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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.
- 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.
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.- 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.
- 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.
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.- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Ferndale Library Closed Until Further NoticeFlood damage affected the Ferndale Library, but the luckily collection is intact.
- Royal Oak Public Library Unveils New Mosaic PanelsNew mosaics will grace the children's area of the Royal Oak Public Library.
- New Nonfiction Books at the Ferndale Public LibraryThe Ferndale Public Library offers some fun new nonfiction books for patrons.
- Ferndale Public Library Undead Movie Night Drawing to a CloseUndead Movie Night at Ferndale Public Library ends Nov. 29.
- Free Money Saving Kitchen Program at the Royal Oak Public LibraryThe Kitchen Assistant is coming to Royal Oak's Public Library with money saving tips in the kitchen, she will help Royal Oak residents live well on less money. She has great low cost meal help and this amazing program is free.
- Area Public Library Options Still Open for Birmingham ResidentsWith the fact that voters in Bloomfield Hills and Troy have voted down mileage increases for public libraries, the library options for Birmingham residents shrinks considerably.
- Downloadable Books at Royal Oak Public LibraryNeed more books to read on your kindle or iPad? Then visit our Royal Oak Public Library and the thousands of e-books available to registered library borrowers.
- Baldwin Public Library in Birmingham Makes an Ideal Teen HangoutWhen I was a teen, the local library was one of my favorite haunts. The Baldwin Public Library is out-doing itself in making activities and events available and it's not just for kids. Teens need to check out the BPL.
- How the Baldwin Public Library is Helping Birmingham Residents Save MoneyLots of local merchants have joined this money saving program and all you have to do is flash your Baldwin Public Library card to reap the rewards. Most of the businesses are on or around Woodward in beautiful downtown Birmingham.
- The Friends of the Baldwin Public Library in Birmingham Invite You to Become a MemberIf you attend either of the twice-yearly book sales at the Baldwin Public Library, you will see volunteers helping you select and pay for your books. Before that, however, these and other volunteers were getting ready for the sale.
- How the Ferndale Public Library Can Help Residents Find a JobThe Ferndale Public Library provides valuable resources for residents in the dreaded job search; they want to help Ferndale residents get back to work so they are offering a variety of programs and resources for job-seeking people.
- Volunteers Needed for Sunnyvale Public Library's Speaker's BureauApplications are being accepted for the Library's Volunteer Speakers Bureau which presents library programs and activities to residents.
Are Tax Levies Out of Control Here in Geauga County Ohio?Some people blindly assume that the taxpayer will continue to fund things without question, but when the State of Ohio pulls funding then why does the local taxpayer pick up the slack?
Altered Books Teen Craft at Baldwin Public LibraryAttention Birmingham teens in grades 6-12: looking for a creative art opportunity? Better still, how about a free art project? Come over to your local Baldwin Public Library Saturday, November 13, 2010 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for 'Altered Books'- 'Lapsit Storytime' at Royal Oak Public LibraryRoyal Oak Public Library helps babies and toddlers get an educational head start.
- Halloween Mask Workshop at Birmingham's Baldwin Public LibraryNowadays, even older kids dress up for Halloween.
