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Library hours

View our hours of operation for the Kenora Public Library and the Keewatin Branch Library.

eBooks and eAudiobooks

The possibilities are endless when it comes to digital books! Overdrive, EBSCOhost, and Cantook are digital libraries available to members and open 24/7!!

Library services

Libraries are more than just books! Take a look at the
services we offer. We are sure you'll find something that you didn't know we had!

Children's services

Our Children's department is a place to learn, explore, and play! Cozy up and read a story, create a beautiful work of art, or play a game!

Library catalogue

Browse for books, magazines, DVD's, and more on our
catalogue. Place holds, renew your items, and view your past checkout history.

Library news

Virtual Author Talk - Matt Dinniman
Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles.

Jun 04, 2026
- Library News and Events
Virtual Author Talk - Mary Savig
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!

May 25, 2026
- Library News and Events
Council Approves Key Improvements for Keewatin Public Library and Portage Bay Bridge
The City is pleased to announce that Council has approved budget spending for key infrastructure projects during this evening's Regular Meeting, including the roof replacement for the Keewatin Public Library and repairs to the Portage Bay Bridge.

By City of Kenora - Apr 15, 2025

Library events

Jun 08
PD Day LEGO Challenge 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
The big bin of LEGO will be coming out, and there will be a fun challenge to go with it. Come to the library to discover what it is!

Ages: 6-12yrs
Jun 09
Memento Making 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Create a Father’s Day themed footprint craft with your child.

Ages: 0-1yr
Jun 11
Matt Dinniman Virtual Author Talk 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Register and submit questions here.
Jun 17
Cork Mini Planters 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
For school-aged kids! We will be making mini botanical planters from corks. That are also fridge magnets!

Ages: 8-12yrs
Jun 18
Senior Social Hour 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for our Senior Social Hour! It will be a morning of coffee, socializing and more!

Contact us

Kenora Public Library
24 Main Street South
Kenora, ON P9N 1S7

Kenora Office: 807-467-2081

Keewatin Office: 807-547-2145

A City of Kenora Department

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Library hours

Kenora Branch

Open
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday - 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday - 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Closed
Sunday and Holidays

Keewatin Branch

Open
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. for lunch

Closed
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays

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