NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release:  November 22, 2005
Contact:  Sam Gnuse, Altamont Public Library Board President
Subject:  The Altamont Public Library has a great suggestion for stocking stuffers

Bored with the same old candy canes? Looking for some new ideas for those stockings? With the average stocking measuring just seven inches in diameter, some gift items simply don't fit. Don't get discouraged. Sock away some of these little gifts for your stocking stuffers!

The Altamont Public Library offers “ReadStrong” gel bracelets as an ideal stocking stuffer idea.  These bracelets are on sale at the library for $2.00 at the circulation desk.  This small fundraiser assists the Library to raise funds for book purchases throughout the year.

The Altamont Public Library has been providing public library service in Altamont since 1908. We are proud to offer over 18,500 books, periodicals, Internet access, a genealogy section, DVDs and VHS movies, music CD's, audio books, Children's Summer Reading Program, meeting room offered to public, photocopier, local newspapers on microfilm from 1800, microfilm/ microfiche reader, and fax machine.  This past year, the Altamont Public Library computerized their inventory of books, audiobooks, etc.  This allowed patrons to quickly order books through the Shawnee Library System’s inter-library loan program.  One of the most exciting and new aspects of the library is the web interface.  This allows patrons to request loans, renew their loans, or research.  With a valid library card and a personal identification number (PIN), anyone can do the research any time of the day or night from home or office.  Information is available through the Altamont Public Library website at www.altamontpubliclibrary.com.  Patrons may also come to the library in person to get help in finding what they’re looking for. To learn how to make the best use of the library from any location, stop into the Altamont Public Library.

For more information on the Altamont Public Library call 618-483-5457 or go to www.altamontpubliclibrary.com.