Browsing is back! Starting 9/8/20

Our re-opening plan includes a phased approach to returning to normal library service. As we all know, anything can change at any time so our plans may change as well. 

As of Tuesday September 8 the library will allow browsing and public computer use.  A limited number of public computers will be available for use.  There will be a strict time limit and people are strongly suggested to call ahead for an appointment.  There will be a browsing area that will be stocked with items from all parts of the library.  Due to distancing regulations there will be a limited number of people allowed to browse at one time and a time limit will be in place to allow access to the largest number of people possible.  Calling ahead or making an appointment are recommended.  People will be required to use hand sanitizer before using the computers or browsing.  People will be required to wear a facemask and to conform to social distancing while in the building.  Curbside pick-up of library materials will still be available for those who prefer.  Those who need to use the ramp in the back should knock for entry through the back door. 

Other services available at the desk include faxing, photocopying, e-printing, catalog access, indoor pick up of requested materials, and library account services such as new cards.

Also available: produce through our Farm2Library program. All produce is fresh and local…and it’s free thanks to the Southern Adirondack Library System and Comfort Food Community.

Masks are required in the building.  Please maintain proper distancing while in the library.  Hand sanitizing stations are available in the building.

Please continue to put all returned materials in the book drop.  Please do not bring us donations at this time!  We cannot manage donations right now.

Returns will be quarantined for 96 hours and then checked in. Don’t worry about items you’ve returned that are still on your account…they will come off the account after their quarantine is over. 

Curbside service will still be available for those who prefer it.  Call 518-654-6913 for help with setting that up. 

Service Hours Beginning September 8, 2020.

  • Monday from 10am to 4:30pm and 7pm to 8pm
  • Tuesday from 10am to 4:30pm and 7pm to 8pm
  • Thursday from 10am to 4:30pm
  • Friday from 10am to 3:30pm
  • Saturday from 10am to 2:30pm

Thank you for your patience and support.  Please call the library if you have any questions (518-654-6913). If we can’t take your call leave a message that includes your name and phone number and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Next Steps

Our re-opening plan includes a phased approach to returning to normal library service. As we all know, anything can change at any time so our plans may change as well. 

The library is now open to the public for limited inside access.  Services that are now available at the desk include faxing, photocopying, e-printing, catalog access, indoor pick up of materials, and library account services such as new cards.

Masks are required in the building.  Please maintain proper distancing while in the library.

Please continue to put all returned materials in the book drop.  Please do not bring us donations at this time!  We cannot manage donations right now.

Returns will be quarantined for 96 hours and then checked in. Don’t worry about items you’ve returned that are still on your account…they will come off the account after their quarantine is over. 

Interlibrary loan services are running as normal at this time with requests coming from other libraries.

Curbside service will still be available for those who prefer it.  Also note that Fridays are for curbside service only with no one allowed in the building that day. 

Service Hours Beginning July 27

  • Monday from 12pm to 4:30pm and 7pm to 8pm
  • Tuesday from11am to 4:30pm
  • Thursday from 12 noon to 4:30pm
  • Friday from 10am to 2:30pm ———CURBSIDE SERVICE ONLY
  • Saturday from 11am to 1:30pm

Thank you for your patience and support. We are looking forward to providing more services to you once again.  

Please call the library if you have any questions (518-654-6913). If we can’t take your call leave a message that includes your name and phone number and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

For patrons needing disability accommodations while the library is operating under conditions to reduce the transmission of COVID-19, please call Rebecca Fasulo or Michael Hadfield at 518-654-6913, or write to cor-director@sals.edu or 89 Main St., Corinth, NY 12822.  You will also find this information in our Safety Plan.  The library is committed to safe access for all.”

Curbside is happening!

We have been offering curbside / sidewalk pickup of library materials for two weeks now. The process is easy. Place a request on an item in the online catalog, or call us (518-654-6913) if you’d like help in selecting something. When your item is ready we will give you a call and arrange for a day and time for you to pick it up. Wear a mask when you come to collect your library materials.

We also offer Book Bundles for children. We will pick out 10 picture books for you. Suggested topics include Fairy Tales, Transportation, Nature, or ask us to surprise you.

Don’t forget we also have DVDs, audiobooks, large print books, and magazines.

The Inter-Library Loan service is not running at full strength yet, so items requested from other libraries will take longer to get to us.

As always, if you have questions or need help give us a call (518-654-6913). If we aren’t available just leave a message on the answering machine – don’t forget to leave your name and phone number so we can get back to you.