The SMSA Library. Image by Graham Jepson.

SMSA Library Visitor Guidelines

UPDATE: The Library is now open to all members.

Please note some COVID safety guidelines still apply.

Monday to Friday 8:45am-6:00pm

Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm

VISITING GUIDELINES & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

We ask that you please wear a mask while browsing the Library.
Be mindful of social distancing (1.5 metres between you and others).
Hand sanitiser will be provided on entry and departure.
Returned books will be sanitised prior to going back on shelves.
If you are feeling unwell, even with mild cold or flu symptoms such as sore throat/cough, please do not visit the Library.

SERVICES

All members will be able to browse and borrow.
Potential new members are welcome to visit the Library. New membership payments accepted in person (cards preferred).
Cuthbert’s will be open subject to social distancing requirements and tea and coffee will be available.
Newspapers, crosswords and computers will be available.
The Tom Keneally Centre is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10:30am – 2:30pm.

IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO ENTER THE LIBRARY

For those members who do not yet feel comfortable spending time inside the Library, we still have the following services available. These will be located in the level 2 Library foyer, just outside the lifts, during opening hours only:

The Click & Collect service.
A Returns box.

Please respect these guidelines for the safety of all members and staff.

If you have any queries, do not hesitate to contact our Library staff via email: library@smsa.org.au or call us on 02 9262 7300.

We look forward to welcoming you back!

The SMSA Library Team

Library Open for All Members

Friday, 22 October 2021

The SMSA Library is open for all members.

Read on for visiting guidelines and additional information.

LIBRARY HOURS

Monday to Friday
from 8:45am-6:00pm

Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm

The Library will be open for members to browse, borrow and spend time.

Click & Collect will still be available

Members are able to borrow double the amount of books at this time. You can now borrow up to 10 books including 2 new books.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the library via email: library@smsa.org.au

If you do not wish to come into the city at this time, we still have a fantastic range of online services available to members:

24/7 access to eBooks and Audiobooks loans of up to 21 days. Read on your computer, smartphone, eReader or tablet.
Download a huge range of eMagazines using your computer, smartphone or tablet.
Beamafilm allows members to stream films and documentaries for free to any internet connected device – PC, smartphone, tablet or even your TV using ChromeCast or Apple TV.
Access our free online tutorials via Niche Academy – a new SMSA offering to keep your brain active.