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Start Your Library Resolution with These Services

… feel great after scrolling through Facebook rants or Instagram stories for hours and hours. That's why we put together … Regina Public Library card. PressReader Get an endless stream of top news stories to read, discuss, and share. … Leader-Post, The Globe and Mail, and much more. Kanopy Stream the best movies, classic films, world cinema, and …

Give the joy of reading

… joy of reading Blog Body RPL storytimes and children’s programs are staple activities for families from all over Regina. Besides being a fun way to connect with other families, these programs also create opportunities for …

Two-Way Learning: Police Read to Children

… at the library and in schools. The Cops and Readers program is a partnership with Regina Police Service, and it’s an … age is really crucial to success and education.” The program involves officers reading, playing games, and doing craft activities with young children at the …

How I Improved My Photography at the Library

… only that, but this holiday season my friends and family suddenly took interest in my photos, often asking me … the kind of work that anyone can do using mostly automatic camera modes. More often than not, I wasn't making meaningful photos that tell stories and frame the world in an emotional and interesting way. For …

Level Up! Your Learning This Summer

… online-only environment. As a parent, this is something I am grappling with myself as I look ahead to the summer, and try to figure out how I am going to help my children maintain their learning, while … that we are all feeling. That is one of the main reasons I am so excited about Level Up! It is Regina Public Library’s …

Educator empowering parents to support their child's learning

National Indigenous Peoples Day

… and Métis peoples in Canada. We’re excited to invite families to learn more about Indigenous traditions, music, … Indigenous Peoples Day Kid’s Zone , on June 21 from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm. We’ll be hosting all kinds of activities, … Cart from Metis Knowledge Keeper, George Fayant. Inuit Games - In the harsh northern environment of the Arctic, …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… it hadn’t always been like that. When I was a teenager, it came easy. I sat down and the words poured out of me. Then, … what was wrong, I’d have told you writer’s block was to blame. I believed something was stopping me from doing the … existence. They taught me to write, to get past the log jam of bad ideas, and refine my process. If I had continued …

Learning Shouldn’t Be a Luxury

… interests and my heart.” The library allowed her and her family to freely access new ideas and further their learning. … Jessie found out more about what was available through programming, activities, and special groups, she became a library super fan. To her, the library provides …

How to Transform Yourself with Library Services

… using services we offer. Get inspired! If you have a dream and a Regina Public Library card, you can make your own … comics, and music, are available from anywhere using streaming services like library2go and hoopla from a computer or … library card from anywhere. Green screen, lighting, and camera equipment In order to get the final shots of Katie …

Journaling for writers

… what’s going on in my current writing project and how I am feeling about it (this is … necessary) Let's focus on the … for the Writer in Residence Showcase on May 17. Go easy - Pam Bustin, Writer in Residence Blog Images Short Title …

The Benefits of Pancake Science (and Online Programming)

… The Benefits of Pancake Science (and Online Programming) Blog Body When the COVID closures began, I must … I was a bit skeptical about participating in online programming. How would people interact? Would my children lose … the first session, they tried out a drawing challenge program. After entering the Zoom meeting, the children were …

Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence

… content management, and online marketing strategies. Programs you may want to get better at using include Photoshop, … . Find the full roster of Small Business Week programs and many more business resources at …

Build your tech skills to excel at work

… who can provide feedback on assignments and a final exam. Check out their Introductory Excel and Advanced Excel …

Regina Public Library and University of Regina team up to discuss connection between literacy and lifelong learning

… Regina Public Library and University of Regina team up to discuss connection between literacy and lifelong …

Fighting summer slide

… issue. Studies show that there is an income divide in how damaging summer slide is for students, and that summer slide … achievement. There are ways to prevent summer slide - namely, making sure that children and teens spend time in the … than you might think. According to the Scholastic Kids and Family Reading Report , 76 per cent of children ages 6-17 …

Electric Guitar

… to generate sound signals. The signals are then sent to an amplifier to produce the sound. Electric guitars can also be … it. You will also receive a pick, a strap, a tuner, an amplifier with a case, a cable to connect the guitar to the amplifier and a power adapter. An instrument in good …

Free Career and Entrepreneurial Resources

… Public Library has a wide range of free resources and programs available to meet your specific needs. Here is how we … may need help with certain technologies such as Microsoft Team, Skype for Business, QuickBooks cloud, Zoom, Webex, and … to improve your skills and get prepared for your next dream job, make sure you spend time exploring our LinkedIn …

How To Find The Next Great Series

… a group of young female entrepreneurs and the hijinks and drama they encounter while starting up their babysitting … business. Once I found a series that fit, reading became a passion for me. I went from Kristy, Claudia, Stacey … read and are a reader. Series books also offer comfort and familiarity to readers – when they pick up a book from a …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… for your next reading marathon Blog Body Confession: I am not a runner. I fall firmly into the “reading is my cardio” camp. But one of my favourite things I’ve done with the … Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative , by Florence Williams “Part of the reason I love running is that it gets me …

Homework and Learning Help

… to 12. Students can also submit their writing to receive grammar help. From 3:00 PM to 11:59pm daily, students can …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… Nature in Winter Blog Body As the Lead of Children’s Programming at RPL, I am always looking out for things that will inspire our young … during the pandemic. Of course, it’s easy for the family to get stuck inside when the cold weather hits, but …

LinkedIn Learning

… Certificates of Completion will not include your name due to privacy controls when accessing through the …

Learning Resources

… Learning Resources … History Indigenous Peoples: North America : Collections from Canadian and American institutions, providing insight into the cultural, …

Need professional accreditation? The library has your back.

… certificate or help with preparing for an upcoming exam? Our professional development resources have you covered, … , and more. LinkedIn Learning also has many practice exams to help you prep for taking your certification exams. Practice exams allow you to test your knowledge, …

Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons

… Hope to see you there! Find more business and finance programming . Courtney from Community Engagement and Programming Blog Images Short Title Shannon Lee Simmons Select … Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming Marketing Tags Events Services …

Library Therapy: Finding Joy Through Empathy

… for someone like him and his level of autism. For Matty’s family, the library offers a safe place and a stable plan, … To him, the library staff members are like an extended family. The learning experience goes both ways, as staff have … below: Blog Images Enter Youtube/Vimeo Video Id's afuJrDs84Gk Short Title Finding Joy Through Empathy Select Blog …

Digital Keyboard

Violin

Advance your career with soft skills for the workplace

… minutes, but there are also full, multi-part training programs. And the best part? Everything is free with your library … courses like: Creating Psychological Safety for Diverse Teams Communication Skills for Modern Management Management … 6-week courses with assignments and a final exam. Courses typically start once a month, so you can choose …

Most-read eBooks for 2021

… popular mystery titles were A Time for Mercy by John Grisham, The Sentinel by Lee Child, and The Rose Code by Kate Quinn. The romance genre came a close second: top romance titles included The Giver of … Nomadland by Jessica Bruder, A Promised Land by Barack Obama, and Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey. Top three eBook …

Acoustic Bass

Ukulele

… Category String Tutorials • Ukulele Lessons: Fundamentals (LinkedIn Learning course free with your library …

Bongo Drums

… fingers. Bongos feature primarily in Afro-Cuban and Latin American styles of music. When you borrow a set of … fingers. Bongos feature primarily in Afro-Cuban and Latin American styles of music. When you borrow a set of …

Banjo

… instrument with a thin membrane stretched over a circular frame, averaging about 97 cm in length. They are played by … instrument with a thin membrane stretched over a circular frame, averaging about 97 cm in length. They are played by …

Mandolin

… are eight to twelve stringed instruments in the lute family averaging about 69 cm in length. They feature courses … are found in many styles of music all over the world. A famous example of mandolin in popular music is Losing my Religion …

Acoustic Guitar

Commit to meaningful and lasting reconciliation

… , is a day to honour residential school survivors, their families, their communities, and the children who never …

How Parents Can Teach Through Play

… How Parents Can Teach Through Play Blog Body Liam was only 10-days-old when his mother, Sheila, got him his … that you’re never too young to start learning and get familiar with new perspectives and experiences. That early … why the now five-year-old reads at an advanced level. For Liam, a day at the library means fun and excitement, whether …

Support For The New School Year

… can help you out. The resources below will help your family ease into learning in this challenging environment. It … And as always, mental health should be a priority for all families, so if you are feeling overwhelmed, we have print … booklists for you, and Thrive Counselling through Regina Family Services , where people can access free, immediate …

Going Down the Summer Slide

… lot more, so the loss is greater. Children from low-income families are also disproportionately affected by the summer … and graphic novels for children. 2. Make time to play. Games and puzzles are a fun way to brush up on the basics. Register for one of our many children’s STEAM programs to play games while exploring engineering, math, …

Betty's story: when giving is second nature.

… volunteered with organizations devoted to issues from paramedics to fundraising, and she generously donates to … her the importance of helping others, and they led by example. “The volunteerism came from my parents,” she says. “They were involved in …

We've got a new look!

… colourful, and more in keeping with the services and programs our library offers today, and what we hope to bring you … big “L” shape, for library, of course! a set of picture frames, representing the library as a “window” to the world, … to discover, learn, and connect. You’ll see these frames a lot in our promotions, photos, and information about …

Let's Talk About Racism

… from my ‘to read’ list are: Angry Queer Somali Boy b y Mohamed Abdulkarim Ali I’ve Been Meaning to Tell You: A Letter to My Daughter by David Chariandy Shame on Me: An Anatomy of Race and Belonging by Tessa … happening in your community or circle of friends. For example, we’re launching a new online discussion series called …

Cajon

… Cajons are featured in many types of music including Latin American, Cuban, Afro-Peruvian, Flamenco, Jazz and Country. When you borrow a cajon from RPL, … Cajons are featured in many types of music including Latin American, Cuban, Afro-Peruvian, Flamenco, Jazz and Country. …

Djembe

… (virtual djembe) • Djembe Rhythms (Google Play) (rhythm examples) • Djembe Fola African Percussion (Google Play) …

Doumbek

… to the Doumbek (beginning tips and tricks) • Arabic Maqam World (information, notation and sound clips of Arabic …

Xylophone

… instruments with wooden or fiberglass bars attached to a frame. Each bar is a single note. The instrument is played by … music but sometimes find their way into popular music, a famous example being Somebody that I Used to Know by Gotye. When …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… October 23rd Courtney from Community Engagement and Programming Blog Images Short Title Igniting the Spirit of … Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming Marketing Tags Reconciliation …

Home Study Resources

Check Out These Virtual Tours, Museums, and Activities

… and Activities Blog Body Sick of being stuck in the same place with nowhere to go? Escape with this list of tours … Art (New York) — MOMA Through Time Van Gogh Museum (Amsterdam) — Virtual tour of the museum and individual artworks …

Create Your Own Sourdough Starter!

… company, Ashley Schmalenberg to give us some tips. The program is called Creating & Maintaining A Sourdough Culture From … expert help. If you could too, I’ll see you at the program! Ariadne - Central Library Blog Images Short Title … Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming Marketing Tags Events Services …

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

… to honour those who survived residential schools and their families, and to acknowledge that Every Child Matters. It’s a … historical impact on Indigenous people in order to create champions who will walk a path of reconciliation through … of The Orange Shirt Story for ages 4-6. Non Fiction They Came for the Children Canada, Aboriginal Peoples, and …

Like stories set in WWII? Try these

… Soviet Russia, bold and reckless Nina Markova joins the infamous Night Witches—an all-female bomber regiment—wreaking … the photographs and quickly leaves the station. Grace soon learns that the suitcase belonged to a woman named Eleanor … separated from the other women prisoners, Cilka quickly learns that power equals survival. When the war is over and …

How a City Councillor Found His Voice at the Library

… the words. One day, he was looking at books trying to find familiar Polish words or connect pictures to new concepts. … him along his path to learning, making friends, joining teams, and getting more involved. Today, John uses his … a city councillor to make new Canadians feel welcome. Programs like Community Connection in partnership with the city …

Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources

… Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources Blog Body Create your own Family Storytime at home with your loved ones. Your friends … are some additional resources and ideas to help get your family started. Happy storytelling! Opening and Closing Songs …

Getting out of your comfort zone

… was one of them. It’s an eye-opening, emotional book that examines the lives and deaths of seven Indigenous students in … Indigenous Voices The library offers Indigenous programming and resources year-round. Visit our Reconciliation …

Cozy Cooking

… headfirst into all the comforting recipes I can find. Cinnamon and ginger, maple and apple are the flavour … them are the ones we turn to when we get together as a family, and that food conjures up memories from childhood and … Cooking together is also a great way to pass on those family traditions and create new ones. Some of our recipes …

5 Investment Tips We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves

… If you’re able to, start small with what you have. A modest amount of money can grow exponentially over time thanks to … move for the investor. Instead, try investing small amounts of money on a scheduled basis, like clockwork. It’s … likely have the option to automatically divert a fixed amount from every paycheck into the plan. Also, any income …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 3

… to begin writing. Make sure to check out our NaNoWriMo programs , going on all month long! Blog Images Short Title 3 …

Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule

… author uses these modes of storytelling to set up scene dynamics and pacing in the story. Is there anything you can …

John Ware Reclaimed

… often through violent means of suppression. Black migrants came to the Prairies seeking refuge, hoping to establish … Canada offered hope and new possibilities. While mainstream retellings of African-Canadian history focus heavily on … RPL Collection and joining us for thought-provoking programs. Regina Public Library has recently added the following …

Writing Help at RPL

… and even horrifying ways, People working on memoirs and family history, A famous poet, A well-published writer working on a book about … magazine writing and much more. Upcoming writing programs I’ll be hosting two writing programs in the coming …

RPL Musical Instruments

… to other branches for pick up due to the risk of damage. Find and place a hold on an instrument using our … to other branches for pick up due to the risk of damage. Find and place a hold on an instrument using our …

Volunteer at RPL

… Services unit. Our award-winning volunteer tutor program provides English language and literacy learning support … and skills in a safe, learner-led environment. Programs include: One-to-one Tutors: Currently accepting … accepting volunteers for this weekly inclusive program for adult learners with intellectual disabilities. …

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

… your goal, you’re more likely to give up on it. For example, “read for one hour of reading each day” becomes “read … enticing than “read three differing perspectives on recent American politics.” But the opposite would be true if your … T - Time-bound: Use a deadline to motivate yourself. For example, “read one book a month” becomes “read one book a …

New friends in Saskatchewan

… to lead Ukrainian Newcomer Information Sessions. This program is filled with translated presentations, created by … English language learning, and information about family literacy and programming. We’ve had help from partners in the community: …

RPL Launches One-of-a-Kind Digital Media Studio

Regina Public Library strives to increase financial literacy in the community

… for college to planning for retirement, personal finance dramatically impacts our lives. At a time when Canadians are …

World Autism Awareness Day Reading

… Odd Girl Out: my extraordinary autistic life, by Laura James The PDA Paradox: the highs and lows of my life on a … part of the autism spectrum, by Harry Thompson Pam - Collections Blog Images Short Title Read for Autism …

Dickie Yuzicapi named library's first Indigenous Storyteller in Residence

… Dickie Yuzicapi named library's first Indigenous Storyteller in Residence … as the first Indigenous Storyteller in Residence. The program provides an opportunity for the community to access …

Indigenous Voices: Sharing Our Stories

Family Road Trips

… Family Road Trips Blog Body My memories from childhood of family road trips are mostly made up of me fighting in the … with my sister, and complaining when my dad played the same Bruce Springsteen tape over and over again. At the …

"Try the library once, and you are hooked!"

… Blog Body Regan is more than a library donor. He is a true ambassador. “I can’t remember a time I didn’t use the … he says. “My parents would take us as children. Later I came to borrow books and I was so surprised by all the … and he isn’t shy about it, often inviting friends to programs and events such as Hot Topics . His reason for …

Stream the best in movies and documentaries

… Stream the best in movies and documentaries Blog Body We are … Public Library has launched Kanopy , an on-demand streaming service that offers the best in world cinema, … of quality and thoughtful entertainment for the whole family. You will also get unlimited access to The Great …

Flags of Unsung Countries opens at Dunlop Art Gallery

The magic of musical storytelling

… of storytelling through music with the Regina Symphony Chamber Players. Courtney - Community Engagement Blog Images … Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming Marketing Tags Children Music Events …

Rhonda Donais named library's Indigenous Storyteller in Residence

… Rhonda Donais named library's Indigenous Storyteller in Residence Submitted …

Reading while farming

… Saskatchewan, is also a Saskatchewan grain farmer. His family farms on 4000 acres of land - roughly the playing area of 4000 American football fields! He’s passionate about telling … about the future. Tried as F*ck by Caroline Dooner This examines much of our work culture to the extreme in a humorous …

Five Library Resources to Help Write Your Feature Film

… an idea for the silver screen? Do you want to see your name in the credits? Are you hoping to one day accept your … , this is the book for you. Vogler’s book uses Joseph Campbell’s Hero With a Thousand Faces as a jumping-off point …

Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats

… are many kinds to suit every taste. There are histories, dramas, comedies, and more in the graphic novel format. As … graphic novels to choose from. Here’s a list of titles I am super excited about, and I hope your kids enjoy them too! … finds himself torn between two worlds. The Crossover by Kwame Alexander A graphic novel adaptation of Alexander’s …

Regina Public Library sees spike in digital card signups

… eBooks and other content, learning opportunities, and program experiences. Attachment MEDIA …

Jeopardy! winner and CBC host to hold discussion about media literacy

… conversation with Jeremy Simes from The Canadian Press and Sam Maciag from CBC Saskatchewan. They’ll discuss how the …

"The library keeps me company"

… "The library keeps me company" Blog Body We have a friend named Bob who is a library user and a regular donor. We … “The library keeps me company on my walks and for that I am thankful,” said Bob. “When I go for my walk, I listen to … from the library. Books, eBooks, DVDs, CDs, online programming, movies – you name it and I use it, all because of my …

Award winning author, advocate, to speak on civil discourse

10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Diversity

… a friend of another background to teach you how to make a family recipe over a video chat. 3. Learn how to say “nice to … using Mango Languages . 4. Listen in on this livestreamed Artist Talk between two creators with Indigenous roots: … of Hearing Students at Winston Knoll Collegiate. 5. Stream music from around the globe using Naxos World . 6. …

12 days of Bookmas

… to curl up and read. This year we asked our Collections team to tell us what books they are reading this December to … According to the ghost story told by Kit’s basketball teammate, Daphne is a former student who died mysteriously, … minds to live. Day 8: Apartment 713 by Kevin Sylvester – Family Friendship, mystery, time travel and a building that …

The best show in August

… I was able to capture one by chance using my smartphone camera. But these brief streaks of light are actually meteors … streak of light. Where should I look? Meteor showers are named after the constellation from which they appear. The … at night photography, even if it’s just with your phone camera, like me. LinkedIn Learning has just the course to get …

Smells like back to school season

… to school season Blog Body It’s September, and that means families are scrambling to get into the routine of bus schedules, bag … To make the back-to-school hustle less overwhelming, we came up with a quick list of our favourite school support …

Support Indigenous Business

… since the Calls to Action for Truth and Reconciliation came out in 2015. One of the things I can do immediately is … Indigenous businesses. With the help of the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce’s directory, I found out there are over 60 … businesses in our province, visit the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce’s directory ! Courtney from Community …

Little Bird TV Series and the Sixties Scoop

… of Indigenous children taken from their homes and families, placed in foster homes, and often adopted out to non-Indigenous families across Canada, the US, Western Europe, Australia, … 1980s. This mass removal of Indigenous children from their families and cultural displacement caused deeply rooted …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 2

… desires will put them at tension due to some fundamental incompatibility of their chosen paths. Conflict can … not make. Bonus Tip: If you don’t know a character’s name, just put in a placeholder. If you don’t know enough … you need to. Make sure to check out our NaNoWriMo programs , going on all month long! Read Part 3 Blog Images Short …

Soulslike lore and more!

… and is as old as written language, like in The Epic of Gilgamesh , written over 4000 years ago, and evolved with human … like Beowulf , The Odyssey , and King Arthur. Video games are a natural continuation and use The Hero’s Journey as the catalyst for the plot of the game. Video games offer an immersive storytelling approach …

Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists

… for a particular audience. One of my RPL colleagues, for example, has a huge appetite for children’s literature; she’s …

Yes, we do stuff like that

… working here 10 years ago, but one thing has stayed the same: I’m constantly surprised by the programs we offer – and I’m not the only one. I know this because … doing what?” Me: “Going to an intro to beekeeping program.” Friend: “Like, with real bees? In the library?” Me: …

Be Your Own Bob Ross

… knitting, crocheting, quilting, jewelry-making or card stamping, it’s an experience we seek out over and over again. …

Experience Nuit Blanche Art at a Distance

Create Your Own Concert Venue at Home

… Our friends at the Regina Folk Festival (RFF) did an amazing job of adapting, offering drive-in concerts and an … your own festival at home. It may not have been quite the same experience, but it gave us a chance to experience live … instruments!), so we were thrilled when the opportunity came up to partner with the RFF to host our first-ever online …

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

… why we’ve put one on the RPL Adult Reading Challenge gamecards : so that you can record your reading in the way … Don’t forget that each of your RPL Adult Reading Challenge gamecards acts as another entry for prize draws! It’s easy to … also help keep us going. Sharing your reading goals with family might motivate them to give you more uninterrupted …

Celebrate International Women's Day!

… in battling for women’s rights shifted not only the American legal and labor systems closer to gender equality, … continue to confront today. We Have Always Been Here , Samra Habib I was moved so much by Habib’s personal story of … and feminist, and her journey to reconcile that with her family, her history, and a new life in a new country. White …