Welcome back! I am so happy that Ms. Trish has invited me to make a guest post on her blog to talk about the Burnaby Public Library and our services! My name is Jamie and I am the Children’s Librarian at the Tommy Douglas Branch of the Burnaby Public Library (https://www.bpl.bc.ca/). Tommy Douglas is located on the corner of Edmonds and Kingsway at 7311 Kingsway (learn more about our other three locations here: https://www.bpl.bc.ca/locations-hours).

 

Did you know that you can now come into the library and look for books and other materials? Our hours at all branches are:

 

  • Monday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Thursday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sunday: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Here are some of the other exciting services we are currently offering:

  • Need a library card? Give us a call at 604-436-5400 or come in. Having a Burnaby Public Library card will let you access all our cool online resources, place holds, and check out books. Everyone can get a card from babies to grandparents!
  • Need something to read? We have many new print books in library and e-books to enjoy at home. Check out: https://tinyurl.com/BPLStaffPicks and https://burnaby.overdrive.com/library/kids
  • Got questions about the community, technology, books, or anything else? Drop by, call us at 604-436-5400 or email eref@bpl.bc.ca. We love to answer your questions!
  • Searching for more stories? Check out TumbleBookLibrary, Bookflix, Indigenous Storybooks and other great options for online stories here: https://www.bpl.bc.ca/kids/online-stories .
  • Did you read this summer? Pick up a Summer Reading Club medals at the branch while supplies last.

Keep visiting our website for news and announcements. For more information, visit: https://www.bpl.bc.ca/news/covid19 .

Remember, if you have any questions, please stop by, give us a call at 604-436-5400 or email us (eref@bpl.bc.ca). We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Warm regards!

Jamie

Children’s Librarian, Tommy Douglas Library

 

Virtual Tommy Douglas Tour