The
Middlebury Public Library will be relocating to its beautiful, newly renovated
building at 30 Crest Road very soon. Please see our FAQ below to get an idea of
what to expect.
When
is the library closing / reopening?
The library will be closed from Monday,
October 7th and will reopen at 30 Crest Road on Monday, November 4th.
Will
the library’s contact information change?
Our telephone number will remain the
same as before: 203-758-2634. There
may be a brief period of time during our closing period when our phone systems
may be down while we transition from one building to the next.
Why
does the library need to close?
Closing the library allows for the
moving company to work quickly and efficiently to make the relocation process
as painless as possible. It also guarantees the safety of our patrons,
expedites the project, and provides an economic incentive as well.
Where
can I return my library materials?
The drop box at 30 Crest Road will
be in operation during the entire period we are closed to the public. Library
materials may also be returned to other Connecticut libraries, which is the
preferable option if you are able. The libraries closest to Middlebury are
Woodbury, Southbury, and Naugatuck (Howard Whittemore).
Will
I be able to renew online?
All materials checked out prior to
our Monday, October 7th closing date will be scheduled with a due
date of Monday, November 4th, which as mentioned above is the date
we will be reopening at 30 Crest Road. However, online renewals will operate as
normal. Other libraries may also be contacted for renewals by phone.
How
will library fines be applied?
Library fines will be forgiven and
waived beginning on Monday, October 7th and continuing until Monday,
December 2nd.
What
will happen to materials that I had on the holds cart at 199 Park Road?
All patrons will be contacted to
advise them to pick up their holds by Monday, October 7th.
Unfortunately, any material not checked out will be returned to its home
library. Your online account will indicate the status of your holds (visit
middleburypubliclibrary.org and click on ‘My Library Account’).
Will
I still be able to request material online?
Your account will operate as normal
and holds may be placed. We advise you to select another local library that is
convenient for you as your temporary pick up library until we reopen.
What
will the new hours of operation be at 30 Crest Road?
The hours of operation will be as
follows:
Monday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00
PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
What
improvements will we see at 30 Crest Road?
The newly renovated and energy
efficient building includes a reading room, five study rooms, a designated teen
room, a café, additional meeting rooms, including an updated Connecticut
History Room, and an energized staff ready to assist. Please come visit our
beautiful new facility.
When
will programming resume?
Shortly
after we reopen, our patrons are invited to join us for a family read event,
focusing on the Caldecott Medal winner The
Adventures of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick, a teen event which brings to
life the award winning Catching Fire
by Suzanne Collins, and a cupcake baking contest in which any and all may
participate. The library will also continue to offer its regular monthly
programming, including its adult books discussions and children’s story times,
which will be accompanied by new monthly teen programming offerings.