- If you think libraries are just for borrowing books, think again.
- Other things you can borrow include: e-books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs and even musical instruments and board games in some cases.
- Looking for activities to do? Visit your local library’s website and we think you’ll be amazed at what they offer for the price of a library card.
- Educational programs like computer skills, wildlife information, finances, career skills, social media basics and citizenship information.
- Fun events for all ages such as crafts, watching movies, dance classes, artwork, creative writing, yoga, music, photography and some unexpected options like dry ice and building LEGO projects.
- Turn your visit into an adventure:
- Since libraries are very environmentally friendly, consider our Recycler/Going Green theme.
- Depending on what books you’re looking for, we have themes that can work with them. For example:
- Animals. Theme: Animal Lover
- Cooking. Theme: Foodie.
- How-to. Theme: Skilled Trades
- Science/Sci fi. Theme: Geek/Science Lover
- Travel: Themes: Travel Bug or Trip Around the World
- Because books use paper, they can be a fun way to incorporate our Rock, Paper, Scissors theme.
- If your giftee loves literature, consider donating to their local library.
- Think outside the box: make up a little scavenger or treasure hunt right in the library or practice a few random acts of kindness and leave post-it notes in your favourite books for future readers to discover. Comments like “this is my favourite book…enjoy” or simply “you’re awesome” can make a strangers day.
