BRYAN MAIN-ADULT SERVICES
In 2024, the Bryan Main Branch offered a wide range of adult programs that brought the community together through creativity, education, literature, and culture.
The library supported six active book clubs, including both in-house and offsite groups. A standout among them was We Be Book’ N, a bi-weekly book club specifically designed for adults with disabilities. Led by Jonell Combs, the group reads stories with characters facing medical or physical challenges.
In March, the library partnered with The Ability Center and Williams County Board of Developmental Disabilities for,“ Challenging the Stigma”. This annual event combats the stigmas associated with disabilities and highlights the services and organizations that champion disability awareness in the community. It was an evening filled with education, advocacy, creativity, and so much fun!
In April, patrons gathered to witness a 99.9 % partial solar eclipse, just outside the path of totality. Equipped with safety glasses provided by the library, attendees enjoyed a rare astronomical event that sparked curiosity along with community connection.
The Friends of the Bryan Library held a Used Book Sale to raise proceeds to support programs and services at the Bryan Main Library. The sale is filled with books for all ages, popular authors, and many different genres.
Another annual event is Fountain City Fandemonium, which is a celebration of fandoms of all kinds! With a yearly attendance of over 500 people, the whole community is able to enjoy this free event at Bryan Main. Fandemonium offers special guests, a Costume Contest, panels, vendors, authors, artists, and more.