From the Franklin County Public Library District
Holiday Closing: We will be closed on Mon., Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day.
Current Hours: Monday through Friday 1 to 6; Saturday, 1 to 4.
Expanded Services: The Libraries will open for “Grab-&-Go: services on Tues., Sept 8. Call-Ahead services remain in place for those choosing curbside delivery; however, patrons who want to enter the buildings to select books, movies, magazines, etc. may do so. Computers will be available by appointment. Brookville’s study rooms will also be available by appointment. Meeting rooms remain available for use by local governmental agencies. Cushioned seating, toys, and video gaming systems will NOT be available. Social distancing, sanitizing procedures, and mask usage will be implemented.
Contact us: fclibraries.org; Brookville—765.647.4031; Laurel—765.698.2582
Printing, copying, and faxing: We now offer printing services through the Princh app. Download and install the app on your mobile device to send documents to our printers. Payments may be made electronically through the app. Alternately, email documents to documents.fclibraries@gmail.com or drop them off in our dropboxes. Copies are 10 cents per page for black-and-white and 25 cents per page for color copies. Call to schedule a pick-up time.
Return Anything Program: The state has initiated a “Return Anywhere” service that allows K-12 and college students to return their school’s materials to local public libraries. We’re pleased to participate in this program.
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.
New and Noteworthy Children’s Books: Join Mrs. Jennifer on the Franklin County Public Library District’s Facebook page to learn about new and noteworthy children’s books that we have available at the library. This week we will be exploring Mrs. Jennifer’s Favorites from 2019. Wed, Sept. 9, 11 a.m.
StoryWalks®: The Franklin County Public Library District is partnering with the Brookville Town Council and the DNR to provide picture books along trails. At the town park, start at the parking lot near the river, follow the main walking trail, and enjoy a StoryWalk® with your family. This week’s book is Crunch: the Shy Dinosaur. At the Mounds State Rec Area, we offer monthly picture books along the 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.
Harry Potter Virtual Scavenger Hunt: We can virtually send the scavenger hunt papers or they can be picked up curbside at either library. Locate items, email photos to Heather (heather@fclibraries.org), and win prizes. Runs thru Sept 4.
Cook with Books Online: Cook with Books continues every Wednesday at noon.
Pinterest Club Online: Want to get a head start on Christmas supplies? We will be making gift boxes. Actually, you could use these all year round for birthdays, hostess gifts, or just thinking-of-you gifts. Live–Fri, Sept. 4, 12 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.; posted for later viewing.
2020 Census: Have you been counted? The deadline has been extended to September 30. Visit census.gov for more information.
Slide Projector Sought: If you have a carousel slide projector that you no longer need or want, the library is looking for one. Please contact Julie, julie@fclibraries.org, if you have questions or would like to donate a projector.