Check out what's happening at BPL this December!
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What's Happening @ BPL: December 2024

[First Name], check out what's happening at the library this month!

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Library of Things Collection Expanding Thanks to Generous Donation from TD
We are thrilled to announce that TD recently provided a generous donation to expand our Library of Things collection! 
 
Thanks to TD's donation, we will be adding new items to the collection in the new year: 25 tablets pre-loaded with Digital Library apps, decodable read-along books for early learners, as well as kits for families to discover nature and have adventures outdoors.
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Graphic displaying December and January holiday hours: Monday Dec. 23 OPEN; Tuesday Dec. 24 CLOSING at 1pm; Wednesday Dec. 25 CLOSED; Thursday Dec. 26 CLOSED; Friday Dec. 27-Monday Dec. 30 OPEN; Tuesday Dec. 31 CLOSING at 1pm; Wednesday Jan. 1 CLOSED; Thursday Jan. 2 OPEN.

Friendly reminder of our holiday hours in December and January.

Graphic displaying new Library of Things items on a green background: Button Maker Kits, Discman Kits, and Digitization Kits.

New to Borrow: Button Makers, Digitizers and Discmans!
Did you hear? Our Library of Things collection has expanded this December. We've got three new items available to borrow:
Borrow Today

Promotional graphic for the Local Author Book Market. Stack of books on teal background with text: Local Author Book Market Saturday, December 7, 10am - 4pm; Painswick Library (48 Dean Ave.)

Shop and Support Local Authors at BPL's Local Author Book Market
If you're reading this, it probably means that you love books and the authors who write them! Support over 40 local authors this year by dropping by for our Local Author Book Market, happening Saturday, December 7 from 10 am to 4 pm at our Painswick location (48 Dean Avenue). 
 
Connect with local authors, hear their book talks on our main stage, and buy their latest titles - just in time for the holiday gift-giving season!
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Graphic of book covers with navy band ovetop reading: Top 10 most borrowed items of 2024.

Top 10 Lists of 2024
Every year, we enjoy looking back and seeing what the most borrowed materials were in our library. We've compiled our top 10 most borrowed lists of 2024 for you to enjoy. Check out these lists to see if you read any of the library's most popular items of the year. 
Browse the Lists

Graphic of five book covers: Deadbeat by Adam Hamdy, The Champagne Letters by Kate MacIntosh, The Close-Up by Pip Drysdale, I Died on a Tuesday by Jane Corry, The Wrong Lady Meets Lord Right by Suzanne Allain.

December New Fiction

We've got the newest fiction reads! Place a hold on one of these titles being published in Decmeber.
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Graphic of three book covers: The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer, The Christmas Countdown by Holly Cassidy, Three Holidays and a Wedding by Uzma Jalaluddin.

Holiday Reads
Curl up with one of these holiday reads, perfect for getting in the spirit of the season.
Browse Now

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Spend the Holiday Season at BPL

We have many exciting programs in store for the holiday season! You'll find fun activities for the entire family at all three of our locations throughout December and January, with special programming during the school break.

 

From singalongs and movie nights to visits from juggling chefs, there is fun to be had by all! 

 

View our interactive Holiday Flyer for all the details. 
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Thank You for Sharing the Library Love!
This fall, we ran our Share the Library Love contest where we asked you to refer your friends and family to the library for a chance to win! 
 
Congratulations to our five winners who won a Chromebook, Amazon gift card and BPL swag bags. Everyone wins with a library membership! 😊
Image of Share the Library Love winner holding box in the Downtown Library.

Image of blue BPL socks. Button of the socks read: If you can read this bring me my book.

BPL Socks Make the Perfect Stocking Stuffers!
BPL Socks are available for purchase at all BPL locations and they're perfect for keeping your feet warm all winter long. 
 
At the cost of $20 per pair, you can feel good about this purchase. All proceeds from the sales are dedicated to the advancement of BPL programs and services.

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Make Homemade Creations with Creativebug
Give meaningful holiday gifts this year without breaking the bank. Try Creativebug for free craft tutorials at every skill level.
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Thank You BPL Supporters!
If you have already made a donation this year, thank you! If you would like to make a year-end financial gift, this is a friendly reminder that there are only a handful of days left to ensure you receive a 2024 tax receipt.
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We Want To Know!

Last Month's Poll:

How many books do you usually read per month?
Chart display poll question results: 1-2 book(s) 42%, 3-5 books 32%, 6+ books 26%.

This Month:

Do you judge a book by its cover?
Guilty! I love good cover art.
Not really, content matters more.
Sometimes, if it's really unique.

.......
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Join us this month for a huge variety of programs for adults, teens, and kids.
View Our Events Calendar

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Crochet, Crosswords & Conversation
Painswick
Tue., Dec. 3 & Tue., Dec. 17 (7-8pm)

Come chat while you crochet, knit, or enjoy other activities. Some materials may be available, but not always guaranteed.
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Voyage Around the World

Painswick

Tue., Dec. 10
(7-8pm)

Join us for Part 3 of this travel series with Paul Mather and Carla Taylor, as they share their experience on the 'Ultimate World Cruise'. Enjoy travel stories, tips, and photos. 
Register Now
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Christmas Social

Painswick

Wed., Dec. 11 (10:30am-12pm)

Enjoy social time filled with festive cheer, including live holiday music by Barrie's Joybell Ringers and light refreshments.
Learn More

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Visit Information Barrie's Community Directory
Are you looking to help people in our community over the holidays? Visit our Community Directory for a list of agencies accepting donations. Scroll to the search category ‘Donation Programs’. There you will find a list of agencies and charitable organizations that accept monetary donations, food donations, donations of household goods and more.
Learn More

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