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Effective September 1st, please note the following temporary changes to our usual library policies and procedures.

Visiting the library:

• Face coverings are required for ages 5 and up.
• The library's main level is limited to a total of 25 patrons at a time. Patrons must check in at the front desk.
• Distanced seating is available and face coverings are required if you are seated – no exceptions.
• Children under age 8 must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times.

Meeting / Study Room Use:

• The Silver Creek and Nash Rooms will be available weekdays until 4 p.m. for socially distanced quiet study for students (middle school and older) and adults.  The Silver Creek Room has tables and chairs in rows and the Nash Room has comfortable chairs around the perimeter of the room.
  • Face coverings are required
  • One person per table/chair
  • Furniture may not be moved
  • Rooms will be monitored.
• The Silver Creek and Nash Rooms will be available for group meetings beginning at 4 p.m. on weekdays and during open hours on weekends, and the Jorgenson Room will be available for meetings during regular library hours. 
  • Maximum capacity is 16 for the Silver Creek Room, 9 for the Nash Room, and 2 for the Jorgenson Room.
  • Groups must maintain social distancing
  • Face coverings are required
  • No food allowed
  • Furniture may not be moved
  • Rooms will be monitored
  • All meeting room reservations must be booked in advance with the library director.
• The digital piano will be available, limit one person in the room at a time or multiple people from the same household, and may be booked with any staff member.
• The free book area located in the lower level lobby will also be open beginning September 1.  People interested in browsing these shelves should check in at the front desk.

Computer use:

• Face coverings are required to use a computer — no exceptions
• Daily time limit is 2 hours
• Limit one person per computer
• Computers are available on a first-come, first-served basis

General conduct:

• Patrons must maintain social distancing (six feet) between staff and other patrons (non-family) at all times.
• Patrons exhibiting signs of illness or who do not feel well are not allowed in the library.
• Please be considerate of others when visiting the library.
• Photocopiers and faxing are available.

Curbside pickup:

• Call-ahead curbside pickup is available for your convenience.
• Call 920-748-6160 and staff will set your items outside.