THE SOMERS PUBLIC LIBRARY IS SO HAPPY TO WELCOME YOU BACK!

The Somers Public Library is now open to the public by appointment. We are excited to have you join us to browse and check out materials and use the computers. For patrons who cannot wear a face covering or who chose not to visit the library at this time, curbside pickup service will continue to be offered.  

The Somers Public Library is currently open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  

Library “grab and go” appointments can be made for the following areas:

• Adult Browsing (includes the new fiction/non-fiction, adult DVDs, Books on CD, paperbacks, fiction, non-fiction, and biography sections)
• Teen Room
• Children’s Room
• Adult Computers

Each of these zones has a one hour time limit and a capacity per hour to maintain social distancing capabilities. 

In order to provide a safe space for us all, some changes have been made to the library interior, so things will look a little different.  When you first enter the building, please check in at the desk in the Lobby.  In the main Library area you will see there are plexiglass shields, fewer pieces of furniture, and reminders to maintain social distancing and wear a mask while inside the building. All of these measures are aimed at reducing the time spent in a public space and the number of communal surfaces you come in contact with—ways to keep all of you and all of us safe.  In addition, frequently-touched surfaces will be cleaned several times per day. 

The procedures for reopening our Library needed to address guidelines and concerns from our local Health Department, the Library Board and Town Administration, as well as the State Reopen Connecticut Stage 2 Sector Guidelines. Here are some important things to know:

• Masks will be required for all people entering the library, per Governor’s executive order and town policy.  If you cannot wear a mask, please call us at 860-763-3501 to schedule a curbside pickup for materials instead.
• All returns will be accepted in the outside drop-box slots only.  Items will continue to be quarantined for at least 72 hours.  When checked in, they will be back-dated to the date you returned them, eliminating any fines that may have accrued during the quarantine. 
• Computers will be available by appointment for one hour per day.
• Meeting rooms will not be available at this time.
• Donations cannot be accepted at this time.

Our children’s summer reading program runs from June 15 to August 14.  The link for online registration is available here (Registration Form). Reading logs and calendars can be printed from our website (Updated) front of reading log, (Updated) back of reading log)  or summer reading packets, which will include a reading log, list of online programs and a bookmark, will be available at curbside pickup. To schedule a pickup for summer reading packets, call the library at 860-763-3501 between 10:00 am  and 4:00 pm. Available time slots start on Monday 6/15. The program is for children in preschool through grade 5. Prizes will be awarded at the end of the summer reading program. Be sure to join in the fun!

We have lots of fun virtual programs this summer so be sure to check out our  Events Calendar .

Somers Public Library – Teen Summer Reading Program: June 15 – August 21

Visit our Teen Summer Reading 2020 page to learn how to register, log your book reviews, and enter the prize drawing on August 24th. 

Somers Public Library – Adult Summer Reading Program: June 15 – August 21

Visit our Adult Summer Reading 2020 page to learn how to register, log your book reviews, and enter the prize drawing on August 24th.