Do You Still Utilize Your Local Public Library?

[Sam Gamgee]

Big fan of the local library system, and one who believes this is something our tax dollars actually get right.

These days I mostly use their online services for audiobooks and even movies. Endless options and all free of charge.

In our area there is a program that allows a person to get access to every library in the state, including the use of local universities and even seminaries. Lots of options and ways to educate and entertain oneself for no money.

Our local libraries even put on plays, concerts, etc. throughout the year.

 

[cosmicfolklore]

Not since my kids have grown and graduated. They aren't very fond of my pipe.

 

[carlomarx]

yes

 

[fireground_piper]

I don’t currently have a need for it, but I’m glad it exists and they seem to be very activate in the community.

County wide system, lots of events, etc. which is good for those who do. Occasionally if I’m trying to find a very specific book that I can’t find to buy, or listen to, I will search their online catalog.

 

[Flatfish]

Yes. But I think I have read every book in there that is worth reading.

 

[MattRVA]

I’ve been meaning to get over to the library and possibly look into some of their free classes etc. I love the library but haven’t been recently unfortunately.

 

[PA Piper Mike]

I do, but not in the typical sense. One of the libraries around me has a semi-annual book sale on a wide collection of books and dvds. I've managed to score some nice hardcover books on some sets I enjoy reading.

 

[C.S. Smoke]

my wife and I are mid twenties and we just got our cards last weekend. Checked out a book of Lord Byron’s poetry.

 

[olkofri]

No.

 

[hikeoflife]

I haven't used it in about 5 years. I just got into the convenience of Amazon. I need to start back up. Thanks for the reminder.

 

[AroEnglish]

I use it to borrow ebooks for my kindle and dvds. I also borrow tons of books for my kids which they love.

 

[scloyd]

I don't use our library, but I did donate a box of DVDs a few years ago.

 

[Scottmi]

Yes, regularly. Use interlibrary loan often for books not local, and our library is very responsive to purchasing new books for collection. Lifelong fan of public libraries.

 

[RookieGuy80]

Weekly. Both for paper based read-a-majigs and online. My wife is a bookworm, the three older kids like to read, and the youngest is just learning. The local library let's us all pursue this enrichment and enjoy dinner at the same time.

 

[jerry]

I am a grateful patron of my lovely local small-town library. I can order books from any Massachusetts library on line, and have them delivered. No charge. A tremendous perk for me ... I read a lot of books!

 

[daveinlax]

Yes!

 

[mortonbriar]

Yes. with my wife and kids all having cards we have up to 100 library books in the house at a time!

 

[davidy97]

I download 4-5 audiobooks a month from the library to listen on my drive to work. Haven't paid for an audiobook in years. Listening to Papillon this week.

 

[bullet08]

I haven't been to one in a long time. My library card is as old as a Happy Days episode of when Fronzie got his.

 

[georged]