Welcome to the Asphodel-Norwood Public Library

Covid -19 Update:

Both branches of Asphodel-Norwood Public Library (Norwood and Westwood) are open regular hours. You can browse and pick out your books however curbside pickup is available at each branch. To arrange for curbside pickup or if you need additional assistance, contact a librarian by email or telephone and we will do our best to assist you.

Norwood – 705-639-2228 & Westwood – 705-768-2548

Programs & Events:

Parent Seminar – Join us at our Norwood Branch on Oct. 20 for a free seminar with Evan Coghlan. Click Understanding Your Childs Behaviour for more information.

After School Club – The fall session of after school club will run from Thursday October 20 to Thursday November 17 (5 week session) from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Halloween and Dinovember themed crafts, activities and games. Activities will be geared to ages 7-10, but all school-aged children are welcome to attend. Children under 7 must have a parent stay in the Library during the program.
REGISTER HERE

Songs & Signs with PCFC – ANPL is looking forward to hosting PCFC’s EarlyOn Songs & Signs workshop. Preregister here. Songs & Signs is an EarlyON, interactive, three session workshop for parents and children 5 to 15 months old. Parents will learn a variety of baby signs through a weekly signs and songs circle.
Fridays – 9:30am – 10:30am
October 14th, 21st and 28th
Norwood Branch 

PA Day Packs – PA Day on a Monday?? Need some inspiration?? We have you covered! Our PA Day packs are filled with customized book selections, craft kits, activities and more!  Register by Wednesday October 19 and we will contact you when your pack is ready for pick up.
REGISTER HERE

Halloween Family Fun Fest – Join us if you dare for our spooktacular Halloween Family Fun Fest!
When: Saturday, October 29, 2022 (two time slots to choose from)
Where: Westwood Branch of the Asphodel-Norwood Public Library (312 Centre Line Westwood).
Registration is required by Friday, October 21, 2022. Click here to register!
Halloween activities, crafts and more! Costumes are highly recommended!!

Stories & More with Ms. Trish – This program is for toddlers and pre-schoolers looking to have fun while sharing in our love of books! Music, movement, stories and more. Come join the fun, registration not required.
Where – Norwood Branch
When – Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. (Beginning September 6)

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.

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. We share tips, tricks and community when we meet every 2nd and 4th Thursday at the Westwood Branch at 10:30 a.m.

2022 Reading Challenge – There are only 3 more months left! October is: Read a book about libraries or librarians. Complete and submit a review of the book and each review is an entry for a Book Lovers gift basket. Lots of selection and review slips available at both branches.

Four Week Creative Writing Workshop – New Program Announcement 📣 We are incredibly excited Author Vanessa Westermann will be leading a 4 week FREE creative writing workshop!! Do you love to read and write? Join a like-minded community and explore the magic of the written word. Registration is now open! Full workshop details can be found here.

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.

2022 schedule
October 24 – Olive Kitteridge, by Elizabeth Strout
November 21 – In the Midst of Winter, by Isabel Allende
December 12 – Beartown, by Fredrick Bachman

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, Tuesday, November 15, 6:00 p.m. Norwood Branch. Email treed@antownship.ca for more information or to secure your FREE book.

Book selections suitable for 12 and up.

2022 Reading Challenge:
Each month we will reveal a new topic. You choose your own book related to the topic. Submit a review (forms available at both branches) and you have a chance to win a special prize at the end of the challenge. Each review is an entry into the random draw. Check 2022 Reading Challenge to get a head start on the topics.