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Request for Quotations: Library Garden Improvements Phase Two
The library is planning to undertake improvements to the library’s outdoor space, including installation of new walkways, benches, trees, shrubs and gardens. Please see design package for the full project scope (Drawings L1, L2, Plant List and Plant Photos). Please...
A Christmas Carol with David Bird
Join us Thursday, December 15th for a fireplace side performance of the Holiday classic "A Christmas Carol" with actor David Bird. Bring the whole family and enjoy the classic story in a cozy environment. This special event will run from 6-7:30pm. Drop in, no...
Colleen Gray Artist Talk
Join us Thursday, November 17th from 6-7 pm, for an art talk with Colleen Gray. Colleen is a local Contemporary Indigenous artist who works to capture the past and the mystery of Indigenous spirituality in her art. Come out to a fascinating hour as Colleen highlights...
Library After Dark with Suzie Ungerleider
Library After Dark returns to the Perth & District Library on Saturday, November 5 with a night of music with acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Suzie Ungerleider. Library After Dark is a special fundraising concert series held at the Perth & District...
Julie Hansen Appointed Library Interim CEO
The Perth & District Library is pleased to announce that Julie Hansen will again serve as Interim CEO from September 2022 to August 2023 while CEO Erika Heesen is on parental leave. Hansen has worked at the Library in a variety of roles since 2011, including...
TD Summer Reading Club
TD Summer Reading Club is Canada’s biggest, bilingual summer reading program for kids of all ages, all interests, and all abilities. This free program is co-created and delivered by more than 2,000 public libraries across Canada. It celebrates Canadian authors,...
Perth & District Library launches Culture & Diversity Word Walk
The Perth & District Library, in partnership with the Local Immigration Partnership, Town of Perth, and Tay Valley Township, has launched a Culture & Diversity Word Walk as part of Culture Connect. The first annual Culture Connect, happening throughout June,...
Call for artists!
The Perth & District Library is seeking local artists to participate in a group exhibition titled Pictures of Perth. The theme of this visual art exhibition is depictions of Perth and the surrounding area. The exhibition will be on display at the library, in the...
Library After Dark returns May 28 with Jim Bryson!
Library After Dark returns to the Perth & District Library on Saturday May 28 with a night of music with acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Jim Bryson. Library After Dark is a special fundraising concert series held at the Perth & District Library, and...
Mugs sold out! More available May 2.
UPDATE: The library sold out of mugs on April 1, the first day that they were available. More will be available on May 2. Starting April 1, the Perth & District Library will be selling beautiful handmade mugs that feature a book and eyeglass decoration. Handmade...
Request for Proposal: Library Building Condition Assessment
The library is planning to undertake a building condition assessment in order to assess current and future needs for the library building. The selected contractor will undertake an assessment of the library building and provide a condition assessment report that...
Library launches new agility plan
The Perth & District Union Public Library has served the Town of Perth and the Townships of Drummond/North Elmsley and Tay Valley for more than 150 years. The library’s role in the community has evolved over time and continues to do so. This agility plan sets out...
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