Answer:

The library's "limited re-opening" plan (starting June 22, 2020) is intended to protect the health of patrons and staff during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, and includes the following services:

• All MCPL locations are open by appointment only:
  • MCPL Wausau accepts appointments for computer lab use only.
  • MCPL branches accept appointments for computer lab use and limited browsing of the collection.
     
• All MCPL locations offer curbside pickup:
  • Library items may be requested using the online catalog, or contact us for direct assistance.
  • Reference materials (including tax forms, copies of articles, etc.) may be requested by contacting your local MCPL.

• All MCPL events are offered online or in the form of "grab & go" activities available for curbside pickup.

• Wisconsin's Digital Library (free e-books and mp3 audiobooks) remains available from home.

• MCPL's online resources (periodicals, online tutorials, research materials and more) remain available from home.

• Library card applications are accepted online.
   
• Wireless internet (Wi-Fi) is available from outside of the library:
  • MCPL Wausau offers Wi-Fi Mon.–Thu., 9 a.m.–8 p.m., and Fri.–Sat., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • MCPL branches offer Wi-Fi 24/7.

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Changes to the library's opening status will be considered at future meetings of the Library Board.

For the latest updates, please visit www.mcpl.us/coronavirus.

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The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has prompted changes to the library's day-to-day operations — all of which were implemented to maintain the health and safety of patrons and library staff — while continuing to provide quality library services. ... (read more)