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Vinalhaven library reports steady circulation, outlines spring programs
Summary
The Library Director reported a three‑month circulation of 1,078 and listed recent and upcoming programs including paint nights, a children’s music program, and author visits; spring/summer hours were adjusted.
The Library Director opened the meeting with usage statistics and program updates for the winter and spring season. "Circulation- (3 months) 1078," the director reported, and added that interlibrary loans numbered 36 during the same period.
The director listed recent events — paint nights, a high‑school student reading, a children’s music program and a talk by Kirk Gentalen — and outlined upcoming offerings, including a paint night on April 9 and a May Basket workshop on April 17. Staff also noted ongoing regular programming such as toddler time and a Writer’s Workshop that meets about once a month. The library has begun spring/summer hours, with Tuesday and Thursday evenings open until 7 p.m. and Saturday service ending at noon.
The staff said the annual state Library Report has been submitted and that the town report letter will be filed soon, continuing the library’s reporting obligations. Trustees also reviewed a slate of potential summer presenters and author visits, including a likely June appearance by Richard Howard and other talks planned for the season.
