This post is a collaborative post. As always, all opinions and ideas are entirely my own.
I want to talk to you about the library. When was the last
time you went to one? It’s probably been a hot minute. I know last year was the
first time I pulled out my library card in a LONG time. Actually, I went to go check
out my books and the computer didn’t even recognize my bar code. Whoops. So I
had to get another one.
Technology has changed the way we search for information and
buy and read books, but that doesn’t mean that community libraries are now
redundant. In fact, libraries serve a host of important purposes for friends of
all ages.
buy and read books, but that doesn’t mean that community libraries are now
redundant. In fact, libraries serve a host of important purposes for friends of
all ages.
Not only that, but some of the libraries that have recently
been remodeled are extremely trendy too. I could definitely see libraries
becoming the new coffee shop trend if they keep up with the funky design concepts.
been remodeled are extremely trendy too. I could definitely see libraries
becoming the new coffee shop trend if they keep up with the funky design concepts.
Libraries are more useful now more than ever before. While
many people still use libraries to rent books, there are several other reasons
why libraries are a linchpin of community life.
Libraries are a place where
people can gather and meet. It’s not the traditional quiet hush-hush atmosphere
anymore. There are quiet zones and collaborative zones. Over 90% of people
agree that libraries improve community spirit, while 73% consider their library
an important place for their family. Community libraries facilitate
communication and the formation of relationships and connections, which is
increasingly beneficial in a digital age.
many people still use libraries to rent books, there are several other reasons
why libraries are a linchpin of community life.
Libraries are a place where
people can gather and meet. It’s not the traditional quiet hush-hush atmosphere
anymore. There are quiet zones and collaborative zones. Over 90% of people
agree that libraries improve community spirit, while 73% consider their library
an important place for their family. Community libraries facilitate
communication and the formation of relationships and connections, which is
increasingly beneficial in a digital age.
My boyfriend and I recently went on a library date. We legitimately
went to the library, picked out a book and read next to one another. May have
also people watched a bit too, but it was just a different atmosphere to get out of the house in. We both walked out feeling refreshed and there was no pressure to buy something. We just enjoyed each other’s company.
went to the library, picked out a book and read next to one another. May have
also people watched a bit too, but it was just a different atmosphere to get out of the house in. We both walked out feeling refreshed and there was no pressure to buy something. We just enjoyed each other’s company.
The library is also a crucial resource because it enables
access to information, advice, and guidelines related to areas such as social
services, healthcare, and employment. Over 80% of people agree that their library
provides resources that they would struggle to find elsewhere. Some libraries
have also introduced one-on-one sessions designed to benefit those looking for
a job or assistance with finding housing. You tell me what coffee shop offers opportunities
like that?
access to information, advice, and guidelines related to areas such as social
services, healthcare, and employment. Over 80% of people agree that their library
provides resources that they would struggle to find elsewhere. Some libraries
have also introduced one-on-one sessions designed to benefit those looking for
a job or assistance with finding housing. You tell me what coffee shop offers opportunities
like that?
You have free access to the internet, wifi, and unlimited
knowledge. If they don’t have the answer, they know where to find it! These facilities
provide opportunities to study, to research and to expand your knowledge base,
providing a valuable resource for children, students, and employees. Almost 50%
of the library, users make a trip with a specific aim in mind.
knowledge. If they don’t have the answer, they know where to find it! These facilities
provide opportunities to study, to research and to expand your knowledge base,
providing a valuable resource for children, students, and employees. Almost 50%
of the library, users make a trip with a specific aim in mind.
My typical trip involves an hour of blog writing with a brief
browse through the metaphysical section. Sometimes a cute Instagram photo, if the library is trendy enough. *winks*
browse through the metaphysical section. Sometimes a cute Instagram photo, if the library is trendy enough. *winks*
Libraries offer access to technology, enabling those who
don’t have an Internet connection at home to find information, study and read.
Almost 70% of public libraries represent the sole free source of Internet
within their neighborhoods.
don’t have an Internet connection at home to find information, study and read.
Almost 70% of public libraries represent the sole free source of Internet
within their neighborhoods.
I have become so much more inspired at a library than anywhere else I’ve gone to “get work done” (aka play on my phone and maybe do minimal work). There honestly might even be fewer distractions here because of the traditional hush-hush stigma. I’m a person that
I have to get out of my element (desk, living room, etc.) in order to spark
some creativity and the library does that for me.
I have to get out of my element (desk, living room, etc.) in order to spark
some creativity and the library does that for me.
In case you needed some more inspiration here’s an awesome infographic on why libraries are better for your community overall.
Next time you’re looking for some local resources, or want to get out of your routine spots, or maybe your computer broke and you need to do some research. The library is the answer to all of your problems. If the staff or facility cant solve it, guess what there is a book somewhere inside that will. Libraries are beautiful. Thank you for coming to my online Ted Talk.
