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Marg Isbester elected Lennox and Addington County Warden for 2020

December 12, 2019

Lindsey

December 12, 2019 – Lennox and Addington County Council wishes to announce that Marg Isbester, Mayor of the Town of Greater Napanee, was elected County Warden for the year 2020, at Council’s Inaugural Meeting held on December 11, 2019. This is Marg Isbester’s first time serving as the County Warden.

Warden Isbester began her municipal service as a Councillor in Greater Napanee in 2010. She was elected Deputy Mayor in 2014 and subsequently elected as Mayor in 2018.

Staff Picks: The Deal of a Lifetime and Other Stories

December 11, 2019

Catherine

Kristin recently enjoyed The Deal of a Lifetime and Other Stories by Fredrik Backman, a collection of three meaningful stories about facing life’s greatest struggles and discovering what is truly important in life. Here is her review:

Staff Picks: Let it Snow

December 11, 2019

Catherine

Chantell McMahon recently enjoyed Let It Snow by Nancy Thayer, a heartwarming Christmas story that’s full of drama and holiday cheer. Here is her review:

Staff Pick: Broken Man on a Halifax Pier

December 11, 2019

Catherine

Julie Wendland, Readers' Services Coordinator of the Lennox & Addington Libraries, recently enjoyed Broken Man on a Halifax Pier by Lesley Choyce. Here is her review:

Patricia's Christmas Reads

December 4, 2019

Patricia Richard

Each year as the business of December approaches I shift my reading to light, cozy, predictable and delightful Christmas stories. I love that in just a few hours (not unlike a Hallmark movie) you can enjoy a little brain candy and escape from the hustle and bustle. Below are a few Christmas cozies new to our collection this year that I have enjoyed so far:

Staff Picks: The Butterfly Girl

December 4, 2019

Catherine

Andree Duval, Relief Librarian for the Lennox & Addington Libraries, recently enjoyed The Butterfly Girl by Rene Denfeld, which Margaret Atwood describes as a "heartbreaking, finger-gnawing, and yet ultimately hopeful novel."

Find Naturally L&A on Instagram

December 1, 2019

Rob Plumley

Lennox & Addington County really is a beautiful place, as evidenced by the number of amazing photos floating around on social media.

We invite you to explore hidden gems and unspoiled moments amid the beauty of L&A. Take plenty of photos and be sure to tag us on your Instagram page with #UnspoiledLA to share your moments with us!

Books into Movies 2020

November 26, 2019

Catherine

Like every year, 2019 has been chock full of movie adaptations of well-loved books. Some of them have tanked (ahem The Goldfinch), while others look extremely promising (Little Women) or possibly worth a watch (Where Did You Go Bernadette). If you love movies as much as you love books, you’ll want to prepare for the following big 2020 releases.

PA Day @ The Library

November 26, 2019

Catherine

This upcoming P.A. Day, Friday, November 29th, we'll have a ton of fun activities happening across our branches. Please note that Bath, Tamworth and Yarker Branches are closed on Fridays as usual, but we'll have stuff going on into Saturday.

All Branches --

BRICKTASTIC BUILD OFF

Delicious Dining Destinations in Lennox & Addington

November 25, 2019

Mike Hector

Quite possibly the best part visiting the area is the delicious food offerings at seemingly every turn. Whether you're visiting with friends & family or just don't feel like cooking, there are many great dining establishments to satisfy your palate here in Lennox & Addington County.

[View a full list of dining options here in L&A]

The Jiffy Grill

146 Main Street, Odessa