COVID-19 INFORMATION
This is a challenging time, but the library is here to provide information that you can trust. This page contains updates about the library as well as access to reliable resources that have been checked by professional librarians for accuracy and quality of content. We look forward to seeing you in-person again in the future.
LIBRARY
UPDATE
Updated 3/5/21
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North Haven Memorial Library will be opening for walk-in browsing and computer-use by appointment beginning on April 5th, 2021.
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Browsing visits will be limited to 30 minutes or less,
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No studying or long-term visits will be allowed at this time.
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Computer use will be 45 minutes, by appointment only.
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We appreciate everyone's efforts with wearing masks above your nose and adhering to proper social distancing.
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Both practices will continue to be required for all visitors entering the library.
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(This includes wearing a mask when picking up Grab & Go items and returning items to the community room).
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The library will continue to offer Grab & Go pickup service. Haven't used this service yet? Please give us a call when you are on your way to the library, and we will get your available hold items bagged and ready for pickup when you arrive.
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Once the library staff is fully vaccinated, we anticipate being able to ease restrictions and allow longer visits to the library. In the meantime, the staff remains hard at work, and we are excited to announce that we will be increasing services!!
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NO LATE FEES will accrue while the library is closed
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We have extended North Haven library card expiration dates to June 2021 for cards recently expired or about to be expired so you can continue to access our digital resources.
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The library is NOT accepting book donations at this time
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Please DO NOT LEAVE donations outside of the library
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NEW for North Haven residents!! You can get a library card to access digital content!
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Zoom programming has started for both Children and Adults. Check out our Programs page for a listing of all.
Be part of living history - Document YOUR COVID-19 story here.
HEALTH &
GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
Updated 09/08/20
HEALTH RESOURCES
GOVERNMENT RESOURCES
- Town of North Haven's Emergency Alert Page
- Latest First Selectman Video Update
- 211 COVID-19 Info
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North Haven Senior Center (Call with questions for resources not listed)
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Access Health CT Health Insurance Coverage - Loss of job, qualify for HUSKY/Medicaid, etc.
JOB RESOURCES
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SkillUp - State of CT's new website for e-learning for the unemployed
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS
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24hr Disaster Distress Phone Line (English & Spanish)
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OR Text 66746
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
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Crisis Text TALK 741741
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North Haven Counseling Services
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203-239-5321 ask for extension 501
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Reach Out New Haven Therapy/counseling crisis intervention hotline, 1-800-273-8255)
FOOD: ACCESS, SAFETY & GROCERY SHOPPING
SUBSTANCE & DOMESTIC ABUSE
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24hr Disaster Distress Phone Line (English & Spanish)
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OR Text 66746
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1-888-385-4225 (English/Spanish)
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SAMHSA's National Helpline
LBGTQI+
FREE EDUCATIONAL & ENTERTAINMENT RESOURCES
Updated 05/29/20
We have collected free learning and entertainment resources for adult and children to use while at home. Click the links to go directly to the resources. Enjoy!
*Please note that some of the free resources may be free for a limited time only. Please check each resource for expiration period.
ADULT
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Broadway Musicals
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NASA
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Login ID: wbsupport
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Password: distancelearn
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CHILDREN
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COVID-19 science-based curriculum for elementary and middle-school aged children.
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Peabody Museum
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Username: tumble2020
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Password A3b5c6
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