We have extended our hours for our patrons.
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-6:00pm
Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed
Call us at 345-1906 for questions.
New Guidelines Begin Sept 8
In an effort to assure the library, its staff and patrons are prepared and protected when reopening to the public, the following guidelines have been set up.
Shortened Library Hours at this time:
Monday – Thursday 8:30 am-6:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed
*Weekday mornings from 9-10 am will be for “Seniors and Vulnerable Citizens.” Please respect this time we have set aside for them.
*North and South Entrances will be open.
*Patrons will be asked to use hand sanitizer when entering the building.
*Incoming material will be dropped off at entrance and quarantined for 24 hours.
*Number of library patrons will be limited to 30.
*Patrons are encouraged to wear masks. Masks will not be provided.
*Children under 14 years of age will be allowed in the building at this time under the direct supervision of parent or individual 18 years of age. Please avoid extra handling of items.
*Patrons will keep visits limited to 30 minutes. Visits limited to one time per day.
*Public restrooms and drinking fountains will remain closed.
*No Public Telephone.
*Public computers will be limited to 30 minutes and only 2 patrons at a time. One visit per day per person. Call to make reservation. (308-345-1906)
*Newspapers, magazines will be available for limited use.
*Chairs, tables and couches will be arranged for social distancing.
*Printer and copier will be available.
*Curbside service and Homebound Delivery will still be available to those wishing to continue with these services.
PLEASE OBSERVE SOCIAL DISTANCING
These guidelines will be reviewed and updated as warranted.
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Reopening Plan for Library
In an effort to assure the library, it’s staff and patrons are prepared and protected when reopening to the public, the following guidelines have been set up.
*Shortened Library Hours will remain at this time.
Monday-Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm
Friday 9 am-4:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed
*Weekday mornings from 9-10 am will be for “Seniors and Vulnerable Citizens.” Please respect this time we have set aside for them.
*Only south entrance will be used at this time.
*Patrons will be asked to use hand sanitizer when entering the building.
*Incoming material will be dropped off at entrance and quarantined for 24 hours.
*Number of library patrons will be limited to 20.
*Patrons are encouraged to wear masks. Masks will not be provided.
*Children under 14 years of age will not be allowed in the building at this time.
*Patrons will keep visits limited to 30 minutes. One person per household per day.
*Public restrooms and drinking fountains will be closed.
*Public computers will be limited to 30 minutes and only 2 patrons at a time. One visit per day per person. Call to make reservation.
*Newspapers, magazines will be available for limited use.
*Chairs, tables and couches will be arranged for social distancing.
*Printer and copier will be available. Patrons may retrieve copies at the front desk. Copies will be made by staff with only staff touching copy machine.
*Curbside service and Homebound Delivery will still be available to those wishing to continue with this service.
PLEASE OBSERVE SOCIAL DISTANCING
CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK
Help us celebrate CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK (May 4-8) from afar at the McCook City Library. Keep up with your reading by checking out books from the library and receive a book week surprise. We are still doing curbside service, so give us a call, tell us what you would like, or go to our online catalog at libraries.ne.gov/mccook and choose a title. Place your order by phone (345-1906) or e-mail at mlibrary@cityofmccook.com and call us when you get here on the south side and we will bring your items out to you. Thank you for your patronage during this time and we can’t wait to see you soon. Jody-Tracy-Dorothea-Diane-Lois-LaVonne
Curb Side Service
The McCook City Library would like to help serve our patrons at this time by offering Curb Side Pickup. Starting Wednesday March 18 we will be offering curb side pickup for books, dvds and magazines. Hours for pickup will be 9am-4pm, Monday thru Friday.
Just call us at (345-1906) and tell us how we can help you and we will ge materials ready for you to pick up. If you could call when you arrive or tell us a time and what vehicle you will be in, we will watch for you and bring yout items out. You can use our website libraries.ne.gov/mccook and look at our online catalog to see what is available to help make your selections.
We do have the drop box for items that is located on the south side of the building. We are sorry for the inconvenience, but we are here to help during this time. PHONE NUMBER 345-1906.
McCook Library Takes Precautions
With the declarations by the President of the United States, the World Health Organization, the local health officials and city government, the McCook City Library will be closed March 16-21 for precautionary measures. At that time the situation will be re-evaluated and decisions made. Fines that may be accrued during this time will be waived. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions please call us at 345-1906.
Celebrate with Dr. Seuss
The McCook City Library will be hosting a Dr. Seuss party on Monday, March 2 from 4-5 p.m. The 678 Club will be hosting and have games, books, activities and snacks for all. Please call the Library or stop in and get registered for the party. Use that Library Card and sign-up, all attendees will receive a Cat in the Hat bag.
Library Closed for Training
The McCook City Library will be closed starting Tuesday, Feb.25th at 4 p.m. It will remain closed Wednesday, Feb. 26th and Thursday Feb. 27th due to staff training. We will be open regular hours on Friday, Feb. 28th. Thank you, McCook City Library Staff
Holiday Hours at the Library
Tuesday Dec. 24 8:30am-Noon
Wednesday Dec. 25 Closed
Thursday Dec. 26 Noon-8:00pm
Tuesday Dec. 31 8:30am-2:00pm
Wednesday Jan. 1 Closed
Thursday Jan. 2 9:00am-8:00 pm
Back to Regular Hours
Happy Holidays to all of you and your family.
Christmas Drawing Winners
The McCook City Library had its’ annual Christmas drawing for books, treats and surprises.
In the Preschool group, names drawn included: Makaylin Wolfe, Gage Kinkaid, Katie Fulkerson, Joe Siegfried, Isaac Grassia, Lydia Barth, Benjamin Marvin, Jas Waddell, Ryker Vontz, Claire Priest, Hadley Marts, Oliver Cuellar, Ezra Smith, Neleigh Johnson, Jase Carman, Bristol Kisker, Nathan Blomstedt, Noah Oiler, Kergan, Kergan Olson and Weston Olson.
In the Children’s age group, names include: Kennedy Fichtner, Dexter Musgrave, Britton Blomstedt, Jackson Blomstedt, Macy Myers-Grindle, Violet Stevens, Addie Miller, Kassadi Porter, Jack Bates, Jaelyn Kuykendall, Kaeden Oiler, Ella Bethell, Hadley Smith, Norah Smith, Ella Miner, James Blomstedt, Ashlyn Roth, Makie Spencer, Grace Wahrman, Zander Stewart, Jed Crawford, Piper Henderson, Alani Neal and Addison Neal.
Names included in the Adult group are: Peggy Niebur, Amy Strauch, Crystal Wahrman, Tasha Blomstedt, Trevor Smith, Karen Waddell, Tachel Hidy, Lena Koebel, AlisonMarts, Nancy Buresch, McKayla Hixon, Cindy Wilson, Amalia Almanza, Anton Blume, Amber Barnes, Elizabeth Hoyt, Carolyn Adams, Susan Wells, Chelyn Marvier and Theresa Tiller.
Congratulations to all and Happy Holidays.
