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THE RED HOOK LIBRARY

I truly believe that  a community is not complete without a library.  I remember a time in my life when going to the library or bookstore then staying up late to read was what I considered as fun.

Today I am just like everyone, life is hectic and  because of the Internet not too many people now see the inside of a library. 

Recently my son-in-law has been going to the library very frequently.  You might be asking why a twenty- something would find the library so valuable.

Today's library no longer requires you to go through the catalog cards to find the book you are looking for.  These days you join the library get a login and from the comfort of your home can search for items of interest.

Back to why the  twenty-something would be so involved with the library.  Well, today's libraries offer books on cds, music and movies.  It doesn't matter if the book or movie is not in your local library all you have to do is to make your request and the item will be delivered to your local library.

In the Mid-Hudson Valley we are truly grateful for the Mid-Hudson Library system that is in place.  New York residents can also borrow books and other material from the New York State's library.

So make a point to check out your local library, you might get a pleasant surprise.

 

 

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16 Comments on Today's Library is not your Grandparents Library

JAN
08
2008
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My mother became a librarian after she raised her family but we were all filled with a love of books growing up.  Granted things have changed but the fascination with the stories, in their many forms, has not.  My 20 year old daughter and her friend spent hours of Christmas break on library.com where they listed all the books they own and divided them into genres.  I'm looking forward to the system you describe arriving in our little town.  The library is under expansion right now.  It could be on its way!
1:19am • #1
Jennifer - Great post!  That's a beautiful photo of your library.  We are very fortunate to have a great library system in place.
3:42am • #2
Jennifer, I have a TON of books on my bookshelf, but I haven't been to a public library in a long, long time.  Thanks for reminding me that libraries have changed.
5:58am • #3
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I use the library at home too, Jennifer. Pick out my book or movie and go get it. I love it, never did like the card system. Aren't you glad it is easier to find books? My library also can get me any book I want if they don't have it and call me or email when it is there.
6:15am • #4
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Local libraries still serve an important role. Some people still do not own a computer or do not have an Internet connection at home. Having a local library is invaluable for those individuals. 
6:49am • #5
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Nice photos on these Local info posts. Are you doing interior photo's and additional info and links as well on another blog or in your web page?
9:06am • #6
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Jennifer, we are in a world of constant change, and even old institutions like libraries are nothing like they were in the past.  Change is good but sometimes I wonder if we are not losing something in all the change, especially when it comes to institutions like libraries.
1:37pm • #7
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We are lucky to have such a great library syste in Dutchess.  My children love it!
2:42pm • #8
Our library now allows for self check-out, with everything so computerized...where's the librarian?
2:48pm • #9
JAN
09
2008
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Susan - I loved books so much that I did work in a library for a year and seriously thought about library science as a career.  I too hope you will soo have a sytem in place like the one I described.

Joseph - I just love the Red Hook library, the building really gets your attention.  I am really glad we have a great system in place.

Dan - I have been so busy I too forgot until I saw what fun my son-in-law was having.

Missy - We live in such a busy society it is great we can now go online and make our selection.
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Derrick - Great point, some still don't have computers and the library does provide this access to the community.

Herb - Inside shots is something I am not alway comfortable with.  If I can get shots without people yes I might include inside pictures.

George - To remain relevant libraries are forced to adapt to changes.  Our society is now so fast pace that it is important that the online access I describe is available.  People should keep in mind that for some types of research it is best to go to the library.  I found this to be true when I was recently researching an old home, no information online but I found terrific information in a couple really old books.

Jeffrey- Yes we have a terrifc system and the appeal to children was a consideration.

Naoma - I agree with you.  What's a library without a librarian?
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Hi Jennifer,
Some of my fondest childhood memories are of trips to the library to pick up books.  It was so exciting.  You are right today's library offers more treasure, like books on CD.  I love books on CD when driving a long distance.
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Jennifer, I grew up in libraries visiting them quite often. They do offer a lot more now than they used to. I keep hearing rumors about libraries closing. I hope it is not true. A computer can not replace having a book in your hands,
12:41pm • #13
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I still love books. There is something about the look and feel of a book that gives me pleasure.
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Jennifer, I love libraries and visit them often.  Since we have moved here 11 years ago we have had THREE new libraries open up.  I have visited all of them.  At the moment I have quite a bit of reading material but I am sure I will be visiting our local library when I finish this crop of books.  Both of my young adult children are big readers also so they keep giving me books to read also.  It is good that we all love the same kind of books.  I wonder how that happened (lol).
7:59pm • #15
JAN
11
2008
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Nice post.  Here in the Twin Cities area, they have been closing down libraries - which is such a shame.  We recently combined two systems and were able to reopen two of the closed libraries.

I think free public libraries are essential to our democracy.  After all, if Abraham Lincoln did not have access to a public library, he never would have become a lawyer, and would have never become President.  Can you imagine what a different path history might have taken?

Support your local library today!

 

 
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