Cranbrook Public Library

Cranbrook Public Library

Mission Statement:

The Cranbrook Public Library reaches out to support the needs and aspirations of everyone in our community by promoting literacy and providing access to the world’s information, ideas and culture through a diverse range of services in a welcoming, respectful environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Through its services, programs and resources the library connects people of all ages with the information they need, helps them as they develop their literacy skills, facilitates the sharing of ideas in person and on-line, and encourages a lifelong habit of learning. Library staff work hard to make it possible for people to: • borrow books, DVDs, audio books, ebooks, magazines, streaming videos and use subscription-based resources • participate in literacybased programs for all ages (storytime, summer reading club, book clubs, author events, seminars, etc.) • use the public access computers and free wireless

Internet access to use on-line resources • ask any question they may have, from how to find a critical piece of information, to what they can read next, to how to use their tablet and anything else they may need help with • meet with others, do homework, or even read

2017 Key Projects

With a grant from the Kootenay Library Federation we purchased Dot, Dash and Cue robots and tablets to use in coding the robots. We also purchased Lego sets with electrical and mechanical components. We will utilize these in 2018 to provide programs at the library. The Cranbrook Public Library also secured one of 35 new bike racks in the downtown core thanks to the City of Cranbrook and the Cranbrook Sunrise Rotary. This promotes a healthy life style and allows for safe locations for cyclists to lock their bikes. 2017 marked the final year of the current strategic plan and since it was a year of changes as long-time staff members either retired or temporarily stepped into new roles, a one-year addendum was created for the strategic plan to continue working on items not yet completed. This plan creates an opportunity for the Cranbrook Public Library to continue moving towards a fully collaborative work system that puts patrons at the centre and offers interesting and innovative programs to our community.

Bike Racks outside of Cranbrook Public Library

Robot Lights Core Department Mandates: • Provide universal access to information and creative works in a wide range of physical and digital formats • Offer literacy based programs that inspire a love of reading, foster social engagement and encourage lifelong learning • Provide reference and information services to help people find the information they need • Create a safe community space where all people are welcome • Foster the sharing of ideas and perspectives by providing a space where people can come together

Storytime with Cranbrook Firefighters

2017 Priority:

• Provide exceptional library services and programs to residents

2017 Key Accomplishments:

• New telephone system installed • Catalogue system migration to system as a server

2018 Goals:

• Plan for a new quiet space room in the library