OSWEGO COUNTY LIBRARIES SUMMER READING PASSPORT

Adults and children are invited to participate in a unique program this summer. Stop in at one of the county libraries and pick up your Summer Reading Passport. Bring your passport to any 5 Oswego County Libraries during the summer to get stamped. This program begins on July 1 and concludes on September 3, 2021. Turn your passport in by September 3 at any Oswego County Library to be eligible in a prize drawing. Prizes include a Kindle Fire 7 Tablet, a $25 VISA card and a $25 Walmart gift card.

LIBRARY NOW OPEN FOR COMPUTER USE AND BROWSING

Patrons may now browse the shelves when following COVID protocols. Computer use is also allowed but it is recommended that an appointment be made prior to coming into the library.

Library hours are as follows:

Monday and Thursday - 10-6 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday - 10-4

Our Notary is available Monday, Wednesday, Friday, alternating Tuesdays, Thursday 10-2, and alternating Saturdays. Please call ahead to see if Notary services are available as schedules change.

SUMMER BOOK BAG PROGRAM

Summer Reading Book Bags - Children ages 1-12 are invited to sign up to receive a Summer Fun Bag which will include books and activities to encourage children to keep reading over the summer. Sign-up is taking place at the library from June 7-18. The Book Bags may be picked up from June 28-July 3. Everyone participating will be entered into a prize drawing to be held on July 5.

LIMITED LIBRARY OPENING TO BEGIN MAY 3

Beginning on Monday, May 3, the library will open to the public for browsing. This will be on a limited basis with Covid-19 protocols in place. Three people or family groups may browse at one time but must wear a mask, gloves, sign in and maintain a 6 foot distance from others. Meetings, use of seating and prolonged visitations are still not permitted at this time. Our Grab-and-Go option remains available for those who do not feel comfortable entering the stacks. Welcome back!

CHILDREN'S BOOK WEEK IS MAY 3-9

To help celebrate Children's Book Week the library is inviting parents and grandparents to sign up their children to receive a fun Book Bag containing a free book, a snack and activities to enjoy. Sign-up to receive a bag will take place through Saturday, May 1 and may be done by visiting the library or calling 315-668-6104. Bags may be picked up anytime May 3-8. Share the joy of reading!

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING APRIL 13

The Central Square Library Board of Trustees will meet on Tuesday, April 13. Anyone wishing to attend may call 315-668-6104 for the location and time of the meeting. The number of people attending must be known so proper spacing accomodations may be met.

CHANGES TO HOURS AND OPTIONS

Effective immediately, library hours are:

Monday and Thursday - 10-6

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday - 10-4

Sunday - Closed

Beginning April 5, we will be opening one computer station for 30 minute usage per person, with time allowed between sessions for disinfecting. Appointments may be made in advance. Grab and Go services

remain available and requests may be made by phone, email or in person.

SPECIAL TREAT FOR LIBRARY FAMILIES

Families are invited to call the library and register to receive one HOLIDAY FUN BAG per child. Each bag will contain a craft, book, game and snack treat. Bags may be picked up at the library during the week of March 29-April 3. To receive a bag you MUST register by calling the library at 315-668-6104 prior to March 29.