The Harwinton Public Library

Harwinton Public Library Mission Statement

The mission of the Harwinton Public Library shall be to provide for the informational, cultural, and recreational needs of the citizens of Harwinton through the provision of an organized collection of print, multimedia, and electronic resources. This mission shall be met by the maintenance of a trained professional staff and support personnel.

Special emphasis is placed on encouraging children to develop an interest in reading and learning by offering appropriate materials and programs and collaborating with the Region 10 school district educational programs. In addition, the Library shall work to provide people of all ages with high-demand, high-interest resources in a variety of formats. In summary, the library shall actively encourage the use of its materials, seek to keep residents informed of resources available, and foster the intellectual growth , character, and cohesiveness of the community.