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Summer Programs for Children and Youth!
Come join the fun at the NOTL PL! Click Here for more details about the Summer Reading Program and other exciting activities for the summer!
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Library Book Sale!
Donations Welcome & Volunteers Needed!
July 24 from 9am to 9pmJuly 25 from 9am to 9pm
July 26 from 9am to 5pm
The NOTL Public Library will offer a continuous book sale for library patrons and members of the public, providing the opportunity for you to obtain great reading at great prices. Items offered will include hardcover books, pocket books, recent releases and collectibles. You will find many of your favourite authors represented. If you have books to donate to this sale, they may be dropped off at any time. (please call ahead of time for larger deliveries) All proceeds support the services of the NOTL Public Library.
Volunteer assistance is vital to the operation of the book sale. We look forward to welcoming volunteers and are grateful for your contribution of time.. Help with set up will be needed Wednesday, July 23rd from 9am to 9pm, as well as on Thursday through Saturday for the sale. Please call our Volunteer Coordinator, Diane Fahey at (905)468-1426 or sign up at the library's circulation desk!
Greetings to Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents!
My name is Greg Smith and I am honored to have been selected for
the CEO position of Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library. Before my
introduction I wish to compliment the community on building one
of the most attractive public libraries that I have seen in my 18-year
public library career. The exterior and interior architecture of the
building provides an experience that is both inviting and stimulating
for the pursuit of life-long learning, recreation, economic and
cultural activities. I feel that this facility represents the commitment
of Niagara-on-the-Lake citizens toward library services and
community development.
I started my library career in 1990 after graduating from the University of Toronto with a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science. My first library position was “Business Resources Librarian” at the Oakville Public library, delivering business reference services and seminars to the Oakville business community, in addition to regular reference service and electronic resource training to library staff. While working in Oakville I developed an interest in library computer systems and information technology, which led to my enrollment in a one year Niagara College program titled “Computer Network Operations.” After completing this program I started a new position as “System/Cataloguing Librarian” at the St. Catharines Public Library. In this position I managed the library’s computer catalogue database and software/hardware infrastructure, which included the Integrated Library System and all computer network and communication services. In 1999 I was promoted to my most recent position, Director of Systems & Technical Services, which manages all Integrated Library Systems, acquisition and processing activities. Throughout my library career I have been a member of the Ontario Library Association and just recently completed a three-year term as an elected councilor on the Ontario Library and Information Technology Association council. As CEO I will fully commit to efficient, effective and quality library service for the Niagara-on-the-Lake community, and while exercising this commitment I expect to utilize all of my skills and knowledge attained during my 18-year library career.
I look forward to my new role as CEO of Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library and wish to become acquainted with the staff and community as soon as possible. On that note I invite all Niagara-on-the- Lake citizens to visit the library, avail themselves of our library services, and meet me either on the public floor or in the office of the CEO. The door will always be open.
Best regards,
Greg Smith
Chief Executive Officer – Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library
Your Opinion Counts!
We value your opinions and appreciate feedback so please take some time to fill out our customer satisfaction survey. There are questions that range from how often you visit the library to customer service. There is lots of space for your own comments on such topics as the hours, collections...and more! Click on the "Counting Opinions" logo to your left or the icon at the top right corner of any page on the website to access the survey online, or ask for a paper copy of the survey at the circulation desk. We thank you in advance for your time and assistance in ensuring we are meeting your needs.
