South Shore Public Libraries

South Shore Public Libraries South Shore Public Libraries is a regional public library system located on the South Shore of Nova Scotia.

Library services such as book borrowing, internet connectivity, technology instruction and programming are free. Branches include:
Margaret Hennigar Public Library, Bridgewater, 135 North Park Street, 902-543-9222
Lunenburg, 97 Kaulbach Street, 902-634-8008
Thomas H. Raddall, Liverpool, 145 Old Bridge Street, 902-354-5270
Alean Freeman, Greenfield, 5060 highway 210, 902- 685-5400
Mobile Library, D

rives all over Lunenburg and Queens Counties
Administration Office, 15442, Highway # 3, Hebbville, 902-543-2548

Simply More by Cynthia Erivo is a quick and entertaining read. I didn't know much about her prior to seeing her in Wicke...
09/02/2026

Simply More by Cynthia Erivo is a quick and entertaining read.

I didn't know much about her prior to seeing her in Wicked, and she has since blown me away with her talent. This short memoir gives the reader small glimpses into Erivo's life, a life where she was often told that she was too much, and how she didn't let that stop her. Be it acting, singing, or running, she has always put her more-ness into it, and, personally, I think the result is pretty amazing.

If you have the chance to listen to the audiobook, I highly recommend it.

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, join us for a discussion of 52 Ways to Reconcile by Dav...
09/01/2026

In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, join us for a discussion of 52 Ways to Reconcile by David A. Robertson. Throughout September, explore the book and add your learnings and actions to our ReconciliACTION posters.

52 Ways to Reconcile is available to place on hold right now. Join our discussions on Saturday, September 26th:
Chester, 10am
Greenfield, 10am
Lunenburg, 10:30am
Bridgewater, 2pm
Liverpool, 2pm

Check out our list of exciting new releases coming out in September and October, 2026, that you can place a hold on RIGH...
09/01/2026

Check out our list of exciting new releases coming out in September and October, 2026, that you can place a hold on RIGHT NOW!

slide 2: The Birthing Tree by Amanda Peters, September 01
slide 3: Espíritu by Aiden Thomas, September 08
slide 4: Our Cut of Salt by Deena Helm, September 22
slide 5: The Sorceress of Sky Serpents by Eden Robinson, September 29
slide 6: The Finalist by Faith Gladwin, October 06
slide 7: Off the Reservation by Stephen Graham Jones, October 13
slide 8: The Tarot Trials by Katee Robert, October 20
slide 9: From the Library of Jurgen Leitner by Premee Mohamed, October 27

Here are our Five Reasons to Read: How to be Okay When Nothing is Okay by Jenny Lawson! 1. This is a quick read, but lot...
08/28/2026

Here are our Five Reasons to Read: How to be Okay When Nothing is Okay by Jenny Lawson!

1. This is a quick read, but lots of information is packed into every page

2. Lawson’s humour is on full display, as usual

3. I love that it’s made very clear that the tips and tricks are what worked for the author, and she explains how/why, and that maybe they won’t work for everyone

4. This is the type of book that you’ll pick up over and over to read bits here and there

5. The cover is hilarious and I love it

All of locations will be closed today in respect and remembrance of our longtime colleague, Jeff Mercer, on the day of h...
08/28/2026

All of locations will be closed today in respect and remembrance of our longtime colleague, Jeff Mercer, on the day of his Celebration of Life.

I really enjoyed A Girl Like Her by Talia Hibbert! I find that Hibbert's books are fairly hit or miss for me, and this o...
08/26/2026

I really enjoyed A Girl Like Her by Talia Hibbert! I find that Hibbert's books are fairly hit or miss for me, and this one really hit.

We start the book not knowing a lot about Ruth, but she is 100% an outcast, treated as a pariah, harassed by the whole small town. Her new next door neighbour, Evan, isn't into gossip and wants to learn about his nerdy, comic book loving neighbour himself. But she doesn't make it easy.

This is grumpy/sunshine, with my favourite microtrope of food as a love language. Grumpy/Sunshine doesn't always work for me, but I think this time it did because the reason why Evan is so sunshiny is actually based on past grief and trauma, and Ruth is so grumpy and prickly at least partially because of her own past trauma. She is also autistic, and I think that Hibbert did a really good job of writing her in a way that seemed authentic to me (I am neurotypical, so ymmv). And I just love that Evan took his time and really got to know her. This is another thing that doesn't always work for me, the 'I'm so in love with you, but I'll just be your friend for now'. I think it takes a skilled writer to make this work and not come across as problematic and creepy. And I love that Hibbert clearly shows the difference between being a good and kind person, and being a creepy creeper.

Overall, really enjoyed this and am looking forward to reading the rest of the series!

All of locations will be closed this Friday in respect and remembrance of our longtime colleague, Jeff Mercer, on the da...
08/24/2026

All of locations will be closed this Friday in respect and remembrance of our longtime colleague, Jeff Mercer, on the day of his Celebration of Life.

Here are our Five Reasons to Read: The Charioteer by Mary Renault!1. This is one of my all-time favourite books2. The wa...
08/21/2026

Here are our Five Reasons to Read: The Charioteer by Mary Renault!

1. This is one of my all-time favourite books

2. The way that Renault writes between the lines is absolutely masterful, I've never seen an ellipsis mean so much

3. The prose is beautiful and evocative, I could easily picture the scenes in my mind

4. This was groundbreaking when it was published, as one of the first q***r stories to not end in tragedy

5. While Renault is most known for her Alexander series, personally, I think this is her best

Attention Summer Readers! The summer reading club wraps up this Saturday, August 22. Please head in this week to report ...
08/20/2026

Attention Summer Readers! The summer reading club wraps up this Saturday, August 22. Please head in this week to report all your summer reading hours and claim your prizes. Grab an ocean themed tote bags for your 10 hour prize. Fill your bag with new books, read some more, then do all over again!

Caution! Artist at work in our Margaret Hennigar Library today. Gary Selig is working on a still life, if you want to ha...
08/19/2026

Caution! Artist at work in our Margaret Hennigar Library today. Gary Selig is working on a still life, if you want to have a look at his progress and hear a story or two Gary will be back at it again tomorrow, August 20 from 11am-2 pm. Gary loves to chat about the process and share a story or two so please stop by. A show of about 25 of Gary's works be on display until August 28. Town of Bridgewater Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (LCLC)

Address

135 North Park Street
Bridgewater, NS
B4V9B3

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+18774552548

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