Once a gift or item is accepted by jcpl it becomes the property of the library unconditionally. What if you needed 22 library cards, instead of one. The jefferson county library foundations mission is to support and enrich the capabilities, resources and services of the jefferson county public library through fundraising and advocacy efforts that benefit our diverse community. It is 35,000 square feet and houses fiction and nonfiction books, magazines, microfilm, videocassettes, and books on tape. We are are located two and a half blocks south of the stoplight at the hwy 18 and hwy 26 intersection. Jefferson parish library now offers free text message reference services. Click on the underlined event title to sign up for the event. One of our librarians will respond as soon as possible. While the library understands that finding homes for your gently used. By 1814 when the british burned the nations capitol and the library of congress, jefferson had acquired the largest personal collection of books in the united states.
East bank regional library jefferson parish library. Browse, borrow, and enjoy titles from the jefferson parish library digital collection. Vote for local representatives who support the librarys initiatives through government funding. Book sales and book donations belmont public library. Please contact library staff with any questions or concerns regarding our materials donation policy. It has popular fiction book club, great books club and fantasy book club, as well as a science fiction club. Why should i donate to the public libraries of jefferson. Your support will demonstrate your appreciation for and understanding of the value in a civilized. Diagnostic test center with customized study plans, lessons, and live tutoring. Jefferson offered to sell his library to congress as a replacement for the collection destroyed by the british during the war of 1812. Munson memorial library 1046 s east street amherst, ma 01002 phone. As a courtesy, we request that all donations be brought in boxes. Browse, borrow, and enjoy titles from the triparish elibrary digital collection. Norfolk public library needs new or gentlyused books, audiobooks, cds, and dvds.
We support the jefferson parish library by promoting library awareness, providing needed unbudgeted items for all its branches through fundraising, and participating in literacy programs. Text us at 66746 during library hours and start your question with askjpl. At first, none of the original library buildings were owned by the parish. Throughout his life, books were vital to thomas jeffersons education and wellbeing. Jennings headquarters elton branch lake arthur branch. Get email reminders for due dates with elf free service works with jefferson parish library account to alert users of due dates. The public libraries in jefferson county pljc is a group of 22 individual municipal jefferson county libraries that banded together thirtythree years ago to create the one county one library card system. Jefferson parish library 4747 west napoleon avenue metairie, louisiana 700012310 admin. Proceeds from these book donations support the public library in many ways.
Support our library your support for the library will strengthen and expand our mission to serve every one in our service area. Donated books and materials will be incorporated into the librarys book. Elf is not affiliated with jefferson parish library, but will work with a jpl account. May 06, 2012 what if you needed 22 library cards, instead of one. Why should i donate to the public libraries of jefferson county. I see jcpl has my favorite authors newest title available as an ebook or eaudiobook, but why doesnt the library have all of their titles. Donate your books to the jefferson county library foundation and support the programs and services of the foundation and the jefferson county public library. Jefferson parish library jpl is the library system of jefferson parish, louisiana. Free service works with jefferson parish library account to alert users of due dates. Our building is directly across from the jefferson county courthouse.
The bookshop closes at 2pm, but we ask that donations be dropped off at least an hour earlier. Thank you so much of thinking of us and for your support of the northern jefferson county library district. Donate your used books friends of the jefferson public. Pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn any of 163 languages with personalized courses, movies, music, and more. Find 15 listings related to jefferson parish library westbank libraries in marrero on. Jefferson parish library westbank libraries claim this business. The friends of crandall public library gratefully accept your gently used donations for our book sales, which are. The friends of jefferson public library also accepts monetary donations. Learn online, either on your desktop computer or mobile device. Locations in jennings, elton, lake arthur, welsh and mobile library.
Become a friend of the jefferson county public library. The police jury of jefferson parish passed a resolution of library establishment in 1946, and the first public library was opened november 30, 1949. The louisiana small business development center network, hosted by the university of louisiana at monroe, is an accredited member of the national association. The friends of the jefferson public library is an independent, nonprofit organization of civicminded volunteers. Where to donate used books are you looking to donate your used books or magazines. Jefferson parish library lakeshore branch in metairie. Citizens of all ages use one library card countywide and have access to all the resources of all the lib. Jefferson parish library west bank regional branch in. Collection development policy jefferson county public library. Why should i donate to the public libraries in jefferson county. Jun 07, 2019 become a friend of the jefferson county public library.
The events that require sign up are designated by the underlined event titles. For more information about elf, visit the elf website. Collection of more than 20,000 louisiana borndigital public documents, most since 2002. Your support is requested for outreach programs, for collections, and for special projects. Jefferson township public library is a place where people gather to explore, interact, and imagine. Madison public library accepts gifts of new or gentlyused books, magazines, dvds, and music or books on compact disc. On the hunt for jeffersons lost books a library of congress curator is on a worldwide mission to find exact copies of the books that belonged to thomas jefferson. Your support for the library will strengthen and expand our mission to serve every one in our service area. An online library of over 144,000 digital materials about louisianas history, culture, places, and people. Frequently asked questions jefferson county public library. Jefferson parish library the existence of the jefferson parish library assures public ownership and access to print collections, historic materials, digital resources, and gathering places for all parish residents. Elf is an internetbased service which alerts library users of upcoming due dates by email. Jcpl will make the final decision on acceptance, use or disposition.
Please understand, however, that we cannot accept or include all donations, because. We offer a variety of programs and events in addition to print and digital information that is free, available and accessible to everyone. Mar 16, 2020 the jefferson public library book drops are open and you are welcome to return items at any time. Donate good quality used books to the jefferson county library foundation. The jefferson davis parish library system consists of the following locations. Welcome to the jefferson elementary school library page. Librarything local covers bookstores and libraries, and book events of all kinds. Gently used hardcover books, softcovers and paperbacks, dvds and cds for patrons of all ages and interests are on sale during library. Includes new covid19 language course in 101 languages. The friends of the library group accepts donations of new and used hard cover and paperback books, records, cds, and dvds at their sorting center located at 4747 west napoleon avenue in the administration section of the east bank regional library in metairie on tuesdays and thursdays between 9 a. Please contact library staff with any questions or concerns regarding our. For example, askjpl what are the library hours on saturdays. Live oak public libraries welcomes donations of gently used books, dvds, and audiobook cds to support the librarys collection and library.
Learn a new skill at your own pace, with thousands of courses covering animation, audio, video, business skills, marketing, design, photography, programming and much more. Those wishing to make a financial contribution can do so by mailing a check made payable to friends of jefferson public library to the following address. Tax deduction receipts are provided for every donation. Jefferson parish library, since 1949, has been proving citizens of jefferson parish with the best materials, programs and services. Live skills building and a library of lessons, videos, tests and more. Branch hours and locations jefferson davis parish library. The jefferson public library book drops are open and you are welcome to return items at any time. You can make large volume donations of books and media directly at the jefferson county library foundation warehouse mondayfriday, 9. Jefferson parish library pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn any of 163 languages with personalized courses, movies, music, and more. Book donation procedures north jefferson county library. Located in the digital resources repository of the state library of louisiana. If you have any questions about the jefferson parish library website or need help with your account, please visit our help page.
Jefferson parish library westbank libraries westwego. Library card required microsoft imagine academy prepare for school or career by improving your knowledge of microsoft products and technologies. Filter by types of events or change display formats by clicking here. The jane obrien chatelain west bank regional library, opened in 1990, is the largest public library on the west bank.
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