A Message from Mark Williams

Hi everyone,

As the summer draws to a close, so does our Summer Reading Club which, again this year, was hosted through the Beanstack app. Congratulations to everyone who participated. 

With students ramping up for back-to-school, I also wanted to remind you of our Brainfuse app which provides access to online tutors who provide ongoing support tailored to Ontario’s curriculum, free with a Milton Public Library card. For further details check out our e-resources page.

And as we head into the fall, we have some exciting events to look forward to. We are delighted to announce that we will be hosting New York Times bestselling author Ann Cleeves, who wrote numerous series including Vera, Shetland, and Two Rivers! If you’ve read her books or watched the TV shows based on her novels, you don’t want to miss her discussing the latest book in the Vera Stanhope series, "The Rising Tide", in this engaging virtual event. We will also have discounted copies of "The Rising Tide" for sale at all MPL branches starting this month. Click here to register and read on for all that’s in store this month.

On a final note, all three branches of Milton Public Library will be closed on September 30th in recognition of the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. As a first step in ensuring that the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools are never forgotten, Milton Public Library will be providing staff with the opportunity for quiet reflection to recognize and commemorate the legacy of residential schools on this federal statutory holiday. We hope you will join us in taking the opportunity to learn more about this painful chapter in the story of Canada with a view to building relationships with Indigenous communities. 

Thanks,

Mark Williams, Chief Librarian

Exciting Author Visits!

We're excited to have Ann Cleeves, the New York Times bestselling author of the Shetland and Two Rivers, join us to talk about the latest book in the acclaimed Vera Stanhope series!

If you watched Vera on TV and read the books, you don't want to miss her visit to discuss "The Rising Tide", coming out TODAY (September 1, 2022). We will have copies of "The Rising Tide" available for purchase at all branches soon - stay tuned for details!

Vera Stanhope Collection at MPL!

In partnership with the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton, we’re thrilled to welcome Trinidadian Canadian author Liselle Sambury. She will discuss her young adult fantasy duology, "Blood Like Magic" and "Blood Like Fate."

Liselle's brand of writing can be described as "messy Black girls in fantasy situations." In her free time, she shares helpful tips for upcoming writers and details of her publishing journey through a YouTube channel.

Read any book from the Blood Like duology and submit a review for your chance to win a copy of the duology, and ask Liselle a question during the virtual author visit.

Join us for an engaging talk with nationally renowned author Jael Richardson to discuss her bestseller "Gutter Child." The novel was shortlisted for three Word Awards and was a finalist for the 2021 Amazon First Novel Award. 

Jael founded and serves as the Executive Director for the Festival of Literary Diversity (FOLD).

Back to School

Do you have anxiety about tests, presentations, grades, your appearance, or being liked? Join the Halton Centre for Cognitive Therapy and Stress Reduction to gain a toolbox full of helpful strategies to help reduce worries and stress and help you feel more empowered and confident.

Join us at Main Library to learn about four types of parenting styles. You will learn the following during this program: What is your parenting style? How does it influence your interaction with your children? If needed, do you have ways to switch to a different style?

Homework Help

School is back in session and it’s the perfect time to check out Brainfuse!

Access online homework help for students in grades K-12 daily from
2 pm to 11 pm. Brainfuse also includes practice tests, support for adult learners, writing assistance, skills building, and more.

Recommended Reads

Get in the school spirit with our curated lists of back-to-school resources!

With everything from picture books helping youngsters get over first-day jitters to cookbooks that help adults pack tasty and nutritious lunches, there’s sure to be something for everyone.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day) to honour the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities.

Check out our curated collection for children, teens, and adults to learn more about Indigenous Peoples in Canada and their lived experiences as a community.

Hand-Me-Down Project: Call for Seniors

Do you have a skill you would like to share with the next generation? MPL is looking for Seniors in Milton (anyone aged 55+) to participate in the Hand-Me-Down Project and share their skills with local teens! 

Participating seniors will receive an honorarium, and work together with the MPL staff to develop programs, and lesson plans, identify materials, resources, and lead Hand-Me-Down project sessions with youth in Winter 2022 -Spring 2023.

Upcoming Events

Learn more about citizenship application forms, checking your application status online, eligibility criteria, preparing for the test, the oath ceremony, Canadian passports, and more. Presented by HMC Connections.

Rethinking Aging

We're hosting a series related to aging every month. The first session is about Rethinking Aging as it Applies to the Brain Protecting Our Brain Tissue.

Learn about taking steps to limit damage to the brain caused by stress, sleep problems, and more.

Taxes for Seniors

Getting all the benefits and credits to which you may be entitled to as a senior is no doubt top of your mind.

A trained representative from the Canada Revenue Agency will teach you everything you need to know about services and taxes for everyone 65+.

Teddy Bear Picnic 

Join us at Sherwood, along with your favourite stuffed friend for stories, songs, crafts, and refreshments!

For ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Please register online or in-person, starting September 13 at 10 am.

Curiosity Cube®

The Curiosity Cube®—a retrofitted shipping container transformed into a mobile science lab that features hands-on science experiments designed to spark interest in STEM careers—will be at Main Library's Parking Lot, on its tour through North America.

Learning Related
Vision Problems

Join us at Main Library to learn about how subtle vision issues can impact a child's learning and reading, as well as their behaviour and confidence.

We will delve deeper into the visual system and what you need to know about annual eye exams.

Reading with
Anti-Racist Frameworks

In partnership with HMC Connections, join us at Main Library to learn more about how to read like an anti-racist!

We will introduce and expand on a variety of tools, strategies, and resources that will provide people with a greater understanding of anti-racism.

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