Neshoba County Public Library, serving an area of 28,000 residents, has a collection of 39,000 books and periodicals; in addition, there are 560 CDs, records, cassettes and other audio materials, as well as 270 video items, such as DVDs and VHS tapes. Internet terminals are available for use by the general public. Staffing consists of 8 employees, including one fully accredited librarian, plus volunteers. Annual expenditures on the library collection total $15,400. Patrons make 75,000 visits annually, and check out materials 52,000 times. Thirty-five percent of all check-outs are children's materials.
Location:
230 Beacon Street, Philadelphia Mississippi 39350
Telephone
601-656-4911
Other Public Libraries nearby:
(Aliceville) Aliceville Public Library
(Brandon) Central Mississippi Regional Library
(Brandon) Central Mississippi Regional Library
(York) Hightower Memorial Library
(Union) Kemper-Newton Regional Library
(Canton) Madison County Library System
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06/08 Coming to The Philadelphia area
World Catfish Festival Belzoni MS April6 This whiskers and fin festival held every April celebrates the world's largest catfish fry. Bands ranging from Gospel, Country, to Rock-n-Roll and Blues! Free Kids Zone!
Kentuck Festival of the Arts Northport AL October19-20 Nationally and internationally acclaimed folk artists,
270+ folk, visionary, and contemporary artists and expert craftspeople presenting their work to you,
free hands-on art-making for children in Kentuck for Kids and throughout the park,
interactive live demonstrations by expert craftspeople—basketmakers, blacksmiths, woodworkers, traditional potters, fiber and fabric artists, quilters, jewelers, and a glassblower,
live music and story-telling, food and fellowship.
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