What can the Tyrone-Snyder Public Library do for you?
\nEveryone knows the library is a great place to get a book or find a quiet place to study. However, many area residents may not realize just how much the library has to offer.
\nIt has something for everyone. There is story hour for the youngsters and the young at heart. Literacy classes, GED classes, community activities, library tours, used book sales, special summer activities, summer reading programs and coupon and magazine exchanges are also offered. The library houses books, videos, magazines and audio books on tape and CD.
\nHowever, these activities and programs would not be possible without the support of the community. Once again, the library kicked off its yearly fundraising drive in order to continue providing the many services offered here in Tyrone.
\nSusan Hunter, President of the Library Board of Directors, spoke on behalf of the board, thanking two very special groups of people in the community for their generosity.
\n\u201cThis past May, the Bald Eagle Fire Hall donated their facilities, equipment, time and supplies to make our Basket Bingo a success,\u201d said Hunter. \u201cThrough their generous donations we were able to decrease our expense, which in turn increases our local fundraising effort. We truly appreciate their gracious donation to the library.\u201d
\nThe second group Hunter wanted to thank is the Park Avenue Playground children. This summer, the children, along with their advisors, held a walk-a-thon to raise money for their program. They also decided to donate some of the money raised to the library\u2019s children\u2019s section. Together, the children raised $1,000 for the library.
\n\u201cWe are happy to say that because of their efforts and generous donation, we will be adding two new computers to the children\u2019s section for these kids to use when they visit the library,\u201d Hunter continued.
\nSo, just what can the library offer this community? A little something for everyone. There is story hour for the youngsters and the young at heart. Literacy classes, GED classes, community activities, library tours, special summer activities, summer reading programs and coupon and magazine exchanges are also offered. The library houses books, videos, magazines and audio books on tape and CD.
\nThis summer\u2019s reading program hosted 87 children.
\n\u201cWe take great pride in serving the children of our community,\u201d said Hunter, \u201cThese kids are really excited about the programs and offerings at the library and look forward to them.\u201d
\nThe library has also introduced new programs that offer wonderful experiences that reach out to many people, young and old. New this year is the Teen Advisory Board, created to involve the youth in the area.
\nHunter said there are many programs available, from pre-school to senior citizen.
\nBesides programming, the library also provides various equipment and facilities.
\nThe computer lab provides an excellent place to retreat from the summer heat. Not just for research anymore, individuals can surf the web, research vacation hot spots and book travel arrangements. Public access computers provide high speed Internet connections, Microsoft Office software and access to the PA Power Library database.
\nNeed to fax information or make a few copies? The library can help. The copy machine and fax services are available for public use.
\nFor those individuals who find family history interesting, the library building boasts a genealogy room, perfect for researching the family tree. The Charles W. Banas, Jr. Tyrone Historical Room is home to historical information about Tyrone. Several local family genealogies can be found in there, along with some local cemetery listings, obituaries, TAHS yearbooks and area maps. The historical room comfortably seats six.
\nCan\u2019t find the book you\u2019re looking for? Through Interlibrary Loan, the library can help locate books from other libraries that are not available in Tyrone.
\nMany people may not realize that the Wesley S. Long Community Room, located in the library, is available for use by the public. Located in the rear of the building, the community room can be closed off from the library, allowing events to be held there after the library has closed. With a separate entrance and bathroom access, it\u2019s perfect for organizations or individuals to use for meetings or special events. There is seating for 30 people and a kitchenette for coffee breaks. Also available is a computer projector and screen, television for showing instructional videos, a chalk board and a white board. Access for evening meetings is free to non-profit groups. There is a charge for other groups. Interested individuals may contact the library to make reservations.
\n\u201cAs you can see, the library has so much to offer, but we wouldn\u2019t be able to provide all of these services without your financial support to help offset the operating expenses of the library,\u201d said Hunter. \u201cMany people don\u2019t realize that the amount of funding the library receives from the county and the state is determined by our local fundraising efforts.
\n\u201cThe more money we raise through our donors, the more support we receive from the county and state.
\n\u201cOur goal this year is to raise $20,000.\u201d Hunter explained. \u201cWe appreciate those who have contributed in the past and thank you for your continued support. If you haven\u2019t contributed in the past, please come in and check us out.\u201d
\nHunter hopes that after a visit to the library, individuals will consider making a contribution.
\n\u201cWe think you\u2019ll like what you find,\u201d she said, \u201cand if you aren\u2019t able to make a large donation, consider making a recurring monthly payment through our secure website. at www.tyronelibrary.org.\u201d
\nThe library is open Monday and Friday from noon to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 8 p.m. and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
\nParking is available behind the building, off of 10th Street. There is also a handicap entrance off of the rear parking lot. Questions can be directed to the library at 684-1133.<\/p>\n
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