Re-opening Plans and Guidelines in Response to COVID-19

Starting June 1, 2021, the library will be open on a new schedule:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

We are happy to return to normal operating hours and thank you for your patience.  The library will continue to have a reduced maximum occupancy so we can adhere to state guidelines and to allow for physical distancing. If you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19, we ask that you wear a mask while in the library to protect yourself and others.  Keeping distance from others, wearing a mask, and getting vaccinated can help stop the spread of COVID-19.  Nevertheless, please understand that wherever there are people there is an inherent risk of contracting COVID-19. We can only act to reduce risk, not eliminate it. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we adjust to meet the Governor’s Healthy at Work guidelines.

Check out what the library has been doing and the procedures that are in place to ensure your safety!  Re-Opening Plan

We are available by phone or email to answer any library-related questions that you may have. 

Safety Guidelines

• We ask that you do not enter the building if you are sick or have been sick within the last 48 hours.
• High-touch surfaces such as computer keyboards, door handles, and tabletops will be disinfected frequently throughout the day.
• Protective guards are installed at the front desk.
• We encourage you to use hand sanitizer stations upon entering and when leaving our buildings.
• If you have not been vaccinated or have a health concern, please wear a mask while in the library.
• Staff members will be screened before reporting for duty.
• We ask that families stick together when in the buildings. Children should be with an adult at all times.
  
• All toys in our children’s areas have been temporarily removed.

Can I check out items and is it safe?

• The CDC has stated that there is no significant risk of contracting COVID-19 from surfaces.  You can find more information here.

Can I come in to use the library computers?

• A reduced number of desktop computers will be available to allow for social distancing.
• Laptops are available to use while in library for patrons with a library card in good standing.  Please see the front desk for details.

Can I donate used books?

• The library can accept certain donations in accordance with the Collection Development Policy.  Please consider contacting us before bringing in your donations.  The library reserves the right to reject materials that are in poor condition or otherwise unsuitable for our collection.
  

Will library programs be held? 

• The library has restarted holding in-person programs as of April 2021.  To ensure proper distancing, programs may have a limit on participants and you may need to register before attending.  Please see the Program Calendar for a schedule of upcoming programs and events.
  

Can I reserve a room?

• Individuals or family groups may reserve study spaces for personal use.  Organizations of up to 15 people may reserve our meeting room.  Please see the Meeting Spaces page or call us at (502) 255-7362 for more information.

Are you still offering outreach services?

• Customers who are homebound can sign up for items to be delivered to their homes.  Deliveries to assistant centers and nursing homes have been discontinued at this time.  

Will I still be able to print, scan, copy, and fax documents?

• Yes, the library is open and offering our normal printing and related services.
• You can use your computer, smartphone, or tablet to send a printing request from home to the following email:  info@trimblelibrary. In the email, request that the files be printed and state who will pick up the copies.  Emails and any downloaded information are deleted after printing is complete.