In-person browsing and walk-up borrowing with COVID-19 restrictions in place

In-library browsing:

• Beginning February 1, the library will be open on a modified schedule, identical to the walk up-schedule (Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 AM until 5 PM, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 PM until 7 PM, and Saturdays from 9 AM until 2 PM)

• Face coverings are required for all patrons aged 2 and up, and patrons are asked to observe social distancing inside the library

• Public computer access will also be modified to observe social distancing protocol (1 hour sessions per patron per day, some computers are unavailable to ensure social distancing)

• Walk-up service will still be offered for those who prefer to utilize it

• Returned library materials will be quarantined for a minimum of 96 hours to ensure the safety of patrons and staff. Though your account will show that the materials are checked out an additional number of days, as long as items are returned on time they will not accrue fines or fees.

Walk-Up borrowing:

• Fill in our 24-hour online form at https://forms.gle/KxNqkJU5J1GSVWxj8 or call 716-937-7082 during open hours (see below) with a request of up to 5 items

• All items must be available at the Alden Ewell Free Public Library, search the online catalog (here) and limit your search to Alden Ewell Free Library (this option can be found in the left hand column of an active search page)

• Requests from other libraries are still available at this time (must be arranged through the online catalog, NOT our library’s request form) but will require more than 24 hours to be available for pick up. When you receive notice that your hold is available for pick up, contact us to schedule a time.

• A pick up time will be arranged once your items are ready for pick up

• A face covering is required for pick up; if there is someone inside the foyer area, step away from the door and wait outside at a socially acceptable distance of at least 6 feet until they leave the area.

• Walk-up service is available starting February 1 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 AM until 5 PM, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 PM until 7 PM, Saturdays 9 AM – 2 PM

• If you have hold items that are showing as available on your account, you can call us to schedule a pickup.

• For more information, see our more detailed Q&A here

• Returned library materials will be quarantined for a minimum of 96 hours to ensure the safety of patrons and staff. Though your account will show that the materials are checked out an additional number of days, as long as items are returned on time they will not accrue fines or fees.

Precautions are being taken to help contain the spread of COVID-19.

Reopening Plan
Safety Plan

DONATIONS UPDATE: We are not accepting any book donations at this time.  Thank you for your understanding!