Library update: Our libraries take all sorts of creative steps to keep us in reading material as the coronavirus pandemic rages on.
Here’s a roundup of some of the new policies, procedures and offerings:
Library update: Seattle Public Library called. It would like its books back. Starting Nov. 1, staggered due dates are being applied to all checked-out materials. On the other hand, library users can have holds on 50 physical items, up from the previous limit of 25.
The library also offers free printing services (up to 10 black-and-white pages per day) with curbside pickup at nine locations. Here are details on that.
SPL has curbside pickup available at 13 locations and acceptsreturns in book drops at 18 library branches; they’re available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily (or until they fill up!) Go here to find what branches have drop boxes and which are offering curbside pickup services.
Library update: King County Library System has curbside pickup at most of its 49 branches and just added a new option: electronic lockers located at the Bothell and Covington libraries are accessible 24/7. When placing a hold, patrons can choose this option, and they’ll be able to access the locker using their library card and PIN.
Originally published Nov. 9, 2020
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