St. Catharines Public Library
54 Church Street L2R 7K2 Saint Catharines, ON, Canada

On Monday, December 21, 2020, the Niagara Region is moving into the Red Zone. As such, the following restrictions will be in effect: Maximum Capacity: Central Branch 25 people... Dr. Huq Branch 10 people Merritt Branch 8 people Port Dalhousie Branch 2 people Computer usage 30 minutes In branch time limit 2 hours Curbside pickup Available upon request We ask that patrons use their time in the Library as efficiently as possible so that everyone is has an opportunity to access their Library.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at the St. Catharines Public Library!

This #throwbackthursday we have a vintage Christmas Card from the St. Catharines Library Slide Collection. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season. What is your favourite Christmas Memory? ... #specialcollections #scplslides #seasongreetings #localhistory

Did you know that SCPL offers over 200,000 ebooks and audiobooks through cloudLibrary? Use our tutorial to guide you through downloading and using the cloudLibrary app. Learn how to borrow, download and read or listen to books on your device. All you need to get started is a valid library card! https://tinyurl.com/yxa59cmu

It’s #christmaseveeve and we unpacked our bee-yoo-tee-ful new photocopiers today! It may not seem like a big deal but we’re pretty excited!

On Tuesday, November 24, Professor Nina Penner, Department of Music, will be joining us to discuss what local opera companies are doing to keep the art form alive and speculate about the future of opera in Canada. Register for the Zoom session here: https://operaduringthepandemic.eventbrite.ca

Exciting News! Author Waubgeshig Rice will join the hoopla Book Club Hub on @hoopladigital Instagram for an all day takeover this coming Monday, November 30! His books have been very popular with libraries and even a few 'one read, one community' programs. Moon of the Crusted Snow was also shortlisted for the 2019/20 First Nation Communities READ Indigenous literature Award! ... Best of all, if you have any questions for Waubgeshig Rice, you can send them along at any time and he will do his best to answer them!

An after school favourite has moved online! In this weekly program, enjoy hot chocolate as we read aloud from an exciting children's novel. Program packages containing hot chocolate and activities will be available for pick up at the St. Catharines Public Library location of your choice the week of January 18th for registered attendees. Register: https://scplwintercocoaclub.eventbrite.ca

Enjoy this week's feature title from our Hold Me I'm Yours book review series showcasing 2020 releases! Find this title in our catalogue! https://bit.ly/3oGfb0W #scplibrary #newbooks #featuredtitle

Today we have a view of St. Paul Street for our #throwbackthursday! Our image looks west down St. Paul Street towards the intersection with Queen Street. Highlight in the picture include the CIBC at the corner, now Patrick Sheehan’s Irish Pub and the beloved Diana Sweets Restaurant. Do you have a favourite memory of The Di? Let us know in the comments below! #ourdowntown #historicstcatharines #dianasweets #scplhistoricimages #specialcollections #localhistory

Do you have a powerful imagination and a way with words? Together we will hone our craft, get feedback on our stories, and have fun with other writers. Meets weekly on Zoom, Wednesdays, January 13 - February 3 for children 8-12. Register: https://scplcreativewritingclub.eventbrite.ca

There's still space in our upcoming BUJO program! Kick off the year with a great new habit! Bullet Journaling will help you stay organized, set goals, and keep track of the memories you make in an artistic and efficient way. For more information and to register, please visit: https://scplbulletjournaling101.eventbrite.ca #scplibrary #bujo #bulletjournaling #teenlibrarylife

Looking for something new to read? We have some fantastic suggestions in our book displays - you're sure to find something you love!

Libraries have been stepping up during this Covid pandemic - find out more here! https://www.tvo.org/video/libraries-in-the-time-of-covid-19

Draw holiday-inspired works of art with Lydia on Zoom. Recommended for ages 6-11 years. Register: https://scpllydiaholiday.eventbrite.ca

Enjoy this week's feature title from our Hold Me I'm Yours book review newsletter showcasing 2020 releases. You can find the full reviews on our website: http://www.stcatharines.library.on.ca/services/holdme #scplibrary #newbooks #featuredtitle

Join Erin from the Niagara Community Garden Network to learn to create unique garden-inspired holiday gifts! A limited number of workshop kits will be available for pick up at the St. Catharines Public Library's Dr. Huq Family Branch Library prior to the program. For more information or to register: https://scplmakinggifts.eventbrite.ca

Tween & Teen Subscription Boxes for ages 9-18 are back again, and December's theme is all about the holidays! Each box is packed with games & trivia, a craft project, book recommendations and more! Register for a box and select your preferred Library Branch pickup location - registration opens Monday November 30 at 12pm noon. Box pickup begins on Monday December 7. Reserve your box at https://scplteenholidaybox.eventbrite.ca