Libraries are able to stay open during the MDHHS restrictions that take effect November 18, 2020,
but must maintain strict capacity and gathering limits. During this time period, to keep capacity
limits down, we are restricting computer use to residents of WB and contract communities only.
Our Library will continue with Phase 3 services, which are in alignment with the current restrictions and safety precautions.
We ask, however, that you make it a priority to use our curbside and drive-up window services and our virtual 24/7 resources
rather than enter the facilities.
If you find it absolutely necessary to enter one of our facilities for Phase 3 services:
You must maintain strict social distancing
Properly wear a mask
Limit your visit to 30-45 minutes once a day
The Library will monitor the situation and may revert to only curbside/drive-up window services if necessary to protect
the health and safety of staff, users and the community at large. For more information on our Phase 3 services, click "Read More".
The Library’s Phase 3 services to begin.
In Phase 3, our priorities continue to be the health and safety of staff, users and the community at large and providing convenient
access to collections of materials in all formats. An additional goal of Phase 3 is providing access the Library’s public computers,
scanners and printers, equipment that we recognize not everyone in our community may have at home.
Beginning Thursday, October 1, the following services will resume.
Use of photocopy machines
Fax service
Notary service (please contact library to check for the availability of a notary before you come in)
Payment of fines and fees at self-checkout stations and Circulation or Reception Desks by credit/debit card, Apply Pay, Google Play or Tap to Pay
Beginning Wednesday, October 7 computer usage by appointment begins.
You can register for appointments online or by contacting the Library.
Appointments are for a maximum of 45-minutes in length per day, per library account and can only be
reserved the day before. Computer sessions are for quick research, job-related searches and other priority needs.
Sessions are not for entertainment, such as watching TV shows or YouTube videos
View the Library Computer Use FAQ.
Print and scan documents as part of a computer appointment
Digital Materials
Check out digital books, movies and music from the Online Library 24/7.
Grab & Go Service
Browse youth, teen and adult circulating collections at the Main Library or Westacres. Select materials to enjoy at home and pick up materials you’ve placed on hold. Ask for reader’s advisory assistance to help with your selections or for assistance with reference questions. Stay for up to 45 minutes and use self-check stations to check out materials.
Parking Lot Pick-Up
Pick up materials at the Main Library or Westacres Branch during Library Phase 3 hours.
Services from the Main Library Drive-Up Window
Pick up books, CDs or DVDs that have been placed on hold. Pick up a library card you’ve requested or Grow Up Reading™ or other print materials the Library has developed.
Virtual Programs
Programs for youth, teens and adults continue to be offered via Zoom.
Michigan Electronic Library (MeL) interlibrary loan service
The MeL service has resumed.
Safety precautions continue in Phase 3.
While in our buildings, Library staff and Library users age two and older are required to wear face masks and follow strict social distancing guidelines to stay 6 feet apart from anyone not living with you.
Update About Phase 3 Plans and Services
Checkout the eNewsletter to read about current services.
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