[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9299]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE MIDDLE COUNTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY

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                         HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 18, 2007

  Mr. BISHOP of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
respected and important landmark in the First Congressional District, 
the Middle Country Public Library.
  Since 1957, the Middle Country Public Library has been a dynamic 
center for continuous learning that provides information, resources and 
programs to meet the needs of our diverse Long Island population. 
Visionary leadership, outstanding facilities, a skilled staff and 
collaborative partnerships enable the Library to deliver model services 
including free and spacious meeting rooms for use by community groups.
  The Middle Country Public Library has received numerous awards 
including the ``Pioneer Vision Award'', ``The Godfrey Award for 
Excellence in Public Library Services for Children and Families'', and 
the ``Groundbreaker Award'' for promoting diversity and cultural 
awareness. On Saturday, April 21, the Library will be celebrating its 
50th anniversary. The celebration will include performances, puppet 
shows, and stories to commemorate five full decades of stellar service 
and commitment to the community.
  Madam Speaker, I strongly agree with John Quincy Adams, this great 
country's 6th President, when he said, ``To furnish the means of 
acquiring knowledge is the greatest benefit that can be conferred upon 
mankind.'' Indeed, the Middle Country Public Library is a welcoming 
place for knowledge, dedicated to excellence and to enhancing the 
quality of life in Suffolk County, New York. I am proud to honor its 
50th anniversary.

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