Here is a quick guide to the status of library services. Please check back periodically for updated information. Additional information can be found on our home page feature: "Library Services Delivered in Phases beginning June 1st".
| Date Available |
Service |
Contact |
| June 1, 2020 | Curbside Pickup and Home Delivery | 845 359-2811 |
| June 1, 2020 | Notary | 845 359-2811 |
| June 1, 2020 | Faxing | Copies We can send a fax or make copies for you while you wait or you can come in (30 minute limit). You can also still email documents to blv@rcls.org with instructions for faxing or printing to be picked up at your convenience |
845-359-2811 or drop into our "Many Happy Returns" slot with a note | Make sure to provide contact information |
| June 1, 2020 | WiFi You can use WiFi in the building (limit 30 minutes). You are also welcome to use our free WiFi in the parking lot | Service extends a little beyond the building | Please practice safe social distancing. |
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| June 1, 2020 |
Virtual Children's Programs Online MARYBETH |
Visit our Facebook page to watch and/or register for programs at Check our online calendar for more information or call 845 359-2811 |
| June 1, 2020 | New Library Card | apply online Proof of residence will again be required now that we are open to the public. |
https://blauveltfreelibrary.org/new-card-online-form |
| June 1, 2020 | eBooks, Magazines, Databases and more |
All our electronic resources are available via our website | Call for help if needed at 845 359-2811 |
| June 1, 2020 | Test Proctoring By appointment with Tonie D'Angelo |
845 359-2811 |
| June 1, 2020 | Returns We are accepting all materials from other libraries | They will be quarantined for 3 days before they are returned to their home library | Please drop them in the "Many Happy Returns" slot to the left of the front door |
845 359-2811 |
| July, 2020 | Holds on Materials You can place holds on items in our delivery run; Includes Orangeburg, Nanuet, Palisades, Pearl River, Piermont, Sloatsburg, Spring Valley, Suffern, Tappan, Tuxedo Park. |
845 359-2811 |
| June 1, 2020 | Reference Services Reference librarians are available to answer questions or conduct research, although we cannot physically meet with anyone |
845 359-2811 |
| August 3, 2020 | Library building lobby access 30 minute limit |
| Date Available |
Service |
Contact |
| August 3, 2020 | Library building lobby access |
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| June 1, 2020 | Virtual Adult Programs Online Please check our calendar for virutal programs or give us a call. |
Ask for Barry at 845 359-2811 |
| August 3, 2020 | Library building full access, open stacks 30 minute limit. Please limit books that you touch and leave out for us to reshelve if you do. |
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| August 3, 2020 | In-building computer access Limit 30 minutes. Three computers are available at this time, which are spaced 6+ feet apart. Computers are cleaned after each use. Please sign in and out. |
| Date Available |
Service |
Contact |
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January 2021 |
Holds for items from all of the libraries in the Ramapo Catskill Library System |
https://blauveltfreelibrary.org/ |
| Early August (estimate) | Walk-up window | Ask for Laura at 845 359-2811 |
| Late 2020 or later | Tutoring | |
| Early 2021 | Children and Adult in-house programs |
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Other Questions
When will you have a better idea of when various things will become available?
We are basing our phasing on recommendations provided by our library system. Please continue to check back for the most up-to-date available services and timeframes as we continually update this page.
When the building re-opens to patrons, what safety precautions will be in place? What about restrooms? Social distancing of 6 feet between patrons and/or staff is required. Facemasks must be worn by all patrons except for children under three years of age. Occupancy will be limited to 6 or 7 people per floor (including staff). Plastic shields will be in place at the checkout desk. Facemasks will be made available to patrons who forget theirs, but we prefer that you bring your own. The public restroom on the main floor will be available for patron use and sanitized periodically throughout the day.
Where can I find information about the Coronavirus? There are many reliable online sources including New York State Health, The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), and information about New York Testing. Please don't hesitate to ask us CoVid questions, as well, and we will do our best to find what you need.