Deseronto Public Library
The Deseronto Public Library was established in 1895. It has resided in a variety of locations throughout Deseronto over the past century. In 2001, the library moved to its current, much larger location on Main St. With almost 4000 square feet of space, the Deseronto Library is able to offer its members books and other resources like never before.
Contact Information:
Address: 358 Main St P.O. Box 302 Deseronto, ON K0K 1X0
Phone: 613-396-2744
Fax: 613-396-3466
Web: www.deserontopubliclibrary.ca
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1:00pm - 5:00pm 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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10:00am - 12:00pm 1:00pm - 5:00pm 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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10:00am - 2:00pm
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10:00am - 2:00pm
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Library Staff:
- Frances Smith- Librarian/CEO
- Ruth Sager- Librarian Assistant
- Sue Kimball- Librarian Clerk
Library Board Members:
- Don Simpson- Chairperson
- Elena Betts- Vice- Chairperson
- Norm Clark- Council Representative
- Jean Rixen- Secretary
- Cyril Betts
- Noni McMeeken
Library Board meetings generally occur on the second Monday of each month.
Deseronto Library Memberships:
Memberships to the Deseronto Library are free. However, children must be registered by their parents.
Deseronto Library Resources:
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Programs & Events:
Seniors Afternoon at the Library
Please join us for our senior’s afternoon at the library each Monday from 1-3pm.
Deseronto Library Literacy Programs:
Deseronto Book Club
The book club is held at the library the first Tuesday of each month. Everyone is welcome. If you would like more information about joining the book club and the meeting times, please call the library.
Alzheimer Society Drop-In Day
Mr. Barry Flanigan, MSW from the Belleville, Hastings, Quinte Alzheimer Society, will be available to speak with at the library every third Monday of the month between 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Mr. Flanigan is available to answer any questions, provide resources for treatment and counseling services in regards to Alzheimers Disease.
Reading Through The Seasons: On the Road to Literacy
This is a great program to promote reading throughout all the seasons of the year. Participants keep track of how many books they have read each season, keep personal reading logs for recording thoughts and notes, and enter into free draws. Come meet the programs new mascots Webster and Rita Reader.
Deseronto Teen Advisory Group
The Deseronto Library is in the process of forming a Teen Advisory Group. Members of this group would have the opportunity to:
- Offer suggestions for exciting teen programs
- Provide feedback on the library’s teen collections
- Contribute web site ideas
- Meet other teens, offer suggestions/advice, and make new friends!
If you are between 12 and 19 years of age, and would like to get involved, please call the library for information about joining. Remember- Being a member of the Youth Advisory Group counts towards your high school diploma community service time requirement.
Sponsoring/Support for Literacy Programs:
Sponsors/support from the community is needed to continue to provide and improve our library resources and literacy programs. We would like to thank the following groups for their continued support:
- The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 280- Earle J. Brant Memorial
Special thanks to our 2007 supporters:
CIBC - Deseronto
Deseronto Public School
Ma & Paws Pet Food Store
The Chocolate Room
Downtown Variety
The Great Deseronto Antique Emporium
Special thanks to our 2006 supporters:
- Meadows Office Furniture Co.
- Deseronto CIBC
Special thanks to our 2005 supporters:
- Deseronto CIBC
- Ma & Paws Pet Food & Supplies
- United Restaurant
- Griddle me This
- Dixie Lee Chicken
- Blue Cove
- The Dollar Club
- The Lighthouse Nook
- Downtown Variety
- Deseronto LCBO
- Deseronto Great Antique Emporium
Making a monetary donation is just one of the many ways community members can help the Deseronto Library. There are many other things community members can do to help support and improve the library, including:
- Volunteer to help out at the library.
- Help with fundraising events.
- Donate books, craft supplies, videos, up-to-date magazines, shelving, computers, furniture, etc.
- Share your ideas that could benefit the Deseronto library.
- Adopt a magazine.
- Getting involved in the Library Board or starting a Friends of the Library Group.
- Select the Deseronto Public Library for memoriam donations to honor or remember a lost loved one.
The Deseronto Library needs the sponsorship/support of the community to continue to provide and improve its resources and literacy programs. Community members willing to volunteer their time to help with the library and its literacy programs are always needed as well. If you would like to become a 2006 sponsor/supporter or volunteer your time for the Deseronto Library Literacy Programs, please contact Frances Smith, 613-396-2744.
ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE LIBRARY:
Deseronto Archives Department:
The Deseronto Archives Department is located at the Deseronto Public Library. For more information visit the History & Archives page located under the Community & Tourism page of our web site.
Contact Information:
Archivist: Amanda Hill
Phone: 613-396-2744
Hours: Thursdays: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Deseronto Job Information Centre:
Hastings County Ontario Works: Job Information Centre provides employment services, resources and assistance with employment planning to all Deseronto residents, including those receiving social assistance from the Ontario Works Program.
Contact Information:
Lori Brooks, Director
Phone: 613-396-2610
Fax: 613-396-3466
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8:30am-12:00pm 1:00pm-4:30pm |
8:30am-12:00pm 1:00pm-4:30pm |
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8:30am-12:00pm 1:00pm-4:30pm |
8:30am-12:00pm 1:00pm-4:30pm |