Jeanice Lee talks to Dara Bradds, Library Director of Escondido Public Library. Est in 1894 the library has 160,000 physical items in the collection and their digital collection has access to 1 million+ items such as eBooks, eAudio etc. Bradds describes the numerous events the library hosts and the unique programs for kids, teens, and adults. Bradds says the library is more than just books but a great gathering place. Volunteers are welcome. No membership is required. A library card is free. Hours are M, F, Sat 9a-6p Tues, Wed, Thurs 9a – 8p. Location: 239 South Kalmia Street. Connect (library.escondido.org) Call 760.839.4683
Original airdate: 5/21/2023
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Jeanice joined EMF in 2009 and she covers Southern California, N Oregon, Washington State, and Hawai'i, including major markets Seattle, Portland, and Los Angeles.
