Patch is Live Blogging from Today's Board of Commissioner's Meeting

If you didn’t know, today is National Library Day. And to celebrate, you can bet many friends of Cobb’s libraries will be at today's 9 a.m. Board of Commissioners meeting where the main topic of discussion will be how to eliminate a $31 million shortfall in this year's budget.

Patch will be there, too, providing live blog reports, photos and full coverage as the threat of the closure of 13 libraries, several senior centers, as well as possible furloughs or tax increases finally comes to a head.

Chairman Tim Lee has come under considerable fire for a proposal to cut libraries and senior centers and the like. Other commissioners have offered various opinions about closing the gap with tax increases or furloughs. How it shakes out no one quite knows but we’ll all be watching.

• Looking for a good read on the cheap? Today is the final day the Cumberland area will be open. And while the store’s selection has been gutted during the on-going liquidation sale, there are some bargains to be had. But move quickly, because after today, that’s all folks!

• Wednesday night, at 4600 West Village Place is hosting a fundraiser to benefit Moda Real, a nonprofit organization that assists Hispanic girls in learning good values, leadership skills and gaining self-esteem.

“Margarita’s for a Cause’’ will feature a silent auction and takes place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The $10 tickets include one drink and 20 percent of the proceeds will benefit Moda Real.

• Also on Wednesday night, a free seminar will offer nutritional tips for endurance athletes at the cafeteria. Dr. Alexander Voljavec of at West Village will help athletes get the most out of their training by sharing advice on proper nutrition and antioxidants.

The seminar is set to begin at 7 p.m. and reservations can be made by calling 770-319-2025. 

• And on Thursday, will be conducting a job fair at its Smyrna location located at 2654 Spring Road. Form 2 to 5 p.m., Panda Express will be interviewing all positions including services associates, culinary associates, as well as management candidates.