Dorothy Henry Branch of Sussex County Library System to temporarily close for construction Oct. 16-28
VERNON TOWNSHIP, NJ (Sussex County) – Sussex County Library System (SCLS) announces an upcoming construction project for the Dorothy Henry Branch in Vernon Township to replace the HVAC system.
The branch will close Monday, Oct. 16, and is expected to reopen its doors to the public on Monday, Oct. 30.
Bookdrops located at the branch will remain open during construction and be emptied daily. Borrowers with outstanding hold requests will be contacted to arrange an alternate pickup location or to extend their holds until the branch reopens.
“SCLS apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this temporary closure and asks for the community’s understanding and patience during this period,” officials said.
Community members are encouraged to utilize the services and resources available at one of the five nearby SCLS branches, including the Sussex-Wantage Branch, 69 County Route 639, Wantage; and the Franklin Branch, 103 Main Street, Franklin. Library cardholders can still access the Sussex County Library System’s extensive digital collection, including eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more through the library’s website and digital platforms.
Visit the SCLS website for more information including open borrowing policies, hours and locations of branches, eResources, and calendar of events at www.sussexcountylibrary.org or contact the Main Library in Frankford at 973-948-3660 or email sussexref@sussexcountylibrary.org.
“The Sussex County Library System and the Dorothy Henry Branch thank the community for their patience and support during this temporary closure,” officials said.
