About the Library
Appalachian Regional Library is a network of libraries across northwestern North Carolina, encompassing Ashe, Watauga, and Wilkes counties. The Appalachian Regional Library promotes knowledge, reading, and imagination; supports and encourages lifelong learning; and contributes to the sense of community and the economic wellbeing of Ashe, Wilkes, and Watauga Counties.
Regional Leadership
Director of Libraries
Jane W. Blackburn
336-846-2041 ext. 104
336-838-2818 ext. 240
828-264-8784 ext. 22
Finance Officer
Tammy Holston
336-846-2041 ext. 102
Regional Technology Coordinator
Kilby Spencer
336-200-0404
Board of Directors
Regional board meetings are held at 1 p.m. on the third Thursday of January, March, May, July, September and November.
Ashe: Kim Barnes, Molly Gambill, JoAnne Crawley, Doug Butler
Watauga: Mary Reichel, Audrey Hartley, Ala Sue Moretz, Susan Poorman
Wilkes: Carol Childers, Becky Bell, Beth Tharrington, Bill Davis, Jr.
Long Term Plan
The long-range plan for Appalachian Regional Library includes 12 goals within four service priorities.
Governing Documents
Bylaws
Appalachian Regional Library Bylaws
Public Policies
Confidentiality of Patron Records Policy
Library Card Registration Policy
Library User Code of Conduct Policy