Carleton Place Public Library

Keill and Associates are back in October with their last in the "Serious Money Seminar Series". Join us at the library on Saturday, October 3rd from 10am-noon for "People at Risk". This time, they are looking for people who care for individuals living with disabilities, or cognitive decline and would like to ask questions about the difficulties they might face.

This is a great opportunity for anyone new to the situation themselves, or are trying to plan ahead for a loved one. It's a no-pressure session without sales, where they will provide lots of information and time for questions. It's free and open to anyone, but they will be accepting donations to the Lions Club of Carleton Place.

To register, please call 613-253-8934 or email [email protected] to get on the list as spaces are limited.

Don't miss out on this great session--it's the last one of the year and the perfect way to gain some insight if you or a loved one has questions.

Once again for the month of September, you'll see a memorial display outside the Carleton Place Public Library in the gardens in honour of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

This is the third year we've hosted this display which is always beautiful, heart-breaking and memorable. It was started by the mother of one of our former Teen Book Club members, Shelby D., who passed away from Leukemia a few years ago. This year, you can donate directly to "Shelby's Superheroes" on the Canadian Cancer Society website and help kids go to summer camp in 2027. Follow the QR code to donate now, or use the following link to donate: https://fundraisemyway.cancer.ca/campaigns/Shelbys-Superheroes

The display has local ties--you'll see photos and memories from children all across Canada, including Carleton Place and surrounding communities. You're welcome to add your own gold rock to the garden with their name and a photo in memory of a child dear to you. The display will be up in the gardens from September 1st to 30th.

Thank you to everyone who stops by and takes a few minutes to view the display and to those who are able to donate. Shelby was a bubbly and delightful spirit, an avid reader, and a friend to all.

Please note: if you do add a rock and photo or other items to the garden in memory of a child, please make sure to pick up your items before September 30th when they will be removed by the organizers. Thank you.

September is Library Card Sign Up Month and it's a great time to get a library card!

One small card offers a world of possibilities:

◾ Books that inspire new ideas or just feel like an old friend
◾ Experience passes to Museums, hockey games or mountain tops
◾ Equipment to test your home environment
◾ Apps to help you learn a new language
◾ Bike locks to keep your environmentally-friendly transportation safe when you visit
◾ Accessibility devices to listen to carefully curated audiobooks
◾ Newspapers, magazines and brand new movie releases
◾ So much more...

This month, every new membership* earns the owner an entry for a great prize basket to be drawn at the end September.

Start your adventure today--bring a piece of Photo ID to the library and you're on your way!

*New memberships only. Card renewals do not apply.

We're starting a new program at the Carleton Place Public Library!

Come out to join us for our first Volunteer Crafting Circle! We will be doing fun, hands-on crafty tasks in support of library programming. If you have experience with markers, can be trusted with scissors, or like to sort things, then this program is perfect for you!

Everyone Welcome - No registration required ✨

Join us on Thursday, September 3rd at the Library for our Silver Lining Society — where we welcome retirees before opening hours (9:30 – 10:30 a.m.) for good company, warm drinks, and conversation. ☕✨

Enjoy an easy hour of chatting with fellow retirees in a relaxed and welcoming space. We’ll bring a fun, simple activity to enjoy together each month — something peaceful, creative, and easy to take part in.

Come to connect, laugh, and start your day on a bright note.

🥘🍲 Keep it simple and satisfying with One Pot night—share your favourite recipe made in a single pot, pan, or dish, from hearty stews to skillet meals and baked casseroles. 🍲🥘

✨ Date: Wednesday, September 2nd
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: The Carleton Place Public Library (101 Beckwith St.)
No registration needed, newcomers always welcomed. See you there! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳

This is the last week for our adult summer reading program!

Come to the library before September 1st to get your pins, and to get your last ballots in to win a prize!!

Join us at Waterside Retirement Community THIS THURSDAY August 27th for a smaller version of storytime in a quiet environment that really makes a difference in the lives of the residents.

No registration required - just show up ready to listen to some stories and sing some songs 🎶📖

Check our website for information about parking, and more!