Draft:Parkland Library

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Declined by Novo Tape 5 months ago. Last edited by Dilettante 5 months ago. Reviewer: Inform author.

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Comment: Generally, an article needs at least 3 reliable, in-depth, independent sources. Sincerely, Novo Tape (She/Her)^{My Talk Page} 17:14, 30 November 2023 (UTC)

About edit

The Parkland Library has been operating since 2003.^[1] The hours are typically Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m and Friday to Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m, with the library being closed on Sundays. Patrons are welcome to come in and check out books or media in person, or use the library's online catalogue to get materials digitally.

Activities and Events edit

The library hosts a variety of events for kids, teens, and adults. One even that welcomes all ages in the Friends of the Library used book fair, that is held regularly.

Some of the adult focused activities include Knit and knowledge, Adult paper crafts, and showing off a monthly artist. Teen activities include Relax and paint and the Boynton beach Ukulele society. Events for kids include a regular story time, art classes, and stem classes.^[2]

Mission and Services edit

The Parkland Library's mission is to to enrich, inform, and connect the Parkland community through nurturing a lifelong love of reading and the value of libraries.

The library provides a variety of services involving customer relations, education, hosting events, supplying technology, and providing materials for their patrons' use.^[3]

Donations edit

While the library does not accept donations, funds can be donated through the Friends of the Library.^[4]

References edit

^ "About the Library | Parkland, FL". www.cityofparkland.org. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
^ "Library Programs | Parkland, FL". www.cityofparkland.org. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
^ "Library Information | Parkland, FL". cityofparkland.org. Retrieved 2023-11-30.
^ "Donations | Parkland, FL". www.cityofparkland.org. Retrieved 2023-11-30.

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[1] "About the Library | Parkland, FL". www.cityofparkland.org. Retrieved 2023-11-30.

[2] "Library Programs | Parkland, FL". www.cityofparkland.org. Retrieved 2023-11-30.

[3] "Library Information | Parkland, FL". cityofparkland.org. Retrieved 2023-11-30.

[4] "Donations | Parkland, FL". www.cityofparkland.org. Retrieved 2023-11-30.

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