Staff Picks: Scaredy Snacks
Catherine
Coleen recently enjoyed perusing this "boo-tiful" picture book just in time for Halloween. Here is her review:
County Council Highlights - October 28th Virtual Meetings
Lindsey
- Derek Sloan, MP for Hastings-Lennox and Addington provided an update on activities of his office as well as the Federal Government. Members of Council had the opportunity to ask questions about current issues in the County including illegal cannabis grow-ops and their ramifications.
The L&A County Museum... Looking Forward
Amber Meyer
I’ll begin this blog by saying I miss you all. I miss hearing the voices of visitors talking about exhibits, the beautiful sound of music resonating with the audience, kids' laughter echoing in our hallway and the ability to create a sense of community within our walls. It has been a different year for us at Lennox and Addington County Museum and Archives, navigating how to connect with our visitors from a distance. 2020 has allowed us the time and ability to rethink how we function and how we will be able to have an even greater reach and impact for our visitors and beyond.
Pedestrian Crossover at Southview Public School
Lindsey
Pedestrian Crossover at Southview Public School
County Courthouse Flag Flying at Half Mast
Beth
The flag at the County Courthouse is currently flying at half mast in recognition of the passing of former Prime Minister John Turner. Former PM Turner died on Sept 19th at the age of 91. The Canadian government also announced a half-masting of the national flags on the Peace Tower and all federal buildings and establishments in Canada to honour Turner’s memory. Flags will remain at half-mast until the day of his funeral on Oct 6th.
A message from Rural Frontenac, Lennox and Addington Health Care Providers
Lindsey
Electronic health records: coming together to serve you better.
The following health care providers are merging patient records into one electronic health record system:
This means better care for you!
Attendance at the Court House
Tracey
Courts are reopening in phases to ensure the necessary health and safety precautions are in place The public are encouraged not to attend the court house unless they have matters before the court.
Screening for COVID-19 is mandatory. You can complete online screening before going to the court house and show the result as you enter. Take COVID-19 courthouse screening
If you do not screen online other screening options are available at the court house.
Fall 2020 CanLit Preview
Catherine
Want to know what Canadian book releases to watch out for this fall? The following are a small selection of not-yet-released novels that you may want to keep on your radar.
Staff Picks: American Royals
Catherine
Kristin recently enjoyed American Royals by Katharine McGee, a fun YA novel that has been described as Crazy Rich Asians meets The Crown. Here is her review:
Educator Services
Kate Wilson
School is officially back in session! Whether it be in-person, online, or homeschooling, L&A Libraries is here to support educators of all kinds.
Virtual Programs