Library Services During COVID-19

Updated February 16th, 2021

We are ready to welcome you back! The Library is now open for in person service during the following hours.

Hours:
Monday - Thursday
10:30am - 8:00pm
Friday
10:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm

More information about Library services and how to access them can be found below.

In-Person Library Services

Due to screening requirements, the Church St. entrance is CLOSED. Please use the Queen St. entrance sandwiched between Town Hall and Tim Hortons. If this is not a possibility for you, remember we still have curbside pick up (to your car) available. When visiting the Library, you will be required to report IMMEDIATELY to the front desk for screening before accessing library services.

Curbside Pickup (to your vehicle) and Home Delivery

If you're not ready or are unable to come into the Library, we are happy to bring items to your vehicle. Please pre-arrange your holds and call when you arrive (519-284-3346) to let us know you are here. We will then bring the items to your car.

We are also happy to offer home delivery to those who are unable to make it to the library. Please call the Library at 519-284-3346 for more information.

Book Drop

The Library's book drop in now open at the Queen St. entrance between the Town Hall and Tim Hortons.

Even though the Library is now open, ALL ITEMS must be returned to the drop box so that they can be appropriately quarantined. Please do not try to hand them to staff as we cannot accept them. Please expect a delay of up to 8 days for items to be removed from your account.

Fines

All overdue fines incurred during the closure will be waived and fines are on hold indefinitely. Patrons will still be responsible for the cost of any lost items.

Printing Services, Computer Use, and Makerspace appointments

The Library's full selection of printing services (faxing, printing, copying, scanning) is once again available. Computer usage is available but limited to 60 minutes. Makerspace appointments are also available but limited to 60 minutes.

Placing Holds on Library Materials

You can place holds on Library materials using bibliocommons or calling the library between the hours listed below. Please access your account to place holds and manage loans at https://stmarys.bibliocommons.com/when possible. For more details on how to use bibliocommons, check out this tutorial video.

Phoning the Library

You can phone the Library with questions at any time at 519-284-3346. We are happy to receive inquiries, requests for library materials and more.

Virtual Programs

Virtual programs will continue on the Library's Facebook page and on Zoom.

Online Resources

The Library has numerous online databases and resources available for free to Library cardholders. Check them out on our Online Resources page.

E-books and Audiobooks

The Library provides an extensive library of online e-books and audiobooks. You can find them on DownloadLibrary or by downloading the Libby app on your tablet or smartphone. To access these items, you will need your library barcode and pin number. Please reach out to us by telephone at 519-284-3346 or email if you need a reminder of either your barcode or pin number. For more details on how to use the Libby app, check out this tutorial video.

Library Board Meetings

The Library Board is continuing to meet monthly via Zoom. These meetings are open to the public and can be viewed on Youtube. Please check the Council and Committee's Calendar for future dates and viewing links.