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You can do! Abs : featuring the stability ball

2004

DVD

Leslie shows you the most effective ways to use your stability ball, plus three different workouts that will add variety and results....

The Hayes book of amazing experiments you can do at home

—Vowles, Andrew.

1985

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Even the sky is falling

2023

Book

"When an international warning siren accidentally goes off, convincing everyone that a meteor shower may just be the end of life as they know it, six...

Look what feet can do

—Souza, D. M. (Dorothy M.)

2007

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Look what mouths can do

—Souza, D. M. (Dorothy M.)

2006

Book

Describes the many amazing ways that animals use their mouths....

Look what tails can do

—Souza, D. M. (Dorothy M.)

2007

Book

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Look what whiskers can do

—Souza, D. M. (Dorothy M.)

2007

Book

Describes the ways in which animals use their whiskers....

I can do something when there's nothing to do

—Erickson, Karen.

1985

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47 things you can do for the environment

—Petronis, Lexi.

2012

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100 simple things you can do to prevent Alzheimer's and age-related memory loss

—Carper, Jean.

2012

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The PETA practical guide to animal rights : simple acts of kindness to help animals in trouble

—Newkirk, Ingrid.

2009

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The anxious generation : how the great rewiring of childhood is causing an epidemic of mental illness

—Haidt, Jonathan, author.

2024

Book Club Kit

"From New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Coddling of the American Mind, an essential investigation into the collapse of youth mental health-an...

The anxious generation : how the great rewiring of childhood is causing an epidemic of mental illness

—Haidt, Jonathan, author.

2024

Book

"From New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Coddling of the American Mind, an essential investigation into the collapse of youth mental health-an...

Redo your room : 50 bedroom DIYs you can do in a weekend

—Waller, Jessica D'Argenio, author.

2015

Book

Presents fifty low-cost room makeovers which can be completed in one weekend, including transforming an old headboard with fabric, sewing a vintage si...

We can do it ; & The big jump

—Jinks, Jenny, author.

2023

Book

"When a log falls in the pond, an unlikely group moves it. At the skate park, everyone is doing jumps. But someone does the biggest jump"-- Provided b...

Hispanic-American crafts kids can do!

—Robinson, Fay.

2006

Book

Explore the beauty of Hispanic-American culture with these fun crafts. Taken from traditional Aztec, Incan, Mayan, and Mexican art these projects comb...

What a song can do

—Lady Antebellum (Musical group), composer, performer.

2021

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The big five : five simple things you can do to live a longer, healthier life

—Chopra, Sanjiv, author.

2016

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Wow! Look what birds can do!

—De la Bédoyère, Camilla, author.

2020

Book

"Which bird can fly backwards? How do penguins keep warm? Does an ostrich really bury it's head in the sand? Find out the answers to these questions,...

10 things you can do to protect animals

—Weitzman, Elizabeth, author.

2017

Book

"Introduces the reader to things they can do to protect animals"-- Provided by publisher....

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What's a 3D scanner, anyway?

… What's a 3D scanner, anyway? Blog Body Guess what?! RPL now has a 3D scanner in our Digital Media Studio ! I jumped at the opportunity to sit down with Digital Media Specialist, Rhys Pugh, to find out: …

Canada Reads 2021

… Canada Reads 2021 Blog Body It’s that time again. Where CBC pits Canadian against Canadian in an epic war of words. There can only be one …

John Ware Reclaimed

… John Ware Reclaimed Blog Body Documenting the rich history of African-Canadians in the Prairies is a formidable task, given that …

All Candidates Meet and Greet

… All Candidates Meet and Greet Submitted by Anonymous (not … Regina constituents will be able to interact with candidates for the federal election representing all parties at Regina Public Library’s Meet and Greet All Candidates event. The event takes place on Monday, September …

Explore Canadian Art Online

… Explore Canadian Art Online Blog Body At the Dunlop Art Gallery we’re used to being surrounded by fresh Canadian art every day. It’s such an invigorating atmosphere to work in! Canadian artists open windows to new ideas and ways of looking at the world. They ask …

Let's Talk About Racism

… months. With so many stories and opinions circulating, it can be hard to know how to engage with this important, but … join the discussion about racism and racial injustice, we can help you get started. You can probably guess that our first recommendation is … read! …

The not-so-challenging challenge: 5 tips to set inspiring reading goals

… Challenge is on! Finding time and motivation to read can be hard these days. That’s why we made our reading challenge open-ended. Reading for prizes doesn’t have to be challenging – just fun! Here are some … identify your preferences, shape them into something you can work toward. The acronym ‘SMART’ was a management tool …

Meet the 2024-25 Writer in Residence!

… mid-June. That’s a good nine months. So what, you say. What can you do for me? Well, plenty, I hope. But first a little bit … in a small village in Italy called Jelsi. Since coming to Canada at the age of four, I have lived in Montreal, …

The not-so-challenging challenge: Bullet journaling techniques to track your reading

… journaling techniques to track your reading Blog Body Dot grids, made popular (beyond geometry class) by the … on the RPL Adult Reading Challenge gamecards : so that you can record your reading in the way that makes sense to you! … goal. You’ll see your progress accumulate, and this visual can help motivate you to keep going and let you know when …

Borrowing Toys: Library To The Rescue!

… Body It’s a tricky time of year for little kids. Store windows, catalogues, and letters to Santa all keep the focus on the promise of toys…that they can’t have yet. My five-year-old can count to 60 in order to pace out one minute – and you …

Brightening up Blue Monday

… Brightening up Blue Monday Blog Body Don’t be surprised if you’re feeling blue today. The third … of the holidays has worn off, and here in Regina, it can be the coldest, and darkest time of the whole year. … changes and our amount of exposure to sunlight. So how can you brighten things up on Blue Monday? If you’re feeling …

Write a novel in November

… being to draft an entire novel in just one month. Why do it? For 30 wild and exciting days, you get to lock away … take over, and just create! Sounds easy right?! Who can join? Anyone age 13 and up can register on the official NaNoWriMo website . There's …

Djembe

… - 20:33 Service Info The djembe is a traditional African goblet shaped drum, averaging about 61 cm in height. It … of bare hands and fingers. Djembes are featured in African and World music genres. When you borrow a djembe from … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a …

How to vote in the 2024 municipal election

… vote in the 2024 municipal election Blog Body If you’re a Canadian citizen who is at least 18 years old, a resident of … for at least six months as of November 13, 2024, you can vote in the upcoming municipal election! Here's how... … Who's Running Once you know your ward and subdivision, you can find a list of candidates on the Elections Regina …

The Top 3 Steps To Cash Flow Survival For Small Businesses

… a profit during this time of survival, small businesses can improve their liquidity position and not be forced into … owners are facing declining sales and rising cost. What can you do to trim your budget? Variable expenses are usually the …

Cannes Lion roars back into RPL Film Theatre this November!

… Cannes Lion roars back into RPL Film Theatre this November! … Description RPL Film Theatre is pleased to welcome back the Cannes Lions Awards for Best Commercials for two screenings … 4 and 5 at 7 PM. Presented annually since 1954, the Cannes Lions are the most prestigious international creative …

RPL Is Celebrating Black History Month

… Black heritage in the prairies. Here is a look at what you can find! Artwork Dunlop Art Gallery is proud to announce … process to understand her father’s struggles as an African immigrant challenged with mental illness living in the … writers to our collection; Cheryl Foggo’s book Pourin’ down rain: a Black woman claims her place in the Canadian …

Free Career and Entrepreneurial Resources

… Blog Body As the COVID-19 pandemic affects all aspects of Canadians’ life, many of us are practicing social … to work from home with reduced hours. This new reality can be disorienting and financially stressful as we face … that can make the eventual return to work smoother or open doors to new opportunities as we adapt to the changing …

Regina's Most Loved Books of 2019

… by David Baldacci Dark Sacred Night by Michael Connelly Kingdom of the Blind by Louise Penny Watching You by Lisa Jewell … Patterson Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty Top Canadian Adult Fiction Washington Black by Esi Edugyan All … in the house: a prairie story of bigotry and belonging by Candace Savage Saskatchewan's best scenic drives by Robin …

Orange Shirt Day is a chance for us to engage in open conversation about residential schools

… meaningful reconciliation within our community and across Canada. If you’d like to show your support for Orange Shirt … If you’d like to learn more about Orange Shirt Day and Canada’s residential schools, the resources below are a … Aboriginal Peoples, and Residential Schools A Knock on the Door the essential history of residential schools from the …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… is my cardio” camp. But one of my favourite things I’ve done with the library is volunteering at our aid station for … into the Unknown , by Adam Shoalts “According to Shoalts, a Canadian Geographic explorer-in-residence, the age of … For those who love spending time (even vicariously) in the Canadian wilderness, this is an entertaining and sometimes …

RPL hosts expert panel to discuss legalization of cannabis.

… RPL hosts expert panel to discuss legalization of cannabis. Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, … leaves and shortening days. After a lengthy process, cannabis will be legalized, and Saskatchewan plans to issue … Attachment Regina Public Library Release - HotTopics Cannabins 2018.pdf (281.58 KB) …

Regina Public Library holiday hours for Canada Day – Tuesday, July 1, 2025

… Regina Public Library holiday hours for Canada Day – Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Submitted by egagnon on … will be closed Tuesday, July 1, 2025 in observation of Canada Day. Attachment RPLMediaRelease_CanadaDayHours2025.pdf (481.49 KB) …

Cannes Lion roars back into RPL Film Theatre this November!

… Cannes Lion roars back into RPL Film Theatre this November! … Description RPL Film Theatre is pleased to welcome back the Cannes Lions Awards for Best Commercials for two screenings … November 24 and 25 at 7:00pm. Attachment RPLMEDIARELEASE_Cannes2023_UPDATE.pdf (515.42 KB) …

Hearing Loops at RPL

… loops are a closed system used at service desks that can cut out background noise by transmitting sound directly … inside bustling businesses. They’re always on; listeners can pick up the audio once they are within 4 feet of the … find hearing loops at library branches! Through a generous donation from the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs of Regina, RPL …

Commit to meaningful and lasting reconciliation

… and promote the concept of Every Child Matters. What can you do? You can adopt many other Personal acts of Reconciliation , but …

Why Art Galleries Are The Ultimate Date Spot

… Date Spot Blog Body There’s so much winter right now—I can’t even. But I have to say, once I finally get to where … first date. Is it weird to go to a museum or art gallery? I don’t think so! Firstly, galleries are good to go on an early date because they are a public place, where you can have a conversation and get to know the other person. …

RPL Staff Picks: From Saskatchewan Cooking to Thrillers

… anxieties on the eve of the Space Shuttle Challenger. In Doodleville by Chad Sell, the author of Cardboard Kingdom , … that have caught my attention. Fire In Paradise: An American Tragedy is a comprehensive account of the devastating … Hidden Figures and Radium Girls . And two fun ones that I can’t leave out are Flat Out Delicious , the new definitive …

Cozy Cooking

… this time of year in Saskatchewan are the smells, both outdoors and indoors. The tang of fallen leaves, the smell of … and dive headfirst into all the comforting recipes I can find. Cinnamon and ginger, maple and apple are the … cooking, as another way to feel closer to the people they can’t be with. Preserving food is a link to my past, to my …

Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists

… Creating Personalized Reading Lists Blog Body Now that you can pick up holds at the library but still can’t browse the shelves, are you stumped to know what to … together a list that will inspire and entertain you! How do we do it? Some reading services use algorithms to choose …

Indigenous Voices brings the best of Canadian Indigenous writers to the Regina community

… Indigenous Voices brings the best of Canadian Indigenous writers to the Regina community … Regina residents are invited to discover the best of Canadian Indigenous writing at Indigenous Voices , an author …

Art and music explore identities beyond Canadian borders in partnership between Dunlop Art Gallery and Regina Folk Festival

… Art and music explore identities beyond Canadian borders in partnership between Dunlop Art Gallery … Folk Festival come together to present a conversation with Canadian-Colombian musician Lido Pimienta and Regina-based filmmaker and artist, Hagere …

Team Canada's mental health practitioner to speak at Central Library

… Team Canada's mental health practitioner to speak at Central … with tips from Lisa Hoffart, who worked with Team Canada at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. She’ll discuss …

Regina Public Library can help you buy a business

… Regina Public Library can help you buy a business Submitted by kbalkwill on Thu, … - 10:51 Add Description With the help of a generous donor, Regina Public Library (RPL) is offering the … a business in 2024. Applications are now open to qualified candidates. Attachment …

How to Add Your Library Card to Your Phone

… Your Phone Blog Body Did you know that library cardholders can now add their library card to their phone’s digital wallet? It’s quick and easy to do, and will make your trips to the library a breeze! Your digital library card can be used at any RPL checkout station. Multiple library …

How Parents Can Teach Through Play

… How Parents Can Teach Through Play Blog Body Liam was only 10-days-old … child. Sheila says, “Liam likes anything about machines. It can be cars, trucks, tractors—that is his biggest love. And …

Acoustic Guitar

… strings with finger picks, plectrum or bare fingers. They can also be played with a slide which is a hollow … while you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … UltimateGuitar.com (guitar tabs for popular songs) • The Canadian Guitar Forum (forum for guitar players) Enter …

Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian

… without your next read! Great battery life – these devices can last 1 to 3 weeks, and they charge quickly. Glare-free … Amazon store, so the Libby app won’t function on Kindles in Canada. There is limited function for Libby on Kindles in … be game-changing for reading comics or magazines, but they don’t add to the experience of reading standard text. …

Support For The New School Year

… try to remember their times tables, and whether i does indeed come before e except after c. All kidding aside, … in-person, remote or homeschooling, Regina Public Library can help you out. The resources below will help your family … ease into learning in this challenging environment. It can be overwhelming trying to help your children with new …

Goodbye Overdrive App

… making the switch, including a helpful walk-through video. Don’t worry though, Overdrive isn’t going away completely. … Me tags on their website. Are there limits to how often I can use the Notify Me tag? No! You can use the Notify Me tag as many times as you like. Notify …

Electric Guitar

… sent to an amplifier to produce the sound. Electric guitars can also be played with a slide which is a hollow … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … UltimateGuitar.com (guitar tabs for popular songs) • The Canadian Guitar Forum (forum for guitar players) Enter …

Create Your Own Sourdough Starter!

… Create Your Own Sourdough Starter! Blog Body We’ve all been through a stressful … for me, but for a lot of us it seems. So much so that I can’t find yeast anywhere in this town. We’re clearly all … bread. No yeast, no problem! I love sourdough bread; I can use this time to learn to make it for myself. However, …

Celebrating Freedom to Read Week

… Celebrating Freedom to Read Week Blog Body Celebrate your freedom to read! Every February, Canadian libraries come together to raise awareness about … This fundamental freedom of expression is guaranteed to all Canadians under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms . As part …

3D Scanning and Printing (in DMS)

… 3D Scanning and Printing (in DMS) … The Digital Media Studio provides in-studio access to free 3D Scanning and Printing. 3D Scanning Discover how to create high-quality 3D models and …

Transnational Convergences in African Digital Art

… Transnational Convergences in African Digital Art … 2008 This catalogue documents the exhibition in Central Gallery, November 14, … investigated the existence of transnational spaces in African digital art and the ways in which these works promote …

5 Investment Tips We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves

… two millennials are investing. Whatever your age, investing can be an intimidating endeavour. Because of this, it’s … that you are on the right track. Tip #1: Start Early You don’t need to be earning six figures in order to start … start small with what you have. A modest amount of money can grow exponentially over time thanks to the power of …

Canada's Most Wanted and Most Unwanted

… Canada's Most Wanted and Most Unwanted … (1999) The … created by Komar and Melamid based on a nation-wide poll of Canada's likes and dislikes in art conducted by The Angus … to the Vancouver Art Gallery and other galleries across Canada. A Vancouver Art Gallery and Dunlop co-production. …

Canadian Research Index

… Canadian Research Index … Find citations for Canadian research reports and government documents. Links are provided in order to access the full …

The Canadian Drawings

… The Canadian Drawings … Wilson, Scottie (1990) Scottie Wilson … century art: Surrealism and Art Brut/Outsider art. "The Canadian Drawings" which toured nationally until 1990, is the first major study of Wilson during his years in Canada, the period in which he began to draw and develop his …

Printing and Scanning

… Printing and Scanning … Print Options Log into an RPL public computer or laptop with your library card. Open your documents from internet, email, or portable drive. Tip: Be … app on your personal device. Tip: If you print often, this can be a good option. Stay logged in with your library …

Bongo Drums

… Bongos feature primarily in Afro-Cuban and Latin American styles of music. When you borrow a set of bongos from … you have them. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … Bongos feature primarily in Afro-Cuban and Latin American styles of music. When you borrow a set of bongos from …

Cajon

… are featured in many types of music including Latin American, Cuban, Afro-Peruvian, Flamenco, Jazz and Country. When … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … are featured in many types of music including Latin American, Cuban, Afro-Peruvian, Flamenco, Jazz and Country. When …

American Illustrator

… American Illustrator … Kernan, J. F. (1990) American illustrator J. F. Kernan (1878-1958) specialized in … celebrate the simple comforts of home, family, and outdoor recreation. The catalogue documents paintings and …

Canadian Major Dailies

… Canadian Major Dailies … Online access to many of Canada’s top national and regional newspapers in full-text …

Violin

… a bow back and forth across the strings. The strings can also be plucked by bare fingers and thumb. Violins have … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … a bow back and forth across the strings. The strings can also be plucked by bare fingers and thumb. Violins have …

Digital Keyboard

… a traditional piano. While more portable than a piano, they can range from 94 cm in length and 8.3 kg in weight to 132 … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … a traditional piano. While more portable than a piano, they can range from 94 cm in length and 8.3 kg in weight to 132 …

Support Indigenous Business

… Support Indigenous Business Blog Body What can I do? I’ve asked this question of myself many times since the … and Reconciliation came out in 2015. One of the things I can do immediately is support local Indigenous businesses. …

If you can't wait for Dog Man, here are some titles to keep you busy!

… If you can't wait for Dog Man, here are some titles to keep you busy! Blog Body We … excited about the announcement that Dav Pilkey’s newest Dog Man title, For Whom the Ball Rolls , will be coming out …

Flags of Unsung Countries opens at Dunlop Art Gallery

… struggle to belong to both her Nigerian home and her Canadian one. Liz Ikiriko, who is a biracial Nigerian Canadian, uses photography to document her journey to learn more about her Nigerian …

Spring has (almost) sprung

… may not feel like it, but spring is here, and temperatures can’t be far behind. Right?! I don't know about you, but spring gives me a rush of … new ways to better myself and refresh my goals. And RPL can help me with all of that! The library has offerings …

Panel discussions: how can Regina support a healthy, revitalized downtown?

… Panel discussions: how can Regina support a healthy, revitalized downtown? Submitted by kbalkwill on Mon, 08/26/2024 - 11:39 … of events hosted by Regina Public Library (RPL) and Regina Downtown Business Improvement District (RDBID) bring local …

Advance your career with soft skills for the workplace

… card! Soft skills are transferrable to any profession. They can elevate the way you act and interact, and can give you a critical edge in the workplace. Search the … a final exam. Courses typically start once a month, so you can choose the time of year that works best for you. These …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… to be in the form of online offerings – but the great outdoors is still one of the greatest sources of inspiration … In the winter, there are six constellations that can usually be viewed: Orion, Canis Major, Canis Minor, Taurus, Gemini, and Auriga. These …

How to (Prepare to) Write a Novel

… best, as the saying goes. What I didn’t expect was what I can only describe as the theatre of the sciences (including … the presentations raised a few goosebumps. Okay, so what does this have to do with writing a novel? Or more … call iron discipline. The kind of discipline most armies can only wish for. Discipline that comes from within. How …

How a City Councillor Found His Voice at the Library

… path, in part, at the library. In 1976, John immigrated to Canada from Poland. Living with his grandparents at 15 years … his English. Lucky his him, the job put him close to the downtown library. “The library, to me, was a sanctuary,” he … he got a tap on the shoulder from a library staff member. “Can I help you?” they asked John. After fumbling through a …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 1

… actions in advance), having some sort of rough road map can be extremely helpful. The goal isn’t to plot out every … you know need to happen for the story to work. (You don’t have to know what those scenes or conversations will look like - just that they exist.). A good road map can help motivate you to keep moving forward. What that …

Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence

… Online Presence Blog Body Physical storefront traffic is down, and may not rise quickly – or completely – to … and expanding all of your digital channels. If customers can’t easily find you, how can they buy your products? Here are our 4 favourite tips to …

Turn Old Memories Into New Gifts

… those memories, especially around the holidays. And if you can find a way to capture some of them as a gift, that’s … way to go, or you could also mount some photos in a shadowbox with other related trinkets (like a baby’s hospital … resource for converting and preserving your memories. You can scan old photos and negatives, convert old VHS tapes to …

How to Transform Yourself with Library Services

… If you have a dream and a Regina Public Library card, you can make your own projects just like this. Here’s everything … tutorials taught by recognized industry professionals. You can get full LinkedIn Learning tutorials for free with your … Digital Media Studio. After Effects is part of the Adobe Creative Suite of software and is a powerful tool for …

The Joy of Book Clubs

… Regina Public Library has eBooks and eAudiobooks that can be signed out on demand by your entire group at the same time. By using Hoopla , you can choose books for everyone, and they are always … War II Germany. I’ll Be Gone in the Dark Soon to be an HBO docuseries premiering on June 28 th chronicling the author’s …

Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies

… Neighborhood Tom Junod's Esquire profile of Fred Rogers, "Can You Say... Hero?" has been hailed as a classic of … with little business experience to speak of, knew he had to do something to shake things up. Baby boomers were taking to … prestigious and brutal race in the world, something no American car had ever done. Go Like Hell transports readers to a …

Make Settings Come Alive

… couch you’re sitting on. What else about your surroundings do you notice? The condition of the space. What are the … you to share with me the world you’re inhabiting, so I can be there too. When writing, you let the reader into the … take her. But if you don’t show her, she doesn’t know, she can’t get her bearings, and she may well not keep reading. …

Celebrate International Women's Day!

… inspire me in my own life, and ask myself how I could be doing more to lift up our voices, especially voices that … in battling for women’s rights shifted not only the American legal and labor systems closer to gender equality, but … I was moved so much by Habib’s personal story of coming to Canada as a refugee and looking for a place of safety and …

RPL Musical Instruments

… instrument collection is located at Central Library, in downtown Regina, with more instruments available at our Sherwood Village Branch. Note that we cannot ship instruments to other branches for pick up due to … your hold with your library card PIN. Instruments can be returned to the location they were borrowed from …

Acoustic Bass

… you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a …

Ukulele

Doumbek

… Doumbek Submitted by lreynish on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 20:45 … while you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … while you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a …

Banjo

Free legal information and resources at the library!

… at the library! Blog Body If you have legal needs but don’t know where to start, the Law Society of Saskatchewan … and teach you how to use legal resources. Their staff can refer you to organizations and lawyers that provide you … general legal research. We’ve also got helpful tools you can access from the comfort of your own home – or on the go! …

Freedom To Read Week turns 35!

… Freedom To Read Week turns 35! Blog Body Intellectual freedom … reading it. Every year in February, public libraries across Canada come together to raise awareness and encourage all Canadians to think about our freedom of expression …

Join the first global book club with #BigLibraryRead!

… 1st – 15th using the Overdrive or Libby app RPL customers can instantly borrow the ebook Homes: A Refugee Story with … and how a young boy survived a war zone and found safety in Canada. Homes was a Canada Reads selection this year, and a 2018 Governor …

Library consortium launches nation-wide eBook Club

… Library announces the launch of the inaugural One eRead Canada campaign, offered by the Canadian Urban Libraries Council / Conseil des Bibliothèques Urbaines du Canada (CULC/CBUC)’s from June 3 to 30, 2019. Attachment …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… of the beautiful pieces created by the students, you can experience the art in the book Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation (of course we have it in our collection. Do you even need to ask?) . The introduction reads, “Everyone can and should read, understand, and take up the Calls to …

Changes for Overdrive app users

… from the Apple, Google Play, and Microsoft app stores. You can continue using the app, but Overdrive won’t be updating … you may notice issues with functionality over time. You can still borrow Overdrive materials on Kobo e-readers. … Overdrive remains available through a web browser , and you can continue to recommend titles for purchase there. If you …

Xylophone

Mandolin

… Mandolin Submitted by lreynish on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 21:10 … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a …

You’re never alone with fall reading lists from RPL

… will soon be upon us and we’ll hunker into our cozy indoor spaces again, sipping spiced lattes and craving connection in our physically distant lives. Can I get a shoutout for all the fictional friends we still … smorgasbord. If you want more romance and laughter than you can get from Zoom dates and 2020 memes, turn to our list of …

10 Ingredients You Need To Write A Short Story With Your Kids.

… Choose a time and place. The best time is when everyone can be together and comfortable around the kitchen table or … to use the words contributed without editing, so everyone can hear ‘their’ voice. Spelling and grammar mistakes don’t matter. Brainstorm the kind of story you are going to …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… to write. I had the ideas but didn’t know how to get them down. But it hadn’t always been like that. When I was a … two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.” I can’t agree more. To get out of my slump of fifteen years, I … okay to make a mess. None of our words are set in stone. We can throw them out, change them, or rearrange them, but …

Betty's story: when giving is second nature.

… issues from paramedics to fundraising, and she generously donates to several charities, including Regina Public Library (RPL). “If I have skills that I can use to help, I will do that,” says Betty, for whom … a charitable contribution to Regina Public Library, you can complete our online donation form , or visit our Fund …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 2

… to the reader. Characters need to want something that they can't immediately acquire or achieve. And there have to be … fundamental incompatibility of their chosen paths. Conflict can also arise from internal and external forces: a … choices they might otherwise not make. Bonus Tip: If you don’t know a character’s name, just put in a placeholder. If …

Yes, we do stuff like that

… Yes, we do stuff like that Blog Body A lot has changed at RPL since … performance by musician Rae Spoon - in my living room. I can’t tell you how nice it was to experience live music again, without the extra stress that can come with going out these days. Chances are, if you …

National Indigenous Peoples Day

… achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada. We’re excited to invite families to learn more about … - Beading is a cultural art form that holds great significance for Indigenous people. Learn Indigenous beading … - Celebrate NIPD by creating your own button. Children can create & colour an Indigenous design then make their own …

Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources

… Extension Activities Here are some activities you can choose to include in your DIY Storytime: Jan Brett … drawing fun Pete the Cat themed activities Scholastic Canada themed activities with all your favourite characters Find educational library resources you can get from anywhere. Blog Images Enter Youtube/Vimeo Video …

Smells like back to school season

… of our favourite school support resources. But September can’t be all about schoolwork – so we also put together … online tutor between the 3:00 PM and midnight. Students can even upload documents for review by a writing expert! There are also …

Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule

… the reader close and get them inside our characters so they can feel what the character feels. Like if I write, Minna … sadness or anxiety, a feeling of why bother? It pressed down on her and made it hard to get out of bed—which was the … dynamics and pacing in the story. Is there anything you can take away from their style to improve your own work? …

Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons

… or from CERB/EI. This is the cornerstone of your plan. You can't make any other financial decision until you know what … during this period of time to free up cash flow. Step 3: Do your taxes. Ensure you apply for the extra benefits (i.e. … TFSA savings first. Don’t take money from your RRSP if you can help it. Put all of this cash into one savings account. …

Writing Help at RPL

… opportunity to share with you a bit about myself and what I can offer to beginner and established writers in Regina and the surrounding communities. What does the writer-in-residence do? Well, my job at the library … get started. Do you see yourself in that list somewhere? I can help you with your project, no matter what your genre or …

Black Lives Matter Education

… has many relevant titles timely to this discussion that you can find here . I especially recommend Ken Burns’ The Central Park Five , the Oscar-nominated documentary I Am Not Your Negro and Stranger Fruit , a … to dismantle the privilege within themselves so that they can stop (often unconsciously) inflicting damage on people …

Start Your Library Resolution with These Services

… energy on. It's not that they are necessarily bad in small doses, but many of us don't feel great after scrolling … why we put together this list of library services you can use to replace that wasted screen time. Next time you … and Spanish. There are countless other applications you can access with your library card. C heck out the many …