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Glendora library rolls out two-seat 'Nook' study pod; staff report modest early use and positive feedback
Summary
Library Director Stone and staff described the new 'Nook' two-person study pod pilot, how patrons may reserve and use it, early usage statistics (about two groups per day), and related program highlights including a mobile escape-room event and virtual escape rooms.
Library Director Stone and staff briefed the Glendora Board of Library Trustees on the library’s pilot of a two-seat study pod branded "Nook," early usage data and related programming during the board’s regular meeting.
"It's basically a little study house, that is on loan to us, for the public to try out," Library Director Stone said, describing the unit as a two-seater that provides sound dampening, a light, USB and regular power. Senior management analyst Elke Kajal told trustees that staff moved the unit to the main floor to increase visibility and that the library is tracking usage with a QR feedback form.
Staff said the Nook is currently offered first-come, first-served; patrons check out the space at the desk using a library card or ID and may use it for up to two hours, consistent with study-room rules. Kajal said the pilot averages about two to three groups per day after initial display stanchions were removed; use began slowly but has increased with signage and staff prompting. She added that the library is not tracking age groups and that decisions about purchase and funding (Friends Foundation support or other funds) have not been finalized.
Director Stone noted the Nook is mobile and needs only an electrical outlet if power is desired; otherwise it can be used without local power. The board discussed whether the Nook could relieve demand for enclosed study rooms during noisy periods and whether it is suitable for paired study or solo use.
In the same report, Director Stone reviewed recent programs: the library reported roughly 280 clicks on two curated virtual escape rooms distributed by email and estimated about 100 participants at an outdoor escape-room event held during National Library Week; trustees thanked staff and the Friends Foundation for supporting the outreach and the mobile escape-room installation.
No formal decision to buy the Nook was made at the meeting; staff said they will report funding options if the board pursues a purchase.
