Stay Home & Stay Connected - Living Wisely in Uncertain Times, 3/31 at 7:00 PM

To learn about Monterey facility closures, FAQs, grocery stores providing exclusive shopping hours for at-risk individuals, and restaurants currently providing to-go food, visit www.monterey.org/coronavirus

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Dear Monterey Public Library Community,

As a precautionary measure against the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) the Library closed its doors on March 13. Your well-being is our priority, and we honor the need for physical distancing. We encourage you to stay home, and we want to stay connected. We remain committed to providing you with reliable information, learning opportunities, and resources that inspire, delight, and educate all.

To stay connected in these uncertain times, and guide you to trusted information and online resources, we offer:

Operation Outreach: This is a citywide effort to support our residents, especially

the most vulnerable populations. Library staff are available by telephone and email

to ease worries, answer questions, and help find the services you need. Call 831-

646-3933 or email refdesk@monterey.org, M-F 8 – 5 and Sa 10-6.

Digital Resources: There are a host of digital resources available to you with your

library card 24/7. If you don’t have a card or have misplaced it, you can apply online

and we will mail a card to you.

Through our website you can:

Listen to an audiobook, check out an ebook, or listen to some music
Watch a movie or TV show
Read The New York Times
Research your family history using Ancestry.com (for a limited time)
Search Historical Monterey Newspapers from 1846-1964 (no card required)
Get live Homework Help in English or Spanish
Learn a language with Transparent Language Online Language Learning
Receive resume/cover letter writing, and U.S. citizenship test preparation assistance
And much more

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about library services and your account. Please scroll down to review the FAQs.

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For Your Health & Well-Being

Free Coronavirus eVisits : If you have mild respiratory symptoms including flu, hay fever/allergies, COVID-19 (coronavirus), consider using a free eVisit – Montage Health’s fast, online virtual care option - from the comfort of your home.

Tips for Self-Care : Monterey County Health Department provides tips for self-care to address symptoms of anxiety, depression, and maintaining mental health. English version / Version en Español

Protect Yourself & Your Loved Ones: We are in this together. The best way to help reduce the spread of the virus and the risk of becoming infected is to stay home and practice the California Department of Health's guidelines :

Wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. If surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.
Avoid touching your face, eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your elbow.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Virtual Library Programs! We are currently working on providing you with virtual programming. Please share your interests by taking this Virtual Programming Survey .

Living Wisely in Uncertain Times

Join Dr. Bob Stahl for a guided mindfulness practice and talk on ways we can live with greater wisdom in these uncertain times. He will teach specific skills in learning to stay present and to connect with your body, mind, and heart. As our current circumstances are inviting us to create more physical distance, this online program is an opportunity to stay connected with one another.

There will be an opportunity for community questions & answers with Bob following the talk.

Tuesday, March 31

7:00 - 8:30 pm

This program takes place on Zoom. Dial-in phone option available.

Zoom is an online meeting platform that allows participants to join via computer, tablet, or smartphone without downloading software or an app, or you may join via telephone.

Yoga with Gina & Buddy

Beginning in April, join yoga instructor Gina Puccinelli for weekly Chair Yoga on Thursdays at 2:00 pm and Mindful Yoga on Fridays at 8:00 am. Both programs take place on Zoom and participants may choose to call-in only. Register at www.monterey.org/library/events

Teen Programs

Join Teen Librarian Eboni on Instagram, Tuesdays and Fridays, to discuss books and what you're watching. She'll recommend a new teen book or series available online. Teens are encouraged to participate in the comment section. Learn more at www.monterey.org/teens Instagram: monterey.public.library.teens

Children's Programs

Watch new StoryTimes on YouTube from our children's librarian.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long will the Library building be closed?

The Shelter-in-Place Order issued by the Monterey County Public Health Officer went into effect on Tuesday, March 17. We will continue to assess the situation and reopen once the order is lifted.

Returns: We encourage you to keep books and materials at home until we reopen. Our reopen date has not been determined.

Due Dates: Loan periods for Monterey and Pacific Grove Public Library material have been extended to May 30, 2020.

Holds: We will continue to hold materials for you, and your hold will not expire while we are closed.

Fines: Monterey and Pacific Grove Public Library are not charging overdue fines during the closure.

Library Cards: If you don’t have a card or have misplaced it, you can apply online and we will mail you one. If you have a card and forgot your PIN, you can reset it by visiting My Account . If the card was set to expire, the expiration date has been extended.

Need help navigating virtual services like Facebook Live, Zoom and more? Have a reference question, or a question about other City services?

Library staff are here to help. Call 831-646-3933 or email refdesk@monterey.org , Monday - Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.