COVID-19 Information
COVID-19 Information
UPDATE: March 30, 2020, all branches of the Annapolis Valley Regional Library are closed to the public until futher notice. Our online services are still available. During this time, do not return materials to the library. No fines will be incurred during this period. Below, you will find links to updates from government and public health websites. Nova Scotia Government updates Updates and advice from Nova Scotia health professionals 811 Information - Online assessment, when to call, symptoms, and other information 211 - searchable services and programs offered by local community organizations NS Health Authority - Free online mental health resources Canadian Mental Health- Wellness hub includes information on COVID-19 Public Health Agency of Canada - downloadable posters for quick information Government of Canada: Coronavirus updates Outbreak updates, symptoms, travel advisories, and more. World Health Organization updates and alerts Explain it to kids - A Short NPR (US) article and comic on explaining the virus to children. Disaster Information: Current medical articles on the virus
All Annapolis Valley Regional Libraries CLOSED
All Annapolis Valley Regional Libraries CLOSED
Library Closure In order to limit the spread of COVID-19 all Annapolis Valley Regional Libraries are closed to the public. UPDATED:May 5, 2020: Due to Coronavirus – COVID-19 conditions, all locations of the Annapolis Valley Regional Library will be closed until further notice. The decision to reopen will be made in consultation with Nova Scotia Public Health authorities. Our online services are still available. During this period, please do not return materials to your library. No fines will be incurred during this period. All items now have a due date of June 15, 2020. Our website will be updated regularly with any additional information. Need a library card? When you fill out our on-line form, we will send your new card information to you by email or phone (if an email is not provided). If you have forgotten your PIN, or your card has recently expired, contact us here. For more information, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Borrow Online
Borrow Online
While our libraries are closed, you can still borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines online! We've added additional copies to help manage holds, and some new items as well. THIS LINK will take you to our Download page for ONLINE BORROWING. If you are having trouble with Overdrive, you may contact us at Overdrive@valleylibrary.ca When you finish a downloaded item, you can return it early to make it available for another user. Borrow online from HOOPLA. Read, listen, or watch from home. NEW! Read to your heart's content... Romance novels online from TumbleBooks. And more audiobooks, too, from TumbleBooks. Need a library card? When you fill out our on-line form, we will send your new card information to you by email or phone (if an email is not provided). If you have forgotten your PIN, or your card has recently expired, contact us here.
Lynda.com
Lynda.com
New to AVRL! Lynda.com is a leading online learning platform that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. AVRL cardholders now have access to the Lynda.com video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts. Visit Lynda.com and login with your AVRL Library Card number and PIN. Need a library card? Visit this page to sign up!
Creativebug
Creativebug
New to AVRL! Use your AVRL library card to access Creativebug and enjoy unlimited access to thousands of online art and craft classes. You have an all-access, no-boundaries pass to explore thousands of classes. People of all skill levels can work alongside instructors to learn craft techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
While our libraries are closed, we know you have questions. We will update this page as needed. Latest update: 5/19/20 If you are having any problems with your library card, please use the CONTACT US link. Will AVRL start to deliver books like some of the other library regions? While monitoring the information from Nova Scotia Public Health, we are working to develop a Library Take-Out service. We will begin to loan materials once we are confident that we can do this in accordance with the directives from the Health Protection Act. When will the Library Take-Out service begin? We are expecting to have this service ready in the upcoming weeks. In order to safely loan materials we must make sure that we have the proper procedures in place, staff training and PPE, cleaning supplies, and clear guidelines for staff and our customers. I have holds that are waiting for pickup. What will happen to those? If you have holds that are ready for pick-up, they will be held for you. Library staff will contact you by phone once we begin the Library Take-Out Service. Can I return my books? Not yet. We have closed our Book Drops until further notice. Please keep your materials for now. Once Library Take-Out begins, we will re-open the book drops. However, we will NOT be accepting book donations until further notice. Will fines be incurred on the library materials I have at home? No. There will be no fines during our closure period. All items now have a due date of June 15, 2020. Can I still get a library card? Yes, when you fill out our on-line form, we will send your new card information to you by email or phone (if an email is not provided). If you have forgotten your PIN, or your card has recently expired, contact us here. I usually use the Borrow by Mail Service. Will I still receive materials? Those who are currently registered with Borrow by Mail will be phoned by library staff once we begin the Library Take-Out service, to make arrangements for your book delivery. Please do not return materials to us at this time. There will be no fines incurred. Will I receive holds or bill notices during the closure? No, these notices have been suspended. I want to use the electronic resources, but I am having trouble. What should I do? If you need help with OverDrive contact us at Overdrive@valleylibrary.ca . For all other services please complete our Contact Us form. I have an Inter-library Loan due. Will that have fines? No fines will be incurred on those books either. Please keep them until the library book drops reopen.
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