Lest we forget…Remembrance Day Virtual Book Display

Remembrance Day is an important time to reflect on the past and also consider the future. It is an important time to remember the sacrifices that people have made in times of conflict in an effort to bring about peace. We've put together a list of books that can help offer new perspectives and discussion on difficult topics. These books ...
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Canadian Library Month – featuring our Local History and Genealogy volunteers!

October is Canadian Library Month and we feel that it’s a perfect opportunity to recognize some of the incredible people who contribute to making our library the wonderful place it is. Every week for well over a decade, John and Phil have been devoting their Wednesday evenings to assist people with their genealogical searches here in our Local History Department. Both of these volunteers have a wealth of knowledge about researching family trees and utilizing one of the libraries subscribed re...
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Canadian Library Month — featuring the talented Andre!

October is Canadian Library Month and we feel that it’s a perfect opportunity to recognize some of the incredible people who contribute to making our library the wonderful place it is. Andre is an exceptionally talented local artist/illustrator who has been running our (pre-COVID) weekly Art Club for Kids for several years and is the creator of our incredible Children’s Department Mural! Andre has been dedicating his personal time to teach kids of all ages about the different elements and sty...
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Canadian Library Month – featuring Sharon who keeps our gardens looking awesome!

October is Canadian Library Month and we feel that it’s a perfect opportunity to recognize some of the incredible people who contribute to making our library the wonderful place it is. The Stirling Horticultural Society has been taking care of the gardens around our beautiful village for many years. This year, Sharon, a Horticultural member and active library patron has been assigned to the gardens surrounding the library building. Sharon has spent so much of her time weeding, pruning, thinni...
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Canadian Library Month – featuring our wonderful Art Gallery volunteers!

October is Canadian Library Month and we feel that it’s a perfect opportunity to recognize some of the incredible people who contribute to making our library the wonderful place it is. Over the last few years, Sarah and Yvonne have ensured that beautiful local art is displayed in our Art Gallery and lobby display case. So much of their personal time is spent seeking out local artists, creating and organizing a calendar for featuring artwork, meticulously and thoughtfully hanging artwork every...
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