By Philip S. As a child, my family moved around a lot. Once, when asked how she tolerated relocating from one town to another, my mother replied, “As long as there’s a church and a library, I’m happy.” I recall after one move, getting my new library card and rediscovering many of the familiar friends … Read more
By Mike G. For 3 years, I would come into the library, though not even a patron, to work on writing articles and hopefully a book. Each time I was here, I was very cognizant of how friendly and helpful all the library staff seemed to be. Never gave a thought that one day, I … Read more
By Jennifer D. I adore the library. I have loved books my whole life and to work at a library is pure bliss. I have passed on this love of reading to my kiddos, but as a family, we have other loves. Geocaching is one of them. I have always known that the library is … Read more
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By Linda M. NASA began decommissioning Shuttle items for organizations to obtain. Fairmount Public Library has been fortunate to pick up some small items for a space display. In 2014, the director applied for an Exoplanet kiosk and banners after receiving an e-mail from the Space Science Institute. The Library won this award and was … Read more
By Mack F. No other nonprofit area that I have ever worked in have the people so consistently cared about the people that walked through the door than my library. Even on a bad day, the librarians and staff I work with are eager to find the right answers so that people can better their … Read more
By Jane W. One of our second grade after-school program kids knew that the library was in need of funds to help with programs. He decided that he wanted to help. He went to his teacher and asked if his class could do a “FUN raiser” for the library and collect needed craft supplies for … Read more
By Jane W. Last week, I brought my 3 year old to story time at the library for the first time. He seemed to really enjoy the story hour, but when the teacher asked what the letter of the week was, I knew he would not say anything. He doesn’t talk, even though he should. After … Read more
By Jane W. My 4 year old has been coming to the library since she was a baby. I love that it is something we can do together that is free! We have missed a couple of classes in a row due to busy schedules. Last night at bedtime, she prayed to God that she … Read more
By Jane W.
As a young mother, at one point I was so frustrated with my daughter, Emma. She is autistic and has a very high IQ. She just refused to learn how to read – even though she was capable of doing it. I tried everything and even took her out of traditional school to home school her for more personal attention. I could not find anything to motivate her to read.