The Plainfield Public Library District is facing many of the same
issues that libraries across the country are facing today: a perception that
public libraries are irrelevant, just warehouses for books. However, the role
of the public library is evolving, not becoming irrelevant, as shown in Libraries are Dying? Think Again on CNN today. A strong library is
able to not only withstand change, but thrive within it. The internet was seen
as a threat to libraries, but people are learning that getting thousands of
results for a search was not as useful (or quick!) as having a professional
sort through that information to provide needed answers. The library’s role as
a gathering and collaboration space has grown as people seek connection to the
community beyond home and work. Embracing this evolving role requires looking
at things differently and getting people to experience the reality of today’s library.
Celebrate National Library Week with us and experience how we can connect you to information, to fun and to your community!
