Markham public libraries to reopen in August

Thestar.com
Aug. 3, 2021
Irene Wong

More than two weeks after entering Stage 3 of Ontario's reopening plan, Markham will open the door of public libraries on August 3.

Picking up in-branch holds will be allowed in Markham Village and Unionville library branches. There will also be extended library hours at Markham Village, Thornhill Village and Unionville library branches.

Angus Glen Library and Thornhill Community Centre Library will be reopening in September.

More facilities will reopen from mid-September to October, including:

• Aaniin Community Centre and Library
• Angus Glen Community Centre and Library
• Angus Glen Tennis Centre
• Centennial Community Centre
• Crosby Community Centre
• Markham Village Community Centre
• Milliken Mills Soccer Centre
• Mount Joy Community Centre
• R.J. Clatworthy Arena
• St. Roberts Soccer Centre
• Thornhill Community Centre and Library

For more information about facility reopenings and specific services available at facilities, visit markham.ca/reopening.

Over the summer months, Markham will continue to offer virtual and outdoor programs and services, which include:

• Morgan Outdoor Pool and Rouge River Outdoor Pool
• Markham Pan Am Centre Pool and Gymnasium
• Virtual art and theatre camps
• Virtual art and museum exhibitions and programs
• Virtual library programs and camps
• Pop-Up Park Program for kids
• Outdoor and virtual recreation programs
• Outdoor and virtual fitness classes

Outdoor programs require pre-booking and a COVID-19 screening before each visit. Drop-ins are not allowed. Visit markham.ca/SummerPrograms to find out more.

Indoor and instructional programming will ramp up for the fall.