Food for Fines Returns to the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library recognizes that sometimes things get hectic and our users can’t always get their items back on time.
With this thought in mind, the library is helping the community by accepting food items in lieu of monetary payment to take care of or reduce the cost of overdue fines for those who choose to participate.
The food will be donated to a local food bank. Since Food for Fines began in December of 2015, over $1,600 in fines have been waived through the program.
Now through June 1st, the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library is accepting food donations in exchange for $1.00 of eligible fines for each item.
Library card holders can bring in canned soups, canned beans, canned vegetables, canned fruits, canned meats, peanut butter, mac and cheese, boxed meals, and full-size boxes of cereal throughout the drive. No glass, expired or opened items are accepted.
Fines waives will not apply to lost items. A maximum of $30.00 in fines may be eligible. Credit cannot be applied to future fines, but anyone is welcome to make a donation, even if they don’t have fines on their account.
About the Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library champions learning and reading, ignites imaginations, and delivers access to information and ideas. Learn more at www.mcgtn.org/library
For more information, contact 931.648.8826 or visit the library’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CMCpubliclibrary
The library is located at 230 Pageant Lane, Suite 501, Clarksville, TN.
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library champions learning and reading, ignites imaginations, and delivers access to information and ideas.