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Greater Victoria Public Library has 12 branches to inspire your lifelong learning. We're proud to be your place to connect, discover and imagine.

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Book lovers, creatives, and curious minds, we've got something for you this fall! 🍂

From book chats to postcard making, zine workshops, and more, our fall programs offer plenty of opportunities to connect, create, and be inspired.

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A friendly reminder that all GVPL branches will be closed on Wednesday, September 30, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

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Some books entertain. Some teach. The best ones do both!

Explore our latest new adult nonfiction selections, featuring thought-provoking stories, inspiring memoirs, fascinating histories, and timely topics that will keep you turning pages: https://t.co/BI0Qhyk9EI

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We're excited to be part of the Victoria Craft Crawl taking place September 25 to 27 🪡

Explore local makers, collect stamps in your Craft Crawl Passport, and enter to win prizes. Stop by Central Branch and borrow a craft book to keep the inspiration going!

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Spend an afternoon exploring local art, discovering new ideas, and getting creative at Small Press Fest!

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#TBT: A year ago, we opened The Lab at our Esquimalt Branch! 📼✨

Since then, more than 1,000 visits have helped transform old photos, VHS tapes, audio recordings, and other treasured keepsakes into lasting digital memories.

Learn more: https://t.co/DRjXDE0O2e

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Oh, to be a kid at the library!

Storytimes. LEGO. Crafts. Robots. Books. Music. Coding. New friends.

This fall, kids can learn, play, create, and let their imaginations run wild through a wide variety of library programs.

Check out all our programs! https://t.co/5fyrndL8Op

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Got a tween or teen who is looking for something fun to do? 🎮🎨📚

From escape rooms and gaming to fan art, creative writing, zine making, and more, there's no shortage of fun things for tweens and teens to discover at the library this fall!

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🎬 Local Filmmaker Spotlight!

Join GVPL and the Victoria Film Festival on Sept. 23 at 7:30 p.m. for a free screening of Mildlife, winner of Best Canadian Film at VFF 2026.

Learn more: https://t.co/jsGfbMsSnj

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Help us make next year's Summer Reading Club even better by sharing your feedback!

The survey closes September 18: https://t.co/NLOvbkVWBd.

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Looking for your next page-turner? 📖👀

September's newest adult fiction titles have landed, featuring buzzy debuts, epic fantasy, literary gems, and can't-miss bestsellers.

Browse the full list and start placing holds! ✨ https://t.co/8KQDIKJvK2

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Join us for some family fun this fall!

Baby Time with Stay & Play and Family Storytime with Stay & Play are back from September 15 to October 31! Enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, and 30 minutes of free play and social time after.

Learn more: https://t.co/w2ZrJVYmYZ

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📚 Indigenous Stories Book Club

Connect with fellow readers in this monthly online book club featuring books by Indigenous authors from across Canada.

https://t.co/5bwnl9CVtR

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Your friendly neighbourhood library is the ultimate tool for surviving student life!

We're here at @uvic ThunderFest to share how your local public library can support you throughout the school year.

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Celebrate Culture Days with paper crafting fun from September 18 to October 3! Create thank-you cards, puzzle purses, infinity cards, and more.

Perfect for all ages and skill levels. Dates and times vary by branch.

Learn more: https://t.co/dSMHf0aMPS

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New to Greater Victoria?

Connect with your community, improve your English, and access free support services through newcomer programs offered at select library branches in partnership with the Victoria Immigrant & Refugee Centre Society.

Learn more: https://t.co/tFDN9Y9mnc

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Tune in to All Points West today at 4:30 p.m. as librarian Elliot explores graphic novels that couldn't be novels.

Get a sneak peek at the graphic novels they'll discuss: https://t.co/Iil9BoGPrO

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In recognition of Labour Day, all branches are closed today. Access ebooks, e-audiobooks, streaming movies, music, and more 24/7 at https://t.co/1bXqcuYkOp. Regular library hours will resume tomorrow.

Have a library item to return? All locations have 24-hour return bins.

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Ready to fall in love with a new book? 💕 Explore our romance recommendations and discover your perfect match! https://t.co/UHNDhM8c0Y

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Let's shell-ebrate a record-breaking Summer Reading Club! 🐚📚 More than 10,000 young readers across Greater Victoria participated. If your child hasn't picked up their prize yet, bring their reading record to the library this month to claim eligible prizes (while supplies last).