Beginning August 6, the Roy R. Estle Memorial Library will open Tuesdays and Thursdays for limited hours so our patrons can browse the collection and check out materials.  9:00am - 11:00am Older & at-risk patrons only.  4:00pm - 6:00pm All patrons.  We ask that anyone under the age of 16 please be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

We will also continue with the no-contact pick up service for anyone who does not feel safe entering our building.  Current patrons are welcome to call the library (515-992-3185) or email us (webmaster@dallascenter.lib.ia.us) to request materials be checked out to your account.  We will set your items outside in a bag with your name on it for pickup.

IF YOU CHOOSE TO VISIT THE LIBRARY, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES:

     If you are sick, think you may be sick, or have a fever or cough, please do not enter the building.  You may utilize our no-contact pick up service instead. 
    
     Please wear a face covering.  Free paper masks will be available at our entrance.
    
     Hand sanitizer will be available upon entry to the building and can be used again as you leave.
    
     Please do not bring materials inside the library.  You may place returns in the outside dropbox and it will be emptied once a day with all materials sanitized and quarantined for 3 days upon check in. 
    
     At this time, our building is only open for browsing and checking out materials.  There will not be computers, restrooms, reading areas or other services available. 

Due to the health and safety of our patrons and employees we are not accepting donations at this time.  We will let you know when we resume taking donations.  

The health and safety of our employees and the community remain our number one priority and we hope to see you soon.

A Message from the Director:

Library Director
Meet Shelly Cory, Director of the Dallas Center Library

Since 2013, we have been on a mission to provide the residents of Dallas Center with a larger library space.   This has been a long road with many detours, speed bumps, caution signs and the occasional Dead End.  But I am very pleased with where this particular path has led us.  In June we began Phase 1 of our addition/remodel plan, and we now have a beautifully updated circulation desk and staff area.  Because the bids for Phase 2 came in lower than estimated, we will begin the addition in September.  This addition will provide the library with more space, a teen area, study room and a community/program room. 

This is great news during this unprecedented time.  As the library continues to open back up to the public in a phased approach, we will have a larger, updated space to offer the community.  Because of incredible financial support from the Penny Burnett Trust along with many generous donations from local residents, and a portion of LOST funds, we are very close to our goal for completing this project.  We will continue to apply for grants and fundraise for the remaining amount to cover the final finishes. 

If you are interested in donating or helping in any way, please contact the library staff, City Hall or library board members.  Thank you so much to anyone who has helped so far, whether it be financially, volunteering, or just supporting our project.  This is a great community and I am proud to be a part of it. 

Stay tuned for more information and stay healthy!
Shelly Cory

Story Time

Stay tuned for the details for our Story Times in September.

 

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Lit Wits: 
    Stay tuned for more info regarding the fall. 

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