Petticoat Creek Library Branch Sets a New Record in March. The Petticoat Creek Branch of the Pickering Public Library system celebrated its busiest month ever, reaching a record of 30,000 items checked out in March. This is the highest circulation ever in a one-month period at the branch. Pickering Public Library C.E.O. Cynthia Mearns notes that the Petticoat Creek neighbourhood has embraced its library. "The Petticoat Creek Branch is a great neighbourhood asset for children, teens and adults in the growing western part of the city", says Mearns. "Clients like its cozy ambiance and relaxed service." Branch Manager Colleen Bolin couldn't agree more, "It combines the personal attention that clients like in a small library with the advantages of being part of a larger system." The Petticoat Creek Branch opened its doors in 2001 and is located in the Petticoat Creek Community Centre on Kingston Road, west of Rosebank Road. It features up-to-date collections for clients of all ages including a wide selection of electronic games, DVDs and CDs as well as a vibrant collection of fiction and research material. Bolin is pleased with what the branch can offer, "Throughout the six years that this library has been open, we have responded to the community needs by adding new services and collections and by making the branch as welcoming as possible for those who just want to sit by the fireplace and read." In addition to the record circulation, the Pickering Public Library continues to be busy with activities that have included a series of March Break children's programs, the Battle of the Books, the introduction of wireless internet access, and a variety of free workshops and programs for clients of all ages. The Pickering Public Library continues to set new records in online visits, in-house visits and system-wide circulation reaffirming its contribution to the community of Pickering.
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