Hayward Public Library Reopens May 3

Castro Valley CA

29 April, 2021

10:26 PM

Description

Press release from the City of Hayward: April 29, 2021 Hayward Library Director Jayanti Addleman announced today the downtown branch of Hayward Public Library (HPL) will reopen to the public for limited walk-in services on Monday, May 3. Through the new HPL Express walk-in service, library users will be able to enter the downtown branch during two-hour, limited-capacity sessions and will be required to follow all safety protocols, including social distancing and mask requirements. Available HPL Express services include self-service check-out of materials and hold pick-ups; new library cards and payment of charges; computer use for a maximum of one hour per day; browsing the collection; reference assistance; self-service copying, scanning and printing; and Wi-Fi access. HPL Express hours at the downtown HPL branch are: Monday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. A total of up to 125 patrons will be allowed in the building during each two-hour HPL Express session. For the safety of the public and library staff, the following additional steps are being taken: Seating for reading and studying will be limitedStudy rooms will remain closedMeeting rooms will not be available to rentStory-times and homework help to remain virtualToys, puzzles and games in the Children's Library will not be availableLibrary visitors also must follow all current COVID-19 safety rules issued by the Alameda County Public Health Department for Retail Stores and Shopping Centers, as well as all posted signage and verbal instructions from staff, including: Entering and exiting the building through the garage side entranceWearing appropriately fitting protective face covering/mask required for all visitors two years of age and olderObserving of social-distancing guidelines within the library or while waiting to enterSanitizing hands upon entering the buildingStaying home if you are feeling unwell or experiencing any COVID-19 symptomsNo eating or drinking within the library For more information, including all contactless, online and virtual services to continue through and outside of the downtown and Weekes branches of HPL, go online here to the HPL website. This press release was produced by the City of Hayward. The views expressed here are the author's own.