named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Room Use
Provides space for public meetings, events, and gatherings
Digital Literacy Programming
Classes and tutorials on eReaders, coding, videoconferencing, cyber awareness, app usage, and online resources
Early Literacy Initiatives
Story times, early literacy kits, and programming designed to foster reading skills in young children
Teen Poetry Contest
An annual contest during National Poetry Month inviting local teens to submit original poems; winners receive gift cards and recognition
Winter Library Challenge
A seasonal program encouraging children and families to complete library-related activities for a chance to win prizes
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
- Administer library operations and circulation servicesProvides standard circulation services, facilitates interlibrary loan requests, and manages the lending and return of materials. Operates library services during specified hours from Tuesday through Saturday.
- Provide free access to physical and digital library collectionsOffers library card registration and access to physical and digital materials, including books, eReaders, digital media, online learning resources, and historical newspaper archives, available both in-library and remotely. Participates in a four-county library system and a network of 66 libraries to expand access through interlibrary loan and return services.
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Home Delivery and Curbside Pickup Services 1 activity
- Conduct outreach and accessibility servicesProvides outreach and curbside service to homebound patrons to ensure equitable access to library resources and programming.
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Early Literacy Promotion 1 activity
- Deliver educational and literacy programs for children and familiesConducts early literacy initiatives through story times, special programming, and curated collections. Offers ongoing literacy programming for children and provides early literacy kits containing books, toys, and skill-building tips in backpack format to support family engagement.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Facilitate community use of library spaces and resourcesMakes community rooms available for public reservation for meetings, parties, and events according to established guidelines. Develops and maintains outdoor spaces—including the Memorial Garden, gazebo, and lawn—for community use and programming such as story walks.
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Cemetery Records and Genealogical Research 1 activity
- Offer lifelong learning and cultural programs for adultsProvides adult-focused programs including author talks, genealogical and historical classes, public lectures (e.g., on dinosaur discoveries), and special interest events. Offers free in-library access to Ancestry: Library Edition for genealogical research.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Produce and distribute library communicationsProduces and distributes a monthly newsletter to inform patrons about library events, resources, and updates.
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Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
- Provide digital literacy and technology accessOffers digital literacy programming covering eReaders, coding, videoconferencing, cyber awareness, responsible online usage, and app use for patrons of all ages. Provides public computer access, WiFi, mobile hotspots for checkout (for patrons 18+), and supports independent learning with robot kits (Dash & Dot, Ozobot) available for home use.
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Library of Things Lending 1 activity
- Provide specialized lending and community servicesLends non-traditional items including board and card games, canning equipment with preserving guides during canning season, and early literacy kits. Offers printing, copying, fax services, and free notary services to the public.
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Youth Writing Contests & Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Support teen engagement and programmingExpands programming for teens through initiatives such as the Teen Poetry Contest, publication of winning poems, and promotion of the Teen Advisory Board to encourage youth involvement in library activities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$109K
Contributions & grants$19K18%
Program service revenue$89K82%
Investment income$2850%
Other revenue$392
expenses
Total expenses$116K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$56K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$283K
Cash$121K
Investments$0
Liabilities$8K
Net assets$275K
Liquid reserves12.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +1.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMANDA JONES | LIBRARY DIRE | 24 | $33K |
board members · 9
- ALICE DAVID — PRESIDENT
- BRIDGETT OSYPIEWSKI — TRUSTEE
- CARROLL BOSWELL — TRUSTEE
- DAVID FENTON — TRUSTEE
- DENISE DIVINCENZO — TRUSTEE
- HOLLIS SCOTT — SECRETARY
- KATHLEEN HARTMAN — VICE PRESIDE
- LEONARD HALPERN — TRUSTEE
- STEPHEN MURRAY — TRUSTEE
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- NCLS Network — Engages in NCLS workshops and professional development opportunities for staff and trustees.
- NYLA Network — Participates in NYLA workshops, seminars, and conferences for staff and trustee professional development.
- North Country Library System Network — Member library sharing resources across a network of 66 libraries in northern New York counties.
- North Country Library System Network — Member of a four-county library system enabling shared borrowing and resource access.
- The Friends of Norwood Public Library Partner — Sponsors prizes for library programs including the Teen Poetry Contest and Winter Library Challenge.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Early Literacy Through Multisensory Lending Kitsmethodology: early-literacy_kitsBy offering curated, multisensory lending kits, the library promotes early literacy development, because tactile and interactive materials engage young children more effectively than passive resources and support learning across different developmental domains.
- Equity-Driven Collection Developmentmethodology: equity-driven-collection-developmentBy applying equity, diversity, and inclusion as guiding principles in selecting library materials, the library better reflects and serves the needs of its diverse community, because inclusive collections increase relevance and access for underrepresented groups.
- Incentive-Based Engagement for Youthmethodology: incentive-based_engagementBy using incentive-based challenges, the library increases children's and teens' engagement with library resources and programs, because tangible rewards motivate participation and sustained interaction with learning materials.
- Self-Directed Learning Through Take-Home Technologymethodology: self-directed_learningBy providing take-home robot kits, the library supports self-directed learning in coding, because hands-on, at-home access removes barriers to technology and enables sustained, interest-driven skill development.