All Entries in the "Liz Zylstra" Category
‘Friends’ support County’s one library with six branches
The County of Prince Edward Public Library and Archives is a six-branch library system – or, as we call it, “one library with six branches.” This means that no matter where you live, work, or play in Prince Edward County, you can use any of the six branches. You can borrow a book in Consecon […]
Library Week celebrates books and services and community at every branch
Ontario Public Library week – October 19-25 – is celebrated across the province and libraries of all sizes use the week as an opportunity to shine a light on value. The Ontario Library Association shares some key facts that may be surprising. In 2022, public libraries had 134 million visits a year, or 256 visits […]
Learn more about backyard birds with library sessions, books and apps
One of the perks of living in Prince Edward County, with forests and other green spaces aplenty, is the wonderful mix of birds. While you may see some birds, such as robins and turkey vultures without too much effort, there are many other feathered friends that will come to visit if you have the right […]
How to Share an Egg; The Wonder and Women Talking popular among Book Club sets
While interlibrary loan is on hold due to the postal strike, new book club sets are now available at the County of Prince Edward Public Library. Interlibrary loan is an Ontario-wide network of libraries who share books. It’s impossible for any one public library to have every book ever published, but as we work together, […]
October author events include Mootoo and Quig
The Picton Branch of the County of Prince Edward Public Library and Archives is thrilled to be hosting the County Launch of the newest work from celebrated writer Shani Mootoo. Starry Starry Night was named among CBC Books’ list of “Canadian fiction books we’re excited about this fall and is an innovative and revelatory work […]
Help with your phone, and other tech is free of charge
Have you ever been frustrated that the text on your cell phone is too small to read? Wondered why an app you haven’t used in months keeps making your phone ding with notifications you don’t care about? Felt annoyed with spam texts or emails? You’re not alone and the library is here to help. Technology […]
Fall brings lineup of authors visiting the library
There is something special about hearing an author speak about their work. From insights on their writing practice, to the cadence and tone of voice they use for their characters when reading aloud, listeners always leave with a fuller understanding of the books. This fall, you’ll have several opportunities to hear from fascinating Canadian authors […]
Free library membership can lead to lifetime of fond memories
As people get ready to turn the calendar to September, parents and caregivers across Prince Edward County are planning for another academic year – new shoes, backpacks and pencil cases. Organizations across the community are helping to ensure everyone is well-equipped for back-to-school season. For example, Early ON PEC / the Hub has backpacks and […]
‘Carnegie’ look-alike Wellington library, dedicated to Saylor’s mom
The Wellington Branch of the County of Prince Edward Public Library looks very much like a “Carnegie” Library – those public libraries across Canada and the United States that were built with funding from Andrew Carnegie. He would fund the building of a library with the stipulation that the town support its ongoing operations. […]
Library bookmarking services for County’s communities
With six branches stretching across Prince Edward County — from Consecon to Milford — there’s a library close to most residents. And with online services like ebooks and streaming video, the public library is even closer than you think! As long as you’ve got internet or data, you can borrow books, movies, and more—anytime, anywhere. […]
