James Blackstone Memorial Library

Snapshot Day – April 16, 2013

A day in the life of the James Blackstone Memorial Library…

On April 16, our day included:

• 1312 library visitors

• 1208 items checked in/out

• 34 reference questions answered

• 98 people using our public computers

• 338 visits to our website

• hosting 28 parents and children at Miss Mary’s Stories for 2s class.

We asked our wonderful members why the library is important to them. This is what they said…

“A quiet place to read, write, draw, and reflect. Beautiful surroundings that inspire. A sanctuary from the hustle and

bustle of daily life.” - Jon A.

“I have spent lots of time in MANY libraries –this one is the best – especially the personnel!

– George E.

“I am in this area often so I stop in to check out a book.

Also, my church book group reads 1 book a month - my library is small so I

stop in here.”

- JoAnn H, non-resident library user

“One of the few places that offer books/magazines in other

languages. The whole family uses it!” – Micky F.

“Books and

Miss Mary

programs.

I love to

read.”

- Jennifer W.

“Great staff;

great resource.”

- William H.

“We attend at least 3x

per week for children’s

programs.

We love it, and use both

libraries in town and

inter-library loan.”

– C.C.

“A wonderful resource more people should utilize.”

- Sheri G.

“Because it is a quiet place in a

completely noisy world.”

- Michael D.

“Love to check

out books each

week for my

grandson.” –

Bonnie S.

“It is important

because it is a great

way to access a lot of

books without

spending a lot.

Also it’s a quiet

peaceful place to study

and read.”

- Jessica R.

“My son loves Miss

Mary. He waits

every week to come

to her fabulous

program.”

– Danielle B.

“It is my main

source of

literature,

nonfiction

books.

A place that has

classes and

community

events that keep

me interested

and connected.”

- Debra H.

“It provides an excellent environment and programs to help my

toddler improve his social capabilities.” – Xiaoling Y.

“Great supply

of books,

keeps me up

to date on

literature and

current

events.”

- Suzanne M.

“Fantastic

programs for

toddlers led

by gifted

instructors.”

– Aaron D.

“For 74 years, I have loved library time.” – Jade R.