City of Denton Announces Adjustments to Library Services

DENTON, TX, July 29, 2024 - The City of Denton is announcing several updates and enhancements to our library services, designed to better serve our community and meet the evolving needs of library patrons. These changes will be effective starting on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, and are aimed at improving accessibility, expanding resources, and enhancing the overall library experience.

Key Changes to Library Services:
1. Adjustments to Hours of Operations to South Branch Library:
To accommodate the diverse schedule of library patrons, South Branch will now offer extended hours. The South Branch Library will offer an additional three hours of service each week, increasing from 61 to 64 hours. Beginning Aug. 1, South Branch will open and close earlier on Mondays and extend its hours on Thursday evenings. Changes are bolded in the table, below:

SOUTH BRANCH	Current Hours	New Proposed Hours
Monday	Noon-9 p.m.	9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Tuesday	9 a.m.-6 p.m.	9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Wednesday	9 a.m.-9 p.m.	9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Thursday	9 a.m.-6 p.m.	9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday	9 a.m.-6 p.m.	9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday	9 a.m.-6 p.m.	9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday	1-5 p.m.	1-5 p.m.

Please note that the hours of operation for North Branch Library and Emily Fowler Central Library will remain unchanged.

2.Adjustment to Hours of Operations to Forge Makerspace at North Branch Library:
Based on usage data, the drop-in hours for Forge Makerspace at North Branch Library will be reduced by five hours per week while expanding the number of service days to better align with patron usage patterns. This adjustment allows library staff to be reallocated during peak after-school hours. Evening and Saturday drop-in availability will remain unchanged, with service days now spread across four days per week. Changes are bolded in the table, below:

FORGE MAKERSPACE	Current Hours	New Proposed Hours
Monday	-	-
Tuesday	2-8:30 p.m.	5-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday	-	-
Thursday	10 a.m.-5 p.m.	12-3 p.m.
Friday	-	10 a.m.-noon
Saturday	10 a.m.-3 p.m.	10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sunday		-

The Forge Makerspace will continue to offer scheduled classes and "book-a-librarian" appointments throughout the week.

"Our goal is to provide a welcoming and inclusive space where everyone in our community can access the resources they need to learn, explore new ideas, and connect with others," says Director of Denton Libraries Jennifer Bekker. "A library is more than a place to borrow books; it's a vital hub for community engagement and lifelong learning. These service hour adjustments are a reflection of our flexibility to better serve families, students, and others by making the library more accessible and a supportive resource for all."

Learn more about Denton Public Libraries here.

Contact: Dustin Sternbeck, (940) 349-8251, [email protected]

(About Denton) Denton is a community like no other - we're welcoming, innovative, creative, diverse, unique and authentic. The City is a vibrant and growing community with many opportunities, no matter what your interest or passion. You're free to be whoever you are in a friendly atmosphere with a small-town vibe that's just a short drive away from the big city. And we invite your friends to discover Denton, too!

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