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 providing access to resources, programming, and opportunities for interactive lifelong learning and leisure.
Library Notices
Check here to find out what’s new and upcoming at your library.
Important News:
Due to concerns about Covid 19: Both branches of Asphodel-Norwood Public Library (Norwood and Westwood) will be closed to the public until further notice. If you need help, you can contact a librarian by email or telephone and we will do our best to assist you. For more information please see our Official Closure Notice.
Asphodel-Norwood Public Library will be hosting a Murder Mystery Fundraiser this April!! Part of that fundraiser is inviting amateur authors to write a short story and submit it for reading and a chance at a prize! Check out our Invitation to Amateur Authors for more information.
Library Board Meeting: Tuesday April 14, 2019 at 6:30 pm at our Westwood Branch.
Under the tab “Online Services,” we now have a Community Calendar. Please contact the library if you have a local event to add.
We have a new Online Catalogue to check out! You will need your library card number and a PIN (password is books).
Windows 10 Guide – a a great guide for troubleshooting Windows 10.
TumbleBooks E-Resources
TumbleBooks Library has graciously allowed libraries free access to their databases until the end of August. Check out some of these great resources while you can.
TumbleBookLibrary – K-6 children’s ebook database
TumbleMath – K-6 math ebook database
TeenBookCloud – Grade 7-12 ebook database
AudioBookCloud – all ages audio book database
RomanceBookCloud – a huge collection of steamy romance novels for the older crowd
E-Resources
Welcome to a new year, and new discoveries! Asphodel-Norwood Public Library has some new e-resources lined up for this year to compliment e-resources we already have.
Ancestry Library Edition (In-library use only) – Start searching billions of records and discover your family’s story.
Global Road Warrior – the world’s most extensive country-by-country resource for learning about culture, customs, history, and language worldwide.
AtoZ World Travel – a comprehensive travel resource with information about points of interest, security, transportation, food and recipes, culture, language, and more.
LingoLITE – uses images, text, and native speaker video to help you learn basic vocabulary in 30 languages.
World Book Online – The World Book web site offers an encyclopedia, dictionary, atlas, homework help, study aids, and curriculum guides.
OverDrive – An online collection of audio and e-books that can be downloaded to your device for FREE
ServiceOntario is the website to go to for all provincial government services here in Ontario. Get information on how to renew your driver’s license or health card, how to get a birth or marriage certificate, how to obtain or renew your Outdoors Card, or how to register your business. If you need help, ask a librarian.
March News
The library is closed at least until April 6th due to covid 19 concerns. All programs and activities have been cancelled until further notice.
The theme for 2020 is “Create, Collaborate, Celebrate!” March continues that theme with “Tap into your Creativity”
Drop by either branch of the library this month for a variety of crafts and activities, and check the calendar for some special new events!
Come in to the Norwood Branch for: Tech Help Tuesdays, Wordy Wednesdays, After-school Club Thursdays, StoryTime Friday mornings and Feelin’ Springy Saturday Crafts on Saturday afternoon.
Drop in to the Westwood Branch for: Magic Marker Mondays, Wordy Wednesdays, Preschool Drop-in Thursday mornings, and Feelin’ Springy Saturday Crafts on Saturday morning.
Asphodel-Norwood Public Library always has great new books to books to check out – if we don’t have 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. Check out our Online Catalogue to search for books or check your account.
Check the Township website and calendar for local news and events and view our activity schedule by clicking the link below.
ANPL Westwood Book Club
Our Westwood Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6 pm.
Our regularly scheduled meeting has been postponed. Please visit us again to check for updates.
Please join us when we meet to discuss The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin.
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.
And don’t forget to visit the library branches for games and crafts during any open hours.
After-school activities every Thursday from 3:45 – 4:45 pm at our Norwood Branch.
Cool activities happen every Monday evening at our Westwood Branch.
Our Norwood Branch has Pre-school Story Time every Friday morning at 10am.
Check out the Family Drop-in program at our Westwood Branch on Thursday mornings.
Where do you go to grow? Try your public library. A visit will get you thinking!