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6 months ago · 1 min. reading time · ~10 ·

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The future of libraries

The future of libraries

It’s difficult to predict the exact future of libraries, as it will depend on a variety of factors, such as technological advancements, funding, and community needs. However, it is likely that libraries will continue to evolve and adapt to meet the changing needs of their communities.

One trend that has already started and is likely to continue is the use of technology to enhance and expand library services. This may include things like online catalogues and databases, e-book lending, and virtual programming and events. Libraries may also continue to focus on community-building and providing a space for people to gather, learn, and engage with one another.

Libraries and the internet are both about access and culture. Libraries provide access to a wide range of resources, including books, periodicals, books, newspapers, and databases, that allow people to learn about different subjects and cultures. The internet also provides access to a vast amount of information and cultural resources, including websites, online articles, videos, music, and more. Both libraries and the internet serve as important sources of information, education, and entertainment, and they both play a role in shaping and preserving cultural knowledge and understanding.

It’s also possible that libraries will continue to face challenges, such as budget cuts and competition from other sources of information and entertainment. However, the importance of libraries as community hubs and sources of knowledge and information is likely to remain, and it’s possible that libraries will find new and innovative ways to serve their communities in the future.

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Royce Shook

6 months ago #2

@John Rylance  You are so right, especially your last comment. When I was young the local library was to door to a new world. 

John Rylance

6 months ago #1

Good reasons to keep your local library open.

As the author Karin Slaughter says

 Libraries are the backbone of our education system.

Backed up by this from the former First Lady Laura Bush.

Libraries allow children to ask questions about the world and find answers. And the wonderful thing is once a child learns to use a library, the doors to learning are always open.

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