It is with great sadness but also hope for the health and safety of our community that we share that Otsego District Library will be closed temporarily to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in our community. We realize that this may present a hardship to some of our patrons and regret that we must close.
Take care and stay safe! We love Otsego and hope you all stay safe and healthy during this unprecedented time.
Otsego District Library Director,
Andrea Estelle
Important Information to Know During the Closure
Why are you closed?
On Thursday, March 12, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued a mandate to close all Michigan schools grades K-12 through April 5 to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Whitmer also urged all Michigan residents to practice self-isolation by staying home. Otsego District Library considers the health of our patrons and staff a top priority. To help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 among the high number of residents who utilize our library locations on a daily basis, and thus increasing the risk of exposure to the rest of our community, we will comply with the Governor’s order.
What if I have library materials currently checked out?
****Please keep them until we reopen.**** Due dates and holds will automatically be extended to accommodate the closure period. Due dates on MelCat items will also be extended and new requests will not be filled at this time. Please note all drop boxes will be locked and unavailable during the closure.You will not accrue any fines during this time period.
Will any ODL services be available during the closure period?
While our physical building is closed, ODL offers a large variety of digital options including eBooks, eAudiobooks, eVideos, eMusic and eMagazines. Learn how you can “get digital” on our website at www.otsegolibrary.org.
How can I keep updated about the reopening of the library?
All service updates will be posted on the homepage of our website and on social media (Facebook)
COVID-19 Information & Resources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- The World Health Organization (WHO)
- Save the Children
- Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
- Kalamazoo County Government
- MLive
- How to Make Your Own Hand Sanitizer
- How to Explain Coronavirus to Children
- Help Kalamazoo: Essential Services Assistance
Important Michigan Notices & Information
- Michigan Income Tax Filing Extended to July
- Restoration of Public Water
- Michigan Elections
- 2020 Census
- Governor Whitmer’s Executive Orders
Food Resources
The following local organizations are providing free food services for families in need.
- Otsego Public Schools
- Michigan Public Schools Resource List
- St. Vincent de Paul Ministry – Otsego
- Christian Neighbors – Plainwell
- Michigan Meals Map
- Senior Services of Southwest Michigan Meals on Wheels
- MI Bridges (Food & Cash Assistance, State Emergency Relief
Financial Support/Resources
Important financial support information and resources.
