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Newberg library reports record usage, events and staffing changes; director shares video of 'life of a book'
Summary
The Newberg Public Library reported collection and usage figures—85,685 physical items, 7,000 new items last year, about 98,548 visits and 394,531 checkouts—recapped a successful Jane Austen program and staff changes, and showed a short video explaining how new books are processed.
The Newberg Public Library’s advisory board heard a broad operational update that covered programming attendance, staffing changes, a narrated demonstration of how new books are processed, and collection and usage statistics.
Library Director Corey Burkel highlighted recent events including a Jane Austen evening that drew more than 70 attendees. Burkel also announced the retirement of circulation staffer Lori…
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