Gilman Public Library Board of Trustees agenda for October 5,2026 @6pm

*Mission statement:

Gilman Public Library opens its door to all people, building strong local and 

world connections.

Call to order and Agenda approval

Approval of minutes from September 9,2026

Approval of bills 

Director’s report

1. Patron visits 

2. Computer users 

3. ACG books   ACG movies  

4. CCG books     CCG movies

5.  Teens 

6. Marshall county books/movies Other checkouts

7. Bridges/Libby checkouts

8. Items donated

9. Items added to collection

10. Items withdrawn 

Old Business

1. Thursday hours and Volunteers

2. Halloween

3. Magic Tree House (Donated Brand New Set)

4. Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday Library hours.

5. We have booked a Santa and a Grinch. Our Christmas Event will be Dec. 4th from 5-7pm.

6. Family Bingo night is scheduled for Nov. 6th from 6-7

7. Our first Story hour only had four patrons. However; there was a pee wee football game at the same time.

8. Bicycle safety was canceled by officer Rogers due to unforeseen circumstances. 

9. The Readers Round table had 4 patrons.

10. The ISU extension office canceled their floral arrangement class due to a lack of interest.

11. Kids fall activities brought in 10 patrons.

12. Adult book pumpkin craft brought in 2 patrons.

New Business

1. I have applied for Pilcrow and am waiting on a response. 

2. Botanical Garden

3. ISU will be here for some STEM programs Nov. 2nd 3-4, February 1st 3-4, and May 3rd 3-4. We are working out a date and time for a Master Gardeners program for adults.

4. Locks on cabinet doors.

5. Bag and headphone hooks

6. Dehumidifier

7. October schedule

8. Do you have any suggestions on programming or crafts? 

The next board meeting is November 2, 2026 @6pm