Snapshot Day: Monday October 4th

Crowell Public Library is joining libraries across the state in participating in “Snapshot: One Day in the Life of California Libraries” to show how important public, school, academic and special libraries are to the state of California. Snapshot Day has been developed by the California Library Association (CLA). On Monday, October 4th, Crowell Public Library will compile statistics, customer comments, photographs, and other data chronicling a typical library day. CLA will collect the results and add them to those of other California libraries to show how they provide invaluable services to citizens statewide. Kim Bui-Burton, CLA President and Director of the Monterey Public Library, remarked, “I invite all California community members of any age to visit their library on this historic day and be a part of this first ever ‘snapshot’ of California libraries. Every kind of library provides unique and irreplaceable services. We know this because in communities across the state library usage is rising, and demand is growing for books and other resources, knowledgeable staff assistance and computer/Internet access -- despite budget cuts, reduced hours and programs. We believe this California libraries ‘snapshot’ will show the essential library services and life-changing experiences that California's communities depend on, especially during these times of severe economic distress. We look forward to capturing this "day in the life of California libraries" to demonstrate to decision makers the extent that our patrons, customers and future leaders rely on California libraries for critical library services, resources and programs -- now, more than ever." Smile and say “cheese” at Crowell Library on Monday, October 4th! For more information visit http://www.crowellpubliclibrary.org or call 626 300-0777 ext. 579.