By APRIL ARNDT | Ontario Public Library director
In support of the right to choose books freely for ourselves, theAmerican Library Association and the Ontario Public Library are celebrating Banned Books Week (Sept. 27 to Oct. 3), an annual recognition of our right to access books without censorship.
American libraries are the cornerstones of our democracy. Libraries are for everyone, everywhere. Because libraries provide free access to a world of information, they bring opportunity to all people. Now, more than ever, celebrate the freedom to read at your library! Read an old favorite or a new banned book this week.
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We currently are not accepting book donations. Please do not leave items outside of the library or in the book drop.
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The Ontario book group will meet in person on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. in the library basement. We’ll discuss “The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit” by Michael Finkel. Copies can be picked up at the circulation desk. New members are always welcome!
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The library is open Mondays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays 12–6 pm, Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. We are limiting browsing to 15 minutes and computer services to one hour (essential work only). Masks are required. Questions? Call (608) 337-4651.