Summer 2009 Issue 5
All Chula Vista Libraries CLOSED
July 3-5 in observance of Independence Day
Many of the library's services such as Your Account and Articles & Research are available at www.chulavistalibrary.com during closed hours, and items may be renewed online or by calling 619-409-5957.
No materials will be due during the closed days.
Library Buzz
Due to budget cuts and staffing reductions, regular editions of the Library Buzz have been discontinued. The library will send out updates on services and programs whenever possible.
New Storytime Hours
Starting July 6, the South Chula Vista and Civic Center Branches regular storytime schedules are changing.
Civic Center Branch 
Ready to Read
Wednesday at 11:15am
Born to Read
Thursday at 11:15am
South Chula Vista Branch
Born to Read
Wednesday at 11:15am
Ready to Read
Thursday at 11:15am
The library is reviewing the possibility of offering a weekly storytime at EastLake Branch, but currently there is no regular scheduled storytimes at EastLake Branch.
Chula Vista Public Library Locations
Civic Center Branch |
South Chula Vista Branch |
EastLake Branch |
Heritage Museum |
Open Days and Hours Change July 6
Monday, July 6, the three library branches will begin new schedules with a reduced number of days and hours. These changes were made necessary because of the reduction in staff and budget cuts.
Civic Center Branch
Monday-Thursday 11am-8pm
Friday and Saturday CLOSED
Sunday 11am-5pm
South Chula Vista Branch
Tuesday-Thursday 11am-8pm
Friday & Saturday 11am-6pm
Sunday & Monday CLOSED
EastLake Branch
Monday & Wednesday 3:30-8pm
Saturday 10am-4pm
Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sun CLOSED
The libraries have handouts of the new schedules at the front desk.
New Due Dates for Materials
Though materials will continue to be borrowed for 21 days, except DVD/videos which have a 5 day checkout, items borrowed from each library will only be due on days the library is open. Materials are not due on Sundays.
For guests who place requests on materials, if the material belongs to a different branch, that material may have a slightly different due date. Staff will be happy to help you if you have any questions about this.
Summer Reading Program
The Summer Reading Program is in full swing, but it is NEVER too late to sign-up! The reading programs are for all kids and teens, and run through August 1. Check the Library website and e-vent calendar for a full list of all the FREE events offered at the libraries.
All participants reading six or more hours will receive rewards. Kids can visit any branch to sign up and get full details. Prizes include many passes to local attraction and much more.
Teens can sign up at www.chulavistalibrary.com and try to win one of the many grand prizes, such as ComicCon tickets, Ipods, movie tickets and more.