Altamont Library Notes for Wednesday, March 31, 2021
What beautiful weather we’ve had recently! When I think of spring, I always think about breaking out my old bicycle and taking it for a ride. Sometimes, though, after a long winter, my bike could use a little bit of TLC and maybe yours could too.
That’s why a few years ago we installed a new bicycle-repair station right in front of the library! It has all of the tools you need to perform basic bike repairs like changing tires or adjusting seats, chains, and brakes and much more. It even has an air pump to let you fill your tires.
Many thanks to the Stewart’s Shops Holiday Match Program that provided much of the funding for this awesome new resource. Next time you’re out for a ride, swing by and check it out and don’t forget to wear your helmet.
Book Discussion
Do you love to read? Do you love talking about the things you’ve read? If so, consider joining our First Monday Book Club.
We meet, as the name implies, on the first Monday of every month at noon. Our next meeting will be Monday, April 5, at noon when we’ll meet via Zoom to discuss “American Wolf” by Nate Blakeslee.
“American Wolf” is the fascinating nonfiction story of the ever-evolving relationship between humans and wolves, as told through the lens of one particular wolf named 06 (after the year she was born).
Next month, we’ll be discussing “Station Eleven,” a novel by Emily St. John Mandel. Both are great stories and we’ve got several copies on hold if you’re interested. If you’d like to join us, or to reserve your copy of “American Wolf” or “Station Eleven,” call us at 518-861-7239 or send us an email at .
Library Services
Two weeks ago, we reopened to the public browsing by appointment for the first time with the fall surge of COVID-19. It’s been wonderful having folks back in the building and we look forward to seeing even more of you soon.
Here’s how it works: You can call us at 518-861-7239 to make an appointment to come in and to browse the library collection. At first, appointments will be scheduled between noon and 6pm Monday through Friday. Visits must be scheduled ahead of time by phone, and walk-ins will not be allowed, even if no other appointments are scheduled at the time.
Appointments will be limited to 15 minutes per visit (a little longer than the last time we tried this), and to one patron or family (5 people maximum) at a time. Facemasks must be worn covering the mouth and nose throughout your visit even if you’ve already gotten vaccinated, and all patrons must use hand sanitizer upon entering the building.
Computers will not be available to patrons, but the photocopier and fax machine will be available. Please be advised that all toys have been temporarily removed from the children’s section, in order to keep the library hygienic and safe for all users and staff.
Curbside Grab & Go service remains our primary mode of lending, and when items are requested, we will continue to prefer that method of delivery. Please do not schedule a visit if you are experiencing any COVID symptoms. If you are feeling unwell, or if you are unable to wear a mask for any reason, we will be happy to arrange for curbside delivery.
We look forward to continuing to serve our community in all of the ways that we safely can. We thank you all for your continued support, patience, and respect for these new rules. On behalf of the staff, we sincerely appreciate it.