Summer reading programs will be virtual this year, including our favorite, PJ Storytime. Hover over the ‘Events’ tab to select ‘Adult Programs’ and ‘Children’s Programs’ for updated information.
Our book drop is OPEN.
Items may remain on your account for several days after you return them to the library, but no overdue fees will accrue. Current recommended safety protocols at our library include quarantining returned items for a set number of days. Items will be checked in by library staff once the quarantine period has passed.Thank you for your patience and understanding while we navigate this unprecedented situation and begin to resume services in our community in a manner that is safe to all. We are currently making plans for curbside pickups to begin soon, following phase four, Reopen NY guidelines.
All library materials have been renewed until September 30.
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Items may remain on your account for several days after you return them to the library, but no overdue fees will accrue.
Current recommended safety protocols at our library include quarantining returned items for a set number of days. Items will be checked in by library staff once the quarantine period has passed.
Thank you for your patience and understanding while we navigate this unprecedented situation and begin to resume services in our community in a manner that is safe to all. We are currently making plans for curbside pickups to begin soon, following phase four, Reopen NY guidelines.
Many patrons have reached out to ask when the Marion Public Library will reopen. Libraries are part of the NYS Department of Education and are currently in Phase 4.
Library staff and the Board of Trustees are working hard to ensure that we have needed supplies, policies, and guidelines in place to reopen safely. Target dates are dependent on the curve and case numbers in phases 1-3. Our reopening is projected to be late June to early July. Services will be limited with social distancing in place. Please continue to check our website for updates.
We miss you! Please stay healthy, follow the guidelines from Wayne County Department of Health, and keep flattening that curve.
The Library book drop is closed. Patrons are encouraged to keep their library items at home until normal library operations resume. The due dates on library materials have been extended to June 30, 2020. If necessary, this date will be pushed back so no fines accrue due to library closures.
With concern for the health of patrons, staff, and the greater community, the library will be closed until further notice in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision to reopen and resume delivery services will be made with guidance from local and state government agencies.
We would like to provide an update on services: We will not be available to take phone calls personally, but will periodically check voicemails. We promise to continue to be there for you through our online outlets such as Facebook and our website, www.marionlib.org.
OWWL library cardholders have access to many online resources including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines through Overdrive; language learning with Mango Languages; databases, journals, and periodicals for students and adults through NOVELNY; genealogy research with Ancestry.com; and local history research with New York Heritage Collections and NYS Historic Newspapers. For more information or to access these services visit www.owwl.org.
The Pioneer Library System (PLS) has increased access to digital resources. If you don’t have an OWWL library card and live in our service area, you can now register for a digital card. Visit https://owwl.overdrive.com/ for more information.
Many of our system member libraries have started to provide virtual programming and storytimes using Facebook, YouTube, and Zoom. Visit their individual social media pages and websites for more information. Additionally, PLS and the Marion Library are using social media to push out information related to health, technology, education, social services, and our local communities.
If there are questions please contact MarionLibraryDirector@owwl.org
It is important that we come together as a community to take the necessary precautions to assist in controlling the spread of COVID-19. On behalf of staff and the board of trustees, we hope those reading this are able to maintain their safety and health from this virus, and pray this passes quickly by so that we can all be together again soon. Be well, friends.
We thank everyone for their patience and understanding as we respond to and evaluate rapidly growing COVID-19 concerns. To read more about COVID-19, please visit the Wayne County Health Department or the New York State Department of Health.
This page will be used as the resource for users who wish to know what steps the Library is taking in light of COVID-19.
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