Parry Sound Public Library
• Parry Sound Public Library Newsletter April 2026 •
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• As winter weather persists, here are several
positive, optimistic titles to read •
Fiction
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg
The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion
Non-Fiction
Detox Your Thoughts: Quit Negative Self-Talk for Good and Discover the Life You've Always Wanted by Andrea Bonior
Sharing the Light: Stories and Reflections by Monique Gray Smith
Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading by Chris Anderson
Junior Fiction
Biindigen! Amik Says Welcome by Nancy Cooper
All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold
The Power of One: Every Act of Kindness Counts by Trudy Ludwig
Junior Non-Fiction
50 Ways to Feel Happy: Fun Activities and Ideas to Build Your Happiness Skills by Vanessa King
Be the Dragon: 9 Keys to Unlocking Your Inner Magic: Roar with Confidence and Slay Your Fears with Quizzes, Quests, and More! by Catherine J. Manning
Fill a Bucket: A Guide to Daily Happiness for Young Children by Carol McCloud


One eRead/Un Livrel Canada is a digital book club connecting readers and libraries from across Canada.
 
The selection for 2026 is What I Know About You by Éric Chacour, originally published in French as «Ce que je sais de toi» and translated by Pablo Strauss.
 
 
The ebook and audiobook will be available in English through Libby and the French ebook too.  The French audiobook can be enjoyed by going to Radio-Canada’s OHdio.
  
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Canada Reads 2026 Contenders:
A Minor Chorus by Billy-Ray Belcourt
Searching for Terry Punchout by Tyler Hellard
The Cure for Drowning by Loghan Paylor
Foe by Iain Reid 
 It's Different This Time by Joss Richard
Debate takes place April 13th to 16th

•  Library Programs  •
Art Journaling*
Tuesdays at 10:30 am to 12 Noon
Mindful creative sessions. Visual journaling using mixed media
Materials and journals provided
Free drop-in program
Intro to Yoga*
Wednesdays at 1:30 to 2:15 pm
Light Yoga with certified instructor Ellen Koennecke of
Yoga in the Sound.
Weekly Drop-in program
$5 per session

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French Group*
Wednesdays at 4:30 to 6 pm
Join us at the library for a
weekly casual French Group
Drop-in • All skill levels welcome
(not formal lessons)
 
LA JOURNÉE DU CINEMA CANADIEN // NATIONAL CANADIAN FILM DAY*
Le 15 avril à 16h30 //
April 15 at 4:30 pm
 
Avec le film français : Fanny
Situé dans l'auditorium de la bibliothèque
Le film sera projeté en version originale française sous-titrée en anglais //
 
Featuring French Film: Fanny
Located in the library auditorium
Film will be screened in the original French language with English captions
 
More Information
* programs located in the library auditorium unless otherwise stated.  Auditorium is not wheelchair accessible.
Please Note: Homeschool Hangout has been suspended until further notice.

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• Earth Day Events •
Earth Day Family Fun at the Bobby Orr Community Centre
Saturday, April 18th
at 1 to 3 pm
with Town of Parry Sound
 
Details
Earth Day Event at Georgian Nordic Outdoor Activity Centre
Saturday, April 25th
at 11 am to 2 pm
with Municipality of McDougall
Recreation Committee
 
Details

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tom Lundy, our friend and Parry Sound Public Library Board Chair for many years. 

Tom served our communities in so many capacities. He was a proud member of the Waubuno Shriners. In his role as a Councillor for the Township of the Archipelago Tom served as a member of the West Parry Sound Recreation and Cultural Centre Board, the District of Parry Sound Social Services Administration Board (DSSAB), among many other community causes and projects. 

Tom was always ready with a smile and a strong handshake.
We will miss him. 

Your Parry Sound Public Library Staff and Board
 

• New Books •
Children's Titles
The Noisy Puddle: A Vernal Pool Through the Seasons by Linda Booth Sweeney
Cranky, Crabby Crow (Saves the World) by Corey R. Tabor
Pikachu's Nighttime Adventure by Rikako Matsuo

YA Titles
Baffle Island: The Land of Broken by Edith Fullerton
Through Gates of Garnet and Gold by Seanan McGuire

Adult Titles
Wolf Hour by Jo Nesbo
Dear Debbie by Freida McFadden
The First Time I Saw Him (a Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick) by Laura Dave
For more visit our Online Catalogue

Library membership privileges for township /municipal agreements (Parry Sound, Archipelago, Carling and McDougall) may have
expired on Dec. 31, 2025. 
 
Renew your library card online here or
contact us by email or phone 705-746-9601.
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Parry Sound Public Library
29 Mary Street
Parry Sound, Ontario P2A1E3
705-746-9601
https://www.parrysoundlibrary.com/