The Township of Russell is proud to announce a significant step forward in the relocation of the Embrun Branch of the Township of Russell Public Library. A 15-year lease agreement—with four additional 5-year renewal options—has officially been signed with Embrun…
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Join us ! Volunteer Appreciation & Open House
You're Invited! Volunteer appreciation event and open house!Join us as we celebrate the heart of our community—our amazing volunteers! Russell Branch Library Saturday, April 26, 20251:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. To honor our incredible volunteers, we’ve commissioned a one-of-a-kind sculpture from…
Artificial Intelligence: Shaping our future
Workshop presented by Bridget Cucksey, a local digital marketing specialist.Thursday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m.At the Russell BranchFree, but registration is required. Register here. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing education, work, creativity, and society—but what are the implications?Join us for…
Spring Author Visits at the Library !
Rick Mofina - Monday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the Russell Branch (Event in English)Amélie Dubois - Tuesday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Embrun Branch (Event in French) Join us for an evening with Rick Mofina on…
Seed Library opens March 8
The Library is excited to launch our very own Seed Library! The Seed Library is located at the Russell Branch in the foyer section. We currently have over 400 packets of vegetable, herb and flower seeds. Patrons (you do need…
Join our team this summer at the library
Summer Student – Library Clerk 9 weeks, end of June 22 to August 22 35 hours /week(Embrun / Russell Branch) Duties:Assist in the provision of library services to the public, including circulation of documents.Host workshops with groups of young people…
Special closure due to winter storm conditions
**SPECIAL CLOSURE** Due to the winter storm conditions, the Embrun Branch will be closed all day, February 13. The Russell Branch will be open from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Workshop: Learn to Save your Seeds
Russell BranchSaturday, March 8 at 2 PM *Rescheduled on Saturday, March 22 at 2 PMNo cost. In English.Registration required. Register here. Join us for an engaging workshop led by two local Master Gardeners, where you’ll learn the ins and outs…
Embrun through the years with local historian Jean-Pierre Proulx
Embrun BranchSaturday, February 22 from 2 PM to 3:30 PMNo cost. Registration required.Event in French. Register here. Immerse yourself in the history of the village of Embrun through a presentation of over 100 historic photographs! Join us as local historian…
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Generous Donation from Valoris Foundation for New Embrun Branch
Joining forces for youth: Future Embrun library branch to feature youth space powered by Valoris Foundation The Township of Russell Public Library is proud to announce an innovative partnership with the Valoris Foundation. The latter is making a generous donation…
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