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The Latest News from
London Public Library
June 22, 2022
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This month, we're bringing you reading and viewing recommendations for Indigenous History Month, along with a special trivia challenge. Read through for Friends of the Library news (their AGM is tonight) and an exciting anniversary announcement from our Wolf Performance Hall. And, for the first time since the summer of 2019, our neighbourhood branches are offering a full slate of great, in person summer programs for children and families, including the TD Summer Reading Program. We couldn't be more excited to welcome back the thousands of London children who make our branches their second home over the summer. We've missed you! You'll find details about summer programs below. Happy Summer! | |
Summer Registration Starts Saturday! | |
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Hexbugs, Hip Hop, Craig the Science Guy, Captain Corbin, Cartooning, Circuits, 3D Printing and so many more cool summer programs are going on this summer at our neighbourhood branches.
We've got lots of fun, in person programs to choose from, and we're bringing back our most popular online programs, too. Registration starts this Saturday, June 25, for programs in July.
Find and register for July programs (listed by branch location) on our Summer 2022 page:
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Registration for this year's TD Summer Reading Club begins on Saturday and continues through the summer. Drop by your neighbourhood branch to sign up your children (pre-reader to age 12) and then participate at your pace, until August 20. This year’s theme is Once Upon a Time; Myths and Legends.
The TD Summer Reading Club is a free program that encourages kids to have fun reading over the summer. The program supports and motivates kids at every reading level!
In this program, children track their daily reading through the summer for a chance to win weekly prizes. Children will explore books, complete fun activities and chat about their reading with Library staff to earn ballots. We love your visits!
Want to participate virtually? Register online using Beanstack to track daily reading and complete challenges to earn badges.
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Fun Summer Challenge for Teens | |
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Teens - escape your everyday and step into another world. Track your daily reading online on Beanstack this summer for a chance to win weekly prizes.
If you're new to Beanstack, register for an account here and then watch for the Teen Summer Reading Challenge on Beanstack starting this Saturday, June 25. The Summer Challenge continues until August 20.
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Featured Titles
This week's Indigenous History Month pick is Probably Ruby by Lisa Bird-Wilson. Instantly borrow the ebook on OverDrive or the Libby app with no waiting. Look for the title featured on the home page.
Probably Ruby by Lisa Bird-Wilson is about an adopted woman's search for her Indigenous identity and how we find and invent ourselves, with Ruby's history told through a series of narratives by Ruby and the people connected to her.
We're also featuring The Prairie Chicken Dance Tour, by Dawn Dumont. Find this ebook on Hoopla here.
More Recommendations
We are celebrating Indigenous voices and stories throughout the month of June and you can always find a great selection of titles for adults, teens and children in our Indigenous Reads Spotlight.
Must-Watch: Eli Baxter and Guests
Earlier this year, we hosted a series of online talks with local author and knowledge keeper Eli Baxter and his invited guests. Over three evenings, Eli Baxter shared teachings and stories of his early life, his experiences as a residential school survivor, and the importance of language as a fluent Ojibway speaker. We invite you to watch the series on YouTube here, and especially recommend the powerful Residential School: My Stories of Survival.
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June Trivia Challenge - Indigenous History Month | |
This month's challenge was created in consultation with the City of London's Indigenous Community Liaison Advisor, Alizabeth George Antone. | |
| The Haudenosaunee People planted squash corn & beans together. These companion crops are called | | | Find more information on these companion crops here. | |
| Western University’s first Indigenous Artist in Residence (2021-2023) is | | | |
Read more about this artist in The Messenger newsletter. | |
| What are some reasons for offering land acknowledgments at the start of gatherings and events? | | | For more information, read Western University's Guide to Land Acknowledgements. | |
| Which author said “During my late teens and early twenties, I practically lived in libraries.” | | | Hint: this author is Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) and wrote the novel Indian Horse. Borrow Indian Horse as a book or DVD. Or download it on Libby or Hoopla. |
| 5. What are the three closest Indigenous communities to the city of London Ontario? | | | Find more information on the traditional lands and neighbouring Indigenous communities in the City of London’s land acknowledgement | Congratulations to Cheryl, Barb and Penny, winners of last month's trivia challenge. Winners are chosen randomly from those who correctly answer all trivia questions and are awarded a $25 pre-paid Tourism London Visa card. Thank you to Tourism London for providing these prizes as part of their Find It In London campaign to support local businesses. | |
20th Anniversary Events Unveiled ! | |
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This September, the Library’s very own Wolf Performance Hall will be celebrating its 20th anniversary with an exciting series of events taking place September 6-11. Join us for one or all!
Starting with a film screening in partnership with Forest City Film Festival, a special Jazz for the People performance featuring The Bettys, and author Nita Prose discussing her bestselling book, The Maid. On Friday night check out Gordie Johnson’s One Man Big Sugar Show, followed by special guests Splash’N Boots Saturday morning, and on Sunday, relax at a classical music matinee featuring Angela Park and Scott St John. Find more details and tickets here. Tickets are also on sale for Choir! Choir! Choir! And Gowan at the Wolf in November!
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Neighbourhood Decision Making Vote Day | |
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Visit your neighbourhood Library branch this Saturday, June 25, to cast your vote for up to three ideas to enhance your neighbourhood through the City’s annual Neighbourhood Decision Making program! Voting stations will be set up from 10am - 4pm (closed during lunch at Carson and Lambeth). If you prefer, you can vote by phone on June 25 from 10am - 4pm by calling 519-661-8410.
Online voting is also available this week, closing at midnight on Saturday. Vote online here.
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Friends of the Library News | |
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FRIENDS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING TONIGHT!
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
6:00pm
Stevenson & Hunt Room, Central Library
Following the AGM enjoy a Jazz for the People concert at 7:00pm
Wolf Performance Hall (sponsored in part by Friends of the London Public Library)
FRIENDS BOOKSTORE NEWS
The Friends of the Library Bookstore is open six days a week: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Friends Bookstore largely relies upon public donation of material that is sold in the store. Many of the items the Friends carry are in brand new condition, sold at bargain prices. The Friends of the Library recently surpassed two million dollars in donations to the library, so your donation of books, DVD movies, music CDs and LPs, helps to support your library in a meaningful way. Visit the Friends' website to learn about donating material to the Friends for the Bookstore.
The Friends Bookstore is now offering on-line sales, which you can access here. This web site displays the wide selection of books, including many special and hard to find items, available at the Friends Bookstore.
Volunteers of the Friends will be participating at the Home County Music and Art Festival, July 15-17, selling books and other material from the Friends Bookstore. They will be collaborating with two other booksellers, Bread and Roses and Brown and Dickson, so if you drop by their tent, you will be assured of finding a wide selection of material from these three sources.
August 3-13, the Friends Bookstore will be celebrating and holding its 17th. Anniversary Sale. Be sure to come by the store as special prices will be in effect.
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Could Your Child Use Help With Reading? | |
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Could your child use some help with reading?
Our Summer R.E.A.D. program for struggling or reluctant readers (who are entering grades 1–8 in September) is back with in person sessions at most library locations, including French reading help at some branches, from July 5 to August 20.
To find out more about the program, including how to register your child, contact [email protected].
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Pop Up Vaccination Clinics | |
All clinics take place on Tuesdays from 3:30 - 7pm and are drop in. | |
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Sherwood
July 5
July 19
Aug 2
Aug 16
Aug 30
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Beacock
July 12
July 26
Aug 9
Aug 23
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Open to all adults and children, 5 years and up.
Includes 4th/booster doses for those eligible and 3rd/booster doses for 12-17 year olds.
Find more information and Pop Up Vaccination Clinics on the Middlesex-London Health Unit website here.
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New programs are being added! Stay up to date on new programs by checking our program calendar and by following us on social media! | |
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Jazz for the People
June 22: Tom Starks Hammond Quartet
Wolf Performance Hall, Central Library
Free monthly concerts with local musicians and guest artists from 7–8:45pm.
Supported by the Friends of the London Public Library
No registration.
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Pride Lit
featuring Jennifer Wenn + Open Mic
July 16; 3-4:45pm, Landon Branch
July 21; 7-8:45pm, Byron Branch
London poet Jennifer Wenn, a trans-identified writer and speaker, will explore history, gender identity and more. Add your voice at our Open Mic following Jennifer's readings: share your poetry, works of fiction and non-fiction. Email [email protected] to be part of the lineup, or sign up on the night of the event.
No registration to attend.
Itch to Stitch
Thursdays, 1-3pm
Sherwood
Bring your current project: knitting, crocheting, looming, rug hooking. Get help from other stitchers or learn how to stitch. No experience necessary.
No registration.
Spanish Speaking Circle
Thursdays, 6pm
Central Library (3rd Floor Boardroom)
Spanish speakers and learners are welcome to join us each week to practice conversational Spanish and learn new vocabulary. Our group is informal and open to everyone, and all levels of Spanish. Offered in partnership with CulturX.
No registration.
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My Bookshelf Reading Challenge on Beanstack
Ongoing
Track your reading for chances to win prizes, write reviews and discover new books and authors in this reading challenge for adults. Set up a Beanstack account to participate or, if you have an account, look for the My Bookshelf challenge.
Register here
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Programs for Children, Teens & Families | | | |
Find our in person and online summer programs on our Summer 2022 page, listed by branch location. Registration starts Saturday, June 25 for July programs. | | |
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Drag Storytime
July 9, 2:30-3pm, Wolf Performance Hall, Central Library
All ages, with caregiver
Celebrate Pride! Read, sing and dance with local drag performers. In partnership with Rainbow Optimist Club and funded by TD Canada.
No registration.
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ONGOING LIBRARY STORYTIMES
Storytimes continue through the summer and are drop in - no registration required.
Storytime! for 1+ years
Share stories, songs, rhymes and more with your child!
Dates and locations here
Books for Babies
Enjoy rhymes, stories and songs with your baby!
Dates and locations here
Outdoor Storytime
Enjoy a storytime outdoors at Byron or Masonville Branch, weather permitting.
Dates and times here
Tune Time for all ages with caregiver
Ongoing. Tuesdays, 10:30–11am
Central Children's Library
Develop early literacy skills with your child through music.
EARLY YEARS PLAYGROUPS
Playgroups hosted by our community partners are back at some library locations!
Library playgroups offer interactive early learning activities.
Dates and locations here
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ONLINE BOOKCLUBS
Graphic Novel Book Club on Zoom
Monthly read alouds, discussion and activities.
Register here
Book Clubs for Kids & Teens on Zoom
For ages 7–9, 10–13, and 14+.
Register here
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INSTAGRAM STORYTIMES
Watch & comment live or watch later
LPL Instagram
Storytime for 1–5 years
Ongoing. Fridays, 10–10:30am
Books for Babies
Ongoing. Thursdays, 10–10:20am
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