Based on the rapid increase of COVID-19 cases in the past week, the Northern Tier Library has reluctantly decided to delay our re-opening date of July 6. We will continue to offer lobby pick up for library materials, online programming, grab and go crafts for kids, and one hour computer sessions by appointment. We hope to be able to re-open on July 13, but that will be dependent on the number of new cases. Please check our website and Facebook for further updates.

The Northern Tier Library has opened our book drops and begun quarantining the returns. The library is now offering contactless lobby pickup for books and other library materials. Items can be requested by phone (724-449-2665) or email (northerntierlibrary@gmail.com) but not through the catalog.

It is important to note that the ability to place holds and requests from other libraries will not be available at this time. We will be able fill holds only if the item is owned by NTRL and is currently not checked out.

Returned items will be quarantined for at least 72 hours before being checked in.

Thanks for your patience! See you in the lobby!

Summer Learning Program
The Summer Learning Program has begun! Check out our schedule of virtual programs and take home projects.

TEMPORARY LIBRARY HOURS

As Northern Tier Library works on a safe reopening plan for our patrons, these temporary hours will begin as of Monday, June 8 but are subject to change at any time. During these hours, staff will be available to answer phones and the front doors will be unlocked to allow one-at-a-time lobby access for picking up requested materials.

Monday:  10 am – 6 pm
Tuesday:  10 am – 6 pm
Wednesday:  10 am – 6 pm
Thursday:  10 am – 6 pm
Friday:  10 am – 6 pm
Saturday:  10 am – 6 pm
Sunday:  closed

Computer Use

The library will be offering limited computer use slots. These will be for one hour each at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3pm. Patrons must call the library ahead of time to schedule a time slot, up to a week in advance. (There is no guarantee that a specific slot will be available.) Slots are currently limited to one per person per day, and two per person per week.

The library is not currently accepting donations. Please do not leave donated materials here.

Bookmobile Service
The Bookmobile has resumed pickup services.

Free WiFi
The WiFi at the Northern Tier Library is still on and can be accessed from the parking lot! (Please remember to stay in your car or use proper social distancing.)

Census 2020 & Tax Information

Information on Covid-19
Allegheny County Department of Health
CDC – How to Protect Yourself
CDC – If You Think You’re Sick
Talking to Kids about the Coronavirus

Thank you so much to Josh Horan of Troop 344 for this website on proper American Flag Care, as his Eagle Scout Project.