Friends of the Coldstream Library

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

Share your thoughts 🧠

Middlesex County conducting a feasibility study to assess the potential costs, resource needs, governance structures, and operational requirements of an archival service in Middlesex County. We need your input to help inform future decision-making.

Complete the survey by June 15, 2026. ➡ bit.ly/3RBP3bu

06/02/2026

🎉 Exciting News from Middlesex County Library! 🎉

We’re pleased to announce that we now offer Gale Presents: GetSetUp — a virtual learning platform designed for older adults who want to live happier, healthier lives.

GetSetUp features:
💻 Live and recorded classes
💬 Interactive live sessions with chat
📚 Short articles
🌎 Topics including technology, health, money, travel, art & more

Getting started is easy!
✔ Visit GetSetUp using our link https://link.gale.com/apps/GSU?u=ko_pl_middlesex%0d
✔ Use a library computer/Wi-Fi for instant access
✔ At home, enter your Middlesex County Library card number (include the starting zero, no spaces)
✔ Create a free account (email, phone, or Facebook login required)

GetSetUp is available through your web browser on a computer, tablet, or smartphone (no app needed).

Start exploring today and discover something new! ✨

06/02/2026

Middlesex County Library is moving to a new software system in June. While we are making every effort to ensure disruptions for patrons are minimal, some services will be impacted. We thank you for your understanding and patience while we make this change to serve you better.

🗓Saturday, June 13: This is the last day you’ll be able to place holds, renew items and access your complete reading history before the service disruption.

🗓Sunday, June 14 – Sunday, June 21: During this time some services will be limited, but you can still visit the library to check-out items, enjoy programs and make use of computers and Wi-Fi. Just be sure to bring your library card!

➡You will only be able to check-out items if you have your library card with you.
➡You will not be able to access to your online library account.
➡You will not be able to place items on hold or renew items.
➡You may experience disruptions with our digital collections and online resources including Hoopla, CloudLibrary, PressReader and Kanopy.
➡Items can still be returned, but they won’t be checked in until next week. Consider waiting until after June 22 to return items.
➡Extended Hours in Coldstream and the Adelaide Metcalfe NovelBranch will be unavailable for up to one month.
➡Self-checkouts will be unavailable for up to one month.
➡The MyLibrary app will be shut down.

🗓 Monday, June 22: We go live with our new system!

Find more information on our website: https://library.middlesex.ca/software-migration

05/25/2026

Thank you to everyone who donated to, helped organize and supported the book sale on Saturday!!! It was another successful event and it was due to each and every one of you! 🙏❤️

05/20/2026

Middlesex County Library is currently accepting applications for the position of Temporary Student Assistant at the Coldstream Library. This posting closes at 12pm noon, on Monday, June 1, 2026.

For more information, including details on how to apply, please visit the County of Middlesex website: https://www.middlesex.ca/careers/temporary-student-assistant-coldstream-branch

05/20/2026

FYI

Wednesday, May 20: The Strathroy Library will open at 12:00pm today to accommodate staff training.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.