Friends of the Dundalk Library

06/10/2026

We are so happy to help fund incredible ideas brought by our library staff to help kids love books!

🎧📚 NEW PLAYAWAY KIDS AUDIOBOOKS!📚🎧

Looking for an easy and fun way to enjoy stories? Check out our NEW Playaway Kids collection!

✅ Pre-loaded audiobook devices
✅ No internet or downloads required
✅ Just plug in headphones and listen
✅ Perfect for road trips, quiet time, and young readers on the go

🎧 Browse the collection in the children's area!
Great for ages 7-12.
Made possible by the Community Foundation Grey Bruce and the Friends of the Dundalk Library

01/07/2026

Wow. Our library had a thriving 2025! Make sure to check out their programs and have some visits in 2026 🎆

📚 Southgate Public Library — 2025 Year in Review ✨

Here are just a few highlights:
📖 27,626 items checked out
👥 17,380 library visits
🆕 355 new cardholders
📚 1,564 new items added
💻 2,227 computer uses
🤝 135 youth volunteer hours
🎉 500 programs held with 6,514 participants
🏆 625 people took part in our Reading Challenge

We also launched exciting new services and programs, including:
🌱 A Seed Library
📦 Literacy Kits & Launchpads
📚 A Black Author Showcase
🎩 Lofty the Magician
🐣 Story Time with Baby Chicks
🎃 Halloween PD Day Event
💻 Universal Class e-resource

Thank you to everyone who visited, borrowed, volunteered, attended programs, and supported the library this year. You help make Southgate Public Library a vibrant, welcoming place for our whole community 💙
A special thanks to The Friends of the Dundalk Library, The Community Foundation Grey Bruce, and our community partners for helping to support and fund our programs and initiatives!

Here’s to even more stories, learning, and connection in 2026! 📖✨

11/09/2025

I know we are sorry to bring it up but we are about SIX weeks away 😬.

The Friends of the Library have you covered! Think of adding a soup mix to a stocking of that grown up kid.
Or maybe add it into your teacher's gifts so they know you hope they have a cozy and relaxing holiday!
Need a gift for your co-workers? Add a soup mug or hot sauce to a mix for a perfect little gift!

https://raise.mitchellssoupco.com/friendsofthedundalklibrary/friendsofdundalklibraryf25?a=31&at=1760450728314&as=k

You have ONE week left to get your orders in and help the Friends of the Dundalk Library support Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library programs throughout the year!

11/02/2025

Well we are into Nov and those darker evenings 😬! Do you know what that means....

SOUP SEASON!!!

Make sure you check out our fundraiser with Mitchell's Soup Co. to get your cozy soups for this gorgeous fall weather 🍁🍂

https://raise.mitchellssoupco.com/friendsofthedundalklibrary/friendsofdundalklibraryf25?a=31&at=1760450728314&as=k

10/27/2025

We are so excited to announce our fall fundraiser with Mitchell's Soup Company!

Our fundraiser starts today and runs until Friday November 14. Your soups/desserts will be ready for pickup by the end of November.

There are two ways to order; using the link below or by stopping by the Southgate Public Library to order with the library staff.

All proceeds go towards the Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library programs and resources.

https://raise.mitchellssoupco.com/friendsofthedundalklibrary/friendsofdundalklibraryf25?a=31&at=1760450728314&as=k

10/22/2025

Wow, do the Friends have a great fundraiser coming next week, perfect for welcoming in this fall weather!

Check back Monday for more details!

08/15/2025

Check out this support every Wednesday in September!!

Hey Dundalk! 💻✨FREE Digital Skills Training Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library! 📍📚

📢Ready to get more comfortable with technology? Join us every 🗓Wednesday in September to learn essential digital skills! We'll cover everything from Google Maps and Calendar to email basics and spotting fake news.

Who should join? Adults who want to boost their confidence and connect online with ease.

What you need: Your smartphone 📱, tablet, or laptop 👩‍💻, and a Gmail account 📧. Don't have one? We can help!✔

Don't miss out on this free opportunity, limited spaces available!📢

Friends of the Dundalk Library

05/31/2025

Wondering what to do on this cold and windy day?

Head down to the Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library to check out the Asian Heritage month event.

Learn how to make origami, use chop sticks or get some new Henna art!

05/21/2025

Tonight's the night! Come on out for a short meeting and learn about how the Friends of the Library support the Southgate Ruth Hargrave Memorial Library throughout the year!

Did we mention there will be snacks 😊

05/20/2025

The Friends would like to thank everyone for purchasing tickets to our raffle.

A big thank you to the local businesses that donated to our baskets we appreciate your support of our library!
La Tino'z Dundalk
JUG CITY GRILL
LP Stage Productions Inc.
Misty Meadows Market
Riverside Greenhouse