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BERTOLET LIBRARY Wednesday WhoDunIt There is a Wednesday WhoDunIt book discussion group. Our first hour-long discussion will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26 at the library, 705 Main St. We will meet outside, if weather permits; if not, the discussion will be held, socially-distanced, in the library meeting room. Masks will be required. For the first meeting, bring a bestloved mystery or a book by your favorite mystery-suspense author to share with others, and bring a friend. No registration is necessary. Family Story Time
There are time slots available for Family Story Time. Sign your family up for a private Story Time session with our new Youth Director, Jana Schlukebir. These sessions will be held weekly. Each week will include a story and an art project. Here is what to expect: registration is required to reserve your time slot each week. Register through the Sign Up Genius link on our website, bertoletmemoriallibrary.org or call 815738-2742. Masks will be required for everyone three and older who is medically able to wear one, and when you show up for your session, we will do a quick tem-
perature check. We will be outside when possible or in the back room when the weather requires it. Dress kids in clothes that are appropriate for the weather and that can get messy. There will be two projects for you to choose from, one project per family, a craft project or a painting project. Crafts are perfect for kids 3 and up; painting projects are best for kids 6 and up. A family member 16 years or older is required to assist kids under the age of six with their project.
ance by Jennifer Cohen Juvenile Fiction: Fishing Frankie by Shelley Swanson Sateren; Caterpillar Summer by Gillian McDunn Children’s Fiction: The Unbudgeable Curmudgeon by Matthew Burgess DVDs: I Still Believe; The Call of the Wild
New Releases Young Adult Fiction: Dangerous Alli-
Recycling We are still collecting soft plastics for recycling. Bring in clean, dry bread, cereal, zip top, and grocery store bags. We also accept outer package wrap from items such as paper towels and multipack items.
als. Everyone over the age of 2 must wear a mask. Please call the library for more information or if you have any questions.
loans have resumed so you may also request items from other libraries. Due to quarantine policies, delivery may take longer than usual. Please call, Facebook message, or email us at forrestonpubliclibrary@gmail.com for assistance or if you have any questions. eBooks-WiFi
As always, you may still enjoy eBooks through Axis 360 and Biblioboard. If you would like more information on creating an account, please let us know and we’ll be happy to help you get set up. You may also access the internet outside the library by connecting to our WiFi. No password is required.
FORRESTON LIBRARY Library Closure and Appointments While the library is still closed, anyone needing to send a fax, make copies, or use a computer for taxes, employment, etc. may call the library and schedule an appointment to come in. Also, you may call or message us to schedule a time to come in to browse and check out materi-
Curbside Pickup We will continue to offer curbside pickup. Pick up times will be scheduled when you place a request. Interlibrary
POLO LIBRARY Library Information Polo Library is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, and closed Sunday. The library building is open for patrons to come in, browse, and check out items. We will continue to have curbside delivery available if you prefer to not enter the building or are unable to wear a mask. To place an order call 815-946-2713, email library@pololibrary.org or go through your PrairieCat-Encore account. Masks are required for patrons to come into the library. We have disposable masks available to purchase for $1 if you don’t have a mask. We have two computers available for patron use that are over 6 feet away from each other and are cleaned between uses. There is a one hour time limit for the use of either computer. If you’d like to make sure there is a computer available, please call 815-946-2713 to reserve a computer. You can also fax, copy and print as needed. We ask that you continue to return items, as you are done with them,
MT. MORRIS LIBRARY through the book drop that will continue to be open 24-7. After items are returned, they will still appear on your account while they are quarantined, then they will be checked back in and backdated to when they were returned. We are a fine-free library, so you do not need to worry about accruing fines during the quarantine period. Outdoor Concert Series, Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers, Sept. 12, 6 p.m. Polo Library Pavilion Classic country music will be played. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. You may bring a picnic to eat while you enjoy the music. There is plenty of room to practice safe social distancing. Online Story Time w/ Ms. Phyllis: At 10:30 a.m. every Saturday in August, Ms. Phyllis will be reading a picture book on Polo Library’s Facebook page. Swing by the library to grab a bag of supplies so your kiddo can do a small craft that goes along with each story! One bag has the supplies for the whole month. Library Closed for Labor Day -
Monday, Sept. 7 We will be open Saturday, Sept. 5 and Tuesday, Sept. 8. Coffee with a Cop - 10:30 a.m. Sept. 9 Weather Permitting Library Pavilion Join us for an outdoor, socially distant Coffee with a Cop. If the weather is questionable, call 815-946-2713 before leaving home to check on the status of this program. A Note on Donations Due to the need to quarantine items before they can be checked in and put back in their place, we regretfully do not have the space to receive donated items at this time. Online Resources Download Axis 360, OMNI/Overdrive, Libby, and Biblioboard for books and audiobooks. Links to these resources are available at pololibrary. org. Wi-Fi Access Wi-Fi is available outside of the library building by joining the Polo Public Library Guest Access network, password not needed.
Curbside Pickup Curbside pickup will be from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday. Please note that hours are subject to change based on demand and public health. We will notify changes as they come. Inter library loans are available. Mt. Morris patrons can place holds through the catalog or by calling or emailing. Update your contact information if needed. Library staff is quarantining all returned items for a period of time. Recently returned materials may remain on your account longer than usual. When checked in, library staff will backdate materials. No overdue fines will be charged. For new library cards, patrons can call or email the library to renew or receive new library cards at 815-7344927 or mmlib@mtmorris-il.org. Browsing by Appointment This is what everyone has been waiting for! We are now taking appointments for people to come into the library to choose books. Be aware that there are rules and limits. Contact the library to make an appointment. Please follow the guidelines. You will be required to wear a mask and use hand sanitizer upon entering the building. Children will not be allowed in the library unaccompanied. Consideration will be given to special circumstances, but you must contact the library to discuss See MT. MORRIS LIBRARY, Page 11
