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Get some great deals on books, CDs and DVDs at our upcoming August Book Sale at Enterprise Square.
Get some great deals on books, CDs and DVDs at our upcoming August Book Sale at Enterprise Square.
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2018 EPL Gala 2018 EPL Gala

Support EPL and help transform your community at the 2018 EPL Gala: An Evening with Arlene Dickinson.
Support EPL and help transform your community at the 2018 EPL Gala: An Evening with Arlene Dickinson.
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Help make BIG changes possible. Donate now to help build a revitalized downtown library!
Help make BIG changes possible. Donate now to help build a revitalized downtown library!
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Ep. 11 - True Crime with Jana G. Pruden Ep. 11 - True Crime with Jana G. Pruden

The new episode of the EPL podcast is now available. Jana G. Pruden from The Globe and Mail joins us to chat about being a crime reporter.
The new episode of the EPL podcast is now available. Jana G. Pruden from The Globe and Mail joins us to chat about being a crime reporter.
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Discover more than 6,500 recipes Discover more than 6,500 recipes

Learn more about food history and culture while discovering thousands of traditional recipes from 174 countries.
Ever wanted to make authentic varenyky (Ukrainian potato dumplings) or bánh hành chiên (Vietnamese green onion pancakes)? With AtoZ World Food, you can learn more about food history and culture while discovering thousands of traditional recipes from 174 countries.
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Read Alberta eBooks Read Alberta eBooks

Introducing the new way to access over 1,200 eBook titles from Alberta publishers. All titles are available immediately!
Introducing the new way to access over 1,200 eBook titles from Alberta publishers. All titles are available immediately!
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There's a database for that There's a database for that

Whether buying a new car, improving your resume or looking for newspapers in different languages, you're covered!
Whether buying a new car, improving your resume or looking for newspapers in different languages, you're covered!
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Explore Lonely Planet on Freading Explore Lonely Planet on Freading

Explore Lonely Planet guides available instantly on Freading. You're covered no matter where you're going!
Explore Lonely Planet guides available instantly on Freading. You're covered no matter where you're going!
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EPL’s Most Wanted: August 2018

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8 Magical Books Like Harry Potter

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A Summer Bucket List for Teens

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Remembering the Queen of Soul Remembering the Queen of Soul

American singer and songwriter, Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul died on August 16 at the age of 76. Check out some of her work.
American singer and songwriter, Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul died on August 16 at the age of 76. Check out some of her work.
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13 Book Match-Ups for Kids and Parents 13 Book Match-Ups for Kids and Parents

By Merran Carr-Wiggin
These 13 book pairings match a fun kids’ book with an adult-appropriate read on the same subject (and in a few cases, by the same author).
These 13 book pairings match a fun kids’ book with an adult-appropriate read on the same subject (and in a few cases, by the same author).
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Most Popular Reads at EPL: August 2018 Most Popular Reads at EPL: August 2018

By Kendall Walters
We take a look at the fiction and non-fiction books with the most holds going into August 2018 (and suggest what to read while you wait).
We take a look at the fiction and non-fiction books with the most holds going into August 2018 (and suggest what to read while you wait).
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Folk Fest Faves Folk Fest Faves

recommended by EPLGreatStuff_Richard
Whether you're heading to the Edmonton Folk Music Festival (Aug. 9 to 12) or you're just a fan of the genre, these picks will do the trick.
Whether you're heading to the Edmonton Folk Music Festival (Aug. 9 to 12) or you're just a fan of the genre, these picks will do the trick.
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8 Bewitching Reads for Harry Potter Fans 8 Bewitching Reads for Harry Potter Fans

By Ilona Storie
Muggles who long for the magic of Hogwarts will LOVE these fantastical picks. Accio books!
Muggles who long for the magic of Hogwarts will LOVE these fantastical picks. Accio books!
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Wrangling Romance Wrangling Romance

Longing to spend your summer on the range? Saddle up and ride off into the sunset with these sweet—and steamy—cowboy romances.
Longing to spend your summer on the range? Saddle up and ride off into the sunset with these sweet—and steamy—cowboy romances.
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10 of the Best Audiobooks for Road Trips 10 of the Best Audiobooks for Road Trips

By Mary Bennett
No matter where you're headed, we've got the perfect road trip audiobook recommendations to keep every passenger entertained. Start the car!
No matter where you're headed, we've got the perfect road trip audiobook recommendations to keep every passenger entertained. Start the car!
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Put a Ring on It: 8 Wedding Romances Put a Ring on It: 8 Wedding Romances

By Beth Wortman
From brides to wedding planners to friends of the happy couple, these nuptial-themed picks have it all—you're sure to fall head-over-heels!
From brides to wedding planners to friends of the happy couple, these nuptial-themed picks have it all—you're sure to fall head-over-heels!
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Read Alberta Book Award Nominees Read Alberta Book Award Nominees

The Alberta Book Publishing Awards recognize and celebrate the best of the Alberta book publishing industry. Check out the 2018 shortlist!
The Alberta Book Publishing Awards recognize and celebrate the best of the Alberta book publishing industry. Check out the 2018 shortlist!
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EPL Staff Favourite Beach Reads EPL Staff Favourite Beach Reads

By Kendall Walters
Sizzling sun, shimmering water, sandy toes and a nice light book—the perfect summer combination. Dive into one of these easy-breezy books!
Sizzling sun, shimmering water, sandy toes and a nice light book—the perfect summer combination. Dive into one of these easy-breezy books!
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6 Books That’ll Make You Want to Travel 6 Books That’ll Make You Want to Travel

By Kendall Walters
Books have an almost magically ability to transport us someplace else. These are a few of the many that have inspired our travel dreams.
Books have an almost magically ability to transport us someplace else. These are a few of the many that have inspired our travel dreams.
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All Up in Your Grill All Up in Your Grill

recommended by EPLGreatStuff_Beth
Whether you like a nice juicy steak, well-grilled chicken or even tasty roasted veggies, these BBQ cookbooks offer tons of summer options!
Whether you like a nice juicy steak, well-grilled chicken or even tasty roasted veggies, these BBQ cookbooks offer tons of summer options!
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