Paine Memorial Free Library
1 School Street, Willsboro NY
518-963-4478, Fax: 518-963-7778
http://www.willsborony.com/painememoriallibrary

Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. (Wednesdays 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.)
Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Sunday - Closed

• Weekly Story Time-Thursday and Friday 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.-September through June
• Summer Reading Program
• Reading Rainbow Books
• Toy Corner for Small Children

• Career Information Center
• Reference and Research Project
• Library Instruction
• Scouts Meeting Room
• Assist Local School Students with Research materials
• Free Piano Lessons

• Reference and Research Assistance
• Inter-Library Loan Program
• Computer Use - Internet Access
• IRS Forms
• Films, Slides, and Audio Visual
• Equipment for Community Groups
• Independent Learner Program
• Rare Book Section
• NY State Labor Market Information-Updated Weekly
• Video equipment for rent
• Landfill permits sold upon request
• Free Piano Lessons

• Talking Book Assistance
• Sight Saver Books
• Home Delivery of Reading Materials
• Collection Rotation at Senior Housing
• Free Piano Lessons

• Exhibits and Displays
• Historic Local Old Picture Collection
• Genealogy Records
• Books-on-Tape
• Photocopies
• Meeting Space for Local Groups
• Career Information Center
• Large Print Books
• Community Calendar
• Reference Materials
• Periodicals

• Quarterly Informative Newsletter
• Summer Folk Craft Fair
• Annual Used Book Sale
• Community Fund Drive
• Ellie Campbell Golf Scramble
• Quilt Show

In 1930, Augustus G. Paine Jr. gave the Paine Memorial Free Library, as a gift, to the town of Willsboro. It was built in memory of his parents, Augustus G. and Charlotte Bedell Paine. In addition to furnishing the library and establishing its original collection of five thousand books, Mr. Paine provided it with a permanent endowment.

The Library's first librarian was Marion Mason, who served the Willsboro community for fifty years. Janice Allen succeeded Mrs. Mason as Librarian in 1971 and was joined by Janet Tucker, who became Assistant Librarian in 1973. Janice Allen retired June 30th, 2000 with Cheryl Blanchard taking the helm as the third Library Director.  Alice Ward Joined us in November of 2001 as the new Assistant Librarian upon the retirement of Mrs. Tucker.

With the establishment of the Clinton, Essex, Franklin Library System in 1953, the Paine Memorial Free Library was included as one of its twenty-nine member libraries. The CEF System, one among twenty-two library systems in New York State, provides many programs, which enhance the services provided by its member libraries.

Reflecting new trends in library service, the library is now a lively center of intellectual and community activity for people of all ages; in addition, it cooperates with the local school to produce library programs for students.

To better accommodate increased programming, the Library recently renovated its lower level to provide additional space. Through the generosity of local residents, businesses, and the Friends of the Library, the building now includes a children's book corner, a rare book collection, and a variety of equipment, which strengthen the capability of the library.

Augustus G. Paine's gift to the town of Willsboro more than half a century ago has become a model of how a small town library can make an impact on its community. We hope that you will take advantage of the range of services available at the library

• Patty Paine

• Cheryl Blanchard

• Alice Wand

Call: 518-963-4478
 Write to us at: 1 School Street: Willsboro, NY 12996
Fax: 518-963-7778