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Ontario Public Library Week

This year in particular, libraries across the province responded to the changing needs of our patrons, increasing our digital offerings and seeking new ways of connecting to our communities.

Your library card gives you a million possibilities - read, listen, watch, learn, and explore.

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OPEN Hours & Covid-19 Service Updates

Six branches are open every day with limited services. Hours and more info here.

BPL Virtual Programs

Attend a puppet show, engage in a lively discussion about new books, learn a new skill.

Public Computers

Book a computer at our open locations: 45-minute sessions by appointment only.

Explore | Community

Together We Read | Oct 19 - Nov 1

Digital book club with Coming Up for Air by Sarah Leipciger, no waitlists and no holds.

ONE PAGE | Oct 29

Canada's virtual literary series of contemporary book culture presenting Tommy Orange.

What's Happening Online

Virtual readings, literary and art festivals, free online trainings and more.

Blog | Literary

Azadi by Arundhati Roy

The author tackles Kashmir, Hindu nationalism and the dangers of being outspoken.

The Silence

DeLillo’s take on the apocalypse spare yet total, antic yet tragic, bleak and beautiful.

The Social Network

10 years later, author Ben Mezrich on the book behind the movie.

Resources | see all

Personalized eLearning | Brainfuse

Access live tutors, practice tests, writing assistance, and skills building and more.

eBooks | Overdrive

Borrow from a large collection of eBooks and audiobooks.

eBooks & audiobooks | Tumble Book Library

Interactive database for children with graphics and sound in English, French, and Spanish!

Online resources are available 24/7. Apply online for your library card NOW for instant access to BPL online.

Explore | Staff Picks

Singable Stories

#TeenTober 2020

13 Spooky & Scary Tales for Teens

Celebrating Women's History Month

Name That (Book Title) Tune!