Librarians responsible for each area of the library looked at how often materials went out and how accessible the books, etc. were at other libraries. We moved most of the new materials we had on the shelves. We picked a variety of materials to appeal to a wide variety of patron interests. We were not able to take very many titles by specific authors. Hopefully, a title by an author will remind you that you can interlibrary loan other titles by that author. It was difficult to leave so many books and other materials behind, but they will be welcomed by patrons when we reopen the library next spring!
What happened to all the other materials? They were carefully packed by staff and volunteers, and being stored in Dundas in a climate controlled environment.
Our small library at City Hall has been very busy since opening on July 13. We are continuing to buy new books, so our collection at City Hall will be growing. We have six public computers, which are busy during most of the day. Wifi is available. We have some chairs for sitting and reading newspapers, magazines, or a book. We have juvenile and adult materials. You can return materials by dropping them in the large return box in front of City Hall, or returning them upstairs. If you don't find what you want, please ask. Our staff is available to help and we will request materials from other libraries.
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