At the library, we are always trying to update our services to meet the needs of our patrons.

Not too long ago, one of our favorite patrons called because he wanted to purchase a statewide library card as a gift for his wife.

He was using an oxygen tank, and it was not easy for him to get out of the car and enter the library. I said I could meet him out in the parking lot. We’d get it figured out.

And, we did. It just took a little more effort, but it was totally worth it because a statewide library card is great gift idea, and I wanted to make it happen!

This got us thinking about several of our patrons who struggle to get out of their cars and enter the library to pick up a book or DVD.

So, we decided to launch curbside service to make their lives a little easier.

Patrons wishing to utilize curbside pickup may select “curbside” as the pickup location when placing items on hold online.

In the notes field of the request, you may indicate your preferred pickup date and time.

For same day pickup, please call the library by 10 a.m.

Pickup services are available from 1 to 5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, and from 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays.

When you arrive at the library to get your items, please park in the front lot, and call 778-7527 to let us know you are here. At that time, we will check out your items and walk them out to your car. Please have your library card ready when we hand you the items so we can verify the account. And, that’s all there is to it.

Hobbs is director of Pendleton Community Public Library.