It seems like these days, almost everyone is debating the purpose of libraries and printed books... and lots of libraries are facing budget cuts... in light of this, have you heard the online sound publication titled Who Needs Libraries? You can listen to it at http://www.soundprint.org/radio/display_show/ID/629/name/Who+needs+libraries The ...

Awhile back, I read a blog post at http://librarianinblack.typepad.com/librarianinblack/2007/12/a-treatise-on-t.html that talked about charging patrons for materials they place on hold. I must admit I had never heard of charging patrons for items on hold. For example, if you call your library and ask to request a specific item (such as a popular ...

Are you familiar with the National Literary Society of the Deaf? Their website at http://www.folda.net/nlsd/index.htm states they promote ''deaf culture, books, and literacy through programs and exhibits, particularly at public libraries.'' You can learn more about the organization at http://www.folda.net/nlsd/about.htm, which states, ''NLSD has ...