Welcome to the Asphodel-Norwood Public Library

Employment Opportunity

We are looking to add our 2025 Summer Program Assistant – Summer Student Position to our team! Visit the Job Posting and Job Description for all the details.

Programs & Events:

Canadian Canoe Museum – The library now has access to an admission pass for the Canadian Canoe Museum. This pass can be borrowed for one week and covers the admission of 2 adults and up to 4 children (ages 5-17). For more information, visit our ‘Library of Things’ collection under Library Services at the top of the page.

After School Club – Tuesdays from May 13 to June 17 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (6 week program). Activities will be geared to ages 7-11, but all school-aged children are welcome to attend. Children under 7 must have a parent stay in the Library during the program. Registration is required.

Seed Saturday & Used Book Sale – Saturday April 26 – 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – Norwood Branch. Check out the full event details.

Youth & Teen Sport Sampler Program – Let’s get moving by trying new physical activities right in our community! This FREE program is for youth and teens aged 12 – 18. All activities will be lead by an instructor, and all required equipment will be provided.

When – Thursdays 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Begins January 9, 2025.
Where – Community Centre, 88 Alma Street
First 20 registrants receive a free fitness tracker! Register here.
Program made possible by the The Ontario Trillium Foundation.

Curiosity Crew – An immersive and engaging hands-on science program. Monday May 5 and June 2 – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. – Westwood Branch. Registration is required.

May 28, September 10, & November 19

Homework Club – Need some support with reading, writing or math? Our Westwood Homework Club may be for you! Registration is required.

Stories & More with Ms. Trish – This program is for toddlers and preschoolers looking to have fun while sharing in our love of books! Music, movement, stories and more. Come join the fun Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am. 

PJ Story Time– Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Westwood Branch. Grab your favourite teddy bear, let’s get cozy and share some stories and sleepy songs!  

Feel Good Fridays – This program for adults focuses on feeling good with movement, laughter, and community. Click here to register or call either branch of the library. No program March 14 or April 18. 

Together Stitching – This fun program is all about social connection, stitched together with a little yarn! Beginner to advanced knitters, crocheters or other yarn artists are welcome. This drop-in program happens at our Westwood Branch.

Homeschoolers at the Library – Join other homeschool families for activities and community building during this drop-in program. Explore all the library has to offer while it is closed to the public. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, 12:30 to1:30 p.m. Norwood Branch. All ages welcome!

CO2 Monitor – This item can be now be borrowed from our Norwood branch. It is a small battery operated device used to monitor the CO2 (Carbon dioxide) levels in your home to determine your indoor air quality. You can visit Peterborough Public Health for more information. Our ‘Library of Things’ collection is growing. See what we have to offer by selecting “Library Services” at the top of the page.

Library Membership – Click Here to apply for an Asphodel-Norwood library card. If you do not live in the Township, please contact us by telephone or email for assistance.

Our Online Catalogue makes it easy to keep track of your account! You will need your library card number and a PIN (books).

Kids Stuff at ANPL

There is a special reading room at OverDrive made especially for children and youth. Try out the Kid’s Reading Room today.

Check out our Facebook group ANPLKids for activity ideas and keep up to date on future online kids programming.

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