As the world faces a challenging public health situation, will be closed to the public beginning March 18 – April 3 to help prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Our highest priority is the health and well-being of our patrons, staff and volunteers. The library is closely monitoring the latest information and guidelines provided by the CDC and DHEC and we’ll continue to evaluate services daily. We encourage the public to practice social distancing. The following changes are effective immediately:

• Library cards and materials will be automatically renewed
• Loan limits are extended on hard copy books and DVDs to six weeks
• Overdue fines will be waived
• We’ve temporarily stop accepting book and DVD donations
• Ask a Librarian service is still available by phone at (803) 785-2681 or email at ask@lexcolibrary.com
• Digital resources are available 24/7 including ebooks audiobooks, movies, music, databases & more
• Hoopla checkouts have been increased to 10

The Library Encourages Healthy Spaces & Best Practices

• Stay home if not feeling well or experiencing flu-like symptoms. Contact a doctor.
• Cover mouth with a tissue, elbow or upper sleeve when coughing or sneezing. Discard used tissues immediately.
• Wash hands often for at least 20 seconds with soap and water or use hand sanitizer that is at least 60% alcohol.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
• Practice social distancing. Try to keep an optimal six-foot distance from other people.
• Minimize the sharing of equipment such as computers, phones and pens — when unavoidable — use sanitizing wipes between uses.