CORONAVIRUS
All Maine residents over 16 years old are now eligible for COVID 19 vaccinations, and It’s very exciting how easy it is to get a vaccination these days – some without a prior appointment. FMI visit the AFCI website: www.agefriendlybethel.org. or https://www.maine.gov/covid19/vaccines/vaccination-sites#mobileunits.
OPPORTUNITIES
AFCI/ Telstar Interact Handy Neighbor Day June 5: students will get community service credit by performing your spring outdoor chores (to request student help: 824-4444).
The next Community Supper at the Bethel Alliance Church is on Wednesday, May 26, 4:30-6:00. Go to the church parking lot; meals are delivered to your car. If you cannot drive yourself, AFCI can deliver your food – call 824-4444 at least two days ahead.
No appointment necessary: Danbury Library lifting some COVID restrictions
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DANBURY Browsing the shelves for a new read will soon be possible again at Danbury Library.
Danbury Library will reopen next Monday, March 22 for in-person browsing, with no appointments required. The main floor, newly renovated junior library, and the music, movies and language center will be open.
Masks and social distancing will be required. Public restrooms, meeting space, study pods, sitting areas and faxing services are not available.
“As an essential city asset, the Danbury Library is committed to being a welcoming destination, responsive to the needs of our city’s diverse community, and a source of inspiration through words and ideas,” the library said in a press release announcing the opening.
Bethel Library to close for 2 1/2 weeks due to COVID
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A Statue of P.T.Barnum by sculptor David Gesualdi stands in front of the Bethel Library on Greenwood Avenue in Bethel Thursday, July 12, 2018.Carol Kaliff / Hearst Connecticut Media
BETHEL The Bethel Library will close beginning next Monday due to the rise in coronavirus cases in the state and the expected increase over the holidays.
Only curbside services will be available. In-person computer appointments will be suspended until after Jan. 6. The book drop box will remain open. Fines will be waived until Jan. 6.
During this time, staff will reconfigure the computer lab to better ensure social distancing, the library said. Staff will also train on new software and services to better support the community during the pandemic.