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.
By Jane W. In 1959, Lucy was a young mom who didn’t know anyone in her new hometown of Greenwood. With two kids, no car, and no extra money, Lucy and her kids needed things that would get them out of the house. Lucy loved to read, and really wanted her children to love reading … Read more
By Jane W.
I work at a public library in a medium size town. We host a holiday event each year where we host carriage rides, pictures with Santa, a live reindeer, crafts for the kids to do and take home, puppet shows, a Christmas tree lighting, and more. It is a free family event. We have hundreds of people attend.
I worked the door one year, and a man came to the door holding the hands of his 2 daughters.
By B T. The first time I walked into a library, I never wanted to leave. I was a very introverted little kid. I didn’t like leaving my house, or being around people who weren’t my family – true story: I never went to preschool because I refused to get out of the car.But the … Read more
By Samantha H. My mom went back to school when I was little to get an AA in Library Tech. That little degree made a world of difference for our family. Not only did she find a career she was suited for and could help support us, my frequent trips to the library with her … Read more
By Dana M. It was 11:00 pm. Wednesday of finals week and the last quarter of my senior year. My paper was due the next morning and I didn’t have a word on the page. I stumbled into the library in my pajamas carrying the heavy certainty that this moment of failure eradicated all my … Read more