Blogs & More @ WPL

Blogs

A blog, short for weblog, is an online journal or newsletter which typically consists of short, frequently updated stories with links to news items and web sites. Blogs are popular for all ages and are very user- friendly. For tips on WPL blogs, click here.

NEW!! Fact. Fiction. Feast.: the WPL Cookbook

Waterloo Public Library staff and customers are sharing their favourite recipes and book titles for a new community cookbook, “Fact. Fiction. Feast.” Funds raised from the sales of the cookbook will be directed at refurbishing the preschool area in the Children’s Department at the Main Library.

NEW!! WPL Songwriting Contest

In spring 2012 WPL is holding its 1st Songwriting Contest for teens.  Visit the blog for complete contest details.

John M. Harper Branch

Learn about Waterloo Public Library’s newest branch, located at 500 Fischer-Hallman Road North, Waterloo.

McCormick Branch

Learn about what’s happening at the McCormick Branch. McCormick is a great neighbourhood library with a focus on families. The McCormick Library has lots of books, DVDs, CDs, kits, toys and programs suitable for the whole family.

New Children’s Books

Keep up to date on all the latest books in our Children’s Department collections.

Teen Advisory Council (TAC)

TAC is based at the Harper Branch (500 Fischer-Hallman Road North). Meetings are monthly. There are games, guests, contests, food, and more. Registration not required. Just come, it’s fun!

WPL Book Clubs

You are welcome to attend meetings at either of our book clubs or, just share thoughts online about the books we are reading. We would love to hear from you!

WPL Graphic Novels, Comics and Manga Blog

Some of the best graphic novels for tweens and younger teens as selected by the staff of WPL. Comment on your favourites on our blog or suggest a new one! We update often so be sure to check back!

WPL Reads

WPL Reads is a new blog where Waterloo Public Library staff post what they’re reading, suggest good reads, and share what’s going on in the book world. Fiction. Non-Fiction. New reads. But some older books, too. We hope to introduce you to some new titles and authors, or perhaps to reacquaint you with an old favourite. New entries are posted every few days, so check back often!

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