Battle Of The Books

Battle Participants Celebrating To promote an enthusiasm for reading, Oakville Public Library will once again host its annual Battle of the Books competition this spring. Battle of the Books encourages team spirit, good sportsmanship and provides an excellent opportunity for public libraries to work with community schools to celebrate books and reading!

If you have any questions, or are interested in participating, please contact Ellen Murray at emurray@oakville.ca.

2012 Battles

Get a head start by reading your books now! Our Battle dates for 2011 are April 17 - 21, as listed below. Watch for updated lists, for Junior and Senior Battles, coming soon!

All round robins and Grand Battles will be held at the Central Library.

  • Tuesday, April 17: Junior Day (Visiting Author: Jeremy Tankard)
  • Wednesday, April 18: Junior Day (Visiting Author: Ted Staunton)
  • Thursday, , April19: Senior Day (Visiting Author: Alma Fullerton)
  • Friday, April 20: Senior Day (Visiting Author: Marina Cohen)
  • Wednesday, April 25: Grand Battle
  • Thursday, May 10: Regional Battle - Milton