August 16, 2021 3:40 a.m.

In response to the rise in COVID-19 cases locally, staff with the Roseburg Public Library has closed the building and is returning to curbside service starting this week.

Library Director Kris Wiley said all in-person library programs have been canceled, effective immediately. That includes Wednesday craft sessions at Stewart Park and Saturday events in front of the library.

Wiley said library staff will provide contactless, curbside delivery in the library parking lot between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 pm. each Tuesday while the closure of the building remains in effect.

To take advantage of this option, patrons should log into their accounts and place holds at: https://roseburg.biblionix.com/catalog/, using their library card number and password. Call the library at 492-7050 for assistance.

To pick up materials, people should enter the library parking lot on Fowler Street and drive up to the main door, where staff will hand over items. Patrons are asked to remain in their vehicles and follow the posted instructions in the parking lot.

Library items can be returned at anytime in the new outside book drop in the northwest corner of the parking lot.