Beginning Jun 1, patrons will again be able to rent rooms at public libraries across Saskatoon, and reservations can start being made on May 24. There are options for all sizes of groups, with room capacities ranging from 35 to 195. For more information on the rooms and how to make a reservation, please visit the Room Rentals website.
Access to the J.S. Wood Library’s parking lot will be restricted beginning Monday, Apr 11 due to storm sewer construction work in the area. This work is expected to take five days to complete, weather permitting and barring unforeseen circumstances. Once work begins, northbound lanes on Lansdowne Avenue, including access to the Library, will be restricted. Southbound lanes on Lansdowne…
Saskatoon Public Library (SPL) has released its 2021 Report to Our Community, which presents a collection of facts and figures from the past year at SPL. From total circulation and our most popular items to outreach work and how we adapted to meet community needs during the pandemic, this report presents a snapshot of the year that was at the…
With book banning making headlines in the news lately, this year’s Freedom to Read week is more important than ever. What is Freedom to Read Week? For those who aren’t familiar, Freedom to Read week occurs every February in Canada. It encourages Canadians to celebrate our commitment to intellectual freedom and challenge censorship. These freedoms allow Canadians to actively defend…
On Feb 16, we temporarily suspended in-library services at two libraries to proactively address complex issues that have been escalating over the past few weeks. This decision was made in support of providing a safe, harassment-free environment for all patrons and employees. While the library seeks to be a welcoming refuge for people, we cannot resolve the complex social, mental…
Effective Wednesday, Feb 16, Frances Morrison Central and Dr. Freda Ahenakew Libraries will move to contactless service. Holds pick-up, Grab & Go bags, faxing, scanning and printing services will be available. Rapid test kits will also be available for pick-up. Library hours will be 10 am – 6 pm / Monday – Saturday and 1 – 5:30 pm on Sunday….
On Feb 23, 2022, the OverDrive app will no longer be available to download. The good news is the Libby by OverDrive app is still here for all your ebook, eAudiobook and magazine needs! If you were previously using the Overdrive app, simply download Libby and login – all your holds and borrowed items will transfer over. If you are…
In partnership with Central Urban Metis Federation Inc (CUMFI), we have installed two information kiosks outside of Frances Morrison Central Library and Mayfair Library. They can be accessed 24 hours a day providing information regarding access to essential services and supports for vulnerable individuals. Information such as food and shelter options, addictions, help lines, health services and more will provide…
The Friends’ of the Library Shop Closes. After many decades of volunteering as a fundraising group for Saskatoon Public Library, the Friends of the Library have closed. We would like to express heartfelt thanks to the many Friends members who have selflessly given their time over the years and, in doing so, helped make possible many special projects at the…
Due to popular demand, Blind Date with a Book is back! Spice up your love of reading by borrowing a mystery read. Stop by any library between Feb 1 – 14, and check out a book (or more) based on a couple of hints. Who knows.. you might just uncover your next literary love!
