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Title: THE KEEPER OF LOST THINGS Author: RUTH HOGAN Location: Glenwood City Public Library Date: APRIL 28, 2025 Time: 7:00 Description: Anthony Peardew is the keeper of lost things. Forty years ago, he carelessly lost a keepsake from his beloved fiancée, Therese. That...
Afternoon Book Club
Title: THE GREAT ALONE Author: KRISTIN HANNAH Location: Glenwood City Public Library Date: MAY 5, 2025 Time: 12:30 Description: laska, 1974. Unpredictable. Unforgiving. Untamed. For a family in crisis, the ultimate test of survival. Ernt Allbright, a former POW, comes...
History
Established in 1900 when a board of library commissioners was appointed to oversee 300 books, the Glenwood City Public Library continues its role today as an essential and dynamic community organization. Providing old-fashioned service with a personal touch, the library offers state-of-the-art technologies to meet information needs along with a friendly, cozy gathering space for learning and recreation.
Mission Statement
The Glenwood City Public Library promotes a strong, vibrant community by connecting people to each other and to information, and by providing personal development opportunities and satisfying recreational experiences.
Vision Statement
The library a) offers a safe, accessible, and inviting “home away from home” for community members; b) promotes the joy of reading, the love of learning, and the sharing of ideas; c) provides professional and responsive service to all; d) works in partnership with other community organizations; and e) protects every individual’s right to explore information and ideas in a confidential manner.