Local Library Says Thank You

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. -- The public library system is saying "thank you" to everyone who was involved in the more than one million visits to libraries throughout the county this year.

Tuesday is Patron Appreciation Day for more than 94,000 people who hold library cards.

All of the libraries and bookmobiles will be decked out with messages of appreciation, and free cookies will be available as a way of showing appreciation.

"The people of St. Johns County played an important role during the recent budget process," said Library Director Debra Rhodes Gibson, "and the final county budget included funding to maintain current library hours. We are thankful for the active participation of our patrons, incredible community support and ultimate decision by the County Commission to fully support libraries."

Though the cookies are free, the library system is also reminding customers, and everyone in the county, of the ongoing food drive.

The Food for Fines program runs through Dec. 18, and is a way to pay off fines and help feed the needy at the same time.

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