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Meghan, Queen's Square | August 1, 2021
The Tokyo Summer Olympics is underway, despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This decision isn’t without controversy. Still, for many, the Olympics... Read More»
Jessica, Preston | August 1, 2021
This month marks an important anniversary for fantasy fans. “A Game of Thrones,” the first volume in George R.R. Martin’s seminal fantasy series, “A... Read More»
Cassidy, Queen's Square | August 1, 2021
Idea Exchange is excited to be in conversation with four amazing authors this month! On Thursday, August 12th at 7:00 p.m., we’ll be speaking with... Read More»
Phil, Queen's Square | July 7, 2021
Big Library Read (BLR), facilitated by OverDrive is an online reading program through Idea Exchange that connects readers from around the world with... Read More»
Jessica, Preston | July 5, 2021
Who doesn’t love the Heritage Minutes? From advances in neurosurgery (“I can smell burnt toast!”) to the invention of basketball (“But I need these... Read More»
Jennifer, Clemens Mill | July 5, 2021
While collecting forget-me-nots at Craigh Na Dun in Scotland, Claire Randall finds herself in a world that is not her own. Somehow, by touching one... Read More»
Shaun, Hespeler | July 5, 2021
Of all the things I miss from pre-COVID life, I’d say browsing in book stores and libraries ranks among the highest. Not surprising coming from a... Read More»
Service Update | July 3, 2021
Idea Exchange is Fine Free…Forever
As of July 5, 2021, Idea Exchange has permanently eliminated all overdue fines on late materials and removed all... Read More»
Idea Exchange | June 7, 2021
National Indigenous History Month is a celebration of Indigenous stories, perspectives, and contributions that are a foundation of our communities.... Read More»
Jessica, Hespeler | June 1, 2021
CONTEST NOW CLOSED.
Our lucky winner is Abigail! Thanks to all our participants. We hope you had fun!
Have you ever tried to keep a secret? Think... Read More»