Ever since I was little I have enjoyed checking out books from the library. Thanks for that goes to my mom. However, it wasn’t until I was an adult and had my own children that I’ve come to appreciate so many of the services my current library offers.
Having small children makes peacefully browsing bookshelves impossible. Instead I am able to browse the entire collection of libraries in this county online at home. Recommendations from librarians and patrons are offered through book lists. Also, I can reserve items which I can then pick up at my convenience and check out in a few minutes time; children and all.
Personally I’ve checked out everything from books, to movies, to cds, to audio books, to Museum Passes. The Museum Pass
At various times I’ve made use of copiers and computers. The computers are available for internet needs but also for word processing and printing. Personally I’m pleased with the quiet places with lovely views that encourage my writing. The children’s areas I frequent with my girls are inviting with toys, puzzles, and interesting facts to look at; even I am entertained and educated.
My children and I have tried out story times from months old and up as well as indoor play areas. Other events we haven’t gotten to involve cultural awareness, author talks, writing workshops, tax information, and book clubs.
I will always be an advocate of reading books, therefore a supporter of libraries. However to expect only books from a library any more is merely skimming the surface. Libraries meet many more needs, for no fees, providing assistance, entertainment, and education.
Monty Harper is coming back to Mac, but it is June. Wish you and the kiddos could come. You first went to the library in your baby carrier, and I was so pleased to be there when your littlest one went to the library the first time. Libraries are so welcoming and convenient. I hope that the need for libraries never ends. I know that the digital readers are very popular, but there is no place like the library.
ReplyDeleteOh, I wish we could be there too! L has been picking up parts of the songs and will tell me, "I know part of 'Imagine That'," then she sings, "Imagine that, doot do do do dooo doot." (that's hard to write out :)
ReplyDeleteStay tuned - I want to start a series about songs on my blog starting in July - "The Gentlemen are Dancing on Their Toes" will be one of them ;) (my personal favorite :)