Hi [First Name],

A Message from Mark Williams

Hi everyone,

In the spirit of remembrance for the sacrifices made by so many, on behalf of all Canadians, MPL aims to be a truly inclusive space for our community and we have a number of programmes this month that offer our patrons the opportunity to learn and connect.

MPL has partnered with Grandmother’s Voice to bring The REDress Project to life across all three branches. Artist Jaime Black created The REDress Project in response to more than 1000 missing and murdered Indigenous women (MMIW) across Canada. Red dresses have been installed at Milton Public Library as a visual reminder of the staggering number of women who are no longer with us and draw attention to the gendered and racialised nature of violent crimes against Indigenous women. To learn more about The REDress Project, read on or visit any of MPL’s locations.

We are also proud to support the AIDS Network and their Red Scarf Project this month. December 1st is World AIDS Day, when red scarves, mittens, and hats line the streets to bring awareness to HIV/AIDS in our communities. In honour of this special campaign, we are encouraging the community to knit red scarves, mittens and hats to donate to the AIDS Network serving those in need. Knitted wear can be dropped off at the Main branch any time during regular operating hours up until November 29. Look for The Red Scarf Project barrel at the lower level customer service desk. 

Our second Laurier Milton Lecture of the season focuses on planetary health and the conservation and sustainability of Canada’s Natural Resources. Register below and learn more about upcoming lectures here.

This month we are also pleased to announce a new offering to patrons: ebooks and audiobooks through OverDrive and its user-friendly app, Libby. Learn more here.

As always, we look forward to seeing you either in-person or virtually this month to read, learn, and connect.  

Thanks,

Mark Williams, Chief Librarian

We're partnering with The AIDS Network to host our first Red Scarf Project from November 1 - November 29. In honour of this special campaign, we are encouraging the community to come together and donate red scarves, mittens, and hats.

You can donate red knitted wear in two ways:

• Knit at home and donate at Main Library (look for The Red Scarf Project barrel)
• Join one of our knitting circles being taught by an expert at Main Library

The REDress Project

Artist Jaime Black created The REDress Project in response to more than 1000 missing and murdered Indigenous women (MMIW) across Canada. 

Red dresses have been installed at Milton Public Library as a visual reminder of the staggering number of women who are no longer with us and draw attention to the gendered and racialized nature of violent crimes against Indigenous women. To learn more about The REDress Project, visit any of MPL’s locations.

Hand-Me-Down Project

The Hand-Me-Down Project is a new initiative led by Milton Public Library to share generational knowledge, focusing on trade skills, crafting, and culinary expertise, while supporting skills-building as well as intergenerational dialogue and cultural exchange.

Stay tuned for upcoming programs to kick off this initiative in Winter 2022, which will include knitting, cooking, financial planning, and more! Funded by the Government of Canada's Healthy Communities Initiative.

Introducing OverDrive!

Exciting Author Visits!

We're inviting children 9-11 to join award-winning Canadian author Sylvia McNicoll to learn how to write a story firsthand. This writing workshop is based on her Great Mistake Mystery series.

Join us for a virtual and engaging discussion with renowned author Laurie Elizabeth Flynn to discuss her latest novel The Girls Are All So Nice Here.

Laurier Milton Lecture Series

Laurier is engaged in sustainability and planetary health research and education across Canada to inform effective conservation and management strategies. Two researchers working in this space will share their research and ideas for the future of planetary health.

Upcoming Events

Make a Will - Presented by the Ontario Bar Association

Come learn about the importance of wills, who should be willed and factors often encountered when making a will.

Stress Management
and Building Resilience

In this presentation, you will learn about strategies that can build resilience and coping skills.

Cursive Writing Aa to Zz

Introduce your child to cursive writing through the alphabet. 

Pajama Storytime

Join us for stories, songs and activities, while dressed in your coziest PJ's!

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