Township of Russell Public Library

February 16^th, 2021

RUSSELL: The Russell Branch is open to the public as of Monday, February 22^nd and will continue to offer curbside pick-up services.

EMBRUN: The Embrun Branch will remain closed to the public until further notice but will continue to offer a curbside pickup service.

The modified schedule for opening hours of curbside pickup for the Embrun Branch and opening hours for the Russell Branch are:
Monday 10:00 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 – 8 00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday 10:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 – 5:00 PM (closed 12:00 – 1:00 PM)
Sunday Closed

Notice to patrons at the Embrun branch Library (LaCroisée school):
 Until further notice, patrons cannot return or collect books using the curbside pickup service between the hours of 8:45 AM-9:15 AM and 3:30 PM-4:00 PM (Monday-Friday).
 
In accordance with safety measures established by health authorities and the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU), specific guidelines and restrictions will be applied at the Russell Branch:
·                     IF YOU HAVE SYMPTOMS, PLEASE STAY AT HOME.
·                     Library visits are short for the purpose of choosing materials.
·                     Children under 13 years may visit the library with an adult.
·                     Onsite computer use is by appointment for a maximum of 60 minutes per day.
·                     All items must be returned using the outdoor book drop before entering.
·                     Wearing a face mask is mandatory.
·                     Disinfect your hands when you arrive.
·                     Write your name on the sign-in sheet or use the QR code at the entrance.
·                     Keep a physical distance of 2 metres with others.
·                     Follow the arrows on the floor and at the end of the aisles, as all aisles are one-way.
·                     If you handle a book, do not put it back on the shelf, please leave it in the quarantine box.
·                     Some sections of the library are not accessible.
·                     Interac payment is now available.
·                     Book donations are not accepted at this time.
 
Despite the circumstances, the staff is there to help you. 
Please be courteous to the employees and other patrons.
 
Thank you for your continued collaboration.
The Library Team
 
Please note: The Russell Branch will continue to offer a curbside pickup service for those who are interested.
 
Branch hours:  http://bit.ly/2WGdUuZ  
Online catalogue: https://bit.ly/2B8Md6N