The Middleton Public Library facility remains closed at this time. Curbside pickup, virtual programming, and outreach expand! During this time, library staff are working to provide as many services to our community as possible. The Library is working closely with the Dane County Public Health Department, the Department of Public Instruction, and the South Central Library System to create best practices and procedures that prioritize the health and safety of library staff and patrons. As we move forward with aligning a phased re-opening plan with Forward Dane and the Badger Bounce Back Plan, health and safety remains the top priority. A firm date for a phased re-opening plan has yet to be determined. All library materials leaving the building undergo a quarantine process by staff wearing PPE. Please see below for more information on services and instructions for placing a holds and scheduling a pick up time. Thank you for your patience and for using your library! Due Dates: Items checked out in June are due August 1st. Items Checked out on or after July 1st will be due two months after the checkout date. Due dates will continue to adjust in response to the closure as needed. Returns: The outside book drop is open during our curbside pickup hours stated below. Please maintain social distancing if you are waiting to return items. The library is not yet accepting donations at this time. All returned items go through quarantine for 4 days before staff handle them, so items will remain on library accounts during the quarantine period. The Middleton Public Library remains a fine-free library. Hold Materials and Curbside Pickup:
What to read next: Visit https://www.midlibrary.org/Databases and check out everything from magazines and newspapers, to children’s books and reading recommendations. Access is free with your library card. Library Programs: Library staff are working to create more online content and host programs virtually. See our online events calendar, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, or sign up for our e-newsletter to stay up to date on offerings. New offerings are added each week! Free WIFI Access: Anyone is welcome to use the WIFI. Library staff have moved several of the facility’s WIFI radios to external windows in all directions, for a gigabit fiber connection to the Internet while outside the Library. Park along Hubbard Ave or in the lots next to or even behind the building. Look for “Middleton Public Library Free Internet” on your device. If you sit or stand out of your car, please respect social distancing guidelines. What If I Don't Have a Library Card?: Residents of the South Central Library System service area who do not have a library card can apply for a card online. What is Zoom!?: Zoom is a FREE video conferencing product that works on most devices that have a microphone and front facing camera—laptops, desktops, smartphones, tablets. The library is using Zoom’s video capabilities so you can see the presenter in real time, from the comfort of your own home, while the library is closed. Visit www.zoom.us to get started. Using Zoom is free but requires participants to create an account. Download Zoom on your computer or install the zoom app on your device. We recommend setting up Zoom in advance of the start of the program. About Facebook Live!: Storytimes and other programs for all ages are being shared using Facebook Live! You do not need a Facebook account to watch, just search for the Middleton Public Library. Access live and recorded Storytimes at midlibrary.org - click on "Online Storytimes” on the top right. Contact Us: Phone: (608) 827-7401 Email: info@midlibrary.org Library Board of Trustees meets the second Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm. All meetings are open to the public.