MMPL UPDATES & EVENTS

25 03, 2026

News, Programs & Events!

2026-03-26T15:19:32-04:00March 25th, 2026|

Help Shape the Future of Your Library. The Mississippi Mills Public Library and its Board of Directors are looking for community feedback on everything from collections and programs to spaces and services. Please take a few moments to complete this survey! https://tinyurl.com/2tdhm6ev All Ages Craft this Saturday, March 28! Tired of a winter that just ...

12 03, 2026

News, Programs & Events

2026-03-17T16:44:21-04:00March 12th, 2026|

The library is pleased to announce that Megan Gaiero has filled the role of Manager of Public Services. This position oversees circulation, programming, and public-facing library services at both branches. Megan has worked at the Mississippi Mills Public Library since 2022. Thursday, 26 March @ 6:30pm -  Almonte branch. In Conversation with Vickie Lanthier, author ...

12 03, 2026

March Break Activities!!!

2026-03-19T16:46:45-04:00March 12th, 2026|

2026 March Break Lineup: ALL WEEK Take and Make Surprise Crafts at both branches - UNTIL THEY ARE GONE! MONDAY 16  Drop in Seedy Crafts for all ages. March 16 - Almonte Branch 10:00 –12:00  Celebrate spring and bring the whole family for some crafts and activities with SEEDS. Seed Mosaics, decorate seed packs and ...

10 03, 2026

LIBRARY CLOSED

2026-03-10T16:46:02-04:00March 10th, 2026|

The library will be CLOSED on Wednesday, March 11. Curl up with a good book and stay safe! Freezing Rain Warning Freezing rain is expected to start tonight or overnight and continue through Wednesday evening. Environment Canada has upgraded the special weather statement to an orange freezing rain warning, meaning severe weather is likely and impacts ...

25 02, 2026

News, Programs & Events

2026-02-25T15:58:24-05:00February 25th, 2026|

Let's Get Growing!!! The Seed Library officially opens at both branches Saturday, 28 February. Come and find your favourites or try growing something new. The Seed Library is a community resource, open to everyone, while supplies last. A sincere thank you to all of the volunteers who donated their time, and to all of the ...

11 02, 2026

Programs & News

2026-02-11T10:38:16-05:00February 11th, 2026|

Library Closed - Monday, 16 February 2026 for Family Day MMPL Makerspace staff are excited to invite youth ages 10-18 to our newest FREE Youth Workshop! Join us to create a fun, personalized project. Participants will engrave their own set of small coloured pencils and customize the cute pencil case with a sticker. Two workshop times ...

11 02, 2026

Summer program student employment

2026-02-11T10:23:59-05:00February 11th, 2026|

2026 Summer Student Employment at the Mississippi Mills Public Library (for other summer student positions with the Municipality of Mississippi Mills go to https://www.mississippimills.ca/municipal-hall/jobs/) One (1) position - $19.22 to $20.58 per hour, approximately 35 hours per week for 10-13 weeks. One Summer Program Leader - This position is based at the Almonte and Pakenham ...

28 01, 2026

Programs, News & Events!

2026-01-28T13:04:53-05:00January 28th, 2026|

The Pakenham Makerspace is buzzing this February with opportunities to make something uniquely yours! WORKSHOPS! We have four incredible, customizable projects lined up: High-Tech Valentines: Use our Cricut machines to make cards that look professional. For the Book Lover: Engrave your own clear acrylic bookmarks. Large Slate Coasters: You asked; we listened! One of our ...

14 01, 2026

Programs, News & Events

2026-01-15T15:21:41-05:00January 14th, 2026|

MMPL's list of the Most Borrowed Books of 2025 is here! The #1 Book for each category is as follows: Adult Fiction -  Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall Adult Non-Fiction - At a Loss for Words: Conversation in an Age of Rage by Carol Off Young Adult Fiction - Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne ...

14 01, 2026

MMPL’s Most Borrowed Books of 2025

2026-01-20T11:48:12-05:00January 14th, 2026|

1. Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall 2. The Women by Kristin Hannah 3. The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny 4. The Housemaid by Freida McFadden 5. One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune 6. Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros 7. The Waiting by Michael Connelly 8. The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah 9. The God of ...

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