Leisure World Library reopens April 5
The Leisure World Library recently announced it will reopen for in-person visits on Monday, April 5. The pick-up program has been suspended, and the Library’s open hours of Monday through Saturday, from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., will be reinstated.
Though the hours will revert to the pre-pandemic schedule, there are some precautions that will be in place to continue to minimize exposure to COVID19. (Even fully vaccinated residents can still contract the virus.) The library will limit the number of shareholders inside the building at any given time, so visitors may need to wait to enter if the recommended capacity has been reached. Library staff expect any potential lines to be short, with shade provided for LWers’ comfort. Visits to the library should be kept within 10-15 minutes to ensure everybody who would like to enter has the opportunity to do so. Staff will prompt bibliophiles to complete their visit if it’s been noticed they have been inside for more than 15 minutes.
In keeping with continued CDC guidance, all visitors are required to wear a mask that completely covers both their nose and mouth. Face shields may be worn in addition to, but not in place of, masks. Anyone who removes his or her mask will be asked to replace it immediately; if they refuse to comply or remove it again, they will be asked to leave.
During this initial phase of reopening, newspapers are not available and all seating has been temporarily relocated from the library.
Fax and copy service will be available, as it was prior to the Library’s closure. Regardless of whether they intend to borrow any materials, those seeking this service will need to wait in line to enter the Library if it is at capacity.
“We know many of you are eager to use our computer and printing services,” Library staff said in a release. “We are happy to be able to provide this service again for purpose-driven visits.” Because of the limited number of shareholders who can be inside the building, only two computers will be available to use by appointment only. Each appointment has a 20-minute duration. Starting April 5, interested shareholders may call (562) 598-2431 during business hours to schedule a time. Visitors who arrive late forfeit any lost time; the reservation will not be extended. The Library reserves the right to limit the amount of computer appointments an individual may make in a single week to better ensure computer access for all.
Computer kiosks will be cleaned between each reservation, and there will be regular cleaning of high-touch equipment and common area surfaces. In addition, all items returned to the library will be cleaned before being placed back on the shelves.
The Friends of the Library is not included in the current phase of reopening; LWers with donations are asked to continue to hold onto them.
“We are excited to have the community return to the library,” the staff said, “and ask for your patience over the coming weeks as we work to best serve you all.”
