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- First Person: The Public Library Still Has Value in the Digital AgeOur family learned that the public library is a valuable and free resource for digital books, free music downloads, and movie rentals.
- Public Libraries Get Cyber-sizedPublic libraries offer all sorts of digital goodies for "virtually" every one in the family. This is a guide to these every-growing educational and entertainment resources, available 24/7, from the comfort of your wired home.
- Public Libraries, Hidden TreasurePublic libraries make America great; however, public appreciation has been missing recently. The benefits and reasons to support your public library are addressed, and what you can do to help keep them afloat are highlighted.
- Ferndale Public Library Turns 80Ferndale Public Library turned 80 years old in November. Learn more about its original home.
- Save Money by Getting Passes to Zoos, Museums and Other Public Attractions at Your Public LibraryIf you are looking for an outing, check with your local public library. They might have just the ticket.
Story Times at the Flint Public LibraryThere will be Bookie Babies events. This is especially for 24 months or younger. Yes this event is especially for them.
Houston Public Library Launches Gulf Coast Reads ProgramHouston's "One City, One Book" program begins a month of events devoted to promoting literacy in the community.
Save Our Public Libraries!The debt ceiling compromise promises to reduce government spending, which could negatively affect our publicly funded libraries. But in our current economic crisis, Americans need libraries (and the benefits they offer) now more than ever.
Fun with Volunteering: Opportunities in Cincinnati & NationwideVolunteering is a great way to get involved in your community. Based on my own experience in the Greater Cincinnati area, I've compiled a list of organizations that offer interesting volunteer opportunities locally and nationwide.- Seminole County Public Library Review: Jean Rhein Central Branch LibraryA look at the Jean Rhein Central Branch Library in Casselberry, Florida.
- Save $30 a Month by Using Your Local Public LibraryIf you love to read, you should use your local public library to find the latest best-sellers. Public libraries offer much more than books, however.
Novelist Jane Smiley at the San Francisco Public LibraryQ&A with Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Jane Smiley at the San Francisco Public Library, 21 June 2011
San Jose Public Library branches start reduced hours on June 27Effective June 27, almost every branch in the San Jose Public Library system will have new set of reduced hours and will be open only four days a week. However, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. branch will remain open seven days a week.- How to Pass the Bar Exam: Study at the Public LibraryOften forgotten, the public library is a great place for law students
- Libraries MatterWith all the recent talk about the viability of public libraries in the digital age, I find myself looking back at my own experience with public libraries and forward to the future I believe they are still a key part of.
Two Melville Fans Arrested After Beating Joyce Fan in Los Angeles Public LibraryTwo Herman Melville fans were arrested after beating a James Joyce fan in the Los Angeles Public Library. The fight stemmed over which author was better, and which book was better, Moby Dick or Ulysses.
How Will Budget Cuts Affect the New York Public Library System?As the New York Public Library heads into its 100th anniversary, threats of impending budget cuts on the library system have dampened celebrations. How will the budget cuts affect the NYPL system?- Have You Saved Money at Your Public Library Lately?If you've not visited your local public library lately, you're missing out on a wealth of free resources for entertainment, employment and much more.
Fairwell Public Library and Dewey Decimal System?Growing up I would walk or ride my bike to the public library. A cool blast of air and the distinct smell of books would greet me at the door. This silent sanctuary of knowledge was a wonderful place to visit.- Saint Augustine Review: St. John's County Public Library-Main BranchA review of St. Augustine's library.
- Children's Interactive Music Program at Wixom Public LibraryOne of my favorite memories as a parent were the times my children and I spent at our local library. I can remember music, dance, drama, science, cooking, nature study, history experiences, animal visitors, all of which my children thoroughly enjoyed.
Open Source, Open Access, and the Modern Public LibraryWhat will the salience of open source production, and more importantly, open access content mean for the public library?- How Public Libraries Are Adapting to the Digital AgeCleveland company OverDrive has already built a network of libraries in multiple countries that use its services to provide books in digital form.
- Will Public Libraries Become Extinct One DayI believe public libraries will exist for many more years. It is such a wonderful feeling to enter a public library, especially an old one.
- Milford Public Library Expansion in Milford, DelawareCome visit the new Milford Public Library. Phase one is complete and the second and final phase is nearing completion. The new Richard M. Johnson Computer room has 21 computers where you can connect to the Internet.
- 9 Ways to Save Money at Your Public LibrarySave money on movies, music, books, and activities by using your public library.
- Libraries Provide Information that is Free but Not CheapIf you want good, solid information that is compiled by knowledgeable people and packaged in a user-friendly form, you will likely have to pay for it. People don't generally do that much work for free.
- A Guide to Public Libraries in Virginia Beach, VirginiaThere are quite a few public libraries located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Presented here, is an article which offers pertinent information regarding the various public library branches in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
- Celebrities Support LibrariesLibraries around the world are in serious danger of stopping important services or being closed down because of the current economic climate. Thankfully celebrities around the world are standing up in support of libraries and all that they do.
- Freebies for Ferndale Friends from Huntington Woods Public LibraryFerndale Library orphans, hopefully it's not much longer now before your library is back in business. To make the time pass more quickly, here's a freebie from your friends at Huntington Woods Public Library: free ebooks.
- Tree Maintenance Project to Begin at the Downtown Palo Alto Public LibraryThe next time you drive by the Palo Alto Public Library branch at 270 Forest Avenue, don't be surprised to see crews working on the trees! The City posted the tree removal and tree maintenance notice on January 20 to be completed in the next two weeks.
- Seattle Public Library Offers FREE Mp3 Downloads!Forget iTunes, get FREE mp3 downloads courtesy of the Seattle Public Library.
- Various Activities for Teens Offered at the Public LibraryThese are often held in conjunction with certain holidays or special events, such as Mardi Gras, Chinese New Year or Valentine's Day.
- A Baldwin Public Library Card Can Save You MoneyHaving a library card from the Baldwin Public Library can save you money when you shop locally! The "Check It Out" program is one which the library has partnered with local merchants to provide discounts or special offers when you show your library card.
- Ferndale Public Library Closure Extended into New YearWater damage from a burst water pump hose at the Ferndale Public Library is apparently more extensive than originally thought. The library, which was rumored to reopen for business this week, has extended its closure for up to 10 weeks.
- Ferndale Public Library Closed Due to Water DamageThe Ferndale Public Library announced it will be closed for at least 10 weeks because of the water damage it recently suffered. Those of us who have books can still return them in a timely fashion at the east side of the building's drop box.
- Update: Ferndale Public Library Will Be Closed at Least 10 WeeksDue to flooding, the library will be closed until at least February.
- The Ferndale Public Library Will Be Closed Longer Than ExpectedThe Ferndale Public Library sustained massive water damage Nov. 26, and the damage is worse than once thought.
- Library Closed Due to Water DamageThe Ferndale Public Library will be closed for the next 10 weeks as a failing plumbing system is fix.
- Water Damage Closes Local Ferndale Public LibraryThe Ferndale Public Library is closed, due to water damage from a faulty water pump hose that rained water from the upstairs level to the level below. But fear not, although some walls and desks are damaged, the book collection remains intact.
