With the growing Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in Kentucky, the Anderson Public Library will continue to remain closed until further notice. Following the guidance from Governor Andy Beshear, the library takes the situation seriously and wants to ensure the wellness and safety of its members, staff, and residents of Anderson County. Even though the library will […]
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Library to Temporarily Close Due to Coronavirus
At the Anderson Public Library, Anderson County residents and library members are our first concern. With the growing Coronavirus pandemic and further recommendations from Governor Beshear and the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives, the Anderson Public Library will close its building to the public starting Monday, March 16th through Friday, March 27th. The library […]
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Changes for Friends Book Donations
The Friends of the Anderson Public Library is changing the way community members can donate books for their book sales in response to the Coronavirus situation. Below are the new guidelines for book donations: Do not take your book donations to the Library or hand to Library staff. They cannot accept them. Do take your book […]
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Library Implements Coronavirus Prevention Steps, Waives DVD Late Fees
As the Coronavirus/COVID-19 continues to concern many in the community, the Anderson Public Library is working proactively to begin implementing a number of steps to help prevent the spread of the virus. To encourage members who are ill to stay home, the library will begin forgiving and waiving late fees on DVDs (excluding lost and […]
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Jewelry Maker Displays Work at Library
During the month of March, visitors to the Anderson Public Library will get to enjoy viewing an amazing exhibit showcasing the exquisite work of a Lawrenceburg jewelry maker. Continuing the partnership with the Anderson County Arts Council, Tricia Crowe has displayed a large collection of her jewelry and glass creations at the library. She has been […]
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Family, Fun & Education on Monday Nights at the Library
Fun and education abounds on Monday nights at the Anderson Public Library. For the Johnson family, it’s also like visiting family. Tommy and Laura Johnson, along with their three daughters, Emerson, Eliza, and Everleigh, have been attending story times at the library for nine years, ever since their oldest daughter, Emerson, was a year old. […]
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Lawrenceburg Painter Displays Work at Library
Visitors to the Anderson Public Library during the month of February will get a chance to view some of the amazing creations of a Lawrenceburg artist and painter. Linda J Nelson grew up in Wisconsin and lived in other areas of the country before settling on Lawrenceburg. She travelled the world and through these experiences, […]
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Residents Display Matchbox And Hot Wheels Collection
Local residents, David Shirley and Lisa McFarland, have displayed their amazing collection of hand built and customized Matchbox cars and Hot Wheels at the Anderson Public Library. David has been collecting and building his own Matchboxes starting as a child. He explained that if he couldn’t find a particular model for his collection, he would […]
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Over Dozen Artists Display Work at Library
Over a dozen local artists from Anderson County and the region have come together to display their work at the Anderson Public Library. As part of the continued partnership with the Anderson County Arts Council, the group display features a wide variety of amazing work. From paintings and pottery to jewelry and photography, the display is […]
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Library Celebrates 2nd Birthday with Fine Forgiveness and More
January 2nd marks the two year anniversary of the opening of the Anderson Public Library’s newly renovated building on North Main Street. The renovation project, which started back in mid 2016 with the library moving to a temporary location, saw a major change to the original library building. During the renovation, a large 8000 square […]
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