As the second wave of COVID-19 hits Canada, uncertainty regarding the future of many local, small businesses are rising once more. Will they be forced to shut down again? Will even more businesses have to permanently close their doors? At Markham Public Library, we strongly believe that small businesses are crucial pillars of any healthy…
It’s Banned Books Week
Banned Books Week is from September 27th to October 3rd. It is a time to celebrate the freedom to read whatever you want! Since 1982, Banned Books Week has been occurring annually during the last week of September. This week was created in response to overwhelming amounts of challenges to books in various institutions such…
What We Gain from Literacy and How to Continue Learning
Learn about the importance of International Literacy Days and the different ways you can further your literacy skills through learning.
Getting your Kids Emotionally and Mentally Ready for a New School Year
After lazy summer days, it’s hard to believe that a new school year is right around the corner - yet here we are. A new grade, new friends, and new teachers are exciting, but change and anticipation can be scary. Add in the uncertainty with the COVID-19 pandemic and many kids may experience heightened levels…
Why is a makerspace in the library? 5 Reasons why it makes sense!
Libraries are breaking away from stereotypical books and dusty carts, and letting the community try technology they can only fantasize using on computer screens. If the makerspace doesn't make sense in the library, here are why 5 reasons why it does. 1. Digital Literacy As part of our #DigitalMarkham initiative, Markham libraries are committed to…
Happy Birthday Mary Shelley, Creator of Frankenstein!
August 30th is Frankenstein Day, a day to honour Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley and her famous book Frankenstein, which is about a mad scientist named Victor Frankenstein, who gives life to a monstrous-looking creature. Shelley was born August 30th, 1797 and she published Frankenstein in 1818. She created the story of Frankenstein, in 1816, when she…
5 Reasons Why You Should Try BrainFuse
It feels like ages ago that we were attempting to make fresh bread, and now we are preparing to go back to school! But do no fret, with your MPL card, you can access BrainFuse - an online database that offers learning and tutoring services. Use BrainFuse to catch up just before school starts or…
What You Can Learn From Reading Memoirs
The memoir genre has been increasing in popularity over the last decade and we invite you to celebrate We Love Memoirs Day by selecting a memoir as your next read. After all, you can’t truly understand someone until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes. Here are some suggestions to get your started.
Happy Birthday Percy Jackson!
It’s our favourite demigod’s birthday. The son of Poseidon and a human woman, who saved the world, should be celebrated. So, how can you honour him? Wear blue, carry a pen around or eat a blue cupcake. Another way you can celebrate is to read the books; there are a total of five books in…
How to Actually Relax on National Relaxation Day
August 15 marks a very special holiday! Surely you already have it marked on your calendar. What? You’ve never heard of National Relaxation Day? Alright, perhaps this holiday isn’t quite as well-known as some of the other days we celebrate, but it should be. August 15 is National Relaxation Day, an annual event that encourages…
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