Punxsutawney Memorial Library

Serving Southern Jefferson County - if you're in the Punxsutawney Area School District, we can get you a library card for FREE. Come in for computers, books, magazines and awesome activities for all ages.

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Emergency Weather Policy

Pertaining to poor weather conditions, the Punxsutawney Area School District’s actions will guide the actions of the Punxsutawney Memorial Library. If the sc

hool deems it unsafe for students and staff to travel, we will take this into consideration for our patrons and staff as well.

1) If the schools are delayed due to poor weather, we will match its delay to open our doors. Example: If the school is on a two-hour delay, we will open two hours later. If we normally open at 10 a.m., we will open at noon.

2) If the schools are closed for the day, the library will delay opening. whether to open at noon or remain closed. If potentially hazardous weather occurs, or is likely to occur, after the start of a school session, the director will assess the situation and make the decision to remain open or close the doors. If the director is not present at the library, a staff member should attempt to contact him/her. If contact cannot be made and the staff on duty agree that conditions are unsafe (or could potentially become unsafe within a reasonable amount of time), they will close the library and post a sign on the doors to notify to patrons. Check our website and social media networks for the latest updates, or call the library at 814- 938-5020. If you are sent to voicemail, we are most likely not open. Approved by the Board of Directors on November 10, 2014 and implemented immediately.