The services like renting power tools is amazing, or free tickets to museums and stuff.
I loved the Last Week Tonight segment about it, and not just the taxidermy parts 😁
I’ve moved around in the last year and literally registered for library cards in two cities earlier this week thinking of this post. Nice to know it’s still making the rounds
literally registered for library cards
How else does one register if not in a literal sense? #learnOtherAdverbs
I literally registered this last week as opposed to a figurative last week meant to represent the close past.
#ReadingComprehension
They provide services to ALL people. So tired of reading that only the poor use the library. My kids are always begging to be taken there to get books and do activities. We just used the color printer/copier at ours the other day and the first 3 copies were free. Libraries are an amazing community resource for EVERYONE.
The three big branches around me have well stocked maker spaces. I see young classes in there all the time.
Some have seed selections for gardeners. Many assist with tax preparation. I’ve heard of a few who lend music equipment (think mixers, PAs, synths) for musicians who can’t justify going all in getting their own gear.
Libraries are fucking rad.
I use my libary card to download and read free ebooks on my Kobo all the time. Absolutely love it.
The Los Angeles Public Library offers:
- Free Museums tickets
- Free Zoo tickets (LA city residence only)
- Free state park passes
- You can borrow laptop, tablet, or even portable a Wi-Fi hotspot
- Free education software (Mango and Linkedin Learning)
- Free Comics, Music, Magazines, and Movies
- Free and cheap 3D printing
Obviously not every library offers all this, but check in with your local branch, and you might be pleasantly surprised.
