News & Reviews

Stories, tips, book reviews, and more! On BPL News & Reviews you'll find thoughtful reading recommendations from our librarians, tips to make the most out of library resources, and updates on the exciting stuff happening at all of our branches.

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It's officially Spring! And no matter what weather is in store over the next few weeks, nothing can dampen the excitement that this season brings. When trees start to bud and plants poke up...

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We’re putting a fresh new face on an old favourite with BPL Book Club! Our new adult book club is all about meeting people and forging friendships over your shared love of reading. Since the...

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April is National Poetry Month and Burlington Public Library (BPL) is celebrating with its second annual Burlington Lyrics & Poetry Festival....

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For over a century, Canadians and millions around the globe have celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8th to recognize women’s achievements and ongoing actions to achieve gender...

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We offer much more than books and DVDs to borrow and take home! A lot has changed over the past ten years—particularly with smart technology—and we've been continuously building our tech...

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Drumroll please.....we are thrilled to announce the results of our annual bookmark contest! After tallying up the 1000+ votes cast online, the 2023 winners are:

  • Rori C. (5...
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When you apply to become a Canadian citizen or permanent resident or to migrate here as a foreign worker or student, the Government of Canada needs to know that you can speak, read, write, and...

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We're excited to share with Burlington readers that starting today, March 1, you can access over 360,000 digital titles through OverDrive and its app, Libby.

Back in 2020, during our first...

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With Spring just around the corner, the wedding season will soon be in full bloom. If you are getting married this year, you can add your own flair to the décor using the professional-grade...

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Sensory kits are not just for home or school anymore! Burlington Public Library is responding to the special needs of our...

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As a professional librarian, if I had a dollar for every time someone said, "Wow, it must be nice to have such a quiet and peaceful job," I'd be rich. Librarianship and libraries are often...

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Thousands of books are challenged around the world every year for political, legal, religious, or moral reasons. And sometimes, they are removed from schools or libraries because a group of people...

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Celebrate Family Day by exploring, sharing, and preserving your family stories for future generations to come. If you would like to research your family history, BPL has several resources to help...

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Want to make the most of your Burlington Public Library membership? Check out our RESOURCES page. We have made some upgrades to this section of our...

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Burlington Public Library (BPL) has added seventeen new automatic door openers at its branches thanks to a generous federal grant from the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF). The completion of the...