North Kawartha Public Library

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North Kawartha Public Library The North Kawartha Public Library has a main branch in Apsley and a second in Woodview. Only some books could be saved.

Historical Background

In the early 1930’s the members of the Apsley Women’s Institute initiated a book lending service. Books were received from the Traveling Libraries Branch of the Toronto Education System for a period of three months. The books were stored in the Town Hall, Red Cross Hospital or Orange Hall.

1937

The need for a library became evident for which money had to be raised in the community. Burleigh and Anstruther Township Council gave permission for a library to be built on municipal property next to the Town Hall for the fee of one dollar per year.

1939

During the summer the building was raised entirely by volunteer workers and books weeded from the Toronto, Hamilton and Kingston libraries were put on the shelves. Volunteer librarians and members of the Women’s Institute provided the service.

1940

Hydro came to Apsley and the building was wired.

1961

March 31st, the Town Hall caught fire and it quickly spread to the library. The $1500 insurance money was put into a Bursary Fund for Apsley students who graduated from grade 13 at Lakefield and were going on to further education.

1968

A new library system was started in Ontario and the Burleigh Anstruther library became part of the Lake Ontario Regional Library System. The Burleigh Anstruther Council made available a room in the newly built Municipal Offices and the Lake Ontario Regional Library System agreed to put in shelving, furniture and 1500 books.

Join us in Saturday Nov 7th to chat with local author, Ramune Luminaire. Ramune will discuss her inspiration for her fic...
10/16/2026

Join us in Saturday Nov 7th to chat with local author, Ramune Luminaire. Ramune will discuss her inspiration for her fiction book,
Coming of Age…Again. The book is a candid, humourous look at love, later in life.
Free to attend, Drop in. 11:30 am.
Woodview Branch 66 Northey’s Bay Road.

Join us tomorrow at the Apsley Branch for Mahjongg. Bring your tile set if you have one. Casual drop in, beginners and e...
10/15/2026

Join us tomorrow at the Apsley Branch for Mahjongg. Bring your tile set if you have one. Casual drop in, beginners and experts welcome. Another meet up will happen at the Woodview Branch on Tuesday Oct 20th.

Who is coming to the library today? Author Jane Adams is here to share her inspiration behind her book and get the kids ...
10/14/2026

Who is coming to the library today?

Author Jane Adams is here to share her inspiration behind her book and get the kids writing their own!

Drop in tomorrow for Chair Yoga at the Woodview Branch. $15 per class 10:30 am ThursdaysSign up for the next session st...
10/14/2026

Drop in tomorrow for Chair Yoga at the Woodview Branch.

$15 per class
10:30 am Thursdays

Sign up for the next session starting October 29th. Save $ when you sign up and pay ahead.

10/13/2026

🗳️ Voting is Now Open for the 2026 Municipal Elections

Voting in the Township of North Kawartha is now open as of 10:00 a.m. today, October 13, 2026, and will remain open until 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, Monday, October 26, 2026.

✅ Who Can Vote?
You may vote in the Township of North Kawartha Municipal Election if, on Election Day, October 26, 2026, you:
✔ Are at least 18 years of age;
✔ Are a Canadian citizen;
✔ Reside, own property, or rent property in the Township of North Kawartha, or are the spouse of such a person; and
✔ Are not otherwise prohibited from voting by law.

📬 Voter Information Letters
Voter Information Letters have been mailed to all registered electors through Canada Post and should have arrived in most mailboxes by now.

Your Voter Information Letter contains your Voting PIN and the information required to access the Internet and Telephone Voting system. You will need your PIN in order to cast your ballot, so please keep your letter in a safe place until you have voted.

If you have not received your Voter Information Letter, please contact the Township as soon as possible:
📞 705-656-5189
📧 [email protected]

🗳️ Ways to Vote
The Township of North Kawartha offers two convenient methods of voting:
✔ Internet Voting
✔ Telephone Voting

Residents who require access to a computer, internet connection, or telephone may use the voting kiosks available at the Township Office:
📍 280 Burleigh Street, Apsley

Voting kiosks will be available during regular business hours throughout the voting period. On Election Day, October 26, 2026, voting kiosks will remain available until 8:00 p.m.

Municipal staff are available to provide accessibility assistance. If you require support, please identify your needs to staff upon arrival.

🗳️ Meet Your Candidates
Electors are encouraged to review the list of registered candidates and learn more about the individuals seeking municipal office before casting their vote.

🌐 Visit: https://www.northkawartha.ca/your-local-government/election-2026/candidate-contact-information/

For election information, voter resources, and candidate information, please visit the Township's election webpage at www.northkawartha.ca/election

FULL S.T.E.A.M AHEAD!Join us at the Apsley Branch after school on Wednesday at 3:30 pm. We are excited to have author Ja...
10/12/2026

FULL S.T.E.A.M AHEAD!

Join us at the Apsley Branch after school on Wednesday at 3:30 pm. We are excited to have author Jane Adams joining us to share the inspiration for her book, The Adventures of Raisen and Radar Take a Deep Breath.

Suitable for children aged 7+
Free, Drop in.

We have two very informative presentations happening this week at the Apsley Branch:On Thursday, the Alzheimer’s Society...
10/11/2026

We have two very informative presentations happening this week at the Apsley Branch:

On Thursday, the Alzheimer’s Society will discuss the importance of brain health, focusing on everyday choices we can make to help protect long term cognitive function.
Oct 15th 1:00 pm.

On Saturday, the Ministry of Natural Resources will talk to us about the reality of wildfires, including prevention and preparedness. Oct 17th 10:00 am.

Both presentations are free to attend, and will each last about an hour. No registration required.

Attention Teens and Adults! Learn how to make an apron at the Woodview Branch Saturday October 17th. 10 am - 2 pmAll mat...
10/10/2026

Attention Teens and Adults!

Learn how to make an apron at the Woodview Branch Saturday October 17th. 10 am - 2 pm
All materials supplied. (Choice of fabric given)
Pre-registration required. Call 705-654-1071 to register. Bring your own sewing machine or borrow one of ours.

Do you know your library account PIN? You will need it to access your Overdrive Account, powered by Libby. Visit or cal...
10/10/2026

Do you know your library account PIN? You will need it to access your Overdrive Account, powered by Libby.

Visit or call either branch of the library if you aren’t sure what it is!

You will be required to use a PIN effective October 15th.

Address

175 Burleigh Street/66 Northey’s Bay Road
Apsley, ON

Telephone

+17056564333

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