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Look up and celebrate International Dark Sky Week
Monday, April 21 marks the beginning of International Dark Sky Week, which is dedicated to celebrating the night. Dark skies and natural light harbour a world of wonders: star-strewn skies, migrating birds, fireflies finding each other, and so much more!
Staff take on new roles at the Bracebridge Library
Familiar faces at the Bracebridge Library have new positions as of Monday, April 7. Crystal Ilczyna (left) and Hannah Strand (right) will continue with the Bracebridge Library, but in new roles. The Bracebridge Library has made…
Bracebridge Library wants you to ‘Say Yes to Your Dress’ … or suit
“Say Yes to Your Dress” provides young people with new or gently used formal wear. The Bracebridge Library is now accepting donations for its “Say Yes to Your Dress” program. Donations must be new or gently…
Celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility with these books
For Transgender Day of Visibility, the Bracebridge Library celebrates the work of authors whose gender identities fall under the trans umbrella.
Contribute to the Bracebridge Library’s Sketchbook Collection
The collection is inspired by the Brooklyn Art Library’s Sketchbook Project. It was a collective art project that ran from 2009 until 2023, housing 50,000 sketchbooks by creators from around the globe. If you have a…
Edible Book Festival returning to Bracebridge Library
Combine your baking skills with your creativity and create a tasty treat in the style of your favourite book. The Edible Book Festival is returning to the Bracebridge Library to celebrate April Fools’ Day. In the…
Register now for free income tax clinics
The Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinic is a program offered by the District of Muskoka. It provides free tax preparation services for individuals and families. The Bracebridge Library is one of nine locations that will be…
Celebrate Black History Month with these books
There are plenty of books available to borrow from the Bracebridge Library that tell the story of significant moments in Black history and outline the lives of Black people who have helped shape the world we live in today.
Library mourns passing of ‘remarkable individual’
Evelyn Brown, a long-time member of the Bracebridge Library Board, has passed away. It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Evelyn Brown, a cherished member of our library board and a truly…
Reflecting on an extraordinary year at the Bracebridge Library
Thank you for an extraordinary year. Here’s to the next chapter! As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on what has been a truly unforgettable year for the Bracebridge Library. This was a year of…
Bracebridge Library unexpected closure update
An update from Bracebridge Library CEO & Chief Librarian Crystal Bergstrome. Like many of you, the Bracebridge Library has been navigating the challenges that came with the recent significant weather event, and we want to update…
Area seniors have holiday wishes fulfilled thanks to Bracebridge Library patrons
The 4th annual Santa for Seniors saw over 200 patrons purchase gifts for seniors throughout Muskoka. Between Dec. 2 and 16, a near-constant flow of patrons visited the Coulson Family Bracebridge Library to collect a wish…
Helpers needed for Bracebridge Library’s annual Santa for Seniors program
With the holiday season upon us, the Bracebridge Library is launching its annual program to spread Christmas cheer to some seniors in the area. The Bracebridge Library wants to bring together those who may not have…
Members needed for Bracebridge Library’s Youth Advisory Committee
High Schoolers can gain volunteer hours by helping shape the services and programs offered by the library. The Bracebridge Library’s new location at 34 Salmon Avenue gives it almost triple the space it had at its…
Christmas trees needed to transform Bracebridge Library into winter spectacle
If you have an artificial tree you no longer need, consider donating it to the Coulson Family Bracebridge Library to help us prepare for the holiday season. The Coulson Family Bracebridge Library is preparing to kick…
Bracebridge Library begins new era inside Muskoka Lumber Community Centre
Just over three months after leaving its long-time home on Manitoba St., the Coulson Family Bracebridge Library inside the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre is ready to be unveiled. With 23,000 sq. ft. to play with –…
Bracebridge Library gets Prepared for the big move and temporary closure
The Bracebridge Library officially announces its last day of operations at the Carnegie Library as Saturday, July 6, 2024, and an event to celebrate all of the years spent at the historic main street building.
Bracebridge Library Officially Announces its Last Day at the Carnegie Library
The Bracebridge Library officially announces its last day of operations at the Carnegie Library as Saturday, July 6, 2024, and an event to celebrate all of the years spent at the historic main street building.