Waterloo Library & Historical Society
Where Literature, Technology, and History Meet!
Programs
Adult Book Club
Join us for book discussions and snacks on the last Saturday of each month at 10:30am.
WLHS Little Explorers
Come join us on Fridays at 11am to explore the world of books, music, movements, and creativity. Registration is preferred for materials & cancellations.
Book Folding Workshop
Come join us for our Book Folding Workshop every 3rd Wed of the month from 5:30-7:30pm. Registration is required!
Scrabble Club
Daytime Scrabble Club: Every 2nd Thursday of the month from 3-5pm.
Evening Scrabble: Every 3rd Friday of the month from 5-7pm.
Registration is preferred but is not required.
Arts and Crafts
Welcome to Waterloo’s Adult Arts & Crafts workshop. Join us on the First Tuesday of every month from 3-5pm. Registration is required.
History Presentation
Come hear our History Presentation on the First Friday of each month at 11AM. This presentation is held at the Seneca County Senior Center.
E-Books from Libby
Click here for directions on our expanded e-book lending opportunity.
About The Library Mission statment
Waterloo Library and Historical Society provides patrons of all ages an integrative, full service library and historical experience. As the birthplace of Memorial Day we strive to educate on the founding and the service/sacrifice of all of America’s veterans. We encourage participants to engage in our learning setting to become positive citizens creating a stronger connection with life in the Finger Lakes.
About The Library Mission statement
Waterloo Library and Historical Society provides patrons of all ages an integrative, full service library and historical experience. As the birthplace of Memorial Day we strive to educate on the founding and the service/sacrifice of all of America’s veterans. We encourage participants to engage in our learning setting to become positive citizens creating a stronger connection with life in the Finger Lakes.
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Community Spaces available for meetings, tutors, plays, open mics, weddings and more
Services We Offer
Library Services
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Print / Coping – $0.15 – per black & white sheet | $0.30 per color sheet
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Fax – Local – $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page – receiving too
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Fax – Long distance – $2.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page
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5 Computers available
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Must not have fines on account
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One hour at a time, or more if no one is waiting
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30 items total per card
- 3 week loans – 2 renewals
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1 renewal for new releases
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Comes with a free card and keychain card! FLLS
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Must be 16+ with photo ID , Parent or guardian under 16
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$1.oo card replacement
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5 DVDs and 1 game per card – counts towards 30 total
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1 week loan period – 1 renewal
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Tv shows – 2 weeks – no renewal
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WE ARE FINE FREE!
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After 60 days the item is considered lost/stolen
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If not returned you’ll be charged the replacement cost of the item
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Items out of our system will still be charged a $1.00 a day until returned
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President: Coreen LowryVice President: James HughesSecretary: Lynn PattiTreasurer: Kathy ChaseDenise OsborneDuke ArgetsingerKaren BurcroffAJ Trahms
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2024 Holiday Closings:Monday, January 1 – New Year’s DayMonday, February 15 – MLK Jr Day/Staff Day (Closed to Public)Monday, February 19 – President’s DayFriday, March 29 – Good FridayFriday, May 24 – Closing @ 3pm (Welles Award)
Monday, May 27 – Memorial DayWednesday, June 19 – Juneteenth
Thursday, July 4 – Independence Day
Monday, September 2– Labor DayMonday, September 23 – Staff Day (Closed to Public)
Monday, October 14 – Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples DayThursday, November 28 – Thanksgiving
Friday, November 29 – Thanksgiving HolidayFriday, December 20 – Staff Appreciation Day
Tuesday, December 24 – Christmas Holiday
Wednesday, December 25 – Christmas DayTuesday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve
Library Contact
Email: waterloolib@gmail.com
31 E Williams St,
Waterloo, NY 13165
Historical Society Contact
Library Contact
Email: waterloolib@gmail.com
31 E Williams St,
Waterloo, NY 13165
Historical Society Contact
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President: Coreen LowryVice President: James HughesSecretary: Lynn PattiTreasurer: Kathy ChaseRoderick CoeDenise OsborneDuke ArgetsingerKaren BurcroffAJ Trahms
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2022 Holiday Closings
Saturday, January 1 – New Year’s Day
Monday, February 21 – President’s DayFriday, April 15 – Staff Training
Monday, April 18 – Spring Holiday
Monday, May 30 – Memorial Day
Monday, July 4 – Independence Day
Monday, September 5– Labor Day
Monday, October 10 – Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day
Thursday, November 24 – Thanksgiving
Friday, November 25 – Thanksgiving
Saturday, December 24 – Christmas Eve
Sunday, December 25 – Christmas Day
Monday, December 26 – Christmas Observed
Saturday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve