Welcome to the Asphodel-Norwood Public Library
Our upcoming programs, events and much more, can be found below. Use the menu across the top of this page to see specific information about your library.
Our Mission Statement
Our Library is a place for all people with infinite opportunities to connect with community, resources, programs, and services. A true community hub extending beyond our physical spaces.
View the Asphodel-Norwood Public Library 2025 – 2028 Strategic Plan.
Library Notices
Check here to find out what’s new and upcoming at your library.
Registered Programs:
Asphodel-Norwood Active Senior Connection Hub – provides programming opportunities in the Township of Asphodel-Norwood for adults aged 55+. Completing the registration form will ensure you receive email or phone updates on upcoming events, services and programs.
Summer Reading Program – We’re back for another summer of reading fun! Registration is full.
Midweek Matinee 2025 – members gather to view and discuss a film or documentary.
Feel Good Friday – Join us Fridays at the Norwood Town Hall at 10:30 a.m. for an activity and social connection. Register here to receive a monthly email listing what we are doing each Friday.
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.(Program does not run for July and August, see you in September!)
When – Thursdays 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Restarts in September 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.
Drop-in Programs:
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!
Together Stitching – an informal get-together of craft-minded people at our Westwood Branch. (Program does not run for July and August, see you in September!)
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. (Program does not run for July and August, see you in September!)
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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Summer News
“Your library – Infinite opportunities!”
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 don’t miss anything!
Plan your fun with our July 2025 Calendar calendar. Looking for senior activities? Check out our Active Seniors Connection Hub July 2025.
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.
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.
2025 schedule:
September 22 – Beyond that, the Sea by Laura Spence-Ash
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 July 15, 2025 at our Norwood branch at 6pm to talk about our next selection.
Email treed@antownship.ca for more information or to secure your FREE book.
Book selections suitable for 12 and up.
For the Love of Books (Norwood Book Club and Reading Challenge):
Each month we will reveal a new theme. You choose your own book related to the topic. 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 treats. If you would like to join, or just check out, our book club, all you have to do is show up to one of our meetings and join the conversation.
For 2025, our meeting participants chose the themes for each month. You can get a head start on your selections by checking out our Book Challenge 2025.
Meeting dates:
July 29 – Re-read a favourite book
August 26 – Read a historical fiction book
September 30 – Read a book by a local author
October 28 – Read a true crime book
E-Resources
All you need is your library card to access these e-resources:
SUMMA – Summa provides patrons unlimited access to thousands of hours of captivating and informative video covering a vast array of topics, from interesting and fun DIY projects to nature documentaries presented in stunning detail. Summa also gives you access to an unrivalled collection of content featuring Indigenous voices and issues. Login using your library card number in the barcode field, password library.
SUMMA-Kids – Summa kids includes a wealth of kid-targeted video programming focused on children under 12. Login using your library card number in the barcode field, password library.
Lightbox Learning – Interactive e-books for kids. Explore the world of animals, science, social studies and more!
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!
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.
Where do you go to grow? Try your public library. A visit will get you thinking!