News from Mississippi Mills Public Library – Week of March 6, 2025

Events and programs

March Break at the Mississippi Mills Public Library (MMPL): March 10-15. Call or email the library to ask for any questions.

Activities marked (A) happen at Almonte branch. Activities marked (P) at Pakenham branch.

Interested in helping people who are new to Canada learn English but aren’t sure where to start? This session is for you!

Join others at the Mississippi Mills Public Library (Almonte Branch) for a HOW TO TEACH ESL WORKSHOP. This workshop guides you through best practices, tips, and strategies on how to effectively teach English as a Second Language (ESL).

In this workshop, receive resources and worksheets that you can utilize while helping ESL learners. Interested in attending? Email localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to learn more or register here: https://form.jotform.com/250566079119260

The instructor is a teacher, coach and consultant with over 10 years of experience helping people of all ages and all levels learn English.

Join the Knitting & Crochet Group, learn some new techniques, share what you know. No registration necessary, just drop-in Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, at Almonte branch. Everyone welcome. Irina Shevchenko offers lessons in the Continental style to those interested. Needles and yarn are supplied or bring your favourites.

Film in the Afternoon – Barbie – March 26 at 1 pm at Almonte branch.

Community panel discussion – The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness

Date: Wednesday, April 2, 6:30 pm

Location: Almonte branch

Free event, but registration required, click here.

This event is sponsored by The Hub, in collaboration with Trellis Health, Mill Street Books and the Mississippi Mills Public Library.

Join us for a free panel discussion inspired by The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, a thought-provoking book that explores the rise of anxiety and mental health struggles among today’s youth. Haidt examines the impact of technology, social media, and modern parenting on child and adolescent well-being, offering insights into how we can foster resilience and emotional health in young people.

Hear from a panel of local experts:

• Nicki Gallo, MA – Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Play Therapist, specializing in child and family therapy
• Patrick O’Halloran, MSW – Registered Social Worker and therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, depression, anxiety and addictions
• Renee Colley, ECE is a CNAC Forest and Nature School Practitioner and owner of Wild Child Nature project

What to expect:

• Insightful conversations about youth anxiety and mental health
• Practical strategies for parents, caregivers, and educators
• A chance to ask questions and connect with local experts
• Valuable insights and practical tools for those looking to better support children and youth in today’s fast-paced, digital world

Free event, but registration is required: https://form.jotform.com/250645000702240

MMPL Friends are so wonderful

Thank you to the Friends of the Library for generously donating $4,000 to support keeping the Mississippi Mills Public Library fine-free!

We love our Friends for their dedication to ensuring greater access to library services for residents who may face financial barriers, promoting lifelong literacy, and helping to reduce the number of unreturned items. We encourage everyone in the community to support the Friends’ ongoing fundraising efforts to keep this great work going! 

More info about the Friends here.