05/31/2026
What's on at STPL this week:
Monday, June 1
➡️ English Conversation Circle (Ages 18+) @ 10 a.m. *Registration required
Tuesday, June 2
➡️ Storytime (Ages 1+) @ 10:30 a.m.
➡️ Relatively Speaking (Ages 18+) @ 2 p.m.
Wednesday, June 3
CLOSED for Staff Training
Thursday, June 4
➡️ Tech Talk (Ages 55+) @ 2:30 p.m.
➡️ English Conversation Circle (Ages 18+) @ 5 p.m. *Registration required
Friday, June 5
➡️ Baby Storytime (Ages 0+) @ 10:30 a.m.
➡️ Maker Lab: Choose Your Own Adventure (All Ages) *Registration required
Saturday, June 6
➡️ Storytime (Ages 1+) @ 10:30 a.m.
➡️ Once Upon A Craft (Ages 4+) @ 2 p.m.
See the full events calendar here: https://stthomaspubliclibrary.ca/events-calendar
05/30/2026
Ready to create something amazing?
Gather your friends, plan a unique date night, or come solo and learn how to use the awesome tools in our Maker Lab!
When you register, you get to choose your own creative adventure:
- Vinyl printing & cutting (stickers, labels, apparel)
- Laser engraving (wood, acrylic, glass, and paper)
- 3D printing (design in Tinkercad and we'll print it for you!)
Upcoming June Timeslots:
- Friday, June 5 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- Thursday, June 11 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Saturday, June 27 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Find a timeslot that works for you and register! (Note: At least one person in your group must be 18+)
🔗 https://stthomaspubliclibrary.ca/events-calendar/2026/june/maker-lab-choose-your-own-adventure?id=1780682400-219717
05/29/2026
⚠️ Heads up! The Maker Lab will be closing a little early today (Friday, May 29) at 5 p.m. Thanks for your understanding!
05/29/2026
Another Staff Pick for you! Here's Amelia with her latest pick, Honeysuckle by Bar Fridman-Tell:
"The cover of this book pulled me in, and I was not disappointed! This book is an atmospheric fairy tale that gets darker and darker as it goes along. It's loosely based on the Welsh Myth of the Blodeuwedd, a woman made of flowers. A lonely child's sister makes him a Flower Girl, and they grow up together, but of course that gets complicated in early adulthood. At the heart of the story is the theme of autonomy, and what that looks like in an unbalanced power relationship. Beautifully written and haunting!"
Sound interesting? Place a hold here: https://stthomas.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S208C110413
05/28/2026
Meetup Spotlight!💡
Meet the Memories in Wool Rug Hooking Club, aka the Happy Hookers! This wonderful group gathers at the library every Tuesday morning to work on their traditional rug hooking projects, share stories, swap tips, and enjoy each other’s company.
We love seeing the library used as a place for people to connect over shared interests and build community together. In the warmer months, the group heads outdoors to a local park, but during the cooler seasons, you’ll find them creating and connecting right here at STPL!
05/26/2026
What is your idea of a perfect reading setting? Do you like a busy place like a coffeeshop, or prefer total solitude? Beverage or snack nearby? Other accessories you like to have on hand?
05/25/2026
The City of St. Thomas Official Plan Open House is happening this Thursday, May 28 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Memorial Arena Auditorium (80 Wilson Ave.). Come out and learn more about the Official Plan update and help shape the future of St. Thomas through 2051. Share your ideas, ask questions, and provide feedback on growth, development, and the future direction of our community!
Learn more about the project and how to get involved: https://tinyurl.com/r9juxpjj
The City of St. Thomas has launched the review and update of its Official Plan, a key document that will help guide growth and development in our community through 2051.
A dedicated project webpage is now live and includes background information, details on the planning process, and upcoming opportunities for public engagement, including the first Kick-Off Event on May 28, 2026.
We encourage residents, businesses, and community partners to learn more about the project and take part in shaping the future of St. Thomas.
Visit the project webpage for full details and how to get involved: https://tinyurl.com/r9juxpjj
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