News and Updates

Subscribe to receive Library News, In the Gallery, Staff Picks, Key Messages, Teen Reads, or Children's Events in your email inbox. 

Read archived copies of the Library News, 2017-2022.

Delia Eastwood & Holly Kee Art Exhibit Opens May 3

Type: In the Gallery

This May, The Gallery at L.E. Shore will showcase a vibrant new exhibition, Outside Inside, from artists Delia Eastwood and Holly Kee.  Through their…

Monica holding a copy of Grow Without a Garden

Grow Your Knowledge of Gardening

Type: Staff Picks

May is the time to dig into gardening, and we've got some great gardening books to help you along the way.  Here are a few of our favourites: Image…

Key Messages Update

Key Messages, April 2025

Type: Key Messages

Organizational Excellence 2024 Annual Report Approved: The CEO presented the 2024 Annual Report, emphasizing strong growth across several key areas.…

April in The Gallery: Celebrating Beverley Smith

Type: In the Gallery

This April, The Gallery at L.E. Shore presents an exciting month of art and inspiration! We’re thrilled to launch Beverley Smith’s newest exhibit, It All…

Library News April 2025

Library News, April 2025

Type: Library News

In this issue: Watch the trailer for the latest REEL History film, "Journey of Water", Beverley Smith in the Gallery, and more! If you are not…

Sam holding The Measure by Nikki Erlich

Debut Books We Love

Type: Staff Picks

Samantha, our newest team member, loved "The Measure" by debut author Nikki Erlick. Image The Celestial Wife by Leslie HowardIn 1964, 15-year-…

Key Messages Update

Key Messages, March 2025

Type: Key Messages

Organizational Excellence 2024 Risk Assessment Report Received: The Board reviewed the 2024 Risk Assessment Report, which highlighted the implementation…

Meet the Artists of “Garden Stories” on March 15

Type: In the Gallery

Searching for an artful outing? Join us for this weekend's exhibit reception! The Gallery at L.E. Shore is thrilled to host artists Michael Black and…

March News

Library News, March 2025

Type: Library News

In this issue: Garden Stories in the Gallery, Decluttering Tips with House 'n Order, and a library guide on how to spot fake news!  If you are…

Emma holding a Homecoming by Yaa Gyasi

Women-Centered Historical Fiction

Type: Staff Picks

Celebrate International Women's Day with gripping historical fiction centred on the lives of women.  Image The Celestial Wife by Leslie…

March in The Gallery: Discover "Garden Stories"

Type: Library News

Discover “Garden Stories” – A Stunning New Art Exhibit at The Gallery at L.E. Shore The Blue Mountains Public Library’s Arts and Culture Council (ACC)…

Library News February 2025

Library News, February 2025

Type: Library News

In this issue: Blind Date with a Book, March Break events and more!  If you are not already getting the Library News in your email inbox…

Jen holds her Staff Pick, The Little Prince

Short Books for a Short Month

Type: Staff Picks

Enjoy these short but great books to read in February, the shortest month of the year. Image The Daughter of Time by Josephine Tey"The Daughter…

In the Gallery: February 2025

Type: In the Gallery

Happy February! Check out what’s happening this month at The Gallery at L.E. Shore. Image Celebrate the Colour Magenta  Feb. 1 | 2-4pm | Drop…

Key Messages Update

Key Messages, January 2025

Type: Key Messages

Organizational Excellence Final Report for the 2024 Action Plan Released: The 2024 Action Plan had a completion rate of 89%. The outstanding items were…