Spanish Public Library – Information
The Spanish Public Library is located at 8 Trunk Road. In addition to the traditional book and video collection, the library offers computers, free Wifi, photocopying, faxing, scanning and printing, along with our digital offerings. **New** Our library now offers a Makerspace (see below for details).
There is an ongoing collection of history about the Town, if you are looking for any historical information this a great place to start. In addition, the library has a subscription to Ancestry Library. Access is only available at the library. Stop by during opening hours to start your search.
In addition, our collection includes Tackle Share, Nintendo Switch, Telescope and our newest additions, laptop, tablet, mini projector and webcam technology that can be borrowed with your library card. As well, we have many digital offerings including ebooks, audiobooks, streaming movies and television shows and music, along with our online databases to entertain and enrich your life.
Check below to see our current lineup of programmes and activities going on at the library.
Our catalogue can be viewed at https://olsn.ent.sirsidynix.net/client/en_US/spanish/
Programmes at the Library
Summer Drop-In Crafts for Kids
![Spanish Public Library presents: Summer Drop-In Crafts for Kids. Tuesday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Starting July 2, 2024 and running until August 27, 2024](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Summer-Drop-In-Crafts-1024x1024.jpg)
North Channel Literacy Council Workshops
The Spanish Public Library is excited to share our news about a partnership with the North Channel Literacy Council (Blind River Learning Centre) to provide training and workshops in Spanish, Ontario.
![North Channel Literacy Council will be hosting a Tech Social at the Spanish Public Library. Date: August 1, 2024. Time: 10:00am to 12:30pm.
Do you have a question about your iPad, Laptop, Tablet or Phone? We can help! Morning appointments are avialable from 10:00am to 12:30pm if you pre-register. Call 705-844-2555 to register.](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Spanish-tech-social-791x1024.png)
Crafty Creation Kit
![Spanish Public Library. Crafty Creation Kit for July: Mobile/Coaster Kit. Pick up a kit and enter the monthly prize draw during the month of July](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Crafty-Creation-Kit-July-2024-1-1024x1024.jpg)
Makerspace
The Spanish Public Library is happy to announce that we now have a Makerspace installed in our library. Offerings include a Cricut machine, Button makers and a binding machine.
The MakerSpace is where you can explore the intersection between your creativity and new technologies. It’s a space for the community to discover and share skills, tools, equipment, and ideas, and to gather and learn together.
- Access to equipment and tools maybe limited during times when we have more creators in our space!
- You may bring your own materials (paper, fabric, etc.) for the Cricut machine, but they must be compatible with our equipment.
- You can create files at the library using a public internet computer or in the MakerSpace. Some design software may be available for free to download and work on from home. You can prepare your project in advance and bring your file with you.
- This is a discovery environment; we cannot guarantee the success and quality of a printed project as this is a trial and error process!
- We aim to make most MakerSpace activities available at low or no cost to the user. Fees are applied on a cost recovery basis on some materials.
- Fees are outlined in the following policy and use agreement
Historical Calendars
![Picture of Spanish Public Library Historical Calendars](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/calendar-2024-768x1024.jpg)
$10.00 plus tax.
Online Resources
Available for both use at the library and at home include the following (click on links to access):
![Canadian Points of View Reference Centre](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/canadian-points-of-view-reference-centre-button-240.png)
Canadian Points of View -Available via the library website, this database
contains a collection of essays covering multiple sides of current issues, including many of regional interest
![Hobbies and Crafts Source](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/hobbies-crafts-reference-center-button-240.png)
Hobbies & Crafts Reference Centre – How-to instructions and
creative ideas for collectors, crafters, fans and foodies.
![Home Improvement Source](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/home-improvement-source-button-240.png)
Home Improvement Reference Centre – Your source for “how-to” information on a variety of do-it-yourself home improvement and repair projects.
![Small Engine Repair Source](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/small-engine-repair-source-button-240.png)
Small Engine Repair Reference Centre – repair guides covering routine maintenance and complex projects for all major makes and models.
![Auto Repair Source](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/auto-repair-source-button-240.png)
Auto Repair Source – Your Source for Current, Accurate, Authoritative Auto Service and Repair Information
![Small Business Source](https://www.townofspanish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/small-business-source-button-240.png)
Small Business Source – This database provides the everyday user with the necessary tools and detailed topics, including:“how-to” instructions to independently address a wide range of small business topics
Lending Technology Available at the Spanish Public Library
The library has a collection of lending technology available for residents of the Town of Spanish to borrow. Some of the technology has been acquired through funding provided by the Ontario Trillium Foundation Resilient Communities Funding. Please see lending policies for more details. A borrower’s agreement will need to be signed at the library.
- Nintendo Switch Game System – Nintendo Switch System Borrowing Policy
- Telescope – Telescope Borrowing Policy
- Tablet – Tablet Borrowing Policy
- Laptop – Laptop Borrowing Policy
- Video Projector – Video Projector Borrowing Policy
- Webcam – Webcam Borrowing Policy
- WiFi Hub (hotspot) – Wifi Hotspot Borrowing Policy Please note: Policy has been updated May 14, 2024. New, 7 day lending period and a $10.00 borrowing fee has been instituted.
Library Hours of Operation:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday/Sunday | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Closed |
To Access The Library’s Holdings Please Click the Link Below:
https://olsn.ent.sirsidynix.net/client/en_US/spanish/
Service Fees
Fax | $1.00 per page |
Photocopies/Prints (Laser Printer) | Letter (b&w): $.25/page Letter (colour): $1.00/page Legal & Tabloid (11×17) (b&w): $.50/page Legal (colour): $1.50/page Tabloid (11×17) (colour): $2.00/page |
Photo Printing (on inkjet printer) | Letter: $2.50/page |
Photo Printing (on dye sublimation printer) | 4×6: $1.00/ea 5×7: $1.50/ea |
Scanning | Photos: $.25/item Scan to email/USB: $.25 for scans up to 4 pages; $.50 for scans of 5-10 pages; larger scans will be assessed on number of pages |
Laminating | $.50 (small card size) $1.00 (medium card size) $2.00 (letter size 8.5×11) $3.00 (legal paper size 8.5×14) $4.00 (ledger/menu size 11×17) |
Non-Resident Fees | 6 Month: $7.50 1 Year: $15.00 |
For more information call the library at (705) 844-2555
or email us at library@townofspanish.com