Waterville Public Library

Library To Be Closed 1/25/17-1/31/17 Due to Repair Work

The Waterville Public Library will be closed January 25-January 31, 2017. The closure is due to reconstruction work necessary following unexpected water damage from a burst frozen pipe on December 17, 2016. Flooring and woodwork in the Library’s entryway and lobby, ruined by several inches of standing water, will be replaced from January 25-January 31, 2017. Checked out materials due between 1/25/17-1/31/17 will be extended to Wednesday, February 1, 2017. The Waterville Public Library will have a book return and pick-up station in Waterville City Hall, 1 Common Street, Waterville, ME. This station will be staffed and open 10a-5p, Wednesday-Friday, 1/25/17-1/27/17 and Monday-Tuesday, 1/30/17-1/31/17. Patrons will be able to return items and get items ready for pick-up at the City Hall location. Patrons may place holds by stopping by the station during open hours, calling 207.872.5433, or making requests online through the Library catalog: http://minerva.maine.edu/search~S41/. For assistance, please call 207.872.5433 or email librarian@watervillelibrary.org. Library staff plan to reopen the Library on Wednesday, February 1, 2017. Thank you to every member of the community for their support, patience, and understanding during this transformative time for the Library! 

CONTACT:

Sarah Sugden, Waterville Public Library Director, 207.872.5433

About the Waterville Public Library 

Since 1896, the Waterville Public Library has been a center for community and learning, a place where people and ideas connect. It is the mission of the Waterville Public Library to empower people and strengthen community. With the largest collection of materials in public libraries in Central Maine, the Waterville Public Library is sure to have something that will interest everyone! The Library has an outstanding collection of books for readers of all ages, graphic novels, audiobooks, films, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, music CDs, and a fabulous Large Print collection. The Library regularly provides diverse programs for people all ages. There are 20 public computers as well as a teaching and learning space with 12 laptop computers, projection capabilities, and flexible seating. The Library offers affordable printing, copying, and faxing services. The Waterville Public Library Business & Career Center provides a large array of services for job seekers, career changers, entrepreneurs, businesses, and creative types. Visit the website at http://www.watervillelibrary.org/ to learn more.