Important Library Announcements-
2020 Presidential Election Official Drop Boxes:
Official
Ballot Drop Boxes can be found near the front doors of the Chico,
Durham, Gridley, Oroville and Paradise Branch Libraries.
All
Drop Boxes will be available
October 5, 2020 – Election Day November 3, 2020, 8PM
For more information please see the following websites:
BUTTE COUNTY LIBRARY COMPUTER ACCESS AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS IMPACTED BY THE NORTH COMPLEX WEST ZONE FIRE
In an effort to assist residents impacted by the North Complex West Zone Fire, the Butte County Library will offer computer access to survivors beginning Wednesday, September 23. All library branches, except Biggs, will have a limited number of computers available to use for FEMA application, insurance and other related paperwork. There is no need to be a library member; guest passes will be available allowing impacted residents computer access for up to an hour. Computer usage and Wi-Fi access for general purposes remains suspended.
To comply with COVID-19 reopening guidelines, and for the safety of library staff and patrons, social distancing measures will be in place. Library patrons are required to wear face coverings, in accordance with California Department of Public Health face covering guidance. Butte County Library staff members are available by phone at 530.552.5652, Tuesday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM.
BUTTE
COUNTY LIBRARY OPEN FOR LIMITED SERVICES
For the remainder of the summer, Butte County Library branch hours are as follows:
- Biggs
Branch: Tuesday Noon-6PM and Saturday 10AM-4PM
- Chico
Branch: Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-4PM
- Durham
Branch: Tuesday-Wednesday Noon-6PM, Thursday-Friday 10AM-5PM
- Gridley
Branch: Tuesday-Wednesday Noon-6PM, Thursday-Saturday 10AM-4PM
- Oroville
Branch: Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-4PM
- Paradise
Branch: Tuesday and Thursday 1PM-6PM, and Saturday 11AM-4PM
We have a new phone number!
As part of County phone upgrade, Butte County Library has a new phone number! All library patrons, regardless of their home branch, should call the library at 530.552.5652 Tuesday through Saturday from 10AM-5PM, for all of their library needs. Individual branch numbers are discontinued. Literacy Services can still be reached at 1.888.538.7198 or email Literacy@buttecounty.net.
To
comply with COVID-19 reopening guidelines, and for the safety of
library staff and patrons, social distancing measures will be in
place. Library patrons are required to wear face coverings, in
accordance with
California
Department of Public Health face covering guidance
,
and will be requested to keep their library visit to 30 minutes or
less. Computer facilities, sitting furniture, and in person programs
will remain suspended until further notice.
Library programs and online
services are available on the Butte County Library website,
Facebook and Instagram.
Butte County Library is now offering curbside services at all library branch locations.
After receiving notice that your holds are available to pick up-
Butte County Library is offering curbside services at all library branch locations. Butte County residents will be able to reserve items online through their library card, by phone at 530.552.5652, or e-mail. Patrons may pick-up their reserved items using a curbside holds pickup service. From here you can select a 30-minute appointment to pick up your library holds curbside.
During this time:
- All library branch locations are accepting returns.
- Donations cannot be accepted.
- All meeting room reservations are cancelled until further notice.
- WiFi is available for use with your own device.
- Computer facilities and printing are not available.
Things you can do at home!
Stay in touch, stay tuned:
Camp Fire Recovery Resources
For official information about Camp Fire recovery resources, please visit Butte County Recovers, a joint effort of Butte County and the Town of Paradise.