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Welcome to the Parrott Centre Library at Loyalist College
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Phone: 613-969-1913, Ext.2249
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Good news! After close to six weeks, OPSEU and the College Employer Council have reached a tentative agreement, and full-time support staff will be returning to work today! More details here: www.instagram.com/p/DP3dbKbEQMZ/ See everyone soon!
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October 16, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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A very important update for our students and faculty. As of Sept. 11, 2025, full-time Ontario College Support Staff are on strike. This means that all library services are temporarily suspended. The library building will remain open as a study space only with reduced hours. (1/3)
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September 11, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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The Loyalist Library is officially a part of AskON! This virtual chat service serves all 24 Ontario colleges. Connect with a staff member at one of 13 colleges for help with research, referencing and citations, information about library services and more! (1/2)
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September 5, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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Not only are we welcoming our students back this week, we’re welcoming new and returning faculty, and sharing our favourite tips and tricks to help you get started. Questions? Visit LoyalistLibrary.com, email library@loyalistcollege.com, or visit us at the Belleville campus.
A stack of books. Over the image of the books is a slip of paper with a "to do" list. The text on the list reads, "New Semester Faculty Checklist; Book a library orientation; Explore the Library research guide for my program at LoyalistLibrary.com; Use the Readings and Resources tool in Canvas to create reading lists for each course; Put my textbooks on course reserve”.
September 3, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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Happy Wednesday, Loyalist! It’s the first day of classes, and we’re here to share some of our favourite library tips and tricks for students. Questions? Visit LoyalistLibrary.com, email us at library@loyalistcollege.com, or drop by and see us at the Belleville campus.
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September 3, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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The last long weekend of summer is on the horizon! The Library and the College will be closed on Monday, September 1, and we'll re-open on Tuesday, September 2. However you're spending the time, stay safe and have fun, and we'll see you for the start of the new semester.
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August 28, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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Are you looking forward to the long weekend as much as we are? We'll close at 12:00 pm on Friday, and re-open bright and early on August 5. However you're spending your long weekend, be safe and have fun! You've earned it.
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July 31, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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A quick update! The Library will open at 8:30 am this Friday, July 25. We don't like to open late if we don't have to, and we appreciate everyone's patience. All regular services will be available from 8:30 to 4:30.
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July 23, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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The (extra!) long weekend is here. The Library and the College will be closed on Monday, June 30 and Tuesday, July 1. Stay safe, have fun, and be excellent to yourselves and each other. We'll see you bright and early on Wednesday morning.
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June 27, 2025 at 12:17 PM
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A message to all of the incredible people who made Convocation 2025 happen. Thank you for doing what you do, and thank you for being you. We’re lucky and proud to be here with you: shorturl.at/fn8QA
June 11, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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A message for our students enrolled in spring/ summer classes! Convocation is taking place June 4 to 11, and diploma and certificate pick-up will take place here in the Library. That means things will get noisy! If you need to get some work done, ask us about a study room.
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June 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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Today’s the day! The first of twelve convocation ceremonies begins at 10:00 this morning, and continues into next week. Congratulations to the Class of 2025 from your library team! We're so proud of you. (You can see our full message on our Instagram page - @ loyalistlibrary)
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June 4, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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June is Pride Month! It’s a time to recognize the impacts, successes and achievements of 2SLGBTQ+ people, a time to celebrate, and a time to raise awareness of the violence and discrimination still facing 2SLGBTQ+ people around the world. (1/2)
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June 3, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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It’s National Indigenous History Month! Celebrated every June, it’s a time to learn about and celebrate the heritage, history, and diversity of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people who have lived on the land that we call Canada for tens of thousands of years. (1/4)
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June 2, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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The Library and the College will close at 12:00 pm this Friday! Have an amazing long weekend, everyone. We'll see you on Tuesday morning when we reopen.
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May 15, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Happy Monday, Loyalist! Just a reminded that our spring/ summer hours begin this week. We're open Monday to Friday form 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with all services and resources available.
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April 21, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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There's a long weekend on the horizon! The Library will be closed this Friday, April 18, and we'll re-open on Monday, April 21. This also marks the start of our spring/ summer hours - 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Questions? Let us know!
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April 15, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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There's a little more winter weather on the way, but we're holding onto the thought of warmer, brighter days ahead. Don't recognize this photo? These beautiful cherry blossoms used to line the College's driveway every spring. Be good to yourselves, friends! You're worth it.
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April 2, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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March 31 is Indigenous Languages Day! Did you know that more than 70 Indigenous languages are spoken on the land we know as Canada? Thank you to the Downie Wenjack Fund for teaching us different ways to say "hello", "welcome" and "how are you". (1/2)
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March 31, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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March 31 is the International Transgender Day of Visibility. It’s a day to celebrate and uplift, while also drawing attention to the discrimination and violence faced by the trans community. (1/2)
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March 31, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Attention all students! Do to the incoming ice storm, the Library will be closed this Saturday, March 29. Our online resources remain available 24/7 through loyalistlibrary.com Please have a great weekend and stay safe!
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March 28, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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Starting in 20 minutes! Meet us in the Link Lounge at 12:00 pm for the second Library Pop-up, part of the Campus Icebreakers Series organized by Loyalist Life. Get help with research, explore resources to help with APA, and ask us all of your silly questions!
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March 20, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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An update for our students and faculty! The Library will open late on Friday, March 21 - the doors will open at 11:00 am. Still need to get work done? Our online resources are available 24/7 on any device. Thank you for your patience!
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March 20, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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Starting at 12:00 pm! Join library staff in the Shark Tank for a Library Pop-Up. We'll be available to help with research, show you resources to help with APA Style, and answer any questions you have about library resources. Stop in and see us!
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March 18, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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Canada Reads starts today! Join Canada's favourite book club - watch the debates live on CBC (links are in our profile), and borrow each of the short list titles from the Parrott Centre. Which nominated title are you cheering for? Tell us in the comments!
Five people standing in a group, each holding an open book. The people are: Olympic gold medallist Maggie Mac Neil championing Watch Out for Her by Samantha M. Bailey; podcaster and wellness advocate Shayla Stonechild championing A Two-Spirit Journey by Ma-Nee Chacaby, with Mary Louisa Plummer; Heartland actor Michelle Morgan championing Etta and Otto and Russell and James by Emma Hooper; thriller writer Linwood Barclay championing Jennie's Boy by Wayne Johnston; and pastry chef Saïd M'Dahoma championing Dandelion by Jamie Chai Yun Liew. The text over the image reads, "Canada Reads, March 17 to 20. Borrow all five titles from the Parrott Centre!"
March 17, 2025 at 4:38 PM