Milton Public Library Cancels This Week's One Book One Milton Event With Mary Walsh

A much-anticipated literary evening in Milton is off, at least for now. The Milton Public Library has cancelled this week's One Book One Milton event featuring author and comedian Mary Walsh, which had been scheduled for Wednesday, September 23.

What Happened

The library announced on September 21 that the in-person event with Mary Walsh would not go ahead as planned, citing unforeseen circumstances for the late cancellation. The evening had been set for the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton and was to include a moderated on-stage discussion and a book signing.

The library says it is looking into the possibility of rescheduling the event with Walsh and the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton for a future date. Any new details would be shared with ticket holders.

Key Details

• The September 23 One Book One Milton event with Mary Walsh has been cancelled.

• The library cited unforeseen circumstances for the cancellation.

• Ticket holders will be contacted directly by email about refunds.

• The library says it is exploring a possible future date with Walsh and the FirstOntario Arts Centre Milton.

• The event was part of One Book One Milton, the library's annual community reading program.

• Walsh had been scheduled to discuss her memoir as part of the evening.

Community Impact

One Book One Milton is a highlight of the local literary calendar, so the last-minute cancellation is a disappointment for readers who had planned to attend. The library's move to explore a reschedule leaves the door open for the event to happen later.

Anyone holding tickets is advised to watch their email for information about refunds and any future date.

Background

One Book One Milton is the Milton Public Library's annual reading initiative, built around a single Canadian author and title each year. Milton Baithak had previously shared details of the planned Mary Walsh evening; residents should treat this notice as the current, updated information.

Source: FM101 Milton Now / Milton Public Library — https://www.miltonnow.ca/2026/09/21/137110/

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