"Let's work on dispelling the myth that libraries exist solely as book repositories...Libraries provide the space, programming, and tools to aid early literacy and youth development; help people find and apply for jobs; preserve culture; serve as safe spaces for LGBTQ youth; give students an alternative to McDonald's for studying; English language practice, yoga classes, fencing demonstrations, radio shows...And yeah, you can borrow things. Like books. And music. And movies. And tools and tech and dogs and musical instruments."- Jei D. Marcade, "Libraries: Slashing Throats and Cutting Purses" (via)
