Covid-19 Surge and programming updates

Librarian's Corner

Batter up!

With the current upswing in the coronavirus pandemic, we have been thrown a few curve-balls and must make a few changes to this month's and future programming; however, it is still our aim to hit the ball out of the park and create a wonderful experience for you at the Loomis Library and Community Learning Center.

As always, the health and safety of our patrons, staff, and community are our first priority. We are continuing our efforts to ensure that books are

cleaned, surfaces are routinely sanitized, and that masks and hand sanitizer are available to everyone. High contact items such as Lego, trains, and puzzles have been put away and will return when the current surge begins to decline. The goal is for us to be able to keep our doors open and be available to you.

We're all connected through our actions and our commitments to one another. By following public health best practices, we hope to keep ourselves and our community safe.

Wishing you health and wellness,

~ Sarah Comstock

Community Engagement Librarian

January Events

Due to the current upswing in the coronavirus, the following events have been postponed or cancelled:

Events in January:

Friday Story-time: Cancelled
January 22nd: Origami for Beginners: Cancelled
January 28th - 29th: Friends of the Library Book Sale: Cancelled

Events in February:

All in-person "Month of Remembrance" programs honoring the 80th anniversary of the Japanese internment are being rescheduled for later this spring. The historical society will continue to post historical remembrances via Facebook "Throwback Thursday" posts on and take-home copies will be available at the library.

Weekly Suggestions Based on Theme

MLK & Social Justice

January 18th - January 22nd, 2022

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we have assembled a collection of books to highlight the ongoing struggle for social justice and why it is important to do your civic duty and participate in our democracy.

Science Fiction

January 28th - February 1st, 2022

Prep the warp drive, set your phasers to stun, and hitchhike a ride to your library! Our focus this week will be the incredible worlds of science fiction. Explore all the futures―both good and bad―that can be imagined.

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