First Things First

I have been asked to keep a "library blog", so as the saying goes, there is no time like the present. Our Paulding County Carnegie Library (PCCL) system is on the threshold of a recovery period from state funding cuts. Thanks to the voters in Paulding County, Ohio, a levy supporting library operations passed by 23 votes.

Now, before you think... 23 votes?... that's not much; consider, Paulding County voters were facing many levies. Each levy was soundly defeated by margins in excess of 2,000 votes. Voters made the conscience decision to vote no - no - no - yes - no - no - no. We realize that everyone is suffering during this economic downturn, and a "yes" vote to many will be a hardship.

But, we hope that all those who voted for (and against) the library levy, will become habitual library users. They will soon learn that their public library provides a great value for their family. From free movies and computer access to the best sellers and authoritative reference materials, the library has something for everyone -- and there is NO charge.

Beginning January 2, 2010, the entire PCCL system will be open on Saturdays until noon. Hours will increase for each branch location as well as the main Carnegie library in Paulding. Check the library's website at http://www.pauldingcountylibrary.org/ for updated hours.

So, what will you find on this blog? Hard to say. Maybe I'll run across some interesting books on our shelves. Maybe I will hear news that impacts library users. Maybe I will just want to share some favorite "reads". When you "dust the library shelves", it is hard to know what to expect.

Happy Reading!