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Summer Program Assistants
The Hanover Public Library is looking to hire two Summer Program Assistants who will help engage our kids in educational programming, challenges and contests. These student assistants will also work with staff on local festivals, events, and workshops highlighting literacy, arts, and First Nations heritage and culture.
Working hours for the Program Assistant will be primarily week days between 9 and 3 however, shifts may include the occasional evening or weekend. Pay Rate – $19.37/hour.
How to be and Organ Donor
Join us Thursday, April 17th at 1pm for an important and informative session on how to become a real life superhero! This presentation will cover the life-saving impact of organ donation, how to register, and answer any questions you may have. It’s a chance to learn about this selfless act, how it can make a difference in someone’s life and what you need to know to make an informed medical decision. Register at the Library today.
Smart Money Moves
Join us on May 6 at 4:30pm to learn more about money and how it works! The Meridian Credit Union team will be coming to the library to talk to kids in grades 3 to 6 about how to make their money count! More information about this event is coming in the future!
Library Closed
The library will be closed April 18th and 21st, but will be open April 19th.
Looking for volunteers
Are you passionate about your community, love the world of books and have a few hours a month to spend with us? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our Year-Round Volunteer Committee! Help us raise funds and support the library through engaging events, creative campaigns, and community outreach. Whether you have a knack for event planning, marketing, or simply want to lend a helping hand, we have a role for you!
- Make a difference in your community
- Develop new skills and gain experience
- Enjoy fun events and meet like-minded individuals
- Receive recognition for your contributions
Ready to turn your passion into action? Reach out to Carolyn, Alex or Toni at the library 519-364-1420. Together, let’s keep the love of reading and information alive!
New Digital Learning Resources at Your Library for 2025
New E-Resources
Our library has expanded its online resources to provide enhanced digital learning opportunities for community members of all ages.
HelpNow
A comprehensive online learning platform offering:
- One-on-one tutoring
- Homework assistance
- Instructional videos covering: Life skills, Information literacy, Computer skills, and more!
LOTE4Kids
An innovative language learning tool that reads storybooks to children and provides multiple language experiences.
Explore Our Digital Offerings
Want to discover these exciting e-resources? Visit our library website’s e-resources section to explore the full range of digital learning tools available to you or set up a Tech appointment and we can show you how!
Did you know you can help support the library’s expenditures for their e-resources? Through our CanadaHelps page you can donate to the library to help fund these valuable resources. Visit our website to find out how.
Book sale
We are thrilled to announce that our annual book sale donations have started again! We welcome a wide variety of media and reading materials to support our community event.
Accepted Donation Items
- Fiction and non-fiction
- Children’s books, board books, picture books, easy readers, fiction and non-fiction
- Antiquarian and collectible books
- Puzzles and board games with all their pieces
- DVDs, Blu-ray discs, Audio book CDs, Music CDs in original cases
Your generous contributions help support our community’s literacy and entertainment resources and provide needed donations for the library to continue maintaining our wonderful services. Thank you for helping make our book sale a success!
New Large Print Floating Collection
A new collection of large printed titles is at the library. These titles will be with us for a limited time as we have them on loan from Ontario Library Service! Titles include The Good Part by Sophie Cousens and Half a Pig by Matthew Mayo!
Stitch and Sip
Join us for a special welcome back event at our Drop in Crochet and Knitting Group. Now Located in the Saugeen room, come socialize and do your fiber arts the Second Saturday of each month at 1pm. This month we will have door prizes for those who attend! All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own supplies. We will have a limited amount of supplies available for those wishing to learn as well as someone who can instruct. Refreshments provided.
Bouncing Babies
Bouncing babies is a story time with songs for little ones 0 to 36 months. Join Laura-lee in the Children’s area Friday mornings at 11am.
