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Now that York Region has moved to the Control Red Zone in the province’s COVID-19 Response Framework , we can only allow up to 10 patrons in the library at one time. We kindly ask that you keep your visits as short as possible so that others can enter, and that groups/families send only one person to pick-up items. Please note: if the library’s 10-person limit has been reached, you will need to wait outside our main entrance until someone leaves the building. Visit...
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With our in-library programs on hold for a time, we continue to offer engaging online programs for all ages. Learn tips on staying fit at home during the pandemic from Honsberger Physio+. Listen to a classical play reading of Florence, by renowned playwright Alice Childress. Discover the pathway to a career in the skilled trades in a presentation by Skills Ontario. Gain insight into understanding youth mental health in a discussion led by youth speakers from Youthspeak. Join us...
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The Library would like to thank all of our users for their patience and support during this very difficult time. We understand how disappointing our limited hours and services can be, but the ongoing pandemic means we have to prioritize the safety and well-being of the community as well as of our staff. We have heard from our users that the opportunity to browse the shelves and to use study space for extended times would be welcome, but at this point it is not safe enough to relax...
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Ontario Public Library Week is October 18 to 24, providing an opportunity to recognize the role of public libraries. During a difficult and uncertain year caused by the pandemic, Newmarket Public Library has adapted to serve our community while ensuring that both staff and library members stay safe. Although the library has now re-opened, strict health guidelines prevent us from offering public browsing or in-library programs. But you can still enjoy the library and its services...
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The library continues to offer limited walk-in service, including computer use and the ability to ask staff to retrieve items for you to borrow. While doing so, we are ensuring that we collect contact information on all visitors in case it is needed in the future for public health authorities to conduct contact tracing.
Adhering closely to public health guidelines for safety also applies to our programming, which will not resume in the library until it is entirely safe to...
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