Celebrating Pride Month

Halton Hills Public Library (HHPL) is celebrating Pride Month this June with a variety of resources and programs to highlight the contributions of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community locally, nationally, and worldwide. Residents are invited to take part in free programs that celebrate Pride.

Highlights include: 

• Rainbow Storytime: Enjoy weekly storytimes throughout June that celebrate inclusivity and kindness at both branches. Visit our website calendar for details.
• Rainbow Film Series: Bring your friends and...

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National Indigenous History Month 2024

National Indigenous History Month, recognized in June, is a time to learn more about the histories, cultures, and stories of Indigenous peoples in Canada, including National Indigenous Peoples Day which takes place on June 21. 

We invite you to engage through a variety of creative and educational programs: 

Collections 
Your library has a variety of books, videos and resources by Indigenous authors and creators. Borrow these resources to learn something new and discover many exciting authors! Visit...

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Wines and Spines 2024

 Mark your calendars for our ever-popular event of the year for book lovers! Wines & Spines is back and will be held on the evening of Wednesday, June 19 at the John Elliott Theatre. The evening will feature our favourite publishing representatives with their lists of forthcoming must-reads, plus other fun features and giveaways.

The festivities begin at 6:00 pm, with a wine and cheese reception in the lobby of the Halton Hills Cultural Centre (cash bar), where you can socialize and talk about your best reads. At...

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Solar Eclipse Glasses

On Monday, April 8, 2024, we will experience a total solar eclipse.  

As the moon aligns perfectly between the earth and the sun, parts of the country will become dark for a few brief moments. Many of us want to witness this, and it is important that we do so safely!  

During the solar eclipse, it’s important to guard against damage to your eyes by using approved eclipse protective eyewear. 

On Saturday, April 6, beginning at 9:30 a.m., a very limited supply of safety solar eclipse glasses will be

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Earth Week 2024

Join us and celebrate Earth Week 2024! It’s a time to recognize and appreciate our natural world, become informed and aware of the environmental issues we face, as well as the responsibility each of us has to care for our planet, right here at home.

Ways you can act and participate this year:

Halton Hills Lecture Series: Journey North with John Dunn
Tuesday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m.
John's richly illustrated talk covers the series of paddling, hiking, and skiing journeys he has made through Canada...

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