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JACKSON PUBLIC LIBRARY - 2007
The Jackson Public Library, your community resource for all your information needs
It has, once again, been a very busy and exciting year at the library. In 2007, 1,090 items with a retail value of $16,268 were added to our still bursting little building. Thanks to the generosity of library supporters, 532 ($7,580) were donations. The total number of volumes in our collection now stands at 9,979. We withdrew 639 items. Seventy-nine new patrons were added to our growing list of library users. Through the very important Interlibrary Loan program our patrons borrowed 1,673 books, and the library loaned 380 volumes to other libraries in New Hampshire. Under the energetic direction of Meg Murphy, our children's programs continue to thrive with attendance reaching 434. The teen book group for grades 6-9 has grown to an average of six regular attendees. Adult programs brought in 99 people to the library, and we're
hoping to offer more programs for adults in 2008. Volunteers continue to be a vital part of our operation. We want to thank the Jackson residents who gave 471.75 very productive hours of their time to keep us operating efficiently and economically. Thanks also to the town for its $2,000 contribution towards the much needed $5,500 roof and chimney repair. With volunteer help, the library has also completed the rear window emergency exit and stairs.
The Friends of the Library, led by Betsy Kent, continue their indispensable support. Their traditional November literary luncheon(this year with more than 50 people in attendance at the Eagle Mountain House) featured Larry Garland, cartographer for the Appalachian Mountain Club. Their annual Memorial Day weekend book sale netted $1,625 for the library's benefit. We received an additional $2,500 of financial help from the Friends to keep the library running during 2007.
In addition to databases available through the State Library, Jackson Public Library "won" a year's subscription to Encyclopedia Britannica, which can be accessed online at home. Call the library (383-9731) for details. We also offer access to a database of downloadable audio books featuring more than 2,300 titles. With a library card and an MP3 player (sorry, but it does not work with Ipods), you can checkout up to three audio books at a time for a seven-day loan period. To find out more, talk with Susan, your friendly librarian, who also volunteers as an adult non-fiction purchaser for this program.
The trustees continue to plan for a new library with a lot of help from Phil Davies, who has chaired the Building Design Committee. Thanks also to Joyce Allen, Allen Brooks, John Bruni, Bea Davis, Susan Dunker-Bendigo, Sam Harding, Bob Kent, Sarah Kimball, Meredith Piotrow and Lisa White for their regular attendance at the frequent meetings and their help in deciding on a new building design. Dennis Mires, P.A. was hired to give architectural and design guidance. Fundraising for the project has already begun with the formation of the Capital Campaign Committee. Our great appreciation to Phil Davies, Dick Devellian, Don Graves, Janet Greene, Sam Harding, Betsy Kent, Helene Matesky, Maureen Rupprecht and Donna Urey for their help in this most important endeavor. We also are looking for financial support from the town, and hoping
that voters will support our capital reserve warrant article, which will put money aside to help pay for a new library building.
Interested in what's happening at the library? Need a recommendation for a good read? Look in E-news for our monthly newsletter written by Helene Matesky. Or simply drop by and take advantage of the wonderful resource that is your public library. Susan, Meg or one of our friendly volunteers will be glad to help you find what you need on any of the following days:
Tuesday 11 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 2 pm (Wednesday story time at 10:00)
Thursday 11 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 1 pm
Respectfully Submitted,
Jackson Library Trustees
Allen Brooks, Chairman
Joan Palubniak, Treasurer
Betty Graves, Secretary
Donna Urey
Robbie White
Sam Harding, Alternate
Bobbi Meserve, Alternate
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