The trend for public libraries is away from the static, institutional storage facility of the past. We embrace the new role of community hub and try to provide a safe, positive, comfortable and inviting environment for customers. We believe in the library as the place where the community can meet to explore interests, meet friends, attend programs and events for all ages and interests. We strive to create a balance that will allow all of these activities to take place in an environment where all ages are respected and welcomed. We understand that our community deserves the best customer service that it is within our power to deliver, and that current library trends aim to move beyond bricks and mortar to provide an experience for their customers that will enhance their enjoyment of facilities and services and ensure they become lifelong patrons and advocates of the public library. We will strive to create and maintain partnerships and strong relationships with community stakeholders to ensure that our role is understood and valued within the community
The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library.-- Albert EinsteinHuman LibraryThis is your opportunity to meet and talk to some of the most interesting people in our community, face-to-face and learn what makes them tick. Click here to check out the ' Flyleafs' for our 'human books.'Tween Online Summer Reading ClubIf you entering Grades 5-7 in September 2014 come and participate in the Tween Online Summer Reading Club . We have some great reads!Teen Online Summer Reading CLubIf you are entering Greades 8 and over in September 2014 come and try something new. Check out our selectons and tell us what you think on the Teen Online Summer Reading Club .Seniors and Teens Technology TrainingSENIORS/MATURE ADULTS/RETIREESDo you want to get some tech training? We can help with that!Four FREE training sessionsALL SESSIONS will be held at the Uxbridge Public LibraryTEENSClick here for more information.
Will nuture and foster the joy of reading in children.Will promote literacy.Will have a current, broad collection of up-to-date fiction and non fiction materials.Will provide current technology-not just books.The library will be the centre of the community, a popular community spot that is both accessible, welcoming and safe.Will be fiscally responsible and generously funded.Aspires to be a valued community partner that contributes by informing and inspiring its citizenry.Avoid Late FeesTo avoid late fees make sure you bring your library items into your library no later than 15 minutes before closing.Do not drop them into the drop off box, as you will incur a late fine.To renew an item:Call your library before closing. To renew on line please use our website, find catalogue tab, then my account, type in your usename and password (your library card number for both unless you have already changed it) then go to current transactions. Unless the item(s) are due that day or on hold for another patron you can click renew.