Libraries as social hubs

    Libraries are meat to be social hubs, where people can get together and read, or even do different activities. Libraries are not mean to just to be places to read, they are meant to be places where you can gather with your friends and do arts and crafts, chat quietly, or many other programs that the library may be putting on at that time. Libraries now a days are becoming spots, where they are trying their best to spear head different programs to encourage patrons to come in and experience the library. For example, at the Rancho Santa Fe Branch, there are different programs such as "Love on a Leash", the book clubs, the puppet shows for the kids, the arts and crafts for both kids and adults alike. For more information on what programs the San Diego County Library branches offer, please visit www.sdcl.org. According to the article "Creating shared campus experiences: the library as culture club", "Librarians can also selectively introduce culture to their user group, for instance, via storytimes for children, readings, curation of gallery space, and many other activities that make them partners in creating a social narrative" (Academic Search Premier). Not only can the library be used for programs and reading, it can also be used for your future. According to the article, "Future of Libraries",
                 As economic pressures wrought by the recession continue to squeeze millions of Americans, they are turning increasingly to the nation's libraries for help. Many are taking advantage of computer workstations to hunt for jobs and polish their résumés. Those who can no longer afford to buy DVDs or books are now borrowing them from the library. (CQ Researcher).



Please watch the above video to find out why libraries are such special and wonderful places to interact and be social.