Winsted
When the Winsted Library was established in
1976, local patrons came to the library to do things
such as checking out books, looking up things in
encyclopedias, and reading newspapers.
Today, patrons still check out books, but they
also use the t wo patron computers and free
WiFi, attend programs, visit with their friends and
neighbors, and get movies to enjoy at home.
With special programs offered throughout
the yea r, the bui lding at 18 0 Main Avenue
West is bustling with all kinds of entertainment
opportunities and community-building activities.
A spot for everything
Near the entrance is a kids’ corner, with picture
books and room for children and their parents
to sit and read or play together with some of the
educational toys. Next to the children’s section
are books for middle-grade and teenage readers,
followed by the adult large-print section.
“All the adult fiction and non-fiction is in the
addition that was added in December 2013, when
the store that was next door closed,” Ebert said,
adding that the back area is also a quieter study
area.
With more room for books, the library is able to
keep a larger collection on hand. The amount of
new material is constant, but old items don’t need
to be cycled out as quickly.
“Ever y year, we focus on building a better
Children enjoyed fingerpainting on a large canvas during Storytime in the Park
last year, hosted by the Winsted Library.
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