In honor of National Library Week, the Pella Public Library will hold a food for fines drive April 8-14.

The library will accept non-perishable food items in exchange for overdue fines. One food item will equal up to $1.00, with up to a maximum of $10.00 forgiven during the week. Each food item donated to the library will be given to the Pella Community Food Shelf. All donations must be in their original containers, unopened, undamaged, and not expired according to the package expiration date.

Food donations are in lieu of overdue fines only, and cannot be used to clear fees for lost or damaged materials, printing, interlibrary loans, or other charges.

Some acceptable non-perishable food items include: cereal, tuna, rice, beans, soups, canned meats, canned juices, peanut butter, and any canned fruits or vegetables. Please bring all food donations to the Circulation Desk during library operating hours.