Celebrate Ontario Public Library Week (OPLW) at your library! From October 16-20, discover why Libraries are for Life. It’s an opportunity for libraries and library partners across Canada to raise awareness of the valuable role libraries play in the lives of people in Canada and the vital role your library plays in the community.

This year’s theme is “Libraries for Life,” which focuses on the role that libraries play in supporting individual and collective connections to the past and future of our communities, nations, and civilizations. Public libraries are committed to literacy and life-long learning, reducing barriers, providing safe and inclusive spaces, and offering a variety of opportunities for creative expression. In celebration of OPLW, we are offering the following programs:

Picture Perfect
Make your products Picture Perfect! In celebration of Small Business Week and Ontario Public Library Week, the Town of Halton Hills has partnered with the Halton Region Small Business Centre and the Halton Hills Public Library to bring you, Picture Perfect: DIY Product Photography Event! This program is open to any Halton Hills small business looking to try their hand at product photography to produce high-quality product shots for their website and social channels!  Each session will include a private room equipped with lightbox and photography equipment – we encourage small business owners to also bring along their smartphone to take photos with ease. The Digital Main Street Coordinator, Natalie, will be there to assist you with any photography questions and provide some tips and tricks on how to produce digital content. Business Advisors from the Halton Region Small Business Centre will be available for drop-in questions to answer any of your small business inquiries. One-hour studio space sessions are available Tuesday, October 17 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Georgetown Branch, and Thursday, October 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Acton Branch. To learn more and book your session, please visit: www.investhaltonhills.com/sbw. Questions about the program? Contact Natalie at npagnotta@haltonhills.ca.

LinkedIn Learning – Professional Development
As part of Small Business Week and Ontario Public Library Week we invite you to learn new skills and upgrade your current knowledge with this extensive online educational service. Choose from more than 16,000 courses and more than 144,000 video tutorials taught by experts in the field. All courses are free with your library card! Login and learn at either branch, from home or even on the road. Visit HHPL’s Educational Resources page to learn more.

Evergreen Award – Winner Announcement
Stay tuned on social media as we announce the winner of the Evergreen Award. This award is part of the Ontario Library Association’s Forest of Reading program which is Canada’s largest recreational reading program.

Children’s Drop-In Programs
Don’t miss out on our fall programs like Baby Rhyme and Romp, Kids and Me at Cobblehills, and Family Storytime. There’s something for every one of every age at the library. Visit HHPL’s online calendar for locations, dates and times.

New Collections for Everyone
Take a look at our new releases and what’s coming soon. You’ll find something for any one of any age. Whether it’s books, movies, audiobooks, or video games, we’ve got you covered. Be sure to check out our new Young Adult (YA) Collection online or in branch. This collection is designed to help connect our Teen Collection with our Adult Fiction Collection. These books contain characters who are nearing college age or are just embarking on their adult lives. These books cover topics that older teens and young adults may find interesting.

Short Story Dispenser
Stay tuned for something special from your library! We will be unveiling a new Short Story Dispenser in the Georgetown Branch. The Dispenser is a kiosk delivering stories to the public, while breathing new life into the art of storytelling. It provides a creative and innovative way to boost reading for fun. The Dispenser connects readers across countries and cultures by publishing contemporary short stories, poetry, and comics, free of charge, at the push of a button. More to come about this unique and inspiring storytelling resource!

Create Together: 3D Printer Community Art Project
There’s a place for everyone at the library! Drop in throughout Culture Days to design and print your own puzzle piece on the 3D printer. Connect your puzzle piece to others on our puzzle board and help build our first 3D printed community art project. Drop in to get started!
September 22 - October 15 at the Acton and Georgetown Branches

TIFF OnScreen at the JET: Little Richard
Little Richard: I Am Everything tells the story of Richard Penniman, better known to the public as Little Richard. Combining archival and performance footage with interviews of Paul McCartney, Tom Jones, Mick Jagger, Billy Porter and more, this documentary helps to capture and reflect on the influence and legacy of Little Richard’s storied career while also examining his complex beliefs and personal life. This film helps to shine a light on the Black and 2SLGBTQIA+ origins of rock ‘n’ roll. Tickets are available through the John Elliott Theatre Box Office. TIFF OnScreen at the John Elliott Theatre gratefully acknowledges our partnership with Film Circuit, presented by TIFF, and its sponsors and supporters. For more information about Film Circuit and to view a full list of their sponsors and supporters, please visit the Film Circuit website.

Community Partner Programs
Check out our community partner programs and find the right match for your needs. Are you a newcomer to Halton Hills and need help settling in the community? Do you have legal questions or need help with housing? Are you interested in learning how to take your small business to the next level or looking for resume help? We are here to help, so visit HHPL’s online calendar and connect with programs in your community.

Learn more and discover all that your local library has to offer during Ontario Public Library Week when you visit the Halton Hills Public Library website. Come celebrate with us!