Marina Fernandes is the former Communications Specialist at EPL. Picture it… It’s 1967, an Edmonton Public Library children’s membership costs five cents and an adult one is only a quarter. The downtown library has an artwork rental service, a smoking room and a petting zoo. Futuristic gadgets like a Xerox copier, four-track tape recorder, Kodak…
The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing But
This list is from Capital City Press featured writer SG Wong called "The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing But". "I read non-fiction books mainly for research purposes, but I also find memoirs and social histories intriguing as well. Here are some I’m interested in, and some I’ve enjoyed in the past. P.S. This is my…
Top 5 Ways to Cheer Up the Lonely Days
Written by Hilary Kirkpatrick, EPL Outreach Worker As a social worker for the Edmonton Public Library, I know the importance of community building and making connections for those who are feeling lonely. Having a supportive network of people and meaningful connections can give us the boost we need to feel better about ourselves and have…
Helping Newcomer Teens Adapt to Life in Canada
By Mona Bacon, EPL Community Librarian. Matt Bell is a former EPL employee. Ammar is a confident and outgoing grade eleven student with a ready smile and a great sense of humour. He is also a newcomer to Canada. He recently arrived in Edmonton from Syria and, like the other 16 teens who have come…
The Gift My Mom Gave Me
Written by Susan Chau, Community Librarian Being a mom is one of the hardest roles there is. It’s wonderful that once a year in May moms get to feel extra special and appreciated with flowers, phone calls and breakfast in bed. As Mother’s Day approaches, I’m hearing heartwarming stories from customers who shared their first…
Andre Picard’s Book Recommendations
Andre Picard is a health reporter and columnist for The Globe and Mail who has been honored for his dedication to improving healthcare. He was named Canada's first "Public Health Hero" by the Canadian Public Health Association and as a "Champion of Mental Health" by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health. He has…
The Coolest Recipes to Beat the Summer Heat
Written by Caroline Land Weather forecasters are predicting a hot summer in Edmonton. Looking for ways to beat the heat? Check out EPL's collection of cookbooks for desserts that can help keep you cool all summer long. I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! These are perennial favourites and go down easy on hot summer…
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