Library Pandemic Guidelines

The Nutley Public Library is open and services have been expanded.
Please read through our guidelines for in-house services with current COVID-19 guidelines in place.
The well-being of the public and staff is our first priority.
Last Updated: March 29, 2022
Face Masks Optional for Entrance
Effective: April 1, 2022

Trends continue to indicate that we are moving from the pandemic to endemic stages of COVID-19. Based on the CDC’s most recent guidance, and the low rate of transmission as reported by the Governor and healthcare officials in Essex County, effective Friday, April 1, 2022, mask wearing is optional to enter the Nutley Public Library.

It is important to note that masks remain optional and acknowledge that wearing a mask is a personal choice. The Nutley Public Library fully supports anyone who chooses to wear a mask and expects all patrons and employees of the Library to be civil, respectful, and understanding of this choice.

We will continue to monitor local health data to inform library policies. Should COVID-19 cases rise again to significant levels, the Library may reinstate the indoor masking policy and will communicate that immediately.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Safety Measures & Guidelines
    • Maintain an acceptable distance of at least three (3) feet when in common areas and where lines may form.
    • Hand sanitizer dispensers are located throughout the building.
    • All children age ten (10) and under must be accompanied by a caregiver over the age of thirteen (13).
    • Anyone experiencing any symptoms of the flu or the Coronavirus should avoid coming into the Library.
  • Library Services Available
    • Request BCCLS items by phone at 973-667-0405 extension 2604, by email at library@nutleynj.org, through the BCCLS online catalog at bccls.org, or at the Reference Desk during visiting hours.
    • Borrowed materials can be returned at the Circulation Desk, or to the inside or outside book drop.
    • Attend an indoor, virtual, or outdoor program for all ages.
    • Children’s Story Time Room including toys, puzzles, puppets, and board games.
    • Teen and Children Room seating.
    • Periodical Room seating.
    • Meeting room use.
    • Study carrels.
    • English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
    • Apply for or renew a library card.
    • Information & reference requests.
    • Wi-Fi access for personal devices.
    • Public computers (first come, first served / limited to one (1) hour/day).
    • Children’s iPads (first come, first served / limited to 15 minutes/day).
    • Document scanning and printing.
    • Mobile printing from the library or home.
    • Self-service copy machines.
    • Digital collections.
    • Notary service: by appointment only. For an appointment, please call 973-667-0405 x2636.
    • Newspapers and reference materials.
    • Water fountain.
    • Vending machines.
    • Restrooms.
  • Important Message About System-Wide Hold Service for Nutley Public Library Card Members:
    • As of May 10, 2021, patrons are able to request, pick-up, and return items at any BCCLS member library.

     

    Information about Coronavirus (COVID-19):

     

  • Reviewed by Nutley Public Library staff and trustees: July 10, 2020; May 25, 2021; July 6, 2021; September 3, 2021; March 22, 2022.
    Last Updated: March 29, 2022