Westerlo Library Notes for Thursday, May 21, 2020

On Monday, May 25, the Westerlo Public Library will have a special board of trustees Meeting at 7 p.m. Please join this meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone at https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/428149957.

You can also dial in using your phone — United States: +1 (571) 317-3116, access code: 428-149-957.

I want to take this opportunity to thank the staff for its support and continued efforts during the closure of the library building. There has been a lot going on behind the scenes to keep the virtual library running and to prepare for a new way of doing library work when we reopen the building.

Since our “closing” we have begun to offer Hoopla, added an Instagram account, added a newsletter, have given out over 100 activity packets for kids, and donated books to people through the meal-delivery service run by the Hilltowns Community Resource Center.

You have seen some of the videos that Lee and I have posted, which have included virtual egg hunts, kitchen science, and story times. We will continue to have these types of virtual programs and will be adding more.

We have spent a lot of time planning for the Summer Reading Program. We had to think outside of the box for some of our activities while keeping social distancing in mind. We’ve got some fun, new activities planned for the Summer Reading Program this year.

As we prepare to slowly and safely offer more services to the public, the staff and your safety is always my first concern. The staff and I continue to add safe ways to serve you during the closure due to COVID-19.

This week, we will have Technology Call-In Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. Amy will be available for you to call in to the library with any technology questions including how to use Hoopla and OverDrive and how to download digital materials.

The library’s phone number is 518-797-3415. On Tuesday, May 26, I will be available from 10 to 11:30 a.m. to take your reference questions at the library’s phone number: 518-797-3415.

Thank you again for your cooperation and understanding. We will get through this together.

For more information, visit westerlolibrary.org or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/westerlolibrary.