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Jones County Library reports booming summer programs, asks county to consider long-term space needs
Summary
Library director reported record summer attendance, 1,112 summer reading sign-ups and requests for future expansion or added activity space as programs have outgrown current facilities.
The Jones County Public Library told commissioners on July 1 that summer reading and community programs have surged and that the library needs more activity space to accommodate attendees.
Library director Gina King said the library saw 4,272 visitors in June — about 215 per day — and that 1,112 people had signed up for summer reading so far. She said the library’s partnerships with local organizations are driving turnout and that many programs now exceed available indoor capacity.
"In June, we had 4,272 people come in the door at the library. That's around 215 a day,"…
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