Mission Statement

THE LIBRARY'S MISSION

The Cranston Public Library brings people, information and ideas together to enrich lives and strengthen the community.

WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE:

• Library services that are known and valued by the community, resulting in broad use by the public
• An engaging cultural and lifelong learning center for the community
• Services and collections that are readily accessible and easy to use and that are relevant to community needs
• An enthusiastic, well-trained and highly capable staff that works well together to provide quality service to all library users
• Facilities that are inviting and well maintained
• Technology that expands and enhances service
• Timely and accurate information that informs and empowers the public
• Defense of intellectual freedom and the confidentiality of each individual's use of the library
• A close working relationship with other libraries, community agencies and organizations that fosters cooperation, making the most efficient and effective use of taxpayer resources
• A variety of early childhood programs that bring families together and foster a love of reading
• A relevant collection of print and non-print materials that meet the developmental needs of Cranston’s youth
• Collaboration and support for parents and teachers as schools adopt the Common Core state standards
• Programs for preteens and teens
• The annual Summer Reading program which focuses on making reading and literacy-related programs fun and accessible for children of all ages to help avoid summer reading loss