Speaker- Lisa Kelly, Long Branch Public Library Adult Programing and Outreach Manager being thanked by Club Pres. Dave Brown for her very informative presentation.
Lisa related the many services offered by the Long Branch Library. Free membership is available to L.B. residents, businesses and property owners. Membership for others is $50. The library is nationally recognized and has won a gold medal. The building has been recently renovated at a cost of 6.2 million dollars. The Elberon branch is presently under renovation and plans to reopen in March 2026. There are special programs for adults, children and teens. Available is a digital collection of audio books, music and movies. There is a theater and conference rooms. Some of the many services offered are - a social worker on staff, a notary service, copy machines, faxing, free standardized testing practice, citizenship classes, many digital services, etc. The library’s Centennial in 2026 will be celebrated in partnership with the city. There will be movies, musicals and other events to represent the American cultural experience. The speaker distributed brochures.