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Staff Picks: Missing

Catherine

Andree Duval, Relief Librarian for the County of Lennox & Addington Libraries, recently enjoyed a new book by Kelley Armstrong. This mystery/thriller was written with a young adult YA audience in mind, but can be enjoyed by adult readers too.

Here is Andree's review:

Introducing Libby by OverDrive

Catherine

Library patrons can use the Libby app to download eBooks and eAudiobooks for free from the library. It offers the same collection as OverDrive but with an alternative look. Click here to learn more about Libby. When searching for your library, type in "Ontario Library Consortium". 

Staff Picks: Option B

Catherine

Erin Markuschewsky from the Napanee Branch of the County of Lennox & Addington Libraries recently enjoyed the latest memoir/self-help book from Sheryl Sandberg.

Option B is a thought provoking and interesting read about a woman who has lost her husband and must learn how to live again,” explains Erin. “Readers of Sheryl’s first book Lean In will see a new side of the Facebook COO.”

New 'Art in the Library' Exhibit

Catherine

The County of Lennox and Addington Public Libraries are proud to support the community’s culture and talent. It is for this reason that we have started the “Art in the Library” program in partnership with the Greater Napanee Area Arts Association (GNAAA). A prominent feature wall was created at the Napanee Branch specifically for this program where artists can display their work.

The latest exhibit, starring Lois Sexsmith and Margaret Ray will run June 30th through August 31st. 

Staff Picks: The Impossible Fortress

Catherine

Caitlyn from the Napanee Branch recently enjoyed The Impossible Fortress by Jason Rekulak, an acclaimed new novel that will inspire 1980s nostalgia. 

Summer Kitchen Party and Dufflebag Theatre events coming soon to the Macpherson House

Rob Plumley

The Macpherson House in Napanee is now open and a full slate of programming will soon be underway. Two fun-filled events will be taking place in mid-July that are aimed at music lovers and children of all ages.

Staff Picks: The Last Neanderthal

Catherine

Laura from the Amherstview Branch recently enjoyed The Last Neanderthal, a new book by Claire Cameron, the Canadian author of the popular novel The Bear

County Appoints New Chief Administrative Officer

Rob Plumley

(June 21, 2017) Lennox and Addington County Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Brenda Orchard as the County’s new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

Ms. Orchard has almost 20 years of senior municipal leadership experience in three provinces including both urban and rural communities. She is currently serving as the CAO for Huron County, a position she has held since 2013. Prior to joining Huron County, she was the CAO for Annapolis County in Nova Scotia.

Be “In the Money” at the Museum & Archives in Napanee

Rob Plumley

This summer, the Lennox & Addington County Museum & Archives in Napanee is pleased to be the home of an exciting travelling exhibition, the contents of which are of keen interest to almost a global audience: money.

 

Canada 150 Reading Challenge

Catherine

Happy 150th, Canada!  Join us in celebrating Canada's 150th Birthday by participating in our Canada 150 Reading Challenge and reading tons of CanLit this summer. 

Here's a tip: Access a wide variety of Canadian titles online instantaneously using your library card at Hoopla Digital here

Here are the challenges...