Quitman
Library Connections by Delene Allen
Wood
County Monitor – Quitman TX
to run in the Thursday,
March 26, 2020 edition
You may have heard that the Quitman Public
Library building was temporarily closed on Monday, March 16, 2020 and will
remain as such until mandates are lifted.
Here are some answers to frequently asked
questions the library staff has received:
• How long
will the library be closed? The library will be closed until the most current mandate
is lifted.
• What will
happen to library programs? All library programs are suspended until further
notice. Friends of the Library will reconvene in September as will QPL Story
Time. Summer Reading and Summer Lunch for Kids has been planned to begin in
June, but that is subject to being postponed.
• I have
materials checked out or that need renewing. Some are overdue, so what should I
do? Please return your materials when they are due by leaving them in the book
drop near the east entrance, or just hang on to them and consider them renewed.
All overdue fines will be waived.
• How can I
read the next bestseller? Although physical materials cannot be checked out
right now, there are alternatives. Now may be the perfect time to explore
digital materials if you have a computer, tablet, phone or reading device using
OverDrive, Libby, and TexShare Databases. Call the library if you need help.
• What about
Wi-fi and e-services? Wi-fi is available 24/7 for patrons and can be accessed
from the front parking area.
• How can I
get a library card? Call the library. We can renew or assign you a temporary
card number over the phone.
• Is the
library staff okay? Yes, we are doing just fine! The staff will be busy
cleaning and disinfecting the entire building and books. We also have some
other projects to work on as well.
Contact the
library by phone at 903-763-4191 or by email at quitmanlibrarian@gmail.com and we
will respond as quickly as possible. Check out the library’s Facebook at www.facebook.com/quitmanpubliclibrary
