Seed library opens Friday, 21 February, both branches
Call for speakers: Have any ingenious gardening tips or experiences to share? We are looking for someone to host a talk. Contact Melanie: mbrunton@missmillslibrary.com And, the library is always accepting seed donations. Details: https://www.missmillslibrary.com/seed-library/


February’s Travelogue had to be postponed due to the storm. The NEW DATE for the travelogue is TUESDAY, 25 February – same time & place: 7pm, Almonte branch.


Makerspace Workshops open to all residents! Spots on the Fridays at 1pm are still available! Finish up your week being creative, in lovely Pakenham! Registration required: https://form.jotform.com/250366640273253 Below are examples of workshop results.


Friday, 21 Feb at 1pm – Safe Digital Communications – ONLINE ZOOM workshop – attend at home or at either branch, where the ZOOM workshop is all set up for you

Learn how to connect your device to the Internet at home or in a public place safely, all while understanding how to identify whether websites you are accessing are secure. Even learn how to create your own hotspot to access the internet safely when wifi is not available. More info and how to join zoom (and the link), if you join from home, here: https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/technology-workshops-for-older-adults-connected-canadians/

ZOOM workshops are 1 hour with up to another hour for questions. JUST DROP IN either branch – no registration necessary.


What’s the personal story behind how you’re voting in the next federal election? What’s the one issue that matters most to you and why? Libraries are helping spread the word about this opportunity to make your voice heard: CBC’s First Person wants your story in your own words – not to convince others to vote the way you do, but to let others know the story behind your choice. This is a paid writing opportunity! Good luck! Details at www.cbc.ca/FirstPersonCallout