The Du Quoin Public Library of Du Quoin, Illinois received $7,636.25 from the FY2015 Per Capita Grant program from Illinois that needs to be spent by Aug. 15.
The matter was discussed in a recent Board of Trustees meeting. It was also discussed that the E-rate 28-day bidding window had closed. The Schools and Libraries (E-rate) Program provides discounts to assist most schools and libraries in the U.S. obtain affordable Internet access and telecommunications services. A Form 470 can be filed, and Lazerware is offering to help with this process.
Fifteen people attended the library’s first photography gallery opening. Upcoming events include a “How to Become a Librarian” speech April 13 and 14.
A motion was moved to accept a number of committees as appointed. The motion, moved by board member Pat Ferrari and seconded by board member Joyce Calvert, was approved.