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📲We're excited to tell you about our new Oshawa Public Library app! Download from the Apple Store* or Google Play* for instant access to books, programs, account management, library news & more! *Requires iOS 16 or Android 9 and up For more info, visit ➡️ oshawalibrary.ca/app

🚗⚠️ McL Branch Visitors: Please note that the City has set up road closures on Nov. 11, 2026. Centre St. will be closed from about 10:25 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can access the Library via Queen St. from either John St. W. or King St. W. For more info ➡️ oshawa.ca/news/posts/road-cl…

Please note that all OPL locations will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026, for the Thanksgiving holiday. 🦃 Our online Library is always open! Access thousands of digital items at ➡️ oshawalibrary.ca

Please note that all Oshawa Public Library locations are closed today, Monday, September 7, for the Labour Day holiday. Our online Library is always open! Access thousands of digital items at ➡️ oshawalibrary.ca

⚠️🛠️ Jess Hann Branch: Temporary Closure Notice Beginning Tues, Sept 8, the Jess Hann Branch will be closed for approximately 5 weeks for renovations. Learn more about the closure here ➡️ oshawalibrary.ca/branch-clos…

Please note that all OPL locations will be closed on Monday, August 3, for the Civic Holiday – McLaughlin Day. Our online Library is always open! Access thousands of digital items at ➡️ oshawalibrary.ca

📖👶🏻Visiting the library with your baby can become a cherished family bonding activity, fostering shared learning experiences. Register your little one for their first library card and receive a free board book! Oshawa residents only, ages 0-35 months. New memberships only.

Please note that all OPL locations will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, for Canada Day. Our online Library is always open! Access thousands of digital items at ➡️ oshawalibrary.ca

Please note that all OPL locations will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, for Canada Day. Our online Library is always open! Access thousands of digital items at ➡️ oshawalibrary.ca

💻System maintenance is scheduled for our website on Sunday, June 14, from 5 AM until approximately 10 AM. Users may experience limited access to the library's website during this period.

We're excited to introduce a new addition to the CloudLibrary app: personalized, AI-powered reading recommendations! Designed to make finding your next great book simpler and more enjoyable by bringing digital readers’ advisory to you! Learn more here:

Don't forget to come today and enjoy sensory-friendly stories and activities at this fun and interactive family program. 📍McLaughlin Branch 📆 Tuesday, June 2 at 4 pm For more info➡️ ow.ly/5PQM50Z5kcH

Expand your knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) through guided learning and play in this fun, hands-on after-school program. Ages 5-9. 📍 Jess Hann Branch 📆 Wednesday, June 3 at 4 pm To register ➡️ ow.ly/rAai50Z5llN

Dive into the fascinating world of genealogy to discover the tools, techniques, and resources you need to trace your ancestry. In partnership with the Durham Region Branch of Ontario Ancestors. 📍McLaughlin Branch 📆 Wednesday, June 3 at 2 pm To sign up ➡️ ow.ly/kjEh50Z5kkp

Unlock your potential as a public speaker! Our Toastmasters program series is designed to equip you with the skills to confidently address any public speaking opportunity. 📍 McLaughlin Branch or Online 📆 Tuesday, June 2 at 12 pm To register ➡️ ow.ly/Mmbt50Z5jWq

Join the Terra Tributa family for The Serendipity Tour, a free event proving that luck is a learnable skill. You’ll discover how to turn chance into opportunity! 📍McLaughlin Branch 📆 Wednesday, June 10 at 2 pm To sign up ➡️ ow.ly/l5mE50Z4lpS

Explore the joy of music through interactive, music-based activities at Family Music and Movement with EarlyON! Learn songs and rhymes using instruments and props. For parents and caregivers with children 0-6. For dates, times and locations, visit ➡️ ow.ly/sZ8Q50VyVpm

Play and learn with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM). Sign up for Monday or Thursday. Allergy Alert. Ages 5-9. 📍John Aker Northview Branch 📆 Mondays or Thursdays For more info ➡️ ow.ly/nsNq50Z2NAa

Give new life to your broken small appliances, electronics, jewelry, clothing, & more. Our skilled volunteers can show you how to make repairs to keep items out of landfill and save you money! 📍Jess Hann Branch 📆May 30 at 1 pm More info ➡️ ow.ly/yc8A50YYVA3

Acompáñanos a disfrutar de cuentos, canciones, y juegos en Español e Inglés. Estas actividades se pueden disfrutar en familia.  Join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays in Spanish and English. 📍McLaughlin Branch 📆May 28 at 6:15 pm More info ➡️ ow.ly/YNBf50Z2kiQ

✍️📖Each month, meet a new author, hear a reading, and converse with the author and other seniors. In partnership with Art Your Service.   May 28 - Dini Petty 📍Online Event 📆May 28 at 2 pm To sign up ➡️  ow.ly/nXxM50Z1Jf1