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21 things you may not know about the Indian Act : helping Canadians make reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples a reality

—Joseph, Robert P. C., 1963- author.

2018

Book

"Based on a viral article, 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act is the essential guide to understanding the legal document and its repercus...

21 Things You May Not Know About The Indian Act : Helping Canadians Make Reconciliation With Indigenous Peoples A Reality

—Joseph, Robert P. C., 1963- author.

2018

EBook

A guide to understanding the Indian Act and its impact on generations of Indigenous Peoples, as well as an examination of how Indigenous Peoples can r...

Inside bioterror

2010

DVD

They are some of the most lethal substances on earth--transmitted through food, water, the people around you or even the air you breathe. These are bi...

The telomere effect a revolutionary approach to living younger, healthier, longer

—Blackburn, Elizabeth H. (Elizabeth Helen), 1948- author.

2017

Book On CD

"Have you wondered why some 60-year olds look and feel like 40-year-olds and why some 40-year-olds look and feel like 60-year-olds? While many factors...

Silent witness. The complete season 23

2020

DVD

Discover bizarre truths about victims' final moments from a woman's horrific encounter that only DNA analysis can untangle, to the cosmetic clinic tha...

Silent witness. The complete season 21

2019

DVD

Discover bizarre truths about victims' final moments from a woman's horrific encounter that only DNA analysis can untangle, to the cosmetic clinic tha...

Into the mist : a novel

—Cast, P. C., author.

2022

Book

"The world as we know it ends when an attack on the U.S. unleashes bombs that deliver fire and biological destruction. Along with sonic detonations an...

Fly into the wind : how to harness faith and fearlessness on your ascent to greatness

—Rooney, Dan, Lieutenant Colonel, author.

2020

Large Print

"F-16 fighter pilot, American hero, Fold Of Honor founder and family man Dan Rooney delivers a code for living-an inspirational call-to-action to help...

Fly into the wind : how to harness faith and fearlessness on your ascent to greatness

—Rooney, Dan, Lieutenant Colonel, author.

2020

Book

"F-16 fighter pilot, American hero, Fold Of Honor founder and family man Dan Rooney delivers a code for living-an inspirational call-to-action to help...

I hate everyone--starting with me

—Rivers, Joan.

2012

Book

"Joan Rivers, comedienne, actress, jewelry monger, lives by the golden rule: Do unto others before they do unto you--and for God's sakes, do it funny!...

Death And The Girl Next Door Darklight Series, Book 1.

—Jones, Darynda.

2012

EAudiobook

Darynda Jones, author of The New York Times bestselling series that began with First Grave on the Right , brings us Death and the Girl Next Door ,...

Dangerous Destiny Night Sky Series, Book .5.

—Brockmann, Suzanne.

2014

EBook

"Original and exciting, Night Sky propels readers into a dangerous future. Loved it." -Melissa Marr, New York Times bestselling author of Made Fo...

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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 … that an object takes up. Then the fun begins! Now, you can use that information for a zillion different things. Q: How …

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 … in this, the 74th annual Hunger Games! Err…my bad. *nervous laugh* This years marks the 20th edition of Canada Reads …

John Ware Reclaimed

… Reclaimed Blog Body Documenting the rich history of African-Canadians in the Prairies is a formidable task, given … the United States during the Jim Crow era – a time when the US legal system enforced racial segregation and sought to … art of Black Canadian storytelling. And check out the upcoming programs, organized by Dunlop Art Gallery and RPL …

All Candidates Meet and Greet

… All Candidates Meet and Greet Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:53 Add Description … Regina constituents will be able to interact with candidates for the federal election representing all parties …

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 …

Let's Talk About Racism

… Let's Talk About Racism Blog Body Racism and racial injustice have been all over the media in recent 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 …

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 … Reading for prizes doesn’t have to be challenging – just fun! Here are some tips on setting reading goals that … 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 … in a small village in Italy called Jelsi. Since coming to Canada at the age of four, I have lived in Montreal, … a farm outside Gananoque, known as the Gateway to the Thousand Islands. These days, I write mostly poetry and …

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

… trend, are a great tool to track your reading goals because they’re so flexible. That’s why we’ve put one 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!

… 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

… 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 … of your lifestyle habits to see if there are any simple adjustments you can make to help improve your mental health. …

Write a novel in November

… writing. The challenge being to draft an entire novel in just one month. Why do it? For 30 wild and exciting days, you … 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 RPL, you will …

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 … six months as of November 13, 2024, you can vote in the upcoming municipal election! Here's how... Register to vote … voting faster at the polls. Check your registration status or register as a voter online to receive your voter …

The Top 3 Steps To Cash Flow Survival For Small Businesses

… The Top 3 Steps To Cash Flow Survival For Small Businesses Blog Body The Top 3 Steps To Cash Flow Survival … 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 …

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 … annually since 1954, the Cannes Lions are the most prestigious international creative communications awards in the …

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 … pm - Film School: Belonging as Resistance , an online discussion with filmmakers Laurie Townshend and Janine Windolph … Art Gallery's Director and Curator, Alyssa Fearon, discuss upcoming RPL Black History Month films and events in her …

Free Career and Entrepreneurial Resources

… Blog Body As the COVID-19 pandemic affects all aspects of Canadians’ life, many of us are practicing social distancing. Some of us may be … Wills and Estates During Covid-19 Check out the upcoming workshop by personal finance Shannon Lee Simmons on …

Regina's Most Loved Books of 2019

… checkouts in 2019. Adult Fiction 2019 was the year of “the usual suspects” for fiction titles. Lots of favorite and … 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

… 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 …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… (and the RPL cheer squad): The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative , by Florence … 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 …

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) …

RPL hosts expert panel to discuss legalization of cannabis.

… RPL hosts expert panel to discuss legalization of cannabis. Submitted by Anonymous (not … leaves and shortening days. After a lengthy process, cannabis will be legalized, and Saskatchewan plans to issue …

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) …

Hearing Loops at RPL

… AcccessAbility Week: RPL has hearing loops! Helpful for customers who experience hearing loss, hearing 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 …

Commit to meaningful and lasting reconciliation

… National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR),previously known as Orange Shirt Day , is a day to honour … 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 I’m going, it feels great to be out of the house, especially when I’m at the museum. It’s one of the … 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

… a girl, a dragon, and a prophecy. Another dragon story, House of Dragons by Jessica Cluess, is about five royal houses … 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

… 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 mother and grandmothers who taught me housewifely skills that I haven’t used much in the past few …

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 … an email with a personalized booklist. The more you tell us about the books you love, the better we can put together …

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 … trips to the library a breeze! Your digital library card can be used at any RPL checkout station. Multiple library cards can …

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

… Indigenous Voices brings the best of Canadian Indigenous writers to … 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 … Folk Festival come together to present a conversation with Canadian-Colombian musician Lido Pimienta and Regina-based …

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 mental excellence and ways to enhance performance during …

Regina Public Library can help you buy a business

… Regina Public Library can help you buy a business Submitted by kbalkwill on Thu, 12/07/2023 - 10:51 … a business in 2024. Applications are now open to qualified candidates. Attachment …

How Parents Can Teach Through Play

… How Parents Can Teach Through Play Blog Body Liam was only 10-days-old … connect with her son. As parents, it's tempting to only focus on learning objectives and finding ways to inject lessons … child. Sheila says, “Liam likes anything about machines. It can be cars, trucks, tractors—that is his biggest love. And …

Acoustic Guitar

… Acoustic Guitar Submitted by lreynish on Thu, 05/17/2018 - … 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 …

Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian

… Here are my top tips! Why give an ereader a try? Many of us ‘book people’ love the feeling of paper, but ereaders … 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 …

Support For The New School Year

… 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 skills or concepts. Brainfuse is a great resource to turn to because it offers live, …

Goodbye Overdrive App

… Libby has Notify Me tags next to titles we don’t own. Use the tag to send us an alert that you’re interested … 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

… plectrum or bare fingers. The pickups on an electric guitar use the vibrations of the strings to generate sound signals. … 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 …

Create Your Own Sourdough Starter!

… been stuck inside staring at an increasingly ‘lived in’ house. Maybe we’ve been away from loved ones, or maybe we’re … 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

… Blog Body Celebrate your freedom to read! Every February, Canadian libraries come together to raise awareness about … of intellectual freedom. Intellectual freedom gives us the right to decide what we read, watch, and listen to … 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 … Video (Responsive)."]} 3D Printing (free for in-studio use only) 3D Printing is free for in-studio printing that is …

Transnational Convergences in African Digital Art

… Transnational Convergences in African Digital Art … 2008 This catalogue documents the … investigated the existence of transnational spaces in African digital art and the ways in which these works promote African identities that allow for wider, transnational …

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 possible you’ve put off investing or … 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 Reid Group. The entire poll and results are reproduced …

Canadian Research Index

… Canadian Research Index … Find citations for Canadian research reports and government documents. Links … reports; and 3) monographs and serials issued by Statistics Canada. …

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 … Helen Marzolf Description: 58 pages; 13 colour, 23 b&w illustrations Essay: Helen Marzolf ISBN: 0-920085-29-6 …

Printing and Scanning

… Printing and Scanning … Print Options Log into an RPL public computer or … computer and the printer with the same credentials: either username or card number . Log into the print service website … app on your personal device. Tip: If you print often, this can be a good option. Stay logged in with your library …

Bongo Drums

… Info The bongo is a small, two drum, open bottomed, percussion instrument, averaging about 47 cm in length. It is … 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 …

Cajon

… 05/17/2018 - 20:03 Service Info Cajons are box-like percussion instruments that are played by striking the flat … 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 …

Canadian Major Dailies

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

American Illustrator

… American Illustrator … Kernan, J. F. (1990) American illustrator J. F. Kernan (1878-1958) specialized in images of …

Violin

… a bow back and forth across the strings. The strings can also be plucked by bare fingers and thumb. Violins have a wide range of applications in music from Orchestral to Country fiddle and Heavy Metal. When … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a …

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 … to protect it. You will also receive a power adapter, a music rest and usage manuals for the keyboard. If you borrow … you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a …

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

… Panel discussions: how can Regina support a healthy, revitalized … hosted by Regina Public Library (RPL) and Regina Downtown Business Improvement District (RDBID) bring local stakeholders together to have open discussion on the health and well-being of Regina’s downtown. …

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 are pretty excited about the announcement … title, For Whom the Ball Rolls , will be coming out in August. Here’s a list of funny animal graphic novels to keep …

Flags of Unsung Countries opens at Dunlop Art Gallery

… Countries opens at Dunlop Art Gallery Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 08:19 Add Description … 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 …

Support Indigenous Business

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

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 motivation and creativity as the world turns from … new ways to better myself and refresh my goals. And RPL can help me with all of that! The library has offerings …

Advance your career with soft skills for the workplace

… skills for the workplace Blog Body LinkedIn Learning isn't just about tech skills and coding. It offers courses on a … 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 …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… always looking out for things that will inspire our young customers to learn and discover. This year, most have had to … In the winter, there are six constellations that can usually be viewed: Orion, Canis Major, Canis Minor, … open-air ideas on our Outdoor Fun booklist , or at our upcoming children’s program Get Outside Adventures with …

How to (Prepare to) Write a Novel

… are not supposed to go anywhere near those subjects clustered under “science”. I guess the idea is that developing … best, as the saying goes. What I didn’t expect was what I can only describe as the theatre of the sciences (including … 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 … English. This barrier made it hard to make friends and adjust to life at a new high school in a different culture. “I … 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

… might help you get started on your novel (and keep going). Use a road map Whether you’re a “pantser” (someone who likes … actions in advance), having some sort of rough road map can be extremely helpful. The goal isn’t to plot out every … 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

… Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence Blog Body Physical storefront … 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

… them as a family, trying to figure out which of the cousins was hiding under the table in that shot from Grandma … those memories, especially around the holidays. And if you can find a way to capture some of them as a gift, that’s … 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

… one of our staff members into the witch Maleficent using services we offer. Get inspired! 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 …

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 …

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 … taken the reins of his grandfather’s company with little business experience to speak of, knew he had to do something … 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

… quality of the silence and what it suggests. A pregnant pause? The calm before the storm? Peace? Thirty below, and as … 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!

… Body This year’s International Woman’s Day theme is a rousing call to action to #BreakTheBias by celebrating women’s … 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

… RPL Musical Instruments Submitted by admin on Wed, 05/09/2018 - … 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

… Acoustic Bass Submitted by lreynish on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 17:26 … 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

… The strings are made of nylon or gut. The ukulele is usually plucked and strummed with bare fingers and thumb. … 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 …

Doumbek

… or goblet drum, is a goblet shaped, hollow body percussion instrument with a single head stretched over the top. … 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

… featured in Folk, Bluegrass, Irish traditional and Country music. When you borrow a banjo from RPL, you will receive it … 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 …

Free legal information and resources at the library!

… to help you find legal information 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!

… turns 35! Blog Body Intellectual freedom means that each of us has the right to decide what we read, watch and listen to … 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!

… Regina Public Library is one of them! From April 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 …

Library consortium launches nation-wide eBook Club

… launches nation-wide eBook Club Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 06:52 Add Description … Library announces the launch of the inaugural One eRead Canada campaign, offered by the Canadian Urban Libraries Council / Conseil des Bibliothèques …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… Board, and Heritage Community Association will launch a discussion series based on the Calls to Action for Truth and … of the beautiful pieces created by the students, you can experience the art in the book Igniting the Spirit of … 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

… Changes for Overdrive app users Blog Body Overdrive, one of our main providers of … 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. …

Xylophone

… Xylophones are mainly featured in Orchestral music but sometimes find their way into popular music, a … 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 …

Mandolin

… or bare fingers. Mandolins are found in many styles of music all over the world. A famous example of mandolin in … 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

… lists from RPL Blog Body The cool weather will soon be upon us and we’ll hunker into our cozy indoor spaces again, … 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 … be the scribe? It’s important for the person writing to use the words contributed without editing, so everyone can hear ‘their’ voice. Spelling and grammar mistakes don’t …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… know my story well enough, so I’d avoid it. Or I was exhausted, stressed out, or lazy. The most devilish cause was my … 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.

… to 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 … to make choices they might otherwise not make. Bonus Tip: If you don’t know a character’s name, just put in a …

Yes, we do stuff like that

… we offer – and I’m not the only one. I know this because nearly every conversation I’ve had about the library in … 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

… National Indigenous Peoples Day Blog Body Tansi National Indigenous Peoples … 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 …

Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources

… TumbleBooks , Bookflix , and Storyline Online . Or, use any of the books you have in your home! Action Rhymes … 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 …

Smells like back to school season

… means families are scrambling to get into the routine of bus schedules, bag lunches, and getting to know new teachers. … 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! …

Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule

… Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule Blog Body Greetings from … the reader close and get them inside our characters so they can feel what the character feels. Like if I write, Minna … 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

… During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons Blog Body Many of us are worried about our finances during COVID-19, and … or from CERB/EI. This is the cornerstone of your plan. You can't make any other financial decision until you know what … 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 … ways, People working on memoirs and family history, A famous poet, A well-published writer working on a book about the … mystery writing, magazine writing and much more. Upcoming writing programs I’ll be hosting two writing …

Black Lives Matter Education

… platform Kanopy has many relevant titles timely to this discussion that you can find here . I especially recommend Ken Burns’ The … to dismantle the privilege within themselves so that they can stop (often unconsciously) inflicting damage on people …

Start Your Library Resolution with These Services

… Library Resolution with These Services Blog Body Many of us feel pressure to keep up with digital time wasters—the … 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 …