A Message to our Donors...
Spring 2023
The Torrington Library is experiencing a post-pandemic renaissance.
Libraries have historically been stewards of physical collections, but have recently been reborn as:
In 2023, we want to focus on expanding our collections (books, eBooks, audiobooks, online resources, etc.) and our program offerings to provide patrons a more enriching, empowering, and engaging way of life that reflect our changing population.
This is why we need your help!
Improving and enhancing these services come at a cost. For example, our newest online resource, hoopla, costs on average $10,000 a year to maintain. With more donor funding, we could expand user credits (how many electronic check-outs per month a patron is allowed) from 5 to 10. This would allow for wider access to materials and an overall better user experience.
Not a virtual user? Maintaining a strong physical collection is still at the core of our mission. Within the past five years, we have been able to purchase hundreds more items each year because of your donations. Now imagine if we could purchase 1,000 more new titles a year for the next five years. That's more items getting directly into your hands and a stronger, more diverse collection that reflects the Torrington-of-today. All because of your support.
These are just a few concrete examples of how your donation makes a BIG difference.
We hope you enjoy reading about how we plan to make good use of your gift in 2023 and how your 2022 donation led to a more vibrant library environment.
Warmly,
Steven M. Temkin, President
AND
Jessica Gueniat, Director
The Torrington Library is experiencing a post-pandemic renaissance.
Libraries have historically been stewards of physical collections, but have recently been reborn as:
- cultivators of new, virtual collections;
- community gathering place, and
- providers of unique materials and items that improve quality of life.
- a robust collection of circulating materials;
- quality programs and events for all ages to enjoy;
- an increasing collection of educational and enriching resources, such as Mango Languages, LinkedIn Learning, and even circulating cake pans.
In 2023, we want to focus on expanding our collections (books, eBooks, audiobooks, online resources, etc.) and our program offerings to provide patrons a more enriching, empowering, and engaging way of life that reflect our changing population.
This is why we need your help!
Improving and enhancing these services come at a cost. For example, our newest online resource, hoopla, costs on average $10,000 a year to maintain. With more donor funding, we could expand user credits (how many electronic check-outs per month a patron is allowed) from 5 to 10. This would allow for wider access to materials and an overall better user experience.
Not a virtual user? Maintaining a strong physical collection is still at the core of our mission. Within the past five years, we have been able to purchase hundreds more items each year because of your donations. Now imagine if we could purchase 1,000 more new titles a year for the next five years. That's more items getting directly into your hands and a stronger, more diverse collection that reflects the Torrington-of-today. All because of your support.
These are just a few concrete examples of how your donation makes a BIG difference.
We hope you enjoy reading about how we plan to make good use of your gift in 2023 and how your 2022 donation led to a more vibrant library environment.
Warmly,
Steven M. Temkin, President
AND
Jessica Gueniat, Director
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