Category Archives: public libraries
What percent of our taxes go to public libraries?
I’m doing a persuasive essay on mandatory community service and somehow the question of taxes popped up. There’s no simple answer, I’m afraid. If you’re in the US, the source of public library funding is going to vary from municipality … Continue reading
Should congress limit access to the internet in public libraries?
Can and should the congress do that? what are some pros and cons. Are there any soulitions? I understand why some people think it’s not congress Business but the goverment funds most of the public libraries. No, for a number … Continue reading
Public libraries in Cairo, Egypt. Where & How to get there?
okay, I am a foreign student currently studying in Egypt, i would like to know any public libraries in Cairo, apart from those universities’ libraries. The ones you can go in and browse books for free and read or borrow … Continue reading
Where is/are the best public libraries in the San Antonio Metropolitan area?
Looking for wide selection of books, topics, etc. Must have easy internet access for both Macs and PCs. Child and family friendly. Is dedicated to the Library environment of reading, learning, research etc. Not looking for a place where parents … Continue reading
Who approves funds for public libraries in Miami-Dade county, Florida?
I do need to know in order to make some suggestions. I would really appreciate whatever information you can give me. The governor
Do any San Diego public libraries display art that is for sale?
I recently made an aluminum bookshelf, and I’m interested in selling it as an art piece. (its quite the shelf!) A relative suggested that I take it to a certain library downtown that displays artwork along with its price tag … Continue reading
Do you feel that the Internet will eventually replace the old book style Public Libraries?
It appears as though it is shutting down the news papers and US Mail. I hope not. And I hope digital books don’t replace the real McCoy either. I love libraries and frequent them, and I also love the rare … Continue reading
How do public libraries transfer books, movies, and other things??
If you put a hold on a book, one that is in another library, how does that book get to your local library? Is there a library truck or something? Or does it go through mail? just curious// It depends … Continue reading
Do you think public libraries are a thing of the past?
Do we really need them anymore? Does anyone even use them anymore? Are they at all relevant, or are they relics? I’m actually a volunteer at a library and I know a lot of my colleagues feel as if a … Continue reading
How do public libraries get funded?
The books are free – so where do they get their revenue from? Taxes and book sales. As well as overdue fines and the money you pay for media items, like movies.