All programs change regularly & fill up quickly. Check back often!
For Children & Teens
Starting June 8th, Thursdays @10:30 am at the Almonte branch. For infants up to 12 months with their parent/caregiver/grandparent. Expect a fast paced 1/2 hour of tummy tickles, songs and bouncy rhymes!
Lap-time Toddler Storytime at Almonte branch is Fridays @10:30am. A fast-paced half hour of interactive, favourite stories, rhymes and songs. For children aged 1-4 years accompanied by their adult. Older and younger siblings are welcome. No registration required.
Storytime at Pakenham branch is 4th Wednesday of every month @10:45am. For children aged 1 – 4 years and their adult. Older and younger siblings are welcome. No registration required. The branch will open specifically for story time.
Learn to 3D print for all ages & all levels (if really young, accompanied by an adult)
3D Printing One on One – Saturdays, Almonte Branch. FREE
Are you a beginner and want to know how it works? Are you already a pro and want to ask a technical question? Are a few people in your family interested ? Cole can help! Register for a 60-minute appointment. Projects are printed during the week.
When all the appointments are filled, the library is keeping a waiting list. Contact Berta: babaroa@mississippimills.ca or call the Almonte branch front desk at 613-256-1037.
The library’s Youtube channel has videos about choosing, using & maintaining a 3D printer, and click here for a few further resources.
Semi-regular meeting at Almonte BranchEvery 4th Wednesday of the month at 4pm, Almonte Branch. Register here https://www.jotform.com/build/230085194343251
The last meeting before we resume in Fall 2023 is Wednesday, June 28 at 4pm.
Do you like to write? Come and find similar people at the library! Bring your own notebook or computer. Feel free to continue working on something you have in progress or use the monthly writing prompt. Cookies, support and peer reviews provided. All types of writers are welcome!
The TAG group will resume meeting in the Fall 2023. See you then!
Looking for volunteer hours? Your library is looking for you!
The group meets the second Wednesday of each month at 4pm, Almonte branch
Required age: 12+
Tweens and teens help promote the library’s space and collections, write book reviews and brainstorm ideas for future programs and events. Volunteering can be done as part of the TAG group or individually.
Interested? Contact Berta at babaroa@mississippimills.ca or call 613-256-1037 for more information.
For Adults
Author talk – David Johnston
Sunday, May 28 at 1pm, at Almonte Old Town Hall
FREE EVENT – THIS EVENT IS FULL
A Conversation with David Johnston, Canada’s 28th Governor General, author and statesman, in celebration of his most personal book to date, Empathy: Turning Compassion into Action. Hosted by Mill Street Books and Friends of Mississippi Mills Public Library. Books for sale and refreshments served.
Author Talk: Keith Seifert. The Hidden Kingdom of Fungi
Tuesday, May 30th at 6:30pm, Almonte Branch
FREE EVENT – THIS EVENT IS FULL
Keith Seifert is one of the world’s leading experts on fungi having spent over forty years studying them on five continents, both as a research academic and as the top scientist on the subject for Agriculture Canada. He is the past president of the International Mycological Association and an executive editor of Mycologia. In his book, he helps us understand the importance of fungi in our forests, homes and bodies, and why understanding fungi is key to a better future for all of us. Keith will also present observation tips for a fungal spring, with a focus on our local area and the Mill of Kintail.
Hosted by Mill Street Books and Mississippi Mills Public Library. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Almonte branch monthly film screening: Every fourth Wednesday at 1pm.
June 28 is The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
More info to come soon! June’s will be the last film screening until Fall 2023.
No registration is required, but room capacity is 30.
The Friends of the Mississippi Mills Public Library (FMMPL) are hosting The Solstice Concert Series — a fundraiser for MMPL, the performance series takes place in the main room of the Almonte Branch (and weather permitting, outside!). The series is a variety pack of four shows, suitable for all tastes and offering single servings of jazz, folk, chamber, and a kids show. They take place around the summer and winter solstice dates (mid-December and mid-June) as well as the spring and autumnal equinoxes (mid-March and mid-September).
The Summer Solstice Concert on June 18th is TRiPOD is in the garden behind the Almonte branch library. Tickets can already be purchased here: https://fomml.ticketsplease.ca/product/tripod/
Other concerts to be announced soon.
Please note: The Spring concert with Jen Noxon and The Brindled Cats (Brendan Gawn on acoustic bass and Rob McMurray on guitar) had to be postponed until September 24 at 2:30pm, Almonte branch. All questions can be directed to friends@missmillslibrary.com
Learn to 3D print for all ages & all levels
3D Printing One on One – Saturdays, Almonte Branch. FREE
Are you a beginner and want to know how it works? Are you already a pro and want to ask a technical question? Are a few people in your family interested ? Cole can help! Register for a 60-minute appointment. Projects are printed during the week.
When all the appointments are filled, the library is keeping a waiting list. Contact Berta: babaroa@mississippimills.ca or call the Almonte branch front desk at 613-256-1037.
Alternatively, have you attended a 3D print workshop at the library in the past, but are not yet confident doing it all by yourself? We can help! Grant Montag is the library’s volunteer 3D print Ambassador. Grant can help new enthusiasts become confident using the printer. He is at Almonte branch every (most) Tuesdays from 12:30 until 2pm. Drop by!
The library’s Youtube channel has videos about choosing, using & maintaining a 3D printer, and click here for a few further resources.
Learning Again in Almonte at the Almonte branch library
Learning Again in Almonte COURSES for Fall 2023 will be announced soon.
Visit the website for details, to register & to pay the registration fee for courses: https://www.learningagainalmonte.ca/upcoming-courses
Learning Again in Almonte LECTURES – more coming soon – https://www.learningagainalmonte.ca/general-6
Please note registration is required & admission is by donation for the Lectures. Thank you!
(Learning Again in Almonte is a partner of Mississippi Mills Public Library. MMPL staff do not administer these programs.)
North Lanark Home Hospice Coordinator of Visiting Volunteers visitsMMPL SPANISH CONVERSATION GROUP
Almonte branch – meets every second Tuesday from 4-5pm.
This is a casual Spanish conversation group and not a Spanish class. Some knowledge of Spanish is required to participate.
Participants can bring questions about grammar and spoken Spanish but grammar lessons won’t be offered, as you can study grammar on your own. Grammar resource sites:
- Study Spanish at https://studyspanish.com/ is free, comprehensive and has very good explanations, tests and quizzes.
- Duolingo at https://www.duolingo.com/ is free, interactive and very popular.
For more information, please email Berta at babaroa@mississippimills.ca
This club will resume in the fall of 2023 – stay tuned!
A casual French conversation club (not a French class) meets at Almonte branch.
Intermediate knowledge of French is required to participate. To be put on a waiting list and/or be notified, please email Jill.
A couple of online / at home learning-French resources:
- Duolingo at www.duolingo.com is free, interactive and very popular
- 7 French podcasts to help you learn French at www.babbel.com/en/magazine/french-podcasts-for-every-language-level
Travelogue Spring Series 2022-2023 has now ended.
All travelogues begin at 7pm, Almonte branch library.
The library will announce its 2023 fall series in the late summer. Stay tuned!
Access seeds, grow, donate seeds to the library! Seeds at both branches.
The Library is currently accepting seeds: more info. here.
Quick facts
- The Seed Library is a community resource, open to everyone.
- You can access the Seed Library in both Pakenham and Almonte branches.
- Seeds are available while supplies last (usually March-June each year). We cannot guarantee stock or supply.
Find information about how the Seed Library works and how to save seeds here: https://www.missmillslibrary.com/seed-library/
The Almonte branch book club meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at 2pm. This book club is FULL, but you can be put on a waiting list.
The Pakenham branch book club meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at 7pm.
Many book clubs in Mississippi Mills are managed by book club members themselves, but borrow book sets from MMPL.
If your book club is looking for resources, contact the library to discuss possibilities. The library has 28 sets of books (browse titles here) – perfect for clubs. Contact Monica to discuss reserving a set or to request titles for your club via inter-library loan.
If you are looking to join a club, call your branch, librarians may be able to put you in touch with a club still welcoming new members. If you’d like to start a new club, let the library know – we can perhaps help with promotion to find new members!
Visit the library’s YouTube Channel!
There’s something for everyone to watch & learn.
And, the library’s Facebook Groups serve a variety of interests.
Explore these groups, if you “do” Facebook!
Calendar of events
- June 7, 2023
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Almonte: Bookclub
June 7, 2023 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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Pakenham: Bookclub
June 7, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Find details for the Adult Book Club at this page:
https://www.missmillslibrary.com/almonte-branch-programs
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- June 8, 2023
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Almonte babytime on the lawn - registration req.
June 8, 2023 10:30 am - 11:00 am
For infants up to 12 months with their parent/caregiver/grandparent. Expect a fast paced 1/2 hour of tummy tickles, songs and bouncy rhymes!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Contact Meaghan at mdavies@missmillslibrary.com- June 9, 2023
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Almonte branch story time
June 9, 2023 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- June 13, 2023
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Almonte home hospice coordinator visits
June 13, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Is someone in your life dealing with a life-limiting illness? Do you have questions about hospice care? Would you just love to sit and chat with a knowledgeable person and find out what kind of support is available to you? Would you like to learn more about Advance Care Planning? Well, now you can do this easily.
Drop by to discuss support for a loved one, grief or bereavement support, Advance Care Planning needs or if you simply need someone to talk to about anything concerning hospice care and what supports HHNL can offer. No appointment necessary. There is no commitment. This is part of HHNL’s mandate to be more accessible to those in our community who need support at a difficult time.
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Almonte - Spanish Conversation Group
June 13, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- June 14, 2023
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Library Board - Almonte
June 14, 2023 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Please email Christine at crow@mississippimills.ca if you would like to attend.
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Pakenham - Home Hospice coordinator visits
June 14, 2023 1:45 pm - 3:30 pm
Is someone in your life dealing with a life-limiting illness? Do you have questions about hospice care? Would you just love to sit and chat with a knowledgeable person and find out what kind of support is available to you? Would you like to learn more about Advance Care Planning? Well, now you can do this easily. Drop by to discuss support for a loved one, grief or bereavement support, Advance Care Planning needs or if you simply need someone to talk to about anything concerning hospice care and what supports HHNL can offer. No appointment necessary. There is no commitment. This is part of HHNL’s mandate to be more accessible to those in our community who need support at a difficult time.
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Teen group meets - Almonte branch
June 14, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- June 15, 2023
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Almonte babytime on the lawn - registration req.
June 15, 2023 10:30 am - 11:00 am
For infants up to 12 months with their parent/caregiver/grandparent. Expect a fast paced 1/2 hour of tummy tickles, songs and bouncy rhymes!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Contact Meaghan at mdavies@missmillslibrary.com- June 16, 2023
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Almonte branch story time
June 16, 2023 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- June 18, 2023
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Almonte: Solstice TRiPOD concert - tickets needed
June 18, 2023 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
This is a fundraiser hosted by the Friends of Mississippi Mills Public Library. Tickets here: https://fomml.ticketsplease.ca/product/tripod/
- June 22, 2023
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Almonte babytime on the lawn - registration req.
June 22, 2023 10:30 am - 11:00 am
For infants up to 12 months with their parent/caregiver/grandparent. Expect a fast paced 1/2 hour of tummy tickles, songs and bouncy rhymes!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Contact Meaghan at mdavies@missmillslibrary.com- June 23, 2023
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Almonte branch story time
June 23, 2023 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- June 27, 2023
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Almonte Home Hospice coordinator visits
June 27, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Is someone in your life dealing with a life-limiting illness? Do you have questions about hospice care? Would you just love to sit and chat with a knowledgeable person and find out what kind of support is available to you? Would you like to learn more about Advance Care Planning? Well, now you can do this easily.
Drop by to discuss support for a loved one, grief or bereavement support, Advance Care Planning needs or if you simply need someone to talk to about anything concerning hospice care and what supports HHNL can offer. No appointment necessary. There is no commitment. This is part of HHNL’s mandate to be more accessible to those in our community who need support at a difficult time.
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Almonte - Spanish Conversation Group
June 27, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- June 28, 2023
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Pakenham Storytime
June 28, 2023 10:45 am - 11:15 am
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Almonte - afternoon movie
June 28, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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Almonte - Creative Writing Club grades 6-12 - reg. required
June 28, 2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Register herehttps://www.jotform.com/build/230085194343251
Do you like to write? Come and find similar people at thelibrary!
Bring your own notebook or computer. Feel free tocontinue working on something you have in progress or use the monthly writingprompt.
Cookies, support and peer reviews provided. All types ofwriters are welcome!
- June 29, 2023
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Almonte babytime on the lawn - registration req.
June 29, 2023 10:30 am - 11:00 am
For infants up to 12 months with their parent/caregiver/grandparent. Expect a fast paced 1/2 hour of tummy tickles, songs and bouncy rhymes!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Contact Meaghan at mdavies@missmillslibrary.com- June 30, 2023
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Almonte branch story time
June 30, 2023 10:30 am - 11:00 am
- July 5, 2023
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Almonte: Bookclub
July 5, 2023 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Find details at this page:
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Pakenham: Bookclub
July 5, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Find details for the Adult Book Club at this page:
https://www.missmillslibrary.com/almonte-branch-programs
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