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Staff blogs
Staff at the Bracebridge Library will tell you which items are the most checked-out, or what is at the top of their reading list, or just write about how thankful they are that the library has such incredible patrons!
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!
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
2023 Top Checked-Out Items
Now that 2023 has come and gone, we are wrapping up our top checked-out items of the year! From our top new items to your favourite picture books, here are the items that Muskoka loved the most. Join us as we look back; who knows, you might find your next read for 2024!
Wonderful Winter Holiday Books and Movies for Kids
Cozy up with a holiday book or movie from the Bracebridge Library during the chilly
winter months. Check out a beloved classic, or ring in the season with a new favourite – best served with hot cocoa and cuddles.
Local History Collection Highlights: Remembrance Day
Canadians recognize Remembrance Day every November 11. It emphasizes the memory of fallen soldiers and those who continue to fight. The following books are part of the Library’s local history collection and gives a glimpse into the lives of local families.
Fantastic Fantasy Reads
From wizards to dragons, the best fantasy books often deal with the struggles found in real life and provide ways to overcome them. We hope you enjoy discovering the different worlds in these seven fantasy books.