SERVICES COPY, SCAN, and FAX INTERLIBRARY LOAN COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD Copy The Vestal Public Library offers a copy machine for public use. The copy machine is located near the public computers and is Self-Service. Available paper sizes are letter (8.5″ x 11″) or legal (8.5″ x 14″). Black & White copies cost 15¢ per page. Color copies cost 30¢ per page. Scan or Fax The Vestal Public Library offers faxing and scanning services to the public. Please visit the Information Services Desk for assistance. The cost for either faxing or scanning is $1 per page. A cover sheet is supplied free of charge. Fax #: 607-754-7936 Printing The Vestal Public Library offers printing services from patron computers. Prints are letter size (8.5" x 11") black and white only and cost 15¢ per page. Interlibrary Loan Library material not owned by any 4CLS member library may be obtained through out-of-system interlibrary loan. A $4.00 fee is charged for each title requested. Other fees may be required for items borrowed through the New York State Library or other avenues. Fees for unfulfilled requests will not be refunded. Interlibrary loan requests may take two (2) or more weeks to fulfill, and must be picked up within 5 days of notification. INTERLIBRARY LOAN REQUEST Community Bulletin Board VPL has two community bulletin boards available for VPL patrons and community members to post fliers and announcements. Community Bulletin Boards are free speech spaces. Fliers are posted for up to 3 weeks.

BOUND TO PLEASE ELIGIBILITY ​ The Vestal Public Library offers a free monthly book delivery service to Vestal Central School District residents who cannot physically visit the library. The service is available to patrons on a temporary or permanent basis. ​ Examples of eligible individuals include, but are not limited to: individuals without personal transportation individuals with limited mobility due to injury or disability Seniors new moms / moms with infants PROCEDURE REGISTRATION REQUIRED ​ To apply, fill out the form linked here or call 607-754-4243 extension 4. Once your application is received, a VPL staff member will register you for a library card if you do not already have one. VPL Staff will select items for you based on your answers in the registration form. You may also request specific titles by contacting the VPL reference desk. VPL will confirm a delivery date with you once a month. RESTRICTIONS Due to BOUND TO PLEASE: HOMEBOUND BOOKS extended loan periods, materials received by the library in the last six months are not eligible for check out. Only on hand materials are available for check out SIGN UP HERE!

CLUBS Seed Lending Library VPL has a seed lending library! Seeds are available for "check out" to be taken home and planted in your own garden. At the end of the season, collect seeds from your plants and "return" them to VPL. Stop by the lending library next to the New Young Adult area and Fiction. On Facebook? Ask to join our Gardening Club Facebook group to hear about events, share articles, ask questions, and learn from other gardeners. JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP! Seedy Saturday - Earth Day Celebration Help VPL spring into summer with our 3rd annual Seedy Saturday: Earth Day Celebration! Saturday, April 22 11 AM - 2 PM At Seedy Saturday, gardeners and plant lovers can gather in the VPL Reading garden for a perennial, annual, seed & seedling swap and the spring opening of the seed library. Kids can participate by helping in the garden or enjoying outdoor games and activities like bubbles, jump ropes, hula hoops, and more! Families who registered for a free tree through Neighborhood Forest can pick up their saplings too! ​ Seedy Saturday is a great opportunity for volunteering by weeding, planting, and mulching the VPL Reading Garden with help from the Vestal High School Interact Club. Past Events

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CONTACT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Got a question for the VPL Board? Send us an email or message! Select a topic Send Thanks for submitting! If you don't feel comfortable using the form above you can email the Board of Trustees directly at vestalpubliclibraryfeedback@gmail.com VPL BOARD OF TRUSTEES ​ ​ OFFICERS ​Dianne Cappiello (2021-2024) President Dannielle Swart (2020-2023) Vice President Suzanne Johnson (2022-2025) Secretary Joe Kost (2020-2023) VP Finance TRUSTEES ​ ​ Shoba Agneshwar (2020-2023) Lorie Avery (2021-2024) Mary Ann Karre (2021-2024) Nicole Barnard (2022-2025) Barbara Morgan (2022-2025) ​ The Board shall consist of nine (9) Trustees. Board Trustees serve a three (3) year term and are elected by Vestal Central School District voters. Library Fiscal and Trustee Term year runs July through June.

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CONTACT US Got a question? Send us an email or message! Select a topic Send Thanks for submitting! GET IN TOUCH! 607-754-4243 reference@vestalpubliclibrary.org 320 Vestal Parkway East Vestal, NY 13850

VPL Room Rentals and occupants are subject to all of the VPL conditions, rules, and regulations presented in the VPL Room / Space Rental Policy. ​ ​ Vestal Public Library reserves priority scheduling for all VPL meeting spaces. ​ Vestal Public Library reserves the right to deny any room rental application or cancel future bookings for groups or individuals in violation of the VPL Patron’s Standards of Conduct, VPL Room / Space Rental Policy, VPL Health & Safety Rules, and/or delinquent 4CLS fines/fees. ​ Rentable Library space includes: Conference Room, Front Patio & Garden, and Large Meeting Room. VPL MEETING SPACE RENTAL POLICY VPL MEETING SPACE RENTAL APPLICATION VERIFIED NON PROFIT & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION PRICING ​ Rentable Library space includes: CONFERENCE ROOM PRICING (11 person capacity) - $10 PER HOUR ​ (1 hour increments only) **The use of the kitchen is free upon request** ​ ​ ​ ​ LARGE MEETING ROOM (94 person capacity) - $15 PER HOUR (1 hour increments only) **The use of the kitchen is free upon request** ​ ​ ​ ​ All meetings must be concluded and cleaned up by the end of a rental period. CONFERENCE ROOM CALENDAR LARGE MEETING ROOM CALENDAR FOR PROFIT & PRIVATE EVENT PRICING ​ Rentable Library space includes: CONFERENCE ROOM PRICING (11 person capacity) - $20 for the first hour, $10 for each hour beyond that (1 hour increments only) **The use of the kitchen is free upon request** ​ ​ ​ ​ LARGE MEETING ROOM (94 person capacity) - $35 for the first hour, $15 for each hour beyond that (1 hour increments only) **The use of the kitchen is free upon request** ​ ​ ​ All meetings must be concluded and cleaned up by the end of a rental period. CONFERENCE ROOM CALENDAR LARGE MEETING ROOM CALENDAR MEETING SPACES

EMPLOYMENT Employment Opportunities There are currently no job openings at VPL. Please check back at a later date. Volunteer Application Interested in Volunteering at VPL? Follow the link below and fill out the volunteer application. VOLUNTEER @ VPL

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HISTORY AND MISSION The Vestal Public Library, formerly the Vestal Free Library, was founded in 1947 and proudly serves an area of more than 26,000 residents. Located in Broome County in Southern New York state, our library has more than 161,000 items in its collection, over 19,500 registered borrowers, and an annual circulation of over 225,000. The Vestal Public Library is a member of the Four County Library System, which allows us to bring you access to nearly 50 public libraries in our system. 4CLS also serves Chenango County, Delaware County, and Otsego County. History The Willow Point Community Library, located in a home and stocked through the New York State Lending Library, was Vestal’s first library. Within 3 years the town opened a larger, more centrally located, Vestal Free Library. A rapidly growing population during the mid-20th C. required a larger facility with a larger inventory of materials and programs. The current library opened in 1974 in 17K sq. feet of space, later adding 4K square feet of additional space for meeting rooms. Originally a municipal library, the voters of the Vestal School District voted in 2016 to separate the library from the town, creating an independent entity funded by a library tax and operated by an elected Board of Trustees. Mission The mission of the Vestal Public Library is to be recognized as the resource for life-long learning, community involvement, and entertainment. Located in the heart of the community, the library will provide a welcoming, accessible, comfortable, and safe environment for users of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds. Vision The Vestal Public Library has been chartered to serve the taxpayers within the Vestal Central School District. Our mission is to provide our community through well-chosen materials, programs, events, and meeting spaces, opportunities for personal & social growth, education & entertainment. VPL is committed to seeking continuous community feedback to ensure we meet the needs and desires of our community and fulfill our goals and commitments. Our Values Include: Nurturing lifelong learning and personal growth. Maintaining a physical library space that continues to meet patron needs. Providing professional development opportunities for staff to remain current in new systems and technologies. Encouraging opportunities for social and cultural interaction

EVENTS & PROGRAMMING EVENTS CALENDAR Mad for Art - Rock Gnomes Ready to Rock and Gnome! Paint a new rock friend for your garden or spring decorations. All supplies provided. Sign up online starting Tuesday, April 30. ** This class is only available in person at the library. Virtual kits will not be available. ** Please be aware that Mad for Art classes fill up quickly. Tuesday, May 14 at 6 PM SIGN UP HERE! Yin Yoga & Sound Bath This slow-flow yoga class targets deep connective tissues, ligaments, joints, and bones. The asanas or poses in yin yoga are held for longer allowing you to get a deep stretch physically and mentally with extended time for meditation. On the first Thursday, we have a Sound Bath by Jennifer Landers that follows Yin Yoga at 7 PM. Use the sign-up link below to register for one or both classes. All yogis welcome, new or experienced! Bring your own yoga mat or use one of VPL's. Donations encouraged, but not required. Any Donations will go to VPL for future programs and events! Thursdays at 6 PM on 1st Thursday Sound Bath at 7PM on 1st Thursday SIGN UP HERE! Seedy Saturday: Earth Day Celebration Help VPL spring into summer with our 4th annual Seedy Saturday: Earth Day Celebration! At Seedy Saturday, gardeners and plant lovers can gather in the VPL Reading garden for a perennial, annual, seed & seedling swap and the spring opening of the seed library. Kids can participate by helping in the garden or enjoying outdoor games and activities like seed “bombs”, bubbles, jump ropes, hula hoops, and more! Families who registered for a free tree through Neighborhood Forest can pick up their saplings too! Seedy Saturday is a great opportunity for volunteering by weeding, planting, and mulching the VPL Reading Garden. Saturday, April 27 from 11 - 1PM Game Night Game On! Disconnect from your screen and connect over board games. All ages can jump in to learn a new game or an old favorite like Catan, Ticket to Ride, Uno, Dixit, What Do You Meme?, Unstable Unicorns, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, Exploding Kittens. Third Wednesday at 6 PM at VPL Java Joe Jammers Join VPL as we enjoy the talents of local musicians, Java Joe Jammers. This jam band has been together since the mid-1970s performing folk and country music. The Jammers will perform in the meeting room at 6PM every 4th Tuesday. Drop in for a song or stay until the last note. 4th Tuesday | 6:00 PM | Meeting room Pins & Needles Pins & Needles is meeting twice a month now! Every second and fourth Wednesday at 6 PM. Check VPL calendar for dates. Take the time to come in and work on that long-forgotten knitting project with other knitters and crocheters or learn how to start your own project. We will meet in the Library to work, chat, and share patterns and project ideas!