The Red Caboose Library, Back on the Tracks

By Linda Klopf
Red Caboose Library coordinator
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The Book Return at the entrance of the Library was made and donated by Christopher Organ.  Luci Avery is pictured returning a book. [CONTRIBUTED PHOTO]

It's been a long, hot summer in River Bend with limits on what we can do safely during the Covid-19 Pandemic.

As restrictions began to ease, the Library Board started to consider ways to bring  services back to our community. Our first priority was the safety of our volunteers and community users. We also wanted our new library experience to truly meet the needs of our community in the personal way, that we enjoy, and have expected over the years.  

After looking at ways other Libraries began bringing back services, we adapted a “grab and go” plan. This allows community members to pick out their books in person, while maintaining the safest, exposure free environment possible for all.  

Our plan was submitted to and approved by the River Bend Town Council.  All of our volunteers have been re-trained in the new procedures. There have been some changes in the configuration of the Library and a book return has been added.  We have added a “Tweens” section and plan to enlarge our children’s area which may assist those of you involved in distance learning. But, all in all it is still our cherished Library that we have loved for over forty years.

The Red Caboose Library re-opened on September 8, 2020. Everyone, volunteers and community members, wears a mask or face covering over their nose and mouth upon entering the building. There is a no contact policy.  We encourage patrons to make their selections and sign out their materials promptly. This is a “one at a time” procedure and there may be others waiting to enter the Library.  Although these new procedures are somewhat restrictive, they allow us to offer safe services to our community in a familiar manner. Please see the Parks and Recreation page on the Town of River Bend’s website or Red Caboose Library Facebook page for further information about using the Library.

The Red Caboose Library is located at 50 Shoreline Drive, across from the new Community/Police Building. Our hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 12 pm. We are open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2 pm to 4 pm. We welcome all of you  back after this long six months!

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