LIBRARY RECOGNITION PLANNED

The Tolland Public Library Foundation invites the community to join a celebration at the Tolland Public Library on June 19, 2010 in appreciation of the largest donation in the history of the library.  Recognition activities are planned for 11:00-12:00, including special presentations to the family, unveiling of a plaque, and a display of library materials purchased with initial proceeds of the endowment.

The celebration will honor Elizabeth King Eaton for her generous bequest to the library in the name of her mother, Phoebe Dimock King and herself, to be named The Phoebe Dimock King and Elizabeth C. King Eaton Endowment.  The gift will allow the library to purchase books, magazines, journals, software and other library resources from the interest accrued.

The Foundation has authorized an initial grant of $7000 for library subscriptions to four new online databases for public access. They include:

• Ancestry.com (Library Edition)- This popular genealogy resource includes over 4 billion records (census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more) to aid in tracing family ancestors.

• NoveList Plus- This complete readers’ resource, with information on over 250,000 fiction and readable non-fiction titles, will help libraries and patrons find the next “great read”.  Also included are lists of award-winning books, Book Discussion Guides, BookTalks, Recommended Reads, and more.

• ConsumerReports.org- This popular, award-winning website provides quality and price comparisons to help consumers make better purchasing decisions.  Advice and tips on home improvement, personal finances, and health are also included.

• Credo Reference- Library Journal’s Best Reference Award 2009.  Access full text of over 400 reference books covering every major topic, including art, medicine, history, technology and literature.

Foundation supporters and the Tolland community are encouraged to join the celebration, try out the newest resources, and show appreciation of this generous gift that will enhance library services now and for future generations.

Upadated May 19, 2010