St. Gerard Majella Library - Kirkwood, MO
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N 38° 35.130 W 090° 26.571
15S E 722730 N 4273881
This library is primarily for the school, but the space is open to all.
Waymark Code: WM18F32
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 07/22/2023
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County of library: St. Louis County
Location of library: Dougherty Ferry Rd. & N Ballas Rd., Kirkwood
Phone: (314) 822-8844
This buildings was built in 1956, and was designed by Architect Rime A, Dusard. It was a originally the church itself, then in 1981 became the parish office, then parish meeting rooms, and in 2011 dedicated as the school's library. It still have meeting space, and is open to visitors.
"The SGM Library is a resourceful component of SGM school. It houses approximately 9,000 books in its collection and its goal is to support the overall curriculum and to encourage students to develop an affinity for reading along with a lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
"The current library was dedicated in December 2011 (as part of the school expansion) to honor his Most Reverend John R. Gaydos - Former Pastor of St. Gerard 1990-1996.
"The library contains an abundance of comfortable seating arrangements, and material selections for Primary Fiction, Intermediate/Middle Fiction, Fiction Series, Reference, and a large Non-Fiction area to support research. Rentals are 2 weeks in length; Kindergartener are permitted 1 book at a time and may choose Primary Fiction and Series material, while 1st-8th graders are permitted 2 books from any area.
"Circulation is supported via LibraryWorld web-based system. Additional technology includes the OPAC, an online catalog, and the Library World Mobile app - for 24/7 access to the library catalog via your mobile device (available for Apple and Android devices).
"The library is operated with the generous help of volunteers and a library coordinator. It is open during regular school hours and is a welcome space for all.
"Please click here to visit our school library or visit our online catalog." ~ St. Gerald Majella
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