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When Will Public Libraries in the Burlington MA Area Re-Open?

By By Cheryl Lachendro June 11, 2020

Believe me, I get it! You've run out of books to read at home, and summer is almost here, which means if you're anything like me you need some good books to read while lounging poolside. I've got the scoop on how you can access library books here in the Burlington Area! This will continue to be updated as more information becomes available, so please continue to check back often. Click on the library names below for more details about their reopening plans.


Burlington Public Library 

Starting June 2nd, you can place holds online or by contacting the library at:
  • Children's Department: 781-270-1692
  • Reference Department: 781-270-1691
Curbside pickup will be available
Monday - Thursday from 10:15 am - 7:00 pm
Friday from 10:15 am - 5:30 pm



Wilmington Memorial Library
Items in our collection at Wilmington Memorial Library are available to borrow now!
  • If you know the specific items you want from our collection, please place a hold in the catalog.
  • If you want the staff to select for you, please fill out the form below.
  • In both cases, we will be in touch with you by phone or email when your items are ready to set up a pickup time.
  • When you arrive at the library, call the main library number at 978-658-2967. Staff will bring your items out to your car and place them in the trunk.


Winchester Public Library
Pickup hours at Winchester Public Library  are Monday – Friday from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM.

- Put items on hold using your Minuteman Account

- Wait for an email or phone call that your items are ready to be picked up. This can take about 48 hours excluding weekends.

-  Email WINCIRC@minlib.net or give us a call at 781-721-7171 and press 5 to confirm pick up so we can have your items checked out and ready for you.

- Come to the parking lot entrance of the library and ring the bell for service. Per town mandate, please wear a face-covering when you come.



Woburn Public Library
At Woburn Public library you can access hundreds of thousands of titles across all of our online resources and streaming services, but sometimes you just want a tangible thing to hold. We’re here to help!

Now, we’ve never done this before, so please be patient as we figure this out.  Here are some helpful guidelines to follow.
GUIDELINES:
  • No limits. Stock up.
  • Flexibility is key–this is a different system than we’re all used to (and it could take a while to get to your delivery).
  • KEEP the materials that we deliver until we reopen (we have no way to take them back in)
  • delivering only to Woburn residences
Yes! I’d like to keep a safe social distance and take part in Curbside Delivery.