The final piece of steel structure that was placed is a symbol of what’s to come. It’s equivalent to breaking a glass ceiling of what some see as impossibilities. It’s a step closer to how we can fulfill the library vision of Inspiring Lives, Transforming Durham.
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Go For Launch! at Durham County Library
Go For Launch! is a program that’s literally out of this world. The winning team, Orion, will have their experiment launched into space to the International Space Center from Cape Canaveral in Florida later this year.
Summer Reading: Libraries Rock!
Libraries Rock! That’s the theme for Durham County Library’s 2018 Summer Reading Initiative. Our summer reading kickoff was held on June 9 at Northgate Mall and was well attended by the community, with people of all ages participating in a day of fun and promotion of reading during the summer months.
A Celebration of Mothers and Graduates
In all of the heat and rain that we may experience this month, I hope we all find time to celebrate our mothers and our graduates. I consider my mom as a best friend and truly value the many life lessons that she has instilled in me.
Value Added Part 2 – The Stanford L. Warren Friends
Program attendance often averages upward of 60 people and feels like a wonderful family gathering as most of those in attendance are longtime residents of Durham County. Don’t worry, newcomers are encouraged to attend and greeted with great Southern hospitality.
Value Added Part 1 – Friends of the Durham Library
Here at Durham County Library we often speak of the library family. This month I want to highlight the Friends of the Durham Library and their generous giving to staff and the community.
Priority Goals
Success looks very different for each of us. In libraries success is typically measured by door count, items circulated and program attendance. I’m pleased to say that we look pretty good from a statistical stand point. This year I want to take a closer look at areas of impact that speak to my heart and hopefully to the heart of many of our users…