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Advisory committee reviews large community festival, radio partnership and outreach to boost program attendance

Laredo Public Library Advisory Committee · January 30, 2026
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Summary

Members said a recent book festival drew thousands and discussed using radio partnerships, community partners (AARP, veterans, schools) and memory-café planning with health agencies to boost attendance for programs such as the Hispanic Heritage Book Club, which recorded low turnout.

Committee members reviewed recent events and discussed strategies to increase attendance for recurring programs. Staff described a recent community festival that drew an estimated 3,000 people and included children’s crafts, vendor booths and a public vote on favorite bakeries.

The chair said the festival’s mix of vendors and attractions helped attract crowds: “3,000 people came for the… the coffee,” the chair said, recalling turnout and noting vendor participation. Members discussed…

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