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Does Anyone Go to the LIbrary Anymore?

sunala — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 20:33:50 GMT

I can't remember the last time I was at the library for a book. I do go occasionally to get a movie, but never books.

I got my Kindle about 3 years ago (I'm guessing) and I think I've maybe taken out 2 or 3 books since then because it wasn't available on Kindle and I really wanted to read it.

I've always loved my library; actually I've always loved all my libraries from the time I was about 5 and got my first library card. It's always been one of my favorite places to look for books, and to sit and read.

However, once the libraries began to get videos, DVD's CD's, and other multimedia items, the thrill was gone. People came in without knowing what "library manners" were, talking loud, laughing, and allowing their kids to behave like badly-trained animals.

Again, the thrill is gone. How about you?

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scatcat — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 20:39:49 GMT

All the time. No kindle for me - I love holding a hardcover book. We have a great library in town.

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nana59 — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 20:47:57 GMT

My husband...all the time! And while he's there he sits for awhile to work on a jigsaw puzzle that's always set up! Yup--it's official--he's a senior!!

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QVCkitty1 — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 20:50:06 GMT

After I retired I got my kindle and I never looked back. I have donated many of my books to the library for their annual sales, but I love having all of the books that I want, without trying to find room for them. I loved the library in my younger days, and I still volunteer my time.📚📚

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Peaches McPhee — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 20:57:30 GMT

I know someone who works part-time in the library, and she says it is always crowded. She reports lots of people go for the free wifi, as well as the normal book/movie traffic.

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Lovemyboots — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:00:06 GMT

I still love going to the library. Our town has a beautiful library with lots of area's where you can sit & read & have these big floor to ceiling windows that overlook the mountains! Beautiful view & so peaceful. We have the kids area on the bottom floor kind of by itself so the kids can go in there & play & read without bothering others. Which I love. The people here are wonderful about helping you if you need it. I have an ipad & I read a few books that way but I too still love having the feel of the book in my hand. My husband & I both going to the library!

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IlliniGirl88 — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:03:50 GMT

I recently went to our library and will probably never go back. The place is very nice, but people were asleep, others talking, and the one book I went for had missing pages. I turned it into the front desk, left and ordered the book.

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proudlyfromNJ — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:08:09 GMT

Yes, in fact, I was there today. I read a lot of books so I don't buy anymore. I don't want to keep them either. Been there done that. My library is pretty active and most of the people have pretty good manners. Only thing I don't like is that some people who borrow books are pretty disgusting. I wipe down the outside with a wet one, but some of the pages are revolting.

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AndiCat — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:16:02 GMT

I love going to the library and go at least once a week. Sometimes I put new releases on hold for both the kindle and hardback and the book comes in first. I have a kindle and use that primarily but we have some great libraries here so I just go and sit and read in the quiet or browse for new authors.

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mollybgood — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:26:21 GMT

I pick up audiobooks (that I request at the MA online site) at the library every week. I use their digital services (OverDrive & axis360) for downloads all the time.

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software — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:23:18 GMT

I sill love the library, it has Wi-Fi, nice chairs, and tables & chairs. Good variety. I'll read a book or part of a book before ordering a book. I used to love to go to the bookstore but all the one's around me took out their chairs & benches. I'm not in excellent health and can't shop for long, so they lost my business.

I go to the library during the day when kids are in school and I've never seen any rude people. But I'm in the South, most people are just overly polite anyway.

@sunala

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proudlyfromNJ — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:24:52 GMT

@mollybgood wrote:
I pick up audiobooks (that I request at its online site) at the library every week. I use their digital services (OverDrive & axis360) for downloads all the time.

I have the OverDrive app, it's been a long time since I tried to figure it out. I should try again. Can't remember what the problem was.

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Janey2 — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:25:27 GMT

I go at least once a week. I reserve books online and they are waiting for me. That's service!

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insomniac2 — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 12:34:21 GMT

There are three libraries I go to all the time. One is ensconced in a neighborhood (what a plus for people who live nearby!)--that's where I volunteer. Another is in a very old building shaped like a castle (that's where the classics book club meets), and the third is a large library about a half hour away (their selection is wonderful).

I don't mind the presence of videos and CDs because I check them out as well. All three places have computers that are in constant use--a real boon for those who don't own their own.

I have a Nook, but I'd rather not spend so much money on books I might not like.

I also want to add that, although I live in a rather impoverished city, my in-town libraries provide both areas of activities and areas of peace.

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IMW — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:29:06 GMT

I use the library online on my kindle or iPad. We have kindle, overdrive, cloud library. Books that are not available online I go to library for. I have an excellent library, although not pretty, and very crowded it has almost all the books I want in its system. Terrific online services,

extensive hours 7 days a week.

I am a voracious reader, since retiring I read 3-4 books a week, too many to buy and I don't want to keep books- too much clutter.

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AuntG — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:30:52 GMT

Weekly. I reserve a lot of audiobooks. Also, cookbooks interest me so I can browse through them and copy down the few recipes that appeal to me.

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mollybgood — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:31:41 GMT

@proudlyfromNJ wrote:
@mollybgood wrote:
I pick up audiobooks (that I request at its online site) at the library every week. I use their digital services (OverDrive & axis360) for downloads all the time.
I have the OverDrive app, it's been a long time since I tried to figure it out. I should try again. Can't remember what the problem was.

@proudlyfromNJ

You should probably delete the old, outdated app and start fresh with the most recent version.

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Catty2 — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:34:41 GMT

I go all the time. Right now my computer is having problems so I've been using the computers at the library. Luckily, I have a city library and a county library fairly close. Since I love to read I also request books if there is a waiting list. Love my libraries!

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DiAnne — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:35:26 GMT

I go to the library once a week. I order books and DVD's on line and they are waiting for me. I walk to the library after yoga class.

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Alsee — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 21:36:21 GMT

Yes, Our new library is a beautiful building. There are excellent chidrens' programs daily, as well as adult lectures, films, etc. Also, several book clubs meet there on a monthly basis.

Our library offers so much more than books. I'm sure more people go there for all the other programs instead.