Bibliothèque de La Petite-Patrie

Last updated December 10, 2024
Opened today
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Address
6707 avenue De Lorimier
Montréal, QC H2G 2P8

The La Petite-Patrie library building, featuring art deco architecture, was built in 1931. It was originally intended to house a theatre, a police station and a fire station. Today, the library shares the same address as the Maison de la Culture (arts centre).

Services

Description

Registration

To register for an activity, go to the calendar.  

Plumes de RosePatrie 

In an effort to showcase the talent of residents of Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie borough, the library is rolling out the Plumes de RosePatrie collection. For details and to participate in this new project,  go to the project page (in French). 

Space

The Maison de la culture de Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie is located on the ground floor of the building. 

The youth section of the library is on the first floor and the adult section is on the second floor. You can use the central staircase or the elevator to move between the different sections.

On the wall of the stairwell connecting the youth section to the adult section, you can admire a mural completed in December 2022 by local artist Thaïla Khampo

Information 

  • Adults can reserve computer stations by phone (514-872-1733) or in person.
  • A black and white and color printer and photocopier will be available at your own expense. Printing is available in letter, legal and tabloid formats. The price of a letter-sized black and white copy is 0.10$.   
  • Scanning to a USB key is free of charge. 
  • Tables for individual work and relaxation areas are available on a drop-in basis 
  • Free Wi-Fi is also available. 
  • Materials in the collection are mainly in French, and include books in small and large print, audio books, movies, CDs, board games and video games. 

Special features

  • A digital piano is available on the adult floor. You can use it any time.
  • Adults can also borrow musical instruments.
  • The Grainothèque (in French) is a seed library. Drop off and take home flower, fruit, herb and vegetable seeds.
  • La Petite-Patrie is also the only library to offer loans of canning equipment. Learn how to preserve your own food.

Accessibility

  • The library has documents in adapted formats, including books in large print, in digital EPUB or MP3 format and DVDs with audio description or subtitles;
    Wheelchair loan on site;
  • Different types of equipment may be used at the library, such as a screen magnifier, digital magnifier, Zoomtext keyboard with clearly marked keys, the Zoomtext software to enhance text on computers and the Jaws software to read out loud what appears on screen. 
  • A DAISY reader to listen to Daisy format digital audio books can also be borrowed for 3 weeks. 
  • A reserved parking space for persons with reduced mobility is available on Avenue De Lorimier (except between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on weekdays).
  • Presence of 2 children's bike desks;
  • Each floor has two individual, accessible and mixed toilets.

Payment methods

  • Cash
  • Debit card
  • MasterCard and Visa credit cards ($5,000 limit per day)

Accessibility

  • Access ramp
  • Drop-off zone
  • Elevator
  • Gender-inclusive washrooms
  • Individual accessible washroom
  • Push button at building entrance
  • Reserved parking spaces (permit)
  • Stroller-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bike stand
  • Drinking fountain
  • Free menstrual products
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Washroom

Directions

Bibliothèque de La Petite-Patrie
6707 avenue De Lorimier
Montréal, QC H2G 2P8
514-872-1733
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Opening hours

Regular schedule
September 14 to June 5
  • Monday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday
    1:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Thursday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Friday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Saturday
    10:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Sunday
    10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Regular summer schedule
June 6 to September 13
  • Monday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Thursday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Friday
    10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Saturday
    10:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Sunday
    10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Holidays and schedule exceptions
  • Christmas and New Year's Day
    Tuesday, Dec 24 - Closed
    Wednesday, Dec 25 - Closed
    Thursday, Dec 26 - Closed
    27 to Dec 30 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
    Tuesday, Dec 31 - Closed
    Wednesday, Jan 1 - Closed
    Thursday, Jan 2 - Closed