Thessalon Public Library
A bright, welcoming space in the heart of Thessalon where everyone can read, learn, and connect.
Drop in to browse, study, get online, or simply enjoy a quiet place with a good book.
Free Wi-Fi
Use our computers or your own device.
Interlibrary Loans
Borrow from libraries across Ontario.
All Ages
From picture books to large print and local history.
What You Can Do at the Library
Thessalon Public Library is more than shelves of books. It’s a colourful community hub for information, technology, and connection.
Books & More
Something for every reader:
- Adult fiction & non-fiction
- Large print adult fiction
- Young adult fiction
- Children’s picture & chapter books
- Audiobooks on CD & DVDs
- Local history reference materials
Technology & Research
Access tools and information:
- Free Wi-Fi & public computers
- Ancestry.ca access
- Printing & photocopying
- Faxing, scanning & laminating
Fees: Black & white photocopy/print $0.25 per sheet (colour $1.00), fax $1.00, laminating $1.00 (business card) / $2.00 (letter size), scanning $1.00 per scan (as staff time allows).
Beyond the Books
Borrow and share more than you might expect:
- Seed sharing (with Thessalon Horticultural Society)
- Snowshoe lending
- Pickleball paddles & net lending
- Used book sale
- Drop-off location for Thessalon Food Bank
Digital Library: Read & Listen Anywhere
Use your library card number to borrow ebooks and audiobooks from home or on the go.
Libby App
Libby lets you borrow ebooks and audiobooks on your phone, tablet, or computer using your Thessalon Public Library card.
Download Libby, add Thessalon Public Library, and start reading or listening.
Need help? Call (705) 842-2306 or email thessalonlib@thessalonlibrary.ca.
Interlibrary Loans
Looking for a title we don’t have on our shelves? Interlibrary loans let you borrow books from participating libraries across Ontario at no cost.
Call or email with your request and we’ll do our best to track it down.
Visit Us
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 6:00 |
| Wednesday | 9:00 – 1:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 – 6:00 |
| Friday | 12:00 – 6:00 |
| Saturday | 9:00 – 1:00 |
Borrowing: Books are loaned for two weeks unless otherwise requested. Please keep books clean and dry.
Location & Contact
Thessalon Public Library
P.O. Box 549
187 Main Street
Thessalon, ON P0R 1L0
Phone: (705) 842-2306
Fax: (705) 842-5690
Email: thessalonlib@thessalonlibrary.ca
Call or email your book requests — we’re happy to help you find your next great read.
Support Your Library
Donations help keep Thessalon Public Library vibrant, accessible, and welcoming for everyone. All funds go directly toward library operations.
How to Donate
Donations are graciously accepted and appreciated.
- E-transfer: send to etransfer@thessalon.ca and clearly indicate that the e-transfer is a donation for Thessalon Public Library.
- Cheques: make payable to Town of Thessalon and mail to P.O. Box 220, 187 Main St. Thessalon, ON P0R 1L0 with a note that it is for Thessalon Public Library.
Thank you for helping us continue to serve our community.
Top 10 Books of 2025
From the Amazon Editors’ Best Books of 2025 list. Ask library staff how to place a hold or request an interlibrary loan.
Buckeye
Patrick Ryan
The Correspondent
Virginia Evans
The Boys in the Light
Nina Willner
The Emperor of Gladness
Ocean Vuong
Wild Dark Shore
Charlotte McConaghy
The Intruder
Freida McFadden
Awake
Jen Hatmaker
Atmosphere
Taylor Jenkins Reid
Replaceable You
Mary Roach
The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny
Kiran Desai
“The support of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, and of the Government of Canada through Industry Canada is gratefully acknowledged.”