The Bowen Island Library is discontinuing its lending of library items during its closure to the public (with the exception of the medshed).
“In the absence of clear guidelines or protocols for the handling of library materials, it is best to reduce risks to patrons and staff whenever possible,” said a note from chief librarian Tina Nielsen in the library’s newsletter.
“The pilot pickup service was much appreciated and our hygiene protocols made it very low risk; however, as a non-essential service, we must heed the advice and recommendations of our health authorities and governments,” said the newsletter.
“We established good hygiene protocols and developed a workable plan for pickup service in the future and know that when the time is right we can reinstate this service as a first step towards a return to fully opening the library again.”
The online services still available during the library’s closure to the public are available here: bowenlibrary.ca/pages/while-were-closed/.
To borrow from the medshed, place a hold in the online catalogue or contact the library and pick-up will be by appointment. No returns of medical equipment will be accepted until the library reopens. More information available here: bowenlibrary.ca/services-programs/our-services/med-shed-medical-equipment-lending-program/
