Trent Hills Library Services

Residents

Any person who resides within Trent Hills is entitled to free membership of the Trent Hills Public Library. This membership provides borrowing privileges in Campbellford, Hastings and Warkworth Public Libraries. To obtain membership a person may go to any of the branches and provide identification and proof of residence to the librarian.

Children

Children under the age of 12 must register for membership accompanied by a parent or guardian who presents identification with name and address and is responsible for fines, damages or lost items.

Non-Residents

Those residing outside of Trent Hills who would like a membership need to provide identification and pay a non-resident membership fee of: $55.00 per year or $25.00 for a six month term.

Replacement Cards

Lost or damaged membership cards will be replaced at a fee of $2.00.

Renewals may be made on any materials provided if another patron has not already reserved them.
A renewal can be done in the library, over the phone, or online. Materials may be returned to any three of our Branches.
Library staff will contact patrons who have borrowed materials past their due dates.

Loan Period

Books and Magazines: 3 weeks
Audio Books: 3 weeks
DVDs: 3 weeks

Overdue Fines

*The Trent Hills Public Library will remain fine free until the end of 2021*

Books and Magazines: 15 cents (per open library day)
DVDs: $2.00 (per open library day)
Interlibrary Loan: $1.00 (per open library day)
Talking Books: $1.00 (per open library day)

All 3 Branches offer wireless Internet access as well as public access computers.
Wireless Internet is also available 24/7 outside of the Libraries.

The Campbellford, Hastings and Warkworth Libraries each have 2 “Early Literacy” computers reserved just for kids.

They have lots of games and programs that you can play in English or French!
Early Literacy Stations are a ground breaking educational tool for children ages 2 through 10.

The ELS computers tap into intrinsic learning.
Kids are captivated by the interface and start to explore immediately.
The ELS makes learning fun!

Internet Usage & Policy Guidelines for Public Access

Help From an IT Specialist

For anyone requiring assistance with downloading ebooks or other computer needs, we offer technology sessions with our IT specialist.
This can be arranged at any branch, please call your library to set up a session.

Printing, Photocopying, Scanning and Fax Services are Available!

Room Rental Policy

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1. No booking will be confirmed until signed copies of the application form are returned with the rental fee.
2. The applicant is responsible for any damages incurred and will be required to indemnify The Trent Hills Public Library Board any and all claims of every nature and kind, the cost of which may arise out of or by reason of granting this application.
3. The Trent Hills Public Library Board accepts no responsibility for lost, damaged or stolen articles.
4. All organizations must clearly specify their name in advertisements of meetings or events held in the library.
5. No alcoholic beverages may be dispensed or consumed on library property.
6. No smoking is permitted on library premises.
7. Evening meetings shall terminate by 11:00pm or an additional rental fee will be charged.
8. Chairs and tables are available: large room capacity: 53, small room capacity: 27. The library does not have a full time custodian, therefore groups using the rooms are responsible for setting and leaving the rooms as they found them.
9. Federal, Provincial and Municipal Laws, Bylaws and Fire Regulations are to be observed at all times.
10. Exhibitions: The Trent Hills Public Library Board will not become involved in any sales pertaining to exhibits. Exhibitors will be responsible for the setting up and removal of their displays and assume all insurance coverage.

RENTAL FEES
FOUR HOURS OR LESS:

• Profit Making Groups: $55.00 to $105.00
• Non-Profit Groups: $30.00 to $55.00

FEES WAIVED FOR:

• Library Sponsored Programs
• Friends of the Campbellford/Seymour Library
• Constituency Meetings of MPP’s or MP’s

The Trent Hills Public Library Board reserves the right to accept or refuse a reservation, or cancel any booking at their discretion.

1. Requests for interlibrary loans will be accepted for patrons with accounts free of fines and with no overdue materials.

2. New patrons may request interlibrary loans after a two month period.

3. Requests are accepted for items over 12 months old, if the item is new please suggest a purchase to one of the library branches.

4. Patrons may have a maximum of 3 interlibrary loans in process (requested, received and circulating) at any time.

5. Loan periods for interlibrary loan items are set by the lending library. The loan period for most items is 3 weeks. DVDs may be a shorter period.  With the increased demand for DVDs by patrons and other libraries, Trent Hills will be limiting DVDs to 4 per patron card. 

6. Interlibrary loan materials renewals must be authorized by the lending library. Requests for a renewal must be received at least 4 days before the due date of the item. Please visit the library or call any of the branches to request.

7. Patrons will be responsible for all fees and services charged by the lending library. If materials are lost or damaged, the replacement cost will be established by the lending library.

8. Materials borrowed through interlibrary loan must be returned to the Trent Hills Public Library (Campbellford, Warkworth, or Hastings Branch).

9. Overdue charges for interlibrary loans are $1.00 per item, per day.

10. Please be aware that interlibrary loans are now sent through Canada Post, and your request may take longer.

This service will be reviewed at the end of the year.

The Trent Hills Library will proctor exams for students. The cost of photocopying, faxing or mailing is the responsibility of the student. Please contact the CEO for further information.