More than just books: Why libraries should not be overlooked

BookNet Canada

From drag queens to Netflix to registered therapy dogs to power tools, Canada's libraries offer patrons more than just books. In this month's episode, Athena McQueen tells us about her involvement with Drag Queen Story Time, and OLA's Michelle Arbuckle talks about the importance of libraries and community outreach programs. Plus Elizabeth Barker and Monique Mongeon share a little bit about BookNet's various library projects. (Find the transcript here: https://www.booknetcanada.ca/blog/2018/8/27/podcast-more-than-just-books-why-libraries-should-not-be-overlooked). To find out more about Athena McQueen's upcoming events, visit her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theathenamcqueen/ The Drag Queen Storytime article that we mentioned, featuring Michelle and her daughter Simone, can be found here: https://torontolife.com/culture/books/inside-drag-queen-storytime-toronto-librarys-fiercest-kids-reading-series/ Finally, don't forget to check out OLA's Library Land Loves podcast: http://librarylandloves.libsyn.com/ Loan Stars: https://www.loanstars.ca/ SalesData for Libraries: https://www.booknetcanada.ca/salesdata-for-libraries