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Norwood library highlights sensory‑friendly tech classes, seed library expansion and new community resources page
Summary
At a March 11 meeting of the Norwood Library Trustees, adult services staff reviewed staffing, new programs and services including sensory‑friendly technology classes, an expanded seed library with 66 varieties, and a newly launched community resources webpage; trustees also discussed building renovations and passport service expansion.
Liz Reed, head of adult services at the Norwood Public Library, told trustees March 11 the department has maintained high levels of customer service and program activity through the winter while expanding several targeted services for adults.
The presentation outlined staffing, new and continuing programs, and operational updates that library leaders said are intended to make the library a practical resource for residents navigating government paperwork, legal help and everyday technology problems.
"This can be something from as simple as I need to scan in this pile of 30 pages to a government office so that my family's benefits don't get cut off, to I need to renew my food stamps," Reed said. "Whatever that thing is, it is a crisis for that person in that moment, and our staff just approaches all these situations with calm, composure, and professionalism." Reed identified part‑time adult services staff who have supported the workload during a busy January and February: Megan Erickson, Robin Kessler, Patty Krasilis, Paul Edwards, Cara Dean and Vicky Angelinas.
Reed summarized several program initiatives: - Sensory‑friendly services…
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