This week four of the Middlesex County Libraries opened back up the to the public for in-person visits, so that people could browse, pick up holds and use the computers and WiFi. Dorchester, Glencoe, Lucan and Parkhill all have temporary hours and do not require an appointment before you show up.
Each of the four locations have their own adjusted hours, and have their own capacity limits. Face masks are required for visitors over the age of 2, and they are asking that patrons make their visits short, and that you follow all of the directional signs posted. Food and drinks will not be allowed in the libraries, other than water, and washrooms and water fountains are not available to the public.
As of July 26th, they are no longer quarantining returned items, though due to the limited opening hours, some items may still show in your account for a few days after returning it. If you receive an overdue notification during that time, you can disregard it if the item has been returned.
The rest of the locations, including the Strathroy location are still offering curbside pickup and the Komoka Library is still offering computer appointments.
Computers will be available for 30 minute time slots, though on a first come first serve basis. There will also be a limited number of seats reserved for WiFi use, and those will also be limited to 30 minutes.
Children’s toys, activities, seating, study areas and microfilm will not be open at this time.
Printing, photocopying and faxing will be available for patrons visiting open branches, and during computer appointments at the Komoka Library.
As of July 26, Middlesex County Library will be collecting fees for printing and photocopying. Payments can be made in cash or by cheque. If you are a Middlesex County Library cardholder, charge may also be applied to your account and paid online.
Black & White Prints/Copies – $0.15 per printed side
Colour Prints/Copies – $0.25 per printed side
Local Faxing – $0.50 per page
Long Distance Faxing – $1.00 per page
Scan to email available free of charge
Hours
DORCHESTER
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – 1:00-7:00PM
Wednesday – 1:00-7:00PM
Thursday – 10:00AM-4:00PM
Friday – Closed
GLENCOE
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – 10:00am-4:00pm
Thursday – 1:00-7:00pm
Friday – 10:00am-4:00pm
LUCAN
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – 10:00am-4:00pm
Wednesday – 1:00-7:00PM
Thursday 4:00-7:00pm
Friday – Closed
PARKHILL
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – 10:00am-4:00pm
Thursday – 1:00-7:00PM
Friday – 10:00am-4:00pm
To learn more visit https://library.middlesex.ca/reopening-our-libraries