No matter the format, be it print, media, microform or electronic, the Glen Cove Public Library supports freedom of access to the broadest spectrum of ideas. For many users, the library is the last line of defense in the search for truth.
The Glen Cove Public Library is guided by the following American Library Association statements of access to information:
- The Library Bill of Rights
- Freedom to Read Statement
- Freedom to View Statement
- Interpretation of the Library Bill of Rights: Free Access to Libraries for Minors and Access to Electronic Information Services and Resources.
The library has five trustees and a director who are responsible for programs and its annual budget.
The library first opened its doors as the Memorial Hall Association on October 7, 1907 at the corner of Main and Spring Streets. It had 1,250 volumes, 450 of which were donated by the Women's Christian Temperance Union of Windsor Locks. According to the library's own history, 70 books were checked out on its first day. In the 1920s, the library moved to the Windsor Locks Bank Building and changed its name to the Windsor Locks Public Library Inc. After eight head librarians during its history, the library is now located on Main Street and has a collection of more than 88,000 items.
The Chicago Public Library's Mount Greenwood Branch maintains a sizable collection of books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks and research materials. Patrons are welcome to relax in the award-winning reading garden and enjoy works of art and sculptures created by local artists.
This library offers a wide range of books and activities for neighbors in the area. Activities include storytime for toddlers and preschoolers, as well as "Read to a Dog" sponsored by the Marin Humane Society. Computers are available and one-on-one tutoring sessions can be arranged.
The Decatur Public Library offers books and videos and other items for check-out. The library has a book drop drive-thru and offers a variety of in-house events, including free English classes. The second floor plays host to a variety of computer stations with free Internet access.
The Gritters Branch of the Cobb County Library System was built in 1972. It opened on November 19th, 1973. The name Gritters is derived from the era when there were military districts. The 911th Militia District, known as Gritters, was officially organized in 1839. No record is available of the origin on the name.
The name became associated with the district. The Gritters Library is located within a beautiful wooded oasis of Cobb County's Shaw Park. The Gritters Library has a public meeting room with a capacity of 55, available for reservation. Study rooms are also unavailable at this branch location.
The children's Librarian is Rebecca Mendelsohn and the County Commissioner is Tim Lee.
Dexter District Library is one of the village's newest facilities and caters to residents of all ages. Its mission is to be a community hub for residents to check out print, audio and electronic media. It also boasts several community outreach programs throughout the year. The library is also home to the Friends of the Dexter District Library, which was organized in 1957 and is a non-profit volunteer organization that supports the library.
Farmington Community Library carries nonfiction and fiction bestsellers, as well as other books. In addition, magazines, newspapers, and ebooks are available. The facility on 12 Mile Road is the main branch, with the secondary located on Liberty Street. Programs for children are hosted at both and their schedules can be viewed at the library's website.
