Deep River Public Library

10/24/2026

Our volunteers are THE best, and they make a world of difference to our library life.

Just this week we had the Book Processing Team, Morning Shelvers, Gardeners Extraordinaire, Front Desk Support, Chess Club (Coordinator and VolunTeen) for programming, and the Friends of the Library’s Super Crew for our Fall Book Sale bonanza. (There are still a few hours to grab great titles by the way, Saturday, 10 - noon).

We’ve only captured a few here, but we are so very grateful for each person’s contributions.

In 2025, 120+ volunteers provided more than 4,000 hours to library services.

We want to recognize each gift of time, effort, and care this Ontario Public Libraries Week.

That includes you, Gary Festerini, and all of the beautiful tables, benches, and book or poetry boxes you have made and kindly donated to our library!

10/23/2026

WHERE did Wednesday go?? Mid-OPLW, we want to give a big shout out to the local businesses that support our library in so many ways. To name just a few ...

We could not go through winter without Maven Catering's coffee and scones.

Our mission is "to be the community's living room." Is this possible without coffee and tea by the fireplace? Most weeks, about 1,000 people come through the doors to learn, borrow, play, and "be". Maven helps foster connection and enjoyment in our space, Monday to Friday (cash, while supplies last), October to May, and we LOVE it.

Having Saturday Morning in our community has been a game changer. Shared passions, shared programming goals, great benefit, and quick access to amazing titles. Did you know that Writers' Unite, for example, now meets at Saturday Morning under Salina's direction? We are grateful for all of the ways that neighbours can share good stories, right here at home.

And then there's Long Shots. Our Friends of the Library were the delighted recipients of their generous donation from Trivia Night! Those funds will help with special programming and the purchase of new furniture and equipment.

Our heartfelt thanks to every business and organization that contributes to our community space!

10/21/2026

WEEKLY LOCAL HISTORY QUESTION >

What is your favourite aspect about Deep River & Area? Why does this place hold such a special place in your heart? Past or present--your answer to this question can go in any direction you like! Photo: "Gertie & Art Atkins with young Ron & Jean Atkins in the Atkins' homemade "kid carrier" in Deep River in 1945." Photo courtesy of Sanford Atkins, the first baby born in the Deep River Village Hospital. Thanks, Sanford!

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10/21/2026

Accepting donations of seeds for our Seed Library! Do you have vegetable seeds or native wildflower seeds to share with our community? Please drop off your prepared seeds to the Deep River Library's front desk (inside the building).

10/20/2026

On this Tuesday of Ontario Public Libraries Week, we're highlighting just three of the many wonderful community partners who help extend learning at the library through their generous sharing of time and expertise!

Did you know that Francesca from Lanark and Renfrew Immigrant Settlement Services is hosting an ESL Chat Group, every second Tuesday at 5pm in October and November by the fireplace? Stop by to say hello on the 27th.

Lana (Renfrew County District School Board) is here Thursdays from 10:30-2:30pm to teach English language learners until mid-November. Drop ins welcome!

Bolu, , brought fantastic resources to share for Nuclear Sciences Week and in anticipation of the 3D printing workshop that CNL is running on Thursday.

In 2025, our 30+ partners helped deliver 375 programs with more than 6,200 participants. Huge thanks to each for helping make Deep River such an engaged and vibrant place!

10/20/2026

Learn how to 3D print a pumpkin! Thursday at 3:45 (kids, aged 8+) or 6pm (adults). Registration required. Email us at [email protected] or call 613-584-4244.

Help us celebrate Nuclear Science Week AND Ontario Public Libraries week with a 3D printing workshop!

Join us this Thursday at 3:45pm (children/youth) and 6:00pm (adults) to print a pumpkin.

Spaces limited; registration required.

Thanks to Canadian Nuclear Laboratories for supporting fun and innovative learning opportunities in our community!

10/20/2026

Happy Ontario Public Libraries Week!

Celebrate with us by checking out something new! Maybe that's our paper shredder, an Ontario Parks pass, or our light therapy lamp.

The other week Ms. Ungrin borrowed the library's All-terrain Rollator Walker so that the class visit to Shaw Woods was more accessible and enjoyable for all students!

Stop by to ask us about our "Library of Things" and Hub equipment today.

10/19/2026

Help us celebrate Nuclear Science Week AND Ontario Public Libraries week with a 3D printing workshop!

Join us this Thursday at 3:45pm (children/youth) and 6:00pm (adults) to print a pumpkin.

Spaces limited; registration required.

Thanks to Canadian Nuclear Laboratories for supporting fun and innovative learning opportunities in our community!

10/19/2026

Come on out to perform your art and explore the art of those in our community!

Calling all Poets, Storytellers, Musicians and Performers.
All genres & mediums are welcome.
Please show your interest by registering at [email protected] or 613 584-4244. Sign in when you arrive and our Open Mic Night host will call you up when it is your time to perform. Last minute registrations or drop-ins and spectators welcome. Please try to keep performances under 5 minutes.

Coffee, tea, snacks and light refreshments available.