Library Updates (Covid-19 FAQs)

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Library Updates (Covid-19 FAQs)

Library Hours

Both the Main Library and Ossian Branch are back to normal hours as of Jan. 11, 2021. Hours will only be reduced again in the event that there is a staffing issue or health concern at one of our buildings.

Bluffton-Main Library Hours

Monday: 9am-8pm
Tuesday: 9am-8pm
Wednesday: 9am-8pm
Thursday: 9am-8pm
Friday: 9am-6pm
Saturday: 9am-2pm

Ossian Branch Hours

Monday: 9am-8pm
Tuesday: 9am-8pm
Wednesday: 9am-8pm
Thursday: 9am-8pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-12pm

Library Updates

The library is currently operating at 75 percent capacity at both the Main Library and Ossian Branch. Since people will be limited inside the building, we ask that you try to browse for items quickly, limit your time on the computers, and consider using Curbside Pickup.

These services are currently not available or modified slightly:

Some library-sponsored programs are currently not available or have been moved to being presented in a digital format. Visit the Online Library Calendar for current info.

Face masks

Face masks are recommended in all of our buildings for both patrons and staff.

Social Distance

Please social distance by at least 6 feet when inside our buildings and looking for materials or near checkout locations. Public access computers will be separated to allow for social distance.

Make sure to read the FAQs below about specific questions regarding library services.

We will post updates to this section if anything changes.

Updated: 04/07/2021

FAQs

Are you offering Curbside Pickup?

We offer Curbside Pickup at both our Main Library and Ossian Branch during library hours. To use Curbside Pickup, place items on hold online through your account or call us during library hours to reserve items.

Our staff will then get those items pulled for you. You will receive either an email notification or phone call when items are ready to pickup. Once you have received the notification that items are available, you can pick them up in the designated Curbside Pickup spot at either the Main Library or Ossian Branch. Once you have arrived to the spot outside our buildings, just give us a call and let us know that you are here to pickup items.

Call for Curbside Assistance:

Main Library (Bluffton): 260-824-1612
Ossian Branch: 260-622-4691

Items can be picked up during current library hours. See current hours above.

Can you recommend any good resources on Covid-19?

Get more info on COVID-19 at:

Indiana State Department of Health – https://www.coronavirus.in.gov/
Centers for Disease Control – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

How are materials handled after they are returned?

Items are no longer quarantined for 24 hours as of March 2021, so after they are returned they are put back on the shelf and available for checkout.

Are face masks required?

Face masks are recommended but not required at both the Main Library and Ossian Branch. Read Executive Order 21-09 for more information.

We are also still offering curbside services for anyone not comfortable entering the building. Just follow instructions above for using the service.

Are you taking reservations for Room Rentals?

All meetings that are currently scheduled must meet social distancing and face mask requirements set forth by the State of Indiana and the Indiana Department of Health. New reservations may be limited depending on the current color level for Wells County, as defined by the Indiana Department of Health’s COVID-19 dashboard and County Metrics map at www.coronavirus.in.gov. Meetings and social events cannot exceed the recommended limits based on the Covid-19 County Metrics and Requirements.

Digital Library and Website

We understand that many people are looking for digital resources right now to keep children and yourself entertained. We highlight many of these resources weekly on our Facebook and Instagram pages.

Read books, audiobooks and magazines on your computer or the Libby app
Homeschool resources
Discover children’s games and practice tests on our fun websites page
Find books we recommend for teens
And discover online research tools

The Main Library (Bluffton) and Ossian Branch will be closed on Friday, May 20 for a staff in-service.