Circulation and Technical Services
Circulation for May 2026:
- Total circulation (physical items and Libby eBooks & eAudiobooks): 34,661
- Total physical item circulation: 28,974
- Total eBook circulation (Libby, Hoopla, Comics Plus): 3,524
- Total eAudiobook circulation (Libby, Hoopla): 4,134
- Streaming video downloads (Kanopy, Hoopla): 481
- Streaming music downloads (Hoopla): 51
- Digital magazine circulation (Libby): 2,599
In May 2026, Circulation and Technical Services:
- Processed 230 library card applications.
- Issued 204 parking permits.
- Received and processed 2,551 items from other libraries to fill holds.
- Pulled and transferred 2,010 items to fill holds at other libraries.
- Filled 4,136 total holds.
- Processed 1,000 withdrawn items.
- Received, processed, and added 1,394 physical items to library collections.
Outreach Services
Senior Services, Persons-at-Home (Sarah Derven)
During May Sarah:
- Visited 13 Outreach Sites
- Lead 8 Memory Care Writing Groups
- Visited and Delivered Materials to 13 Individuals
- Served 238 Patrons
- Loaned 681 items
- Made 70 Phone Calls
- Placed 322 items on Hold
- Renewed 225 Items
Community Events, Partnerships, Mobile Library (Jennifer Ogrodowski)
Programs/Outreach:
- Shelters of Saratoga Book Group and Game Night
- Saratoga Farmers Market
- Greenfield Senior Center
- Her Story Book Group
- Wesley Craft Day
- Mexican Consulate Visit
- Wilton Wildlife Festival
Statistics:
- Attendance: 157
- Items Loaned: 9
- Cards Issued & Renewed: 2
Highlights:
- Wilton Wildlife Festival
Laura Clark and Jen O represented the library at the Wilton Wildlife Festival held over the last weekend in May, bringing along the Mobile Library, hands-on crafts, and plenty of activities for young visitors. Despite a few weather hiccups, the community turned out in force to celebrate, making for a lively and successful weekend.
What We’re Looking Forward to Next Month:
- Juneteenth Celebration at the YMCA
- Pride Festival
- Belmont Family Fun Day at the Racing Museum
Adult Literacy and English Language Learning (Mary Ann Rockwell)
In addition to our regularly scheduled English Language Learning (ELL) and adult literacy classes, Mary Ann has expanded our ELL offerings by introducing a new book discussion group, Learn English: Read a Book. In May, participants read and discussed Charlotte’s Web, and in July, they will read To Kill a Mockingbird. Reading full-length books is an effective language-learning tool, helping participants build vocabulary, develop a more intuitive understanding of grammar, and strengthen reading and listening comprehension through exposure to natural language patterns. This new program provides learners with an engaging way to practice English while fostering conversation and community.