Wawa Public Library Launching New Seniors Program Due to Grant

The Wawa Public Library's celebrating support for seniors programming.

Talking to JJAM FM's Town Talk, CEO and Head Librarian Sue Jarrell explained the federal government's providing a grant supporting senior-based, senior-led programs, including a "New Horizons Knitting Connection" launched earlier this month.

WPL CEO Sue Jarrell Explains Seniors Knitting Club
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Jarrell notes this summer will also see "New Horizons Intergenerational Buddy Reading".

WPL CEO Sue Jarrell on Intergenerational Reading Program
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Jarrell adds a "Shut-In Outreach Program" is also planned, and the grant's supporting a few other helpful changes in the library, such as a new coffee cart and more comfortable chairs.