Seguin Public Libraries: The Bookmark: Feb 2025 (1)

THE BOOKMARK

FEBRUARY 2025

A Note from Seguin Public Libraries

We would like to express our gratitude to all our patrons, staff, and volunteers for making 2024 another great year. We look forward to seeing you often this year.

Make the most of your library card by borrowing books, movies, Ontario Park Passes, Biosphere Backpacks, and magazines. You can also explore our eResources and digital library through the Libby app. With programs and events for all ages, we’re especially excited to host a magical March Break.

Happy Valentine's Day

Have a Blind Date with a Book from February 1st to March 1st for a chance to win a prize by rating the book.

Be sure to ask the staff for a Rating Ticket at checkout.

The winner will be announced on March 3rd during a live session on Instagram.

Find us on Instagram: seguinpubliclibraries4

February is Black History Month.

Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations.

Canada Reads 2025

The books on this year's show all have the power to change how we see, share and experience the world around us. The debates take place March 17-20 on CBC TV, CBC Radio and CBC Books.

Take a look at our catalogue

Check out our eResources

Transparent Language Online

Learn over 110 languages at home, in the library or on the go. Sign up with your library card number to save your progress.

World Book Online

With every topic from basketball to bacteria, these encyclopedias are sure to make learning an exciting activity for school-aged readers and beyond. Please contact Seguin Public Libraries for your Username & Password.

Light Box Learning

Lightbox Learning offers everything you need to provide blended learning solutions with up-to-date digital books and online activities.

Seguin Public Libraries' Book Clubs

If you know someone who might be interested in joining one (or both) of our book clubs,

or if you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to email us at staff@seguinpubliclibraries.ca. If you can’t attend a meeting, we’d still love to hear your

thoughts on the book via email.

Sign up for our Book Club eNewsletter here

Christie Book Club

The Keeper of Lost Things
by Ruth Hogan

Christie Book Club Meeting
Friday, February 28th at 11:00am
Christie Branch, 1207 Hwy. 518, Seguin

Join our latest book club launching from the Christie Branch. Each month we gather to share our thoughts about the book pick. Enjoy the casual conversation over coffee & tea. All are welcome.

Foley Book Club

The Midnight Library
by Matt Haig

Foley Book Club Meeting
Wednesday, February 26th at 1pm
Foley Branch, 60 Rankin Lake Rd., Seguin

Join in the lively book talk each month at the Foley Branch. We enjoy welcoming new members, for new perspectives and getting even more book recommendations. All are welcome to this free program.

Programs & Events

The 40th Annual Seguin Sled Dog Mail Run

Saturday, February 22nd | 7:30am-2pm

Sledvelopes will be available at all branches first week in February. Each sledvelope is $3.50 each or $5.00 with a $1.50 donation to Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary.

For more details visit seguin.ca

Weekly Coffee & Conversations

Monday: 2:30 pm @ Foley Branch

Thursday: 2:15 pm @ Christie Branch

Friday: 10:30 am @ Rosseau Branch

Great coffee, friendly conversations, board games, and

a welcoming atmosphere. Everyone is welcome.

Weekly Crafts at all Branches

Every week we offer a new craft at all of our branches. These are drop in programs, and even when supplies run out we offer colouring and LEGO.

February 3rd - 8th: Abominable Snowman

February 10th - 14th: Valentine Bookmarks

February 18th - 22nd: Cardboard Sled Dogs

February 24th - Mar 1st: Popsicle Stick Artcic Fox

New Popular Titles

Click a book cover to place a hold with your library card. You will need you card number and PIN to log in. Email us if you need assistance: staff@seguinpubliclibraries.ca