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March 13, 2020

Greetings!

Providing safe and welcoming spaces is fundamental to the mission of Chelsea District Library. With the emergence of COVID-19 in Michigan, Library administrators continue to monitor the recommendations of the CDC, the State of Michigan, and the Washtenaw County Health Department regarding COVID-19 and its effect on the use of public spaces and library programming. CDL is taking the following steps:
  • CDL will remain open until 6pm Friday, March 13, 2020.
  • All programs and events are canceled through April 5.
  • The library will be closed until further notice effective Saturday, March 14.
  • Library administration and board is assessing this evolving health emergency. 
  • Updates will be posted on www.chelseadistrictlibrary.org.

Please know that these are not easy decisions for us to make. We are exploring ways to provide limited access to our community. The Library's robust schedule of programs, services, and resources are important for community members of all ages. However, out of an abundance of caution, we feel that this is the best way that the Library can support the State's efforts to discourage crowds during this challenging time.
Sincerely,
Lori Coryell
Director, Chelsea District Library
Service Changes & Program Cancellations
Program Cancellations
In the interest of preserving public health and safety, all library programs are canceled effective today through Sunday, April 5. Additionally, CDL meeting rooms will not be available for public use. We appreciate your understanding as we navigate the evolving recommendations from Local and State health agencies. Please click here for the most current calendar of events.
Library Fines Will be Suspended!
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We understand the challenging time that our community is experiencing. Effective immediately, all fines will be waived on overdue library materials. Can't leave your house? Do not let library due dates be a source of stress. The drop boxes are available to return materials as your health and schedule allow. If you are sick, please do not return library materials.
Know someone who might be interested in these programs? Please share!
Remote Access Library Resources!
Access WiFi at These Public Locations 24/7!
  • Chelsea District Library Property - including Parking Lot, Reading Garden, and Library Lawn
  • Lima and Sylvan Township Halls
Educational Resources Accessible Online
With the cancellation of schools, kids and parents may be restless and looking for resources to keep busy! CDL offers many stimulating educational resources for library cardholders!
Brainfuse HelpNow offers students live tutoring, SkillSurfer lessons, online writing assistance, and foreign language help! Set up an account with your library card and let the learning begin!
Britannica School offers n onfiction content geared for K-12 students. Includes over 132,000 encyclopedia articles, 103,000 images, 7,500 multimedia elements, more than 27,000 eBooks, and novels and essays
Scholastic Teachables is a Home School and Teacher's Best Friend. Save hours of prep time with our online treasure trove of ready-to-go lessons and activities for every grade, subject, and skill level.
Online Resources for
eBooks, Digital Magazines, Audiobooks, Music, and Movies
The one-tap reading app for eBooks and Audiobooks
Hoopla allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, and TV shows to enjoy on your digital devices including your TV!
Unlimited digital access to your favorite magazines. Read complete digital editions of popular magazines, check out current and back issues, and keep them for as long as you want!
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