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                <title>Don&#x27;t Let Summer Reading Take a Vacation</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Discover how just 15 minutes of reading a day can make a big impact. Explore easy ways to prevent the summer slide. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/dont-let-summer-reading-take-a-vacation/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/dont-let-summer-reading-take-a-vacation/</link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 03 July 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Making Water Safety Accessible for Everyone</title>
                <description><![CDATA[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&#x27; lakes, rivers, and waterways. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/making-water-safety-accessible-for-everyone/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/making-water-safety-accessible-for-everyone/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 25 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Dive Into Summer Reading Club 2026 at Kawartha Lakes Public Library</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Make a splash this summer with Summer Reading Club 2026! Enjoy a summer of stories, creative activities, programs, and more for all ages, including a special Great Lakes&#x2013;themed challenge for adults. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/dive-into-summer-reading-club-2026-at-kawartha-lakes-public-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/dive-into-summer-reading-club-2026-at-kawartha-lakes-public-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 22 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pride at the Library: Stories, Resources, and Community</title>
                <description><![CDATA[From the Rainbow Book Club to Pride in the Park, explore the many ways the library is celebrating Pride and fostering inclusion throughout our community. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/pride-at-the-library-stories-resources-and-community/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/pride-at-the-library-stories-resources-and-community/</link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 17 June 2026 18:37:27</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrating 150 Years of Bobcaygeon</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Saturday, June 13, 2026: Celebrate Bobcaygeon&#x2019;s 150th anniversary with a local history presentation showcasing archival photographs, and more from the past. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrating-150-years-of-bobcaygeon/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrating-150-years-of-bobcaygeon/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 04 June 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Seeing Glass Differently: Bobcaygeon Branch Bird-Safe Upgrade</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Bobcaygeon Library Branch is now the first bird-safe building in the City of Kawartha Lakes, thanks to a community partnership focused on protecting local wildlife. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/seeing-glass-differently-bobcaygeon-branch-bird-safe-upgrade/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/seeing-glass-differently-bobcaygeon-branch-bird-safe-upgrade/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Save the Date: Summer Reading Club is back!</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Join the Library&#x2019;s free Summer Reading Club with reading challenges, crafts, events, and prizes. Registration opens June 15 online. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/save-the-date-summer-reading-club-is-back/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/save-the-date-summer-reading-club-is-back/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrate International Museum Day</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Celebrate International Museum Day with free museum passes from Kawartha Lakes Public Library. Explore local history and plan a family visit. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-international-museum-day/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-international-museum-day/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Bethany Branch Front Entrance and Ramp Improvements</title>
                <description><![CDATA[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. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/bethany-branch-front-entrance-and-ramp-improvements/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/bethany-branch-front-entrance-and-ramp-improvements/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:40:28</pubDate>
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                <title>Lindsay Library Branch - Queen&#x2019;s Square Park Revitalization Project</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The Queen&#x2019;s Square park construction project at the Lindsay Library starts May 19,  temporary closures of the Kent St. entrance may occasionally be required. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/lindsay-library-branch-queen-s-square-park-revitalization-project/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/lindsay-library-branch-queen-s-square-park-revitalization-project/</link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:49:32</pubDate>
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                <title>Mental Health Week 2026 at Your Library</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Join us in recognizing Mental Health Week 2026 from May 4&#x2013;10. Explore mental health resources,  books, community programs, and more to support your well-being. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/mental-health-week-2026-at-your-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/mental-health-week-2026-at-your-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day at the Library</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with bird-themed events, crafts, and a Swift Watch at Kawartha Lakes Public Library. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-world-migratory-bird-day-at-the-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-world-migratory-bird-day-at-the-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 30 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Explore the Outdoors with the Library of Things</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Borrow outdoor games, gear, and Ontario Parks passes from Kawartha Lakes Public Library&#x2019;s Library of Things. Enjoy free, easy summer fun. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/explore-the-outdoors-with-the-library-of-things/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/explore-the-outdoors-with-the-library-of-things/</link>
                <pubDate>Sat, 25 April 2026 00:22:43</pubDate>
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                <title>Getting Ready for Kindergarten: Storytime Activities for Little Learners</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Storytime programs now include a Kindergarten Readiness component, offering fun, hands-on activities that help preschoolers build early literacy, fine motor, math, social-emotional, and routine skills. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/getting-ready-for-kindergarten-storytime-activities-for-little-learners/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/getting-ready-for-kindergarten-storytime-activities-for-little-learners/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 16 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrate Earth Day with the Library!</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Explore seed swaps, sustainable programs, and hands-on activities that help build a greener community across Kawartha Lakes. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-earth-day-with-the-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-earth-day-with-the-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 09 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrate Canada Reads 2026 &#x2014; The 25th Anniversary Edition</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Celebrate the 25th edition of Canada Reads! Discover this year&#x2019;s contenders, borrow them from our library, and explore prize-winning Canadian stories that spark conversation. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-canada-reads-2026-the-25th-anniversary-edition/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-canada-reads-2026-the-25th-anniversary-edition/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 02 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Oakwood Library Branch Construction</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Starting April 6, construction at the Oakwood Library will affect entrance access for approximately 2&#x2013;3 months. Please check back for updates. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/oakwood-library-branch-construction/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/oakwood-library-branch-construction/</link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 01 April 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Step Back in Time: Explore Our 2026 Historical Photography Exhibit</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Visit our 2026 historical photography exhibit at our Bobcaygeon branch to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Bobcaygeon and the 25th anniversary of Kawartha Lakes. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/step-back-in-time-explore-our-2026-historical-photography-exhibit/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/step-back-in-time-explore-our-2026-historical-photography-exhibit/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 30 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>2025 Kawartha Lakes Readers&#x2019; Choice Awards Winners</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The votes are in! Readers across Kawartha Lakes chose their favourite books. Explore the 2025 Readers&#x2019; Choice Awards winners for kids, teens, and adults. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/2025-kawartha-lakes-readers-choice-awards-winners/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/2025-kawartha-lakes-readers-choice-awards-winners/</link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 24 March 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrate Middle-Grade March</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Celebrate Middle-Grade March with adventure-filled books for ages 8&#x2013;12. Discover favourites and request a custom Book Bundle at your library. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-middle-grade-march/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-middle-grade-march/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 19 March 2026 05:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Five Easy Ways to Encourage Your Middle-Grade Reader</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Getting kids excited about reading doesn&#x2019;t have to be hard. Here are five simple tips for families to help middle-grade students fall in love with books! <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/five-easy-ways-to-encourage-your-middle-grade-reader/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/five-easy-ways-to-encourage-your-middle-grade-reader/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 12 March 2026 05:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Get Creative This March Break: Free Family Fun at Your Library!</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Free March Break family programs at the library. A week of free, hands-on creative programs from crafts to cookie decorating, there&#x2019;s fun for everyone! <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/get-creative-this-march-break-free-family-fun-at-your-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/get-creative-this-march-break-free-family-fun-at-your-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 04 March 2026 17:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>One-on-One Tech Help and Device Clinics</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Free one-on-one tech help and device clinics at your library. Learn smartphones, library apps, eBooks, and more in a friendly setting. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/one-on-one-tech-help-and-device-clinics/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/one-on-one-tech-help-and-device-clinics/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 26 February 2026 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Pink Shirt Day: Choose Kindness. Stand Together.</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Through stories and conversations, we can help children build empathy and create a more inclusive community. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/pink-shirt-day-choose-kindness-stand-together/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/pink-shirt-day-choose-kindness-stand-together/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 23 February 2026 08:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Freedom to Read Week 2026</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Freedom to Read Week encourages Canadians to reflect on intellectual freedom and the right to access diverse ideas. Celebrate by exploring challenged books. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/freedom-to-read-week-2026/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/freedom-to-read-week-2026/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 19 February 2026 08:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Cards With Heart: Spreading Kindness Across Kawartha Lakes</title>
                <description><![CDATA[More than 100 handmade Valentine&#x2019;s cards were created during Cards With Heart and delivered to local care home residents. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/cards-with-heart-spreading-kindness-across-kawartha-lakes/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/cards-with-heart-spreading-kindness-across-kawartha-lakes/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 12 February 2026 08:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrate Family Day Weekend with the Library</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Celebrate Family Day weekend with free activities, creative workshops, and winter fun at your local library. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-family-day-weekend-with-the-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-family-day-weekend-with-the-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 09 February 2026 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Strong Female Voices: Canadian Authors to Read This February</title>
                <description><![CDATA[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. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/strong-female-voices-canadian-authors-to-read-this-february/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/strong-female-voices-canadian-authors-to-read-this-february/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 05 February 2026 12:59:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Upcoming PA Day at the Library - January 30, 2026</title>
                <description><![CDATA[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. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/upcoming-pa-day-at-the-library-january-30-2026/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/upcoming-pa-day-at-the-library-january-30-2026/</link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 27 January 2026 12:59:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrate Family Literacy Day 2026</title>
                <description><![CDATA[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. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-family-literacy-day-2026/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-family-literacy-day-2026/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 22 January 2026 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Beat the Blues: Support Your Well-Being</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Support your mental health and well-being. From borrowing items that encourage self-care to joining programs that foster connection, the library offers more than books. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/beat-the-blues-support-your-well-being/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/beat-the-blues-support-your-well-being/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 19 January 2026 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Turn the Page on a New Year with Weekly Library Visits</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Make the library part of your weekly routine and enjoy books, programs, and community connections for all ages. From crafts and storytimes to adult resources like Wi-Fi, computers, and quiet spaces and more. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/turn-the-page-on-a-new-year-with-weekly-library-visits/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/turn-the-page-on-a-new-year-with-weekly-library-visits/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 15 January 2026 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Exciting Workshop Series for Seniors: </title>
                <description><![CDATA[We invite seniors to explore technology, local history, and memory preservation through a dynamic new series of hands-on workshops. Registration opens January 5. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/connecting-seniors/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/connecting-seniors/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 08 January 2026 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Update to Our DAISY Read Collection</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The adult DAISY CD-Audiobook collection has been re-catalogued by genre, making it easier to browse and discover titles. DAISY books provide accessible, navigable reading for people with print disabilities. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/update-to-our-daisy-read-collection/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/update-to-our-daisy-read-collection/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 05 January 2026 17:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Using Our Digital Library After Hours</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Enjoy free, 24/7 access to our Digital Library, even through the holidays. With your library card, you can easily borrow eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/using-our-digital-library-after-hours/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/using-our-digital-library-after-hours/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 25 December 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Evict Radon! Free Radon Testing Kits at the Library.</title>
                <description><![CDATA[We are partnering with Lakelands Public Health to offer 50 free radon test kits for residents to test their homes for this invisible but serious health risk. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/evict-radon-free-radon-testing-kits-at-the-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/evict-radon-free-radon-testing-kits-at-the-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 16 December 2025 15:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Help Protect the Interlibrary Loan Service</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Proposed changes in Bill C-15 put Canada&#x2019;s reduced library book-rate postage at risk, which would dramatically increase shipping costs and threaten interlibrary loan services nationwide. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/help-protect-the-interlibrary-loan-service/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/help-protect-the-interlibrary-loan-service/</link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 16 December 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>New Grab and Go Bags Collaboration with Lakelands Public Health</title>
                <description><![CDATA[We&#x2019;ve teamed up with Lakelands Public Health to bring you new Grab and Go Bags, featuring books chosen to help kids explore stress, resilience, relationships, and inclusion. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/new-grab-and-go-bags-collaboration-with-lakelands-public-health/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/new-grab-and-go-bags-collaboration-with-lakelands-public-health/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 15 December 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Upcoming Changes to Our Digital Library in December</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Kawartha Lakes Public Library will be discontinuing CreativeBug, Kanopy, and LawDepot on December 19, 2025 as we adjust our digital offerings. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/upcoming-changes-to-our-digital-library-in-december/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/upcoming-changes-to-our-digital-library-in-december/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 11 December 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Fenelon Falls Branch Update - Dec 8, 2025</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Due to a fire at the branch last night, access within the library is limited. The branch remains open, and patrons can continue to access public computers and pick up their holds. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/fenelon-falls-branch-update-dec-8-2025/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/fenelon-falls-branch-update-dec-8-2025/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 08 December 2025 15:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Opening the Past: Lindsay&#x2019;s Millennium Time Capsule to be opened after 25 years</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Lindsay&#x2019;s 2000 Millennium Time Capsule, placed under the eternal flame, opens Dec 16, 2025. Capsule items will be on display later in the week at the Lindsay Branch. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/opening-the-past-lindsay-s-millennium-time-capsule-to-be-opened-after-25-years/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/opening-the-past-lindsay-s-millennium-time-capsule-to-be-opened-after-25-years/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 08 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Community Pass Update: Lang Pioneer Village Museum</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Our Lang Pioneer Village Museum community pass is unavailable until May. Existing holds will carry over, but no new holds can be placed until then. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/community-pass-update-lang-pioneer-village-museum/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/community-pass-update-lang-pioneer-village-museum/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 04 December 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Find the Perfect Library Gift This Year</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Library merchandise is now available, featuring new items, returning favourites, and gift bundles. Browse online or shop in-branch to find the perfect gift. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/find-the-perfect-library-gift-this-year/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/find-the-perfect-library-gift-this-year/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 27 November 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Kawartha Lakes Readers&#x2019; Choice Awards: Shortlist Announced!</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Explore the shortlist of the most-read books in Adult, Teen, and Kids categories, borrow your favourites, and cast your vote before February 28, 2026. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/kawartha-lakes-readers-choice-awards-shortlist-announced/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/kawartha-lakes-readers-choice-awards-shortlist-announced/</link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 26 November 2025 01:00:27</pubDate>
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                <title>Write With Us!</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Discover free, drop-in writing workshops at the Lindsay Library with the Writers Collective of Canada. Open to older teens, adults, and seniors. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/write-with-us/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/write-with-us/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 24 November 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrating the 2025 Governor General&#x2019;s and Booker Prize Winners</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Discover the 2025 Governor General&#x2019;s Award and Booker Prize winners available in our collection. Find your next great read today! <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrating-the-2025-governor-general-s-and-booker-prize-winners/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrating-the-2025-governor-general-s-and-booker-prize-winners/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 17 November 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Summer Reading Club 2025 | By the Numbers</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Our 2025 Summer Reading Club: Around the World was a huge success with 184,000 minutes read, 178 new cards, and a 45% increase in attendance! <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/a-summer-of-reading-and-adventure-around-the-world/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/a-summer-of-reading-and-adventure-around-the-world/</link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 07 November 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Lindsay Branch Temporary Closure</title>
                <description><![CDATA[The Lindsay branch will be closed Wed, Oct 29, through Fri, Oct 31. For details and impacted services, read our update. The branch will reopen Sat, Nov 1. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/lindsay-branch-temporary-closure/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/lindsay-branch-temporary-closure/</link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 24 October 2025 13:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Celebrate Ontario Public Library Week with our Library Mystery Challenge</title>
                <description><![CDATA[We are celebrating&#xA0;Ontario Public Library Week from October 19 to October 25, with a fun, interactive Library Mystery Challenge for all ages <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-ontario-public-library-week-with-our-library-mystery-challenge/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/celebrate-ontario-public-library-week-with-our-library-mystery-challenge/</link>
                <pubDate>Sun, 19 October 2025 10:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Help Shape the Future of Kawartha Lakes Public Library</title>
                <description><![CDATA[We are seeking community feedback to help guide the next phase of its 2023&#x2013;2025 Strategic Plan. Share your thoughts by completing the short survey. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/help-shape-the-future-of-kawartha-lakes-public-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/help-shape-the-future-of-kawartha-lakes-public-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Tue, 07 October 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Radon Detectors Available to Borrow</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Kawartha Lakes Public Library offers digital radon detectors for home testing. Borrow a detector for 6 weeks (October&#x2013;March) to test your home. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/radon-detectors-available-to-borrow/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/radon-detectors-available-to-borrow/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 06 October 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Discover the Royal Ontario Museum: New Community Passes at the Library</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Borrow a free ROM Community Pass from our Library of THINGS! Each pass admits up to four visitors for general admission to the Royal Ontario Museum. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/discover-the-royal-ontario-museum-new-community-passes-at-the-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/discover-the-royal-ontario-museum-new-community-passes-at-the-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Wed, 01 October 2025 16:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>InterLibrary Loans Suspended Due to Canada Post Strike</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Interlibrary Loan services between Kawartha Lakes and other public library systems across Ontario will be suspended until Canada Post Services resume. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/interlibrary-loans-suspended-due-to-canada-post-strike/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/interlibrary-loans-suspended-due-to-canada-post-strike/</link>
                <pubDate>Mon, 29 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Kawartha Lakes Public Library Launches Redesigned Website</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Kawartha Lakes Public Library is proud to unveil our newly redesigned website, featuring a modern look and new and a navigation system. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/kawartha-lakes-public-library-launches-redesigned-website/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/kawartha-lakes-public-library-launches-redesigned-website/</link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 19 September 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Back to School with Kawartha Lakes Public Library</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Back to School with Kawartha Lakes Public Library. As students head back to school or begin their learning journey, the library is here to support every step. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/back-to-school-with-kawartha-lakes-public-library/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/back-to-school-with-kawartha-lakes-public-library/</link>
                <pubDate>Fri, 22 August 2025 08:00:00</pubDate>
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                <title>Fine-Free for 5 Years: A Commitment to Access for All</title>
                <description><![CDATA[Since October 2020, Kawartha Lakes Public Library has been fine-free, removing overdue fees to make our services more accessible and welcoming for everyone. <a href="https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/news-post-fine-free-for-5-years/">Continue reading</a>]]></description>
                <link>https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/news/posts/news-post-fine-free-for-5-years/</link>
                <pubDate>Thu, 21 August 2025 12:00:00</pubDate>
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