Looking for something fun to do this week? We’ve got you. Kids can try STEAM activities, see a magic show, or catch Craig the Science Guy. Teens can make jewellery or watch Wicked. Adults can enjoy a classic movie, book clubs, photography, fibre arts, and more. See what’s on: lpl.ca/WhatsOn

Did you know Creativebug has summer craft ideas ready for little makers, including felt crowns, fairy wands, friendship bracelets, and more? 👑🪄 Plus, it's free with your Library card! Start crafting: buff.ly/EL6tPlu

Catch a classic on the big screen. 🎬 Join us for Some Like It Hot at Monday Matinees: Silver Screen Classics. 📅 Monday, July 6, 1:30pm 📍 Central Library

A good book is still one of the best ways to log off. 📖🌿 Take a break from the scroll, try something new, and earn prize ballots in the Adult Summer Reading Challenge. Bring a friend along. The challenge runs until August 22: buff.ly/vuG7GrV

We're streaming the Canada vs Morocco game this Saturday at 1pm at all library locations, including on the big screen at Central Library. Drop by and cheer on your team as we stream this summer's soccer event at our library locations during regular Library hours.

Thinking about volunteering, but not sure where to begin? Meet local organizations and explore volunteer opportunities at the Volunteer Fair. 📅 Saturday, July 11, 10am–1pm 📍 Central Library

Stories of identity, connection, joy, and belonging. 🌈 Explore books that centre 2SLGBTQIA+ voices and experiences, including fiction, memoirs, and more. Browse the list: buff.ly/haKxO3R

Happy Canada Day from your Library! ❤️🤍 All Library locations are closed today and regular hours resume tomorrow, Thursday July 2.

This Canada Day, make space for Indigenous stories and perspectives. Explore books by Indigenous authors sharing First Nations, Inuit, and Métis histories, perspectives, and experiences. Browse the Indigenous Reads Spotlight: buff.ly/nk1VsL7

A little love letter to the country we call home. 🍁💕 Meet cutes, hockey players, summer escapes, second chances, and love stories set in Canada. Browse the list: buff.ly/w0YFZrM

Catch Rachel on CBC London Morning this Thursday after 8:10am! 📻☀️ She’ll be sharing what’s happening at the Library this summer, including reading for all ages and the return of LPL Live.🎶

Know someone who needs a place to stay cool, London? Central Library is open 9am-9pm today, Tuesday and Thursday. Find a list of cooling centres, spray pads, park washrooms and water fountains, and indoor pools at www.london.ca/StayCool

LPL Live is back! 🎶 Join us on July 2 for the first LPL Live of 2026, featuring Sam Peco, a London-based artist whose music is inspired by Lizzy McAlpine and Clairo. 📅 Thursday, July 2, 6–7pm 📍 Reading Garden, Central Library 🎵 Supported by the Paul Seed Fund and London Public Library donors.

Our summer programs are here! Please note that all Library locations are closed on Canada Day, Wednesday, July 1. Check out what’s happening at your Library this week. 👉 lpl.ca/WhatsOn

This year’s TD Summer Reading Club theme is all about water. 🌊📚 From My Ocean Is Blue to I’m the Biggest Thing in the Ocean, these under-the-sea reads are ready for young explorers. Browse the list: buff.ly/8YcP9xV

All Library locations will be closed for Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1. Regular hours resume Thursday, July 2.

How to Age Disgracefully is great! Highly recommend! ☺️

Photo enthusiasts! 📷 Join Clicking Around, a new photography club at Central Library. Bring a phone or camera, or try a Canon camera from the Labs during the drop-in. 📅 Friday, July 10, 3:30–4:30pm 📍 Rotary Reading Garden, Central Library

This Seniors Month, explore books for every chapter of life. 💙📚 Find fiction, memoir, practical advice, creative hobbies, gardening, photography, pickleball, and more. Browse the list: buff.ly/uCcSKCi

Take a look at some of our favourite moments from the weekend! 💛 The TD Summer Reading Club is off to an amazing start, but there’s a whole summer ahead to explore, play, read, and connect at your Library. Come join the fun!

July releases are coming in hot! Get on the holds list early. 🔥📚 New titles from Marina Nemat, Colson Whitehead, Shari Lapena, Laverne Cox, Cory Doctorow, and Frank Miller. Find your next 5 star read: buff.ly/3fCOiOf

Show off your reading and your neighbourhood! 📚✨ Kids in the TD Summer Reading Club can earn branch-specific brag tags inspired by Library locations across the city. Keep reading and wear your tag with pride all summer long.

One for you, one for your book-loving bestie. 🛍️📚 Our summer tote bag sale is on! Buy one London Public Library tote bag and get a second for $10. Available while supplies last.

Make time for creativity and connection at the Library this week. ⌚🎨 LEGO, art, sensory play, trivia, book clubs, movies, mending, and more are happening across the city. See what’s on near you: lpl.ca/WhatsOn

Is your child starting school this fall? 🎒 Registration is open for the Saturday series of Getting Ready for Kindergarten, a four-week program for ages 3–5 and their caregivers. 📅 Saturdays, July 4–25, 10:30–11:30am 📍 Byron Branch Library Tuesday series registration opens June 23. buff.ly/Dr3VbAH

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a time to honour the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. Explore children’s books by Indigenous authors and illustrators, with stories of culture, community, identity, and connection: buff.ly/iEpXvyh

Tweens! Tween Book Club is continuing at Masonville Branch this summer. Share favourite reads, make bookish crafts & make new book friends. Available at more locations this fall. P.S. We have book clubs for adults, teens, and parents with babies and more. Find one that fits you at lpl.ca/whatson

Reminder: the Friends of the Library Pop Up Book Sale is next Saturday! 📚 Browse books and more for all ages and interests, with proceeds supporting the London Public Library. 📅 June 27, 8am–1pm 📍 Covent Garden Market 🪙 Cash or credit accepted.

Check out the Art Spectacular on June 20 at 2PM in the Rotary Reading Garden at the Central Branch of the @lpl.ca Come celebrate recent investments in public art as we highlight the partnerships that are helping enhance & beautify public spaces across #LdnOnt by unveiling over 90 artworks

Looking for a way to get involved? Save the date! 🙌 Meet local organizations and explore volunteer opportunities in your community. 📅 Saturday, July 11, 10am–1pm 📍 Central Library

Music is blooming in the Rotary Reading Garden! 🎶🌿 Children can now explore outdoor instruments, try new sounds, and enjoy hands-on play in the garden. Thank you to the Rotary Club for helping bring these playful musical experiences to life. 💛

We’ll be at Bibliomania with Library activities for all ages! 📖 Come celebrate all things books, make something, and say hello. 👋 📅 Saturday, June 20, 11am–4pm 📍 Dundas Place

First timer or a seasoned pro? 📚 Starting June 20, pick up a challenge card at your Library to track your reading and earn extra ballots for our end-of-summer prize draw. Sign up at lpl.ca/adultSRC for bonus content and an extra grand prize draw entry.

London’s street names have stories to tell.🗺️ Our recent Speaking with Friends book launch for "London Street Names: An Illustrated Guide" brought maps, local history and conversation to Central Library. Couldn't make it? The book is still available at local bookstores.

Scan ➡️ download ➡️ read ➡️ win! Join the Teen Summer Reading Challenge with the ReaderZone app. Use code d6158 to join, then log your reading every day for a chance to win weekly prizes. Log 45+ days or complete all activities for a chance to win one of two Kobo eReaders! Sign up: buff.ly/0Yeb752

Dive into summer at the Library! 🌊📚 Pick up a summer flyer at your neighbourhood branch to see programs, reading clubs and activities happening across London.

Start the TD Summer Reading Club with something to brag about! 📚✨ Join the club on Saturday, June 20 and receive an exclusive Summer Day 1 brag tag while supplies last. 📅 Saturday, June 20 📍 All London Public Library locations 🎨Art by Bridget George

Graduating this year? Stop by Central Library for free, informal grad photos! 🎓📸 Bring your family, your besties, or just yourself. 📅 Saturday, June 20, 10am–12pm or 2–4pm 📍 Central Library

We loved connecting over local art at the Ted Goodden Art Viewing & Sale at Landon Branch Library! Thanks to all who joined us.🎨 Proceeds from the sale support the London Public Library and some pieces are still available. To learn more, contact George Sinclair at 519-672-3468.

Thanks to @lpl.ca for the free week-long pass to Ontario Provincial Parks. #WaterWednesday

Looking to be swept away by your next read? 🌊📖 Find books about paddling, exploring, and making the most of life on the water. Browse the list: buff.ly/tsY67km

Have questions about the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program? 🦷 Join us for an information session with the Middlesex-London Health Unit. 📅 June 23, 10am–12pm 📍 Beacock Branch Library 📅 July 29, 10am–12pm 📍 Jalna Branch Library

Spring into the last week before summer with a Library visit. 🌷📚 Free programs for kids, teens, adults, and families are happening across the Library June 15–20. See what’s on 👉 lpl.ca/WhatsOn

RRSPs, TFSAs, RESPs, RDSPs... let’s break them down. 💰 Join us for Let’s Talk Money: Savings and Investment Basics, presented in partnership with RRAI and RBC. 📅 June 18, 7–8pm, Jalna Branch Library

London baseball history lives in the Library. ⚾ Barry Boughner used the Ivey Family London Room at Central Library to research more than a century of local baseball history, one reel of microfilm at a time. Read the story: buff.ly/tA152wg

Soccer fans, join us for our Summer Soccer Celebration! ⚽ Select Library locations will be streaming matches during regular Library hours, including big-screen viewing at Central Library. Ask your branch for their schedule, then come cheer on your favourite teams!

Sherwood Branch will reopen on Saturday, June 13, with regular hours.

Thank you to everyone who came out for True Crime Club with local author Vanessa Brown! 🕵️📚 True Crime Club continues next month with local author Barb Dorrington, who will join us to talk about the real-life case behind her book The Trauma Monster. 📅 Monday, July 13, 7–8pm 📍 Central Library

🔔Sherwood Branch is closed today (June 12) until further notice with updates on when we will reopen posted here and to our website.

Ready, set, bike! 🚲 June is Bike Month, and we’re celebrating with books about cycling, bike repair, riding routes, and two-wheeled adventures. Browse the list: buff.ly/RPzBCXL