In tough economic times, parents might find it harder than ever to make sure their children have everything they need for school. September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and the Hailey Public Library wants to make sure that all children in Hailey have the smartest card of all—a library card.
Libraries support literacy by providing teaching resources, information and referral services, as well as access to music, DVDs, the Internet, books and more. By motivating children to read, librarians create lifelong readers, and that makes for better citizens, and that makes for a healthier democracy.
Of course, library cards aren't just for kids. A recent American Library Association report found that the importance of libraries in American life continued to grow in 2010—and accelerated dramatically as the national economy sank and people looked for sources of cost-effective help in a time of crisis. In fact, 68 percent of American adults have a library card. Now more than ever, Americans turn to—and depend on—their libraries and librarians for financial information, computer and Internet access, and, of course, books, movies and more.
Since the Hailey Public Library is a tax-supported institution, its services and resources are available to those individuals who live or pay taxes within the city limits of Hailey or who pay a nonresident fee for services. The "library legal service area" refers to the area within the corporate boundaries of the city of Hailey. The library allows browsers and students from all areas to use materials while in the library. Reference assistance is provided to browsers whether or not they are Hailey residents or purchase a nonresident card. For more information on how to obtain a library card, please call 788-2036 or our website at haileypubliclibrary.org.
It's all possible with a library card.
LeAnn Gelskey
Director
Hailey Public Library
