Library Services
In addition to the book collection, the Mercer Shaw Public Library has several services available at little or no cost.
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Computers and Free, High Speed WiFiDesktop computers and iPads with high speed InternetThese computers and tablets are available during library hours at no charge.
Black and white copies can be made and faxes sent for $0.15 per page. Color copies are $0.25 per page. Laptop BenchA low bench just outside the library perfectly accommodates your laptop. Free WiFi is available during Town Office and library hours. (Come in during library hours to get the password.) Bring in your coffee or tea and stay awhile!!
A growing and dynamic collection.
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Our children's reading area has been upgraded and contains hundreds of books for all ages. We hope to see a lot of activity in this room throughout the year.Pre-teens and TeensHundreds of titles are available for young teens through high school aged readers.
Tiny BookstoreThere is a little "bookstore" just outside the solarium entrance to the library. It is full of very gently used or like new donations! Please come in and give some of the books on this cart a new home (and make a small cash donation if you can).
Weekly Storytime!!
Direct from the Belgrade Pubic Library comes Storytime with Kim Dawes. These weekly, 30 minute episodes present two holiday or season related picture book read alouds followed by a demonstration of how to make a fun and simple craft. Click on the link below to check out one of their recent episodes: https://youtu.be/RAv8hJILEZM |
Our quiet reading space has been upgraded. In this room adults can read, peruse books to check out, play a quiet board or card game while enjoying a cup of coffee, tea, cocoa or water. Comfortable chairs, natural lighting, soft lamps, local artwork displays and plants enhance the comfort of the space.
Other Services We are happy to announce two new features to our library. - We have been awarded custody of a sweet Wurlitzer spinet piano by the Community Center. It has been cleaned and tuned and is anxiously awaiting anyone to give it some much needed attention. Come in and give it a 'Wurl' - our Peace Lilies love the vibes!! - We have set up a little "Maker Space" in the children's section. Anyone is welcome to come in and use this space for crafting, drawing, painting, stamping, jigsaw puzzles for all ages, or anything else you might want to create or assemble. As long as you leave it like you found it, feel free to use this space. |
Local Artist and Artisan Displays.
If you are a local artist or artisan (or know someone who is) and would like to display work at the library, please contact us.