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Masks in the library |
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We are once again recommending that all patrons who are able to please wear a mask in the library.Based on CDC recommendations for Clinton County, which has one of the highest case rates of COVID-19 in the state, all library staff members have resumed wearing masks. The library strives to continue to provide excellent customer service
while also maintaining a safe environment for the staff, patrons and
community as we continue to fight COVID-19. The library is open from noon to 6 p.m. weekdays, 1-4 Saturday. We also are offering curbside pickup during these hours.
Disposable masks are available near the front entrance, along with hand sanitizer. |
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LinkedIn Learning |
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![]() Your Blanchester Public Library card now gives you access to more than 16,000 courses, tutorials and webinars with LinkedIn Learning for Library.LinkedIn Learning for Library
provided an extensive library of training videos on practically any software program available, professional design software, audio and video production, mobile platforms, and much more. Sharpen your current skills or learn new ones using this self-directed online learning resource. Access video courses and webinars taught by industry experts. All you need to sign in is your library card number and PIN.
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Scholastic Teachables |
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Teachers, homeschoolers, parents ... the library is pleased to announce a new resource available free to all cardholders. Scholastic Teachables
features worksheets, activity pages, coloring sheets, and a lot more. From preschool through 8th grade, you can find teacher-made, Scholastic-approved printable activities for any subject. Download printable lesson plans, reading passages, games and puzzles, and skills sheets for children in any grade. You will just need your library card number to access Scholastic Teachables
from outside the library.
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Booklovers Discussion |
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The Blanchester Public Library Booklovers meets next at 7 p.m., Thursday, September 2, at Grace United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome to attend.
September title: The Engineer's Wife by Tracy Enerson Wood
When her happy domestic life is turned upside-down by her husband's work as the chief engineeer on an under-construction Brooklyn Bridge, Emily Warren Roebling gradually takes over the project to advocate on behalf of worker safety. |
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New library features |
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The Blanchester Public Library features several new conveniences for patrons!- Patrons may now borrow up to 10 DVDs on their card.
- Loan periods have been lengthened for almost every type of item. The
loan period for mobile hotspots remains 1 week, but for DVDs, Blu-ray
and new books it has doubled to 2 weeks, and is now 3 weeks for all
other items in the library.
- The library is now fine free. This means we have eliminated all overdue fines for books, audiobooks, magazines, and DVDs. And all previous overdue fines on patrons' accounts have been eliminated.
Fines continue to be $1 per day for mobile hotspots; and the library still charges fees for lost, non-returned, and damaged items. Check here
for more information. - All items are automatically renewed for you on the due date. You no longer need to worry about contacting the library to renew your item.
There are still the maximum number of renewals allowed for various items (3 for everything except for DVDs, Blu-ray, new books, and mobile hotspots which are 1), and items that have a hold on them can not be renewed. Upon renewal, a notice will be sent via e-mail detailing the new due dates and indicating any items that were unable to be renewed. Patrons with more than two overdue items will not be able to check out additional items. |
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Mobile Hotspots |
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The library recently added four new mobile hotspots, increasing the total to eight available for checkout.The hotspots allow patrons to connect their tablet, phone, laptop and other Wi-Fi-enabled devices to the Internet. A hotspot may be checked out by any cardholder 18 years of age or older whose card is in good standing. All borrowers must show a current driver's license, state ID, passport or military photo ID at the time of checkout. Hotspots circulate for 7 days. Each hotspot circulates in a carrying case within a plastic case along with an AC adapter. The user is responsible for returning all of these items to the circulation desk in good condition. Hotspots may be renewed one time, provided there are no holds on the item. Only 1 hotspot may be borrowed on a patron's account at a time. The fine for an overdue hotspot is $1 per day until returned. After 3 days overdue, the hotspot will be deactivated and the patron is billed for the item. You may put a hold on a hotspot here.
A hotspot can provide Internet access for up to 10 devices.
By borrowing and initiating use of the library's mobile hotspot, the user agrees to abide by the library's Mobile Wireless Hotspot Policy. |
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Two new resources available |
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The library now provides access to A to Z the USA
and A to Z the World.A to Z the USA
is an unmatched resource for helping you to understand the country's people, history, economy, geography, symbols, culture, and society. It features 106 topics of information on the country and 90 topics for each state. A to Z the World
provides information on more than 120 topics for 175 countries, making it the world's largest database of country information. Featured topics include sections on a country's culture, history, language, education, and geography. You will just need your library card number to access these resources from outside the library.
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Novel coronavirus info |
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Please visit these sites for the most factual and up-to-date information regarding the Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak: To stay healthy, the CDC and other health agencies recommend: 1.
Washing your hands frequently. Wash your hands for 20 seconds or more
with soapy water. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water
are not available. 2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands. 3. Avoid contact with people who are sick. 4. Cover your mouth and nose with a mask when around others.
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Put distance between yourself and other people (about 6 feet) if
COVID-19 is spreading in the community. This is especially important
for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick. 6. Stay home and away from others if you are sick. 7. Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces frequently.
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