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Planning a day on the water? Borrow a free life jacket from the Bobcaygeon, Fenelon Falls, or Lindsay branch and enjoy a safer summer on Kawartha Lakes' lakes, rivers, and waterways.

Make a splash this summer with Summer Reading Club 2026! Now open for registration online and in-branch. Enjoy a summer of stories, creative activities, programs, and reading challenges for all ages, including a special Great Lakes–themed challenge for adults.

From the Rainbow Book Club and Rainbow Story and Play to the Pride Challenge Card and Pride in the Park, explore the many ways the library is celebrating Pride and fostering inclusion throughout our community.

Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for a special presentation celebrating Bobcaygeon’s 150th anniversary. Explore historical photographs, archival materials, and stories from the community’s past, and discover how local history is preserved through archives and collections.

Bobcaygeon Library Branch is now the first bird-safe building in the City of Kawartha Lakes, thanks to new window treatments that help reduce bird collisions. This project reflects a community partnership focused on protecting local wildlife, and visitors can also explore birdwatching with kits available from the Library of Things.

Summer Reading Club is back at the Library, bringing a summer full of reading, activities, crafts, and special events for children and families across Kawartha Lakes. Registration opens online June 15, with in-person sign-up beginning June 20 at all library branches.

Celebrate International Museum Day with free museum passes from Kawartha Lakes Public Library. Explore local history for free with your library card.

The Bethany Branch ramp is now open and accessible while construction continues on the front steps. Find the latest updates on access, construction progress, and visitor information for the Bethany Branch.

Queen’s Square Park in front of the Lindsay Library branch will undergo construction and revitalization beginning the week of May 19. The library will remain open during construction, though temporary closures of the Kent Street entrance may occasionally be required. 

Join Kawartha Lakes Public Library in recognizing Mental Health Week 2026 from May 4–10. This year’s theme, Come Together, Canada, highlights the importance of connection, community, and belonging. Discover mental health resources, wellness tools, library programs, and more to support well-being.