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Meet the Author: Robyn Doolittle

Burlington Reads special event:

Investigative reporter and bestselling author, Robyn Doolittle has earned a reputation as a hard-hitting news-breaking journalist.  In her latest novel Had it Coming, she gives voice to survivors of sexual assault and their experiences in the justice system and examines rape culture on university campuses, in workplaces and in Hollywood.

Location: Royal Botanical Gardens | Sep 30 | 7-8.30pm

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Help your child with developing critical literary skills before they reach school.

Sunday Open Hours

All branches are open on Sundays, 1pm-5pm, except Kilbride.

Nature Tales | Sep 22

A nature-themed branch of the Telling Tales Festival at Royal Botanical Gardens.

Creative Fall Photography | Sep 24

Paul Sparrow of Burlington PhotoWorkshops shares tips on getting the best photos of fall.

Culture Days | Sep 27-29

A nationwide weekend to celebrate the diverse arts and cultural life of our community.

Doors Open | Sep 28

Get a backstage pass to tour behind the scenes here at the Central Branch.

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Canadian novelist and conservationist was partner of Margaret Atwood.

US sues for Snowden's income from book

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“We Are the Weather”

Author Johnathan Safran Foer: Saving the planet means changing how we eat.

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