White County Library Temporarily Closing Starting Tuesday
The White County Public Library will be temporarily closed for five days starting Tuesday to review inventory. Library Director Cathy Farley said the library conducts this review every five years. Farley said that often times books are misplaced throughout the library. “We are human, and when we shove the books, we may not get it […]
White County Librarian Says Online Resources Available For Snow Days
If your kids are climbing the walls or maybe you are following this week’s weather, White County Library Director Cathy Farley said you can take advantage of resources online. Farley said membership to the library gives you access to the Tennessee Electronic Library that offers plenty of reading and activities for kids to do. “Anytime […]
White County Library Expands Teen Services, Digitizes Genealogy Section
The White County Public Library has been moving books and shelves over the last week, as it expands its Teen Services section and transfers most of its Genealogy collection to digital storage. Teen Services Librarian Julie Randolph said around 43,000 titles were rearranged in an effort to increase the space for young people. “We have […]
White Co Library Offering Easter Egg Hunts At Your Home
The White County Library bringing Easter egg hunts right to your home through its ongoing fundraiser. Now until April 13th White County residents can hire library workers to be the Easter Bunny for you. Library Director Cathy Farley said on the night before Easter, her staff will scatter candy and trinket filled eggs for your […]
White Co Library Short Staffed, Changes Hours To Accommodate
The White County Library has adjusted its hours after UCHRA pulled three workers from the front desk. Executive Director Mark Farley said the temporary measure was made due to rising COVID numbers in White County over the last week. “Those employees are operating under a senior employment training program that we administer, and our national […]
Daily Reading Is Key To Child Development
While teaching remains outside the classroom, one of the most important roles parents can play in education is reading. White County Library Director Cathy Farley said parents should make a set schedule and choose books that are on the same level as the child. “The biggest thing to help parents is to be consistent,” Farley […]
