Herrin City Library Updates: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Stay home if you are not feeling well or experiencing flu-like symptoms. Contact your doctor or you can also call the SIH 24/7 COVID-19 hotline at 844.988.7800 if you have fever, cough, or concerns about exposure.

See our Covid-19 Resources Page for additional information.

Covid Information

Are there any library resources I can use if I do not want to come into the library?
Yes. The Herrin City Library added curbside pickup starting Monday, May 18, 2020. Read the Curb Side Service Page for more information. The Library provides a wide array of digital offerings, including eBooks, eMagazines and eAudiobooks for borrowing on our Cloud Library app, RBdigital app and our databases. Find our electronic resources page here. Find our databases: General One File and Testing & Education Reference Center here. You can also browse Herrin High School Yearbooks here. Check out our Learning and Fun at Home Page for resources to help you with reading books, reading magazines, listening to audiobooks, doing crafts, ideas to do with children, exercise and more.

What if my items are due? Will I accrue late fees?
The due dates for all checked-out circulating materials have been extended to one week after we reopen. No late fees should accrue on materials that were originally due during the closure period. You do not need to call the library to renew. We are automatically renewing all items and waiving all late fees incurred during the closure.

Can I drop off my materials in outdoor book drops?
The outdoor book drop is open. Please return all items in the outdoor book return. Indoor book returns are closed.

Why can’t I place new holds through the catalog?
Update: Holds from other libraries have been turned back on.

My library card is about to expire. How can I renew?
All accounts nearing their expiration dates in March and April will be renewed until June of this year.

I have a question about my account? Is there anyone that can help me?
If you have any questions about your account or how to access digital resources please call us at the library at 618-942-6109 or email the library at herrincitylibrary@gmail.com.

Important Notice: We will not be taking donations of any kind through August 15, 2020. Please check the website or call the library to find out if donations are allowed after the indicated date.

What You Can Do

Keep Yourself and Your Community Healthy

Cover your mouth with a tissue or your upper sleeve when coughing or sneezing.
Discard used tissues immediately.
Wash your hands often for at least 20 seconds with soap and water or use hand sanitizer that is 60–90% alcohol-based.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
Practice social distancing. Try to keep an optimal six-foot distance from other people.
Stay home if you are not feeling well or experiencing flu-like symptoms. Contact your doctor or you can also call the SIH 24/7 COVID-19 hotline at 844.988.7800 if you have fever, cough, or concerns about exposure.

Reliable Covid-19 Sources

Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
Within the state, IDPH and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) are a reliable first stop for information.

IDPH Resources of Note:

IDPH hotline for questions: 800-889-3931
Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities webpages
COVID-19 Social Distancing sign/poster

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
Nationally, the CDC is charged with monitoring the outbreak and routinely issues bulletins with updated information regarding COVID-19.

CDC Resources of Note:

Occupational Safety and Hazard Administration (OSHA)
OSHA provides guidelines for the prevention and control of the virus in a variety of workplace situations. This is especially useful regarding workplace cleaning measures.