We invite you to join in celebrating Freedom to Read Week February 22nd to 28th, an annual event that encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom. Borrow a book that has been challenged in Canadian libraries from one of the displays in our Main Branch or browse titles from this […]
Visit New Westminster Public Library’s Main Branch to be matched with your next great read through our annual Blind Date With a Book. Each year around Valentine’s Day, our librarians use their expert matchmaking skills to connect readers with fresh and unexpected titles through Blind Date With a Book. This is a great opportunity to […]
October is Canadian Library Month and, to celebrate, we want to hear from you! Come visit us in person at New Westminster Public Library and write down a wish you have for us. Then hang up your wish alongside other wishes as part of a month-long display. After you share your wish, enter a draw […]
UPDATE: OUR SURVEY IS NOW CLOSED. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO SHARED THEIR THOUGHTS! WATCH FOR OUR NEW DOWNTOWN KIOSK COMING SOON!! New Westminster Public Library is pleased to announce our committment to expanding our presence at the Anvil Centre in order to better serve downtown residents. In addition to introducing programming such as our […]
November 27, 2024 The New Westminster Public library is pleased to announce the transfer of a small collection of heritage materials to the New Westminster Museum and Archives as part of an effort to redesign the 2nd floor of its Main Branch. The collections include historic fire insurance maps, old city directories and microfilm. Relocating […]
April 11, 2024 New Westminster Public Library is excited to announce the launch of a revamped, city-wide literary festival. The newly coined Bridges Literary Festival will be held May 9 – 12 in partnership with local businesses and organizations. “We are so thrilled to provide the opportunity for local residents to celebrate and connect over […]