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Vote for the Library in the Northumberland Spirit Awards by May 17th!

The Cobourg Public Library has been nominated in the "Best Children's Entertainment" category!

Show your support for the Library, and other local businesses, by voting:

https://www.gonorthumberland.ca/2025-northumberland-spirit-awards/

Drop-in for a Free Movie - Cobourg Library

Mondays - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room

Light refreshments will be provided. Movie lists will be available at the Cobourg Public Library.

May 12th: The Grand Hotel (1932), 112 min.
May 19th: Library Closed for Victoria Day
May 26th: Singin' in the Rain (1951), 103 min.

June 2nd - The adventures of Robin Hood (1938), 103 min.

Tech Buddies - Cobourg Library

Tuesdays - 4:10 p.m. to 5:10 p.m. - April 8th to May 13th

Need basic technology assistance?
Join students from Trinity College School in the Reading Room of the Cobourg Public Library.  Help is first come-first served.

Library Chess Club - Cobourg Library

Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. - Reading Room

Join us to meet and play against other local chess players.

Chess pieces and boards will be available.  Drop-in program. All ages welcome. 

Fridays - May 2nd to June 27th - Cobourg Library

10:00 a.m. (doors open at 9:45 a.m.) - Rotary Room

Drop-in Friday mornings for light refreshments and enjoy our weekly program.  Welcoming those aged 55 and older.  Donations appreciated, but not required!

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Vote for the Library in the Northumberland Spirit Awards by May 17th!

The Cobourg Public Library has been nominated in the "Best Children's Entertainment" category!

Show your support for the Library, and other local businesses, by voting:

https://www.gonorthumberland.ca/2025-northumberland-spirit-awards/

Drop-in for a Free Movie - Cobourg Library

Mondays - 2:00 p.m. - Rotary Room

Light refreshments will be provided. Movie lists will be available at the Cobourg Public Library.

May 12th: The Grand Hotel (1932), 112 min.
May 19th: Library Closed for Victoria Day
May 26th: Singin' in the Rain (1951), 103 min.

June 2nd - The adventures of Robin Hood (1938), 103 min.

Tech Buddies - Cobourg Library

Tuesdays - 4:10 p.m. to 5:10 p.m. - April 8th to May 13th

Need basic technology assistance?
Join students from Trinity College School in the Reading Room of the Cobourg Public Library.  Help is first come-first served.

Library Chess Club - Cobourg Library

Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. - Reading Room

Join us to meet and play against other local chess players.

Chess pieces and boards will be available.  Drop-in program. All ages welcome. 

Fridays - May 2nd to June 27th - Cobourg Library

10:00 a.m. (doors open at 9:45 a.m.) - Rotary Room

Drop-in Friday mornings for light refreshments and enjoy our weekly program.  Welcoming those aged 55 and older.  Donations appreciated, but not required!

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Access our Free databases any time, anywhere with your Library Card and PIN# (last 4-digits of your phone #)

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Search for materials or Login to Your Account. Enter your 14-digit library card# and your PIN# (last 4-digits of your phone #) Or try our Classic Catalogue.

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Need a Library card? Apply for a Free e-card to access our online resources.

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All Library Locations will be closed Monday, May 19th for Victoria Day.

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Calendar of Events

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View our online calendar to see what great programs and events we have lined up for you!  Some programs may require registration.

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Cobourg Public Library • May 13📅 Closed Monday, May 19 for Victoria Day The Cobourg Public Library will be closed for the holiday, but our Virtual Library is always open! 📚✨ Access eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more — anytime at buff.ly/J0hrVCf W ...
Cobourg Public Library • May 13Hey Bewdley Families! 👋Join us for Family Storytime on May 16 at the Bewdley Branch! 👮‍♂️ Meet real Police Officers 🛠️ Check out their cool tools 🚓 Peek inside a police vehicle A fun, friendly morning for all ages ...
Cobourg Public Library • May 12📚 Big news—something new is coming to the Township of Hamilton! We’re getting ready to open a brand new Library branch, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Can you guess the location from these photos? 👀
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Instagram ImageHey Bewdley Families! 👋Join us for Family Storytime on May 16 at the Bewdley Branch! 👮‍♂️ Meet real Police Officers 🛠️ Check out their cool tools 🚓 Peek inside a police vehicle A fun, friendly morning for all ages — see you there! 😊Posted: 4h
Instagram Image📅 Closed Monday, May 19 for Victoria Day The Cobourg Public Library will be closed for the holiday, but our Virtual Library is always open! 📚✨ Access eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more — anytime at www.cobourg.library.on.ca Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend! 🎉🌷Posted: 10h
Instagram ImageOur Mother Goose caregivers and little ones are having a wonderful time at the Cobourg Public Library! 🐣📚 Singing, rhyming, and bonding through early literacy fun. If you're interested in registering for a session, please reach out to Rachael Purdy by email to check if there's space at rpurdy@cobourg.library.on.caPosted: 10h
Instagram Image📚 Big news—something new is coming to the Township of Hamilton! We’re getting ready to open a brand new library branch, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Can you guess the location from this photo? 👀Posted: 1d
Instagram Image📚✨ We’re teaming up with our friends at @ReadersNookCobourg for a cozy little giveaway. One lucky reader will win a $50 gift card to treat themselves to some fresh reads — because let’s be honest, your TBR pile could always use a few more titles. 😉 Here’s how to enter: 1️⃣ Follow @CobourgPL and @ReadersNookCobourg 2️⃣ Drop your best caption for this cozy bookish scene in the comments below! 📖 That’s it! We’ll pick a winner at random after the contest ends on May 20 at 9:00 AM EST. 📌 Heads up: You have to be a Cobourg Public Library member and be able to pick up your prize within 7 days. No cash value, and this isn’t sponsored by Instagram or Facebook.Posted: 1d
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YouTube imageThe library = free books!Posted: April 24, 2023

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