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How to change your language settings

… default to the regional language; wherever you are in the world, your browser will likely display the language that is … browser by clicking the icon. 2. In the upper-right corner of the window, click the icon. 3. Select Settings in … appears, click the Add languages button in the right hand corner. 5. In the Add language s pop-up window, click the …

Most borrowed books of 2022!

… Most borrowed books of 2022! Blog Body We’ve crunched the numbers and here they are – the library’s most borrowed titles in 2022! Saskatchewan author Michelle Good’s Five Little Indians was in high demand …

Borrowing Toys: Library To The Rescue!

… Borrowing Toys: Library To The Rescue! Blog Body It’s a tricky time of year for little kids. Store windows, catalogues, and letters to … - Marketing and Communications Blog Images Short Title Borrowing Toys: Library To The Rescue! Select Blog Type …

What's a 3D scanner, anyway?

… 3D scanner in our Digital Media Studio ! I jumped at the opportunity to sit down with Digital Media Specialist, Rhys … takes up. Then the fun begins! Now, you can use that information for a zillion different things. Q: How does it work? A: A …

The Women moves into top spot as the most-borrowed title in 2024

… The Women moves into top spot as the most-borrowed title in 2024 Submitted by chawkesford on Mon, 12/23/2024 - 09:58 Add Description The Women , … of women in the Vietnam war, topped the charts of most-borrowed fiction titles in 2024. Attachment MEDIA …

Most-Borrowed 2024

… Most-Borrowed 2024 Blog Body RPL's most-borrowed book list is here! From new releases to old … and add these to your TBR pile. Download the complete list or check out the top three reads in each category: Fiction …

Most-read eBooks for 2021

… Most-read eBooks for 2021 Blog Body The lords and ladies of the Bridgerton series proved popular with … The Bridgerton Collection, Vol. 1 topped both the most-borrowed fiction and the most-borrowed romance eBooks at …

Black Lives Matter Education

… to help you on your journey. Our video streaming platform Kanopy has many relevant titles timely to this … a Black Lives Matter reading list spotlighting the history of systemic racism in America and the lives of those fighting for change. For further reading, the following recommended …

Prince Harry's Spare the most borrowed book of 2023

… Prince Harry's Spare the most borrowed book of 2023 Submitted by chardy on Tue, 01/02/2024 … the controversial memoir by Prince Harry, topped the most borrowed list for nonfiction and overall titles at Regina Public Library in …

Browse Films

Borrowing from RPL

… Borrowing from RPL … It’s not just about books anymore. We’ve got an amazing selection of materials for you to choose from, including music, films, art and more. …

Browse Exhibitions

Goodbye Overdrive App

… ! The process is simple, and all your Overdrive reading history and holds will be waiting for you. We’ve got everything … website will continue to be available for browsing and borrowing, and borrowing on Kobo ereaders will still be supported. Don’t …

Digital Keyboard

… black and white keys like a traditional piano. While more portable than a piano, they can range from 94 cm in length … on-board speakers with the option to plug in headphones for quiet practice time. Keyboards are a versatile instrument …

Interview with Thomas Benjoe

… FHQ Developments , the Investment and Economic Development Corporation for the File Hill’s Qu’Appelle Tribal Council – … businesses. We also ensure our HR Solutions focuses on growing Indigenous talent and advancing them vertically in … objectives in business while balancing our commitment to growing a community with us. Profits vs. livelihood or …

RPL Musical Instruments

… - 15:14 Service Info Let's make music together. Explore your musical interests with free access to a variety of … Central Library or Sherwood Village Branch for help with borrowing instruments. The card used to place the hold must be … Central Library or Sherwood Village Branch for help with borrowing instruments. The card used to place the hold must be …

Cozy Cooking

… this time of year in Saskatchewan are the smells, both outdoors and indoors. The tang of fallen leaves, the smell of freshly … of an old grain truck, the crisp freshness in the early morning air (and the occasional light snowfall), all combined …

Acoustic Bass

… wire. It is played by fingering the fretboard and plucking or strumming the strings with a plectrum, finger pick or bare fingers. When you borrow an acoustic bass from RPL, you will receive it in a …

Bongo Drums

… in Afro-Cuban and Latin American styles of music. When you borrow a set of bongos from RPL, you will receive them in a … care of the bongos while you have them. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a variety of instruments through our digital services: …

Cajon

… Cuban, Afro-Peruvian, Flamenco, Jazz and Country. When you borrow a cajon from RPL, you will receive it in a case to … take care of the cajon while you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video lessons for a variety of instruments through our digital services: …

Djembe

… stretched with ropes over a hollow body made of hard wood or fibreglass. It is played by striking the head with … hands and fingers. Djembes are featured in African and World music genres. When you borrow a djembe from RPL, you will receive it in a case to …

Doumbek

… on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 20:45 Service Info The doumbek, or goblet drum, is a goblet shaped, hollow body percussion … in classic Middle Eastern music, Darbuka music and other world music genres. When you borrow a doumbek from RPL, you will receive it in a case to …

Ukulele

… between 54 - 61 cm in length. The strings are made of nylon or gut. The ukulele is usually plucked and strummed with … music but is also found in Folk and Indie music. When you borrow a ukulele from RPL, you will receive it in a case to … take care of the ukulele while you have it. Never played before? No problem! You can also access free step-by-step video …

Banjo

… They are played by fingering the fret board and plucking or strumming the strings with finger picks, plectrums or bare fingers. Banjos are mainly featured in Folk, … Bluegrass, Irish traditional and Country music. When you borrow a banjo from RPL, you will receive it in a case to …

Xylophone

… Info Xylophones are keyboard style instruments with wooden or fiberglass bars attached to a frame. Each bar is a single … is played by striking the bars with rubber, plastic or brass mallets. Xylophones are mainly featured in Orchestral music but sometimes find their way into popular …

Violin

… is a four stringed, hollow body instrument that is held horizontally and balanced between the chin and shoulder. It … is played by fingering the neck and running a bow back and forth across the strings. The strings can also be plucked by … Violins have a wide range of applications in music from Orchestral to Country fiddle and Heavy Metal. When you …

Acoustic Guitar

… in length. Strings are generally made from wound metal wire or nylon. The guitar is played by fingering the fret board and plucking or strumming the strings with finger picks, plectrum or bare fingers. They can also be played with a slide which …

Mandolin

… is played by fingering the fret board and strumming or plucking the strings with a plectrum or bare fingers. Mandolins are found in many styles of music all over the world. A famous example of mandolin in popular music is …

Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists

… can’t browse the shelves, are you stumped to know what to borrow? Never fear. RPL’s service Books4Me has your back. … we’ll send you an email with a personalized booklist. The more you tell us about the books you love, the better we can … you! How do we do it? Some reading services use algorithms to choose books based on your responses. Books4Me …

Bridgerton series tops lists of most-read eBooks in 2021

… ecampbell on Tue, 01/04/2022 - 11:27 Add Description The lords and ladies of the Bridgerton series proved popular with … The Bridgerton Collection, Vol. 1 topped both the most-borrowed fiction and the most-borrowed romance eBooks at Regina Public Library. Attachment …

Changes for Overdrive app users

… Changes for Overdrive app users Blog Body Overdrive, one of our main … your devices, and to provide the best reading experience for everyone. What you need to know: Starting February 23, … be removed from the Apple, Google Play, and Microsoft app stores. You can continue using the app, but Overdrive won’t …

Electric Guitar

… guitar is played by fingering the fret board and plucking or strumming the strings with finger picks, plectrum or bare fingers. The pickups on an electric guitar use the … a slide which is a hollow cylindrical tube made from glass or metal. Electric guitars are a highly versatile instrument …

Like stories set in WWII? Try these

… Like stories set in WWII? Try these Blog Body In the last couple of years, titles like “The Alice Network” and “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” have captured … the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII, this period in history is at the forefront of people’s minds. With such high …

John Ware Reclaimed

… John Ware Reclaimed Blog Body Documenting the rich history of African-Canadians in the Prairies is a formidable task, given that the presence of Black people in … in 1990, Pourin' Down Rain is a coming-of-age memoir about growing up in prairie communities with small Black …

There's music in the air

… away from the sadder moments of his youth, most of his stories had me laughing out loud. I listened to the audiobook … Like by Susan Rogers This one had me thinking about my favorite songs and singers. Rogers is a successful record producer turned brain scientist taking us on a journey …

Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian

… a digital reading device? As a librarian, I’m often asked for recommendations on ereaders. Here are my top tips! Why … paper, but ereaders offer some undeniable perks: Light and portable – helpful for travel, commutes, and one-handed reading. Storage for …

There is More than One Throne: Game of Thrones Read-Alike.

… There is More than One Throne: Game of Thrones Read-Alike. Blog Body … is finished, there are no signs of the spin offs, and George R.R. Martin has delayed the next book (yet again!). … keep us happy. 1. Gates of Stone by Angus Macallan Just before her sixteenth birthday, Princess Katerina is informed …

Regina's Most Loved Books of 2019

… is what you were reading in 2019! We got out our calculators and did some number crunching. Here are RPL’s top … Adult Fiction 2019 was the year of “the usual suspects” for fiction titles. Lots of favorite and popular authors had new titles out that everyone …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… When I was a teenager, it came easy. I sat down and the words poured out of me. Then, it all stopped. So what … becoming an award-winning novelist, scriptwriting instructor, and writer in residence? I learned these four lessons … blame. I believed something was stopping me from doing the work. But now I believe that was a lie I invented to fool …

Regina Public Library celebrates International Literacy Day event

RPL celebrates Family Literacy Day with city-wide initiative

… 01/19/2018 - 15:55 Add Description RPL is supersizing storytime to celebrate the importance of reading together as a family. With help from many …

Advance your career with soft skills for the workplace

… Advance your career with soft skills for the workplace Blog Body LinkedIn Learning isn't just about tech … essential soft skills to advance your career. Some tutorials are as short as 10 minutes, but there are also full, …

Regina Public Library delves into Margaret Atwood’s classic, The Handmaid’s Tale, in city-wide book club.

… the future of western society. As political extremism is normalized, religions risk radicalization, and protest … as the Women’s March, #timesup and #metoo – swell with growing support, reflection on these topics is particularly important. …

Sun Life Financial brings the gift of music to the Prairies

… SK - (May 18, 2018) – Nothing but the sound of music for folks in the Prairies as residents of Regina will now be able to borrow musical instruments from Regina Public Library (RPL) for free, courtesy of the Sun Life Financial Musical …

Join the first global book club with #BigLibraryRead!

… first global book club with #BigLibraryRead! Blog Body More than 19,000 libraries around the world are participating in Overdrive’s online digital book … is one of them! From April 1st – 15th using the Overdrive or Libby app RPL customers can instantly borrow the ebook …

If you like: Stranger Things

… Stranger Things Blog Body Have you seen the new trailer for Season 3 of Stranger Things? We are headed back to the … can commence! IT by Stephen King There is a supernatural horror that re-visits the small town of Derry every 27 years. … that sustain us through the bumps and loneliness of growing up. Set in 1960 Maine, twelve year old Gordie …

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

… 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 library,” he …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… launch a discussion series based on the Calls to Action for Truth and Reconciliation. We will first discuss Calls #62-65 for Education with help from Balcarres Community School, where students created 94 artworks representing the 94 Calls to Action with the help of …

Two-Way Learning: Police Read to Children

… Blog Body Kids are often awed by police officers in uniform. Something extra special happens when officers take time … is a partnership with Regina Police Service, and it’s an opportunity for officers to connect with the community at the library. …

Learning Shouldn’t Be a Luxury

… Learning Shouldn’t Be a Luxury Blog Body Jessie Morris works to dispel myths about the library every day. “Lots of … library, it was a place of escape, joy, and opportunity. Growing up, she says, “In our world, books were definitely …

How Should You Talk to Children About COVID-19?

… I have been grappling with, and I have been on the lookout for tips and resources to help. A helpful and comforting message I have seen came in a letter written to students and school families by Greg Enion, Director of Education for Regina Public Schools. He says: Please …

We've got a new look!

… so excited to introduce it to you! Our new logo tells the story of who we are and what we provide to our customers and our community. It’s fresh, colourful, and more in keeping with the services and programs our library … When we look at it, we see: a nice, big “L” shape, for library, of course! a set of picture frames, representing …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… 5 Ways to Explore 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 customers to learn and discover. This year, most have had to be in the form of online offerings – but the great outdoors is still …

What’s your #RPLStory?

… What’s your #RPLStory? Blog Body When I was growing up, my family moved a … between kindergarten and my high school graduation, and for a VERY shy and anxious introvert, that was not an easy …

5 Investment Tips We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves

… Body By Scott Sather As a young professional, you may be worried about the basics of your financial life, like … saving. While four in five millennials have started saving for the future, only one in two millennials are investing. … Because of this, it’s possible you’ve put off investing or haven’t given it much consideration. Regardless of where …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 3

… 3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 3 Blog Body Read Part 1 and … you get started on your novel (and keep going). Listen for the story’s heartbeat I used to think that a novel was simply a …

A Books4Me Snow Day

… A Books4Me Snow Day Blog Body Ready for a snow day? Ok, we rarely take snow days here in Regina, … is here, so it’s a good time to talk about being prepared for the unexpected. Hopefully we’ve all got our home and car … everything we’ll need to handle a flat tire, power outage, or holiday zombie apocalypse (shoutout to my fellow …

Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule

… not TELL. UGH. Truth is, rules make me itch a bit. I’m all for TOOLS NOT RULES. Here’s the thing. To craft a good story, we need to show and tell. As authors, we're taking our readers on an emotional journey. We …

Regina Public Library supports employment in Regina’s nonprofit sector

… Regina Public Library supports employment in Regina’s nonprofit sector Submitted by kbalkwill on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:02 Add … Library (RPL), in partnership with Nonprofit Voluntary Sector Studies Network (NVSSN) at Luther College at the …

RPL Board approves Central Library funding request

… Central Library funding request Submitted by chawkesford on Tue, 06/11/2024 - 17:35 Add Description The Regina Public Library Board of Directors this afternoon approved a motion to request that City Council approve funding for a new Central Library building in the forms of: A …

Regina Public Library can help you buy a business

… - 10:51 Add Description With the help of a generous donor, Regina Public Library (RPL) is offering the Acquisition Entrepreneur Accelerator Project (AEA), a pilot program to help a cohort of Reginans gain the skills they need to purchase and …

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

… RPL Adult Reading Challenge gamecards : so that you can record your reading in the way that makes sense to you! Here … Think of your tracker as a hand-written spreadsheet: the information you gather here becomes the stats for your reading goal. You’ll see your progress accumulate, …

The not-so-challenging challenge: Goal tracker inspiration

… inspiration Blog Body Let your creativity run wild – or not! Find some inspiration below for how to use bullet journal techniques to keep track of … your reading progress in one month. Add your own decorations and doodles or keep it minimal. Update your stats …

Libraries: Spaces of Possibility

… Libraries: Spaces of Possibility Blog Body Libraries are important to writers for many reasons – they house books that remind writers of … other research materials –but they're also incredibly storied places, both in real life and on the page. In the …

Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character

… the great debates people have about writing is: Which is more important: plot or character? My answer has always been: Why can’t it be …

Bike Repair Kits are here!

… Bike Repair Kits are here! Blog Body Before we go any further, I have to confess, I’m not a … 2000s when I mistakenly decided biking was the best way for me to get back in shape after a few years of intense … end to the U of R. But! One of the coolest things about working at the library is getting the inside scoop on new …

When you love scary movies

… When you love scary movies Blog Body If you love horror movies and the Halloween season is your favorite time of year, the 31 Horror Films in 31 Days Challenge …

Spring has (almost) sprung

… spring gives me a rush of motivation and creativity as the world turns from dingy winter grey to Roughrider green. I get … me started. These are some of the ones I found interesting for spring. What will you find? Do something for yourself: … Rodino The Container Victory Garden: A Beginner's Guide to Growing Your Own Groceries Books that help you escape the …

Freedom To Read Week turns 35!

… Mission and Values , Regina Public Library is proud to support the principles of intellectual freedom as defined in the … on Intellectual Freedom and Libraries : “ Libraries have a core responsibility to safeguard and facilitate access to … individuals and groups consider unconventional, unpopular or unacceptable. ” Here are ten challenged books we …

Website Accessibility Statement

… of our website. In pursuit of this goal, we have collaborated with the National Network for Equitable Library Services (NNELS), an external …

How to Transform Yourself with Library Services

… How to Transform Yourself with Library Services Blog Body This Halloween, Regina Public Library decided to transform one of our staff members into the witch Maleficent using … pull of this video production: Costume design The design for the Maleficent costume was based off of illustrations …

The Joy of Book Clubs

… online environment, we still connected, laughed and talked for over an hour and a half. For those of you who are wondering how to keep your book … A Refugee Story The remarkable true story of a young boy growing up in Syria’s war-torn streets and how he found …

Create Your Own Sourdough Starter!

… ‘lived in’ house. Maybe we’ve been away from loved ones, or maybe we’re just missing an activity that we used to … I’ve pivoted back to some hobbies which I didn’t have time for before the quarantine, and checking off some of those … why it never seemed bubbly enough. Felt guilty about throwing it out, so I made a massive batch of pancakes, and …

Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons

… COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons Blog Body Many of us are worried about our finances during COVID-19, and that's why … details, but here’s how to survive through a (hopefully) short-term financial emergency like the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Simmons. The following tips are based on a 3-6 …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… Marathon reads for your next reading marathon Blog Body Confession: I am not … done with the library is volunteering at our aid station for the Queen City Marathon. It’s really inspiring to see how hard all of the participants work, and how much determination goes into achieving their …

Writing Help at RPL

… the 2021 writer-in-residence at RPL. I wanted to take an opportunity to share with you a bit about myself and what I can … over Zoom, through socially distanced in-person meetings, or over the phone. I meet with four to six writers a week on … many different and interesting kinds of writing, and I’ve worked with writers in many genres: A beginner writer on a …

A book for every podcast

… A book for every podcast Blog Body Everybody loves a good podcast, … pair the two and create a list of books to read similar to or based on popular podcasts. Let’s get started… Malcolm Gladwell’s Revisionist History podcast investigates events in our past through a modern …

Privacy Statement

… Privacy Statement … The purpose of this statement is to inform customers and the public about the collection and use of personally identifiable information at Regina Public Library (RPL). The following is … we cannot issue a library card. We must know who is borrowing library materials and how to contact them if the …

Register for a Library Card

… Register for a Library Card … We're so glad you decided to register for a library card! It's the key to unlocking a whole world of opportunities to learn, grow and achieve your …

Our History

… Our History … 1907 On October 15, Regina's citizens, led by the Hon. … public library be established. 1908 A bylaw enabling the formation of a public library was passed on January 17, 1908. … on March 27. On July 30, J.R.C. Honeyman (1908 -1936), a former provincial civil servant, was appointed Librarian and …

Lucien Durey and Katie Kozak: Baba's House

… House … (2014/2015) Copyright 2014 the artists and authors Revised edition with additional material published by … 2012, artists Lucien Durey and Katie Kozak moved to the northern Saskatchewan town of Creighton to take up a … from materials found in Ostrowski's home, producing works with surprising depth and formal restraint. Thoughtful, …

Libby, by Overdrive

… … Libby is Overdrive's digital reading app that lets you borrow ebooks, eaudiobooks and magazines. If you love Libby, you will also want to explore hoopla . Borrow 10 titles at a time for up to 21 days. T itles return …

Cyber Safety and Digital Awareness

… responsible use of the internet and social media sites, in order to minimize security and personal safety risks. … Commissioner of Canada Cyber Bullying There has been growing concern over the impact of online bullying in our … self/peer exploitation guide for families, addressing the growing concern of "sexting" online. Cyberbullying …

Bike Locks

… and Prince of Wales Branches. Bike locks are available to borrow on-site, for day trips to the library. Does your ride need repairs? We can help with that too – borrow one of our Bike Repair Kits for DIY tune-ups. …

hoopla

… comics and manga. Checkouts are instant with no holds or waiting. If you love the content on hoopla, you will also want to try Libby and Kanopy . Borrow up to ten (10) titles per month. Loan periods vary by format. Helpful tip: Instead of borrowing right away and using a checkout, select the heart …

Seed Library

… Seed Library … Borrow free seeds and receive basic tips to start planting and growing your own vegetables or flowers. Contribute to our Seed Library by donating seeds …

Library cards

… library card is a lot like your favourite childhood toy — or your mobile phone. It goes everywhere with you: you can … in Saskatchewan. You use it all the time: you need it for all of your library transactions. You’re responsible for looking after it: and the materials you borrow with it. …

Library facts

… of our statistics showing up across Regina. Want to know more? Check out the information below. We define active library users as people who have used the library – either in person or online – within the last three years. In fact, we …

Accessibility Services

… Library strives to provide welcoming services and spaces for everyone and every ability. From print magnifiers to Home … print reading at many locations. These adjustable-height workstations feature: Screen readers: JAWS software reads the … disabilities to read the screen in the text size and color contrast that works best for them. Scan and read …

Level Up

… prizes with Regina Public Library's summer challenge for kids! Everyone aged 14 and under can play Level Up May … game card is one entry to Level Up prize draws. The more time you spend on Level Up activities, the more chances … Nature Canada Nature Conservancy Canada Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre Saskatchewan Bird Checklist …

Computer Access

… home. Whether you’re writing a resume, learning a language, or researching your family history, we’re here to help. Use one of our desktop computer workstations, borrow an RPL laptop for in-branch, or simply …

Using the Library

… a great one, whether you're visiting us at one of our real-world locations , or taking advantage of the digital services available here on our website. If you want to borrow books, musical instruments, movies or games, attend …

Suggesting and Requesting Materials

… request an item you may: Submit a request online Thank you for your interest in helping us grow our collections. Questions? Email us . See Author Submissions for more information on how authors and publishers can submit …

Kanopy

… Kanopy … Stream the best in classic films, world cinema, and documentaries. Checkouts are instant, you … gives you a full library of fun and educational content for children. Let the Great Courses titles open up a world of discovery and learning. You receive 30 tickets per …