Welcome to the Asphodel-Norwood Public Library
There are always events going on at both branches of the Asphodel-Norwood Public Library. Below you will find the latest happenings plus books, videos and community events we would like to share with you. Notice that each post on this page has one or more categories associated with it. Click on these category links to see similar items. Don’t forget to use the menu across the top of this page to see specific information about your library. Have fun and contact us if you have any questions. We are here to help you.
Our Mission Statement
The Asphodel-Norwood Public Library supports and enriches the community by being a welcoming and inclusive gathering place that provides access to resources, programming, and interactive lifelong learning and leisure opportunities.
View the Asphodel-Norwood Public Library Strategic Plan 2021-2024.
Library Notices
Check here to find out what’s new and upcoming at your library.
Notice of Closure – Our Norwood Branch will be closed Saturday October 7th. Make sure to check out our colouring contest at the Norwood Fair in the Kids Koral (Millennium Room).
Programs & Events:
Herb & Spice Club – Pick up a free take home kit each month of a featured herb or spice. Each kit contains a small sample of the herb or spice and some suggested recipes to try. Join the Facebook group to share your food pictures and reviews! 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 every Tuesday morning at our Norwood branch at 10:30 am. Registration is not required.
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.
Saturday Stories – In partnership with our local Swans group, Saturday Stories is for children of all ages who love read aloud books! Bring a friend, and share a story and related activity. 1:30 p.m. Saturdays.
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 will resume September 14th 10:30 a.m. Westwood Branch and every 2nd and 4th Thursday after that.
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).
ANPL Book Clubs
Westwood Book Club:
Looking for a low key and inexpensive activity to add to your social calendar, why not join our Westwood Book Club? If interested, contact the Westwood branch at (705) 768-2548.
2023 schedule
October 23 – A Town Called Solace by Mary Lawson
November 20 – In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende
December 11 – A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes
Youth Book Club:
This fun group meets every other month to discuss our book selection and share our love of reading.
Join us for our next meeting on November 14 at our Norwood branch at 6pm to talk about The Librarian of Auschwitz, a graphic novel adaptation of the novel by Antonio Iturbe.
Email treed@antownship.ca for more information or to secure your FREE book. Book selections suitable for 12 and up.
2023 Book Club and Reading Challenge:
Each month we will reveal a new geographical region. You choose your own book related to the topic. Check Read Around the World for more information. We will meet at our Norwood Branch at 6:00 pm on the last Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise specified) to talk about our choices over refreshments.
Meeting dates:
October 24, 2023 – Asia
November 28, 2023 – Africa
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September News
“Energize, Exercise, Empower!”
Our programs and events are created to inspire you to energize your mind, exercise your body, and empower your spirit! Keep up to date with what’s happening here on our website as well as on our Facebook and Instagram pages! Get a quick view of the month with our monthly calendar so you can plan ahead. Plan your fun with our September 2023 Calendar!
There are several ways you can keep up with what’s happening at ANPL. Along with our website, you can visit us on our Facebook page, connect with us on Facebook @AsphodelNorwoodPublic Library or Instagram @anpl_norwoodwestwood_library, or subscribe to our YouTube channel (which has video tutorials for OverDrive and our Online Catalogue).
Asphodel-Norwood Public Library always has great new books to check out – if we don’t own it, you can ask for it to be added to our suggestion list, or if it’s an older title, we may be able to borrow it from another library through the Inter-Library Loan network.
Don’t forget to check out our Online Catalogue to search for books or check your account.
Check the Township website and calendar for local news and events.
E-Resources
All you need is your library card to access these e-resources:
Mango Languages – An adaptive language-learning experience that provides the tools and guidance you need to expand your language skills. Choose use Mango as a guest and enter your card number. Click Mango-Overview for more information.
Little Pim by Mango – The award-winning language-learning solution for children. Childhood is the best time to start language learning and Little Pim is a great place to get started. Click Little Pim-Overview for more information.
CBC Corner – Discover the best Canadian shows, stories & more. This digital portal allows you to discover trusted news, entertaining TV and radio shows, educational kids content, news in foreign languages and much more!
World Book Online – From pre-K to high school & beyond, World Book Online has digital resources and educational games for every learner at every level.
OverDrive – An online collection of audio and e-books that can be downloaded to your device for FREE.
If you need assistance accessing our e-resources, please drop by and visit with one of our librarians.
KidsStuff at ANPL
There is a special reading room at OverDrive made especially for children and youth. Try out the Kid’s Reading Room today.
Stories & More with Ms. Trish is up and running! Join us Tuesdays at 10:30am at our Norwood Branch for stories, songs, activities and more.
Saturday Stories happen every Saturday in Norwood at 1:30pm.
Check out our Facebook group ANPLKids for activity ideas and keep up to date on future online kids programming.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Did you know that if you read just one book a day to your child, you will read 1,095 books in three years?
On behalf of the 1,000 Books Foundation, we invite you to participate in this free program.
Register at either branch, keep a log of the books you read, and receive rewards for reading to your child.
More information can be found in our 1000BB4K flyer, on our Children’s Services page, or contact the library if you have any questions.
Where do you go to grow? Try your public library. A visit will get you thinking!