Using the Library During COVID-19

The Hastings Highlands Public Library is closed to the public starting Tuesday, April 6th, 2021. Curbside Pickup and Computer Usage by Appointment will be available. In accordance with Provincial Guidelines and local Health Unit recommendations, we are working towards increasing services where it is safely possible to do so. At this time, all library programs are suspended and the gymnasium is unavailable for public use.
Schedule
CURBSIDE ONLY
Monday - 11am to 1:45pm
Tuesday - 11am to 5:45pm
Wednesday - 11am to 3:45pm
Thursday - 11am to 5:45pm
Friday - 11am to 1:45pm
Saturday, Sunday - Closed
Call us at 613-338-2262 or email to place your order
Protocols to Follow
1. If the library entrance is locked and it is a day we are open to the public, the library may be at capacity. A sign will be posted on the front door of the library indicating this. Please line up outside of the library entrance and be mindful of people who may be exiting through the library or entering through the front entrance of the building.
2. Face masks are required to enter the library. If you do not have one, masks are available and may be provided. Those who are unable to wear a mask for any reason are encouraged to take advantage of our curbside services where possible.
3. You will be asked to sanitize your hands upon entry. If you cannot use sanitizer for any reason, gloves are available and may be provided.
4. You will be asked to sign in to the library. The purpose of this is to assist staff in enforcing time limits should a lineup begin to form.
5. If you have travelled out of the country recently or are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19 such as a fever or cough, we are asking that you do not enter the library until you are symptom free again.
6. Stack browsing is available in a limited capacity, 1 person per stack unless you are part of the same household or social circle. Those who are able to do so are encouraged to take advantage of our online catalogue to determine the books they would like for efficiency, and this may be accessed from home or on the library computers and tablets.
7. All patrons are asked to continue maintaining physical distance while moving through the library. When you are ready to sign out your library materials or pay for your copies, please line up at the front desk and maintain physical distance from other patrons.
8. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times, as we may be required to enforce time limits if we reach capacity. For this reason, it is important for all patrons to conduct their business as quickly as possible. At this time, we do not have casual seating available, only seating for the computer and personal device work stations. Use of the library computers for games is not permitted at this time.
9. Computers and work stations are available first come first serve. When you enter the library, if there is an available space you are welcome to sit at it. Each work station and computer station will be sanitized after each user.
10. Curbside pickup is available Monday-Friday, and may be conducted outside during nice weather, or at the front entrance of the library.

Our Safety Procedures
