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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: CWD0741 | Last Modified: 03 May 2018 | Last Full Update: 08 Mar 2018 |
| Description | |
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| Description (Service) | Provides comfortable reading spaces, public computer stations, wireless internet access and meeting rooms equipped with presentation equipment, and a gathering place for the community. Collections include: *books, talking books, large print books, CNIB Daisy books and daisy players, multilingual collections in various formats and for all ages, multilingual book club sets *e resources including eBooks, eAudio books, digital magazines and databases for all ages and interests * newspapers and magazines * DVDs, Blu Ray collection * comprehensive reference, government documents, local history and genealogy collections for in-library use * microfilm census reels for the Counties of Simcoe and Grey, back issues of local newspapers on microfilm. Services include: * inter-library loan service * Books on Wheels - a free service to residence who are housebound * free public Internet stations and wifi * black and white photocopy service * Fax service, receiving and sending * meeting rooms for rent * an electronic newsletter * exam proctoring Click,Connect! Immigration Assistance site. Provides newcomers with private area and a laptop to connect to an online immigration facilitator, as well as access to a scanner for any documents that need to be sent to the facilitator Library also has an accessible computer area with one adjustable accessible computer desk, area equipped with three computers, with Large Screen Monitors (One touch screen monitor, two standard monitors), Large Print Keyboards,Touchpad mice, scanners, noise cancelling headphones located on the second floor of the building An Infrared Assistive Listening Device is available in meeting rooms Library is equipped with easy access for assistive devices including wheelchairs, browsing kaddies, accessible washrooms, automatic door openers. For a full list of accessible technology, feature and equipment see the library's website. Programming: * a wide variety of children's, teens and adult programs * technology support and computer services including classes, workshops and one on one assistance. * book clubs *art exhibitions and performance workshops See the Library's website www.collingwoodpubliclibrary.ca for a detailed calendar of events and programs |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | Sep-Jun: Mon-Thu 10 am-9 pm, Fri 10 am-8 pm, Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun 1 pm-4 pm Jul 1-Labour Day: Mon-Thu 10 am-9 pm, Fri 10 am-8 pm, Sat 10 am-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Collingwood - and surrounding area |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Call for information |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Memberships are free to residents of Collingwood. See the website www.collingwoodpubliclibrary.ca for further non resident, visitor, student and institutional membership fee information or call 705-445-1571. Identification confirming principal address is required. |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Collingwood |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Ste Marie St and Simcoe St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 705-445-1571 |
| Fax | 705-445-3704 |
| clib@collingwoodpubliclibrary.ca | |
| Website | www.collingwoodpubliclibrary.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/collingwoodpubliclibrary Instagram: www.instagram.com/cplcollingwood/ Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/collingwoodpl/ Twitter: twitter.com/CollingwoodPL YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/CollingwoodLibrary |
| Primary Contact | Ken Haigh, CEO; Phone: ext 6222; Email: khaigh@collingwoodpubliclibrary.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Lynda Reid, Manager; Phone: ext 6223; Email: lreid@collingwoodpubliclibrary.ca |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Jennifer Murley, Coordinator, Community Engagement and Learning Services; Phone: ext 6224 |
| Alternate Executive | Dorothy Gebert, Coordinator, Public Relations; Email: dgebert@collingwoodpubliclibrary.ca |