Tania Gregoire

Exploring Indigenous and 2SLGBTQ+ Voices Through Community and Storytelling

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Join the Innisfil ideaLAB & Library in celebrating National Indigenous History Month and Pride Season through learning, storytelling, creativity, and connection.  Join us for a meaningful evening of reflection and remembrance as we take part in building The Canadian Library Project, a national memorial honouring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S). Participants are invited to wrap books in Indigenous-inspired… Continue Reading Exploring Indigenous and 2SLGBTQ+ Voices Through Community and Storytelling

Smile Cookie Campaign raises $13,517 for local libraries

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This year’s Smile Cookie Campaign, from April 27 to May 3, raised anincredible $13,517 in support of Innisfil ideaLAB & Library, Cookstown Branch and Essa PublicLibrary, Thornton Branch. Both libraries are honoured to be chosen as this year’s local recipients by David Blackmore,owner of the Tim Hortons locations in Cookstown and Thornton. Operations manager DarrenBoyle… Continue Reading Smile Cookie Campaign raises $13,517 for local libraries

 Tim Hortons Smile Cookies Return on April 27!

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Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign is back! From April 27 to May 3 stop by and purchase Tim Horton’s Smile Cookies, with 100 per cent of the sales going to local charities. Last year, Tims’ guests helped raise nearly $22.6 million across Canada through the annual Smile Cookie campaign.  This year, the owner of the Tim Hortons locations in Cookstown and Thornton are generously supporting Innisfil ideaLAB & Library & Essa Public Library by donating… Continue Reading  Tim Hortons Smile Cookies Return on April 27!

Level up as ComicFEST Returns to Innisfil for its Biggest Year yet!

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ComicFEST returns for its third edition at the Innisfil ideaLAB & Library, bringing even more creativity, fandom, and fun to the Lakeshore Branch. Get your favourite costume ready and unleash your inner hero on Saturday, April 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (967 Innisfil Beach Road).  ComicFEST continues to grow as a celebration of pop culture in all its forms, from comics and manga to video games, TV, and film. All fandoms are welcome… Continue Reading Level up as ComicFEST Returns to Innisfil for its Biggest Year yet!

Get booked this April at the Library: Explore a line-up of book-inspired programs for all ages

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The Innisfil ideaLAB & Library is excited to present a month-long celebration of all things books this April. From an engaging author talk to PA Day activities for kids, there’s something for readers of all ages to enjoy. These free events invite the community to connect, discover new stories, and celebrate a shared love of reading. Book Chat: Favourite CookbooksShare your favourite recipes, kitchen inspirations,… Continue Reading Get booked this April at the Library: Explore a line-up of book-inspired programs for all ages

Stroud Branch of Library Closed for Facility Maintenance

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On Sunday February 8, 2026, the Stroud Branch of the Innisfil ideaLAB & Library experienced flooding due to a frozen pipe that burst in the Curling Club portion of the Stroud-Innisfil Community Centre.  As a result, the Stroud Branch of the Library will be closed for at least one week to assess damage and remediation options. The closure will be effective February 9, 2026, with a planned re-opening for Wednesday, February… Continue Reading Stroud Branch of Library Closed for Facility Maintenance

Join us at the Library for 2026 Winter Olympic Watch Parties

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We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the Library! The Olympics begin Friday, February 6. These family-friendly watch parties will be free and open to everyone. Come decked out in red and white and bring your loudest cheering voice.  February 6–14 Opening CeremonyFriday, February 6 | 1:50–5:00… Continue Reading Join us at the Library for 2026 Winter Olympic Watch Parties

Building Brighter Futures: Innisfil ideaLAB & Library Launches ‘Buy a Shelf’ Campaign

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The Innisfil ideaLAB & Library invites the community to help build a brighter future for children and families through its new Buy a Shelf campaign. For a $250 donation, individuals, families, and local businesses can help shape the future of the Library, one shelf at a time. Supporters can sponsor a library shelf in the… Continue Reading Building Brighter Futures: Innisfil ideaLAB & Library Launches ‘Buy a Shelf’ Campaign

Fall Author Series

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The Innisfil ideaLAB & Library is excited to announce its upcoming Fall Author Series, featuring a lineup of acclaimed Canadian authors who will share their stories, insights, and inspirations. These free events offer the community a chance to connect with writers, explore new books, and celebrate the power of storytelling.  Author Talk with Lindsay Zier-Vogel… Continue Reading Fall Author Series