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Library to Reopen

The Welles-Turner Memorial Library plans to reopen to the public on Monday, August 3, 2020 with limited hours and services. All users must adhere to current CDC guidelines that include: (1) wearing a face mask that covers the nose and mouth; (2) maintaining a social distance of at least six feet. Services limited to borrowing and picking up holds. Access to Children’s Department by appointment only by calling 860-652-7718. Limited number of public computers available for maximum of one hour per day per user, also by appointment only, by calling Reference at 860-652-7720. Due to social distance requirements, staff will be unavailable for one-on-one assistance; bring a computer-savvy friend or relative if needed. Copy, fax, print and scan service will be available; exact change required. Services that will not be available include access to magazine and newspaper collections, study rooms and meeting rooms. Seating throughout the library will be limited. Return materials in book drop only. Library materials quarantine for three days prior to coming off patron's record. Library hours: Mondays & Fridays Tuesdays & Thursdays Wednesdays 9am-1pm 1pm-5pm 3pm-7pm The library plans to expand operating hours and services as it becomes safe to do so.

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Summer Reading Challenge

Click on links below for information:

Children

• About the Challenge
• Calendar of Events - August
• Check In to Record Progress

Teens

• About the Club
• Register or Login
• More Teen Programs

Adults

• About the Program
• Register or Login
• More Programs for Adults

New! Grab Bag of Books to Go

The Friends of the Library are offering bags of 4-7 books in selected categories for only $5! For more information and to order books, visit the Friends' website at friendswtmlib.org.
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