Community Outreach
Bookmobile
A Community Library On Wheels
In April 2021 we proudly unveiled our new Bookmobile. Starting with a decommissioned rescue truck from the fire department, donated by council, we wrapped it in colourful graphics and converted the inside into a full-service library on wheels.
The purpose of the bookmobile is to bring the library to the community. You will find it at community events and gatherings throughout town between April and October, and the annual Santa Claus Parade.
Weekly Schedule
Times Are Appoximate
Tuesdays (ends October 1st)
Farmer’s Market 1 – 7 PM
Thursdays
Community Outreach Routes (various locations)
All dates and times are weather permitting.
Sept 5th, Oct 3rd, Nov 7th, Dec 5th
- 10 am – Wasaga Ministerial Beach Food Bank
- 12:30 pm – 7th Lane Apartments
- 2 pm – Gardens of Wasaga (except Nov 7)
- 10 am – Waterside Retirement Home
- 12 pm – St Noel Food Bank (except Dec 19th)
- 2 pm – Zoo Park apartments
The Bookmobile Returns For the 2024 Season
For the 2024 season, we’re transitioning to a free book giveaway model – that’s right, a free book with every visit! Whether you’re an avid reader or just starting your literary journey, the Bookmobile offers literary treasures to take home at no charge. Plus, enjoy free Wi-Fi and a cozy lounge area to relax and dive into the world of books at our stops (where signal is available).
Little Free Libraries
Looking for other ways to borrow books? There are six Little Free Library Bookhouses set up throughout the community where you can take a book or leave a book free of charge.
Recplex: 1724 Mosley St, L9Z 1Z8
Youth Centre: 1621 Mosley St, L9Z 2A2
Klondike Sports Park: 1888 Klondike Park Rd, L9Z 2W8
Community Garden: Corner of River Road W & Fernbrook Dr.
Old Mosley Street: 203 Old Mosley St, L9Z 2J2
Town Hall: 30 Lewis St, L9Z 1A1
Storybook Trails
Wasaga Beach Public Library’s Storybook Trails are designed to get families excited about being active, exploring the outdoors, and reading together.
The library has two trails to provide residents and visitors with alternative walking and reading routes. The books featured on the Storybook Trails will be periodically changed so that people are encouraged to return for a new adventure.
Silver Birch: The Storybook Trail on the east side of town starts on Silver Birch Avenue (the section closest to Birchview Dunes Elementary School) by River Road West and continues through the scenic walking trail up to where Silver Birch meets Bush Crescent.
Carly Patterson: The entrance to this Storybook Trail is located on the same street as Worsley Elementary School where it joins with Cardinal Way. The trail then continues along the groomed Carly Patterson Trail in a westward direction culminating at Meadowlark Boulevard.