Library News

Trivia Night - Friday, April 26, 2024 @ 7:30 pm

The library is hosting a Trivia Night on April 26th @ 7:30 pm at the Cobden Legion.  We are looking for teams of 2 to 6 players.  Admission is $60.00 per team.  Please register at whitewaterpl@nrtco.net.

MacWha Bursary
Applications are now being accepted for the Barbara MacWha Memorial Scholarship.  There are 2 x $500.00 scholarships to be awarded to eligible post-secondary students in the Whitewater Region.  The application is available below.

Calling All Writers!
Do you love to write?  Would you like to exchange ideas with other like minded authors, receive feedback, share your ideas and experiences?  Join the Whitewater Region Writer's Circle.  The group will meet on the third Monday of each month at the Cobden Branch (12 Wren Drive) from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm.  The cost is $5.00 per session and there will be refreshments available.  Please register by email at coblib@nrtco.net or by phone at 613-646-7592.

Whitewater Region Public Library is Looking For Some Friends!
Do you have a few hours to spare a month?  You could help our library thrive by volunteering for programming and events for children and adults.  Give as little or as much time as you like.  Any contribution is appreciated.  For more information please contact Debbi McLaughlin at coblib@nrtco.net or 613-646-7592.

Books and Banter Book Club!
Join us the first Tuesday of every month at the Beachburg branch for an evening discussing all things books!  Bring a book you're currently reading or any book that you love!  The time is 6:00 to 7:30 pm.  Coffee and tea will be provided.  

On-Line Book Club!
Join us the first Thursday of every month on Zoom for our on-line book club hosted by Library Board Member Mary Clark.  The meetings will begin at 7:00 pm on Zoom.  Please email whitewaterpl@nrtco.net to register for the club.