Friends of the London Public Library invite you to an afternoon with award-winning Canadian author Linden MacIntyre. Join us to hear him discuss An Accidental Villain and the story of Sir Hugh Tudor. 📖 📅 Saturday, December 6, 2-4pm 📍 Central Library Register now: buff.ly/slTIgvI

Help shape the future of London’s Library Branches! 🏛️ Take our short Facilities Feedback Survey and tell us what you want to see in your Library branches over the next 10 years. 💡Share your ideas: buff.ly/aoTFzn3

Tune in to CBC London Morning after 8:10am this Thursday for The Library It List! 🎙️ Hear Rachel share about upcoming programs and how you can help shape the Library’s future.

ALERT: Landon Branch is closed today, Wednesday, Nov 5, due to area water outage.

Meet author Kendra Coulter and explore her debut novel The Tortoise’s Tale: a century of history seen through the eyes of a wise tortoise. 🐢 📅 Nov 6, 7-8:30 p.m. 📍 Central Library 📖 More info: buff.ly/TUscGoN

📲 Build your tech confidence this fall! Our free TechKnow courses (Nov - Dec) for seniors are back with @FanshaweCollege. Learn online safety, social media, and more—your way. Registration opens Nov 6 & 11 at 9am: buff.ly/QyuouYV

Dinovember is off to a roaring start! 🦖 Check out what’s on at your Library this week: buff.ly/OZ3DTug

It's DINOVEMBER and you know what that means, don't you, London? You'll find fun, dinosaur-themed programs at Library locations across the city. Browse programs here: buff.ly/Syp4bID

Madelon West loved her Library. And now, Sherwood Branch has a study room where generations of learners can focus, learn and dream big, thanks to Madelon and Kenneth West's thoughtful gift. Read Madelon's story:

Just days away! 🌳📖 Join us Nov 1 at Landon Library for Out of the Woods: In Conversation with Forest City Authors: celebrating London’s vibrant writing community. 🗓️ Nov 1, 1-2:30pm 📍 Landon Library Register: buff.ly/SUMtzkr

Congratulations to Roar by Shelley Thompson, winner of the 2025 Evergreen Award™! 🏆 Kudos to all the amazing nominees who made this year’s shortlist unforgettable, and congratulations to the talented authors nominated for next year’s award! 🌿

Shake your spookies out at our Halloween Family Dance Party with DJ this Thursday, from 6-8pm at Central Library. 👻 NOTE: This is a free, drop in event that replaces our Spooktacular Halloween Forest outdoor event, which is canceled due to weather.

LPL Live continues Nov 6 with local artist Jordan MacDonald! 🎶 📅 Thursday, November 6, 6-7pm 📍 Central Library, 3rd Floor Free concert presented with @ldnmusicoffice and with support from the Paul Seed Fund.

Go Blue Jays! 💙⚾ We’re celebrating at the Library with displays and book picks for every baseball fan. Find your next home-run read today! 📚

We’re hiring two Maintenance Custodians! 🧰 Help keep our Library spaces safe, clean, and welcoming. Details: buff.ly/26lRbfF

Repair, don’t replace! 🛠️ Join us at our Repair Cafés and bring your items back to life. It’s fun, it’s free, and it’s great for the planet! Register now! buff.ly/tZclC5o

Halloween Thrills & Chills! 🦇 Explore eerie stories, supernatural suspense, and post-apocalyptic horrors—all perfect for a spooky night in. Check out our Halloween book showcase for reads that’ll keep you on edge: buff.ly/dIiKxMD

Free fun for all ages! 🎬📚🎨 We’ve got movie nights, storytime, art programs and more! 👉 See the full list: buff.ly/5b9ZR4j

Looking for your next opportunity? 💼 Join us for Get the Job on Nov 6, 2–5pm at Central Library. Local employment agencies will help with resumes, networking, and skill-building. Your next step starts here!

“Local history is for everybody.” Sammy came to the London Room for research - and found her grandmother’s yearbook photo. Read about how archives connect us to family and community here: buff.ly/HGvQp5l

Our English to Go bags just got a big update! 📚 60+ new & refreshed kits for English learners: Level 1 & 2, CELPIP, IELTS, writing, and employment skills. Thanks to LUSO, South London NRC, and Northwest London NRC for their support. 👉 See what’s new at your Library! buff.ly/Tl9tGGL

Double the family fun this Halloween at Central Library! 🎃 📅Spooktacular Halloween Haunted Forest, Oct 30, 6-8pm 📅 Halloween Costume Party (Family) Oct 31, 9:30-11am 📍Central Library View the full schedule of Halloween activities: buff.ly/zvPkP9I

Thank you @lpl.ca for acknowledging and celebrating Latin Heritage Month and especially for including my novel #ADaughtersPlace in your list of recommended readings. I truly appreciate it! @houseofanansi.bsky.social

Celebrate Latin Heritage Month with powerful reads that highlight the voices, stories, and cultures of Latin communities. 📚 Explore the full list: buff.ly/qvD5c6C

One year later 📚 $100K in City of London funding added 9,250 children’s books to our collection. Popular titles like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and The Babysitter’s Club have already been borrowed 70,000+ times, sparking joy for young readers across London.

Join a province-wide book club with Together We Read Ontario! This month, we're reading Hope by Terry Fox, edited by Barbara Adhiya. Discover the character and life of Terry Fox, the human, as told by those closest to him. Borrow the ebook or audiobook on Libby with no waiting!

Celebrate Ontario Public Library Week with us! 📖 Explore our “Books About Libraries” list and discover stories that celebrate connection, curiosity, and the magic found between the shelves. buff.ly/YLQSjMO

Fill a bag for $5 today, the final day of the Friends Book Sale. Drop by Centennial Hall before 4pm for amazing deals!

Here’s just a glimpse of what’s on at your Library this week. For more, visit our website! buff.ly/fd5j3vZ

We’re hiring a Hardware & Software Support Specialist! 💻 Join our IT team and help power the technology that keeps the London Public Library connected. 📍 Full-time, on-site at Central Library ➡️ Apply now: buff.ly/3kZz8OG

Halloween is almost here! 🎃 Join us at the Library for crafts, stories, and spooky fun for all ages. Explore Halloween programs near you: buff.ly/1rP6uxt

A ghost walks into an elevator… 👻 Find your next October read at the Library! Browse our catalogue for something spooky, silly, or anywhere in between: buff.ly/FCdLFY0

Book Sale weekend is here! 📚📚 Friends Giant Book Sale at Centennial Hall, lower level. - Friday, October 17: 9am – 9pm - Saturday, October 18: 9am – 5pm - Sunday, October 19: 10am- 4pm (Fill a Bag for $5. We provide bag.) Cash, credit and debit accepted.

The Friends of the Library Giant Fall Book Sale starts tomorrow! 📚 Find deals on books, CDs, DVDs, and more at Centennial Hall (lower level). 📅 Fri, Oct 17: 9 am–9 pm 📅 Sat, Oct 18: 9 am–5 pm 📅 Sun, Oct 19: 10 am–4 pm All proceeds support Library programs!

Jazz for the People returns next week!🎷 Enjoy a free night of live music with Theresa Wallis, Larry Ernewein, and the Martin Tot Group. 📅 Wed, Oct 22, 7–8:45pm 📍 Wolf Performance Hall

Pond Mills Branch is open again! 🎉 New carpets, refreshed spaces, and friendly faces are waiting for you. Come visit and see the updates!

Celebrate our community's vibrant stories with our latest Newcomer showcase for adults, teens, and children. Explore tales of resilience and hope that remind us of the strength in our diversity: buff.ly/zLrH4uY

I love my awesome public library! @lpl.ca #library #archives 📚 www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

We’re proud to share that the East London Branch Library is now a Dementia Friendly Community™ Supporter. 💜 Our staff have completed dementia-friendly training to help make the Library an inclusive and welcoming place for all.

Free events all week at your Library! Do you love Pokémon, or is Genealogy more your speed? We’ve got something for every age and interest. View the full lineup: buff.ly/MS6cLGa

ALERT: Today (Oct 12) from 9am until 1pm, the catalogue, website and some digital resources will not be available due to scheduled maintenance. We apologize for this inconvenience.

We’re hiring! 📣 Join the London Public Library as Administrator, Security Services & Facility Services, and help keep our spaces safe and welcoming for all. Full-time, permanent role. Apply by October 24, 2025 → buff.ly/1zNOi3k

Something new at Pond Mills! ✨ Our Pond Mills team and staff across IT and Facilities have been busy refreshing the space with new carpets and updates. We’re excited to welcome you back on October 14!

Reminder: the Giant Fall Book Sale is just 1 week away! 📚 Find great deals on CDs, DVDs, vinyl & more at Centennial Hall! 🗓️Fri, Oct 17: 9am–9pm 🗓️ Sat, Oct 18: 9am–5pm 🗓️ Sun, Oct 19: 10am–4pm

Vinny recommends Coconut Lagoon by Joe Thottungal — a cookbook that captures the flavours and warmth of home. 💛 Find this and more comfort food favourites in our collection.

Celebrate Islamic Heritage Month this October. 🌙 Explore our book list featuring The Lion Women of Tehran, Son of Elsewhere, and The Thirty Names of Night: buff.ly/1oB3KxR

Your weekend forecast: a little heat and a lot of heart. 🔥💖 Fortune cookie says, pick up a romance!

Into true crime? 🕵️♀️ Join True Crime Club to discuss real cases, share theories, and meet fellow mystery lovers. Register now: buff.ly/4U2WaEy

PA Day fun is happening at the Library! Create fall-themed crafts and enjoy a variety of drop-in activities. Follow the link for all the exciting details: buff.ly/CJvWSHb