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Library Hours Will Go Back To Normal In Summit, But Masks Remain
For the first time in over a year, normal (and late) hours will return on June 1, but masks and capacity limits will remain as of now.
SUMMIT, NJ — The Summit Free Public Library announced that it will resume normal hours beginning June 1, remaining open until 9 p.m. four days per week. Several other changes will take place as well.
The library’s hours starting next month will be:
- Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
The library will remain closed on Sundays but will re-open on Sundays in September, after Labor Day, which has been the traditional launch of Sunday hours.
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Susan Permahos, director of the Summit Free Public Library, said, “We know what an integral part of the community the library is. We are glad that we can offer expanded hours."
Until the change, the library is open to patrons 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. It's closed on Sundays.
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Capacity Limits, Masks, Time Limits
The maximum number of people allowed in the building at any one time will be 50 and masks and social distancing will still be required.
However, no time limit will be placed on visits.
The library will also be increasing the amount of time on our computers to 2 hours.
They noted, "It will come as a ‘relief’ to many that public restrooms will be open, although our Quiet Study rooms and Think-it Lab will remain closed.
Some Programs Outside
Adult programs will continue to be virtual. Many of our children and teen programs will be offered outside under the tent.
"Allowing our popular children and teen summer reading program activities to operate outdoors, under a tent, is another step in bringing normalcy back to our library and the public’s lives," Permahos said.
About The Library
The Summit Free Public Library offers books, DVDs, eBooks, databases, and a wide variety of services and programming to promote learning and literacy.
The Summit Free Public Library is located at 75 Maple St. in Summit. The website is www.summitlibrary.org.
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