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Library Services During COVID-19
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COVID-19 Library Update
- Due to COVID-19, the temporary library trailers at 601 S. Oak St. are closed to the public until further notice.
- Contactless curbside pickup service is available to borrow items and the book drop is open for returns at 601 S. Oak St.
- Check our Library Services During COVID-19 page or subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter for updates about available programs and services!
- The library building at 120 N. Virginia Ave is closed until May/June 2021 for the Library Expansion & Renovation Project.
Available Library Services, Programs & Resources During COVID-19
| Service or Program | Status |
|---|---|
| Curbside Pickup | Contactless curbside pickup service is available at the temporary library location at the 601 S. Oak St (in the trailers at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School): Monday-Thursday from 10 am - 7 pm Friday & Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm |
| Book Drop & Returns | The book drop outside 601 S. Oak St is available 24/7. Items may also be returned using our contactless curbside pickup service. |
| Adult, Children's & Teen Programs | Book discussions, storytime, and many other adult, children's, and teen programs have moved online. Check our event calendar for a complete list of upcoming programs. |
| Contacting Staff | Staff continue to monitor phones, email, texts, and social media. Learn more... |
| Due Dates | Due dates, which were automatically extended during the first months of COVID-19, resumed on October 1. Learn more... |
| eResources | Download eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, and music. Stream movies, TV shows, and lectures from the great courses. Access newspaper indexes, genealogical tools, and more! Learn more... |
| Interlibrary Loan (ILL) | Interlibrary loan requests are being accepted; however, some requests may be more difficult to fill given that many libraries remain closed due to COVID-19. Learn more... |
| Library Card Applications | Don't have a card? Apply for one online and we will mail it to you! |
| Library to Your Door | No-cost home delivery of library materials can be provided to any City of Falls Church resident who cannot use our curbside service because they are physically unable. Learn more... |
| Local History Collection | The Local History Collection is in storage and inaccessible until the expansion and renovation of the library building (at 120 N. Virginia Avenue) is completed in May/June 2021. However, some historic photos, local death notices, and yearbooks can be accessed online. Learn more... |
| Quick Picks | Don’t want to scour the online catalog for specific books? We can pull and reserve a random assortment of books for you to pick up curbside! Great for picture books and easy readers... but also for adult fiction and other genres/formats. Learn more... |
| What to Read Next Recommendations | Need help finding good things to read? Tell us what you like and our library staff can make recommendations! Learn more... |
UNAVAILABLE Library Services, Programs & Resources
- Public Access to Library Building
- Book Club to Go Kits
- Book Donations
- Book Sales
- Computers, Printers, and Photocopiers
- Exam Proctoring
- In-Person Programs
- Local History Room & Collection
- Meeting and Study Rooms
- Volunteer Opportunities in the Library