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Timberland to begin reopening libraries

Timberland Regional Library announced Wednesday that it will begin reopening its libraries in phases, after closing down due to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Here are some key dates for libraries in Olympia, Lacey and Tumwater.

Olympia

Library takeout window service, self-checkout, self-service copy/scan/fax and limited browsing has been underway since last week.

March 25: It will begin accepting computer reservations.

April 1: Computer access will be offered by reservation only.

April 5: New fiction and non-fiction browsing will be allowed.

Lacey

Starting April 1, the library will take reservations for computer use, offer self-checkout, allow browsing of all collections and library takeout by request.

Tumwater

March 16: Self-service holds can be picked up and limited browsing of collections will be available.

March 30: Patrons can begin reserving computers.

April 1: Computer access will be allowed by reservation only.

For more information about the phased reopening of area libraries, go to: https://www.trl.org/

This story was originally published March 17, 2021 at 4:37 PM.

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Rolf Boone
The Olympian
Rolf has worked at The Olympian since August 2005. He covers breaking news, the city of Lacey and business for the paper. Rolf graduated from The Evergreen State College in 1990. Support my work with a digital subscription
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