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This year marks 80 years since WWII ended. Over 1.1M Canadians served in the Allied forces.

Library & Archives Canada is working to make their personnel records accessible.

Explore service records of relatives or friends:
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November 10, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Grimshaw Library created Remembrance Day displays and invited patrons to fill out thank-you cards for veterans.

This simple yet impactful program encouraged reflection, community participation, and honoured veterans in a hands-on, respectful way.
November 10, 2025 at 5:55 PM
📸 Programming Spotlight: Family Polaroid Night

Wabasca Library is hosting a Family Polaroid Night. Families are invited to come dressed up and take silly or festive instant photos.

It’s a simple, fun, and low-cost way to bring families into the library and create lasting memories.
November 6, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Together We Read has begun!

This digital book club connects readers to the same e-book and audiobook with no waitlist or holds. The featured title is 'Denison Avenue' by Daniel Innes and Christina Wong.

More info: link.overdrive.com/nov-together...
Together We Read - Canada
Join the digital book club that connects readers to libraries in Canada, with the same digital book at the same time for free! Program times vary.
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November 5, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Grande Cache Municipal Library staff recently visited the local seniors lodge for a creative afternoon of making poppies and paintings.

While crafting together, seniors shared personal stories and memories, creating a special space for connection, conversation, and community.
November 5, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Happy Alberta Book Day! Time to celebrate Alberta-based publishers and their cultural impact. 🎉

Visit our news page to explore great resources from the Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA):
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#AlbertaBookDay #ReadAlberta #ABBooks
Celebrate Alberta Book Day!
Read Alberta Book Day is Nov. 3, 2025. Learn how to promote AB books at your library!
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November 4, 2025 at 9:41 PM
It's the last day of our Unlimited campaign!

To finish, Tanya is sharing the books that have changed her for good. ✨

The winners will be posted on the contest webpage by November 7.

Visit peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/unlimited for details.

#ForGood #PeaceLibrarySystem #Libraries #StaffPicks #Wicked
November 1, 2025 at 1:19 AM
It’s Halloween at PLS — and we’re wrapping up our Wicked Campaign in full costume! 🧙‍♀️

Some of us stepped straight out of Oz with wicked looks inspired by the characters we know and love — and the rest brought their own spooky spin to the day! #PeaceLibrarySystem
October 31, 2025 at 8:41 PM
💚 Day 31 of our Unlimited Campaign! 💚

Sheri is sharing the books that have changed her for good — and now we want to hear yours. ✨

More info 👉 peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/unlimited

#ForGood #PeaceLibrarySystem #Libraries #StaffPicks #Wicked
October 31, 2025 at 5:27 PM
From a forgotten Salem woman accused of witchcraft to two magical sisters running a tearoom in 1880s New York, these fall reads mix real history with a touch of magic.

Perfect for cooler nights and curious minds.

More info: ow.ly/jVQJ50XjXbR
#ReadersAdvisory #Libraries #WitchyReads
October 30, 2025 at 9:21 PM
💚 Day 30 of our Unlimited Campaign! 💚

Kris is sharing the books that have changed his life for good — and now we want to hear yours.

More info 👉 peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/unlimited

#Unlimited2025 #PeaceLibrarySystem #Libraries #StaffPicks #Wicked
October 30, 2025 at 3:09 PM
📖✨ Did you know? ✨📖

CELA provides free accessible reading services for kids with print disabilities — including dyslexia.

For more info, contact your local library! Or visit: celalibrary.ca #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #CELA #PeaceLibrarySystem #Libraries
October 29, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Canada has lost one of its greatest military historians. Tim Cook, chief historian at the Canadian War Museum, has passed away at 54.

His books, research, and public work brought Canada’s military past to life—and challenged us to see it in new ways.

Read more via CBC ow.ly/Mj3w50XjUS7
October 29, 2025 at 6:44 PM
💚 Day 29 of our Unlimited Campaign! 💚

Freya is sharing the books that have changed her for good — and now we want to hear yours. ✨

More info peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/unlimited
#PeaceLibrarySysetm #Wicked #ForGood #Libraries
October 29, 2025 at 6:04 PM
💚 Day 28 of our Unlimited Campaign! 💚

Meagan is sharing the books that have changed her for good — and now we want to hear yours. ✨

Enter our Changed for Good contest at participating PLS libraries for a chance to win a $100 eGift card!

More info 👉 peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/unlimited
October 28, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Today is Canadian School Library Day!

Take a moment today to shine a light on how learning in the library is transforming your community.

Share your stories — big or small — and help celebrate the impact of school libraries!

Learn more: canadianschoollibraries.ca
October 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
💚 Day 27 of our Unlimited Campaign! 💚

Jayme is sharing the books that have changed him for good — and now we want to hear yours. ✨

Enter our Changed for Good contest at participating PLS libraries for a chance to win a $100 eGift card!

More info 👉 peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/unlimited
October 27, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Most herbal remedy books on Amazon might not be what they seem. A detection firm found that 82 percent were likely written by AI.

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Detection firm finds 82% of herbal remedy books on Amazon ‘likely written’ by AI
Originality.ai scans 558 titles in herbal remedies section between January and September
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October 23, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Join Dr. Steve Albrecht, a former domestic violence investigator, for a session on recognizing and responding to domestic violence.

Gain practical tools, policy insight, and awareness to help make your library a safer place for everyone.

More info: www.library20.com/domestic-vio...
October 22, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Jennifer Aniston will star in and executive produce the upcoming Apple TV+ adaptation of Jennette McCurdy’s bestselling memoir I’m Glad My Mom Died.

Aniston will play a fictionalized version of McCurdy’s mother in the ten-episode series, which McCurdy co-created.

More info: ow.ly/SyC650XgmJN
Jennifer Aniston and Jennette McCurdy Bonded Over ‘Very Similar Moms’ Before ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’ Shoot: ‘We Have a Lot in Common’
Jennifer Aniston bonded with Jennette McCurdy ahead of the ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’ adaptation shoot, mentioning that they 'had very similar moms.'
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October 22, 2025 at 3:18 PM
What’s your reading mood today?

Whether you’re in the mood for upbeat sci-fi, reflective reads, witty drama, or something that just makes you laugh — we’ve got a book for that.

Place your holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
October 21, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Program Spotlight: Flameless Remembrance Day Candles

Check out this thoughtful and creative idea from the Grimshaw Municipal Library. Patrons get to take home a glowing tribute for Remembrance Day.
October 20, 2025 at 6:23 PM
📸 Only 11 days left to enter the Wicked Selfie Contest! Check out some of the spellbinding selfies we’ve received so far! 💚

Show off your current read, snap a shot in your favourite library spot, or go all out with a Wicked-inspired look.

Learn more: peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/unlimited
October 20, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Today we’re celebrating the library workers across Canada whose dedication makes a difference every day.

Huge shoutout to our member library workers for making libraries vibrant, inclusive, and essential.
#CanadianLibraryWorkersDay
October 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM
If The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware kept you on the edge of your seat, you're going to want to add these gripping reads to your list next!

Perfect for fans of suspense, unreliable narrators, and twisty plots!

Place your holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit ow.ly/eEJ750XcNNP
October 16, 2025 at 10:06 PM