Announcement: Due to state budget costs and further analysis of surrounding libraries, the Blanco Library Board of Trustees have decided to change our fine rates. Starting September 1st, books will be $.20 per day/capping at $4.00, movies and audio materials will be $.25 per day, capping at $5.00. Our fax rate will drop to $1.50 a page for incoming and outgoing faxes.

Technology for All is running a special contest. Go to our website to find out how you can sign up to win a free iPad or a $100 gift card to Best Buy. Be sure to click on the iPad icon and follow the instructions. Also, this month’s course lessons are focused on PowerPoint from 4pm to 5:30.

During this month, the Pioneer Museum is presenting “The American Road to Victory Trilogy” at the library. These movies will be shown every Tuesday at 6:30pm and Saturday at 1:30pm, finishing on August 21st. The Pioneer Museum will be hosting the author signing of Jeffrey Kerr August 28th at 5pm. Jeffrey Kerr is the author of “Austin, Texas – Then and Now and The Republic of Austin.”

Interested in making friends? Love the library? We are looking for someone who can work the front desk, greet people, and shelve library items on Tuesdays 5-8pm and Mondays 3-6pm. Stop by the library to fill out a volunteer application. We look forward to seeing you!