"Indigenous women and Two-Spirit people have traditionally been revered as life-givers and caregivers. This is why we say, 'our women and girls are sacred'"--From the National Inquiry's vision statement This week we celebrate Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQ+ people and their accomplishments, successes, and contributions to our communities. Despite the many injustices and obstacles created…
National Indigenous History Month: Languages, Cultures, and Arts
“Language is central to our identity, community, and culture. Language is essential in how we share our stories and our history, and how we connect with one another.” -- The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage This week’s theme is focused on Languages, cultures, and arts. 2022 marked the beginning of International Decade of…
Monthly Highlights: May 2024
Here are a few highlights from May 2024 at RDPL! Storytime at Collicutt is a Huge Success! Over the past few months, we have welcomed so many families to our Thursday morning storytimes at the Collicutt Branch. Even with limited space, we still managed to fit in 30 children for a boisterous good time! Our…
National Indigenous History Month: Children and Youth
"… I know that youth are inherently better positioned than anybody to create the sort of change we need to see, and so we need to focus on them. Stories reveal the world to kids – the world that was, the world that is and the world that can be. What kind of future do…
June is National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Reader Rendezvous – June Buddy Read
Are you looking for a virtual bookish space to connect and share your love of books with? Look no further than Reader Rendezvous! Visit the Reader Rendezvous webpage for more information about the book club, how to join, your hosts and the monthly reads. JUNE BUDDY READ THE CITY BEAUTIFUL by Aden Polydoros Chicago, 1893…
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