November marks the celebration of Hindu Heritage Month. Hindu Heritage Month was first declared in Ontario in 2016 and nationally in 2022. Throughout Hindu Heritage Month, we celebrate the richness of Hindu cultural traditions and the significant contributions of Hindu Canadians across industries such as science, art, medicine, business, education, politics, athletics and much more. Hindu Heritage Month…
What Are Treaties and How Do They Apply to You?
If you live in Canada, you have a responsibility to learn more about treaties. To get started, ask yourself: How have I benefited from treaties? Which treaties cover the Land I live on? How have treaty relationships been broken?
Between the Lines Nov/Dec 2024: Let’s celebrate, family stories and gratitude
Welcome, to Between the Lines! Welcome to Between the Lines! Bi-monthly, you will discover new themes and adventures as you complete reading challenges and beyond the book activities for grades K to 8. Track your reading for each challenge using the Beanstack App or our reading log brochure. Complete all 4 reading challenges within the…
The Power of Pets: How Therapy Animals Benefit Older Adults
As we grow older, staying connected and maintaining emotional well-being becomes more important than ever. Unfortunately, for many older adults, isolation, loneliness, and a lack of regular social interaction can lead to mental and emotional health challenges. But what if the solution came with fur and four legs? That’s where therapy animals come into play…
Celebrate National Reading Group Month
October is not just the month of Halloween; it’s also National Reading Group Month! This day was created by the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA) in 2007.
Read an eBook Day!
September 18 is Read an eBook Day! Libraries have celebrated this day since 2014.
Why Everyone Has a Role to Play in Reconciliation
If you live in Canada and you are not Indigenous, you have a role to play in reconciliation. At the individual level, reconciliation starts with education and here just a few things you can do to get started.
Between the Lines Sept/Oct 2024: Celebrate public libraries, Halloween, Orange Shirt Day, and more!
Welcome, to Between the Lines! Welcome to Between the Lines! Bi-monthly, you will discover new themes and adventures as you complete reading challenges and beyond the book activities for grades K to 8. Track your reading for each challenge using the Beanstack App or our reading log brochure. Complete all 4 reading challenges within the…
Discovering the Richard A. Jarrell Memorial Garden at Thornhill Village Library
The Thornhill Village branch of Markham Public Library is located in a historic house that was first built in 1851. Since 1851, the building has acted as a stable, a grocery store, and a veterinary office before becoming the home of the library in the 1960s. While the Thornhill Village branch is home to many…
5 Benefits of Learning a New Language
Are you interested in learning a new language? Here are 5 benefits of learning a new language and explore some of the e-resources offered at Markham Public Library!
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