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Monterey County Free Libraries highlights kits, digital media and free services to support New Year goals
Summary
Berenice Astengo of Monterey County Free Libraries described library resources—book club kits, outdoor adventure kits funded by grants, mental-health kits, downloadable audiobooks (Libby, Palace Project), and 17 county branches with free library cards.
Berenice Astengo, managing librarian with Monterey County Free Libraries, told listeners on Jan. 7 that the library system can help residents pursue New Year’s goals with books, kits and programs available free at county branches.
Astengo highlighted several lending options beyond traditional books, including downloadable audiobooks via Libby and the Palace Project marketplace and preloaded Playaway MP3 devices for patrons who prefer not…
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