Programs for Grown-Ups at Libraries Most Libraries have great programs for children. But, what is being done for the grownups? What programs are there for adults at the library? Here are Some Programs for Adults at the Library Lifelong learning … Continue reading
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Teens and Libraries Historically, libraries have served young children and adults. Teenagers were written off. Teens are a group that libraries tend to lose. Once they turn 16 they are gone from the library. Teens want to create their own … Continue reading
Make the Library Fun Again Let’s face it – library tours and brief orientation “lectures” are dull, dull, dull. Try something new, Library Scavenger Hunt. The entertainment value of a scavenger hunt also serves three purposes: introduces the public to … Continue reading
TED talks everyone involved in Libraries should watch These TED Talks on Libraries are both informative and inspiring. Everyone involved in Libraries should watch them. Please take a few minutes to watch these Library TED Talks Architect Joshua Prince-Ramus takes … Continue reading
Coolest Libraries in the World Libraries that are Overwhelming List of the most unique, coolest and fun looking libraries. The Library of Trinity College Dublin serves Trinity College and the University of Dublin. It is the largest library in Ireland … Continue reading
TEDx talk Chrystie Hill – Libraries Present and Future Chrystie Hill works with libraries around the world and shares her knowledge to help make libraries great places in this must see video. Chrystie Hill is a librarian, writer, and community-builder. … Continue reading
Promotion Facebook Engagement How to engage Facebook Fans for your community Museum or Library. The following tips will help you engage Facebook Fans for your community Museum or Library. Quiz Your Fans To learn about fans of a Museum or … Continue reading
Library of the Future In the 21st century the libraries face many challenges. People are moving away from the printed page to digital screens for information and communication. How is the library to keep up? Library leaders are adapting to … Continue reading
Pam Sandlian Smith – What to expect from libraries in the 21st century Why do we still need libraries? What do we need from libraries in the 21st century? In the below TED Talk Pam Sandlian Smith from Anythink Libraries … Continue reading
Patience and Fortitude – The Library Lions Patience and Fortitude are the two most famous lions in the US. They are the pair of marble lions that guard the New York Public Library, and were given their names by Mayor … Continue reading
The launch of Kindle Unlimited has many questioning the value of public libraries, with one pundit on Forbes even going so far as to proclaim that the U.K. could save money by shuttering all its libraries and replacing them with … Continue reading