Kawartha Lakes Public Library

Kawartha Lakes Public Library Millions of Opportunities. One Exceptional Library. Connecting our community through stories, learning, programs, resources and spaces for all ages.

Discover something new every visit. We have multiple locations located in the beautiful Kawartha Lakes and exceptional resources to offer. Contact us
by email: [email protected]
by phone: (705) 3249411 extension 1291

Our website: www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca


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Back to School! 🎒📚 As you prepare for a new school year, don’t forget to add your library to your classroom toolkit! Dis...
09/01/2026

Back to School! 🎒📚 As you prepare for a new school year, don’t forget to add your library to your classroom toolkit! Discover resources, programs, and services designed to support you and your students all year long.

Kawartha Lakes Public Library can support you with:
📚 Custom book bundles
🏫 Class and school visits
💻 Digital learning resources
🎨 Programs and learning opportunities

Subscribe to Educator Insider, our email newsletter for teachers, educational assistants, Early Childhood Educators, child care providers, homeschool educators, school administrators, and other education professionals.

Start the school year connected to your local library.

https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca/educators/

Closure Reminder A quick reminder that all of our branches will be closed on Monday September 7, 2026Our Digital Library...
08/31/2026

Closure Reminder
A quick reminder that all of our branches will be closed on Monday September 7, 2026

Our Digital Library is open every day of the year! Library patrons can access books, audiobooks, magazines and research databases online. All you need is your Kawartha Lakes Public Library card.

📚 Local Author Festival Wednesday, September 16 | 1:00–6:00 p.m.📍 Lindsay Branch Celebrate the incredible literary talen...
08/31/2026

📚 Local Author Festival

Wednesday, September 16 | 1:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Lindsay Branch

Celebrate the incredible literary talent in our community! Meet local authors, discover their books, chat with writers, and pick up signed copies of their work.

Confirmed authors include:
📖 Claire Stacy
📖 Judi Barr
📖 Vikki Bruce
📖 Hugh Morshead
📖 Anne Dranitsaris
📖 Ian McKechnie
📖 Steve Visser
…and more authors to be announced!

Come meet the writers behind the stories and celebrate the talent in our own community. 📖

✍️ Are you a local author? We'd love to hear from you! If you're interested in participating in this year's festival, send us a message or contact the library to learn more.

Cards with Heart is back! 💌 After the wonderful response to our Valentine’s Day Cards with Heart, we’re bringing the kin...
08/30/2026

Cards with Heart is back! 💌

After the wonderful response to our Valentine’s Day Cards with Heart, we’re bringing the kindness back for Grandparents’ Day! 💕

From Tuesday, September 1 to Saturday, September 5, drop in to the Bobcaygeon Branch during regular operating hours to make a heartfelt, homemade card for someone special.

Create a card to take home and give to your favourite grandparent or grandparent-like figure, or help us spread a little extra joy by making a card for a local senior living in a care home across Kawartha Lakes.

📅 September 1–5
📍 Bobcaygeon Branch
🎨 Drop in during operating hours — no registration required!

Grandparents’ Day is September 13.

Please note that the Technology and Research Department at the Lindsay branch will be closed Saturday, August 29, 2026. ...
08/29/2026

Please note that the Technology and Research Department at the Lindsay branch will be closed Saturday, August 29, 2026. Access to the department and public computers will not be available.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

What an amazing summer it’s been! 📚 We’ve loved seeing so many kids join us for Summer Reading Club and all of our speci...
08/29/2026

What an amazing summer it’s been! 📚 We’ve loved seeing so many kids join us for Summer Reading Club and all of our special summer programs.

There’s still one more week before it’s time to head back to school. While some of our special summer programs have wrapped up, there’s still lots happening at the library, including:
🎨 Weekly crafts
📖 Storytimes and regular kids’ programs
🎲 Games, activities and more
📚 Books, movies and plenty to explore

Stop by your local branch or visit our website to see what’s happening and find your next library adventure!

💰 Looking for ways to make your money go a little further?With the cost of living making it harder to save and plan ahea...
08/28/2026

💰 Looking for ways to make your money go a little further?

With the cost of living making it harder to save and plan ahead, even small steps can make a difference. Join financial professional Aamir Amla for a series of free workshops designed to help you build your financial knowledge and take practical steps toward your financial goals.

📍 Bobcaygeon Branch — Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.
Sept. 10: Budgeting 101
Sept. 17: Estate Planning
Sept. 24: Credit & Managing Debt
Oct. 1: Building Savings & Wealth

📍 Fenelon Falls Branch
Oct. 8 - Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Oct. 22 - Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Whether you're looking to create a budget, manage debt, start saving, or plan for the future, these workshops can help you take the next step.

Free to attend. No registration required, attend one workshop or join us for the series.

Special Guest: Turtle GuardiansFriday, September 4, 11:00am–12:00pm | Bobcaygeon BranchLearn about the turtles that live...
08/27/2026

Special Guest: Turtle Guardians
Friday, September 4, 11:00am–12:00pm | Bobcaygeon Branch
Learn about the turtles that live in our local lakes and rivers. How we can protect them and their habitats. Meet the Turtle Guardians, hear cool turtle facts, and find out how you can help.

📚☀️ Join us at Garnet Graham Park in Fenelon Falls for a special outdoor Pop-Up Storytime!🗓️ Thursday, August 27⏰ 10:30–...
08/27/2026

📚☀️ Join us at Garnet Graham Park in Fenelon Falls for a special outdoor Pop-Up Storytime!

🗓️ Thursday, August 27
⏰ 10:30–11:00am
📍 Garnet Graham Park -- 98 Francis St W, Fenelon Falls

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and early literacy fun in the fresh air. It's a great way to spend a summer morning with your little ones!

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Lindsay, ON
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