Library Commission Report
October 4th, 2016
Saralyn Otter, Acting Community Librarian
August Statistics*
2016
2015
Total Circulation
52,588
58,275
Adult/Teen Circulation
25,494
30,240
Children's Circulation
27,094
28,035
Total # of Programs
50
72
Total # of Attendees
2,197
2,725
New Borrowers Registered
239
307
Gate Count
23,560
24,573
*Due to our recent software upgrade we are still working on compiling circulation statistics. The listed circulation totals for August 2016 may not be entirely accurate.
Library News
The library will be closed on Friday, October 14th for a system-wide staff development day for all library
staff.
The Commissioners' Corner will be up November through December. This display will feature books, movies, audiobooks and music recommendations from the library commissioners.
September Highlights
On September 14th, Dr. Francisco Jimenez presented to a packed audience as part of the series of Friends of the Library Speaker Forums. Dr. Jimenez is the author of four award-winning books featuring his personal stories from working in the fields as a migrant child to obtaining his M.A. at Columbia University.
Another round of Beginning Bridge Classes began and immediately filled up. The series of 10 classes is offered every Monday.
With school back in session, the children's staff has been visiting schools to share books and promote library resources, as well as hosting numerous class visits within the library.
Upcoming October Events
Saturday, October 1st & Wednesday October 5th, 3-5 pm: Costume Swap
Come to our costume swap to find something frightfully new to wear for Halloween this year!
Tuesday, October 4th, 6:30-8:30pm: Teen Paint Night
Come paint a scene at our paint night event just for teens. All supplies will be provided. Spots are limited and registration is required.
Monday, October 3rd, 7-8:30pm: Cookbook Book Club
Try some new cookbooks, taste new recipes and make some new friends at our Cookbook Book C...
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