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Allen County partnership raises thousands for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Local and state officials Tuesday separately announced fundraising efforts for a program that provides free books to children up to age 5. The need follows Gov. Mike Braun and lawmakers cutting state ...
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Allen County library locations report 1.7 million visits last year; borrowing was up 8%

The Allen County Public Library had more than 1.7 million visits last year and the number of items borrowed from its 14 locations jumped 8% from 2023, according to a Community Impact Report released ...
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Allen County Public Library celebrates National Library Week, executive director expresses concern for future

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— Libraries across the country are celebrating National Library Week on April 6-12. The Allen County Public Library is celebrating with the theme Drawn to the Library. During ...
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library off to near-record start in Allen County

ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) — After months of fundraising and preparation, the Allen County Public Library (ACPL) has officially launched Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The ACPL already had ...
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Allen Public Library debuts its $19.9 million makeover after closing for over a year

After more than a year of construction and temporary relocation, Allen Public Library is ready to welcome residents back to a larger, more modern space. The expansion aims to meet the evolving needs ...