Library News

Celebrate Women’s History Month in Canada this October with book recommendations and stories about remarkable Canadian women and girls. Discover your next read at Kawartha Lakes Public Library.

Apply to serve on the Kawartha Lakes Public Library Board. Residents can help shape the future of library services through strategic leadership, governance, and community-focused decision-making. Applications are open October 12 to October 30, 2026.

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. 

Explore National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with a month-long activity for children at all Kawartha Lakes Public Library branches, plus books about Indigenous cultures, histories and reconciliation.

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Discover how Kawartha Lakes Public Library can support teachers and enhance classroom learning through class visits, school visits, specialized lessons, and custom book bundles.

Get ready for back to school with help from Kawartha Lakes Public Library. Discover books, learning resources, homework help, and digital tools for students of all ages. Adults can also explore free online courses, language learning, and professional development through the Digital Library.

Discover the library's free Seed Library at the Lindsay and Kinmount branches. Take home vegetable, herb, and flower seeds, grow them in your garden, and, if you can, return seeds from your harvest to help the collection grow for future gardeners.