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New library programs to expand collection, boost circulation
3/9/2011 9:36:19 AM
By Kelly Moore
Splash Staff Writer
The Liberty Lake Municipal Library is settling into 2011, launching two new programs intended to benefit readers and keep operations running smoothly.
The Good Neighbor Donation program kicked off last week to help expand the library's collection.
"It's a way for our patrons to help us meet the needs of other readers," Director of Library Services Pamela Mogen said. "A lot of people have asked how they can help us and this is how."
The program is intended to make up for cuts felt in the current budget. As part of the program, the public is encouraged to donate a new book, movie or audio book to the library for general circulation. A link on the library's website, www.libertylakewa.gov/library, will take interested donors to a list of forthcoming titles requested through the program. Mogen said the list is updated monthly with about 10-12 titles.
A No Fine/No Limit program was also introduced at the library last week. The program offers a collection of paperback titles that can be checked out indefinitely with no threat of late fees. Advertisement
The books must still be brought to the front desk for a statistical checkout, but no record will show up on the borrower's card. Patrons may take as many as they like for as long as they like. The collection covers most fiction genres.
About 150 books make up the No Fine/No Limit collection, but Mogen said the library staff expects to see that grow.
For more information on the programs, contact the library at 232-2510.
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