Posts by Kawartha Lakes Public Library

Kawartha Lakes Public Library invites families to enjoy “Make It March Break,” a week of free, hands-on creative programs for children and caregivers at all 14 branches. From crafts to cookie decorating, there’s fun for everyone!

Need help with your device? The Library offers free One-on-One Tech Training sessions at all branches, providing personalized, hands-on support with smartphones, tablets, library apps, eBooks, digital resources, and more.

Pink Shirt Day is a powerful reminder that kindness, inclusion, and standing up for others matter every day. Through stories and conversations, we can help children build empathy and create a more inclusive community.

Freedom to Read Week (February 22–28, 2026) encourages Canadians to reflect on intellectual freedom and the right to access diverse ideas. Celebrate by exploring challenged books and supporting your freedom to read.

More than 100 handmade Valentine’s cards were created during Cards With Heart and delivered to local care home residents. The event brought community members of all ages together to share creativity and spread kindness.

Celebrate Family Day weekend with free activities, creative workshops, and winter fun at your local library. Stop by to pick up something special and make the most of the weekend together.

February is the perfect time to curl up with a great book by a Canadian female author. From print and eBooks to audiobooks and screen adaptations, Canada is home to an incredible range of women writers across genres and generations.

Join us for a day of FREE PA DAY fun activities at the library. Find the fun at our Bobcaygeon, Coboconk, Fenelon Falls, Lindsay, Omemee, and Woodville branches.

Family Literacy Day is celebrated every year on January 27. It is a national day that reminds families how important it is to read, learn, and spend time together.

This Blue Monday, the library is here to support your mental health and well-being. From borrowing items that encourage self-care to joining welcoming programs that foster connection and conversation, the library offers more than books.