Portage Public Library Blog
Reader Recommends
Need a book series recommendation? Grace Farren, Portage Public Library volunteer, has reviewed the Agatha Raisin cozy mystery series available at the library, for your reading consideration. If you want to review a book you enjoyed, contact Library Director Kaytlin...
Summer Youth Café at Select Cambria County Libraries
This summer, youths in Cambria County can enjoy free lunches at select libraries in Cambria County. Additional sites are available. There are no restrictions on income, only that children be aged 18 or younger. All sites are closed July 4. For information on...
Eclipse Programs and Glasses at CCLSYS
Learn about the Eclipse and enjoy the event safely! The Cambria County Library System will be offering several programs to celebrate the April 8 Solar Eclipse. As part of STEM initiatives at the libraries, the following programs will occur: Carrolltown Public Library...
Board Member Opening (Volunteer Position)
Apply by February 17 As the Portage Public Library celebrates its 97th year of serving the community and promoting literacy for all ages, the library is excited to welcome 1 new member to its Board of Directors. Primary Responsibilities and Requirements include:...
Dueling Piano Show
Sat. April 6, 2024 Tickets on sale now! Back by popular demand FB Event Link: https://fb.me/e/3TEtDpY4F Join us for a night of all requests, sing along, interactive dueling piano show to support the Portage Public Library Saturday April 6, 2024 at the Royal Ballroom...
Our annual fund drive needs YOU
Dear Friend of the Portage Public Library, We are thrilled that the Library had major growth in 2023, because of you! This year’s biggest accomplishments: Circulating almost 10,000 (and counting) books, movies, mobile devices, & eBooks Installing NEW HVAC and LED...
Board Members wanted @ Portage Public Library
As the Portage Public Library celebrates its 96th year of serving the community and promoting literacy for all ages, the library is excited to welcome 1 new member to its Board of Directors. Primary Responsibilities and Requirements: Residency of Portage Borough,...
Portage Hours are changing!
Portage hours will be changing effective August 28. Please visit us at our new times: Monday: 11 AM - 7 PM Tuesday: 11 AM - 7 PM Wednesday: 10 AM - 5 PM Thursday: 11 AM - 7 PM Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM Sunday: Closed
Summer Youth Café at our libraries
Every year, libraries in the Cambria County Library System participate in a Summer Feeding Program. The program is open to all children aged 18 and younger. No cost or signup is required, and there is no income-based requirement to enjoy nutritious meals! For...
Summer Hours are coming!
Hours at many of our libraries are changing for the summer. Here is a list of the summer hours for all 14 libraries in the Cambria County Library System. These hours may change, so stay tuned! Beaverdale Public Library Effective July 1 Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00...
Portage Public Library – Now Hiring!
We are hiring! Library Assistant - Part Time Library assistant: Part-time position normally 10 hrs. a week. Duties are to provide the community with great library services and assist the Director with library operations. Salary based on experience. Qualifications:...
Free Movies, TV, and Magazines with cloudLibrary
What's New In January 2023, we are adding new features to the cloudLibrary app. Since 2020, the Cambria County Library System has used cloudLibrary to offer eBooks and eAudiobooks, at no charge to our patrons. In 2023 we are adding Movies and TV, Magazines. And stay...
Portage Public Library General Board Meeting Agenda
17 August 2022 at 4 PM Call to order and Attendance Recognition of Visitors Minutes Approval of July 06, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes Reports Director’s Report Treasurer’s Report and 2nd Quarter report review Correspondence New Business Policies...
Introducing ABC Mouse
We are excited to announce the addition of ABC Mouse Home Access for Libraries, which offers the most comprehensive online curriculum for children ages 2-8 +, including reading and language arts, math, beginning science, social studies, art and music. ABCMouse is 100%...
Portage Public Library General Board Meeting Agenda
06 July 2022 at 4 PM Call to order Attendance Recognition of Visitors Approval of June 15, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes Approval of June 16, 2022, Special Meeting Minutes Director’s Report Treasurer’s Report Correspondence -CC Library System New Business Approval of...
Special Board Meeting
June 16, 2022, 6:30 PM Agenda Bylaws Second Reading (Subject to deliberation)
General Board Meeting Agenda
June 15, 2022 at 4 PM Call to Order/Attendance Recognition and Presentation of Visitors Approval of Consent Agenda Approval of May 2022 Meeting Minutes Director’s Report Treasurer’s Report New Business Bylaws Policies ...
2022 Summer Youth Cafe
Every summer, location in Cambria County work with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to offer the Summer Youth Cafe. Kids under age 18 are able to receive meals in the summer for free, with no income restrictions. Participating Libraries The following...
Board Member (Volunteer Position)
The Future of the Library is Y-O-U! As the Portage Public Library celebrates its 95th year of serving the community and promoting literacy for all ages, the library is excited to welcome additional members to its Board of Directors. Primary Responsibilities and...
General Board Meeting Agenda
May 11, 2022 at 4 PM Call to Order/Attendance Recognition and Presentation of Visitors Approval of Consent Agenda Approval of April 2022 Meeting Minutes Director’s Report Treasurer’s Report Quarter 1 2022 Report New...
New! Find your next great read with NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus makes it easy to find the perfect book If you have a Cambria County Library System card, you're in luck! Patrons at all 14 libraries in Cambria County are now able to access NoveList Plus, and NoveList K-8 Plus. What is NoveList Plus? It's a Reader's...
April 2022 Board Meeting Agenda
Portage Public Library General Board Meeting Agenda April 20, 2022 at 4 PM Call to Order/Attendance Recognition and Presentation of Visitors Approval of Consent Agenda Approval of March 2022 Meeting Minutes Director’s Report Treasurer’s Report New Business Board...
Library Board Member Positions Now Available
Portage Public Library Board Member (Volunteer Position) As the Portage Public Library celebrates its 95th year of serving the community and promoting literacy for all ages, the library is excited to welcome additional members to its Board of Directors. Primary...
March 2022 Board Meeting Agenda
Portage Public Library General Board Meeting Agenda March 9, 2022 at 4 PM Call to Order/Attendance Recognition and Presentation of Visitors Approval of Consent Agenda Approval of February 2022 Meeting Minutes Director’s Report Treasurer’s Report 2021 Report Change New...
February 2022 Board Meeting Agenda
Portage Public Library General Board Meeting Agenda February 9, 2022 at 4 PM Call to Order/Attendance Recognition and Presentation of Visitors Approval of Consent Agenda Approval of January 2022 Meeting Minutes Director’s Report Treasurer’s Report New Business...
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