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Ontario Public Library Week — Libraries for Life
Libraries aren’t just for books — they’re for life.
From your very first story time to discovering new hobbies in retirement, your local library is with you every step of the way.
During Ontario Public Library Week (October 19–25), we celebrate the stories, support, and opportunities libraries provide at every stage of life. Whether it’s digital literacy programs, book clubs, computer access, or simply a quiet place to reflect — libraries evolve as we do.
Stop by either branch all week long to enjoy special OPLW activities and discover all the ways your library is there for life!
OPLW Special Event: Pages from the Past, Paths to the Future Thursday, October 23 | 6:00–7:00 PM | Port Carling Branch - Please Register
For over 138 years, some version of what we now know as the Muskoka Lakes Public Library has been more than just a place for books—it has served as a keeper of local memory, a hub of learning, and a reflection of community life.
Join MLPL Chief Librarian Andrew Whitfield for an engaging journey through the early days of libraries and librarianship in Muskoka Lakes, a look ahead at MLPL in the digital age, and a thoughtful discussion on the vital role public libraries continue to play as stewards of history, agents of change, and spaces of belonging.
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Our Library of Things collection keeps growing!
Now available to borrow:
Plus, explore favourites already on our shelves: Ukeleles Binoculars Pickleball sets Walking poles Carbon monoxide monitor Fishing Rods Board Games Ontario Park Passes Puzzles Yoto bundles All are perfect for trying something new, saving money, or just having fun - no purchase required. |
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You're Invited - Stop by the MiND-AID Hub!
This is an open invitation for anyone aged 29 and under to drop by, hang out, and learn more about what the MiND-AID Hub has to offer. Whether you're curious about local services or need support, our team is here to help.
Where: MLPL Norma Miller Alloway Muskoka Lakes Library (Port Carling Branch) When: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday October 16th
What's at the Hub?
But that's not all - the Hub is also your One Right Door to access: Come by and say hello - we're always happy to see you!
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| Saturday October 25th
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
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Do you have an abundance of bulbs? No room to house your excess houseplants this winter? Perhaps you've saved some seeds from your garden, to donate back to our Seed Library? Why not gather any extra plant life you may have hanging around and bring it to exchange (or simply donate) for something new-to-you at our Community Plant Swap? We will have local Green Thumb Gardening Guru Leslie Carr, from Carr Greenhouse, on hand to assist you with any questions and queries you may have.
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Jr. Homeschool Group
Tuesday October 28th in Port Carling, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Story Time Wednesdays in Port Carling October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Boards, Blocks, and Bites
Thursday October 16th in Port Carling, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Art Studio for Youth Saturdays in Port Carling, Beginning October 25th
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM *pre-registration is required
Creative Kids Club Saturdays in Port Carling, October 4th, 11th
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM *pre-registration is required |
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Small Talk
Tuesday October 21st in Port Carling, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM An Irish Goodbye - 23m
Tech 1-on-1 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month,
October 7th, 14th in Port Carling, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM *pre-registration is required
Book Club Wednesday October 15th, in Port Carling
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Beaded Earrings Workshop
Wednesday October 22nd, in Port Carling, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM *pre-registration is required
Mah Jongg, Euchre and MORE! Thursdays in Port Carling,
October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Knitting Group Thursdays in Port Carling, October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Intro to Yoga in the Library with Candice
Thursday October 9th in Port Carling, 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM *pre-registration is required
Libraries for Life Special Presentation for OPLW Thursday October 23rd in Port Carling, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
*pre-registration is required
Artworks for Adults
Friday October 17th in Port Carling, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Saturday October 18th in Port Carling, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
*pre-registration is required
Seniors' Lunch and Learn
Friday October 24th in Port Carling, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM *pre-registration is required |
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You can place a hold on any of these items by logging in to your account on the top right of our catalogue search page.
You can even tell us which branch you'd like to pick your item(s) up at, either Bala or Port Carling!
Not interested in doing it yourself? Just shoot us an email info@mlpl.ca or give us a call at 705-765-5650 and we'll do it on your behalf! |
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(DVD)
Five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion, the planet's ecology has proven largely inhospitable to dinosaurs. Those remaining exist in isolated equatorial environments with climates resembling the one in which they once thrived. The three most colossal creatures within that tropical biosphere hold the key to a drug that will bring miraculous life-saving benefits to humankind.
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by Matthew James Duffy(Adult non-fiction book)
'Bread Etc.' is an accessible guide to all things bread - from sourdough to yeasted dough, pizza dough and more. It distills the complex art of mixing, shaping, and baking dough into clear explanations and easy-to-read instructions. You’ll begin with an overview of bread baking that breaks down every dough mystery, followed by recipes geared to both novice and advanced bakers.
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by Dan Brown(Adult fiction book)
In a thrilling race through the dual worlds of futuristic science and mystical lore, Robert Langdon uncovers a shocking truth about a secret project that will forever change the way we think about the human mind. |
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by Ian McEwan(Adult fiction book)
One hundred years in the future, much of the western world has been submerged by rising seas following a nuclear accident. Thomas Metcalfe, a scholar and researcher, longs for the early 21st century as he chases the ghost of a poem written in 2014. When he stumbles across a clue that may lead to the poem’s discovery, a story is revealed of entangled loves and a brutal crime that destroy his assumptions about people he thought he knew intimately well. |
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by Eric Carle(Juvenile board book)
Celebrate Halloween with search-and-find fun in this pumpkin-shaped board book perfect for fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar! |
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by Jason Aaron(Young adult graphic novel)
In a different, darker world, Kal-El landed in a remote Kansas field, the last survivor from an alien planet ... but even before that moment, nothing unfolded as you'd expect. As he tries to survive in a world seemingly determined to repeat the mistakes of the demolished Krypton, he'll come into conflict with the globe-straddling Lazarus Corporation and its agenda of exploitation ... and go fist-to-fist with its brutal army of Peacemakers! |
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Each month we will include a title or two that a staff member has recently read. Yes, we could call it Staff Picks, but where's the alliterative fun in that?
So, without further ado, please enjoy Maggie's Memorable Mentions! |
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by Shair Lapena(Adult fiction book)
A Canadian author, Lapena has a knack for the domestic dramas and small-town secrets I find irresistible in a suspense novel. This is her newest book, and it was very hard for me to put down. Told from multiple perspectives, there is no shortage of suspects. I had my eye on three individuals but totally missed the true villain! The reveal at the end caught me. Perhaps you would be better at guessing whodunnit?
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This class is jam-packed with six different Halloween craft projects that range from gothic and bookish to add a slightly sinister note to an adult cocktail party to paper decorations and Halloween surprise balls that will enliven any kids’ party. Use these ideas as a jumping-off point to customize your own Halloween decorations.
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