The seven library branches that began curbside service earlier this month will be reopening their doors in early July, but you won’t be able to spend much time inside.
The East Cobb, Mountain View and Sewell Mill branches are among those reopening to patrons on July 6, the Cobb County Public Library System announced Thursday.
The other branches are North Cobb, West Cobb, South Cobb and Vinings. The main Switzer branch in Marietta has been closed for renovations.
The hours will be limited and so will the things you’ll be able to do.
The branches that are reopening will be open only during weekdays for now: Mondays 10-8 p.m., and Tuesdays-Fridays 10-6 p.m.:
“Under this reopening phase, library patrons are asked to limit visits to browsing, completing library account transactions like checking out items, picking up available reserved materials, and renewing or signing up for a Cobb library card. A limited number of public computers will be available for reservation.
“Casual visits of more than a few minutes to the libraries and sitting down will not be possible under the health and safety guidelines for maintaining social distancing for reducing the community spread of COVID-19. Study and community meeting rooms will remain closed to the public.”
Library staff will be wearing masks and patrons will be “encouraged” to do the same at the libraries, as well as practice social distancing and hygiene.
No tentative plans have been announced for reopening other branches or expanding hours or services.
For information on the library system visit www.cobbcat.org or call 770-528-2320.
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