For the Love of Libraries

Submitted by Donna Tunney

Meet temporary Radium Public Library director Danielle Conolly.

Originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Danielle obtained her BA in English and later a diploma in creative communications. In 2017, she visited Vancouver to help with a family member’s wedding. When Danielle met the best man, sparks flew. In 2018 she joined him in Vancouver.

They later relocated to his hometown, Creston, where Danielle was a medical office assistant until the practice closed. She then applied to Creston Library as a front desk assistant, and discovered a passion for library work that inspired her to study part time for her library and information technology diploma, which she hopes to complete by 2028.

Danielle says she believes her role is “to serve the library in supporting and building community.” Her diverse history, quick wit, and engaging personality should assist her in achieving these goals.

To find your next great summer read, visit the wonderful library staff at our beautiful location on Stanley Street, or come to the next Pop-Up Book Sale scheduled for Friday, August 2 at the Radium Brewery during “Market on Main.”

From Danielle Conolly:

Welcome to Summer Reading Club 2024! Each year, BC libraries participate in this free literacy program designed to engage children ages 5-12 with libraries and reading throughout summer, in ways that are fun, educational, and inclusive. 

This year’s theme is “A World of Curiosities,” featuring activities about dinosaurs, optical illusions, fairy tales, and more. Space is still available, so please visit our website to register.

This year, Summer Reading Club at the Radium Library runs every Friday until August 16. Children ages 5-8 (five year olds must be finished Kindergarten) meet from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Children ages 9-12 meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. There is also a Summer Reading Club program in Edgewater every other Thursday from 11:15 a.m.

Storytime continues at the Radium Library on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. A summer Edgewater storytime is happening at the park on Thursdays starting at 10:30 a.m. Story times are geared toward preschool-aged children; however, all are welcome! 

We are also excited for our annual Teddy Bear Picnic on August 28. It is a free event for preschool-aged children with fun activities and snacks. More details to come on our website and Facebook page.