The Leeton Shire Library is currently still open to the general public and operating usual hours. However, after closely considering advice from the NSW and Australian Governments about the coronavirus (COVID-19), Council has decided to cancel all group-style library programs and sessions until further notice.
This includes all Storytime, Baby Rhyme Time, LEGO Club, Brain Games, Tech Savvy Seniors, Book Club, and Bridge Club sessions.
The Library Manager, Terry O’Keefe, said that the main reason for putting group-style programs on hold is that they generally cater for the most vulnerable sectors of the population, being the very young and the elderly.
“Council is committed to ensuring that we limit the spread of the virus and our library group-style programs are not conducive to ensuring the requisite social distancing that is being recommended. For everyone else it is business as usual at the library and we look forward to welcoming customers.”
Library opening hours are 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; 10.00 am to 7.00 pm Thursday; and 9.00 am to 12 noon on Saturday.
Council will also continue to operate its Home Library Service as usual. Community Groups who have booked the Yellow Room can continue to meet on site.
The Leeton Shire Library offers an exciting range of online services, including e-books, e-audio books, e-magazines, and Story Box Library.
Membership is free at Leeton Shire Library, and during the pandemic, can be arranged over the phone.
Please call (02) 6953 0945 for further information about Leeton’s library services, cancellations and membership.
