Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library

10/02/2026

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month!

Everyone deserves to find books they enjoy! Our library has a variety of dyslexia-friendly books for kids and teens, as well as some great non-fiction reads for adults.

Stop by the library and take a look!

10/02/2026

DATE CHANGE
Please not that the afternoon paint has been changed to October 15 at 1pm.

10/01/2026

October is Latin American Heritage Month in Canada!

Celebrate the rich cultures, histories, traditions, and stories of Latin American communities.

Stop by the library and discover books by Latin American Canadian authors.

10/01/2026

THREE FUN CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS START TODAY!

There’s lots happening at the library this October! Stop by and join in on one—or all three—of these fun activities:

DUCK-TOBER DUCK-ORATING CONTEST
Pick up a rubber duck at the front desk, decorate it with a fall or spooky theme, and enter it into our contest for a chance to win a surprise bag!
- Return your decorated duck by October 16
-Ages 4–12
-While supplies last
-Ask for your duck at the front desk!

DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: FIGHT OR FLIGHT
Think you know Greg Heffley? Test your Diary of a Wimpy Kid knowledge with our quiz for a chance to be the first kid on the hold list for the brand-new book!
- Ages 7–12
-Pick up a quiz at the front desk!

TWO-SENTENCE SCARY STORY CONTEST
Can you tell a scary story in just TWO sentences?
Write your creepiest, spookiest or most mysterious two-sentence story for a chance to win a treat bag!
- Ages 4–12
-Ask for a story sheet at the front desk!

🎃 Which one will you try first? Come see us at the library and get started!

And don't forget about our upcoming PD DAY Halloween event on Oct. 16 from
11 a.m.- 1 p.m.

09/30/2026

September 30th is Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 🧡

Today, we remember the children who never returned home and honour Survivors, their families, and communities.
It’s also a day to listen, learn, reflect, and recognize the truth of the experiences of Indigenous Peoples. Reconciliation is an ongoing journey that asks each of us to listen with open hearts, acknowledge the harms of the past and present, and take meaningful steps toward a better future.
Find out more:
https://trw-svr.nctr.ca/

09/29/2026

There is no Story Time this week (October 1) or next week (October 8).
See you at 10am on Thursday, October 15.

09/29/2026

Save the date, rsvp today

09/29/2026

🎲 GAME NIGHT IS TONIGHT! 🎲

Looking for something fun to do with the whole family? Join us tonight at 6 PM for Family Game Night!

Bring the family and challenge each other to some friendly competition with a great selection of board games, plenty of laughs, and FREE snacks! 🍿
No registration required!
Children must attend with a parent or guardian.

09/28/2026

09/27/2026

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