Despite the wind that’s whipping across the country roads, the library is open until 8:00pm. If the weather deteriorates, however, we may run on shortened hours.
Stop back on our blog, check the Kelo closeline, or follow us on Facebook to stay up to date on library closings. You can also call to double check our status before driving out.
Have a safe and warm day.
The library is open from 10am-2pm today (Friday, January 17). If roads start closing, we will close earlier. If in doubt, please call ahead.
Also, we currently have no snow removal services, so wear your boots if you don’t want snow in your shoes!
Meinders Community Library will be closed Saturday, January 18, due to blizzard warning now in place. If you still need blizzard books, check out our digital platforms as found on our quick links page.
You do not need to stop out to renew your items or return them to the drop box. Simply call or email and we can take care of that for you.
Stay safe and warm, and have a wonderful weekend!
Be good, be safe, and have fun!
If school is closed tomorrow, the library may be closed or have reduced hours. Follow our blog or Facebook to keep up to date. And if all else fails, please call before heading out here.
You still have time to pick up your reading materials before the holiday weekend.
With the impending storms, it’s a good time to remind you of whether the weather will close us down or not–and how we will let you know when it does.
Closures can be noted on our blog, Facebook page, or any other social media you may follow us at. If in doubt, call the library before heading out.
Often, inclement weather can delay delivery. This week, delivery is scheduled for Tuesday and Saturday. At the moment, both of these days look a little iffy. Again, we will post changes or delays on our blog, Facebook, and other social media. Providing us with your email is the best way to find out when your hold has been processed and is ready for pick up. This can eliminate unnecessary trips to the library.
If you need reading materials to tide you over while we are closed, you can hop on one of our digital platforms and download free ebooks or audiobooks. Simply click the quick links tab to enjoy our digital library from your preferred device.
Have a happy and safe holiday weekend!
Friday’s delivery will occur as always.
The Pipestone County Fair is a pivotal event each summer. Beyond the animals, rides, music, and shows, the fair signals the winding down of summer. Everyone busies themselves with fitting in last minute visits to the lake or an afternoon at the water park. They have cook outs and bonfires with family and friends. All with the intention of soaking up the last rays of summer before Labor Day weekend.
For the library, the fair represents something fresh and new, as it often ushers in our week of cleaning and maintenance. This year, Meinders Library will be closed for its annual upkeep August 5th-10th. Thanks to the wonderful custodial staff at PAS, we will reopen on Monday, August 12 dust-free and with floors clean enough to eat off of.
During that time, Emily and I help facilitate a literacy training for teachers and librarians in southwestern Minnesota. It’s our time to connect with professionals, discuss books, and learn about trends in the youth publishing industry. We always come back from this refreshed and ready to start the new school year.
As avid readers ourselves, we highly recommend you stock up on books, DVDs, and STEM backpacks next week so you won’t be left without something to do.
That said, our digital platforms are never closed. You can access Overdrive, RBDigital, and ebooks MN from the comfort of your home. All you need is a device, your library card, and access to the internet. Books will not be due while we are closed, though the book drop will be checked on a regular basis.
On hold items delivered during our closure will be available Monday, August 12 at 10am.
For those planning out the rest of their summer, we will also be closed over Labor Day weekend.
