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Why Hobbyists and Professionals Alike Head to Berkeley’s Tool Lending Library

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Books, movies, and games aren’t the only items on loan at the Berkeley Public Library (BPL)—since 1979, the system has also supplied local residents with all manner of tools. At Berkeley’s Tool Lending Library, any city resident or property owner over 18 can check out thousands of free tools, ranging from hammers and wrenches to …

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Americans Go to Libraries More Than Movie Theaters, Concerts, or Museums

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If you stop by your library on a monthly basis, you’re in good company! A new Gallup poll shows that the average American visits the library ten times a year—more than they go to movie theaters, live sporting events, concerts, or museums. The study found that libraries are especially popular among younger adults aged 18 …

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Valentines for Library-Lovers

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Valentine’s Day is almost here—and what better way to celebrate than by spreading your love of libraries? Whether your feelings are romantic or platonic, surprise the bibliophile or librarian in your life with one of these library-themed Valentines. Feel free to share on social media or print them out to share with your loved ones …

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Harrison Ford: Find epic stories at your library!

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“Call of the Wild” star Harrison Ford highlights how libraries are full of adventure. Libraries offer free programs, materials and resources that transform lives. Library professionals, please visit the American Library Association website to download and share the PSA. Learn more about how libraries benefit communities Want to learn more about how today’s libraries engage and …

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‘Empathy Centers’: Chanel Miller on Libraries

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Chanel Miller, author of Know My Name, joined library workers from across the country at the American Library Association’s 2020 Midwinter Meeting, where she spoke about activism, literature, and her love of libraries, which she described as “places of unquestioned peace.” In addition to sharing inspiring remarks with attendees, she also created a comic about her …

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Milo Ventimiglia: Libraries are powerful

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Actor Ken Jeong from the new film “Wonder Park” supports libraries with a new video Public Service Announcement highlighting the magic of libraries. Libraries offer audiobooks, games and technology that transform lives and communities. Library professionals, please visit the American Library Association website to download and share the PSA. Learn more about how libraries benefit communities Want …

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Justice Smith: Catch ‘em all at your library!

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“Pokémon Detective Pikachu” star Justice Smith highlights the opportunities for magic and adventure at your local library. Libraries offer books, games, and technology that transform lives and communities. Library professionals, please visit the American Library Association website to download and share the PSA. Learn more about how libraries benefit communities Want to learn more about how today’s …

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Ken Jeong: Find something wonderful at your library!

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Actor Ken Jeong from the new film “Wonder Park” supports libraries with a new video Public Service Announcement highlighting the magic of libraries. Libraries offer audiobooks, games and technology that transform lives and communities. Library professionals, please visit the American Library Association website to download and share the PSA. Discover fascinating facts about libraries Check out …

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