The Allen F. Pierce Free Library

Calling all: Robots, Princesses, Pilots, Doctors, Ghosties, Clowns, Aliens, and other costumed young people; Between Tuesday, October 27th and Saturday, October 31st, the Allen F. Pierce Free Library 'Treaters' (that's us), will be handing out goodie bags and books to our tricky "Treatees' (that's you). We will be doing this all week as long as supplies last! So, hop on your plane, boat, train, or broom; and join us at 34 Fenner Ave., Troy PA.... PS: Quietly Please!...After all, this IS a library!... PPS: Remember, our new hours are: 11-6 (Tue-Fri) 8-3 (Sat) Steve Bolt, Head Librarian &:-) Mrs. Lynn, Assistant

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Story House, a young person's site for listening to stories, songs and poems, is up and running. Go to: Groups and click on: Join. We add 2 new stories every week, picking from children's fiction and non-fiction selections here at the library.... See you soon! Steve Bolt, Librarian Lynn Rogers, Assistant

PA’s electronic library, Power Library, offers many on-line services that you will find especially useful during the COVID pandemic. To access all that Power Library has to offer, fill out the application for your free Power Library eCard at https://powerlibrary.auto-graphics.com/ and you will be ready to go. Among the treasures available: CHAT with a librarian: A free, statewide live chat service where real librarians answer questions 24/7. Families, and especially studen...ts K through college, can use the service to find quality information and resources for general research, homework questions, STEM and science fair projects, genealogy research, and more. To make best use of your CHAT time, have a clear question ready and be prepared to spend 10-15 minutes with the librarian. You can save chats by supplying an email address. Access CHAT at http://www.powerlibrary.org/chat . E-Resources: Provides access to thousands of full-text periodical articles, newspapers, photographs, charts, maps, and reference materials for Pennsylvanians of all ages. Resource categories include Auto & Small Engine Repair; Biography; Business; College Resources; Education; Elementary School Resources; Find A Book; General Reference; Health & Science; High School Resources; Literature; Middle School Resources; Newspapers & Magazines; and Spanish Language. Access E-Resources at http://www.powerlibrary.org/e-resources . Job Hunting Resources: PA CareerLink, PA’s premier job-matching tool. The user-friendly job-matching system was created to connect employers and job seekers all in one place, free of charge. Access at https://www.pacareerlink.pa.gov/jponline/. Resume Builder, an easy fill-in-the-blank process allows you to add your information (contact information, experience, education, etc.) and leads to a finished resume in PDF format that you can save or email. Access at https://ilead-resume.powerlibrary.org/. Pennsylvania Career Guide, whether you are a student, an educator, a first-time jobseeker, a parent or a person considering a career change, you will find that the Pennsylvania Career Guide is a valuable resource as you make those all-important career decisions. Access at https://www.workstats.dli.pa.gov//Caree/Pages/default.aspx Power Teens: Research resources for teens. Access at https://teens.powerlibrary.org/ Power Kids: Discover all that Power Library has to offer just for kids. Access at https://kids.powerlibrary.org/ Use your library’s on-line resources and Stay safe!

We’ve taken the next step in our plan to cautiously reintroduce normal operations at the Allen F Pierce Free Library. Starting Tuesday, July 7, 2020 our adult, teen and tween patrons will be able to browse the stacks for books, audio books and DVDs to check out. Of course in these times masks will be required as will gloves or sanitizing hands prior to browsing. We’ve also designated a desk in our computer area for those using their laptop to access our Wi-Fi hot spot. ...The library restroom remains available for emergency use only. Users will be responsible for sanitizing it after use according to the protocols posted in the restroom. Library access is still by the Fenner Street front door, however, handicap access is available at the backdoor just knock or ring for assistance. For patron and staff safety, all library transactions will continue to handled at the shielded portion of the front librarian’s desk. When we are able to accommodate children’s play and browsing activities, library group programs, patron socializing, public meetings, etc we’ll let you know. Until then, please stay safe and together we will all help overcome this pandemic. See more

NEW LIBRARY HOURS Starting 1 July 2020, the Allen F Pierce Free Library will be open from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. On Saturday, the library will be open from 08:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday, except during the summer when the hours will be 08:00 am to Noon.

ALLEN F PIERCE FREE LIBRARY COMPUTER CATALOG 1. FIND A BOOK OR CD, OR DVD, OR AUDIO BOOK ON YOUR COMPUTER AT HOME OR ON THE COMPUTER WE’VE RESERVED FOR YOU AT THE LIBRARY; 2. PROVIDE THE LIBRARIAN WITH THE TITLEs & AUTHORS OF THE MATERIALS YOU WISH TO CHECK OUT;... 3. THE LIBRARIAN WILL ACCESS YOUR REQUESTED ITEMS AND DELIVER THEM TO YOU IN A BAG AT THE CHECKOUT DESK. 4. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE, CALL OR ASK THE LIBRARIAN.

COVID19 AFPFL PUBLIC COMPUTER USE One public computer will be available during COVID19 It can be used, for up to 30 minutes/session, for task needs, but not for recreation. ... Computer use can be reserved by calling 570.297-2745. If not otherwise reserved, the computer can be used on a first-come, first served basis. The library’s Wi-Fi is available immediately outside the building. Best reception is on the Fenner Avenue side of the library. During COVID19, we cannot provide space inside the library for Wi-Fi use. Access the library Wi-Fi at TroyPl_Guest; password: piercelibrary2745

COVID19 AFPFL OPERATING PROTOCOLS 1. Please use the main library door on Fenner Ave. All other doors are locked. 2. Please return all library books and materials using the BOOK DROP located next to the other front door. Do not bring them into the library.... 3. All who enter here must wear a mask and maintain six (6) social distance. 4. During COVID19, the only library services offered will be return and checkout of books, audio books, CDs and DVDs and use of one public computer for task purposes. Recreational computer use is not supported. 5. A maximum of three patrons may be in the library at a time. If necessary, please wait your turn outside. 6. For your protection, due to the COVID19 infection control measures, restroom facilities are not available until further notice. 7. Notify a librarian if you have or have been exposed to a COVID19 infection. 8. Sorry!! The library cannot accept donations of used books, CDs, audio books, DVDs or other materials until we lift COVID19 restrictions.

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Media Maven Volunteer(s) needed. The guy currently maintaining our website and Facebook page is 77 years old (that's me)! It is about time we found someone younger who knows how to best use our current and new digital media outlets to show the world what our library offers. A maven is an 'expert' and that's what we need. If you have the skills, are creative, and would like to showcase your talents, we can provide the opportunity. Build your resume while helping build the library's community presence. Contact Curt Bayer at 570-596-3086, or Library Director Steve Bolt at the library.