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8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence

… Probably arises from that tricky balance between observing and recording life and actually living it (the hard part). … at Darke Hall. Listening to The Dickens Yuletide Singers, one of the five great choral ensembles that evening, got me … my holiday book net a little wider to see what it hauls in. This is what I found: Alternative Views of the Holidays …

How to change your language settings

… navigation menu, click the Language option. 4. In the expanded Languages section that appears, click the Add … Add language s pop-up window, click the checkbox next to one or more languages and then click the Add button. You can … language and check the box next to Display Google Chrome in this language from the menu . 7. Click the Relaunch button, …

Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies

… Movies Blog Body The 2020 Oscar nominations dropped and a lot of the films being recognized this year are based on books. And hey, we have a lot of … race in the world, something no American car had ever done. Go Like Hell transports readers to a risk-filled, …

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

… There is More than One Throne: Game of Thrones Read-Alike. Blog Body The series is finished, there are no signs of the spin offs, and George R.R. Martin has delayed the next book (yet … of war. Zaira has lived her life on the streets to avoid this fate, hiding her mage mark and thieving to survive. But …

Journaling for writers

… podcast on journaling. I love Jenny, her podcast, and journaling, so I leapt at the chance to chat with her … 1. THE SCRIB: Where I scribble each morning by hand (this soothes me and is part of my morning ritual) 2. An … Jennifer Louden . The important thing for me about this one is that it is a PROCESS j ournal, not a PROGRESS j …

John Ware Reclaimed

… people in the Prairies dates back to at least the 1800s (and as far back as the 1600s in other parts of Canada); but … communities in a place less volatile and dangerous than the ones they were fleeing. Once in Canada, Black communities … time, to contemporary writing of the twenty-first century. This anthology establishes a new black prairie literary …

Free Career and Entrepreneurial Resources

… Free Career and Entrepreneurial Resources Blog Body As the COVID-19 … others may continue to work from home with reduced hours. This new reality can be disorienting and financially … to upgrade your skills and stay on track without spending money. Resources for business owners If you are a business …

How To Find The Next Great Series

… Sure, I would grab books when my class went to the library, and I loved a good read-aloud, but I have very few memories … Nancy Drew (and the spin-off series River Heights – does anyone remember that one? No? Just me?), and horror with Fear … the benefits of reading, and I was thrilled when I found this article that outlined why series books are so important …

How Should You Talk to Children About COVID-19?

… coming up is how do you talk to children about COVID-19? This is something I have been grappling with, and I have been on the lookout for tips and resources to … some support resources like Anxiety Canada and Kids Help Phone . The Center for Disease Control and Prevention also has …

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

… goals Blog Body RPL’s Reading Challenge is on! Finding time and motivation to read can be hard these days. That’s why we … "I want to read more," set a goal like, "I want to read one book a month." M - Measurable: Try to give yourself a … a month” becomes “read one book a month for the rest of this year.” Then, when you reach the deadline, you can see …

Cozy Cooking

… Cozy Cooking Blog Body One of the things I love most about this time of year in Saskatchewan are the smells, both outdoors and indoors. The tang of fallen leaves, the smell of freshly …

Home Organization for Procrastinators

… books like I read my cookbooks – purely for escapism, and with no plans for follow through. With that in mind, … Happiness by Gretchen Rubin Full disclosure, I misplaced this book in my own home, and had to pay overdue fines on … of clutterbug you are and get specific tips for your type. One of the great things about this book is that it has …

The Top 3 Steps To Cash Flow Survival For Small Businesses

… Flow Survival For Small Businesses Cash flow is the in- and out-flow of money from a business. Positive cash flow is a good sign for … on generating cash rather than making a profit during this time of survival, small businesses can improve their …

A book for every podcast

… for every podcast Blog Body Everybody loves a good podcast, and we are no exception (did you know our Dunlop Art Gallery … even has its own podcast called YQR Art Speak ?). And everyone loves a good book, so we thought we would pair the two … try Salt: A World History where Mark Kurlansky writes about this simple substance that shaped human society in …

Shannon Lee Simmons: Worry-Free Money

… Shannon Lee Simmons: Worry-Free Money Blog Body If you’re anything like me, you wish someone … you to pay off student loans, save for a down payment, and still have something left over for a little fun (like … maybe a beach vacation with your favourite books). This is where Shannon Lee Simmons comes in. She’s written …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… I fall firmly into the “reading is my cardio” camp. But one of my favourite things I’ve done with the library is … inspiring to see how hard all of the participants work, and how much determination goes into achieving their race goals. This year, we’re going the extra mile (pun intended), …

Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons

… Many of us are worried about our finances during COVID-19, and that's why financial expert Shannon Lee Simmons is … will be coming in either through your work or from CERB/EI. This is the cornerstone of your plan. You can't make any other financial …

12 days of Bookmas

… The 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 … a former student who died mysteriously, and every time someone thinks about her, she will return and commit murder. …

The Joy of Book Clubs

… The Joy of Book Clubs Blog Body One thing that always makes me happy is meeting with my book club. There’s nothing like catching up with friends and talking about books. Last month, we started meeting … Local Coward Gun Club Set during a Newfoundland blizzard, this bleak and moody debut novel features a cast of complex …

Celebrate International Women's Day!

… Celebrate International Women's Day! Blog Body This year’s International Woman’s Day theme is a rousing … action to #BreakTheBias by celebrating women’s achievements and continuing the fight for gender equality. I always like … healing. My Own Words , Ruth Bader Ginsberg An early pioneer in the fight for gender equality, Justice Ginsberg has …

Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian

… of paper, but ereaders offer some undeniable perks: Light and portable – helpful for travel, commutes, and one-handed reading. Storage for thousands of books – you’ll … – if you love to read at the beach or in the bath, this feature is for you. Want to read ebooks without an …

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 … of graphic novels is increasing. At Regina Public Library alone, circulation of children’s graphic novels increased in 2019 by almost 30% when compared to 2018. This could be in part because of the incredibly popular …

One good scare: horror recs for Spooky Season

… One good scare: horror recs for Spooky Season Blog Body The … evenings are getting cooler, the leaves are changing color, and that can only mean one thing – spooky season has … edited by Ellen Datlow – Not sure what scares you? Try this new anthology of short stories from the most creative …

Like stories set in WWII? Try these

… the last couple of years, titles like “The Alice Network” and “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” have captured imaginations … of D-Day and 2020 the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII, this period in history is at the forefront of people’s … journalism after the war to become a Nazi hunter, yet one target eludes him: the Huntress. Fierce, disciplined Ian …

What's wrong with this picture?

… What's wrong with this picture? Blog Body It’s 8 o’clock on a Wednesday … Ulysses . The dad-person sits in a recliner, with Of Mice and Men open in front of him. Big Brother is in the … domesticity and familial joy in this end-of-history world. One template, at any rate, with genders easily translocated. …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… like that. When I was a teenager, it came easy. I sat down and the words poured out of me. Then, it all stopped. So … a feature length script (about 120 pages) in a month. This meant I had to write four pages every day, no matter … was I finished the script in ten days. However, I wasn’t done. I began writing my next one, because someone said that …

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

… is a day to honour those who survived residential schools and their families, and to acknowledge that Every Child … Wednesday, Sept 29 . I hope you’ll join us as we embark on this journey of reconciliation together. If you’d like to … Merasty by Joseph Auguste Merasty They Called me Number One : Secrets and survival at an Indian residential school …

Level Up! Your Learning This Summer

… Level Up! Your Learning This Summer Blog Body Last year, I wrote a blog post about … loss children are experiencing with schools closed and classwork moving to an online-only environment. As a … the inevitable burnout that we are all feeling. That is one of the main reasons I am so excited about Level Up! It …

RPL Staff Picks: From Saskatchewan Cooking to Thrillers

… Blog Body There are many great new books coming out in May and June, so thought I would highlight a few of my most … Jessica Cluess, is about five royal houses vying for the throne, and word is that it has a definite The Breakfast Club … has returned from a mysterious two-year disappearance in this edgy and haunting debut. In Lucy Foley’s The Guest List …

Smells like back to school season

… Smells like back to school season Blog Body It’s September, and that means families are scrambling to get into the … expert! There are also study guides for common topics. This is a really cool service. eLibrary helps students find … teen explorer that comes to life? This brand new standalone adventure rom-com is sure to be a hit. Songlight by …

How to vote in the 2024 municipal election

… citizen who is at least 18 years old, a resident of Regina, and you've lived in Saskatchewan for at least six months as … a paper voter registration card? You'll have to request one. Identify your ward and subdivision The Elections Regina … address to find your polling station where you will vote. This information will also be on your voter registration …

Cozy Up with New Reads for 2026

… Saskatchewan make the perfect excuse to slow down, get cozy and read. As the snow piles up outside, my reading stack … (which stars actress Juno Temple, of Ted Lasso fame). This hilariously imaginative book features a woman whose … attic mysteriously produces a succession of husbands, each one from a different version of her life. With this buffet …

Listening to the Classics

… throat. But I’m a sucker for “The Classics”. You know the ones I’m talking about: the likes of Fyodor, Leo, Jane, Franz, James J, Virginia, Samuel. That lot. And pardon my air of familiarity, even if it is in jest. As … still get a taste of those classics. And it’s free. What is this miracle that allows you to access classic literature …

Start Your Library Resolution with These Services

… feel pressure to keep up with digital time wasters—the apps and social media platforms that we maybe spend a bit too … stories for hours and hours. That's why we put together this list of library services you can use to replace that … or searching for something more fulfilling, open up one of these services, learn something new, and give …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 3

… 3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 3 Blog Body Read Part 1 and Part 2 . Here is the third and final tip that might help … characters engaged in some sort of journey. To some extent this is true (we do move from scene to scene), but this … we need to constantly jump around in terms of emotion and tone, but there does need to be movement and change. If …

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 … hobbies which I didn’t have time for before the quarantine, and checking off some of those long-term personal goals has … us it seems. So much so that I can’t find yeast anywhere in this town. We’re clearly all looking for the comfort of …

5 Investment Tips We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves

… about the basics of your financial life, like budgeting and saving. While four in five millennials have started saving for the future, only one in two millennials are investing. Whatever your age, investing can be an intimidating endeavour. Because of this, it’s possible you’ve put off investing or haven’t …

2025 most-borrowed book encourages readers to "let them!"

… encourages readers to stop trying to control others, was this year’s most sought-after title at Regina Public … for promoting radical acceptance as the key to happiness and success. Other popular non-fiction titles included … of My Mother by Shari Franke, and Cher: The Memoir, Part One . Top fiction titles included Onyx Storm by Rebecca …

Regina's Most Loved Books of 2019

… what you were reading in 2019! We got out our calculators and did some number crunching. Here are RPL’s top … favorite and popular authors had new titles out that everyone wanted to read. There was a real lean towards thrillers and mysteries this year. The Reckoning by John Grisham Long Road to Mercy …

There's music in the air

… the air Blog Body We are in a musical mood at the library and have so much that we want to share with you to get you … himself, and that really added to the overall experience. This Is What It Sounds Like by Susan Rogers This one had me thinking about my favorite songs and singers. …

Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule

… Body Greetings from the Writer in Residence office! Earlier this week, I spoke to a writer struggling with a rule many of us hear over and over again from writing teachers, coaches, and our … the weight of it — then I choose option B. Take a look at one of your favourite novels and notice how the author uses …

Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists

… Answer a few quick questions about your reading preferences and we’ll send you an email with a personalized booklist. … RPL librarian to create a personalized reading list for someone we’ve never met? It’s a treasure hunt. Just like Nancy … on what makes a great book and which are worth reading. This diversity is perfect when we’re providing …

Why Art Galleries Are The Ultimate Date Spot

… out of the house, especially when I’m at the museum. It’s one of the all-time greatest date spots. I have never had a … they are a public place, where you can have a conversation and get to know the other person. But unlike going to a … new. How do you know which gallery or exhibition to go to? This is a question of “to research or not to research?” …

Yes, we do stuff like that

… at RPL since I first started 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 nearly every conversation I’ve had about the …

Make Settings Come Alive

… on the couch? Is the couch or chair tippy? Is it brand new or ancient? The atmosphere: Is it summer hot? … Peace? Thirty below, and as still as the grave must be? This is your setting. Where you, the main character in the … The Writing of Fiction Natalie Goldberg, Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within Jack Hodgins, A Passion for …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 1

… out to climb a mountain or to walk across the country from one coast to the other. At least, that’s how I always feel … project. There's excitement about what I might encounter and discover, but also a lot of anxiety as I consider the … like Scrivener that include a note card interface for doing this virtually (and each note card can also serve as a …

Five Library Resources to Help Write Your Feature Film

… you want to see your name in the credits? Are you hoping to one day accept your Oscar? Of course you are! But where do … your way: 1. The Screenwriter ' s Bible by David Trottier This is a go-to book for any budding screenwriters. It gives you all the ins-and-outs for formatting your screenplay and helps you with …

If you loved Tara Westover’s Educated…

… If you loved Tara Westover’s Educated… Blog Body One of 2018’s most popular books was Tara Westover’s mega … for the apocalypse. Tara’s family lived in isolation and she did not go to school with other children. When one … brothers became violent there was no one to intervene. In this emotional coming-of-age story, Tara turns to books to …

Give the joy of reading

… Give the joy of reading Blog Body RPL storytimes and children’s programs are staple activities for families … videos – but online offerings aren’t the solution for everyone. In a recent report from the University of Regina, as of … and art supplies, and a DVD of RPL storytime activities. This year, we hope to provide another 1,000 Summer Learning …

Canada Reads 2021

… against Canadian in an epic war of words. There can only be one victor. Only one tribute can reign supreme, in this, the 74th annual Hunger Games! Err…my bad. *nervous … nominated one book by a Canadian author. Each will debate and defend their choice from March 8 to 11 and a final vote …

The not-so-challenging challenge: Reading is good for you

… state (think, meditation). Lower stress, muscle tension, and heart rate. Improved sleep. Vocabulary, communication, … both when we perform an action ourselves and when we see one performed by someone else. This empathetic superpower only activates when we are deeply …

Are you noticing longer wait times for your eBooks? Here’s why

… Public Library we want to support your love of reading and connect you with the books you’re looking for—whether … to bestselling eBooks has recently been compromised by one of the Big 5 publishing houses. Beginning November 1, … titles for the first eight weeks after their release. What this means for you This change could mean longer wait times …

The Benefits of Pancake Science (and Online Programming)

… The Benefits of Pancake Science (and Online Programming) Blog Body When the COVID closures … starts with the first letter of their name, or something in one colour. For days after this program it was an obstacle course to walk through the …

Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character

… Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character Blog Body One of the great debates people have about writing is: Which … it be both? In my mind, if you are writing truly, honestly, and empathetically, then a character’s wants, actions, and … my thinking: An Actor Prepares by Konstantin Stanislavki This book is from one of the original acting teachers of the …

Be Your Own Bob Ross

… Be Your Own Bob Ross Blog Body One of my favorite memories as a kid was watching Bob Ross’s … painting show on PBS. He would mix his colorful paints and bring a scene to life in under 30 minutes, his soothing … saying things like “just a little bit of color” and “make this one a happy cloud.” Bob’s show made me believe I could …

Reading while farming

… grain farmer. His family farms on 4000 acres of land - roughly the playing area of 4000 American football … Clinton said. “I recently decided that during some of this time it would be great to learn – to widen my … the worrying about the future. Tried as F*ck by Caroline Dooner This examines much of our work culture to the extreme …

How to (Prepare to) Write a Novel

… idea is that developing hypotheses, using logical reasoning and gathering experimental data might contaminate our … I had no idea what to expect. Dry statistics? Monotone presentations? Coded language even the initiated could … presentations raised a few goosebumps. Okay, so what does this have to do with writing a novel? Or more specifically, …

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

… goals because they’re so flexible. That’s why we’ve put one on the RPL Adult Reading Challenge gamecards : so that … started. Building your tracker Think of your tracker as a hand-written spreadsheet: the information you gather here … your reading goal. You’ll see your progress accumulate, and this visual can help motivate you to keep going and let you …

If you like: Stranger Things

… 3 of Stranger Things? We are headed back to the Upside Down this July 4th, but that’s still a long time to wait. So here … known as the Losers Club will try to stop it as children and then later as adults. A must-read for fans of Stranger … bonds of friendship that sustain us through the bumps and loneliness of growing up. Set in 1960 Maine, twelve year old …

Bike Repair Kits are here!

… in shape after a few years of intense sitting/studying, and almost got locked out of a psychology final because I … from my parent’s place in the east end to the U of R. But! One of the coolest things about working at the library is … always experimenting with new materials and technology. This summer, we’ve partnered up with our friends at Bike …

Shhhh! The piano is sleeping

… with matching music, performed by accomplished pianist and Regina Symphony Orchestra Conductor/Music Director, … get a grand piano, and how do we get it into the library? This year, the University of Regina’s faculty of Faculty of … to our rescue with a beautiful piano for Gordon to play. One problem solved. Now, to get it into the building. First …

You’re gonna need a bigger boat

… extinct, the Meg is 75 feet of gaping maw, gnashing teeth and pure instinctual hunger. It’s Jason Statham in a wetsuit … stranded in the water miles from shore. And they’re not alone because … sharks! 6. DEEP BLUE SEA (1999) A remote … the ocean. Genetically engineered smart sharks. LL Cool J. This movie sells itself. 5. 47 METERS DOWN (2017) Cage …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… Blog Body Next week, RPL, Reconciliation Regina, Central Zone Board, and Heritage Community Association will launch a discussion … discuss what they can do to participate in reconciliation. This event is the first of nine that will be offered at …

Freedom to Read Week

… Freedom to Read Week Blog Body Step into the twilight zone with us, into a world where libraries ban every book … asks everyone to think about the realities of censorship and the importance of intellectual freedom. Every person in … Enjoy a fun night our at our banned book trivia night . This Freedom to Read Week, we challenge you to set a unique …

Betty's story: when giving is second nature.

… devoted to issues from paramedics to fundraising, and she generously donates to several charities, including … Volunteering is how Betty first started supporting RPL. “One of our granddaughters is dyslexic, and I saw the … I believe in what an organization is doing, I will donate. This is a good place to donate.” If you'd like to make a …

Freedom To Read Week turns 35!

… that each of us has the right to decide what we read, watch and listen to (within the limits of the law). This freedom means we also have the right not to read … Purple by Alice Walker Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling This One Summer by Mariko Tamaki When …

How a City Councillor Found His Voice at the Library

… at the library. In 1976, John immigrated to Canada from Poland. Living with his grandparents at 15 years old, he spoke very little English. This barrier made it hard to make friends and adjust to life … look at the books and couldn't understand any of the words. One day, he was looking at books trying to find familiar …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… 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 one of the greatest sources of inspiration we’ll ever know, …

Stressed about money?

… Stressed about money? Blog Body These days, with everyday expenses on the … even just balancing your monthly budget for groceries and bills! It’s not surprising many of us are feeling stressed out about money. For times like this I try to gather as much helpful information as I can, …

Show, Don’t Tell: Tips and Examples

… Show, Don’t Tell: Tips and Examples Blog Body One of the writing tips you’ll here over and over again is ‘Show, don’t tell.’ This is important to master if you want to be noticed by a …

Indigenous Voices: Sharing Our Stories

… Body RPL’s newest collection puts Indigenous authors front and centre. The Indigenous Voices collection focuses on … ranging from graphic novels to memoirs. Our hope is that this collection will make it easy for anyone who’s interested to learn more about about Indigenous …

New friends in Saskatchewan

… always worked to support our customers with services like one-on-one job coaching and English language tutoring, as well as with our diverse … the settlement needs of newcomer Ukrainians throughout this year, we stepped up our efforts. This time, with many …

Going Down the Summer Slide

… of 20 percent of their school-year skills in reading and 27 percent of their school-year skills in math during the summer months. This loss is known as summer slide. Who is at risk? … are a fun way to brush up on the basics. Register for one of our many children’s STEAM programs to play games …

When you love scary movies

… you love scary movies Blog Body If you love horror movies and the Halloween season is your favorite time of year, the … do that!) There are many similar challenges out there, but this one in particular spawned from the mind of author Daniel …

Support Indigenous Business

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

The best show in August

… how I like to think of them anyway. I was able to capture one by chance using my smartphone camera. But these brief … shower. The meteors originate from the Swift-Tuttle comet and are visible from mid-July to late August. What you’re … its peak for the season on August 12. But what’s special this year is the new moon on August 16. The sky will be at …

How to Find Hope at the Library

… Blake, doctors told her that her baby has spina bifida. This news completely changed Sarah's world, as she was flown … 19 days in the neonatal intensive care unit. Today, Blake and Sarah are doing much better, but the mother is thankful … the library being available during these difficult times. “One of the things as a mother is you spend a lot of time …

Uncover Your Family Story

… some interesting projects you can do from home right now, and at RPL we want to make that easier for you. Have you … research to the next level? Ancestry Library Edition is one of the leading resources for genealogy enthusiasts that … the end of July. Normally, access is in-library use only. This is an exciting opportunity to dig in to those census, …

Safe Use and Conduct Bylaw

… Safe Use and Conduct Bylaw … PURPOSE: The Regina Public Library is a … OBJECTIVE: The library's purpose and objective in enacting this bylaw is to maintain a safe and welcoming environment … & Chief Executive Officer; (e) “customer” means anyone who is on the library premises and is not an on-duty …

Paying Fines and Fees

… Paying Fines and Fees … Online Payment Regina Public Library now offers … your fines in full, from the comfort of your home or using one of our library computers. RPL and SmartPay do not keep … please do not click the submit button multiple times, as this may result in duplicate payments. Please remember to …

3D Printer Terms and Conditions

… 3D Printer Terms and Conditions … Introduction This document explains the … the customer at the time of print job submission. It can be one of the following: Central Library at 2311 12th Ave, …

Privacy Statement

… Privacy Statement … The purpose of this statement is to inform customers and the public about the collection and use of personally … on joint projects and purchases for the benefit of everyone in the province. RPL and SILS protect the privacy and …

Work, Weather and the Grid: Agriculture in Saskatchewan

… Work, Weather and the Grid: Agriculture in Saskatchewan … Various, Farm … land system, the towns, and local culture in Saskatchewan. This exhibition was the first to examine the history of … photography and advertising. Curator: Rosemary Donegan Description: 68 pages; 65 b&w, 10 colour …

Students and Educators

… Students and Educators … Studying for an exam? Researching a paper? … Branch Sunrise Branch If you’d rather read on your phone or tablet, you can adjust fonts and background colours … can pick up your holds on campus? Learn how! To access all this great information, you need a library card. Your parent …

Accessibility Services

… Regina Public Library strives to provide welcoming services and spaces for everyone and every ability. From print magnifiers to Home Library … range of visual impairments. Refreshable braille display*: This device provides braille output from the computer, …

RPL is among the first libraries to install accessible navigation technology

… - 10:12 Add Description Regina Public Library (RPL) is one of the first public libraries in Canada to install BlindSquare beacons and hearing loops, two accessible systems that help members … most out of their library visits. The quick adoption of this technology reflects RPL’s commitment to provide …

Applicants

… for members of the community to get assistance and advice from an established Canadian writer, while … The residency begins in September and ends in June. During this time, the Writer in Residence is available for … on their work. Previous writers have chosen to set aside one day each week to meet with writers. Because this is a …

Intellectual Freedom

… … Regina Public Library supports intellectual freedom and endorses the Canadian Federation of Library Association … (CFLA)’s Statement on Intellectual Freedom and Libraries . This is of such significant importance that it is included … Canadians to think, learn and dream, while protecting everyone’s right to express their beliefs and opinions without …

General Guidelines

… (DMS) offers dedicated equipment, computers, software, and products space for learning and creating music, audio … applies to activities in the Studio. Any violations of this policy may result in loss of Studio privileges and / or … strongly encouraged to get a SILS library card. At least one member of your group must possess a valid SILS library …

Our History

… Board meeting was held on March 27. On July 30, J.R.C. Honeyman (1908 -1936), a former provincial civil servant, was appointed Librarian and Secretary Treasurer of the Library Board. 1909 On … on architectural plans prepared by Storey & Van Egmond. This branch was named the Albert Branch. 1918 On December 7, …

Website Accessibility Statement

… enhancing the accessibility of our website. In pursuit of this goal, we have collaborated with the National Network … that our website aligns with established accessibility standards. However, we acknowledge that our website is … on our website while online, please reach out to us using one of the following methods: Click here to Email Us …

Register for a Library Card

… to unlocking a whole world of opportunities to learn, grow and achieve your goals. Your library card is free and can … and as a digital card that's accessible on your smartphone or tablet. Prefer to sign up in person and get a … public library card in Saskatchewan before. By filling out this form, your address and personal information will go …

Prairie history

… Prairie history … If you're interested in the stories and genealogies of the Canadian prairies, you'll find what … of many topics, with access to photos, maps and newspapers. One of its featured collections is the Indigenous Peoples of … Hosted by the Canadian Research Knowledge Network (CRKN), this website preserves Canada’s document heritage since …

Read Together Regina

… Together Regina … Reading to your baby is very important and we want to help you get started. That's why we've … Starts at Home insert We want your feedback! Fill out this 2 minute survey if you received a free book bag from the hospital at the birth of your child. How do I get one? We provide the family of every baby born at the General …

Community Commons

… Community Commons … Everyone is welcome in the Community Commons at Central Library This is a space for many things: Conversation and idea-sharing Collaboration and connection Reflection …

English as an Additional Language Resources

… large world languages collection at Regina Public Library, and collect print in Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Panjabi, … around the world in over 60 languages. To access all this great information, you'll need a library card. Sign up for one by filling out this form . …

Memento Florae: An Architectural Installation by Patrick Mahon

… Installation by Patrick Mahon … Mahon, Patrick (2002) This brochure documents an installation by Patrick Mahon at … architecture became possible when the use of glass and steel had advanced far beyond the necessity for other, … Florae is intended to remind us that underneath skin and bones is the blood and guts that constitutes history. …

John Noestheden: Bumperedobjects

… solids, created with the most inert of materials (aluminum and rubber), summed up everything that is permanent and … matrix, a grid charted on the gallery floor. Noestheden saw this process as a "performative intervention," intended to emulate, or to set in motion, a model of chaos, albeit one that repeated itself every day, from the same starting …

Visual Evidence

… artists, in combination with books, periodicals and newspapers from the Regina Public Library collections. … comparing the "objectivity" constructed through this process to the debates around the Shroud of Turin. … the exhibition displace the legal fiction of the index (a one-to-one relationship between an image and something it …

The Canadian Drawings

… … Wilson, Scottie (1990) Scottie Wilson (1888-1972) was one of the most remarkable self-taught artists. His … with two movements in twentieth century art: Surrealism and Art Brut/Outsider art. "The Canadian Drawings" which … develop his distinctive style and subjects. The drawings of this time are among the strongest of Wilson's career, …