The Germantown branch celebrated the end of the Germantown Community Library’s summer reading challenge with a concert by the Germantown High band in the branch parking lot. Besides the music, there were coffee and other refreshments, and we collected $740 for the band.

“This was our second year hosting the summer finale event and collecting donations for the Warhawk band,” branch manager and community engagement manager AVP Erica Hughes said. “I am proud to support the band, and North Shore Bank is a major corporate sponsor, as well.”

The branch is also participating in this month’s library card sign-up event. “We are excited to promote the idea that libraries are places to get connected to technology by using broadband, computers, and other resources,” Erica said. “They also offer opportunities to connect with media, programs, ideas, and classes — in addition to books.”