Library expands Spanish-language programs and partners with local businesses

May 14, 2026

Director Joy Holt described new Spanish-language offerings—a Spanish-only story time, a Spanish book club in partnership with La Tapatia, and outreach at community businesses including a voter-registration event—saying the library drew about 40 people at one outreach table and is building community connections.

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Joy Holt told the trustees the library has been expanding Spanish-language programming and outreach. She said an "Oros de Quintos" Spanish-only story time launched, the library staffed outreach tables at community events (including a voter-registration event near a Little Caesars and the La Tapatia Cinco de Mayo event), and that a Spanish book club will be run in partnership with La Tapatia's owner, April.

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