Cottage Grove Library’s impact spans beyond bookshelves

COTTAGE GROVE – Natasha Chitow’s office is in what she affectionately calls “the city’s living room.” 

The Cottage Grove Library at 700 E. Gibbs Ave. provides resources, social connections, and support for people of all ages and backgrounds beyond the bookshelves.

Among its roles, it offers seniors access to resources for working at older ages and assistance for other folks who need tech help for job applications.

“Libraries are a cost-saving measure for a community…