Open+ Access

The Bear River Library and the Penn Valley Library offer extended hours using Open+ Access. Open+ allows patrons to use the library outside of normal operating hours. During holiday closures, Open+ also allows patrons access to the library during the usual staffed open hours in addition to Open+ extended hours. Open+ is currently only available at the Bear River Library and the Penn Valley Library.

Who Can Participate in Open+?

• Patrons age 18 years or older.
• Patrons who hold an Adult Nevada County Library card in good standing.
• Patrons who complete the Open+ Terms and Conditions Form. Patrons need to follow up with an onsite orientation at the library after completing the form.
• Patrons who complete the Open+ orientation with staff at the Bear River Library or Penn Valley Library.

How Does Open+ Work?

• Patrons who qualify and have completed the Open+ access requirements will use their own library card and pin# to gain entry in the library during selected hours.
• Security cameras monitor the use of the library.
• While using the library, patrons should not respond to vendors or persons trying to enter the facility.
• The system turns on and safely shuts down during Open+ hours for lights, alarm systems, computers, and self-service kiosk.
• A broadcasting PA system delivers pre-recorded messages during opening and closing.  Patrons must comply with the guidelines set by the announcements.
• All library policies are in effect during Open+ hours, including the Library Code of Conduct and Computer and Internet Usage Guidelines.
• Patrons will have self-service access to a catalog computer, public computers, self-serve checkout, and holds pickup.

Apply for Open+ Access

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For questions about your Open+ application or to learn more about the program, please call the Bear River Library at (530) 265-7052 or the Penn Valley Library at (530) 432-5764.

This project was supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library.