The Open Book: The Blog of the Friends of the Cambridge Public Library: How many different libraries do you use?

Sunday, February 3, 2013

How many different libraries do you use?

The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) is exploring new ideas for resource sharing among libraries.

Sparked by data showing that eBook borrowing at Massachusetts libraries tripled in a single year, the MBLC is considering new ways to keep eBooks and other library resources free and accessible among all the state's libraries, including the potential of a statewide library card.

MBLC is seeking input from library users about a statewide library card to offer expanded access to more library resources across communities. Complete this short survey and tell them what you think about a "Massachusetts Library Card".

Visit MBLC for more information on the Statewide Resource Sharing plan.

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9/3/14 - Dr. James Collins explains the physical mechanisms of balance that most of us take for granted; 6:30pm, Main Library Lecture Hall

9/10/14 - Meet Lorenz J. Finison, author of Boston's Cycling Craze, 1880-1900, A Story of Race, Sport, and Society: How Cyclists of All Backgrounds made Boston a Hub of Nineteenth-century Bicycling; 6:30pm, Main Library Lecture Hall

9/15/14 - Join leading children's literature historian Leonard Marcus on the evening of Robert McCloskey's 100th birthday to explore the art of the picture book and the fascinating legacy of the beloved children's author and illustrator; 7pm, Main Library Children's Room

9/18/14 - The Fierce Reads Tour returns to the Teen Room. Meet authors Ann Aguirre (Mortal Danger), Caragh O'Brien (The Vault of Dreamers), and Marie Rutkoski (The Winner's Curse); 7pm, Main Library Teen Room

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