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🎉 January is Hobby Month — the perfect time to try something new or dive back into a favorite pastime!
Get inspired at your library — explore the hobby collection today!
Or place holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Get inspired at your library — explore the hobby collection today!
Or place holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
January 16, 2026 at 10:35 PM
🎉 January is Hobby Month — the perfect time to try something new or dive back into a favorite pastime!
Get inspired at your library — explore the hobby collection today!
Or place holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Get inspired at your library — explore the hobby collection today!
Or place holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Did you know you can borrow Booklist for free with your library card?
It’s a great resource for collection development and finding the perfect reads for every kind of reader!
Find it in Libby Magazines: trac.overdrive.com/library/maga...
#Booklist #PeaceLibrarySystem #ReadersAdvisory
It’s a great resource for collection development and finding the perfect reads for every kind of reader!
Find it in Libby Magazines: trac.overdrive.com/library/maga...
#Booklist #PeaceLibrarySystem #ReadersAdvisory
January 16, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Did you know you can borrow Booklist for free with your library card?
It’s a great resource for collection development and finding the perfect reads for every kind of reader!
Find it in Libby Magazines: trac.overdrive.com/library/maga...
#Booklist #PeaceLibrarySystem #ReadersAdvisory
It’s a great resource for collection development and finding the perfect reads for every kind of reader!
Find it in Libby Magazines: trac.overdrive.com/library/maga...
#Booklist #PeaceLibrarySystem #ReadersAdvisory
Aiming to read more CanLit in the new year? Check out the Giller Prize Book Club!
Each session spotlights a book from the previous year’s Giller longlist, pairing the author with Canadian cultural figures.
Register to take part: gillerprize.ca/giller-book-...
Each session spotlights a book from the previous year’s Giller longlist, pairing the author with Canadian cultural figures.
Register to take part: gillerprize.ca/giller-book-...
January 16, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Aiming to read more CanLit in the new year? Check out the Giller Prize Book Club!
Each session spotlights a book from the previous year’s Giller longlist, pairing the author with Canadian cultural figures.
Register to take part: gillerprize.ca/giller-book-...
Each session spotlights a book from the previous year’s Giller longlist, pairing the author with Canadian cultural figures.
Register to take part: gillerprize.ca/giller-book-...
January is National Braille Literacy Month, and we're celebrating with the incredible true story of Louis Braille—the teenage inventor of the Braille system we still use today.
Place a hold in TRACPac! Download the app or visit: ow.ly/QySK50XXHV5
Place a hold in TRACPac! Download the app or visit: ow.ly/QySK50XXHV5
January 16, 2026 at 1:06 AM
January is National Braille Literacy Month, and we're celebrating with the incredible true story of Louis Braille—the teenage inventor of the Braille system we still use today.
Place a hold in TRACPac! Download the app or visit: ow.ly/QySK50XXHV5
Place a hold in TRACPac! Download the app or visit: ow.ly/QySK50XXHV5
On January 27th, Family Literacy Day, we celebrate the many ways Indigenous families learn together—through story, song, dance, ceremony, culture, and connection to the land. 💛
January 15, 2026 at 10:05 PM
On January 27th, Family Literacy Day, we celebrate the many ways Indigenous families learn together—through story, song, dance, ceremony, culture, and connection to the land. 💛
If you're craving more rivals-to-lovers, locker room tension, or sports-fueled romance after finishing Heated Rivalry 🏒🔥 — these reads belong on your list.
Place your holds in TRACPAc. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Place your holds in TRACPAc. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
January 15, 2026 at 1:02 AM
If you're craving more rivals-to-lovers, locker room tension, or sports-fueled romance after finishing Heated Rivalry 🏒🔥 — these reads belong on your list.
Place your holds in TRACPAc. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Place your holds in TRACPAc. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
📚 Family Literacy Day is January 27! ✨
Let’s celebrate the power of learning together as a family. This year’s theme is: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time
Download free resources: abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/fam...
#FamilyLiteracyDay #FLD2026
Let’s celebrate the power of learning together as a family. This year’s theme is: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time
Download free resources: abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/fam...
#FamilyLiteracyDay #FLD2026
Family Literacy Day 2026: Make mealtime family learning time
Family Literacy Day raises awareness about the importance of reading and learning together as a family. Download free resources to get involved.
abclifeliteracy.ca
January 14, 2026 at 7:16 PM
📚 Family Literacy Day is January 27! ✨
Let’s celebrate the power of learning together as a family. This year’s theme is: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time
Download free resources: abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/fam...
#FamilyLiteracyDay #FLD2026
Let’s celebrate the power of learning together as a family. This year’s theme is: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time
Download free resources: abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/fam...
#FamilyLiteracyDay #FLD2026
📚 Are you planning a Family Literacy Day event?
Don't forget to register your event by January 16 for a chance to win one of three $20 bookstore gift cards! ✨
Register now 👉 abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/fam...
Don't forget to register your event by January 16 for a chance to win one of three $20 bookstore gift cards! ✨
Register now 👉 abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/fam...
January 14, 2026 at 4:22 PM
📚 Are you planning a Family Literacy Day event?
Don't forget to register your event by January 16 for a chance to win one of three $20 bookstore gift cards! ✨
Register now 👉 abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/fam...
Don't forget to register your event by January 16 for a chance to win one of three $20 bookstore gift cards! ✨
Register now 👉 abclifeliteracy.ca/programs/fam...
Looking for your next read? These titles are making waves in the media, on TV, and in celebrity book clubs.
Place your holds in TRACPac! Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Place your holds in TRACPac! Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
January 14, 2026 at 1:33 AM
Looking for your next read? These titles are making waves in the media, on TV, and in celebrity book clubs.
Place your holds in TRACPac! Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Place your holds in TRACPac! Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
The French Language Resource Centre's materials are ready to borrow!
Explore amazing French books and resources for all ages.
Visit ow.ly/9wHa50XWpQY to access the FLRC catalogue and start borrowing today!
#FLRC #FrenchResources #PeaceLibrarySystem
Explore amazing French books and resources for all ages.
Visit ow.ly/9wHa50XWpQY to access the FLRC catalogue and start borrowing today!
#FLRC #FrenchResources #PeaceLibrarySystem
January 13, 2026 at 9:11 PM
The French Language Resource Centre's materials are ready to borrow!
Explore amazing French books and resources for all ages.
Visit ow.ly/9wHa50XWpQY to access the FLRC catalogue and start borrowing today!
#FLRC #FrenchResources #PeaceLibrarySystem
Explore amazing French books and resources for all ages.
Visit ow.ly/9wHa50XWpQY to access the FLRC catalogue and start borrowing today!
#FLRC #FrenchResources #PeaceLibrarySystem
📣 For the first time, the Giller Prize jury is composed entirely of independent Canadian booksellers — bringing a fresh perspective from across the country to the 2026 prize process.
🔗 Learn more: gillerprize.ca/introducing-...
🔗 Learn more: gillerprize.ca/introducing-...
Introducing the 2026 Giller Prize Jury: Five Independent Canadian Booksellers Ignite a Reimagined Award
January 12, 2026 (Toronto, ON) – The Giller Prize is proud to announce its first-ever jury composed exclusively of independent Canadian booksellers. Representing Canada’s North, West Coast, the Prairi...
gillerprize.ca
January 13, 2026 at 6:13 PM
📣 For the first time, the Giller Prize jury is composed entirely of independent Canadian booksellers — bringing a fresh perspective from across the country to the 2026 prize process.
🔗 Learn more: gillerprize.ca/introducing-...
🔗 Learn more: gillerprize.ca/introducing-...
🏒 Love hockey and romance? Score big with these sweet and steamy reads! 🔥
Place your holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Place your holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
January 12, 2026 at 11:06 PM
🏒 Love hockey and romance? Score big with these sweet and steamy reads! 🔥
Place your holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
Place your holds in TRACPac. Download the app or visit www.tracpac.ab.ca
📢 Looking for funding opportunities?
Grant Connect is a powerful fundraising platform that helps individuals and organizations discover grants from across Canada.
📍Access at your local PLS library. Visit today and start exploring!
#GrantConnect
Grant Connect is a powerful fundraising platform that helps individuals and organizations discover grants from across Canada.
📍Access at your local PLS library. Visit today and start exploring!
#GrantConnect
January 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM
📢 Looking for funding opportunities?
Grant Connect is a powerful fundraising platform that helps individuals and organizations discover grants from across Canada.
📍Access at your local PLS library. Visit today and start exploring!
#GrantConnect
Grant Connect is a powerful fundraising platform that helps individuals and organizations discover grants from across Canada.
📍Access at your local PLS library. Visit today and start exploring!
#GrantConnect
The 2026 CBC Canada Reads Longlist is here!
Get ready for this year’s battle of the books. The five panellists — and the books they’ll champion — will be revealed on January 22.
Explore the longlist: ow.ly/Xosj50XVCvZ
Get ready for this year’s battle of the books. The five panellists — and the books they’ll champion — will be revealed on January 22.
Explore the longlist: ow.ly/Xosj50XVCvZ
The Canada Reads 2026 longlist is here! | CBC Books
This year, the great Canadian book debate is looking for one book to build bridges. The panellists and the books they choose to champion will be revealed on Jan. 22.
ow.ly
January 12, 2026 at 4:15 PM
The 2026 CBC Canada Reads Longlist is here!
Get ready for this year’s battle of the books. The five panellists — and the books they’ll champion — will be revealed on January 22.
Explore the longlist: ow.ly/Xosj50XVCvZ
Get ready for this year’s battle of the books. The five panellists — and the books they’ll champion — will be revealed on January 22.
Explore the longlist: ow.ly/Xosj50XVCvZ
January 9 is National Quitters Day... but you're not giving up.
You're moving forward — and your library is here for it. 🙌
🔥 Stay strong. Stay curious. Stay motivated.
🔎 Start your search: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACpac #PeaceLibrarySystem
You're moving forward — and your library is here for it. 🙌
🔥 Stay strong. Stay curious. Stay motivated.
🔎 Start your search: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACpac #PeaceLibrarySystem
January 10, 2026 at 12:22 AM
January 9 is National Quitters Day... but you're not giving up.
You're moving forward — and your library is here for it. 🙌
🔥 Stay strong. Stay curious. Stay motivated.
🔎 Start your search: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACpac #PeaceLibrarySystem
You're moving forward — and your library is here for it. 🙌
🔥 Stay strong. Stay curious. Stay motivated.
🔎 Start your search: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACpac #PeaceLibrarySystem
💪 It’s National Quitters Day—but you’re not a quitter.
Your library’s got your back.
🎯 Whether you’re building habits, learning new skills, or chasing big goals—TRACpac has what you need.
Explore now: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACpac #PeaceLibrarySystem
Your library’s got your back.
🎯 Whether you’re building habits, learning new skills, or chasing big goals—TRACpac has what you need.
Explore now: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACpac #PeaceLibrarySystem
January 9, 2026 at 9:13 PM
💪 It’s National Quitters Day—but you’re not a quitter.
Your library’s got your back.
🎯 Whether you’re building habits, learning new skills, or chasing big goals—TRACpac has what you need.
Explore now: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACpac #PeaceLibrarySystem
Your library’s got your back.
🎯 Whether you’re building habits, learning new skills, or chasing big goals—TRACpac has what you need.
Explore now: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACpac #PeaceLibrarySystem
💥 It’s National Quitters Day — but you’re not giving up!
Keep your goals on track with FREE books, eBooks & more from your library.
📖 Explore: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACPac #PeaceLibrarySystem
Keep your goals on track with FREE books, eBooks & more from your library.
📖 Explore: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACPac #PeaceLibrarySystem
January 9, 2026 at 8:42 PM
💥 It’s National Quitters Day — but you’re not giving up!
Keep your goals on track with FREE books, eBooks & more from your library.
📖 Explore: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACPac #PeaceLibrarySystem
Keep your goals on track with FREE books, eBooks & more from your library.
📖 Explore: www.tracpac.ab.ca
#NationalQuittersDay #TRACPac #PeaceLibrarySystem
Many give up on their resolutions today — but you don’t have to!
🎯 Your library has FREE tools to help you stay on track:
🗣 Transparent Language
💼 LinkedIn Learning
💡 Grant Connect (In-library use only)
📚 Books, eBooks & more on TRACpac!
🔗 peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/eResources
🔗 tracpac.ab.ca
🎯 Your library has FREE tools to help you stay on track:
🗣 Transparent Language
💼 LinkedIn Learning
💡 Grant Connect (In-library use only)
📚 Books, eBooks & more on TRACpac!
🔗 peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/eResources
🔗 tracpac.ab.ca
January 9, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Many give up on their resolutions today — but you don’t have to!
🎯 Your library has FREE tools to help you stay on track:
🗣 Transparent Language
💼 LinkedIn Learning
💡 Grant Connect (In-library use only)
📚 Books, eBooks & more on TRACpac!
🔗 peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/eResources
🔗 tracpac.ab.ca
🎯 Your library has FREE tools to help you stay on track:
🗣 Transparent Language
💼 LinkedIn Learning
💡 Grant Connect (In-library use only)
📚 Books, eBooks & more on TRACpac!
🔗 peacelibrarysystem.ab.ca/eResources
🔗 tracpac.ab.ca
Need professional development resources to achieve your goals this year?
Access a FREE collection of resources created and shared by library staff. Visit: librarytoolshed.ca
Access a FREE collection of resources created and shared by library staff. Visit: librarytoolshed.ca
January 8, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Need professional development resources to achieve your goals this year?
Access a FREE collection of resources created and shared by library staff. Visit: librarytoolshed.ca
Access a FREE collection of resources created and shared by library staff. Visit: librarytoolshed.ca
📱 Stop scrolling. Keep reading!
A recent U.S. YouGov poll found that 40% of Americans didn’t read a single book in 2025. Read more: bookriot.com/american-rea...
Let’s make reading a priority in 2026! Visit your local library or check out an ebook today.
A recent U.S. YouGov poll found that 40% of Americans didn’t read a single book in 2025. Read more: bookriot.com/american-rea...
Let’s make reading a priority in 2026! Visit your local library or check out an ebook today.
January 8, 2026 at 7:50 PM
📱 Stop scrolling. Keep reading!
A recent U.S. YouGov poll found that 40% of Americans didn’t read a single book in 2025. Read more: bookriot.com/american-rea...
Let’s make reading a priority in 2026! Visit your local library or check out an ebook today.
A recent U.S. YouGov poll found that 40% of Americans didn’t read a single book in 2025. Read more: bookriot.com/american-rea...
Let’s make reading a priority in 2026! Visit your local library or check out an ebook today.
What’s your reading mood today — cinematic, funny, upbeat, or thought-provoking?
Explore a book that matches how you feel. From cozy mysteries to mind-bending sci-fi, there’s something for everyone.
Place your holds now in TRACPac! Download the app or visit 👉 www.tracpac.ab.ca
Explore a book that matches how you feel. From cozy mysteries to mind-bending sci-fi, there’s something for everyone.
Place your holds now in TRACPac! Download the app or visit 👉 www.tracpac.ab.ca
January 7, 2026 at 11:41 PM
What’s your reading mood today — cinematic, funny, upbeat, or thought-provoking?
Explore a book that matches how you feel. From cozy mysteries to mind-bending sci-fi, there’s something for everyone.
Place your holds now in TRACPac! Download the app or visit 👉 www.tracpac.ab.ca
Explore a book that matches how you feel. From cozy mysteries to mind-bending sci-fi, there’s something for everyone.
Place your holds now in TRACPac! Download the app or visit 👉 www.tracpac.ab.ca
Every February, libraries can help spread kindness by encouraging patrons to create handmade Valentine’s cards for Canadian veterans.
This program is low-cost, creative, and meaningful. Consider adding this heartfelt initiative to your February calendar. ❤️
This program is low-cost, creative, and meaningful. Consider adding this heartfelt initiative to your February calendar. ❤️
January 7, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Every February, libraries can help spread kindness by encouraging patrons to create handmade Valentine’s cards for Canadian veterans.
This program is low-cost, creative, and meaningful. Consider adding this heartfelt initiative to your February calendar. ❤️
This program is low-cost, creative, and meaningful. Consider adding this heartfelt initiative to your February calendar. ❤️
🎧 Looking for a podcast that makes reading feel exciting and fun?
Tune into smart, funny conversations on everything from classics to trending titles.
Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts:
🔗 Spotify: ow.ly/EvZq50XT4oW
🔗 Apple: ow.ly/yUCz50XT4oQ
Tune into smart, funny conversations on everything from classics to trending titles.
Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts:
🔗 Spotify: ow.ly/EvZq50XT4oW
🔗 Apple: ow.ly/yUCz50XT4oQ
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
open.spotify.com
January 7, 2026 at 5:55 PM
🎧 Looking for a podcast that makes reading feel exciting and fun?
Tune into smart, funny conversations on everything from classics to trending titles.
Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts:
🔗 Spotify: ow.ly/EvZq50XT4oW
🔗 Apple: ow.ly/yUCz50XT4oQ
Tune into smart, funny conversations on everything from classics to trending titles.
Listen now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts:
🔗 Spotify: ow.ly/EvZq50XT4oW
🔗 Apple: ow.ly/yUCz50XT4oQ
Join this free webinar to learn how to develop a collection development policy and create selection guidelines that address the rapid growth of AI-generated materials.
📅 More info and registration:
webjunction.org/events/webjunction/generative-ai-collection-policies.html
📅 More info and registration:
webjunction.org/events/webjunction/generative-ai-collection-policies.html
Generative AI and collection development policies: A proactive approach | OCLC's WebJunction
Learn how to craft a collection development policy and create selection guidelines that address the rapidly growing amount of AI generated materials.
webjunction.org
January 6, 2026 at 11:16 PM
Join this free webinar to learn how to develop a collection development policy and create selection guidelines that address the rapid growth of AI-generated materials.
📅 More info and registration:
webjunction.org/events/webjunction/generative-ai-collection-policies.html
📅 More info and registration:
webjunction.org/events/webjunction/generative-ai-collection-policies.html
Program Idea: Potato Derby 🥔🏁
A fun, low-cost STEAM program for all ages!
Families build potato cars using wheels & axles and return on race day for a spud-tacular competition! Awards for fastest, best design, and more.
Burlington Branch held this fantastic event #LibraryPrograms
A fun, low-cost STEAM program for all ages!
Families build potato cars using wheels & axles and return on race day for a spud-tacular competition! Awards for fastest, best design, and more.
Burlington Branch held this fantastic event #LibraryPrograms
January 6, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Program Idea: Potato Derby 🥔🏁
A fun, low-cost STEAM program for all ages!
Families build potato cars using wheels & axles and return on race day for a spud-tacular competition! Awards for fastest, best design, and more.
Burlington Branch held this fantastic event #LibraryPrograms
A fun, low-cost STEAM program for all ages!
Families build potato cars using wheels & axles and return on race day for a spud-tacular competition! Awards for fastest, best design, and more.
Burlington Branch held this fantastic event #LibraryPrograms