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Peabody Institute Library reports high use and expands services; director warns of grant cuts
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Library Director Noelle Monk told the Friends of the Peabody Institute Library annual meeting that the library saw large patronage last year, highlighted new services funded by an IMLS LSTA grant and public-health partnerships, and previewed summer programs and a book sale.
Noelle Monk, director of the Peabody Institute Library of Danvers, told the Friends of the Peabody Institute Library annual meeting that the library saw heavy use last fiscal year and has added several service lines to meet community needs.
Monk said the library recorded roughly 228,455 visits, 324,373 materials checked out and 9,492 program attendees last year, with about half of program attendance coming from children's events. "We are a very well used place," Monk said.
Monk highlighted services the library has added or…
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