To a bibliophile, no aroma is sweeter than that of a library. It’s a place to sit, learn, reflect, and repose. But if you visit these stunning repositories of knowledge, don’t leave your... Read more >>

At the risk of sounding like my son and most of my students, I didn’t mean to. It was an innocent-enough trip to our local library. I had patiently (well, almost) waited through my day of... Read more >>

Today my daughter, Bailey, got her first library card! I got a bit weepy, as I have such a deep respect and appreciation for libraries and a great love for books. It was a tender rite of passage to... Read more >>

When I was a little girl, my mother would dress me in my finest clothes every Sunday. These cream chiffon puffs usually consisted of the most uncomfortable, itchy material imaginable, especially in... Read more >>

I have been working as a Legal Assistant since 1972, and it’s a very good job. The responsibilities are great, and there are many deadlines involved doing Legal Assistant work. Nothing is... Read more >>

The lure of electronics for young children is strong: lots of flash, motion, sound, and color. Screens and toys can be hypnotic. But books go deeper; they engage the mind and imagination.... Read more >>

I wish I knew what books my mom read—or if she read books. Actually I know she read Antiques Guides, but that was work and hobby-related. And, she read newspapers and magazines. But, I do not... Read more >>

If you are a voracious reader with a book collection to prove it, then it’s time to create a retreat within your home where you can unplug from the daily grind, and decompress and relax among... Read more >>

“This is my son Mark,” the woman said to me. “He wants to volunteer at your library. Please give him a chance.” She touched Mark’s arm, and he looked up at me. A... Read more >>

Special library is a legitimate term for libraries that are dedicated to specific topics. I worked in a special library at an agricultural experiment station many years ago. The word... Read more >>