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Dorothy Hull Library, Windsor Charter Township (Dimondale) closing
by Dorothy Hull Library 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

The Dorothy Hull Library, Windsor Charter Township is closing effective immediately, until at least April 6. Further announcements will be made as information becomes available. Patrons are requested to keep library materials and not attempt to return them until the library reopens. All materials will be automatically renewed. Dorothy Hull Library Windsor Charter Township 405 W Jefferson Dimondale MI 48821 517-646-0633 dimondalelibrary(a)gmail.com windsor-township.ploud.net

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Saranac Clarksville Libraries Closing
by IS Kerry Fountain 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

Good Morning Libraryland: Both locations of the Saranac Clarksville District Library are closing as of today, March 16th for the foreseeable future. We will be open for staff and will begin a drive up pickup service this week! -- Kerry Fountain, Director Saranac Clarksville District Library Saranac 616-642-9146 Clarksville 616-693-1001

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Hartford Library Closing
by EMAIL TEAM 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

Dear Library Patrons, The Hartford Public Library will be closed beginning today, Monday, March 16. We will keep everyone posted when it will be safe to reopen via facebook and web page. Please be safe and practice social distancing during this time of medical emergency. Stephanie DanielsDirector HARTFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 15 Franklin Street Hartford, MI 49057(269)621-3408http://www.hartfordpl.michlibrary.org/

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Employee Pay During COVID-19 Closures
by John Rucker 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

For those libraries that are closing, would any be willing to share what your policies are related to paying staff? Is this like a snow day for you? Does any library have limits to how long staff will be paid? Do any libraries require staff to use leave time for this? I'm gathering information for our board meeting Monday, who hasn't decided yet how they will handle a possible lengthy closing. Thank you for any information you're able to provide. John -- John Rucker, Director Branch District Library 10 E. Chicago St. Coldwater MI 49036 RuckerJ(a)BranchDistrictLibrary.org http://www.BranchDistrictLibrary.org Direct: 517-279-7848 517-278-2341, ext. 115 Fax: 517-278-2342

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A couple work arounds
by Reed, Nyama 15 Mar '20

15 Mar '20

Hello Everyone, Here are a couple work-arounds we're putting out there for patrons. Check your ILL and see if patrons can reset a pin or get a new e-card via online. That will help them use digital resources while you are closed. Also, I plan to leave our wifi on and promote than patrons can sit at the picnic table outside (it's at least in the 50s right now) or in their car at the curbside and use it with their own device. While that only helps those with their own device, I'm hoping it's "better than nothing." ----------------------------------------- Hello Everyone. Here is a post from the Milwaukee County Library System office regarding COVID-19 and digital resources available to you from the comfort of your home regardless of which MKE Co community you live in. http://www.mcfls.org/news-details.asp?ID=269 You just need an active library card and know you pin. Go here is you need to: https://bit.ly/3aTz2mo 1. Reset your pin 2. Pay a fine over $5.01 to unblock your card (fyi, I am working with the system to increase the block level to $1000, so anyone with fines can still use digital resources during this time). 3. To apply for a brand new e-card, if you don't have one or you have an expired one. (since we can't renew traditional cards during this time, this is viable work around) The "new" e-card is only good for 30 days. Have a wonderful day, Nyama Nyama Y. Reed (she / her / hers) Library Director N.Reed(a)WFBLibrary.org 414-755-6551 (direct line) Whitefish Bay Public Library 5420 North Marlborough Drive Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 414-964-4380 (main line) [1578493400719] Our Mission The Whitefish Bay Public Library, as a cornerstone of the community, is dedicated to connecting people of all ages, inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to ideas, information and resources.

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Benzonia Public Library Closing
by Amanda McLaren 15 Mar '20

15 Mar '20

Benzonia Public Library Board of Trustees has made the difficult decision to close the library, effective immediately, as recommended by the Michigan Library Association. The library will be closed until further notice.This decision was not reached lightly. However after careful consideration, the decision was made in the best interest of our community and the recommended need for social distancing. Amanda McLaren Director Benzonia Public Library

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Capital Area District Libraries
by Smiley,Trent 15 Mar '20

15 Mar '20

All CADL branches are closed until Monday, April 6. Trenton M. Smiley Marketing & Communications Director Capital Area District Libraries-Administration 401 S. Capitol Ave., Lansing, MI 48933 517-367-6348 | smileyt(a)cadl.org<mailto:smileyt@cadl.org> www.cadl.org<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.cadl.org&d=DQMFAg&c…> | facebook.com/cadlibrary<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_cadli…> | twitter.com/cadl<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.twitter.com_cadl&d=…>

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Berrien Springs Community Library closed until further notice
by BERRIEN SPRINGS COMMUNITY LIBRARY 15 Mar '20

15 Mar '20

The Berrien Springs Community Library is closed, effective immediately, until further notice, to help stop the spread of the corona virus. Please stay safe everyone! Irene (Jones) Assistant Director Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269.471.7074 269.471.4433 fax www.bsclibrary.org

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Berrien Springs Community Library Closed
by Kristina Knezic 15 Mar '20

15 Mar '20

The Berrien Springs Community Library is closed until further notice. Kristina Knezic, Director Berrien Springs Community Library 215 W. Union St. Berrien Springs, MI 49103 269.471.7074 www.bsclibrary.org

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Howard Miller Library in Zeeland Closing
by Heather Wood-Gramza 15 Mar '20

15 Mar '20

Hi All, Howard Miller Library in Zeeland is closed to the public from Monday, March 16 through Sunday, April 5, 2020. We are still offering curbside holds-pick up service and staff will be available for inquiries via phone, email and social media Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm during this closure. Heather Wood-Gramza Director Howard Miller Library and Community Center 14 S Church St, Zeeland, MI 49464 hwood-gramza(a)cityofzeeland.com 616.748.5901

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