We are happy to announce that our brand new newsletter "Illuminations" has just been published and it is chock full of information about our upcoming programs and services. It will be published 6 times a year and you may download it from our website or pick up a brochure at any of our locations. Download your copy now.
The Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee and the library invite you to the latest 'Chill Out!' session. This is a free teen movie night, hosted at the Victoria Avenue Library on Friday, February 10th. Every attendee will have the chance to vote for one of three movies ('Crazy Stupid Love', 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2' or 'Super 8'), and the movie with the most votes will be shown, free of charge. Teens are being asked to present their student ID to enter free of charge. Doors will open at 6:30pm, and voting will end at 7:00pm. As the library will be closed please enter through the back door off of the parking lot at the rear of the library.
As the face of law enforcement in America for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career and his life. Directed by Clint Eastwwod and starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
Rated PG. Tuesday, Feb 14th , 7pm, LaMarsh Room, Victoria Avenue Library. Free admission, bring your own popcorn and a comfy cushion.
Check out the library's selected links to "Black History" websites and be sure to take a moment and read the moving story of Oliver Purnell (Pernell) one of the first slaves to make the journey across the river from the States and settle in Niagara Falls.
This year, the city's Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee (MYAC) has initiated a new event, with monthly sessions, called “Chill Out!” The title says it all: every month features a different activity that gives the all teens of the city a chance to do something out of the ordinary, relax, have fun, and chill out with their friends. Activities are always free, or discounted, and open to all teens in the city--previous activities include a coffee house at the MacBain Centre, and a discounted skat... [more...]
Lundy's Lane Museum Thursday February 9th, 2012 All Day Street Displays Victoria Avenue Library Lundy's Lane Museum will be showcasing Local History artifacts