Ontario Public Library Week 2006

Celebrations for Ontario Public Library Week 2006 will be held from October 16th to 22nd. The theme, “Libraries: The world at your fingertips”, celebrates libraries of all types across Canada and the ability to access the world through the interconnectivity of libraries.
A strong library system is the cornerstone of a strong community. Ontario Public Library Week recognizes the important contribution Ontario's public libraries make to education, literacy and life-long learning in Ontario communities. With more than 1,100 service points throughout Ontario, public libraries’ patrons have access to over 100 million items and make over 66 million visits to local libraries across Ontario annually. And now virtually every library branch in the province also provides access to electronic information through the Internet.
Public libraries, dedicated librarians and devoted volunteers across the province are planning special activities to mark Ontario Public Library Week 2006. Check the Lincoln Public Library’s website, www.lincoln.library.on.ca, for events such as Bob Lindsey’s author reading on Oct. 18 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fleming Library.