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Pop-up library brings books, services to areas far from downtown, West Salem locations
Since April, the Salem public library’s outreach van has brought library services and activities to people living in different corners of the city.
In a year of record book challenges, Salem Public Library sees little pushback
Oregon saw a record number of book challenges in 2022-23, with complaints taken to boards and some books thrown in the trash. Salem, which saw one such challenge, said it’s seeing more community support for a well-rounded library collection than against.
Librarians take to the streets as Salem library gets new van
A colorful new outreach van will help the Salem Public Library do more pop-up events, bringing library cards and book checkouts to events around the city.
Library director resigns for job in Beaverton
After 13 months leading Salem’s libraries, Kim Carroll has accepted a job to be closer to her family. The city will again be hiring for a new top librarian for the second time in two years.
Library works to expand ‘library of things’ offerings
From kayaks to power tools, the Salem Public Library is processing items and making purchases for its “library of things,” and plans to launch a more user-friendly website.
The Salem Public Library is moving in a few weeks. Here’s what you need to know
A library-goer checks out a book at Salem Public Library. (Caleb Wolf/Special to Salem Reporter) A butcher paper tree is taped to the wall at the Salem Public Library between the nonfiction new arrivals and the fiction stacks. A sign on a nearby table invites…