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Background on Library Statistics <br /> The four locations of the Orange County Public Library system each have a <br /> different focus that is dependent upon the community it serves, type of collection, <br /> hours open and facility size and location. Therefore, a strict comparison of the <br /> branches through statistics may be problematic. Listed below is a brief overview <br /> of each location: <br /> Main BrancK-. A full service location with the largest collection size of <br /> I <br /> 89,501 items 16 computers, numerous programs for adults and children. It is <br /> open for a total of 64 hours, 7 days per week. In 2008 the location received <br /> 127,386 visits or an average of 349 people per day. <br /> Cedar Grove: Is, also considered a full service branch, although it has a much <br /> smaller collection consisting of 8,052 items and 4 public computers. The focus of <br /> this library is on children or family programming and outreach into the <br /> community. It is currently open 36 hours, Monday — Thursday and Saturday <br /> mornings. In 2008 the location received 11 ,811 visits or an average of 45 people <br /> per day. <br /> Carrboro: A full service branch that is located within an elementary/middle school <br /> media center. It has a collection size of 22,568 items, 4 computers, children's <br /> programming and art displays. The primary focus is on serving families with <br /> young children. It is currently open 26 hours, with mostly evening hours 6 days <br /> per week, but closed on Friday. In 2008 it received 24,837 visits or an average <br /> of 79 people per day. <br /> Note on Carrboro: Because of the co-location within the school, the library is not <br /> on the OCPL circulation system and therefore is not able to provide the same <br /> detailed level of statistics. Also, in an agreement with the school, OCPL patrons <br /> may only check out 10 items per library card and not 25 per card that patrons <br /> may have at other locations. <br /> Cybrary: A smaller library facility located within the Carrboro Century Center. <br /> The focus of this location is providing 6 computers for public internet access, <br /> including wireless options, classes.asses on computer literacy and a small a regular <br /> collection of 939 items. It is currently open 44 hours for six days with only <br /> daytime hours Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings. In 2008 it <br /> received 17,842 visits or 57 people per day. <br /> 25--10 <br /> 5 <br />