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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GCL2008 | Last Modified: 18 Mar 2021 | Last Full Update: 06 Oct 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 519-824-6220 ; 519-829-4401 |
| Website | www.guelphpl.ca |
| Primary Contact | Eleni Hughes, Branch Supervisor; Email: ehughes@guelphpl.ca |
| Primary Executive | Steven Kraft, Chief Executive Officer; Phone: 519-824-6220 ext 224 |
| Description (Site) | Guelph-North East |
| Located In Community | Guelph |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Stevenson St N and Eramosa Rd |
| Physical Access | Partially Accessible ; Parking - Accessible ; Entrance - Accessible |
| Description & Services | |
| Description (Service) | Assists patrons to access library resources, including print and non-print collections of materials. Services include: * information and reference services * internet assistance for seniors, ebook instruction * children's programs - preschoolers storytime, children's/teen summer reading clubs * after hours book drop * internet workstations, WIFI * calendar of events (see website or call for details) Extension Services provides access to library materials for Special Needs patrons. * Visiting Library Services: complimentary home delivery service of library books to those adult card holders who cannot visit the library because of a physical or mental infirmity or advanced age Talking Books: audiobooks in various formats available for members unable to use regular print due to blindness or a visual, physical or reading disability Tutor.com Live Homework Help: online tutoring service featuring expert tutors from across North America. This free service allows students from Kindergarten through early university and college years, and adult learners, to connect to tutors for one-to-one homework help sessions **Help is available in math, science, social studies and English |
| Hours | Mon-Thu 9 am-8 pm * Fri, Sat 9 am-5 pm * Sun 1 pm-5 pm, Sep-May **Summer hours Mon-Thu 9 am-8 pm * Fri, Sat 9 am-5 pm, Jun-Aug Live Homework Help (online) Mon-Sun 12 noon-12 midnight |
| Areas Served | Guelph |
| Eligibility | Guelph Public Library card is needed for borrowing privileges, access to online tutoring program (Live Homework Help) and other services. When applying for a card, identification is required and proof of Guelph address. Residents of Cambridge and Wellington County may obtain a free Reciprocal Borrowing Membership. **Library cards are available for a fee to other non-residents Talking Books are restricted, due to copyright by the producers, to those persons who qualify for this service. |
| Application | Call, visit website or drop in for information. Identification and proof of address required for all memberships. Bookmobile inquiries should be directed to the Bullfrog Mall Branch. |
| Languages | English ; multi-lingual website |
| Fees | Membership - fee for ineligible non-residents only: family membership - $50 / six months, $100 / 12 months ; None - for residents of Guelph and eligible non-residents |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1984 |
| Funding | City / Town |
| Subjects | |
| Service Categories | Home Library Services ; Library Audiovisual Services ; Public Access Computers/Tools ; Public Libraries |
