JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The James River Valley Library is aware that as technology gains popularity and the jobs of libraries worldwide change, they’re hopeful a study will give them necessary insight to grow with the needs of the area.
A space needs study being conducted by JLG Architects in Fargo is being conducted to show how much space both the Alfred Dickey Public Library and Stutsman County Library need moving forward.
Library Director Joe Rector says when it comes to the Alfred Dickey Library, the 100 year old building was built to meet needs at the time. But times have changed the role the public library plays in the community.
During a public input session, Rector says they discussed the importance of distinct spaces for children, teens, and adults. Technology and maker spaces were also considered along with programming and meeting spaces and the balance of books with e-materials.
Rector says the library has already begun embracing the difference services many libraries could be specializing in for the near future.
According to the latest numbers, about 80% of the checkouts from the local libraries are physical materials which could shift more to technological checkouts in the future.
In other library information, the Alfred Dickey Library continues to provide different programs and courses including a photography composition class on March 1st, cookbook club, and in-person story time on Thursdays at 10 AM. For more information or to sign up for programs, visit jrvls.org.
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