Use food for library fines

During the month of March, these libraries will accept donations of nonperishable and non-expired food for people and pets as payment for late fees: Coeur d’Alene Public Library, Kellogg Public Library, Lake City Public Library, Osburn Public Library, St. Maries Public Libraries, West Bonner County Library District, and all the libraries in the Community Library Network — Athol, Bookmobile, Harrison, Hayden, Pinehurst-Kingston, Post Falls, Rathdrum, and Spirit Lake.

Here's what public libraries actually are

They're sanctuaries for personal freedoms, including the First Amendment.

Library turns page to 100

Memories of the Post Falls Library sought for book

POST FALLS - This year marks the centennial year for the Post Falls Library and, to celebrate the milestone, a book about the library's history will be published.

Public library branch approved for LCHS

COEUR d’ALENE — An expansion of public library services beyond downtown Coeur d’Alene was approved Monday by school district trustees, the final step in a plan previously approved by the Coeur d’Alene Public Library Board and the Coeur d’Alene City Council.

Cd'A library eyes more partnerships

Would let it add services without increasing expenses

Libraries bonded by books

Cd'A has state's top library

The Coeur d'Alene Public Library was named "Library of the Year" Thursday by the Idaho Library Association at its fall conference in Pocatello.

Cd'A library trustees OK communication policies

Covers filming, recording, photography in library, as well as conduct

The Coeur d’Alene Public Library board of trustees approved new policies Wednesday regarding communication and photography, filming and recording in the library. “Library patrons should be able to use library services without fear that their identity, location, or reading choices will be published,” the policy states.

Athol, Rathdrum, Spirit Lake Libraries celebrate 25 years

It’s the silver anniversary for Athol, Rathdrum, and Spirit Lake Libraries buildings. In November 1992, the Community Library Network opened the doors at these three brand new libraries. The buildings came about as promised with the passage of a bond in 1991.

Public libraries come in different forms

A network of libraries cannot be created overnight, nor can it be quickly dismantled. "Creating a library district takes a lot of time and work by the organizing committee," said Clay Ritter, public library consultant with the Idaho Commission for Libraries. "Ultimately it is up to the voters in whatever boundaries there are set to create a district."

LIBRARY NETWORK TRUSTEES: Vote for Meyer and McCrea

I’m writing because I love our library. I encourage everyone within the Community Library Network area to get informed and vote in the Board of Trustees election on May 16.

Library Network talks plans

Library expansion is on the menu at seven Community Library Network open houses throughout the month.

Survey: Library technology important

Employment, education top uses of free Internet

When libraries weren’t free

In this American culture war over books, Ground Zero is the public library. It’s interesting, to say the least, watching from the sidelines as free access to information shrinks. Especially considering that for more than 300 years, it kept expanding.

Cd'A Public Library named best in state

Bette Ammon received a big surprise Wednesday night when she was perusing a list of the 50 best libraries in America on Facebook.

MY TURN: Library budget and property taxes

Library Trustee Hanley asked the question, “What is the core mission of the CLN?” Apparently, he hasn’t found the time to visit the Community Library Network’s website or look at the top of the numerous agendas for the regular and special meetings they’ve had over the last month. The mission is published prominently in both places. The mission of the CLN is to "empower discovery." The bigger question is why would someone who doesn’t know the purpose or the mission of an institution run for office to lead that institution?

The most important item for students

As students head back to school this September, I encourage parents to visit their library and make sure their children and teens sign up for the most important school supply of all - a library card.

'Food for Fines' program to start

The Community Library Network and the Coeur d'Alene Public Library are out to restock food bank pantries throughout the area. And they are asking for help.

'Reading in paradise'

By DEVIN HEILMAN

LIBRARY: Friends, step forward

I am writing to let you know about the Community Library Foundation, a 501-(-3 organization. We have seven library buildings in our District — Athol, Harrison, Hayden, Pinehurst, Post Falls, Rathdrum and Spirit Lake, plus a bookmobile. The foundation raises funds to pay for projects in the different libraries. We think the libraries are an important part of our community for our adults and children.

Library district gets new name, logo

Post Falls location integrated into system; Grant assists with changes

People using most area libraries will soon notice change.