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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: GUE0101 | Last Modified: 23 Feb 2017 | Last Full Update: 23 Feb 2017 |
| Notices | |
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| Public Comments | Live Homework Help: an online tutoring service featuring expert tutors from across North America. This free after-school service allows students in grades 4 through the early university and college years to connect to tutors for one-to-one homework help sessions. Help is available in math, science, social studies and English from 4pm to 10pm. |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-824-6220 ; 519-829-4404 |
| Website | www.guelphpl.ca |
| Primary Contact | Henry Wiebe, Branch Supervisor; Email: hwiebe@guelphpl.ca |
| Primary Executive | Steven Kraft, Chief Executive Officer; Email: skraft@guelphpl.ca |
| Site Location | Guelph-South |
| Located In Community | Guelph |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Gordon St and Clair Rd E |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible ; Parking - Accessible, Entrance - Accessible, Washrooms - Accessible |
| Description & Services | |
| Description (Service) | Assists the public to access library resources, including print and non-print collections of materials in order to meet informational and reading needs of patrons. Services include: * information and reference services * adult book club * children's programs * internet access * book drop facilities * 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: full text books read onto cassette tapes, available for customers unable to use regular print due to blindness or a visual, physical or reading disability. |
| Hours | Mon-Thu 9 am-8 pm * Fri-Sat 9 am-5 pm * Sun 1 pm-5 pm Summer hours Mon-Thu 9 am-8 pm * Fri-Sat 9 am-5 pm |
| 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 Bullfrog Mall Branch at 519-829-4401. |
| 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 | 2006 |
| Funding | City / Town |
| Subjects | |
| Service Categories | Conversation Partners ; Public Libraries |
