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Just a love letter to my local library. ❤️

My library has been holding all sorts of events for kids through the summer. It's one of my favorite things. My kid and I have gotten so much enjoyment out of the library. I've never felt the need to buy new books or movies when I could borrow them first. My kid gets free lunch after weekly storytime. It's the best.

I love seeing other kids have fun there too. Having a third place and being part of a local community has helped so much in curbing my past shopping problem. I didn't need material things to fill the void. What I really needed was human connection and more time for friends.

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[–] cfenollosa@lemmy.sdf.org 1 points 1 year ago

Like most people I stopped using libraries in the early 2000s with the advent of the internet. And up until recently I still used to buy or download books I wanted to read. But I've rediscovered local libraries and they're awesome. Since almost nobody uses them they have increased lending limits and most books are always available. You can basically enter the library with a box and fill it with books to take home and read. They now recognize me at the front desk and it's awesome.

[–] inasaba@lemmy.ml 1 points 1 year ago

Libraries are one of the only places left where we can go and not be expected to spend any money. They're amazing, and should be used to the fullest and defended when threatened.

Some places also offer free or reduced admission with a library card, like museums and botanical gardens. Worth looking into!