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Stratford Public Library

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19 St Andrew St
Stratford, ON
N5A 1A2
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519-271-0220
iconPath Mon-Thu 10am-9pm * Fri 10am-6pm * Sat 10am-5pm * Sun 2pm-5pm

Application

Library card required for loan of materials

Fees

Free * fee for some services (e.g. photocopying, printing)

Executives

Krista Robinson - Chief Executive Officer
519-271-0220 ext 112 * krobinson@splibrary.ca
Jordan Bulbrook - Technology and Operations Manager
519-271-0220 ext 115 * jbulbrook@splibrary.ca

Contacts

Shauna Costache - Public Service Supervisor
519-271-0220 ext 114 * scostache@splibrary.ca

Languages

English

Language Notes

Materials for language learning and rotating collections in several other languages are available to be borrowed. Selection varies.

Area Served

Stratford and area

Accessibility

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Description of Services

Public library * large print books, books and CD * home delivery service * free computer and wireless access to the Internet * technology assistance * telephone, email and walk-in reference services offer personal assistance with information requests * online databases to access newspapers, magazines and health related resources from the website * seasonal programs available

Technology - Public computers and Wi-Fi, 24/7 printing available, MakerSpace including 3D printer, vinyl cutter

Home Delivery Service - Users unable to visit the library due to illness or disability can arrange to have library materials selected based on their own preference and delivered to their home

Whale of a Tale - Drop-in family story time, songs, puppets, craft and play for preschoolers * Mon 6:30pm-7:15pm in the library * no registration required

Baby Steps (6-20 months) - For infants and caregivers * play time followed by story time * an opportunity for families to interact with one another * free drop-in no registration required * check website for dates and times

Story Starters for Preschoolers - Early literacy program featuring early learning centres * activities to help children become familiar with stories through play, talking, singing, listening and reading * children are to be accompanied by an adult * check website for dates and times * free drop-in, no registration required

Reading Buddies - One-to-one 8 week reading program for school aged children * gives the opportunity to read and play games with a trained volunteer * check website for dates and times * registration required

CNIB/CELA - (Canadian National Institute for the Blind/Centre for Equitable Library Access) - access to accessible formats for people with print disabilities * free, call for details

Technology Tutors - drop in assistance with technology provided by volunteers * dates and times vary

Public Library on Wheels - Delivers preschool and toddler reading programs, age appropriate lending collections, and knowledgeable support staff to areas currently under serviced by traditional library facilities * see website for additional information

About Us

The Stratford Public Library provides an equitable, safe and welcoming environment where anyone can explore, learn, create and connect.

Last Updated: Aug 25, 2023: Suggest an edit