Granville library to host grand opening of community room

Community room to be dedicated to Bonnee L. Harris

The Putnam County Library Granville Branch, located at 214 S. McCoy St., will be starting a Young Adult Book Group under the direction of Librarian Bernie Egan and Communications Student Courtney Ossola. — The Putnam County Public Library announced the grand opening 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 14, of the Community Room at the Granville Branch, 214 S. McCoy St. (Jayce Eustice)

September 02, 2024 at 2:10 pm CDT

The Putnam County Public Library announced the grand opening of the Community Room at the Granville Branch, 214 S. McCoy St., from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 14.

The Community Room was created for the public to enjoy library programs and to host meetings.

The Community Room will be dedicated to the memory of Bonnee L. Harris, who began her career in Putnam County as a kindergarten teacher in 1966 before later teaching fourth grade. Harris was a devoted teacher and would provide support for learning in many ways, such as providing a classroom library, taking field trips, exploring local history and real-world studies in math and science, as well as conducting activities in art and music. She also returned to school herself to earn a master’s degree in early childhood education.

The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. For more information about the event, call the Granville Branch at 815-339-2038.