The Orillia Public Library is reopening today.
It was shut down five months ago due to the pandemic.
There will be limited services available, with new health and safety measures in place.
To support the health and well being of our staff and visitors, we ask that you:
- Wear a non-medical face covering inside the library, as directed by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.
- Use the hand sanitizer provided, upon entering
- Practice physical distancing of 2 metres (6 feet) between individuals
- Limit your visit to 30 minutes
- Please stay home if you, or someone in your household, are displaying COVID-19 symptoms.
The library has implemented many new protocols to ensure the safety of our staff and community including:
- Mandatory masks for all library staff
- Additional hand sanitizer stations installed
- Plexiglass shields at customer service points
- Physical distancing reminders throughout the library to stay 2 m (6 ft) away from others
- Reduction of the number of available public computers to allow for physical distancing
- Increased cleaning protocols throughout the facility; including the public washrooms, public computers, and frequently touched surfaces.
- Limiting the number of patrons inside the building at any one time to maintain appropriate social distancing
What can I do while I’m in the Library?
| You Can Do This: | You Can’t Do This (Yet) |
| -Use a computer -Print/copy/fax/scan -Browse our collection -Pick up holds -Use the catalogue -Check out items -Pay fines -Get a library card -Ask questions -Get reading recommendations -Return items -Use microfilm machine/VHS Transfer machine (by appointment) -Visit the fish tank! |
-Hang out/gather/sit and read -Donate books -Charge devices -Have food/drinks -Use meeting rooms -Use study rooms -Get an Interlibrary Loan -Visit the Local History Room -Read newspapers -Have an exam proctored -Use 3D Printer & Cricut -Buy used books from Library Bookstore -Use the Family Dept’s Play Pit, Whirligig and Lego |
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We are excited to announce we will reopen on Wednesday, August 26 at 11:00 a.m.! Find out what to expect when you visit: https://t.co/eE73apYw1p pic.twitter.com/VHH20uIled
— Orillia Public Library (@orillialibrary) August 22, 2020
