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For the entire month of August, our Beaty Honey sourced from our Medicine Learning Garden and made in partnership with Humble Bee will be on sale for $6 (original price $10)! π―
Visit any MPL branch to purchase your jar of discounted honey. π
Submit your work for 'In Other Words', our writing contest for those 18+! Follow the theme Fractured Fairytales & put your spin on a classic tale. βοΈ
Submissions begin tomorrow & are accepted until September 14th: ow.ly/mBHT50WuhEG
Access ebooks and audiobooks from wherever you may be with our online collections through OverDrive. π²
You also gain access to the collections of several other Ontario libraries thanks to our Reciprocal Lending Agreement!
Get started now: ow.ly/ZL0h50WgeTm
We have an exciting new addition to our collection, Royal Ontario Museum Passes! Explore art, world culture, and natural history at the largest museum in Canada. ποΈ
Place your hold now: ow.ly/pllT50WujGG
It was a wonderful day celebrating Pride with the local community at Pride Halton's Pride Parade and Pride in the Park! The library is for everyone, and at MPL, you will always find a safe space. π
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We had a talented group of teen volunteers design a mural that'll be part of our float at Pride Halton's Pride Parade this Sunday! ππ
See it & drop by our booth at Pride in the Park afterwards for exciting activities at the fairgrounds.
Learn more: ow.ly/UNZ050Wq6Z9
We're proud to be partners for Pride Halton's Pride Parade presented by PRISM! Join us in Downtown Milton on July 20th for a celebration of love & inclusion. π
See our float & drop by our booth at Pride in the Park following the parade! ow.ly/XNnV50Wl2Ob
Experience Heather O'Neill's The Capital of Dreams (now nominated for the Sunburst Award!), ahead of our One Book, One Milton event with her in October. π
Books & ticket combo packs are available online or in-person at the FirstOntario Arts Centre: ow.ly/aBAB50Wku7w
#DYK we have a permanent book sale shelf at our Main Library? Find it next to our holds section to purchase gently used items! Books are $1, with all other items being $2. π
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We're conducting a photoshoot at all of our branches this summer, and weβre looking for a diverse group of volunteers to help us showcase our vibrant community! πΈ
If you'd like to participate, please fill out the form to express your interest: ow.ly/eVBv50WjGNB
School's out, and summer is here! MPL has an exciting lineup of initiatives, collections, & programs to keep you busy during your time off. π
From fun reading challenges for all ages to outdoor storytimes, we have something for everyone. β¨
Learn more: ow.ly/2X3550WeTkE
Our Medicine Learning Garden is growing, and we need your help! Weβre seeking donations of specific plants, including echinacea and lavender, to support our educational and culturally significant garden space. πͺ΄
Please refer to the list here: ow.ly/oZH550Waoen
Read with Pride 365 with our collection of items that tell and celebrate 2SLGBTQIA+ stories! See the full collection: ow.ly/yyll50W2MzW π³οΈβπ
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Celebrate a summer of fun at the library with our kick-off party this Saturday, June 14th! π₯³
Join us for fun activities for all ages, including:
π¨ Crafts & Button Making
πΊοΈ Scavenger Hunt
π Fun Games
π² SRC Sign-up
π Read & Ride Passes
Learn more: ow.ly/hkYM50W5t95
We've once again partnered with Milton Transit for our annual Read and Ride program this summer! π
Starting June 14th, children aged 16 and under can pick up a validation sticker at any MPL branch to ride Milton Transit for free until August 31st!
Our Children's, Teens, & Adult Reading Clubs begin June 14th! Log your reading hours & complete fun activities for your chance to win amazing prizes. π
Celebrate the day with us at our launch party at our Main Library, beginning at 11:30 am.
Learn more: ow.ly/osZK50W09ej
June is #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth! We worked in partnership with Haudenosaunee & Anishinaabe-born artist Brent Beauchamp to design an alt bee logo, featuring The Two Row Wampum Belt, plants, & medicines. This bee will be featured at our Beaty Branch in the coming months. β¨
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At MPL, we celebrate Pride by embracing the rich diversity of our community and affirming that we're stronger together. We imagine a world where differences are celebrated, not feared. π³οΈβπ
See what we have planned this month: ow.ly/Bjxv50VYPl7
It's #NationalAccessAbilityWeek! MPL is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where all members of our community can fully access and enjoy our facilities, programs, collections, and services.
Learn more: ow.ly/K3hp50VYSMW
Happy #WorldBeeDay! Our Medicine Learning Garden is home to our Beaty Beehives, run in partnership with full-service apiary Humble Bee. π
Drop by to observe the busy bees, join us for exciting programming, & purchase a jar of honey sourced from our hives for $10 at any branch!
Take our survey to help guide MPL's digital strategy and tech plans for the future. You'll be entered to win a $200 gift certificate to the First Ontario Arts Centre Milton. π»
You have until May 30th to take the survey: ow.ly/7Q4z50VJcJP
MPL is committed to creating inclusive and welcoming spaces for all. As part of this commitment, we are introducing Multi-Faith and Quiet Spaces across all three of our branches to support the well-being of our community.
Learn more: ow.ly/jTHI50VO2KB
Starting today, each library cardholder will be able to borrow up to 5 video games at a time and place 10 holds at a time. This change is being made to ensure fair and equitable access to our collection for all community members.
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Today is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People, also known as Red Dress Day.
MPL honours the lives and legacies of MMIWG2S today, and every day. Learn more here: ow.ly/5uRn50VNc1c
We want your feedback regarding our technology services! Take our survey and help shape MPL's digital strategy and technology roadmap for the next few years. ow.ly/7Q4z50VJcJP π»
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Join us for our Youth Mental Health Fair being held at the Sherwood Branch on Saturday, May 10, from 2 pm - 4 pm. π
Meet people, get free information about services offered by local community organizations, & participate in fun activities: ow.ly/4Nhg50VHOCk
Tomorrow is #FreeComicBookDay. Letβs celebrate all things comic at the library, where every day is Free Comic Book Day! π₯
Join us at our Beaty Branch starting at 1pm for some fun activities! Drop-ins are welcome, especially with costumes. ow.ly/J99050VvRom
We're pleased to host a Family Activity Day in the Medicine Learning Garden! This marks the official opening of the garden for the growing season. πͺ΄
See the full event schedule for an exciting day at our Beaty Branch on Saturday, May 10th: ow.ly/F2zX50VITSV
As we celebrate #NationalVolunteerWeek, we'd like to show our appreciation to our teen volunteers who help run our programs and services! π
Last year, students earned 2138 community service hours! Don't miss your chance to volunteer with us: ow.ly/uEMQ50UB3U9
Our 2nd annual Tea Fest returns on Saturday, May 3rd at the Sherwood Community Centre from 10 am - 5 pm! π«
Shop from dozens of local tea vendors, try new brews and register for exciting programs. Stay tuned for more info: ow.ly/Os7K50VsAhy
