/library/taxonomy/term/1624/all en /library/channels/news/foundation-repair-around-redpath-hall-mctavish-wing-redpath-library-building-begins-july-2nd-357813 <p><em>La version française suit.</em></p> <p>From the week of July 2nd through fall 2024, foundation repair will take place on Redpath Hall & the McTavish wing of Redpath Library Building</p> <p>The project consists of the first two lots (Lot 1, Foundation Repair, and Lot 2, Roof Repair) of the Redpath Library, McTavish Wing, building envelope rehabilitation project.</p> <p><b>Construction start & end dates: </b></p> Wed, 26 Jun 2024 17:40:14 +0000 lauren.goldman2@mcgill.ca 11166 at /library /library/channels/news/excavation-work-around-redpath-hall-mctavish-wing-redpath-library-building-begins-june-3-357507 <p><em>La version française suit.</em></p> <p>During the week of June 3, 2024, standard archeological and soil investigations will be conducted along McTavish Street around Redpath Hall and the McTavish Wing of the Redpath Library Building to assess the building envelope. Redpath Hall and the Redpath Library Building are part of a designated heritage site. Standard protocol requires that UUÖ±²¥ conduct excavation work before starting any construction projects.</p> <p>The exploratory investigations will be done in two phases:</p> Thu, 30 May 2024 22:10:36 +0000 merika.ramundo@mcgill.ca 11159 at /library /library/channels/news/exploratory-work-redpath-library-building-may-28-31-357450 <p><i>La version française suit.</i></p> <p>Exploratory work will be carried out on the Redpath Library Building (McTavish side) from May 28 to May 31, 2024. The work will be related to upcoming foundation, windows, and roofing projects, and will be carried out in enclosures to control any dust, in accordance with Quebec CNESST regulations and cautionary asbestos conditions. There may be noise disruptions as a result.</p> <p>We encourage you to study in the McLennan Library Building or <a href="/library/branches">another UUÖ±²¥ library location</a> during this time.</p> Mon, 27 May 2024 18:39:34 +0000 lauren.goldman2@mcgill.ca 11158 at /library /library/channels/news/passageway-temporarily-blocked-mctavish-mclennan-redpath-terrace-hvac-work-april-22-356884 <p>Please note that<b> </b>the exterior passageway between McTavish and the McLennan-Redpath Terrace will be blocked off for work on HVAC units on Monday, April 22.</p> <p>During this period, the McLennan-Redpath Complex will be open its usual <b><a href="/library/branches/hssl">hours</a></b>. For access to the Complex from McTavish, please enter further up the street, near Morrice Hall.</p> <p>We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.</p> Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:31:24 +0000 lauren.goldman2@mcgill.ca 11142 at /library /library/channels/news/july-20-octagon-room-will-be-closed-until-further-notice-due-construction-349140 <p><strong>Update August 10, 2023: <a href="/library/node/11040/">The Octagon Room in the Islamic Studies Library will reopen August 11</a></strong></p> <hr /> <p>Please take note that the Octagon Room in the <a href="/library/branches/islamic">Islamic Studies Library</a> will be closed until further notice as of Thursday, July 20, 2023.</p> <p>The room has been undergoing <a href="/library/node/11005/">intermittent renovations</a> since June.</p> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 17:59:00 +0000 lauren.goldman2@mcgill.ca 11035 at /library /library/channels/news/octagon-room-islamic-studies-library-will-reopen-august-11-349538 <p>Please take note that the Octagon Room in the <a href="/library/branches/islamic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Islamic Studies Library</a> will reopen on Friday, August 11. <a href="/library/channels/news/july-20-octagon-room-will-be-closed-until-further-notice-due-construction-349140" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="/library/channels/news/july-20-octagon-room-will-be-closed-until-further-notice-due-construction-349140">It has been closed due to construction since July 20</a>.</p> Thu, 10 Aug 2023 16:39:02 +0000 lauren.goldman2@mcgill.ca 11040 at /library /library/channels/news/octagon-room-will-be-closed-intermittently-renovations-348674 <p>The Octagon Room in the <a href="/library/branches/islamic">Islamic Studies Library</a> will be undergoing intermittent renovations over the next six months and will be closed during those periods. We will let the UUÖ±²¥ community know each time.</p> <p>During those periods, the rest of the branch will be open regular hours. Thank you for your understanding.</p> <p>Discover all Library branch hours <b><a href="/library/services/hours">here</a></b>.</p> Fri, 09 Jun 2023 16:55:07 +0000 lauren.goldman2@mcgill.ca 11005 at /library /library/channels/news/city-work-mctavish-between-sherbrooke-and-dr-penfield-november-8-10-inclusive-334627 <p>Contractors for the City of Montreal will be working on modifications to the east sidewalk on McTavish Street (between Sherbrooke and Dr. Penfield) from Monday, November 8 to Wednesday, November 10 inclusive. A security perimeter will be installed to ensure the safety of pedestrians.</p> <p>Please note:</p> <p>- The work will be divided into 3 sections, beginning with the portion closest to Dr. Penfield which is scheduled for Monday, November 8.</p> Mon, 08 Nov 2021 14:38:32 +0000 merika.ramundo@mcgill.ca 10633 at /library /library/channels/news/schulich-library-status-update-2-collections-services-staff-relocation-information-new-study-spaces-298303 <p><u><b>Background</b></u><b> |</b> The Schulich Library of Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Engineering is closed temporarily for renovations for two years as of May 15, 2019. When the construction work is completed, the Schulich Library will feature: more study and workspaces, improved accessibility, restored exterior masonry, a new HVAC system, and an expanded number of washrooms.</p> Tue, 09 Jul 2019 17:15:22 +0000 merika.ramundo@mcgill.ca 9967 at /library /library/channels/news/schulich-library-update-collection-services-staff-relocation-information-296970 <p><b>Background:</b> The Macdonald-Stewart Library Building that houses the Schulich Library of Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Engineering will undergo significant structural repairs and major internal upgrades over the next two years, beginning May 15, 2019. <strong>As a result, Schulich Library is now closed temporarily.</strong> Collections, services and staff will be relocated to the Humanities and Social Sciences Library for the duration of the renovation.</p> Tue, 07 May 2019 20:18:58 +0000 merika.ramundo@mcgill.ca 9927 at /library /library/channels/news/macdonald-campus-library-roof-repair-summer-2018-287896 <p><span>The <a href="/library/branches/macdonald">Macdonald Campus Library</a> is undergoing roof repairs that began in early June of 2018. </span></p> <p><span>The Library will be open but there will likely be additional noise. We have earplugs on hand at the service desk should you need them. The windows must remain closed as there will be dust and debris in the surrounding air.</span></p> <p>We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.</p> Wed, 27 Jun 2018 21:22:33 +0000 lauren.goldman2@mcgill.ca 9451 at /library /library/channels/news/update-hold-hvac-system-renovations-schulich-library-physical-sciences-life-sciences-and-engineering-269893 <p><strong>Update - October 5, 2017</strong></p> <p>This project has been postponed for the time being. More information to come. </p> Tue, 29 Aug 2017 16:28:36 +0000 merika.ramundo@mcgill.ca 9177 at /library /library/channels/news/entrance-mclennan-library-building-temporarily-closed-repairs-268648 <p><em><strong>Update, June 21: </strong>Repairs have been completed and the McLennan doors are now open again. Please use the main entrance of McLennan to enter the Humanities and Social Sciences Library. (Please note: the temporary access via the Redpath doors is no longer available and the alarm will sound if the emergency exits there are opened.)</em></p> Fri, 16 Jun 2017 00:58:35 +0000 merika.ramundo@mcgill.ca 9106 at /library /library/channels/news/education-curriculum-resources-centre-temporarily-closed-renovations-august-5-27-268639 <p>The two heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in the Education Building will be replaced this summer. As a result of this renovation work, the <a href="/library/branches/education">Education Curriculum Resources Centre</a> will temporarily close from Saturday, August 5 to Sunday, August 27. During this time, the collection will be unavailable. The last day to submit hold requests will be Wednesday, July 19.</p> Thu, 15 Jun 2017 17:40:06 +0000 merika.ramundo@mcgill.ca 9104 at /library /library/channels/news/water-shutdown-mclennan-library-building-march-2-3-10pm-7am-266652 <p>Please be advised that there will be a City of Montreal water shutdown at the McLennan Library Building on Thursday, March 2 and Friday March 3.  The shutdown will occur on both evenings from 10:00pm until 7:00am and will affect the entire building.</p> <p><span>This shutdown is necessary for the City of Montreal to replace a major water valve on Sherbrooke Street.</span></p> <p><span>During this time, please use the washrooms located in the Redpath Library Building.</span></p> <p>We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you.</p> Mon, 27 Feb 2017 20:52:38 +0000 merika.ramundo@mcgill.ca 9002 at /library