The Emmaus Public Library, 11. E. Main St., reopened Jan. 18 for indoor visits. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 to 11 a.m. Thursdays for high-risk patrons and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. No-contact curbside pickup continues and is recommended to limit potential exposure. Request curbside service by calling 610-965-9284, emailing emmauspl@cliu.org or by placing holds through your online account.

As before, masks must be worn over the nose and mouth at all times. Use hand sanitizer upon entering. Dispensers are located at the entrance and throughout the library. Maintain a distance of six feet between yourself and others and limit your visit to no more than one hour.

The library building may close suddenly for COVID-19-related safety reasons and/or inclement weather. Closings will be posted on the library’s website, Facebook and WFMZ.com.

If you like to play board games, the library now has a room on Board Game Arena, an online board game platform with more than 170 games. It’s free and there’s nothing to download. Just play right on your browser or on any device. Join EPL 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 28 and/or Feb. 18 to get acquainted with Board Game Arena. For more information, visit Miss Sue, emmauspl@cliu.org.

Miss Sue has created some awesome winter science kits filled with cool projects, experiments, coloring pages and bubbles. Pick up a kit while they last from the box beneath the curbside table by the entrance or email Miss Sue to set one aside for you.

Among other programs are Winter Book Bingo, Amazon Scavenger Hunt, coloring club, memoir writing, groundhog crafting, Pinterest Party and book clubs.

Also the library has 1040 and 1040-SR forms available inside the library and at the curbside table. Please take only what you need for personal use. You can request federal forms by calling 1-800-829-3676 or state forms at 1-888-728-2937.

The Emmaus Historical Society wishes everyone a Happy New Year. The museum, 218 Main St;, will continue to remain closed on a month-to-month basis. Check the website, https://www.emmaushistoricalsociety.org, Facebook or Instagram for updates.

Here are some fun history facts: (The following are excerpts from the Morning Call, Jan. 31, 1925.)

“Physicians have a hard time to reach their patients. With the drifted roads and many cases brought on by the severe weather, undue hardships are experienced all around.”

“Adam B. Neumoyer and his men are doing much plumbing work at Emaus this season. Several big heating outfits are being installed.”

“Many roofs about town have been damaged by the weight of snow.”

The Emmaus Historical Society welcomes donations of Emmaus-related memorabilia and vintage holiday decorations. They also collect various other antiques for displays such as housewares and toys. If you have any donations or questions, contact the Emmaus Historical Society at 610-966-6591.

Emmaus Borough Council meets via Zoom 7 p.m. Feb. 1 and 16. Information on the link can be found on the borough website, borough.emmaus.pa.us. The town hall office, 28 S. Fourth St., is closed Feb. 15 for the Presidents Day holiday.

The Emmaus Winter Farmers Market at Triangle Park is held 10 a.m. to noon the second and fourth Sunday of the month. For information, visit info@emmausmarket.com.

Funds are being solicited by The Friends of the 1803 House to help with the historical house’s flood damage costs. The basement was flooded during the Aug. 4, 2020 storm. If interested in contributing, go to 1803house.org and review how to donate online through GoFundMe or by check.

Congratulations to Emmaus Police Sgt. Troy Schantz, who was named Deputy Chief of Police and will assist in the transition during Emmaus Police Chief Charles Palmer’s retirement in March.

Please send submissions for the March column by Feb. 17 to 913 Little Lehigh Dr., Emmaus; durdock@aol.com or by phone 610-967-2661.

Happy birthday to my grandson Alek Fenstermaker who celebrates his 14th birthday Feb. 21.

Please stay safe.