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preschool children. The Library has a dedicated area for children ages newborn to five that
is comfortable, safe and appropriate for this age group and includes space to provide
preschool programs. Also, the Library
has staff, knowledgeable about early
literacy, who can develop and deliver
effective programs for preschool
children.The
3. Provide resources for lifelong learning

2.1- Provide responsive, efficient city
services

5.3- Provide attractive facilities for
leisure and recreation

5.4- Actively seek public/private partnerships
The Library works to insure that Colleyville residents of all ages will have a resource center
that provides materials and programs that address their need to explore topics of interest
for self-directed personal growth and development opportunities throughout their lives. To
support this service, the Library provides an array of adult and children’s non-fiction library
materials in a variety of formats: books; magazines; DVDs; books on CD; STEAM kits;
digital media downloads, including eAudio books, eBooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers;
and access to online databases in the Library and remotely. To supplement the Library’s
materials collection, the Library provides Interlibrary Loan Service, which allows the Library
to request materials for patrons
throughout the nation and
worldwide. To provide additional
access to resources, the Library
participates in the TexShare Card
Program, which allows patrons to
borrow materials from any other
participating Texas library. Also, to
support this service, the Library
provides in-person, telephone, and
e-mail reference service; public
internet computer stations;
wireless internet throughout the
library; photocopier/fax services;
and study rooms. Ongoing, the
Library provides a variety of adult
and children’s programs to provide lifelong learning opportunities. The Library works with
local organizations to cosponsor demonstrations of topics of interest, and displays exhibits
of local organizations and local residents to promote learning opportunities. Also, the
Library provides safe and welcoming physical spaces for users to meet and interact with
others or to sit quietly and read, and virtual spaces that support networking and learning.
The Library has staff that is knowledgeable about print and electronic resources, and can
plan and present programs on a variety of lifelong learning topics.

4. Provide special events that promote a sense of community in a safe and fun environment
5.2- Support a variety of community events, concerts and celebrations

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