Beginning Monday, July 20, 2020, Odell Public Library will allow patrons to come in and browse or use computers by appointment. Curbside services will continue with modified hours. In an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, anyone entering the building (over the age of 2) will be required to wear a mask that covers the mouth and nose. Hand sanitizing stations will be available throughout the building. Patrons will be asked to maintain a minimum six feet of physical distance whenever possible. For those who choose not to wear a mask or are medically unable to do so, Odell staff will happily continue to serve you via curbside service.
To make an onsite appointment call 815-772-7323. When calling outside of regular open hours, please leave a message; staff will call to confirm a date and time. Appointments will be limited to 45 minutes, to allow staff time to sanitize between patrons.
Changes have been made to our space to promote a safer environment.
- Tables, chairs, and computers have been arranged to promote physical distancing.
- All toys, puzzles, and stuffed animals/puppets have been removed from the children’s area; the play kitchen and puppet theater are closed until further notice.
- Patrons are asked not to re-shelve unwanted materials. Instead, place them in designated bins, so that staff can sanitize and shelve.
- Due to sanitation concerns, newspapers will not be available at this time.
Until further notice, hours of operation are as follows:
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Appointments
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-noon Curbside Pickup; 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Appointments
Wednesday: 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Curbside Pickup
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-noon Curbside Pickup; 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Appointments
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-noon Curbside Pickup; noon-2:00 p.m. Appointments.
We have missed having patrons in the building and look forward to reopening your library. Please know that these new procedures are in place to protect our staff and the many patrons who utilize Odell Public Library. Thank you for doing your part to stop the spread of coronavirus in our community. We look forward to seeing you soon!