- The Pierce County Library System closed Monday, Dec. 27 - 12/26/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System will be closed Monday, Dec. 27, due to the snowstorm.
Please enjoy the Library’s online services, which are always, open at www.piercecountylibrary.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.
Contact: MaryGetchell | Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-direct; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and property taxes are the main funding source. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, audiobooks, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- The Pierce County Library System closed Sunday, Dec. 26 - 12/26/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System will be closed today, Dec. 26, due to the snowstorm.
Please enjoy the Library’s online services, which are always, open at www.piercecountylibrary.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.
Contact: MaryGetchell | Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-direct; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and property taxes are the main funding source. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, audiobooks, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Pierce County Library System closed Jan. 1, New Year’s Day - 12/20/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System will be closed Saturday, Jan. 1, New Year’s Day.
During that time, the Library’s online services, as always, will be open at www.piercecountylibrary.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and property taxes are the main funding source. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, audiobooks, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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- Pierce County Library System closed Dec. 24-25 for Christmas - 12/10/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System will be closed Friday, Dec. 24, and Saturday, Dec. 25, for Christmas.
During that time, the Library’s online services, as always, will be open at www.piercecountylibrary.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.
Contact: MaryGetchell | Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-direct; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and property taxes are the main funding source. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, audiobooks, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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facebook.com/PierceCoLibrary
twitter.com/PierceCoLibrary
- Limited access to online services, Wednesday, Dec. 8-Thursday, Dec. 9, 9 a.m.-noon - 12/6/2021
Limited access to online services, Wednesday, Dec. 8-Thursday, Dec. 9, 9 a.m.-noon
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – Scheduled maintenance is planned for some of the Pierce County Library System’s online services Wednesday, Dec. 8-Thursday, Dec. 9, 9 a.m.-noon.
During this timeframe, the following websites and web pages may be unavailable:
- Job + Business Center
- Military Connections
- My Next Read
- STEAM
- TitleQuest
You may continue accessing other online services during this time including downloadable e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines.
We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your patience.
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and property taxes are the main funding source. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, audiobooks, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
piercecountylibrary.org
facebook.com/PierceCoLibrary
twitter.com/PierceCoLibrary
- Library Board conducts final public hearing for 2022 budget - 12/1/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will conduct its second and final public hearing on its 2022 proposed budget and conduct other business at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 3:30 p.m.
Join the meeting by phone or online:
- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
- Zoom with a Zoom account from a web browser or an app:
https://zoom.us/j/97760527787?pwd=T1VGT0ZvbEhhRWVmSXdOTEFwQndrQT09
The Library System projects a $42.9 million budget to serve the county, which is a $3.5 million increase from the 2021 budget. The primary increase shows the Library System moving toward full service as well as monies to cover costs from inflation. Other increased costs include continued safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and serving the public safely with curbside pickup of books, movies and other materials.
2022 marks the third year of operating under the Library’s levy sustainable plan, which resulted from the voter-approved reauthorized levy in 2018. The plan created a multi-year funding cycle to provide stable funding to deliver valued library services through 2029.
In the current funding cycle, which includes 2022, the Library System is receiving more revenue than it is spending. Following the levy sustainable plan, the Library plans to save the unspent funds for future years, when costs to operate the Library System are projected to be higher than revenues.
Another component of the proposed budget shows 2022 as the third year the Library System does not plan to charge fines on overdue books and materials. In March 2020, the Library System stopped charging fines to help reduce further economic burdens brought on by the economic crisis stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/about-us/board-trustees/Default.htm
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
piercecountylibrary.org
facebook.com/PierceCoLibrary
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- Orting and Parkland/Spanaway Libraries closed remainder of November 15 - 11/15/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – Orting and Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Libraries will be closed for the remainder of the day, Monday, November 15. Orting Library is closed due to an ongoing power outage and Parkland/Spanaway Library is closed due to a staffing shortage.
Both libraries plan to be reopen on Tuesday, November 16.
We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit another Pierce County Library on Monday, November 15.
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
Office-253-548-3428; cell: 253-229-4477
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
piercecountylibrary.org
facebook.com/PierceCoLibrary
twitter.com/PierceCoLibrary
- Pierce County Library System closed Nov. 25-26 for Thanksgiving - 11/15/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System will be closed Thursday, Nov. 25, and Friday, Nov. 26, for Thanksgiving.
During that time, the Library’s online services, as always, will be open at www.piercecountylibrary.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.
Contact: MaryGetchell | Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-direct; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and property taxes are the main funding source. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, audiobooks, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
piercecountylibrary.org
facebook.com/PierceCoLibrary
twitter.com/PierceCoLibrary
- Board conducts first public hearing for 2022 budget - 11/5/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System Board of Trustees will conduct its first public hearing on its 2022 proposed budget, discuss recruitment for a new executive director, and conduct other business at its Board meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 3:30 p.m.
Join the meeting by phone or online:
- Phone: 253-215-8782, webinar identification: 977 6052 7787, passcode: 106659
- Zoom with a Zoom account from a web browser or an app:
https://zoom.us/j/97760527787?pwd=T1VGT0ZvbEhhRWVmSXdOTEFwQndrQT09
Public hearing 2022 budget. The Board will conduct its first of two public hearings on the 2022 budget, which the Library System projects to include $44.4 million in revenue, of which $42.6 million is budgeted for services, operations and capital investments. 2022 marks the third year of operating under the Library’s levy sustainable plan, which resulted from the voter-approved reauthorized levy in 2018. The plan created a multi-year funding cycle to provide stable funding to deliver valued library services through 2029. In the current funding cycle, the Library System is receiving more revenue than it is spending. The Library is saving the unspent funds for future years, when costs to operate the Library System are projected to be higher than revenues.
Another component of the proposed budget shows 2022 as the third year the Library System does not plan to charge fines on overdue books and materials. In March 2020, the Library System stopped charging fines to help reduce further economic burdens brought on by the economic crisis stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Executive Director Recruitment. The Board of Trustees members are working with Bradbury Miller Associates, an executive search firm, to recruit a new executive director. The firm plans to conduct the nationwide recruitment through mid-January 2022, with a goal to select a new executive director in March 2022. In September 2021, the current Pierce County Library Executive Director Georgia Lomax announced plans to retire. Lomax has served as the executive director for the Pierce County Library since 2014, and she plans to remain in the position until a new executive director comes on board.
More information: https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/files/library/board-packet-11102021.pdf
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
253-548-3428-office; 253-229-4477-mobile
About Pierce County Library System
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
piercecountylibrary.org
facebook.com/PierceCoLibrary
twitter.com/PierceCoLibrary
- New service from Library System – free online videos - 11/2/2021
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System is now offering free online videos, in addition to online e-books, audiobooks and magazines it has been offering. People may stream the videos from computers, tablets or mobile devices with internet access and download the online books and magazines to any device with internet access, 24/7.
“Adding videos to online choices is another way the Library System is changing its services to respond to the public’s needs during the pandemic,” said Pierce County Library Executive Director Georgia Lomax. “Quality video content for the whole family is important now more than ever. We know online books and magazines are in high demand, and we are confident people will love the video choices, too!”
Reading has proven to reduce stress, and Lomax said she can’t stress enough how important it is for people to de-stress and find some joy in their lives right now. The online services also help people save time with easy, convenient access from anywhere at any time.
People have more than 70,000 titles to enjoy.
For online videos people can plan future trips, train their dogs, get in shape with many yoga, tai chi and fitness videos, provide fun and learning for their children, and enjoy great movies such as “Spy Kids” and “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.”
Online e-book and audiobook titles include best sellers, new releases and multiple genres, from “The Four Winds” by Kristin Hannah, “Midnight Sun” by Stephanie Meyer, “American Dirt” by Jeanine Cummins, “The Giver of Stars” by Jojo Moyes and many more great reads.
For online magazines, people may choose from more than 3,500 publications in 20 languages, including “National Geographic,” “US Weekly,” “The New Yorker” and “Good Housekeeping.”
More information: downloads.pcls.us
Contact: Mary Getchell, Marketing and Communications Director
Office: 253-548-3428; cell: 253-229-4477
The nationally acclaimed Pierce County Library System serves 620,000 people throughout Pierce County with 20 libraries and online services. The system is the fourth largest in the state and is funded primarily through property taxes. People may choose from more than one million books, e-books, audiobooks, movies and other materials. Pierce County Library is committed to directing services in three primary areas: learning, enjoyment and community connection. Its services and programs spark success for Pierce County residents. More than 2 million people visit Pierce County Libraries each year. The Library provides services and programs directly to people in adult care facilities, people who are homebound, and to children in childcare centers and schools. Pierce County Libraries are located at Anderson Island, Bonney Lake, Buckley, DuPont, Eatonville, Fife, Gig Harbor, Graham, Key Center, Lakewood, Milton/Edgewood, Orting, Parkland/Spanaway, Pierce County Library Administrative Center, South Hill, Steilacoom, Summit, Sumner, Tillicum and University Place. Pierce County Library is an independent municipal corporation and operates as a junior taxing district.
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