Welcome to Seguin Public Libraries.
There are four library branches in Seguin Township; Christie, Foley, Humphrey & Rosseau.
BRANCHES | locations & hours
We respond to emails sent to seguinplstaff@gmail.com or ceo@seguinpubliclibraries.ca and social media messages. All outside book drops are OPEN for returns. All fines for late items during this closure will be waived until further notice. Our Wi-Fi networks are accessible 24/7 from the parking lot as well. We are NOT accepting book donations at this time.
Christie Branch
At the Orrville Community Centre
1207 Hwy 518, Seguin
705 732 2850
Curbside & in person visits:
Tuesdays 2:30 – 6:30
Fridays 10:30 – 2:30
Foley Branch
At the Foley Community Centre
60 Ranking Lake Road, Seguin
705 378 0742
Curbside pickup only:
Mondays 2 -7
Humphrey Branch
At the Humphrey Comm. Centre
15 Humphrey Drive, Seguin
705 732 4526
Curbside & in person visits:
Tuesdays 10:30 – 2:30
Thursdays 2:30 – 6:30
Rosseau Branch
At the Rosseau Memorial Hall
2 Victoria Street, Rosseau
705 732 4231
Curbside pickup only:
Wednesdays 10 – 3
IN LIBRARY VISITS | services
We now offer in library visits at the Humphrey and Christie branches. Face masks and contact tracing will be required for in library visits. Masks must cover the mouth and nose. Capacity limit is set to 5 people within the libraries at a given time & increased sanitization practices are in place. Time limits could be set depending on visitor line ups & needs. If you have Covid-19 symptoms or have tested positive for Covid-19 please do not come to the library and instead enjoy our online programming.
CURBSIDE | services
Seguin Public Libraries’ offers Curbside Pickup & Printing at all branch locations. Place a hold online with your library card, by phone or by emailing us at seguinpubliclibraries.com. Send documents for printing to seguinplstaff@gmail.com, noting the branch location you wish to pick them up at. We will notify you when your items are ready for pick up. Please return items in the outside drop boxes.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY | career
We are now accepting applications for a Part Time Library Circulation Clerk. Submit a cover letter, resume and 3 references to Stefanie Veneranda, CEO, ceo@seguinpubliclibraries.ca. Submissions due by July 30th, 2021.
EXPLORE | library news
Use OverDrive or Libby with your library card to read or listen to eBooks on your computer, mobile device or eReader (Kindles are not supportes).
We invite everyone to use the eResources found on our website to support learning at home. You will require your 14 digit library card.
Try Ancestry Library Edition from home. Enter the first 5 digits of your library card for access. You can search, print and email files.
Our BookMyne app allows you to search the catalogue, log into your account, place holds & renew. Available for iOS or Android devices.
CELA is a free public library service for Canadians with print disabilities. Please call the Humphrey branch for more information or assistance 705 732 4526. You will need a library card to access CELA materials or to borrow a SPL DAISY reader.
Check out these fun, free and entertaining activities we have compiled for you and your family.
Become a Paper Shaper member. This is a free club for all ages. Kits are received by mail.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunts | Jun-Aug
This summer, we are offering scavenger hunt kits for June, July & August. Return your list to be entered into monthly draws. Email us at seguinplstaff@gmail.com for more details.
TD Summer Reading Club | Jul - Aug
Game On! Kids of all ages and abilities can sign up for this free summer reading program starting June 14th on our website.
Ali Hassan hosted the 2021 Forest of Reading Award Winners at the Forest of Reading Award ceremonies on May 18 – 19 in partnership with CBC Books. The ceremony is available on Curio.
We invite you to participate in this free program which encourages you to read 1000 books with your child before they start kindergarten.
This is a free pdf downloadable picture book that helps answer the questions kids age 4 to 10 are asking during these times.
Big Library Read (BLR) is a reading program that connects readers around the world with the same eBook at the same time without any wait list or holds.
Get 2 Free Audiobooks for Teens each week, all summer long. You will require the Sora app to listen to the titles. Use setup code: audiobooksync
The Governor General’s Literary Awards annually acknowledge seven English & French books across several categories.