Fine-free libraries
The San José Public Library celebrated the elimination of late fines on all overdue materials with a “fine-free wave” led by Krazy George Henderson at the Sept. 10 city council meeting.
“We are confident that going fines-free will help us achieve our goal of removing barriers to access and encourage people to visit the library (and) check out materials,” San Jose City Librarian Jill Bourne said in a statement.
The elimination of late fines applies to all items checked out or returned after July 1, 2024. Library cardholders with existing late fines or fees, will have the opportunity to participate in one of the many access programs the library has created, such as Volunteer Away Your Fines, Book Replacement Program or Read Away Your Fines.
For more information about the Fine Free Wave, visit www.sjpl.org/finefree.
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WILLOW GLEN>>The Willow Glen Business Association is holding its first-ever Glen Fest on Sept. 28, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. The event features food from local vendors, as well as beer, wine and refreshments. Hootenanny and First Call will play live music. A kids court will sport bouncy houses, face painting, a photo booth and special appearances from local sports organizations.
Glen Fest will be held at the Bank of America parking lot located at 1245 Lincoln Ave. Those interested in participating as a food or drink vendor can contact info@willowglen.org or 408-298-2100 for more information. To volunteer at the event, visit https://www.willowglen.org/glen-fest.
