Imagination Library has new leadership

Indiana State Library and The Dollywood Foundation recently announced new leadership for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Indiana.

Melinda Brown, the new state director, has worked in the nonprofit sector for years. She helped launch a local Imagination Library program in Franklin County in 2007 and continues to serve as a member of the Board of Directors. In her new role, Brown will manage all aspects of the statewide program, staffing, budget management and developing strategies for fostering and sustaining statewide Imagination Library efforts, according to a press release from the organization.

Katie Mullins, the new community engagement coordinator, served a decade as executive director at Eckhart Public Library. Her goal as coordinator will be to develop and maintain strong relationships with local and community partners, volunteers and supporters statewide, according to the release.

Imagination Library is a free book-gifting program for children aged 5-years-old or younger.

Used book sale

Fort Recovery Public Library will hold a used book sale Jan. 8 through Jan. 13.

Patrons are invited to shop for books, audio books and movies during regular business hours. Free-will donations will be accepted for items in the sale. 

The library is open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Fridays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.

Enroll in 4-H

It’s not too late to sign up for 4-H.

The youth development program offers a variety of clubs and hands-on experiences for children to learn about their community and world. Jay County Purdue Extension Office advises children to sign up by Jan. 15 for the full experience. Enroll at v2.4honline.com. To learn more, call (260) 726-4707.