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Thank you to the Rotary Club of Bowmanville, who are celebrating 100 years of service this year, for their generous donation of $1,000 to Clarington Library, Museums & Archives. We are proud to be part of a community of service! This donation will go towards programs and services for our community. Thank you, Rotary Club of Bowmanville and congratulations on 100 years!
It is with immense pride and enthusiasm that we present to you the 2023 - 2027 Strategic Plan for Clarington Library, Museums & Archives (CLMA). This is our first strategic plan as a Library, Museum and Archive and as we move forward into a future brimming with possibilities, our vision is clear: to be a vibrant space where curiosity thrives, where connections flourish, and where knowledge empowers us all.
May 25, 2026—Clarington Library, Museums & Archives is proud to announce a visionary renovation of the Bowmanville Library. This project reimagines the Bowmanville Library as a destination for culture, learning, connection, and local heritage, seamlessly blending modern library services with Clarington’s rich history.
The renovation will integrate museum and archival services directly into the library environment. By embedding heritage exhibits within one of Clarington’s most frequented public spaces, CLMA is ensuring that local history is more accessible and visible than ever before.
January 16, 2026—Clarington Library, Museums & Archives (CLMA) is thrilled to announce its partnership with the Clarington Board of Trade (CBOT) in expanding the Curious Communities initiative.
November 13, 2025—Clarington Library, Museums & Archives (CLMA) is excited to announce it has been shortlisted for an Ontario Public Library Service Award. CLMA’s Curious Communities initiative has been nominated for the Minister's Award for Innovation.
October 20, 2025—Clarington Library, Museums & Archives is continuing its busy fall season with a full slate of events that celebrate Clarington’s local heritage and help build community connections. A walking tour, a speaker series with local historians, and a heritage fair with community organizations and history groups, along with a Customer Appreciation Day, Repair Café, and local vendors market are all happening this October and November.
September 5, 2025—Clarington Library, Museums & Archives is excited to host a full line-up of cultural programming this fall. From events commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, multilingual storytimes, and multicultural celebrations, long-time residents and newcomers alike will find something to enjoy and discover at their local CLMA location.
