Cottage Grove, Wis. - Dec 15, 2008
When we think of a community we think of the cornerstones that define that community: the schools, the parks, businesses and libraries. These cornerstones make the community not only more attractive, but bring people together.
Here are some reasons for supporting a library for Cottage Grove, when the time is right:
• A library is a community center. It is a place where all ages can gather, and attend educational programs. It is a safe place for young people to gather and for seniors to stay connected and engaged.
• A library is an information center. It is a place where an information specialist can answer your questions.
• A library is a heritage center. It can be the place where community history can be showcased, and where one can go for assistance with genealogy and family history.
• A library is a literacy place. Libraries promote the joy of reading.
• A library is a place where parents can share quality time together with their children. Libraries offer story times and children’s programming.
• A library is a technology center where residents can take classes to help them use the resources of the 21st century.
• A library is a place to get help with research and find accurate answers to questions.
• A library is a place to find community information. Libraries have resources on where to shop locally, news about school and community events. Libraries also provide information on support services close to home.
• A library can work with the schools to support learning and make educational programs stronger.
• A library is a place where residents can look for jobs and employment resources.
There are many in Cottage Grove that still believe that a library is a good idea. In tough economic times libraries are even more important. Having these resources close to home can make our community stronger. Please help make Today’s Vision Tomorrow’s Reality.
If you’re interested in volunteering to help make the library a reality , please contact Diane Wiedenbeck at 839-8588 (dwiedenbeck@village.cottage-grove.wi.us) or Norma Hessling at 843-0077 (library@village.cottage-grove.wi.us).
