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Julia Boyer Reinstein Library Rules and Courtesies Information

In an effort to maintain health safety for both staff and the library users, library hours/services have been modified. The changes range from new rules to expected courtesies while in the building as follows:

Rules:

1. You MUST wear a mask at all times while in the building, the only exception being children under the age of 2 years old.
2. You are to keep a total of 6 feet distance from other patrons for social distancing.
3. Materials will be quarantined immediately upon returned and will not be checked in for 3 days. This means materials will still be on your account for 3 days, at most, upon return. We will then back date items to reflect the original return date. Again, we will not be checking in materials immediately.
4. Study rooms are closed to the public due to social distancing.
5. To enforce social distancing we will not be allowing tutors at this time.
6. Restrooms will be in use for one person at a time. Please wait outside until the restrooms are clear.

Courtesies:

1. We have closed off every other computer in the buildings to conform to social distancing. Therefore, please know that unlimited usage may not be possible. Be prepared for a limit of 1 hour on computers. Additionally, we will only be able to provide very limited computer assistance due to social distancing protocols.
2. Most seating has been removed to encourage social distancing, please be prepared to stand while using the library (exception of few tables/computers).
3. There will no longer be multiple lines at the front desk. Instead, you are expected to wait in one line for all services including check out, reference, directions, etc. Markings will be placed on the ground to direct passage in the Service Desk area.
4. Please do not put books back on the shelf. Place books you are not checking out on a nearby table. The library staff will put them away.
5. There will be sanitizing stations throughout the library.

The Cheektowaga libraries will not be able to accommodate meeting room requests and in-house programming is suspended (online only) until further notice. Hours/services will be modified accordingly, on the fly, as health safety protocols change. Thank you for your patience, we look forward to seeing everyone again.

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Digital Programs!

Books and Barks!

Let's gather virtually and talk about books! Join Mrs. Kathy and her dog Watson as we share what we are reading and what we would suggest for others to read!

Email any questions to Kathy Goddrich at goodrichk@buffalolib.org

Watson's Paws For Books!

Join Watson (The Library Labradoodle) and his partner Miss Kathy (Librarian) for Watson's Paws for Reading Club! We will talk Books, write, draw and dance! Special guest will also show up! 

Watson will also show you how to play ball!

Special Dates Coming Soon!

Email: GoodrichK@buffalolib.org for more details

Take Our Virtual Ghost Walk!

Wander around Erie County and learn of the ghosts and ghouls who haunt the land! 

Uses Google Maps Technology, you never have to leave your couch.

https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1vymvtOUiUXe-gY_r28dpKD7NjYgxbTkc&ll=42.77573022664201%2C-78.89695154999998&z=10

Confront Your Fears in Our Classic Tales Virtual Escape Room!

This interactive escape room will give you a chance to see how you fair in a world of Classic Horror!

Click the link below to be brought to our Itch.io page and then click the play button to begin.

https://juliaboyerreinsteinlib.itch.io/oh-the-horror-classic-tales-escape-room

Learn About Misinformation!

This choose your own adventure game will teach kids about what information they can and can not trust. The game uses real historical examples and is Common Core compliant. 

Just click the link: https://juliaboyerreinsteinlib.itch.io/misinformation-misadventures

Oddly Erie Map

A map of unusual facts, cool people and important events that happened in Erie County

https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1AemoJild0Sd4A-J7G0MIaDUzvOZT5lbS&ll=42.92694410851752%2C-78.70739205&z=10&fbclid=IwAR3-x69qhkuxU5Z6wCfThkQ1TxqN8Y93sByP2nb1ivra7o2T84x-4caaJn4

ICE CREAM MAP!

Make it a day, visit local independent ice cream shops and their nearby libraries! 

https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1a2FOOOwCBcQDaTgb9SGQNKfClB11qprE&ll=42.839451956579964%2C-78.76659550000001&z=10