Happy New Year!
2009 has started with a bang and we are pleased to announce our two newest grant awards of $75,000.
HOMER LIBRARY IS A DESTINATION STATION
"Destination Station" is a technology specific grant that allows the library to upgrade and add technical equipment, including new computers for both children and adults. Ten new Kids Connect computers, each loaded with thirty educational programs, will be added, as will "family stations, where an adult can work side by side with a child at separate computers. Funding also provides new internet room computers and adds word processing computers throughout the public areas of the library. This is a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant, awarded by the Illinois State Library with federal funding provided through the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). We believe you will enjoy the added convenience of new equipment and software!
TEEN SCENE & MORE
The second award is funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). We extend our appreciation to State Representative Renee Kosel for her assistance with this grant opportunity. This award will allow us to upgrade areas of the library including adding a new Teen Scene area where students and library youth can do homework and socialize with friends.
Grant awards provide needed funding to our tax-capped library budget. Successful grants allow us to offer some really neat things at Homer Library and expand the way we can serve you well. Both projects will enrich your library experience and add convenient new areas for your use. We know you will find more value than ever before at Homer Library!
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