Service expansion

The library building is open for browsing and checkout. More services are being added all the time. And the library is open more hours than ever: 9 AM – 9 PM Monday through Thursday, 9 AM – 5 PM Friday and Saturday, and opening two hours earlier than before on Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM.

​In-person services

• Masks are required for everyone in the library, regardless of vaccination status. The library mask policy allows everyone including unvaccinated adults and families with children under age 12 to feel confident when visiting. If you are unable to wear a mask, please use the drive-up window or contact the library to discuss how we can meet your needs.​
• No food or drink allowed. Water fountains are available.
• Social distancing is required. Please keep 6' (2M) between yourself and anyone you do not live with.

Available now

• Browse and check out
• Computers & Wi-Fi
• Copy Center
• Study Rooms & Media Lab
• Limited in-person help

Unavailable at this time

• Notary
• Voter registration
• Children’s toys
• Quiet Reading Room
• Some seating

​Contactless services

Get help from a librarian

• Call, text, chat, or email with an information professional.

Contactless pickup

• Request materials by placing them on hold in the library catalog or the Vernon Library app. 
• Select your the drive-up window as your pickup location. (If you leave the default, "Vernon Area Public Library," your items will be available on the holds shelf inside.)
• You will be notified when materials are ready for pickup.
• Please bring your library card with you when you visit the drive-up window.

Stream or download

• Get e-books, audiobooks, comics, magazines, newspapers, movies, documentaries, and TV shows. View all your options for instant borrowing.​

Homebound delivery

• ​The library offers free delivery service to local senior centers and those who are permanently or temporarily unable to visit the library due to disability or chronic illness.