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Storytime at the Library

Join our librarians each Wednesday for story time, where we will share our favourite books and lots of fun activities. Here is a taste from one of our newest books. Story Time starts at 10am. It runs for 2 hours and is free for all of our little library lovers.

Are you sitting up straight?

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The internet is a wonderful place and it is easy to lose track of time while you browse, but staying in one position for a long time can strain your muscles and cause an injury. Take a minute to stand up and walk around. Focus on stretch your body moving from head to toes.   When you come back, Pay attention to how you are sitting at your desk. Make sure your back is supported by your chair. Your arms and wrists should be resting comfortably at your sides and your feet should be flat on the floor.   The goal is a relaxed, comfortable position that minimizes awkward movements and muscle strain.   

Computer Usage Statement for Patrons

Vertland library provides our members with free access to the internet, default Microsoft Office programs and several online databases. Our computer facilities are accessible during library opening hours. We request that you call ahead and reserve a space if you require more than 2hrs per day on a computer. We have printers available, however in order to reduce waste we charge 10c per page for black and white printing. Colour printing costs 50c per page. This is a shared space. Please be considerate of others in the library.  Be aware of your noise levels. Please use headphones if you are listening to music. No food or unsealed drinking containers at the computers. The Library is not responsible for loss, damage or injury occurring while using our computer services. You are welcome to connect to our wifi with your own laptop or connect your own accessories (headphones, USB, etc.) to our computers but you are responsible for their protection. Please keep your personal files off the co