SPACE NEEDS SURVEY AND FOCUS GROUPS

Shape the Future of Thayer Public Library

After celebrating 150 years in the community, Thayer Public Library is excited to look toward the future once again! To ensure we continue to meet the evolving needs of our community, we are partnering with Aaron Cohen Associates for a comprehensive space needs assessment.

Aaron Cohen Associates employs a forward-thinking method known as “appreciative inquiry.” This approach leverages community input to identify which library spaces and services are working well and builds on those strengths to create a sustainable plan for improvement. In the ever-changing landscape of library services, adaptation is key.

How You Can Help

We are seeking volunteers to support this library space planning process by completing a brief survey. Your feedback will play a vital role in shaping the future of our library.

To respond to the survey, please use this link: Thayer Public Library Survey.

Get More Involved: Join a Focus Group

If you’re interested in a deeper level of involvement, you may consider joining one of our focus groups. Selected participants will tour the library with a consultant from Aaron Cohen Associates and engage in a dialogue about what works and what doesn’t. Your commitment will involve attending one or two focus group meetings at the library (each lasting no more than two hours) at the beginning of the planning process and potentially another two-hour meeting towards the end.

The survey will ask if you are interested in learning more about joining a focus group. While all library users are invited to fill out the survey, focus group participants will be limited to Braintree residents.

Your Voice Matters

Your insights and experiences are invaluable to us. By participating in this process, you will play a key role in ensuring that Thayer Public Library remains a vital and vibrant resource for everyone in our community. Thank you for your support!

If you have any questions, please contact Assistant Director Laurie Cavanaugh at lcavanaugh@braintreema.gov, or 781-848-0405, x 4418.

Together, let’s shape the future of Thayer Public Library!