Dexter, MO - The Modern Woodsman presented Keller Public Library the 2022 Hometown Hero Award.

Mary Thorn said the library was chosen because it is central location for Dexter and surrounding communities where parents can bring their children for story time and for people to aid their mental health by escaping the world we live in through a book.

"Reading books is a nice way to escape the world," commented Thorn.

This award is given once a year and recognizes the individual or organization for their contributions to the community.

With the award the Modern Woodmen will make a $100 donation to the charity of the library staff's choosing.  The library chose the Stoddard County Children's Home.

The Keller Public Library director and staff are honored to be recognized as hometown heroes!" stated Library Director Jordan Myers.From its beginning in 1935 Dexter’s library has been a community effort, so we strive to be a library that has something to offer everyone in our community and one that gives everyone a role in building our services.  A public library truly connects people and provides a foundation of opportunities for lifelong learning, and it is our mission to provide culture, information, education, recreation and inspiration to all library patrons."