Library Reopening updates & COVID-19 Resources
Patrons no longer need to schedule an appointment to visit the library!
As COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, the library will continue offering curbside services:
- Remote Printing
- Copying
- Fax
- Finding and checking out recommended materials.
- Fulfilling hold requests.
- Looking up information for patrons.
- Outside wi-fi (Park and Learn service, look for ‘NCGUEST‘)
Remote Printing Available
To learn more, visit our how-to guide to sending your print requests to the library from anywhere.
Resources Available from Anywhere
Note: To access these resources, you must have a library card, know your PIN, and your account must be in good standing.
Downloadable Books and Audio Books
Streaming Movies
Learning & Current Events
Local Resources:
McDowell County COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Hotline
McDowell County Emergency Management has opened a non-emergency call center for questions concerning COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
The number for the COVID-19 Hotline is 828-559-9683 or 527-6687. The current hours for the hotline are from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The number is for non-emergency information for the public concerning the Coronavirus.
If you have an emergency, please call 911.
Childcare Resources
To access information and register for emergency childcare
throughout WNC visit: https://ymcawnc.org/emergency-childcare
Federal Resources:
Center for Disease Control (CDC)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
CDC’s Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/home/cleaning-disinfection.html
North Carolina Resources:
NC Coronavirus Hotline for Citizen Questions:
1-866-462-3821
NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS)
https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
NCDHHS- Frequently Asked Questions about the Coronavirus
https://www.ncdhhs.gov/frequently-asked-questions-about-covid-19
NC Emergency Management
https://www.ncdps.gov/ncem
McDowell County Emergency Services
http://www.mcdowellem.com/
McDowell County Health Department: Foothills Health District
http://www.foothillshd.org/tag/coronavirus/