Category Archives: Libraries

New York Public Library and Hurricane Sandy

On her blog yesterday, Diane Ravitch shared an email from Tony Marx, the new head of the New York Public Library. In his email, he wrote: I am here at Mid-Manhattan [a major branch library] which like 61 branches is … Continue reading

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Before You Board, How About Downloading an eBook?

Traverse Area District Library has a fabulous sign in the Cherry Capital airport. Take a look:

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Little Free Libraries

Have you heard of the Little Free Library movement? Little boxes people place outside their homes or workplaces with books that passers-by can borrow? There’s something about this project that warms my heart and reminds me of the power of … Continue reading

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