July 2, 2020
As of 5 p.m. on July 2, a majority of Alabama public libraries have reopened amidst the Covid-19 crisis. The following is a list of public libraries that have reopened to the public and limitations placed on their services to prevent community spread:
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April 29, 2020
The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) has assembled a special LibGuide for Alabama public libraries seeking guidance for best practices to reopen facilities following stay-at-home orders issued by Gov. Kay Ivey. The guide is a tip kit full of resources and suggestions for how to best serve patrons in a Covid-19 environment.
This LibGuide can be found at https://apls.libguides.com/c.php?g=1032129.
April 6, 2020
The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) recently assembled a special LibGuide for parents, students, and teachers on using Homework Alabama, the service that offers free homework help, tutoring, and test prep for Alabama's K-12 students and adult learners.
This guide was assembled by APLS reference staff includes essential information to getting started with homeworkalabama.org.
April 6, 2020
The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) has extended its closure until at least April 30 due to heightened concerns over the novel coronavirus and in following Stay at Home orders from Gov. Kay Ivey. All public libraries are encouraged to email their library consultants any questions or concerns during this time of closure. The APLS helpdesk is also available to answer any computer questions you may have.
Additionally, APLS is making the following recommendations for our public libraries:
March 30, 2020
Due to heightened concerns over the novel coronavirus, the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) has extended the date of remaining closed until at least April 17. All public libraries are encouraged to email their library consultants any questions or concerns during this time of closure. The APLS helpdesk is also available to answer any computer questions you may have.
Additionally, APLS is making the following recommendations for our public libraries:
March 25, 2020
At-home access to Ancestry Library Edition is availble to Alabamians for a very limited time due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
To gain access, you must login to an APLS secure page before proceeding to Ancestry Library Edition.
Please email APLS staff at reference@apls.state.al.us with ALE access in the email subject line for detailed instructions on how to access this free, valuable resource.
March 23, 2020
APLS staff are continually developing and updating LibGuides with up-to-date information related to the coronavirus pandemic. To date, there are three guides: (1) COVID-19 Resources, (2) Family Quarantine Resource Guide, and (3) Resources Available When Your Library Is Closed.
March 19, 2020
March 18, 2020
The Alabama Virtual Library (AVL) will continue operate and provide support as normal during the COVID-19 outbreak. If you need technical support or emergency access to AVL, please call the AVL Help Desk at 256-971-7487 or 1-800-338-8320.
March 16, 2020
Due to heightened concerns over the novel coronavirus, the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) is closed until at least April 6. All public libraries are encouraged to email their library consultants any questions or concerns during this time of closure. The APLS helpdesk is also available to answer any computer questions you may have.
Additionally, APLS is making the following recommendations for our public libraries:
