Did You Know?
Did you know our Mr. Colton and Ms. Gracie are commissioned Tennessee Notaries?
Since May they've helped more than 20 community members notarize important documents—completely free of charge. It's just one more way they're making the library a helpful stop for everyday needs.
By the Numbers
June was another month of growth!
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1,333 library visits
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988 reference questions answered
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34 programs offered
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495 program participants
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54 new items added to the collection
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56 new library cards issued
Thank you for making your library part of your month!
Join our Adult Book Club!
Children's Lapsit with Ms. Naomi
Growing Community Partnerships
Building strong community partnerships is truly a team effort, and we're grateful for the dedication of staff members like Ms. Naomi, whose enthusiasm and relationship-building have helped strengthen many of our outreach efforts.
This month, our library team:
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Continued Creative Connections visits with Westmoreland Care & Rehabilitation Center.
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Hosted our first Local Business Network, connecting area businesses with valuable library resources.
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Began planning a new partnership with the American Job Center, bringing free résumé and workforce development workshops beginning this August.
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Started discussions with the Westmoreland Dream Center to expand services and support for local families.
Together, we're extending the library's reach beyond our walls and creating meaningful connections that strengthen our community.
Local Business Network
Program Highlights
June was one of our busiest months, with 34 programs serving children, teens, adults, and families.
Highlights included:
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Story Time and Lapsit programs
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STEM Kit Saturdays
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Animal Tales
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Science Guys of Nashville
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Adult Book Club
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Teen Advisory Board
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Book Signing with J.D. Webb
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Creativebug virtual art classes
No matter your age, there was something to discover at your library!
Animal Tales and East TN Dino Adventures visited our library!
Summer Reading - a Fantastic Start!
Our 2026 Summer Reading Program, "Unearth a Story™," kicked off June 1 with a day full of dinosaur-themed fun! Families enjoyed interactive activities, educational programs, STEM experiences, and special events throughout the month.
Thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Westmoreland Public Library and our local sponsors, all Summer Reading programs continue to be offered free to our community.
Director's Corner
June was an exciting month at the Westmoreland Public Library of Sumner County! From launching our Summer Reading Program to expanding community partnerships and welcoming more visitors through our doors, we continue to see our library grow as a place for learning, connection, and opportunity. Thank you to everyone who attended a program, checked out materials, volunteered, or simply stopped by to say hello. Your support helps make our library a vibrant community hub, and we're excited for everything still to come this summer.
News from the Stacks
July 2026
Expanding Access Through Interlibrary Loan
Looking for a book or movie that isn't on our shelves? Ms. Lori can often borrow it from another library through our Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service!
This free service connects our patrons with libraries across Tennessee, giving everyone access to an even larger collection of books, DVDs, and other materials. At the same time, we're proud to share items from our own collection with libraries throughout the state.
If a title isn't available through Interlibrary Loan, Mr. Colton will often work to add it to our own collection whenever possible, helping ensure our patrons have access to the books and materials they want to read.
This fiscal year we have:
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Borrowed 32 items for our patrons.
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Loaned 90 items to libraries across Tennessee.
One of our favorite moments is seeing a child light up when the book they've been waiting for finally arrives. Those smiles are a wonderful reminder of why these services are so important.
If you can't find what you're looking for in our collection, just ask! Whether it's borrowing an item from another library or adding a new title to our shelves, our staff is always happy to help connect you with your next great read.
Looking Ahead
We're excited for another busy month with:
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Summer Reading adventures
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Creative Connections programs
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Teen Advisory Board activities
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Workforce development planning
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New community partnerships
We can't wait to see you at the library!
Find Your Program Day!
Looking for programs at the library? We've made it easy!
From Story Time and Junior activities to Teen, Adult, and Community Connection programs, there's something for everyone throughout the week.
Check out the schedule and start planning your next visit. We can't wait to see you at the library!
Visit: Event Calendar