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
Lynn Philip Hodgson at Hastings Civic CentreFriday, The Friends of Hastings Library and the Hastings Historical Society invite you to an evening with Lynn Philip Hodgson. Lynn is the author of 'Inside Camp X' the top secret World War II Secret Agent Training School on the north shore of Lake Ontario. Discover the story of this mysterious camp and its contribution to the Allied war effort. No admission fee - free will donation. Refreshments will be served.
News & EventsDiscover the Township of DouroDummer!DouroDummer is situated five minutes east of the City of Peterborough, in Peterborough County. DouroDummer borders four beautiful lakes Clear Lake, Katchewanooka Lake, Stoney Lake, and White Lake and has several quaint villages, rolling drumlins, and acres of viable farmland. DouroDummer includes Douro, Warsaw, Donwood, McCrackens Landing, Crowes Landing, Youngs Point, Cottesloe, and Centre Dummer.The diversity of our geography offers a vast array of things to do in the area, and it truly has many magnificent places to discover!Whats NewNotice of Election Information read more 20140911 Firefighter RecruitmentThe Township of DouroDummer is receiving applications for the position of Volunteer Firefighters. Information and application form: read more 20140909 Are You on the Voters List?In order to exercise your right to vote you must be on the Voters List.
2014 Municipal & School Board ElectionsOctober 27, 2014The Township will once again use the MailIn Ballot method for the 2014 Municipal & School Board Elections.To confirm you are an eligible elector and that your mailing information is correct, please visit our Voter Lookup page.Or, for more information the 2014 Municipal Election, visit our Municipal Elections Webpage .
The goal of providing a totally accessible community to all of the residents of Ajax is certainly a goal worth focus. The Town of Ajax and its Accessibility Advisory Committee, continue to make great efforts to promote a barrier free community for its employees, residents and visitors.