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Hoopla Digital

Read, watch, and listen with your library card

Stream or download movies, music, ebooks, audiobooks, and TV shows on your favourite devices. Access countless items for free on Hoopla Digital with your St. Catharines Public Library card. 

Your next favourite book or TV show is just a click away.

Upcoming St. Catharines Public Library Board Meeting

Attend in person or online!

The regular meeting of the St. Catharines Public Library Board is scheduled for Wednesday, May 15th, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the Mills Room at the Central Library. Members of the public are welcome to attend in person or via Microsoft Teams.
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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. 
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1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Grow a reader!

Inspire a life-long love of reading and learning in the little person in your life through this easy early literacy program!
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Book Bundles

Discover your new favourite book!

Not sure what to read next? Get a selection of handpicked books just for you with our Book Bundles service. Let us know your reading preferences and get ready to enjoy a personalized reading experience!
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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.
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Download the SCPL App

Manage your library account on the go!

Keep the library in your pocket everywhere you go with the SCPL app. Place holds, renew your book, and explore the catalogue in a few clicks to always have the latest books at your fingertips.
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Merritt Relocation Project

The Merritt Branch is on the move in 2025

You may have heard the news: The Merritt Branch is relocating to the Niagara Pen Centre this year. Stay up to date on the relocation project!

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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
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2025 Spring Program Guide

Plan your spring at SCPL with the Spring Program Guide.

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