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To mask or not to mask
Following CDC guidelines, we no longer require that patrons wear masks when visiting the Library. We are, however, still recommending masks as many of our patrons (the elderly and immunocompromised for example) remain vulnerable. Masks are not just to prevent you from catching Covid, they also help prevent you from spreading Covid to others. The Library, like all heavily trafficked public places, has the potential to be a vector for spreading the virus. So when you come visit us, please consider wearing a mask to protect your neighbors. Don’t forget to pick up your free test kit, too.Read More Read More
Five Towns: One Book – 2022
Continuing the conversation we began last year with Isabel Wilkerson’s Caste, CURE is again holding a series of moderated discussions hosted by local libraries culminating with a talk by the author herself. This year, the book is the New York Times bestseller, The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGee. You can place a hold on the book via the catalog or you can download it immediately from Libby/Overdrive. Author Heather McGhee herself will speak onRead More Read More
Normal Hours Resume Saturday, Jan. 15
Sufficient staff has come off quarantine, etc. that we can resume our normal hours beginning Saturday, Jan. 15. However, like most libraries in the County, we are only open for browsing the collection and to pick up holds. Please limit your visit to 30 minutes. We are monitoring infection rates in the County. These limitations will be adjusted as the rates change. Please note that the Library is closed Monday, Jan. 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.Read More Read More
Library to be open 1-5 starting Tuesday, Jan. 4
We are extremely short staffed and consequently are adjusting Library hours. Effective Tuesday, January 4th the Library building will be open to the public from 1-5pm for browsing and to pick up holds. The Library will be closed on Sunday, January 9th. We will reassess on Friday, January 14th. Since we hope this situation will be short lived, we are not implementing appointments for browsing or for curbside pickup, however patrons may call Reference (914-834-2281 x. 3) or email (larchmontlibrary@wlsmail.org) and request curbside Monday through Saturday 9am-5pm. Staff will also be available by phone Monday through Saturday 9am-5pm.Read More Read More
In-person programming is paused
Infection rates are rising rapidly, so we are pausing in-person programming for January. The majority of the libraries in the County are doing the same. Most of our Adult programs are hybrid (both in-person and on Zoom), so we will be able to continue almost the same level of programming despite this interruption. Children and Teens should check back early next year for remote, outdoor and take home program options. We will evaluate February’s programs at the end of the month.Read More Read More
A note about in-person programming
As local vaccination rates are high and infection rates are low, we are restoring some of our in-person programming for adults. When possible, our in-person programs will also be presented remotely, via Zoom, so patrons and/or presenters who do not wish for personal contact can continue to participate. Not every program will be presented in this “hybrid” and some programs will remain entirely on Zoom due to logistical issues, timing, and meeting room availability. Please check listings carefully. Read More Read More
It was 2021’s Banned Books Week!
Every September, libraries across the nation celebrate our freedom to read by highlighting books that some people think you shouldn’t be allowed to read in your school or library. The list of the challenged books might surprise you. For example, among 2020’s ten most challenged books are works by two winners of the Nobel Prize in Literature. This year we are celebrating both our community and the freedom to read by highlighting local people reading challenged books. On Friday, the beginning of the weekend, we put up the last post, a visit to Larchmont Tavern.Read More Read More
Building update and Sunday hours
Despite the damage our building suffered from Ida, we will proceed with our plans to add Sunday hours (noon to 5pm) starting Sunday, Sept. 19. The Lower Level of the library will remain closed to the public and the Tutor Rooms will not be available for use. We expect this situation will continue for some time. Please see below for further details. Read More Read More