LIBRARY UPDATES

Library Re-Opening to Patrons by Appointment starting July 15th We will begin welcoming patrons into the library building starting  Wednesday, July 15 , but with limited capacity, hours, and services. Patrons can call us at (847) 526-6225 to make 30 minute appointments to browse for materials in the building. Please note this could change depending on state guidelines and COVID-19 statistics in our area.

SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY

We require: All patrons age 2 and up need to wear a face covering All patrons must observe social distancing guidelines All patrons must adhere to the Library's COVID-19 Public Safety Policy Some changes to the building: Due to limited capacity and appointment times we have removed soft seating To minimize exposure there will be no eating or drinking in the Library Patrons ages 13 and younger must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or a sibling charged with their care aged 18 or older

Available Library Services

Library Open by Appointment (call to schedule an appointment) Grab and Go service for pickup at the front entrance for residents and reciprocal borrowers You can schedule your own Grab & Go appointment with myLibro On-site materials return Virtual Programming Online remote access to databases Virtual Summer Reading Program Library Card registration and renewals at Checkout

Services Not Yet Available

Public computer use Printing, copying, faxing, and scanning services Interactive features in Kid City On-site programs Use of meeting and study rooms Studying or tutoring

Programs and Services

Libby, the Overdrive app Borrow ebooks and eaudiobooks through two collections, Digital Library of Illinois and Wauconda Area Library. Find out how to add both collections to the app online.

Hoopla Borrow ebooks, eaudiobooks, movies, tv shows, comics, and music with one easy click. All titles are available instantly.

Kanopy Borrow documentaries, feature films, series, and children's programming online. Browse their full library online.

Upcoming Virtual Events 7/16 Concert at Home with Sarah Marie Young 7/20 Virtual Nonfiction Book Club 7/21 Family Disney Trivia 7/22 The Lazy Gardener 7/23 Teen Disney Trivia 7/30 Virtual Fiction Book Club

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