Co-Directors:
Amy Dexter
Kristi Sadowski
Head of Children's Services:
Jennifer Needham
In cases of inclement weather, Library Closings will be posted to WFSB--Channel 3, WILI-FM and www.ctweater.com
Museum Passes
The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library offers discount passes to many local destinations. These passes are sponsored by the 2010 Book Sale. They may be borrowed for 3 days and can not be reserved.
Children's Museum & Roaring Brook Nature Center*
One free touring admission
with each paid admission.
Maximum of 4 free admissions
per day, per card.
Connectictut's Old State House
Admission free (up to 2 adults
and 2 children)
Connecticut Science Center
20% off on general admission
for up to 4 people
Connecticut State Parks & Forests
Waives vehicle entrance fees
for 1 vehicle carrying less
than 12 passangers
Lutz Children's Museum*
Free admission for 1 family
Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
$2 off combination Ticket for
up to 6 people.
Mystic Aquarium
Save $6 off Adult and $4 off
Child Admission, good for two
adults and 2 children.
New Britain Museum of American Art
Free admission for 4 persons of
any age.
New England Air Museum*
Vailid for 2 adults or senior
at $5 each and 2 free children
(4-11). Ages 3 and under free
Roger Williams Park Zoo*
$3.00 off admission
Wadsworth Antheneum
Free general museum admission
for 2 adults and 2 chidlren.
*Generously provided by funds raised by our Book Sale
July 2010 - June 2011 brought to the Library:
6,876 New Books, Movies, AudioBooks, Video Games. and More;
Over 250 Programs and Events with 1127 Attendees;
39,793 Visitors
Read our Annual Report and learn how else your tax dollars were used and what services were provided to the Town of Coventry.
Annual Report 2010-2011.pdf
Mission Statement
The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library provides materials and services to help all residents of the community meet their informational, educational, and recreational needs. Fiction and nonfiction, selected quality reference sources, periodicals, non-print materials, and programming will all be used to help meet those needs. the Booth & Dimock Memorial Library will also provide access to other resources through interlibrary loan and on-line databases.
History
The library was first known as the Coventry Social Library. A wealthy Californian named H. G. Cogswell, remembering the kindness shown to him by some Coventry ladies, made a donation for a larger library. His donation required that the townspeople raise an equal amount. With this money, The South Coventry Library Association was formed and opened on April 4, 1880.
In 1911, Henry Dimock of Coventry offered the Association $40,000 if the library changed its name, 'in perpetuation of the memory of my grandfather the Reverend Chauncey Booth, long pastor of the Congregational Church in South Coventry, and of my father Dr. Timothy Dimock, who was born in South Coventry and there practiced as a physician during his long and useful life.' The South Coventry Library Association became The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library on May 20, 1911 . The present building opened on October 24, 1913 .
In 1968 The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library was officially declared the principal public library for the town of Coventry. Expansion of the building occurred, and the rededication of The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library took place on November 19, 1989 . Through its gradual change from the early years, it still holds the classic facade, which is a staple landmark on Main Street.
Services
Print Material
Fiction and nonfiction books, Reference, Magazines and local newspapers, Large Print books, Town publications , Conservation Commission collection, Genealogy, Pamphlet file, Tax forms,
Audiovisual Material
Books on tape, CD and Playaway; Music CD's and cassettes; Videotapes and DVD;
Computer Services
Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, CD-ROM Reference, Computerized Card Catalog, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Powerpoint, Color Printer, Database of CT Libraries' Holdings, On-line databases
Outreach
Quarterly Newsletter, Homebound Delivery, Monthly book distribution at local Senior Housing, Supplemental supplies for Coventry schools through State Library Service Centers, Book talks at the schools,
Passes - Discount
Children's Museum (West Hartford), CT Science Center (Hartford), Mystic Aquarium (Mystic), Roger Williams Park Zoo (Providence, RI),
Passes - Free
Benton Museum (UCONN, Storrs), CT Old State House (Hartford), CT State Parks & Forests, Lutz Children's Museum (Manchester), Wadsworth Atheneum (Hartford)
Public Services
Community Room (Available for meetings, displays and programs), Copy machine, Outgoing Fax, Display case, Interlibrary Loan, ConnectiCard (Allows a library card from any library in the state to be used here), ConnectiCar (Returns materials borrowed from any Connecticut library, when dropped off here),
Policies
Library Card
The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library makes library cards available to town residents so eligible patrons can borrow materials from the Library's collection and use Library resources.
Internet Use
Individuals who have knowledge of the Internet may use the library's Internet connection after signing an acceptable use form and logging in at the desk. Individuals under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the consent form.
The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library does not monitor and has no control over information accessed and sent through the Internet and cannot be held responsible for its content.
Wireless Internet
The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library provides free unfiltered/unsecured wireless internet access on the main level. Wireless internet will not be accessed in the Children's Room. By connecting to this services, the user agrees to abide by the Library's Internet Policy. This service is not to be used as a permantent connection. Signal strength may vary within the building, is not guaranteed in all areas, and may not be avaliable at all times. Printers are not avaliable on the wireless network. Library staff will not provide technical support on customer computers.
Use of the wireless network is at the customer's own risk, The customer understands that the network is "unsecured," meaning that other users may be able to view network traffic. Neither the Library, nor its internet provider, is responsible for any damage that may occur to the computer while connected.
Daily Fines
In an effort to cut down on lost materials and the incumbent cost of replacing them, the Board of Trustees is instituting a daily fine of 50 cents for videos and 10 cents for all other items (5 cents for children's items other than videos) beginning January 2, 2009. The circulation period will remain 1 week for videos and magazines, and increase to 3 weeks for other items. Materials may be renewed in person, by phone, and online.
Photo Release
The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library reserves the right to photograph and videotape program participants. These photos and videos may be used for Library publications and publicity, including web page and local access cable. Notify Library staff if you do not wish to be photographed.
Social Software
Social Software is defined as any web application, site or account created and maintained by Booth & Dimock Memorial Library which facilitates an environment for library staff and library users to share opinions and information about library related subjects/issues. The Library recognizes and respects differences in opinion. Comments, posts and messages are welcome and will be reviewed before publishing. However the Library will not be responsible or liable for content posted by any subscriber in any forum, message board, or other area within the service.
By posting content, the user agrees to indemnify the Library and its Trustees and employees from and against all liabilities, judgments, damages, and costs (including attorney's fees) incurred by any of them which arise out of or are related to the posted content. Forums and messaging may not be used for commercial purposes or for organized political activity.
If any user does not agree to these terms, they are not to use the service as violation of the terms can lead to legal liability.
Program Attendance
For programs for which registration is required, library staff reserves the right to reassign a seat if the original patron is more than 10 minutes late.
Patrons who repeatedly fail to attend programs for which they have registered, may be refused admittance or placed on waiting lists for future programs.
Find Us
Library Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10-8
Wednesday 1-8
Thursday 10-8
Friday 1-6
Saturday 10-3
Sunday Closed
