Camden Public Library Earns Five-star Rating

Camden Public Library Earns Five-star Rating

We are very pleased to announce that the Camden Public Library has again been judged a “Five-Star Library” by the Library Journal, its highest possible rating. The rating is based on the per-capita use of the library, compared to peer libraries across the country. “We are really very pleased to be recognized in this way,” said Nikki Maounis, library director. “It is a recognition of our continued work to be an anchor and a center for the community.”

The Library Journal Index which is used to create the Star Library ratings focuses on four interrelated measures: library visits, circulation, public access computer use, and program attendance. “We are really grateful that we have a public that reads, that nurtures its children, and that values its library,” Maounis added. “It is an honor to be among the select libraries in the country. Thank you Camden! We would not be as successful without the great community support we have here.”

The Camden Public Library, the Southwest Harbor Public Library, and the Skidompha Public Library in Damariscotta received Five-Star ratings; the only other Star-rated libraries in Maine were the Lubec Memorial Library and the Peabody Memorial Library in Jonesport.

In a town like Camden, summer visitors help boost our numbers, but it is the continued year-long support of our readers and members that give us a five-star rating. “The response and support of the community is what makes us feel like we are a five-star library!” said Nikki Maounis. “People love to feel that they are known, heard, and valued. They want to be part of a community. That’s what a good public library does for those they serve. We build community!”