NPR Story on the future of libraries in the e-book age

Raffle tickets are available for the 2011 quilt.  This year’s creation by local noted quilter Carol Bunnell is titled “Butterflies on the Loose.”  Tickets are one dollar each, or six for five dollars and are available at the library information desk.  The drawing will be held September 12.  Proceeds go to youth services at the…

The 14th annual Library Quilt Raffle is under way.  This year’s raffle quilt, titled “Redwork Sue” is once again crafted by local artist Carol Bunnell.  The quilt is on display at the library, with tickets available at the Information Desk.  The drawing will be September 11, with proceeds benefitting the library’s children’s services.

GFJ, along with Your Home Public Library in Johnson City, have put together a couple short surveys to get your feedback about how we’re doing. Your input is vital as we work to tailor or collection, programs, and services to the wants & needs of the community. Library Survey #2 (10 questions)

Stealing library books can lead to big trouble…

Cindy Rounds from Wealth By Design Financial will present a program titled “Be Aware – Share With Care” at GFJ on Wednesday, May 1 at 3:30.  Idendity theft is a real problem in our connected socity.  Learn how to protect yourself at this free program.  For more information or to RSVP please call 607-239-6033.

Historian Tim Main will present his “Shadows on the Playground” talk at GFJ on Tuesday, December 1st at 7 PM in our Scott (basement) Meeting Room.  Tim bills this as “an informative presentation defining the ancestry and historical background of Endicott’s Mersereau Park.”  His talks always come with lots of photos, insight and humor.  Don’t…