News
Good News!
The library will be reopening for limited hours beginning Monday, September 14, 2020.
We will be open for patrons to browse the collections, check out materials, use the catalog computers, and shop for used books. We will have 2 public-use computers available. We will also be available to make copies or send faxes for you.
You must make an appointment in advance to come into the library, and appointments will be for 30 minutes, starting on the half hour, from 10am-4pm, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and 5:30pm-7:30pm on Wednesday. You can make your appointment and requests by phone (860) 379-7235 or email staff@beekleylibrary.org. We recommend calling the library during the hours we are open. Please wait for confirmation of your appointment before heading to the library.
Curbside service will continue to be available during these open hours. Patrons can make requests by calling or emailing the library. When we have the items you requested, we will make an appointment for you to pick them up.
You can see what’s new by visiting our website: www.beekleylibrary.org. Click on the “Catalog” button and then on “New to the Collection.” Each month has a plus (+) button, which provides a drop-down list of what was added to the collection during that particular month. And, remember, you can search the library’s entire collection through the on-line catalog.
We are also processing interlibrary loans again. You may make your requests during in-person visits, over the phone, or on-line at beekley.ill@gmail.com
We can't wait to see you!
Please read through our reopening guidelines carefully:
The library will be reopening for limited hours beginning Monday, September 14, 2020.
We will be open for patrons to browse the collections, check out materials, use the catalog computers, and shop for used books. We will have 2 public-use computers available. We will also be available to make copies or send faxes for you.
You must make an appointment in advance to come into the library, and appointments will be for 30 minutes, starting on the half hour, from 10am-4pm, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and 5:30pm-7:30pm on Wednesday. You can make your appointment and requests by phone (860) 379-7235 or email staff@beekleylibrary.org. We recommend calling the library during the hours we are open. Please wait for confirmation of your appointment before heading to the library.
Curbside service will continue to be available during these open hours. Patrons can make requests by calling or emailing the library. When we have the items you requested, we will make an appointment for you to pick them up.
You can see what’s new by visiting our website: www.beekleylibrary.org. Click on the “Catalog” button and then on “New to the Collection.” Each month has a plus (+) button, which provides a drop-down list of what was added to the collection during that particular month. And, remember, you can search the library’s entire collection through the on-line catalog.
We are also processing interlibrary loans again. You may make your requests during in-person visits, over the phone, or on-line at beekley.ill@gmail.com
We can't wait to see you!
Please read through our reopening guidelines carefully:
- Masks: All library users over the age of 2 must wear a mask when inside the library. Masks must be worn correctly, covering both mouth and nose. Bandanas and neck gaiters are not acceptable. Staff will be wearing face masks as well. • Please use the hand sanitizer as you enter the building.
- There will be a limited number of patrons allowed in the building at one time (4 individuals or one family). Please plan for a short visit. We are asking that you limit your visit to 30 minutes.
- Returning materials: Our normal 1 and 3-week loan periods, depending on item type, are in effect. We no longer have overdue fines, but we ask you to please continue to follow all due dates on items checked out. Please note that all materials are being quarantined for 72 hours upon return so they will not be removed from your account immediately.
- Please use the book drop to return material instead of returning it in person. The exterior book drop, located behind the library, is open as usual.
- You may use one of two computer stations during your in-library visit and you will be limited to one 30-minute time slot daily. There are hand sanitizers at all the computers, and staff will wipe down surfaces between use.
- Three laptops are also available for use outside the library on our grounds. Wifi access is available in the garden, outside the front door, under the crab apple trees in the traffic circle, or in your car.
- Social distancing: Please maintain a 6-foot distance between yourself and other library users or staff. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Plexiglass safety barriers are in place at all public service desks. Please help keep our staff safe by remaining behind these barriers.
- The staff will be happy to make copies and send faxes for you.
- The Children’s Room can be tight quarters, so we will have to restrict use to one family at a time, and toys have been removed.
- During this phase of reopening, the following services will not be available: lounge seating and study tables, conference room, public bathrooms and water fountains, and all meetings.
- As always, online resources such as ebooks, e-audiobooks, e-magazines, movies, music, and online learning are also available.
- Although we have had to cancel all of our in-house programs, we will continue to offer virtual programs. Visit our website www.beekleylibrary.org for program announcements or email us at staff@beekleylibrary.org to sign up for notifications.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please let us know by phone or email. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Zoom Programs
(Send us an email at staff@beekleylibrary.org and we’ll reply with the link and passcode to
join our Zoom programs.)
join our Zoom programs.)
Knot! Knot! Knot! With Local Macramé Artist Linda Dick
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Hanging Feather Ornament, ages 8+
Friday, October 16th at 6:30 pm 
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Thanksgiving Table Trivets, ages 12+
Friday, November 13th, at 6:30 pm 
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Macramé Necklace and Earrings, ages 12+
Friday, December 11th, at 6:30 pm 
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Contact us at staff@beekleylibrary.org to sign up and arrange for material pick-up
Beekley Book Club -- Wednesday, October 21st
Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult
#1 New York Times Best Seller. With richly layered characters and a gripping moral dilemma that will lead readers to question everything they know about privilege, power, and race, Small Great Things is the stunning new page-turner from Jodi Picoult.
“A novel that puts its finger on the very pulse of the nation that we live in today . . . a fantastic read from beginning to end, as can always be expected from Picoult, this novel maintains a steady, page-turning pace that makes it hard for readers to put down.” San Francisco Book Review
Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult
#1 New York Times Best Seller. With richly layered characters and a gripping moral dilemma that will lead readers to question everything they know about privilege, power, and race, Small Great Things is the stunning new page-turner from Jodi Picoult.
“A novel that puts its finger on the very pulse of the nation that we live in today . . . a fantastic read from beginning to end, as can always be expected from Picoult, this novel maintains a steady, page-turning pace that makes it hard for readers to put down.” San Francisco Book Review
Zoom, Zoom Story Times!
Join Miss Nicole Friday mornings at 10:30 for books, story telling, the felt board, bubbles and music. Your favorite finger puppets have missed you and they’ll be back too. We can’t wait to see you again!
Join Miss Val for Pajama Story Time on Thursday evenings at 7:00 for stories, songs and activities. See your old friends again or come for the first time and make new ones.
Join Miss Val for Pajama Story Time on Thursday evenings at 7:00 for stories, songs and activities. See your old friends again or come for the first time and make new ones.
Below are some links we hope you'll find helpful. We'll update them as more information is available.
(For a convenient drop-down menu to these links -- and more -- click on the "More" tab, then on "Suggested Websites." )
Health
Center for Disease Control and Prevention – up to date information from the federal government.
State of Connecticut Coronovirus Information Center - information and resources from the state and Governor Lamont's office.
Harvard Medical School Coronavirus Resource Center – consumer and factual information with regular updates.
The New York Times Coronavirus Briefing – free access to articles from the New York Times on news and guidance to the outbreak. You’ll need to sign in for the complimentary access.
For Children and Adults
How to Homeschool When You Never Wanted to Homeschool – a Facebook page with advice and additional links to helpful websites. You may need a Facebook account to access this.
Easy Access to RBDigital now available- For anyone having problems accessing ebooks or audiobooks through our streaming services - No Library Card Required! Students and patrons can visit RBDigital and select the register option on the right side of the page and follow these simple steps. Create a user name and password and use ctstatelib20 for the access code. Provide first name, last name, e-mail, and postal code. Check the box to accept the terms of service and privacy policy and click on the register button. That’s all there is to it. They can now access the Connecticut State Library’s eAudio and eBook collection from RBDigital!
The Internet Archives. A nonprofit group, it has millions of books, films, old radio shows, classic video games, concerts, and over 900 dinosaur books and more than 14,000 Grateful Dead recordings! This guide from their blog will help you navigate this huge resource.
www.AudioBookCloud.com - all ages audio book database
Direct Link: https://www.audiobookcloud.com/autologin.aspx?U=tumble2020&P=A3b5c6
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6
Scholastic Learn at Home - Day-by-day projects to keep kids reading, thinking, and growing.
Username: Learning20
Password: Clifford
Scholastic has added additional resources not included in it's Learn at Home website. All of them are available with the same username and password above.
BookFlix - PreK-3
TrueFlix - Grades 3+
ScienceFlix - Grades 5+
Watch & Learn Library - PreK-3
World Book - free access to World Book Online resources for K-12 through April 30, including World Book Early Learning, Kids, Student, and Advanced.
Username: wbsupport
Password: distancelearn
PBS For Kids - provides videos and games for children and information for parents.
The Tumblebooks Library offers ebooks and audiobooks for grades K-12. They have made their website available to all patrons of the Beekley Library at no charge.
www.TumbleBookLibrary.com - K-6 children's ebook database:
Username: tumble735
Password: books
www.TumbleMath.com - K-6 math ebook database
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6
www.TeenBookCloud.com - gr 7-12 ebook database
Direct Link: https://www.teenbookcloud.com/autologin.aspx?U=tumble2020&P=A3b5c6
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6
Audible, a provider of audiobooks through Amazon is providing free audiobooks for children.
Imagineering in a Box - a free free online program from Disney of 32 videos that brings together the diverse talents of Disney Imagineers around the world for a one-of-a-kind learning experience.
JLG Gold Standard eBooks and Audiobooks for Elementary, Middle School and High school students. JLG Digital gives you and your readers unlimited access to books from any device. There is no limit to the number of users, and titles enter and exit the digital stream regularly so there are always new picks available.
MackinVIA provides access to thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, read-alongs, databases and videos in over 25 categories for preK through 12. To sign in our username is Beekley and the password is Library.
Storyline Online. From the Screen Actors Guild, streaming videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside creatively produced illustrations. Readers include Viola Davis, Chris Pine, Lily Tomlin, Kevin Costner, Annette Bening, James Earl Jones, Betty White and dozens more.
research it CT is a free service from the State Library that includes educational databases, magazines newspapers and more. Easy access is available with a library card and the state is currently working to provide access to those without a card.
Arts and Culture
Kanopy - you would normally limited to 10 films per month with Kanopy but they have added movies that are credit free and will not be counted towards your limit. Kanopy for Kids is free and has no limit to the number of videos you can view.
Google Arts & Culture - our Museum Passes aren't available but you can visit over 2,500 museums around the world. Tabs at the top of the home page allow you to explore randomly or search for specific museums and collections. If you don't find the one you want, a Google search will bring you there. You can also visit five National Parks.
The Norfolk Chamber Music Festival is featuring a series of performances from the Music Shed for you to enjoy in your own home on both their Facebook and Instagram pages. The award winning Viano String Quartet who performed the last two summers at the Beekley and became instant favorites of those who attended are among those included. New concerts will be added on Tuesday and Thursday.
Opera and Classical Music is available to stream for free on a number of sites. The Metropolitan Opera is hosting Nightly Met Opera Streams. The performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. EST and will be available to stream for 20 hours. The New York Philharmonic Orchestra has free concerts on its NY Phil Plays On, as does the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra at their Digital Concert Hall.
BBC Radio. Much more than just the news, BBC Radio stations also offer drama, mysteries, comedy, culture, music from alternative to classical, documentaries and more. Each channel has archived programs and hundreds of podcasts. Download the app, BBC iPlayer Radio, on your phone, tablet or PC and explore more than 15 stations
The Internet Archives. A nonprofit group, it has millions of books, films, old radio shows, classic video games, concerts, and over 900 dinosaur books and more than 14,000 Grateful Dead recordings! This guide from their blog will help you navigate this huge resource.
Streaming Now: From Broadway to Now Hear This. From PBS - Enjoy our spring programming featuring some of our Broadway’s Best lineup, Now Hear This, and two centennial celebrations. In these unprecedented times, we hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy. All of us at Great Performances are dedicated to carrying on our legacy of bringing the best of the performing arts to you. Through May 27th.
The Best Live Theater to Stream Online. From Timeout, some of the best theater, opera, dance and cabaret performances you can watch today without leaving your house or apartment, many of which will help you support artists at a difficult time. The list is updated everyday so continue to come back to it.
The Royal National Theatre and Bloomsbury Drama offer hundreds of plays from the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, BBC Drama and Films and many more. Use the username and password BeekleyLibrary and magnolias to login on the home page.
The New Britain Museum of American Art. Stay connected with the NBMAA through their online access portal. View collections and exhibits as well as a series of informative lectures, guides and stay at home crafts and activities.
Help support the library every time you shop at Amazon with Amazon Smile. Shopping at Amazon Smile is no different from shopping at Amazon with the added benefit that you are also donating to the library with every purchase. Click on the Donate tab above to learn more.
Now Available at The Beekley!
Acorn TV -- the best in British TV and Film! Watch 80+ exclusive shows -- world-class mysteries, dramas, and comedies -- from Britain and beyond. With thousands of hours of commercial-free programming.
The Great Courses Library Collection! Unlimited access to the worlds most engaging professors, covering a wide variety of subjects.
Stingray Qello -- Full-length Concerts, Music, and Documentaries! Over 1,500 of the most amazing live moments of music streamed on-demand to just about any digital device.
IndieFlix -- Movies and Classic TV! Streaming video with unlimited access to thousands of titles.
ACT/SAT Test Prep! Comprehensive self-paced program proven to raise scores.
LearnItLive! Health and wellness live and on-demand classes and quick tip videos.
All available through RBdigital mobile apps or online in your browser. Click on the Resources tab above for more information.
Streaming Video with Kanopy! Watch over 30,000 films including must see classics from The Criterion Collection, your favorite documentaries from PBS, or dramas from BBC. Indulge in indies and world cinema sourced from award-winning filmmakers, including New Day Films, Kino Lorber, The Video Project, California Newsreel and many others. All of Kanopy’s titles are instantly available with no holds and no waiting.
Click on the Resources tab above for more information.
