SCLF in the news
• New library stacks up as Cordelia bonanza
The tangible benefits of the long-awaited Cordelia library stood on shining display at the facility's grand opening Thursday. Brand-new books sat atop immaculate wooden shelves; a bevy of computers displayed the library catalog. Expansive views of the surrounding damp green hills appeared outside the library windows.
Reprinted with permission from The Reporter, Dec. 15, 2006.
• A firm foundation
The Solano County Library Foundation has managed to score quite a coup. The nonprofit organization, which supports a broad range of library and literacy programs, was able to entice Ruth Gardner Begell out of retirement.
Editorial reprinted with permission from The Reporter, Jan. 17, 2006.
• Starting a new chapter
Former Vacaville Museum director Ruth Gardner Begell says she's always been mission-driven, and now she's found her latest mission - as executive director of the Solano County Library Foundation.
Reprinted with permission from The Reporter, Jan. 11, 2006.
• Ground broken for new library
State, county and city leaders converged in Fairfield's Green Valley area Monday morning to commemorate construction of the county's eighth library branch. More...Reprinted with permission from The Reporter, Sep. 27, 2005.
• Waiting room literacy
Fairfield — Volunteering with the reach Our and Read Program - part of Solano County Library's literacy services - gives retired attorney Ed Willner an enjoyable and meaningful way to pass his time. More...Reprinted with permission from the Fairfield Daily Republic, Feb. 4, 2005.