The regularly scheduled monthly meeting of the Library Board will now take place on January 29th after the initial meeting set for January 21st was postponed due to a there not being enough members on hand to establish a quorum. The Jackson Parish Library also reminds that the “Krewe of Life” Blood Donation Drive sponsored by LifeShare Blood Center will take place at the Jonesboro branch from 10:00am to 4:00 pm.
Upcoming Jonesboro Branch activities
January 28 – Break up with Salt (11:30am – 12:45 pm or 5:30pm – 6:30pm)
The virtual program, sponsored by the LSU AgCenter, provides information on the good and bad that the use of Salt does to your body. Register by calling Cathy Judd at 318-251-5134.
February 1 – “Krewe of Life” Blood Donation Drive (10:00am – 4:00pm)
Upcoming Chatham Branch activities
A take home Fitness Class Program is available for check out by calling 318-249-2980
Children programs
Take Home Art Projects and Surprises are now available. To register call the Jonesboro branch at 318-259-5697 and speak to Terrye Shackleford.
Outreach Services
Monthly personalized delivery of books, audiobooks, magazines and more are available to residents of Jackson Parish, including Nursing Home residents and in-home daycares.
Traditional Services
Provided at both branches are the ability to check out Music CD’s, Graphic Novels, Books, Audio Books, Genealogy Resources, DVD’s, Magazines and E-books for your tablet/smartphone. Fax and copy services are also available. Printing can be done from your Smartphone or Tablets through a free mobile printing app by sending an email along with attachments to: jpl-jonesboro@printspots.com or jpl-chatham@printspots.com
Jonesboro Branch information:
Address: 614 South Polk Avenue
Phone: 318-259-5697
Fax: 318-259-3374
Hours of operation: Monday – Friday (8:00am – 5:30pm), Saturday (8:00am – 12:00pm)
Chatham Branch information:
Address: 1500 Pine Street
Phone: 318-249-2980
Fax: 318-249-2981
Hours of operation: Monday-Thursday (8:30am – 6:00pm), Friday & Saturday (8:30am-12:30pm)