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Connect: July/August 2025
Explore summer reads, programs, and Library news in the July/August Connect Newsletter. Read online or pick up a copy today!
Brodie Library to close temporarily
Brodie Library will be closing its doors to the public from Monday, June 16 until branch renovations are completed in September.
Summer Hours Now In Effect
All branches are closed Sundays from Sunday, June 15 through Monday, September 1. Regular hours resume September 2.
Over $180K+ Already Awarded
Tickets support the massive children's area renovation at Waverley Library. Our last winner took home over $20,000, will you be next?
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TBPL For You
Play Days at the Library - Thurs to Sat, Branches Vary
Drop in and play - kids of all ages can explore sensory-stimulating toys, engage with interactive books, and have fun with friends.
YOUth Rec Room - Thursdays 5 - 7:30pm @ Mary JL Black
Join us in the Rec Room! Dive into art, anime, and fun activities in a welcoming and inclusive space for grades 7-12.
Lakehead Region Conservation Authority EXPLORE Pass
The Explore Card Parking Pass permits day-use/parking at the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority’s (LRCA) ten Conservation Areas.
2S/Indigiqueer Titles for Children and Teens
Children and teens will enjoy connecting to Indigenous culture through these stories featuring two-spirit and Indigiqueer characters.
Digital Library
What's On
Featured Event
Discovery Club - Weekdays 9:30am - 7:30pm @ Mary JL Black
Drop in for self-guided family exploration of STEAM concepts with robots, coding activities, building challenges, and lots more.
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New In Our Collection
New & Coming Soon
July 2025 New & Upcoming
This month's list blends trusted favourites with buzzworthy reads like People Like Us and Buckeye. Which one will you pick up first?
Beach Reads
Enjoy these great reads while relaxing on the beach, at camp, or wherever your summer takes you!
Summer Camp Horror
What could be scarier than summer camp? Dive into these horror and thriller novels that all take place at summer camp getaways.
Gardening
Let's grow! Check out one of these titles and get inspired for the growing season.
July 2025 New & Upcoming
This month's list blends trusted favourites with buzzworthy reads like People Like Us and Buckeye. Which one will you pick up first?
Beach Reads
Enjoy these great reads while relaxing on the beach, at camp, or wherever your summer takes you!
Summer Camp Horror
What could be scarier than summer camp? Dive into these horror and thriller novels that all take place at summer camp getaways.
Gardening
Let's grow! Check out one of these titles and get inspired for the growing season.
We acknowledge that the City of Thunder Bay has been built on the traditional territory of Fort William First Nation, signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850. We also recognize the contributions made to our community by the Métis people.