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Libraries closed due to staffing shortages related to COVID-19

Madison Public Library has temporarily closed three more libraries for service on Monday, March 16 due to staffing shortages. Closed libraries are:

Alicia Ashman, 733 N. High Point Rd.
Goodman South Madison, 2222 S. Park St.
Hawthorne, 2707 E. Washington Ave.
Lakeview, 2845 N. Sherman Ave.
Meadowridge, 5726 Raymond Rd.
Monroe Street, 1705 Monroe St.
Pinney Library, 516 Cottage Grove Rd.

Currently open libraries are:

Central Library, 201 W. Mifflin St.
Sequoya Library, 4340 Tokay Blvd.

In addition, all meetings, programs and events happening at all libraries are cancelled indefinitely, and the Dream Bus has suspended service through April 5.

Library customers may use the library remotely by using LINKcat to place holds, check library card records, or renew items. Library items may also be renewed by calling Telecirc (608-242-4700) or any open library. The library's databases and downloadable audiobooks and eBooks are also accessible 24/7 with a library card.

For additional library updates, visit: https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/coronavirus
For a list of all library hours and locations, visit http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/locations
For downloadable audiobooks and ebooks, visit http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/ebooks
For LINKcat online library catalog, visit http://www.linkcat.info

About Madison Public Library
Madison Public Library’s tradition of promoting education, literacy and community involvement has enriched the City of Madison for more than 140 years.  Our nine locations throughout the City of Madison are open six days per week and welcome 2 million visits each year. Visit the library online at www.madisonpubliclibrary.org, madisonpubliclibrary on Facebook, @madisonlibrary on Twitter, or @madisonpubliclibrary on Instagram.
 

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