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Visit your neighbourhood Library branch to enjoy programs, connect with others and to borrow books, magazines, music, movies and more.

You'll find a broad range of free programs and events at your neighbourhood branch and at the Central Library.

 

The Library also offers many free online resources. Read the newspaper online, download eBooks and audiobooks, take online courses or learn a new language.

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Featured Program: Creative Age

Enjoy our new, free Creative Age art, music and cultural programs for and by adults 55 years+ at Library locations across London!

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Free Digital Newspapers

Read local and national newspapers like the London Free Press, The Toronto Star, and the National Post for free by logging on with your library card to PressReader. PressReader also offers access to newspapers from 120 countries around the world!

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A Place To Belong

We love to see the connections that are made in our neighbourhood branches. Whether you're looking for a place to sit and read, work on a community puzzle, meet up with friends or drop in to a free program, you are always welcome at the Library.  Oh, and we'd love to find you something good to read, too!

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Discover Your Family’s History

Research your family’s history using Ancestry.com, available on-site at any London Public Library location. For more in-depth research help, visit the Central Library’s London Room, where our knowledgeable staff can help you with information requests about your family or your home.

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Spark Your Creativity

Looking for inspiration or instructions? Creativebug offers free online videos of arts and crafts workshops and techniques by popular experts. Instructions and patterns are also included. Learn how to paint, knit, crochet, sew, screen print, and more. It's free with your Library card!

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Learn a New Language

Heading on a trip? Just want to brush up on your French? Log onto Mango Languages with your library card for free language courses. Choose basic or in-depth courses in over 70 different languages, including Spanish, French, Japanese, Polish, German, Mandarin, Cantonese Chinese, Greek, Italian, Russian, and more.

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Accessibility Resources for Every Age

London Public Library offers large print books, books on CD and talking books and other accessible formats for you to borrow.

 

Our Visiting Library Service helps you keep reading even if you have mobility challenges.