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What we eat when we eat alone

—Madison, Deborah.

2009

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Holy food : how cults, communes, and religious movements influenced what we eat : an American history

—Ward, Christina, author.

2023

Book

"Independent food historian Christina Ward's highly anticipated Holy Food explores the influence of mainstream to fringe religious beliefs on modern A...

What we eat : a global history of food

2025

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A political, social, but also intimate world history of food that brilliantly shows us the tension between the promotion of specific cultural identiti...

What we eat

—Lynn, Sara, author.

1994

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Colorful illustrations and fun-filled activities introduce children to the essentials of a balanced diet, accompanied by step-by-step recipes for simp...

What we eat

—Stones, Brenda, author.

2014

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See what we eat! : a first book of healthy eating

—Ritchie, Scot, author, illustrator.

2017

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"The book opens with Nick, Yulee, Pedro, Sally and Martin -- the five friends from Follow That Map! (2009), Look at That Building! (2011) and Look Whe...

Regarde ce que tu manges : de la ferme à ton assiette

—Ritchie, Scot, auteur, illustrateur.

2017

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Unsavory Truth How Food Companies Skew The Science Of What We Eat.

—Nestle, Marion.

2018

EBook

A James Beard Award-winner and the author of What to Eat and Soda Politics , leading nutritionist Marion Nestle exposes how the food industry corru...

Foodprints : the story of what we eat

—Ayer, Paula, author.

2015

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What do we eat? : how humans find, grow and share food

—Clendenan, Megan, 1977- author.

2024

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Imagine carrying meals with you as you parachute into a war zone. Or trying to stay well fed while building the pyramids. People have always found way...

A grain of salt The science and pseudoscience of what we eat.

—Schwarcz, Joe, author.

2019

EBook

Bestselling popular science author Dr. Joe Schwarcz debunks the baloney and serves up the raw facts in this appetizing collection about the things we...

The diet myth : the real science behind what we eat

—Spector, Tim.

2015

Book

We are all increasingly bewildered by the simple question of what to eat. Despite advice from experts, governments and dieticians about the dangers of...

Genetically modified food : how biotechnology is changing what we eat

—Freedman, Jeri.

2009

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A grain of salt : the science and pseudoscience of what we eat

—Schwarcz, Joe, author.

2019

Book

"Eating has become a confusing experience. Should we follow a keto diet? Is sugar the next tobacco? Does fermented cabbage juice cure disease? Are lec...

Unsavory truth : how food companies skew the science of what we eat

—Nestle, Marion, author.

2018

Book

"Is chocolate heart-healthy? Does yogurt prevent type 2 diabetes? Do pomegranates help cheat death? News accounts bombard us with such amazing claims,...

Intermittent fasting cookbook : fast-friendly recipes for optimal health, weight loss, and results

—Poirier, Nicole, author.

2020

Book

"Research shows that intermittent fasting can be effective not just for weight loss but ameliorating diabetes, high cholesterol, inflammation, and mor...

Our big table : what we eat and where it comes from

—Voisard, Lisa, 1992- author, illustrator.

2025

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"Celebrate 150 essential foods in beautifully illustrated pages that are as vibrant and inspiring as a visit to a farmer's market. There is room for e...

Red madness : how a medical mystery changed what we eat

—Jarrow, Gail, author.

2014

Book

One hundred years ago, a mysterious and alarming illness spread across America's South, striking tens of thousands of victims. No one knew what caused...

Tasty : the art and science of what we eat

—McQuaid, John, author.

2015

Book

"A fascinating and deeply researched investigation into the mysteries of flavor--from the first bite taken by our ancestors to scientific advances in...

Tasty the art and science of what we eat

—McQuaid, John, author.

2015

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"A fascinating and deeply researched investigation into the mysteries of flavor -- from the first bite taken by our ancestors to scientific advances i...

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What's a 3D scanner, anyway?

… What's a 3D scanner, anyway? Blog Body Guess what?! RPL now … and even colour of the object. The scanner then creates a 3D file of the object – called an “.stl” – that can … software does the Digital Media Studio use? A: Here is what we have available: EinScan Pro HD Handheld 3D Scanner ExScan …

Interview with Thomas Benjoe

… also the Chair of the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce . We were able to asked him a few questions just in time for Small Business Week. RPL: Thomas, what is the goal of FHQ Developments? TB: FHQ Development’s … business leader? TB: At FHQ Developments we have spent a great deal of time considering our Indigenous value systems …

Meet the 2024-25 Writer in Residence!

… the 2024-25 Writer in Residence! Blog Body Hello out there. We’re on the air, as an old-style Stompin’ Tom hockey song … be around until mid-June. That’s a good nine months. So what, you say. What can you do for me? Well, plenty, I hope. … office: Got a problem with the middle section of your great Canadian novel? The word doctor is in for some quick …

Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian

… of books – you’ll never be stuck without your next read! Great battery life – these devices can last 1 to 3 weeks, and they charge quickly. Glare-free screen – a matte … interrupt your reading with notifications from other apps. What brands work with Libby? If you’re a library user, …

Writing Help at RPL

… an opportunity to share with you a bit about myself and what I can offer to beginner and established writers in … communities. What does the writer-in-residence do? Well, my job at the library has two “prongs”. The first is … courses on a huge number of topics including creative writing. They have courses on screenwriting, romance …

Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists

… Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists Blog Body Now that you can … but still can’t browse the shelves, are you stumped to know what to borrow? Never fear. RPL’s service Books4Me has your back. Answer a few quick questions about your reading preferences and …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 3

… your novel (and keep going). Listen for the story’s heartbeat I used to think that a novel was simply a collection of … in some sort of journey. To some extent this is true (we do move from scene to scene), but this perception misses a key part of what makes a story a story and not simply a collection of …

How to Transform Yourself with Library Services

… Yourself with Library Services Blog Body This Halloween, Regina Public Library decided to transform one of our … many books about costume and stage makeup. Katie found Theatrical Design and Production by Gillette J. Michael and … Regina Public Library card! Create your own magic by seeing what’s available! Find out what other services you can …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… goes into achieving their race goals. This year, we’re going the extra mile (pun intended), partnering up … Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative , by Florence Williams “Part of the reason I love … year so far. Epstein’s previous book, The Sports Gene , was what I consider to be the best sports science book I’ve ever …

Why Art Galleries Are The Ultimate Date Spot

… 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 … interesting experiences at a museum or an art gallery. But what if it’s early in your relationship—maybe your first date. Is it weird to go to a museum or art gallery? I don’t think so! …

Spring has (almost) sprung

… about you, but spring gives me a rush of motivation and creativity as the world turns from dingy winter grey to … These are some of the ones I found interesting for spring. What will you find? Do something for yourself: … programs Discover Birds with Birds Canada The Wonder of Wetlands with Birds Canada Birding by Ear With the Royal …

Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character

… Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character Blog Body One of the … is: Which is more important: plot or character? My answer has always been: Why can’t it be both? In my mind, if … from one of the original acting teachers of the theatre. What attracted me was Stanislavski’s discussion around a …

What's wrong with this picture?

… What's wrong with this picture? Blog Body It’s 8 o’clock on a Wednesday evening. The mom-person is on a living room sofa, … scheduling)? Why aren’t they at the edge of their seats anxiously awaiting the next victim of Space Survivor …

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

… be the main person in the story? (person, animal, object.) What’s their name, what do they look like, do they have family or friends, how … words. What words will make the story descriptive, create tension, and set the pace? What’s a good story opener? …

How to (Prepare to) Write a Novel

… How to (Prepare to) Write a Novel Blog Body I know that we artsy-fartsy types (as we were called in the 1960s in an … 50th anniversary celebrations. Truthfully, I had no idea what to expect. Dry statistics? Monotone presentations? … What I didn’t expect was what I can only describe as the theatre of the sciences (including one actual theatre piece by …

Make Settings Come Alive

… now, have a look around. Notice the pictures on the wall; what’s on the table or desk in front of you; the kind of … When writing, you let the reader into the world you’re creating by showing it to them. This is an essential part of … she doesn’t know, she can’t get her bearings, and she may well not keep reading. That is why the setting is as …

12 days of Bookmas

… snow is falling, a fire is burning in the fireplace, and we're ready to curl up and read. This year we asked our Collections team to tell us what books they are reading this December to help you figure … shares a bit of history about well-loved restaurants and eateries across the province and some feature recipes from …

Write a novel in November

… Month (also known as NaNoWriMo) or any other time of year. What is NaNoWriMo? National Novel Writing Month is a fun, empowering approach to creative writing. The challenge being to draft an entire novel …

So, what is BookTok anyway?

… So, what is BookTok anyway? Blog Body BookTok , short for Book … a community on the social media app TikTok where readers create entertaining videos about the books, genres, authors, … lists. I wonder what it's like to have that kind of power? Here are some titles that have trended on BookTok: The …

How To Find The Next Great Series

… How To Find The Next Great Series Blog Body I will always have a soft spot for … as a reader. Sure, I would grab books when my class went to the library, and I loved a good read-aloud, but I … when they pick up a book from a favourite series, they know what to expect. With this in mind, I started thinking …

Create Your Own Sourdough Starter!

… Create Your Own Sourdough Starter! Blog Body We’ve all been … by step through creating your own starter and demonstrate what to expect from the creation process at different …

Soulslike lore and more!

… of video games emerged, fittingly named “Soulslike.” What makes them different from other RPGs (role playing games)? Souslike games use death as a narrative tool. “You Died” is a familiar message … is never final in Soulslike games and the challenge is what makes them great. Learn more about Souls like in our …

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

… and motivation to read can be hard these days. That’s why we made our reading challenge open-ended. Reading for prizes … The first step in setting reading goals is to identify what you actually like! Do you prefer fiction or … work toward. The acronym ‘SMART’ was a management tool created in 1981 by George T. Doran, but it can work really …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… and the words poured out of me. Then, it all stopped. So what changed? How did I get from there to becoming an … that was a lie I invented to fool myself. The real reasons were that sometimes I didn’t know my story well enough, so … myself into extreme therapy: I committed to writing a feature length script (about 120 pages) in a month. This …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… have had to be in the form of online offerings – but the great outdoors is still one of the greatest sources of inspiration we’ll ever know, and is a wonderful balance to our immersion … December. Bird Watching Grab your binoculars and discover what kind of birds live in your neighborhood. There may be …

Level Up! Your Learning This Summer

… learning, while also fighting the inevitable burnout that we are all feeling. That is one of the main reasons I am so … in these activities and enter draws for prize packages. What I love most about the program is that it provides a … setting structure which allows children to be completely creative in how they reach their goals by embracing learning …

We've got a new look!

… We've got a new look! Blog Body We have a new look, and … 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 … the winding plot of a film showing at the RPL Film Theatre; and open books, just waiting to be read! What do you …

8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence

… writers, especially writers of fiction, in that respect. We tend to like to create our own moods rather than have others create them for … I should cast my holiday book net a little wider to see what it hauls in. This is what I found: Alternative Views of …

Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats

… Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats Blog Body Graphic novels are a popular format for … fill in the action that takes place in the blank space between the panels, ensuring that they are engaged and that … and demand for their earlier works remains steady. But what do you do when your child has read all the major …

The not-so-challenging challenge: Goal tracker inspiration

… challenge: Goal tracker inspiration Blog Body Let your creativity run wild – or not! Find some inspiration below for … a little or a lot, it’s a great way to creatively track what you’re reading. The no fuss: If you’re not one to … Colour in each square as you complete each reading goal! We can’t wait to see what you come up with! Get started with …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 1

… beginning of a new book project. There's excitement about what I might encounter and discover, but also a lot of … you’re a “pantser” (someone who likes to write by the seat of your pants) or a “plotter” (someone who prefers to … NaNoWriMo experience is writing forward. She explained that we need to always be looking forward and writing into the …

Cozy Cooking

… much in the past few years. Recipes from them are the ones we turn to when we get together as a family, and that food … of love and togetherness. Cooking together is also a great way to pass on those family traditions and create new … year, so I recommend checking our website regularly to see what’s available: Regina’s own CJ Katz will teach a cooking …

Turn Old Memories Into New Gifts

… Every now and then she pulls out a box of photos and we go through them as a family, trying to figure out which … kids were on that trip to the Phoenix Zoo. Then we decide what to keep and what to let go of. It’s always fun to … more talented with scissors than I am, scrapbooking is a great way to go, or you could also mount some photos in a …

10 Family Literacy Tips

… 10 Family Literacy Tips Blog Body The tree is gone, the wreath is stored, the presents have been opened. It’s a new year. What better time to embrace new habits? Here is our … literacy development, future success in school and well-being throughout their lives. Here are some simple ways …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation Blog Body Next week, RPL, Reconciliation Regina, Central Zone Board, and … with help from Balcarres Community School, where students created 94 artworks representing the 94 Calls to Action with … to learn about Truth and Reconciliation and discuss what they can do to participate in reconciliation. This …

Getting out of your comfort zone

… fiction reader of fantasy and horror, so a lot of the books we choose and our discussions about them challenge me to create space on my bookshelf (and in my heart) for new … whose stories and experiences could teach me more about what it means to be human. If you’re curious about Tanya …

Going Down the Summer Slide

… Going Down the Summer Slide Blog Body What is summer slide? A 2020 study showed that students lost an average of 20 percent of their … affected because they learn a lot more, so the loss is greater. Children from low-income families are also …

Creative project presented around the world comes to Regina to play with language and world-building

… Creative project presented around the world comes to Regina to … Serena Lee. In this collaborative project she ponders, “What would it be like if everyone was assigned a random …

John Ware Reclaimed

… to the Prairies. In the early 1900s, Black migrants were forced to leave their homes in the United States during … tradition and transforms inherited understandings of what prairie literature looks and sounds like. Pourin’ Down … programs, organized by Dunlop Art Gallery and RPL Film Theatre: John Ware Reclaimed Film screening: A Canadian …

A book for every podcast

… every podcast Blog Body Everybody loves a good podcast, and we are no exception (did you know our Dunlop Art Gallery … a good book, so we thought we would pair the two and create a list of books to read similar to or based on popular … with all the markers of a gripping horror suspense novel. What really distinguishes this book from the pack is it’s …

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

… George R.R. Martin has delayed the next book (yet again!). What do we do now? Well, there are plenty of Game a Throne … King of Ashes by Raymond Feist For centuries, the five greatest kingdoms of North and South Tembria, twin continents …

Libraries: Spaces of Possibility

… of fiction, it's not difficult to think of works that feature libraries or use libraries as the setting ( Elizabeth … such as Beverly Cleary and Madeleine L'Engle. Libraries are welcoming spaces of possibility for everyone. You might come … or finding a particular article, and you'll likely find what you're looking for, but you also might discover …

Let's Talk About Racism

… to join the discussion about racism and racial injustice, we can help you get started. You can probably guess that our … has its own racist truths to confront. Learning more about what’s happening here at home is a great place to start: Until We Are Free: Reflections on Black …

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

… geometry class) by the bullet journaling 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 : … a checkmark for every reading goal accomplished. Choose what keeps you on top of tracking your habits instead of …

The Creation Cube at George Bothwell

… The Creation Cube at George Bothwell … The Creation Cube is a … schools, and organizations an opportunity to showcase what they do (and what they can do for you) by setting up …

Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons

… on a 3-6 month emergency savings plan: Step 1: Calculate what income will be coming in either through your work or … move it into your chequing account to pay for your life. We limit it this way to create the illusion of a steady pay cheque and budget within …

Work, Weather and the Grid: Agriculture in Saskatchewan

… Work, Weather and the Grid: Agriculture in Saskatchewan … Various, … work, how that work has been seen or represented, and what it is understood to mean. Using the perspective of … development parallels the agricultural settlement of the west.) Similarly, works by professional and self-taught …

One good scare: horror recs for Spooky Season

… must return home to comfort their mother and deal with the death of their father. What’s waiting for them is a waking nightmare. It Follows … But an ominous tunnel near her house may hold the answers to what really happened to him. Books to give you a …

5 Investment Tips We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves

… 5 Investment Tips We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves Blog Body By Scott … for the future, only one in two millennials are investing. Whatever your age, investing can be an intimidating … of compound interest. Starting a small investment now can create a big payout later down the road. Tip #2: Invest …

Ten Steps to Send your Work to a Publisher

… usage, etc. Research the type of publisher that publishes what you have written: libraries, bookstores, and the internet are great sources. Check each publisher’s submission guidelines: … Write a synopsis, if required: one-page, present tense – what your story is about, not your plot. Write a query …

There's music in the air

… There's music in the air Blog Body We are in a musical mood at the library and have so much … and that really added to the overall experience. This Is What It Sounds Like by Susan Rogers This one had me thinking … of classical music. To get you watching Kanopy is a great source for streaming award-winning movies and …

Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence

… for that product or service. Google yourself to find out what people are already seeing. Build your relationship with … get them up on search platforms like Google along with your website. Because customers aren’t going into stores, they … your e-commerce platform will draw customers if it looks great and is easy to use. Consider what you love most about …

Djembe

… goblet shaped drum, averaging about 61 cm in height. It features a single head stretched with ropes over a hollow … different parts of bare hands and fingers. Djembes are featured in African and World music genres. When you borrow a … • Djembe Rhythms (lessons on Youtube) Helpful Links • West African Rhythm (rhythm and notation information) • …

How I Improved My Photography at the Library

… learn the technical side of the craft until recently. What I've learned is you don't need expensive gear; an open … my camera roll back in my office wondering why my photos were mostly boring or downright terrible. Many of us know … a camera lens. Additionally, LinkedIn Learning and The Great Courses through Kanopy are other fantastic resources to …

Books4Me for children

… Confirm Email How Old Are You? - Select - 0-5 6-8 9-12 What was the last book you read and loved? What type of … No … Are you looking for new and exciting books to read? We can help! Answer the questions below and we'll make … for you. Please give us 8 - 10 business days to create your list. Remember: The more information you give us, …

10 Tips on How to Write Poetry

… to get your from blank page to sonnets. Decide on a Goal – what do you want your poem to do? Explore, protest, describe, evoke… Create images to stimulate the six senses: sight, hearing, … sell touch, taste, kinesiology (motion) Avoid clichés to create work that rises above the norm Use original metaphors …

Parenting in the digital age: try these cyber-safety resources.

… age: try these cyber-safety resources. Blog Body Recently, we seem to hear more and more stories about children and … it is an overwhelming feeling. Many are at a loss for what to do. A simple first step is to seek quality … by Nick Bland Kids Get Coding: Online Safety for Coders by Heather Lyons Cyberbullying by Heather E. Schwartz Digital …

Commit to meaningful and lasting reconciliation

… stories, and promote the concept of Every Child Matters. What can you do? You can adopt many other Personal acts of … Share: Share what you’ve learned with others Show: Wear orange in solidarity Act: Attend a NDTR event, … residential schools, our reconciliation resources are a great place to start. We've got educational materials , …

Home Organization for Procrastinators

… a Day by Cassandra Aarssen. Take a quiz to find out what type of clutterbug you are and get specific tips for your type. One of the great things about this book is that it has bite-sized tips so … seen, and it features 166 projects broken down into a 15 week schedule. Heavy on pictures, with lots of practical …

RPL Is Celebrating Black History Month

… honour Black heritage in the prairies. Here is a look at what you can find! Artwork Dunlop Art Gallery is proud to … work from the 2019 Dunlop Art Gallery exhibition. Books We recently added two books by Black prairie writers to our … Lives Matter Viewing List Black History Month RPL Film Theatre - keep checking for film screenings all throughout …

A Books4Me Snow Day

… A Books4Me Snow Day Blog Body Ready for a snow day? Ok, we rarely take snow days here in Regina, being hardy prairie … favourite? Books (obviously)! Our Books4Me service is a great way to start building your entertainment emergency kit. … you have on hand – choose recipe books themed to match whatever’s currently lingering in your freezer; pair …

The Top 3 Steps To Cash Flow Survival For Small Businesses

… business owners are facing declining sales and rising cost. What can you do to trim your budget? Variable expenses are … to your product will follow you online, where you can weather the pandemic storm while building a farther-reaching …

Brightening up Blue Monday

… your mental health. Light therapy is also a common treatment for SAD. Starting later this month, we’ll be offering access to two light therapy lamps at … and wellness - keep an eye on our programs page to see what's available. SaskEnergy’s Share the Warmth Grant helps …

Reading while farming

… He’s passionate about telling people about farming, so we’re thrilled he’ll be host and moderator for our upcoming … decided that during some of this time it would be great to learn – to widen my understanding on different … day-to-day decisions? This is an excellent book to identify what science tells us, as opposed to what people tell us. …

Books4Me for teens and adults

… Please choose whether you are a teen or an adult Teen Adult What was the last book you read and loved? Format Book eBook … Historical Fiction Horror Mystery Romance Science Fiction Westerns Young Adult Literature Suspense/Thriller Graphic … read? RPL is here to help! Fill out this form and we will create a personalized list for your reading pleasure. Please …

Bongo Drums

… with different parts of bare hands and fingers. Bongos feature primarily in Afro-Cuban and Latin American styles of … with different parts of bare hands and fingers. Bongos feature primarily in Afro-Cuban and Latin American styles of …

Cajon

… on top. They are approximately 48 cm in height. Cajons are featured in many types of music including Latin American, … on top. They are approximately 48 cm in height. Cajons are featured in many types of music including Latin American, …

Banjo

… finger picks, plectrums or bare fingers. Banjos are mainly featured in Folk, Bluegrass, Irish traditional and Country … finger picks, plectrums or bare fingers. Banjos are mainly featured in Folk, Bluegrass, Irish traditional and Country …

Xylophone

… rubber, plastic or brass mallets. Xylophones are mainly featured in Orchestral music but sometimes find their way … rubber, plastic or brass mallets. Xylophones are mainly featured in Orchestral music but sometimes find their way …

Acoustic Guitar

… - 17:39 Service Info Acoustic guitars are a six to twelve string instrument with a hollow body, averaging about … Acoustic guitars are a highly versatile instrument and feature in most genres of music. When you borrow an acoustic … positions and chords) … Acoustic guitars are a six to twelve string instrument with a hollow body, averaging about …

Mandolin

… 05/17/2018 - 21:10 Service Info Mandolins are eight to twelve stringed instruments in the lute family averaging about 69 cm in length. They feature courses of strings that are doubled in unison pitch. … (finger positions and chords) … Mandolins are eight to twelve stringed instruments in the lute family averaging …

Digital Keyboard

… Thu, 05/17/2018 - 20:18 Service Info Electronic keyboards feature black and white keys like a traditional piano. While … a piano, they can range from 94 cm in length and 8.3 kg in weight to 132 cm in length and 13.6 kg in weight. They are played by pressing the keys with …

RPL hosts expert panel to discuss the future and impact of #metoo

… impact of #metoo Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 01/03/2018 - 13:49 Add Description Last year, thousands … #metoo movement. It was an historical cultural moment. But what happens next? Regina Public Library dives into the … , taking place at 7:00 pm on January 9 at the RPL Film Theatre. Attachment Regina Public Library Release - HotTopics …

Show, Don’t Tell: Tips and Examples

… situation or character. Showing allows the reader to deduce what you are conveying. How do you do it? Instead of stating … something like: The path through the forest felt spongy beneath her feet. Instead of stating, “Edwin was blind,” how … to Calgary to find her sister. Once at the hotel, she reviewed the contact list and began making calls to set up …

RPL Staff Reading Recommendations

… Staff Reading Recommendations Blog Body People often ask us what to read, so we decided to take a look at some of our high-demand titles … are Tell the Wolves I’m Home by Carol Rifka Brunt and The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah. For those of you looking for …

Book Club Test Drive

… not take one for a test drive? The Big Library Read is a great way to get a feel for what book clubs are like, without making a major commitment. … app gives us free unlimited access to one book for a few weeks, to bring readers together for a global online book …

RPL and RDBID to host discussion about how to make downtown a safe and welcoming place

… to host discussion about how to make downtown a safe and welcoming place Submitted by chardy on Wed, 08/20/2025 - … discuss the challenges and opportunities they face in creating safe and welcoming spaces downtown. They’ll share what they’ve learned and brainstorm new ideas to make …

Electric Guitar

… - 20:59 Service Info Electric guitars are six to twelve string electronic instruments with a solid body. The … Electric guitars are a highly versatile instrument and feature in most genres of music. When you borrow an electric … a cable to connect the guitar to the amplifier and a power adapter. An instrument in good condition makes better …

Library Therapy: Finding Joy Through Empathy

… just actions. The staff have learned to translate that into what Matty wants … it’s pretty remarkable.” The fact that … by people who are also there to discover new ideas is a great way to connect with your city. Learning doesn't have to …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 2

… and/or the circumstances they find themselves in that creates tension and interest. We become invested in learning how they will find their way through this, what they will end up sacrificing, or how they will change …

Black Lives Matter Education

… Black Lives Matter Education Blog Body Over the past week our televisions and social media feeds have been filled … Fruit , a thoughtful and moving examination of the tragic death of Michael Brown killed by Officer Darren Wilson in … Stevenson has said: “Justice never comes when you only do what’s comfortable and convenient, change never comes, …

Listening to the Classics

… So maybe the books aren’t really dust-covered and mildewed but the metaphor is there: they ought to be! But you … – and still get a taste of those classics. And it’s free. What is this miracle that allows you to access classic … with Mrs. Dalloway (“The world wavered and quivered and threatened to burst into flames”), To The Lighthouse , or …

Level Up

… Keep your brain energized all summer long AND enter to win awesome prizes with Regina Public Library's summer challenge … is September 7, 2025 . LEVEL UP ACTIVITIES: READ! Read whatever you like – books, comics, eBooks or … else, or have someone read to you. All reading counts! CREATE! Create your own artwork Tap into your inner artist and …

Read Together Regina

… Regina … Reading to your baby is very important and we want to help you get started. That's why we've partnered … literacy skills and developing a life-long love of reading. What is included? Each bag contains: A welcome letter from … will take you through your child's first 18 months. A Creating Young Readers pamphlet A Rhymes for Babies booklet A …

Intellectual Freedom

… learning, social engagement, and cultural enrichment. What is Intellectual Freedom? Intellectual freedom is … mind, and connect with community. Intellectual freedom empowers Canadians to think, learn and dream, while protecting … range of subjects and views in a variety of formats, treatments, and levels of difficulty; Balance with other items …

Teens

… Novelist Plus Reading lists Book Suggestions Books4Me : Answer a few quick questions about your reading preferences and … list of books. Learn Virtual Student Support RPL Film Theatre Digital Screenings Dunlop Art Gallery DIY Art Classes Exhibitions and Artists : learn more about what's showing at the gallery Video Tour : Take a virtual …

Community Commons

… Community Commons … Everyone is welcome in the Community Commons at Central Library This is … At times, the Commons may be: Lively, quiet, or both! What happens here? Located at Central Library , the … share. Drop by to discover the activities, connect with great people, or hang out in the space! Regular offerings with …

Story Kits for early literacy

… Story Kits for early literacy … Story kits are a great way to promote early literacy with your little one. Each … and place a hold on story kits using our catalogue . What's included: Stories curated to the theme of the kit …

Accessibility Services

… Services … Regina Public Library strives to provide welcoming services and spaces for everyone and every … at many locations. These adjustable-height workstations feature: Screen readers: JAWS software reads the print on the … from the computer, helping those who use braille to read what is on their screen. *Coming soon! Workstations with …

Applicants

… in September 2025. Explore past Writers in Residence . What's involved? Our Writer in Residence (WIR) program … for review by our WIR selection committee, who will create a short list of candidates to be interviewed in July. Once interviews are complete, the committee …

Application complete

… meantime, there’s a lot to discover at the library, and our website is a great place to start. Here are a few recommendations: Check … Events pages for some of our favourite offerings. See what’s on at Dunlop Art Gallery and RPL Film Theatre Find …

Acquisition Entrepreneur Accelerator program

… How does the AEA program work? One 3-hour course per week for 8 weeks. Each course will offer instruction on a … need training in topics like: writing a business plan creating financial projection spreadsheets conducting due … without any interruptions or withdrawals midway through. What are the courses? Buying a Business: Introduction …

Adults

… Adults … We’re here for you. Whether you’re looking for your next great read, a new hobby, professional skills, or favourite … DIY Art Classes Exhibitions and Artists : learn more about what's showing at the gallery Video Tour : Take a virtual …

Prairie history

… and genealogies of the Canadian prairies, you'll find what you need here, with links to census records, historical … 1920 that includes access to maps, photos and diaries, as well as some coverage of the Indigenous experience in … with access to photos, maps and newspapers. One of its featured collections is the Indigenous Peoples of North …

Self-Serve Sound Studio

… Self-Serve Sound Studio … You can create and mix your own musical recordings, lay down some sick … instrument in RPL's fully stocked Self-Serve Sound Studios. Whatever your dream project, we do our best to make it a reality! Questions? Email us …

Tragedy Plus Time/I Laughed, I Cried, I Split My Side

… The artists in I Laughed, I Cried, I Split My Side take up what curator Dagmara Genda calls "the horrible, absurd laugh," riding a tension between humour and horror, while the artists in Tragedy Plus … malice that appears seemingly benign." The catalogue features critical essays by Tragedy Plus Time exhibition …

Library facts

… Regina. Want to know more? Check out the information below. We define active library users as people who have used the … investment in library programs, activities, and services creates significant collective benefit for the dollars spent. What’s more, the average value of one open hour at a library …

Our History

… opened the new Central Library building. Just six weeks later, on June 30, a tornado struck Regina. The new … Dunlop Art Gallery, Bruce Parsons, was hired. The Globe Theatre staged performances in the Central Library for the … Village and Sunrise. The neighbourhood branches, in what now constitutes the inner-city, were Albert, Connaught …

Digital Media Studio Specialist Appointment

… Branch for a one-to-one session (see hours below), where we'll point you in the right direction to get your project … meeting if you can't come down to one of our locations. What kind of projects can we help with? Receive an … home movies, Start a YouTube channel, Learn how to use creative software like Photoshop or ProTools, Design posters …

Our Policies and Terms

… and Terms … Library policies are documents that establish what RPL will do in a variety of situations. They outline … a framework to help manage operations effectively and create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. …