Enfield Public Library Closing

On Monday, March 16th the Enfield Public Library Trustees and the Town Librarian met to discuss operating hours of the Enfield Public Library in light of the coronavirus pandemic.  The Enfield Town Manager and Enfield Emergency Services Director/Police Chief have also been consulted.

The safety of the Library’s patrons and staff are our primary concern while at the same time recognizing the Library is an important resource at times like this when access to information is vitally important.  Balancing these two priorities is of primary concern.  The Trustees have made the difficult decision to close the Enfield Public Library effective today, Monday March 16th reopening on Saturday, April 4th at 10:00AM.  With our Town administrative partners we will continuously review this decision and may either open earlier or extend the close longer as the situation dictates.  During this time patrons are encouraged to review our online services at:  https://www.enfield.nh.us/enfield-public-library/pages/digital-subscriptions-online-resources.  Over the next few days we will be evaluating options that might give some additional access to library services while we are closed.  Details on any interim services will be forthcoming and will be posted both on the Library Web Site https://www.enfield.nh.us/enfield-public-library, Libraries Facebook Page, and the Enfield List Serve.  Please don’t worry about returning materials as all fines will be forgiven while we are closed.

This was not an easy decision for the Librarian or the Trustees to make; however, we feel it is the proper one given the guidance being provided by both State and Federal authorities.

We will post updates as outlined above.  Should you have any questions feel free to contact either Town Librarian Melissa Hutson at mhutson@enfield.nh.us or Library Trustee Chair Dominic Albanese at dca1917@outlook.com.

Shortly, Enfield residents will hear from the Town Manager’s office about modifications being made to municipal programs, services, and general operations.

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Dominic C.  Albanese, Chair
Shirley A. Green, Treasurer
Francine R. Lozeau, Trustee

Melissa J. Hutson, Librarian