Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Library

As we’ve all heard by now, bookstore giant Borders will be closing their doors in the very near future. A recent article in the Philadelphia Inquirer eulogized the chain and bemoaned the loss of a place to relax, read and connect with friends. However, the staff of the wishes to take this opportunity to remind readers that the library truly offers something to meet the needs and interests of everyone, and the things you enjoy most about your local bookstore, and more, can be done at your public library. In that spirit, we offer this list of “Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Visit the Library.”

10. Air conditioning.

9. Summer reading programs for children, teens and adults. With prizes!

8. “Book group in a bag”: Ready-to-go kits for your book group. Each kit contains 10 copies of a title, printed discussion questions, author information, and suggestions for similar books. There are 40 titles to choose from.

7. A large collection of current general interest periodicals.

6. Sixteen Internet terminals, with Microsoft Office and color laser printing.

5. Free Wi-Fi.

4. A great staff that can help you find that next great read.

3. Over 30 research databases available to you both from home and in the library.

2. Downloadable audiobooks and e-books for that Nook, iPad or iPod you got for Christmas.

And the number 1 reason you should come to the library: 

It’s all free!!