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Cherokee County Public Library is still practicing social distancing:

 These are the guidelines for the library at this time.

• Please respect others and stay six feet apart.
  • There will be signs and tape to help with this.
• Only 6 people will be allowed in the computer lab at one time.
  • You will be limited to one hour.
• We will limit the number of people inside the library.
  • During high traffic times, you may be required to wait outside.
  • We want our children back at the library; however, at this time toys and puzzles have been removed from the children’s area due to the risk of spreading germs.
• We are also providing the option to book an appointment.
  • Call the library with your list of books/audiobooks, and if those books are currently available, we will set up a time for you to come in and get them.
• If you are sick or have been around someone diagnosed with COVID-19, please remain at home until you are better.
• The conference room will remain closed to the public with exceptions.
  • Some programming will be allowed to meet with approval.
  • This will begin with original programming and consist of small groups.
  • Social distancing and masks are required to attend meetings.

1. Good News: We Are Going Fine Free in 2021
   • This means you will no longer receive a daily fine on overdue items.
   • You are still responsible for returning your items, we need our books back.
   • After materials are 30 days overdue, they will be considered lost, and the patron will be charged a replacement cost. If the materials are returned in the same condition as when checked out, the replacement cost will be waived. For more information call 256-927-5838.

2. Storytime: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30-10:30
   • Space is limited, and you must reserve a spot to attend.
   • Call 256-927-5838 or PM on Facebook to make reservations.

3. Kids & Kin: Kids & Kin with Larinda Garrett, 334-465-0099 for more info. This is a statewide supportive program for anyone caring for relative’s children. 10:30 AM-12:00 AM

• February 9—What is the Period of PURPLE Crying?
• February 23—Children’s Growth: One Step Forward; Two Steps Back

4. Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org –free, in our genealogy room!

• Use your free org account here at the library and gain access to records that are unavailable on your home computer.
• Check our Facebook page for updates.
  • At this time, we are allowing some programming to meet in the library. If we feel our patrons are at risk, we will consider postponing programming to a later date.