SFL Weather Policy Review

There’s no telling what kind of weather we’re going to get from day to day (sometimes even minute to minute). So here’s a basic Weather Advisory Overview to keep in mind…

If the weather is severe enough for Nemaha Central Schools to be dismissed early, the library will close at 5:00 that day. We will also post on Facebook, KNZA radio station and WIBW TV if we close or open late due to weather. School closures for extreme weather do not guarantee the library will be closed, though we do reserve the option to open late if necessary. If city administrative offices are closed for weather, the library will also be closed.

Regarding sudden severe weather such as tornado watches or warnings, and severe thunderstorm watches or warnings, please be aware that Seneca Free Library is NOT a designated storm shelter for the city. If emergency sirens sound, the library will lock the doors and escort any patrons currently inside the building to the basement. Patrons not wanting to remain in the library during the storm event are free to leave at their own discretion, but will not be able to get back inside once the doors are closed.

It’s always best to check before heading out. Call us at 785-336-2377

SFL Patron Exclusive: Adventure Backpacks!

These super sharp-looking backpacks contain one pair of adult binoculars, one pair of youth binoculars and assorted field guides: The Moon: A Folding Pocket Guide to the Moon, its Surface Features, Phases and Eclipses; Kansas Butterflies & Pollinators: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species; Kansas Birds: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species; Kansas Trees & Wildflowers; and Kansas Wildlife: A Folding Pocket Guide to Familiar Species.

The Adventure Backpacks are available to Seneca Free Library patrons only and are obtained on a first come, first serve basis. They are checked out on a one week loan period and will accrue late fees if kept longer than the allotted time.

We look forward to checking these Adventure Backpacks out and hearing about the adventures our friends and patrons have exploring with them!

Hoopla App Promotes Craft Channels for Binge Pass This Summer

Did You Know?

Seneca Patrons have access to e-content on Hoopla (e-Books, audio books, and movies with 5 checkouts per month), Libby (e-books and audio books with unlimited checkouts), and Flipster (magazines online in a shared catalog with all of Northeast Kansas Library Systems).

Hoopla recommends you beat the summer heat with a craft-centric Binge Pass (more bang for your download buck). Sure you could let your kid burn your Hoopla checkouts with more Paw Patrol on repeat, OR you could get a full program or season of content that will teach you how to do crafts and be entertained all summer (and possibly beyond!).

For more information, visit us at the circulation desk or call us at 785-336-2377.