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The Milton Public Library empowers the community to: Read. Learn. Innovate. Connect.

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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 2h
👶📚 Babytime @ Main! Make reading, singing, talking and playing part of your baby’s day! Join us for a shared caregiver-and-baby experience designed to build early literacy skills through songs, stories and playful activities. 💛 #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 4h
Celebrating 33 years of This Hour Has 22 Minutes 📺 Come see Mary Walsh live October 22 in Milton! ✨ This caption? 22 words 😉
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
🏆Canadian author Anne Carson has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature! Born in Toronto, Carson is celebrated for her genre-defying work that brings poetry, classical literature and storytelling into conversation. Explore her titles on Overdrive and Hoopla! ✨
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
🔥📚 Campfire Storytime at Beaty Branch’s Medicine Learning Garden! Gather the family, grab a blanket and join us outdoors in the garden for an evening of stories, songs and stars. ✨🌙 Dress for the weather and get ready for some cozy family fun under the stars! 🌟 #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
🌿 A beautiful season in the Medicine Learning Garden! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our closing ceremony and celebration as we gathered to reflect, give thanks, and honour the garden’s teachings and growth.💚 Until next season, garden! 🌱 #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
💡 TechFair Vendor Callout! MPL is looking for tech-focused organizations, creators and innovators to join our third annual TechFair on Saturday, October 24 from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM at Sherwood Branch! Interested in participating? Complete our vendor booth application! #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Please note that all branches will be closed on Monday October 12th for Thanksgiving Day. We will resume regular operating hours on Tuesday October 13th. Thank you! #MPL #Thanksgiving
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
📚✨ Acclaimed Indigenous author and illustrator Jay Odjick inspired young readers with stories about Indigenous representation, creativity, culture, and the power of graphic novels. A huge thank you to everyone for making this event so memorable! 💛 #MPL #JayOdjick
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
📰 Your library card comes with a digital newsstand! Stay informed and explore thousands of magazines, newspapers and trusted news sources from around the world through our library and PressReader, for free! Why pay when your library card has you covered? #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
🪔 Diwali Food Drive This Diwali season, help us give back to our community! From October 1–31, drop off non-perishable food donations at any Milton Public Library location to support Food for Life. Every donation helps make a difference. 💛 #MPL #SAMM #FoodForLife
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
We are hiring an Adult Page for our growing hive! If you are interested in joining the Milton Public Library team, we'd love to hear from you! Visit our website or click the link in our bio for more information. Deadline to apply is October 18, 2026. #MPL #BeInspired #Hiring
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
📚 Help shape the future of MPL and support literacy, lifelong learning, creativity, innovation and community connection in our growing community. ⏰ Applications close: October 29, 2026 Learn more and apply: beinspired.ca/board-recruitment/
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
💙 Happy National Seniors Day from MPL! Today we celebrate the older adults in our lives and communities who share their time, knowledge and experience, enriching and inspiring those around them. Here’s to the stories, wisdom and contributions that connect generations. 🌟
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
📚📣 We’re LOUD for libraries! This Canadian Library Month, we’re celebrating everything your library makes possible: from books and digital resources to free entertainment, lifelong learning, community connections and so much more 💙 #MPL #OPLW #LoudForLibraries
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
📚✨ Storynight Society is back! Calling all book lovers ages 8 - 10! Join us for a monthly reading club where you can discover great books, chat about what you’re reading, meet fellow bookworms, and have some bookish fun. 💬📖🌟 #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour residential school Survivors, the children who never returned home, their families and communities. We reflect on the power of Indigenous stories and our shared responsibility to turn learning into meaningful action. #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🎒 Kindergarten Here I Come! Is your little one starting Kindergarten in September 2027? Help them get ready with stories, rhymes, songs and fun activities designed to build confidence and kindergarten-ready skills! #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🌿 Join us at Beaty Branch as we close the Medicine Learning Garden for the season. Hear teachings and stories from Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers, honour the garden’s growth and harvest, and celebrate the volunteers, staff and gardener who helped it thrive this summer!
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
📱 Go digital with MPL! Your library card unlocks a world of digital resources, from e-books and audiobooks to magazines, newspapers, movies, music, online learning and more. All included with your library card! 💻✨ Visit any of our branches for more information! #MPL #LibraryCard
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
RESCHEDULED: An Evening with Mary Walsh We’re pleased to share that a new date has been secured! Join us on Thursday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. at the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton. #OBOM #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Please note that all branches will be closed on Wednesday September 30th for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We will resume regular hours on Thursday October 1st. Thank you!
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
We are hiring an Adult Services Librarian for our growing hive! Join the Milton Public Library Team and help make a positive impact in our community. Visit our website or click the link in our bio for more information. Deadline to apply is October 4th, 2026. #MPL #BeInspired #Hiring
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Help shape your library! MPL’s Annual Patron Survey takes just 10–15 minutes. Complete it by Sun, Oct 4 for a chance to win one of three $50 FirstOntario Arts Centre gift cards: ow.ly/zEmg50ZPJpM Paper copies are available at all MPL branches.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Due to unforeseen circumstances, An Evening with Mary Walsh, scheduled for Wed, Sept 23 at the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton, has been cancelled. Ticket holders will receive further information by email. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Please note on Monday, September 14, Main Library and Sherwood branch will open at 12:00 p.m. due to a Staff Town Hall. Beaty Branch will remain closed as part of its regular Monday closure. Thank you for your understanding.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
💳📚 Got your library card? September is your month! It’s Library Sign-Up Month, and there’s so much more to your library card than borrowing books. Access digital resources, movies, music, programs, computers, creative tools and more... all for free! #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Please note that all MPL branches will be closed on Monday September 7th for Labour Day. We will resume regular operating hours on Tuesday September 8th. Thank you!
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
💜 It’s the final week of the MCRC Giving Campaign! For Week 10, our Donation Item of the Week is menstrual pads and feminine hygiene products. Donations can be dropped off at any Milton Public Library branch, or you can donate directly through MCRC’s Amazon Wishlist!
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
UPDATE: Desktop and gaming computer services are restored and are now working as expected.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
UPDATE: Hoopla issues on iOS have now been fixed. We encourage patrons using iOS devices to update their Hoopla app to the latest version as soon as possible to ensure a smooth experience. Thank you!
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Please Note: Desktop and gaming computers are currently unavailable. Laptops and other devices remain available through the laptop kiosk. Express Printing Station and Adobe Creative Suite computer are unaffected. Thank you for your patrience while we work to restore service.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Please Note: Some Hoopla users on iOS devices may experience app crashes due to a recent iOS update. Hoopla is working on a fix. Android and desktop access remain unaffected. If you're having trouble, try deleting and reinstalling the app.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
💜 This week's Donation Item of the Week is Size 6 Diapers. Donations can be dropped off at any Milton Public Library branch, or you can donate directly through MCRC's Amazon Wishlist! The donation campaign is running until August 21.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
💜 This week's Donation Item of the Week is Size 5 Diapers. Donations can be dropped off at any Milton Public Library branch, or you can donate directly through MCRC's Amazon Wishlist! The donation campaign is running until August 21.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
🏖️ Beach Bingo! 🌊☀️ Grab your spot and settle in for a fun-filled game of Beach Bingo! Kids ages 6–10 can enjoy several rounds of bingo featuring all the things you might find on a day at the beach. 🏖️🎲 📅 Tuesday August 11 & 18 ⏰ 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM 📍 Sherwood Branch #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
🎲 Roll for Adventure! 🐉 Ready to enter a world of adventure? Kids ages 9–12 can try their hand at role-playing games in these beginner-friendly, in-person sessions! Learn how to create a character, roll the dice, and jump into your very first RPG adventure. ✨
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
UPDATE: CD Crafts will be happening August 2nd at 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM, not August 6th. Thank you!
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
🌊 Join us for Braille by the Sea, where children will discover how Braille helps people read and communicate through hands-on activities inspired by this important writing system. It's a fun and interactive way to learn about accessibility, inclusion, and literacy. #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
♻️✨ Join our Upcycling: From Trash to Treasure workshop series, where tweens and teens will transform old CDs & books into one-of-a-kind crafts. Get creative, learn new skills, and give new life to everyday items! For ages 11–17 #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Online e-card registration and card renewal are currently unavailable. Patrons can visit any MPL branch to register for a new card or renew an existing one. We’re working to restore both services as soon as possible.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
💜 This week's Donation Item of the Week is Size 4 Diapers. Donations can be dropped off at any Milton Public Library branch, or you can donate directly through MCRC's Amazon Wishlist! The donation campaign is running until August 21. #MPL #MCRC
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
🚨 BIG NEWS, CREATIVES! 🎨💻 Starting today, enjoy FREE access to Adobe Creative Cloud on dedicated desktops at Main Library and Sherwood Branch! ✨ Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and more are ready when you are. What will you create first? #MPL #Adobe
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Cheese whiskers! 🧀🐭 Geronimo Stilton is visiting Sherwood Branch! Stop by for a special meet-and-greet with everyone's favourite mouse journalist and enjoy a morning of cheesy fun. 📅 August 6 🕚 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. 📍 Sherwood Branch #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Please note that all MPL branches will be closed on August 3rd for a Civic Holiday. We will resume standard operational hours on August 4th. Thank you! #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for Guinea Pigs Don't Wear Pants with Author Chris Paul Rainbows! 🌈📚 Together, we shared stories, discussed self-expression, and embraced what makes each of us unique 💛 #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
🥣 MPL is inviting seniors and their family members to submit recipes for a special community project. Visit the link in our bio to learn more. This program is possible through the financial assistance of the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program. #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
💜 This week's Donation Item of the Week is Size 3 Diapers. Donations can be dropped off at any Milton Public Library branch, or you can donate directly through MCRC's Amazon Wishlist! The donation campaign is running until August 21.
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
☀️✂️ Get crafty this summer! Join us for Summer Fun Card Making with Fancy Folds and discover the art of iris folding, a creative paper craft technique that transforms colourful strips of paper into beautiful designs! #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
📚 Discover your next great read at our Book Sale! Browse a wide selection of books at Main Library from July 16 to the end of August. Whether you're searching for a beach read, a new favourite author, or a hidden gem, there's something for everyone. Happy browsing! 📖 #MPL
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Milton Public Library @miltonlibrary.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Every life holds a story worth telling. ✍️ Join Something to Say: Milton Writing Club, a three-part workshop exploring memories, storytelling techniques, and personal experiences. Connect with fellow writers and bring your story to life! 📅 July 18, August 22 & September 26
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