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I love my library (lemmy.cafe)

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Just a love letter to my local library. ❤️

My library has been holding all sorts of events for kids through the summer. It's one of my favorite things. My kid and I have gotten so much enjoyment out of the library. I've never felt the need to buy new books or movies when I could borrow them first. My kid gets free lunch after weekly storytime. It's the best.

I love seeing other kids have fun there too. Having a third place and being part of a local community has helped so much in curbing my past shopping problem. I didn't need material things to fill the void. What I really needed was human connection and more time for friends.

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 years ago

Oh, we're doing love letters to libraries? I got one.

I don't much go to libraries anymore. But as a kid, when life was unfairly challenging both at home and school, the local library were where I always felt safe and sheltered. And the librarians the most helpful and patient people. And sometimes random people who are willing to talk. Or leave me alone if I needed. I don't think I would have survived without the library. I doubt I'm the only one.