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Too many CloudLibrary books becoming available at the same time? You are now able to stagger your CloudLibrary holds by selecting a "not before date' for titles. The title will then be available to borrow on the selected date, or shortly afterwards.

Update: The Wardsville Library will be closed today due to a power outage.

Wednesday, April 2: The Wardsville Library is currently experiencing a power outage, and the opening of the branch will be delayed. Please check back for updates, or call the branch prior to visiting.

Wednesday, April 2: The Glencoe Library is experiencing an internet outage. The branch remains open, but services may be limited.

April is Poetry Month, and library staff made some book spine poems to celebrate!

Recently Middlesex County Library staffed visited Dorchester Terrace to give residents the opportunity to experience virtual reality. Participants enjoyed playing games and exploring far off places, without leaving their chairs!

Storytime has been happening at Middlesex County Libraries since the beginning! This story hour sign was used to promote storytime in Thorndale during the 1960s. Learn more about storytimes across Middlesex County: library.middlesex.ca/storytime

Feeling crafty? Check out these seasonal top picks from creativebug! Use creativebug FREE with your library card. Visit a branch, or check out our Getting Started guide for details bit.ly/3UDJkRX

No borrows? No problem! Titles in Hoopla's Bonus Borrows program don't count against your limit, and they're available the last seven days of each month. Enjoy Hoopla all month long! hoopladigital.com/collection/302…

Update: As of 1:15pm internet service at the Strathroy Library has been restored.

Service Disruption: The Strathroy Library is experiencing an internet outage. Wi-Fi and internet on the public computers is unavailable. Library services are still available.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Update: As of 4:00pm, the Thorndale, Komoka and Mt Brydges Libraries continue to experience ongoing internet outages - internet service may not be available throughout the afternoon/evening.

Update: As of 12:30pm service at the Parkhill Library has been restored.

An internet service outage is currently impacting multiple library branches, including Parkhill & Thorndale. The libraries remain open, but services may be limited. If you're heading to the library, remember to bring your library card - it will be needed to check-out items.

March Break has come roaring in like a lion at Middlesex County Library, and there's still lots of activities and programs to come! Browse our event calendar library.middlesex.ca/events for details! Photos featured are from the Lucan, Parkhill and Ailsa Craig Libraries.

March Break is here and at the library, the fun's never over! With 8 branches open today, and 12 open tomorrow, all are welcome to drop by a Middlesex County Library to share in the fun. Find our locations and open hours on our website: library.middlesex.ca/locations

Your Reading Inspiration for the month of March is to read a book about a current social issue. Find some suggestions to get you started: bit.ly/3QNaIcV Join the 2025 Reading Inspiration fun by downloading our bookmark: bit.ly/3DOwGcw

March Break is only days away! Plan to have some fun at your local Middlesex County Library. Explore what will be happening near you during March Break using our online event calendar: library.middlesex.ca/events Or contact your local branch for details: library.middlesex.ca/locations

Need assistance? Email us at librarian@middlesex.ca or call 519-287-2735.

Our Seniors Connect virtual program series continues with a focus on family history! Join us on Zoom for Researching Family History on Thurs, Mar 6 at 2pm and Preserving Photos & More on Thurs, Mar 20 at 2pm. For more information, and to register, visit library.middlesex.ca/seniors-connect