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Short Description
Library services include:
- information services
- lending of books, large print materials, video games and DVDs, government documents, audiobooks, energy meters, Conservation Halton Park passes and Ontario Parks Seasonal day-use permits
- lending of Cognitive Care Kits for individuals living with a cognitive impairment like dementia; contain up to ten unique, dementia-friendly activities such as games, workbooks, puzzles, and various prepared activities (appointment required)
- sports equipment lending
- downloadable digital audiobooks and e-books
- online electronic databases of full-text journals
- programs for adults, teens, and children from age 6 months and up
- public computers with Internet access and office applications
- free wireless connectivity
- Book Clubs for adults and teens
- business workshops offered in partnership with the Region of Halton
- information on regional, provincial and federal subjects which include: health and social services, housing registries, treatment centres, and government services and programs
- Region of Halton water testing drop-off site
The library catalogue is available on the web. Patrons can search, place and cancel holds, renew borrowed items and view their personal accounts
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
Library services include:
- information services
- lending of books, videos and DVDs, government documents, audiobooks
- downloadable digital audiobooks and e-books
- online electronic databases of full-text journals
- programs for adults, teens, and children from ages six months and up
- public computers with Internet access and office applications
- free wireless connectivity
- Book Clubs
- business workshops offered in partnership with the Region of Halton
- information on regional, provincial and federal subjects which include: health and social services, housing registries, treatment centres, and government services and programs
The library catalogue is available online. Patrons can search, place and cancel holds, renew borrowed items and view their personal accounts
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
Library services include:
- information services
- lending of books, video games and DVDs, government documents, audiobooks, energy meters, Conservation Halton Park passes and Ontario Parks Seasonal day-use permits
- downloadable digital audiobooks and e-books
- access to online magazines, movies, and music
- online electronic databases
- programs for adults, teens, and children
- public computers with Internet access and office applications
- free wireless connectivity
- Book Clubs
- business workshops offered in partnership with the Region of Halton
- information on regional, provincial and federal subjects which include: health and social services, housing registries, treatment centres, government services and programs
- exam proctoring
- Community Fridge: Library has partnered with 'Food for Life' to offer a community fridge at Beaty Branch location. Stocked with 'Good Food bags' from Food for Life, this community fridge aims to increase everyday access to good, nutritious food for our patrons, neighbours, and community members. Find the details here
The library catalogue is available online. Patrons can search, place and cancel holds, renew borrowed items and view their personal accounts
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
Public library that offers:
Collections:
Items which may be borrowed include:
* books including graphic novels, paperbacks, board books and book club kits
* audiobooks including CDs and MP3 CDs
* movies & TV shows including DVDs and Blu-ray
* music & sound including CDs and printed music
* video games
* magazines & journals including newspapers
* accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
* multilingual books and movies
* devices including Launchpads, Fitbits, and iPads
* community access passes
For catalogue see here
Items which may be used in the library include:
Newspapers
Online Resources:
Free with your library card, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming music, movies & TV, virtual learning, online job help, language tutorials, reference materials, magazines and newspapers
For a complete list of resources see here
Programs:
For a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
* accessibility including ReachDeck software on our website
* cognitive care kits
* printing (fee for use), faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only) and scanning
* public computers
* Wi-Fi
For a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
Free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services * for more information see here
Local History Services at Central Branch
Research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives * for more information see here
Makerspace at Central Branch
A space with 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer and embroidery machine * for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
For more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Collections:
Items which may be borrowed include:
* books including graphic novels, paperbacks, board books and book club kits
* audiobooks including CDs and MP3 CDs
* movies & TV shows including DVDs and Blu-ray
* music & sound including CDs and printed music
* video games
* magazines & journals including newspapers
* accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
* multilingual books and movies
* devices including Launchpads, Fitbits, and iPads
* community access passes
For catalogue see here
Items which may be used in the library include:
Newspapers
Online Resources:
Free with your library card, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming music, movies & TV, virtual learning, online job help, language tutorials, reference materials, magazines and newspapers
For a complete list of resources see here
Programs:
For a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
* accessibility including ReachDeck software on our website
* cognitive care kits
* printing (fee for use), faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only) and scanning
* public computers
* Wi-Fi
For a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
Free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services * for more information see here
Local History Services at Central Branch
Research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives * for more information see here
Makerspace at Central Branch
A space with 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer and embroidery machine * for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
For more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the OPL Website
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the OPL website)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - sorters, setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult)
- Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- for more information, visit the Volunteer website
Book Donations
- accepting books or audio-visual materials in good condition that can be resold
- please note that donated material is not added to library collection and tax receipts are not issued for donations (for more information visit OPL Collections Development Policy)
- donations are only accepted at Central Branch, during branch open hours
- for information about acceptable materials, visit the Donations website
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Short Description
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
More Than Books
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
In-Branch Technology
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
Loan-able Technology
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Tablets
- Osmos
- Tinker Toys
Programs & Events
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
- see here for upcoming programs and events
Newcomer Programs
- visit the Newcomer Programs listing to learn more
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
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Branch Specific Services, Sixteen Mile Branch
905-815-6112 ;
Phone renewals 905-815-5996 Visit Website
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Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here - OAK4522
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
For a list of general OPL services, see here - OAK4522
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
Public library that offers:
Collections:
Items which may be borrowed include:
* books including graphic novels, paperbacks, board books and book club kits
* audiobooks including CDs and MP3 CDs
* movies & TV shows including DVDs and Blu-ray
* music & sound including CDs and printed music
* video games
* magazines & journals including newspapers
* accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
* multilingual books and movies
* devices including Launchpads, Fitbits, and iPads
* community access passes
For catalogue see here
Items which may be used in the library include:
Chromebooks * MacBooks * C-pens * newspapers
Online Resources:
Free with your library card, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming music, movies & TV, virtual learning, online job help, language tutorials, reference materials, magazines and newspapers
For a complete list of resources see here
Programs:
For a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
* accessibility including C-Pen Readers, SARA CE text reader (Central branch only), Optelec Clearview CCTV machine, ZoomText software and ReachDeck software on our website
* cognitive care kits
* printing (fee for use), faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only) and scanning
* public computers
* Wi-Fi
For a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
Free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services * for more information see here
Local History Services at Central Branch
Research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives * for more information see here
Makerspace at Central Branch
A space with 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer and embroidery machine * for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
For more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Collections:
Items which may be borrowed include:
* books including graphic novels, paperbacks, board books and book club kits
* audiobooks including CDs and MP3 CDs
* movies & TV shows including DVDs and Blu-ray
* music & sound including CDs and printed music
* video games
* magazines & journals including newspapers
* accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
* multilingual books and movies
* devices including Launchpads, Fitbits, and iPads
* community access passes
For catalogue see here
Items which may be used in the library include:
Chromebooks * MacBooks * C-pens * newspapers
Online Resources:
Free with your library card, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming music, movies & TV, virtual learning, online job help, language tutorials, reference materials, magazines and newspapers
For a complete list of resources see here
Programs:
For a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
* accessibility including C-Pen Readers, SARA CE text reader (Central branch only), Optelec Clearview CCTV machine, ZoomText software and ReachDeck software on our website
* cognitive care kits
* printing (fee for use), faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only) and scanning
* public computers
* Wi-Fi
For a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
Free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services * for more information see here
Local History Services at Central Branch
Research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives * for more information see here
Makerspace at Central Branch
A space with 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer and embroidery machine * for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
For more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
* Community Food Corner
* Creation Zone
* Newcomer Programs
Meeting Space
* when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
* discount rate for non-profits
* visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
* Community Food Corner
* Creation Zone
* Newcomer Programs
Meeting Space
* when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
* discount rate for non-profits
* visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the OPL Website
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the OPL website)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - sorters, setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult)
- Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- for more information, visit the Volunteer website
Book Donations
- accepting books or audio-visual materials in good condition that can be resold
- please note that donated material is not added to library collection and tax receipts are not issued for donations (for more information visit OPL Collections Development Policy)
- donations are only accepted at Central Branch, during branch open hours
- for information about acceptable materials, visit the Donations website
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Short Description
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
More Than Books
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
In-Branch Technology
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
Loan-able Technology
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Tablets
- Osmos
- Tinker Toys
Programs & Events
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
- see here for upcoming programs and events
Newcomer Programs
- visit the Newcomer Programs listing to learn more
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
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Branch Specific Services, Iroquois Ridge Branch
905-338-4247 ;
Phone renewals 905-815-5996 Visit Website
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Short Description
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
* Creation Zone
* Newcomer Programs
Meeting Space
* when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
* discount rate for non-profits
* visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
* Creation Zone
* Newcomer Programs
Meeting Space
* when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
* discount rate for non-profits
* visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the OPL Website
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the OPL website)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - sorters, setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult)
- Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- for more information, visit the Volunteer website
Book Donations
- accepting books or audio-visual materials in good condition that can be resold
- please note that donated material is not added to library collection and tax receipts are not issued for donations (for more information visit OPL Collections Development Policy)
- donations are only accepted at Central Branch, during branch open hours
- for information about acceptable materials, visit the Donations website
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Short Description
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
More Than Books
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
In-Branch Technology
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
Loan-able Technology
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Tablets
- Osmos
- Tinker Toys
Programs & Events
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
- see here for upcoming programs and events
Newcomer Programs
- visit the Newcomer Programs listing to learn more
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
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A non-profit, volunteer organization promoting the library, advocating for sufficient resources and raising money for enhanced collections, programs and services.
* manage used book kiosks and pop-up book sales
* sell promotional items
* stage special fundraising events such as CaddyStacks
* encourage gifts, endowments, and bequests to the Library
* manage used book kiosks and pop-up book sales
* sell promotional items
* stage special fundraising events such as CaddyStacks
* encourage gifts, endowments, and bequests to the Library
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Services:
- books, CDs, audio books, CD-ROMs, DVDs, console video games, iPads and wireless hotspots available to borrow with a library card
- loaner laptops and Chromebooks for in-library use
- downloadable eBooks, audiobooks and magazines
- online access to free, legal music downloads, movies and television series
- online courses in business, technology and creative skills via Lynda.com
- Creativity Centre for scanning, editing, and converting photos and videos, and makerspace with hardware and software for creative photo, audio and video projects
- 3D Printer
- light therapy lamp available
- delivery of library material to qualified residents through Home Library Service
- winter and summer reading clubs
- children's programs for ages 6 months and up
- PA Day movies
- access to the library catalogue from the library web site
- free use of Internet workstations with word processing
- free wireless
- study rooms
- business, employment and newcomer services in partnership with other community groups
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the OPL Website
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the OPL website)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - sorters, setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult)
- Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- for more information, visit the Volunteer website
Book Donations
- accepting books or audio-visual materials in good condition that can be resold
- please note that donated material is not added to library collection and tax receipts are not issued for donations (for more information visit OPL Collections Development Policy)
- donations are only accepted at Central Branch, during branch open hours
- for information about acceptable materials, visit the Donations website
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Short Description
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Meeting Space
* when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
* discount rate for non-profits
* visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Meeting Space
* when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
* discount rate for non-profits
* visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Short Description
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
More Than Books
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
In-Branch Technology
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
Loan-able Technology
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Tablets
- Osmos
- Tinker Toys
Programs & Events
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
- see here for upcoming programs and events
Newcomer Programs
- visit the Newcomer Programs listing to learn more
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
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Hamilton Public Library is an agency of the City of Hamilton and is governed by a board of directors. Provides a network of 22 branches and two bookmobiles that are hubs for information, culture, learning and discovery.
Services include:
Access to print, non-print and digital collections
Holds pick-up at your local branch
Public computers with internet access
Printing, photocopying and scanning
Online learning resources
Multi-lingual material
Virtual programming
Information and referral
Study tables and meeting spaces
Makerspaces (Central, Red Hill, Terryberry, Turner Park, or Valley Park)
Faxing (Central branch, local and toll-free numbers only)
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Designed with busy customers in mind, OPL Express locations make it easy to pick-up holds, return library items and browse collections on-the-go at several high-traffic community buildings throughout Oakville
* OPL Express locations are not staffed
* 3114 Dundas St. West
* 905-825-3364
* holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ Sports Complex (Sixteen Mile)
* 3070 Neyagawa Blvd
* 905-815-6112
* holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre (QEPCCC)
* 2302 Bridge Road
* 905-815-2036
* holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ River Oaks Community Centre
* 2400 Sixth Line
* 905-815-2038
* holds lockers, returns
* OPL Express locations are not staffed
OPL Express locations:
Express @ St. Luke's Community Centre* 3114 Dundas St. West
* 905-825-3364
* holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ Sports Complex (Sixteen Mile)
* 3070 Neyagawa Blvd
* 905-815-6112
* holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre (QEPCCC)
* 2302 Bridge Road
* 905-815-2036
* holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ River Oaks Community Centre
* 2400 Sixth Line
* 905-815-2038
* holds lockers, returns
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Short Description
Public library that offers:
Collections:
Items which may be borrowed include:
* books including graphic novels, paperbacks, board books and book club kits
* audiobooks including CDs and MP3 CDs
* movies & TV shows including DVDs and Blu-ray
* music & sound including CDs and printed music
* video games
* magazines & journals including newspapers
* accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
* multilingual books and movies
* devices including Launchpads, Fitbits, and iPads
* community access passes
For catalogue see here
Items which may be used in the library include:
Chromebooks * MacBooks * C-pens * newspapers
Online Resources:
Free with your library card, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming music, movies & TV, virtual learning, online job help, language tutorials, reference materials, magazines and newspapers
For a complete list of resources see here
Programs:
For a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
* accessibility including C-Pen Readers, SARA CE text reader (Central branch only), Optelec Clearview CCTV machine, ZoomText software and ReachDeck software on our website
* cognitive care kits
* printing (fee for use), faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only) and scanning
* public computers
* Wi-Fi
For a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
Free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services * for more information see here
Local History Services at Central Branch
Research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives * for more information see here
Makerspace at Central Branch
A space with 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer and embroidery machine * for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
For more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Collections:
Items which may be borrowed include:
* books including graphic novels, paperbacks, board books and book club kits
* audiobooks including CDs and MP3 CDs
* movies & TV shows including DVDs and Blu-ray
* music & sound including CDs and printed music
* video games
* magazines & journals including newspapers
* accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
* multilingual books and movies
* devices including Launchpads, Fitbits, and iPads
* community access passes
For catalogue see here
Items which may be used in the library include:
Chromebooks * MacBooks * C-pens * newspapers
Online Resources:
Free with your library card, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming music, movies & TV, virtual learning, online job help, language tutorials, reference materials, magazines and newspapers
For a complete list of resources see here
Programs:
For a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
* accessibility including C-Pen Readers, SARA CE text reader (Central branch only), Optelec Clearview CCTV machine, ZoomText software and ReachDeck software on our website
* cognitive care kits
* printing (fee for use), faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only) and scanning
* public computers
* Wi-Fi
For a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
Free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services * for more information see here
Local History Services at Central Branch
Research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives * for more information see here
Makerspace at Central Branch
A space with 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer and embroidery machine * for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
For more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
* Community Food Shelf, with limited non-perishable food and pet food available
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
* Community Food Shelf, with limited non-perishable food and pet food available
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
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The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the OPL Website
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the OPL website)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - sorters, setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult)
- Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- for more information, visit the Volunteer website
Book Donations
- accepting books or audio-visual materials in good condition that can be resold
- please note that donated material is not added to library collection and tax receipts are not issued for donations (for more information visit OPL Collections Development Policy)
- donations are only accepted at Central Branch, during branch open hours
- for information about acceptable materials, visit the Donations website
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Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
More Than Books
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
In-Branch Technology
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
Loan-able Technology
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Tablets
- Osmos
- Tinker Toys
Programs & Events
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
- see here for upcoming programs and events
Newcomer Programs
- visit the Newcomer Programs listing to learn more
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
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