The San Bernardino County Library- James S. Thalman Chino Hills Branch made history by circulating 1 million items to the Chino Hills community during this past fiscal year, 2017-18. This is the first time in the 104-year history of the San Bernardino County Library that a single branch library has checked out over 1 million items.
Contrary to trends throughout the nation showing decreases in library usage the interest in libraries throughout San Bernardino County continues to grow and Chino Hills is a prime example with this recent accomplishment. Over the course of the last year, the Chino Hills Branch Library has held a number of events to increase community participation and showcase new materials at these events which included a New Book Festival, Library Luau, Super Hero and Galaxy Event along with base programming for babies through adults.
The entire San Bernardino County Library system, comprised of 32 branches, also continues its growth trends checking out over 5.5 million items this year alone, up from the 2.5 million circulated in 2013. This achievement has been supported by diligent planning and deliberate efforts to increase and maintain a modern, relevant and accessible collection by library staff and administration.
In honor of the James S. Thalman Chino Hills Branch’s accomplishment, a community event will be held on Tuesday, July 31 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Chino Hills Library which will include crafts, a live DJ, jumbo Lego blocks, opportunity drawings for prizes, and a visit from Buzz Lightyear. Please join us for this exciting celebration and come see what the Library has to offer.
The San Bernardino County Library System is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries that serves a diverse population over a vast geographic area. The County library system strives to provide equal access to information, technology, programs, and services for all the people who call San Bernardino County home.
The Library plays a key role in the achievement of the Countywide Vision, www.sbcounty.gov/vision by contributing to educational, cultural, and historical development of our County community.
For more information on the San Bernardino County Library system, please visit http://www.sbclib.org/ or call (909) 387-2220.