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December 5, 2025

The trill of having your own library card

November 25, 2025

By Craig Scott There’s something wonderfully timeless about holding a library card in your hand. It’s small, simple, and made of plastic — but it represents an...

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GPL 119 years in service so far

November 7, 2025

By Craig Scott As the Gadsden Public Library nears its 120th anniversary next year, it’s worth reflecting on how the library has contributed to the life of the...

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Welcome to the Library: A Legacy of Service Since 1906

October 10, 2025

By Craig Scott The Gadsden Public Library officially opened its doors as a Carnegie Library on December 20, 1906, at the corner of Forrest A...

Welcome to the Library: Your Community’s Living Room

September 17, 2025

By Craig Scott Editor’s Note: The Messenger happily presents a new bi-weekly column written by Gadsden Public Library Director Craig Scott. Scott...

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