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Originally Posted by Sparrow
In the UK, a lot of local libraries are repositories of local history (and other specialised) collections. It's hard to see where the funding to Internetize all this data is going to come from - so, if the library goes, all that information could be lost too.
Personally, I still frequent my local branch libraries, and the mobile library that visits my village. I haven't read a book from them for months, but I like to do my bit to keep their lending figures up.  |
I still enjoy going to the library -- it is just nice to get out of the house, and mix with others in my local community. It makes me feel connected. Perhaps libraries should start experimenting with more community discussions, ect. There are many services they can provide, beyond just storing books.