CHATHAM, Va. â Beloved Pittsylvania County Public Library Outreach Coordinator and Bookmobile guru Myrna Herndon enjoyed a socially-distanced cupcake party Feb. 1 as she celebrated her last day after 28 years of service.
Herndon s lifework, the Pittsylvania County Public Library Bookmobile, dates back almost as far as the library s debut in 1939. The first Bookmobile was a loan provided as part of the Works Progress Administration in 1940 and was already so beloved that when the WPA tried to recall the vehicle in 1943, the library purchased it, said Lisa Tuite, library director. There have been many Bookmobiles in the years since, providing an essential service to many people and school children across the county who otherwise could not make use of the library.
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 and reduce interactions, several Pittsylvania County departments are temporarily updating their hours and services.
Each branch of the Pittsylvania County Public Library is closing its doors to the public and instead offering curbside pickup.
You can request items for pickup either on the Library website or by calling your branch. This updated service will last through at least Jan. 8.
The Pittsylvania Pet Center is open for adoptions by appointment only.
You can schedule an appointment by calling the Pet Center at 434-432-1989 or booking an appointment on the Pet Center Facebook page. This updated service will last through at least Jan. 8.