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Temporary Library Cards and Expired Account Renewals

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In light of the ongoing pandemic and State, Federal, and City directives to help lessen the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, all libraries are closed. Since we still want every person in our region to have access to library resources despite being stuck at home, we are currently allowing people who do not have a library card to sign up for our “Easy Access Card”. These cards are designed to expire sooner than regular cards, but allow us to renew them as needed. This allows people to access our collection of ebooks, e-audiobooks, e-magazines, and online learning tools free of charge while their local library remains closed to limit the spread of the virus. If you are a resident of Plattsburgh, you may head to Plattsburgh Public Library’s website to sign up for their own temporary card. Otherwise, if you are a resident of Clinton, Essex, or Franklin county, you can email us at info2@cefls.org with your full name, date of birth (including the year), and a photograph of a piece of mail sent to your address as proof of residency. We will reply to you with the proper information for you to access our online resources. You may visit your local library once they’ve reopened to be issued a regular library card.

If you already have a card that has expired, you can email us at info2@cefls.org with your card number and we can renew the card temporarily for the duration of the stay-at-home period. Of course, you can visit your local library once they’ve reopened to renew your card in full.

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Temporary Library Closures and Changes

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The Clinton-Essex-Franklin Library System is closed as of March 19th until at least April 6th. Staff will work from home as needed to keep up with communications, projects, and clerical work. Below are the libraries currently closed or changed their services in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus in an attempt to help prevent the spread of the virus, especially to the most at-risk populations. This list may change as events develop. If you have any questions regarding your local library, please contact them directly. Despite many physical locations being closed, online library resources are still available with ebooks and e-audiobooks from Overdrive, e-audiobooks from RBdigital, digital magazines from Flipster, and other online learning and research tools.

Akwesasne Library and Cultural Center Closed Wi-Fi available with password found on library doors
Au Sable Forks Free Library Closed Call for curbside pickup, Wi-Fi available with password: Library1
Belden Noble Memorial Library in Essex Closed Wi-Fi available with password: readbooksdaily
Black Watch Memorial Library in Ticonderoga Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Champlain Memorial Library Closed Wi-Fi available with password: Bluebook23
Chateaugay Memorial Library Closed until at least April 20th Wi-Fi available with password: books4you
Chazy Public Library Closed Some services still available outside of building, including Wi-Fi
Dannemora Free Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Dodge Library in West Chazy Closed Wi-Fi available on DodgeLibrary network with password: books123
Dodge Memorial Library in Rouses Point Closed Contact for checkout details and Wi-Fi available outside of building
Elizabethtown Library Closed Some services still available outside of building, including Wi-Fi
Ellenburg Sarah A. Munsil Free Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Hammond Library in Crown Point Closed until at least April 20th Contact for checkout details and Wi-Fi available outside of building
Keene Public Library Closed Wi-Fi available with password: KeenePLSummer10928
Keene Valley Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building on Our_Guest network
Keeseville Free Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Lake Placid Public Library Closed Wi-Fi may not reach outside of building
Mooers Free Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Paine Memorial Library in Willsboro Closed until at least April 20th Wi-Fi available on Guests network with password: Freewifi2018
Peru Free Library Closed until at least April 21st Wi-Fi available outside of building
Plattsburgh Public Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Saranac Lake Free Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Schroon Lake Public Library Closed until at least April 20th Wi-Fi available with password: BooksRKey!
Sherman Free Library in Port Henry Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Tupper Lake Goff-Nelson Memorial Library Closed Some services and Wi-Fi still available during normal hours
Wadhams Free Library Closed for at least a few weeks Wi-Fi available outside of building
Waverly Reading Center Closed Contact for checkout details and Wi-Fi available outside of building
Wead Library in Malone Closed until at least March 31st Wi-Fi available outside of building
Wells Memorial Library in Upper Jay Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Westport Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building
Wilmington E.M. Cooper Memorial Library Closed Wi-Fi available outside of building

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Learn More about the COVID-19 Coronavirus

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There’s a lot of information swirling around regarding the latest coronavirus spreading throughout the world. But where can you find reliable information on the topic? Head over to our guide at cefls.org/coronavirus to get the most up-to-date information on the virus along with the best tactics on how to reduce the spread.

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The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing but the Truth

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You already know that not everything you read on the Internet is true. But where can you go to find out whether an article is accurate or not? The folks at MakeUseOf have written up the excellent piece entitled The 8 Best Fact-Checking Sites for Finding the Unbiased Truth.

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Get Ready for Summer Reading

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Libraries across the 3 counties are preparing for a Summer Reading Program of astronomical proportions this year! “A Universe of Stories” is this year’s theme, meaning that libraries will be setting up events and activities revolving around science, technology, and imagining about what lies in the final frontier. Keep your eyes on the events calendar to see what libraries have in store and check our Summer Reading page for more information about the program overall and how you can encourage … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Explore ‘A Universe of Stories’ with the myON digital library

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As part of Summer Reading at New York Libraries, the State Education Department and myON®, by Renaissance®, are partnering to bring thousands of enhanced digital books to children from birth through 12th grade and their families all around the state! When:May 1 through September 30, 2019 What’s available:• Unlimited, 24/7 access to the Renaissance myON® digital library, which includes more than 6,000 authentic fiction and nonfiction texts covering a broad range of themes and topics• Flexible supports—professionally recorded audio, text … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Free Teen Events for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

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Nearly 80% of females reported experiencing at least one incident of physical or sexual aggression by the age of 22. Get involved and change the stats! Attend free events for teens featuring nail art, temporary tattoos, snacks provided by Stewart’s Shops, and a movie. These events are brought to you by CEFLS and STOP Domestic Violence. They were made possible through generous funding from the National Library of Medicine (NLM), National Institutes of Health (NIH) under cooperative agreement number UG4LM012342 … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

STEAMing Up Your Library Programs – June 25, 2018

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What is the secret ingredient for developing and implementing successful STEAM programs? Whether your library is large or tiny, well-funded or not, incorporating STEAM programs shouldn’t be daunting, difficult or expensive. By offering STEAM classes to your community, your library can provide an opportunity for students of all ages to develop skills in communication, creativity, problem solving, critical thinking and analysis. Children, families, and adults will be encouraged to ask questions, learn transferable skills, and delve into basic scientific concepts. … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Financial Literacy Month

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Did you know that April is Financial Literacy Month? Help those who need to brush up on their personal finance skills save some cash by providing these great resources and taking advantage of a few yourself: Financial Literacy Compiled by CEFLS staff, this page has resources from all around the Internet, through the various information guides offered by CEFLS and member libraries, books, ebooks, and e-magazines. Consumer.gov Purposefully written in very simple language, this website developed by the Federal Trade … [CLICK TO READ MORE]