Perrot Library Reopening – Status Update, July 27, 2020

Perrot Library Reopening – Status Update, July 27, 2020

The library building remains closed to visitors, but we will begin adding the following library services in August:

1. We will be available on Saturdays (beginning August 1st) from 12 noon to 5 PM for same-day reference, readers’ advisory, and circulation services via telephone and email. Curbside holds pickup will be available on Saturdays from 12:30-4:30 PM: Call 203-637-1066 (adult/teen) or 203-637-8802 (children) to schedule your pickup

2. Effective Monday, August 3rd, patrons will be able to use a computer in our Binney Room by appointment only:

• Two public use computers will be available for up to one hour per visit between the hours of 10 AM and 4 PM, Monday through Friday
• Library visitors must call 203-637-3870 in advance to schedule their day/time to use the computers or printer/photocopier
• You must provide your Perrot or Greenwich Library card number when you call to schedule your appointment
• When you arrive for your appointment, you must call the Reference Desk at 203-637-3870 to be escorted by library staff via the front door to the Binney Room. When you have completed your work, staff will escort you back through the front entrance. All other sections of the library remain closed
• Only one person at a time will be allowed for each computer session. No one else is permitted in the building at the time of your reservation, including children, spouses, siblings, friends, and relatives
• Everyone must wear a face mask while in the library

Please contact the Reference Desk if you have any questions or concerns: lwhite@perrotlibrary.org, 203-637-3870.

Kevin McCarthy, Library Director

203-637-3888

kmccarthy@perrotlibrary.org

Perrot Library Reopening - Status Update July 10, 2020

Perrot Memorial Library has implemented several changes as we take careful steps to reopen the library for our community:

• We have installed air purifiers on our HVAC system that kill mold, bacteria and viruses
• We have distributed PPE to all staff and deployed disinfectant to all service desks and high-touch/contact areas
• We are providing requested materials for borrowers through our no-contact curbside pick-up service
• Our book drop is once again open 24/7/365
• We have extended our hours of service to include Tuesday and Thursday evenings
• We are providing same-day reference, reader's advisory and lending service via telephone, email, and the Library's online catalog
• We present virtual storytime programs, virtual singalongs, and book clubs for our Young Readers
• We have made internet access available for visitors using their own digital devices in our parking lot, garden and front plaza

Next Steps for our Phased Reopening:

• We are planning to offer computer use (by appointment only) and extending our service hours to include Saturdays (noon to 5 PM) in early August
• We will expand our virtual programming to include author talks and other interesting presentations for adults
• We will fully reopen the Library for public use in conjunction with the Greenwich Library, the reopening of Greenwich Schools, recommendations from the Connecticut State Library, advice from Greenwich Town Officials and the consent of the Perrot Library Board of Directors, hopefully this Fall, if not sooner

-Kevin McCarthy, Library Director
203-637-3888
kevinm@perrotlibrary.org

Booklists and Craft Instructions From This Week's Virtual Programs for Kids

Here are the booklists and craft instructions from this week's virtual programming for kids! You can place holds on our suggested books and retrieve them via curbside pickup. If you need a paper copy of the craft instructions, give us a call and we can set up a curbside pickup for you for those as well.

If you are interested in signing up for our virtual programs, this PDF has all the links to register via Zoom: http://perrotlibrary.org/uploads/8/8/3/0/88303230/perrot_summer_zoom_programming_kids.pdf


Pat-a-Cake Booklist
https://greenwichlibrary.bibliocommons.com/list/share/274909817/1672336539

Early Words Booklist
https://greenwichlibrary.bibliocommons.com/list/share/274909817_perrotyouthservices/1672178139

2s and 3s Together Booklist
https://greenwichlibrary.bibliocommons.com/list/share/274909817/1672185889

Fun for 4s and 5s Booklist

https://greenwichlibrary.bibliocommons.com/list/share/274909817/1672317850

  

Stuff & Nonsense Booklist

https://greenwichlibrary.bibliocommons.com/list/share/274909817/1672210699

Stuff & Nonsense Craft Instructions

http://www.perrotlibrary.org/uploads/8/8/3/0/88303230/stuff_and_nonsense_week1.pdf