Franklin County Public Library District going to pre-COVID hours Monday, April 5

From the desk of FCPLD Director Susan Knight

Current Hours: Monday through Thursday 1:00 to 8:00, Friday 1:00 to 6:00, and Saturday 1:00 to 4:00.

Expanded Hours: On Monday, April 5^th, we will return to our pre-COVID hours: M-R 9:00-8:00, F 9:00-6:00, and SAT 9:00-3:00.

Expanded Services: The Libraries are open for “Grab-&-Go: services. Patrons may enter the buildings to select books, movies, magazines, etc. Computers are available by appointment. Brookville’s study rooms are available by appointment. Cushioned seating, toys, and video gaming systems will NOT be available. Social distancing, sanitizing procedures, and mask usage are in effect. Call-Ahead services remain in place for those choosing curbside delivery.

Meeting Rooms: We’re expanding usage to non-governmental entities who have health plans (including masks and social distancing restrictions) in place. Room capacity is reduced. Laurel’s meeting room accommodates 6, Brookville’s flex room holds 10, and Brookville’s large meeting room seats 20. Call to make reservations.

Contact us: fclibraries.org; Brookville—765.647.4031; Laurel—765.698.2582

24/7 WIFI: Please feel free to utilize the WIFI provided 24/7 in our parking lots in Brookville and Laurel. Just drive in and work from your car.

Library Catalog App: Evergreen Indiana, of which the Franklin County Public Library District is a part, recently announced the release of a dedicated mobile app for both Android and iOS devices. Library cardholders may search the Evergreen Indiana catalog and manage their accounts from their phone or tablet.

Totspot Storytime: Alta Profitt is generously sharing her talent and experience in a new way—virtually. Sessions include a story, a craft, and, as Mrs. Profitt’s fans know, life lessons are sprinkled throughout.

StoryWalks®: The StoryWalk® continues at the Mounds State Rec Area’s Wildlife Wander Trail. The trail is .75 miles long and is perfect for families of all ages. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-HubbardLibrary. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Take-and-Make Crafts: Stop and pick up a take-and-make craft kit. Available at both libraries, at Brookville, they are located by the Children’s area. Available until gone.

Tax Forms: The State of Indiana is providing one tax booklet per public library. Our copies (one at Brookville and one at Laurel) are available for use in the libraries. Copies or printouts from online tax resources cost 5¢ per page—half our normal rate.

Binge Boxes: “Binge boxes” consist of DVD collections and/or DVD and book collections gathered around a theme or author. Our curated collections are now available.

Digital Books, Audiobooks, & eMagaziness: Want free access? Download Overdrive’s new app, Libby, to your Android, iOS, or Windows 10 device, enter your library card account info and access any of these formats. If you need assistance, please contact either library.

One Man’s Trash: If you come across no-longer-wanted photos, letters, papers, or mementos as you clean and tidy, please consider giving those items to our Genealogy department. Such donations have solved several mysteries and have contributed valuable information to recent library publications. Please contact Julie: 765-647-4031.

Wowbrary: Visit our website to sign up to receive weekly emails featuring our new books, DVDs, and ebooks.

Library Basics: Need to make copies or send a fax? We can help. Black & white copies are 10¢ per side, color copies are 25¢ per side. Online tax forms print at half the copy rate. Faxes are 50¢ per page. Lamination costs $1.00 per running foot or 75¢ per sheet/pouch.

Fine Free: Although patrons are financially responsible for lost items, we no longer charge late fees for our items. Did you know you can receive text alerts or email notifications about items ready for pickup? Staff can set this up for you at your request.