Announcing Contactless Pickup From MV Libraries

Vineyard Haven Library will be reopening our library book drop to accept returns starting Monday, June 8th. Due dates for all currently checked out items have been extended through June 30th and there is no need to return items immediately.  Items may only be returned at our curbside book drop, the book return slots at the entryway will remain closed. Returned items will be quarantined before being checked in, so there will be a delay between the date of return and when the item is removed from your CLAMS account. Martha’s Vineyard libraries are fine free, and no late charges will accrue.

All six Martha’s Vineyard libraries are happy to announce that contactless pickup of books, DVDs, and other library materials will begin the week of June 15, 2020. The schedule and procedures for pickup services will vary by library, so call or email your local library or visit their website for details. In the coming week, Vineyard Haven library staff will begin contacting patrons who already have items waiting on our holdshelf, to arrange pickup for those items beginning June 15th. Additional details on contactless pickup at Vineyard Haven Library can be found here: www.vhlibrary.org/contactless.shtml.

Martha’s Vineyard public libraries are committed to the health and safety of our staff and the public. We have worked closely with local Boards of Health, and following local and professional guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19, to develop an island-wide plan to resume library services in phases. When contactless pickup begins, library buildings will remain closed to the public, and all in-person public programs and meetings are suspended until further notice.

For library patrons who may continue to feel safer staying home, all libraries will continue to offer you digital materials, services, programs and support.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we adjust library services to serve you safely as conditions allow.