The Smiths Falls Public Library is reopening today, Tuesday February 16 at 1:00pm, with service similar to before the province-wide lockdown. Please visit our contact page for our business hours. Rules and procedures are subject to change based on provincial guidelines. We thank you for your patience and cooperation.

• Face masks are required and are to be worn inside the library. Please do not come to the library if you are sick.
• Entry will be by the front door only unless you require the accessible entrance/elevator.
• Hand sanitizer will be available when you enter the library.
• Both adult and children’s collections will be available to browse and check-out, though we will be limiting the number of people in each space to ensure physical distancing. Please pay attention to signage and follow instructions from staff.
• There will be a designated area for returns. We ask that you do not hand returned material directly to staff. All returned material will be quarantined for 72 hours.
• We will continue to extend due dates and waive late fines.
• Computer access will be limited. Bookings can be made by telephone or in person. Computers and workstations will be disinfected between appointments.
• Limited seating will be available to discourage extended visits.
• In-library programming will not resume at this time. Virtual programming will continue.
• Curbside pick-up will continue with reduced service hours.

Our staff are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to the library. If you have any questions, please call us at 613-283-2911 or email us at smithsfallslibrary@vianet.ca