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Upcoming St. Catharines Public Library Board Meeting

Attend online!

The regular meeting of the St. Catharines Public Library Board is scheduled for Thursday, June 18th, 2026 at 6:00pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend via Microsoft Teams. Links to the agenda and past meeting minutes can be found here.

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The Summer 2026 Program Guide is here!

July, August, September

Plan your summer with the library. Pick up a Summer 2026 Program Guide at your local library branch or download the digital version now!
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Try fishing this season

with our Youth Fishing Kits

Complete with a rod, net, bucket, and tackle box, we've got everything you need to try a new hobby!
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FIFA World Cup Watch Events

Watch Canada in the World Cup at the library!

Drop by a SCPL branch to celebrate the beautiful game and watch our live stream of Team Canada’s scheduled matches. No registration required.
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Book a Meeting Room

Connect and collaborate at SCPL

Host your upcoming meeting or event in one of SCPL's spaces. Select from a variety of rooms and set-ups to create the perfect venue.

Teen Book Bundles

Handpicked just for you!

Hey teens! Get a selection of handpicked books from our YA collection just for you with our Book Bundles service. Let us know your reading preferences and we'll craft a personalized reading experience tailored to your tastes!

Try an AWE Literacy Station

AWE Stations make learning fun!

AWE Literacy Stations offer educational games and early literacy programs for kids! Plan your visit to the Central Library, Dr. Huq Family Library Branch, or Merritt Branch to explore an AWE Literacy Station today!
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Born to Read Onesies!

Buy yours today

Raise a reader with the Born to Read onesie. Available in size 12M, these onesies feature overlap shoulders and snaps at the legs for easy changes. 

Explore Your Library

 

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Catalogue
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My Account

Library Card and Membership

Library of Things
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Digital Library
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Meeting and Study Room Rental

OneRead, OneSTC: Terry Fallis & The Marionette

St. Catharines Public Library and The City of St. Catharines present OneRead, OneSTC with Terry Fallis and his latest novel, The Marionette. Read the OneRead, OneSTC book selection and join us in conversation with Terry Fallis on Thursday, June 11 at 6:30pm at the Lockview Lounge,  St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre!

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