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COVID-19 Resources

FEDERAL AND STATE RESOURCES ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS COVID-19

Vaccine Information

  • World Health Organization: Myths and misconceptions about vaccines

  • National Library of Medicine consumer-level info on COVID vaccines as it becomes available

  • APIC- Understanding herd immunity and the COVID vaccine

  • Michigan's COVID vaccine information site

All residents are encouraged to visit Michigan.gov/COVIDvaccine for the most up-to-date information about vaccine eligibility, safety information, and clinic locations. Residents who don’t have access to the internet or who struggle to use a computer can also call the COVID-19 Hotline at 888-535-6136, which is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Everyone’s individual situation is different; consult a healthcare provider for specific medical concerns.

Trusted Resources from the State of Michigan

Michigan COVID-19 hotline:1-888-535-6136. 

  • Find a test site in Michigan
  • MI COVID alert app 
  • State of Michigan searchable COVID FAQ
  • Michigan.gov/coronavirus :: Michigan's central repository for information includes: 
    • Register for news updates via email
  • Facebook.com/MIGovernment
  • Governor's homepage with all State of Michigan updates

Assistance for individuals:

  • Eviction Diversion Program (Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth)
  • Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is available to provide assistance including food, emergency relief, and housing services.

  • Contact information for MDHHS offices by county
  • Facebook.com/MichiganHHS

Information about children and education from the Michigan Department of Education

Assistance for Small business in Michigan:

  • Pure Michigan Small Business Relief Initiative
  • Michigan Economic Development Corporation :: provides resources for small businesses impacted by COVID-19.

Resources for Employers:

  • Employer-specific, sector-by-sector Michigan guidance for re-opening
  • US Department of Labor coronavirus Resources  
  • Common Issues Employers and Workers Face: FAQs from the US Dept of Labor

Trusted Resources from the Federal Government

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention :: Coronavirus facts and guidance from the federal government
  • Coronavirus.gov
  • Ready.gov/Pandemic :: Pandemic preparedness for your family and your community
Upcoming Events
Cat in the Hat Reading Challenge Mar 01, 2021 11:00 AM (US/Eastern) — Betsie Valley District Library
Betsie Valley District Library Board Meetings Mar 09, 2021 06:00 PM (US/Eastern) — Betsie Valley District Library
Betsie Valley District Library Board Meetings Apr 13, 2021 06:00 PM (US/Eastern) — Betsie Valley District Library
Betsie Valley District Library Board Meetings May 11, 2021 06:00 PM (US/Eastern) — Betsie Valley District Library
Betsie Valley District Library Board Meetings Jun 08, 2021 06:00 PM (US/Eastern) — Betsie Valley District Library
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Betsie Valley District LibraryMain Branch
14744 Thompson Ave., PO Box 185, Thompsonville, MI 49683
Phone 231.378.2716
Fax 231.378.2716

The Library building is open for browsing, computer, and service sessions by appointment. Please call to set up your appointment. 

We still have curbside service available! 
 Hours will be:

Our hours are:
Monday 11AM - 5PM,

Tuesday 11AM - 5PM

Wednesday 11AM - 7PM

Thursday 11AM - 5PM

Friday 11AM - 6PM

Saturday 10AM - 2PM

Closed Sunday

The Betsie Valley District Library Board meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM. However, due to the pandemic, and public safety mandates, the Library may conduct Virtual meetings until allowed to conduct in-person meetings at the Library. Consequently, the BVDL Library Board will conduct the Board meetings virtually via ZOOM. If anyone wishes to attend the meeting, please contact Library Director Michelle Guerra and she will gladly email you the information on how to attend the ZOOM meeting. The meeting will be recorded and will be available for viewing on the BVDL's youtube channel. Board member(s) and the public may contact Library Director Michelle Guerra at call 231-378-2716 or email at bvdlibrary@acegroup.cc to provide input on any business that will come before the Board or committee. 




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Betsie Valley District Library
14744 Thompson Ave.
PO Box 185
Thompsonville, MI 49683
Tel. 231-378-2716, Fax 231-378-2716
bvdlibrary@acegroup.cc

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