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Larry Keech Honoured with Archives Dedication

Stephen

Larry Keech, Chief Administrative Officer is retiring after 29 years of dedicated service to the County of Lennox and Addington. Larry presided over his last County Council Meeting on June 28th. At this meeting County Council announced that the County Museum and Archives Reading Room will be named the “Keech Reading Room and Archives”.

Celebrate Canada’s 150th at the Lennox and Addington County Museum

Rob Plumley

Celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary with just a loonie admission to the Lennox and Addington County Museum, Napanee.  During July and August, the County Museum is host to “In the Money”, a travelling exhibit from the Bank of Canada.  This fun and engaging exhibit explores how paper is made, compares security and printing features and provides insight into ancient coins and notes.  Through interactive stations and displays, visitors will explore a behind-the-scenes glimpse of modern methods for developing, testing and producing secure innovative bank notes.

"Science and discovery" destinations in L&A County

Rob Plumley

Two popular Lennox & Addington County tourist destinations were featured in The Great Waterway's list of great places to "Experience Science and Discovery in South Eastern Ontario"

There are many great scientific and educational attractions in the region - from nature reserves, to museums, parks, caves, mines and dark sky viewing areas. Read a bit about L&A's stops on your tour of science and discovery below. Written by Mike Hector.

 

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