Old Lyme’s PGN Library Transitions to Hybrid Service Model

OLD LYME — The Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library has now transitioned to a hybrid model of service as outlined below.

• 9am-1pm: Walk-Ins Welcome
• 1pm-5pm: Appointments required (45 minute appointments are offered at the top of the hour at 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm)
• 5pm-7pm: Walk-Ins Welcome

• 9am-1pm: Walk-Ins Welcome
• 1pm-5pm: Appointments required (45 minute appointments are offered at the top of the hour at 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm)

• 9am-1pm: Appointments required (45 minute appointments are offered at the top of the hour at 9am, 10am, 11am, and 12pm)

• Patron visits and appointments will be limited to 45 minutes per day. Patrons will be issued a card upon entry noting their visit end time.
• Meeting rooms will remain closed, but public seating will open. Tables will be limited to 1 person, and all soft seating will be rearranged to comply with social distancing protocols. 1 study room will be available for individual use (e.g. a zoom interview).
• Masks are required for all patrons over the age of 2, regardless of vaccination status. Any child under the age of 2 may visit without a mask provided that they are secured in a stroller or carrier throughout their visit and the accompanying parent/guardian must social distance on the child’s behalf. Parents/children who are unable or unwilling to do this will be asked to use curbside service.
• All patrons are required to comply with social distancing requirements.
• All patrons will be required to wash or sanitize their hands prior to entry.

• Young Adult Room: Limited to 2 patrons or 1 household
• Children’s Room: 6 patrons or 2 households
• Adult Space: Staff will monitor the space and limit entry when patrons are not able to comply with social distancing guidelines