Kawartha Lakes Public Library

Site: Bethany Branch

Record #: VTC0261
Last Modified: 19 Jun 2026
Last Full Update: 15 Jun 2026

Description

Description (Service)

Library branch of the City of Kawartha Lakes Public Library offering public access for a variety of services, events, and use of equipment. See the Library's main page for full list of services offered and where to access them.

Branch Features:

  • After hours book drop outside access
  • Children's programs
  • Early literacy corner for children
  • Four public computer stations
  • WIFI
  • Printer / Photocopier / Scanner - fees apply
  • Free Parking

Collections:

  • CD music collection
  • DVD collection of popular and classics feature films, tv series and documentaries
  • CD-books, E-books and audiobooks that can be read and listened to on a variety of different devices
  • Magazines and newspapers

Accessibility Features:

  • Accessible service point desk /ramp at front entrance
  • Magnifying Sheets

What's Happening:

  • To see what events are happening at this location please see Events Calendar

Municipal Services at this branch:

  • Distribution of City publications, surveys and information flyers
  • Pick up of processed Burn Permits - please contact the Fire Department for more information
  • Sale of Dog Tags
  • Sale of Garbage Tags (regular, large, Freon and mattress)

Additional Services:

  • Technology Training - free training, workshops, and resources to make learning technology simple and accessible for everyone.
  • Online Learning - explore free self-paced courses, videos, and tutorials available through our Digital Library
  • Senior Resources - offers a range of resources and services to support older adults in our community.

Libraries accept cash or cheque as payment for the services listed above. For more information contact your library branch. For links to the forms and more information on other municipal services visit the Applications, Licenses and Permits page on the City's website.

Visit the online library at www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca

Service Details

Hours Tue 3 pm-7 pm * Wed 10 am-2 pm * Thu 11 am-7 pm * Sat 10 am-2 pm
Areas Served Kawartha Lakes
Eligibility No restrictions to visit and access resources while in the Library. 
Borrowing restricted to the Residents of the City of Kawartha Lakes.
Application Visit any Kawartha Lakes Public Library location or register Online
Languages English
Fees Service- No fee for residents of the City of Kawartha Lakes to borrow, other service fees may apply. Contact for information on specific services

Address and Location

Located In Community Bethany
Address & Map
Bethany Library / Service Centre
1474 Highway 7A
Bethany, ON
Canada L0A 1A0
 
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Physical Access Fully Accessible - Parking Entrance ; Unknown - Washroom

Contact Information

Office Phone 705-324-9411 ext. 3544, Bethany Branch
Toll Free Phone 1-888-822-2225, ext. 3544
Fax 705-277-1580
E-Mail bethanylibrary@kawarthalakeslibrary.ca
Website https://www.kawarthalakeslibrary.ca
Social Media Facebook Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kawarthalibrary
Instagram Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kawarthalibrary/
Mailing Address c/o Kawartha Lakes Library Services 
P.O. Box 9000, 190 Kent St W 
Kawartha Lakes, ON 
Canada K9V 2Y6

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