Thursday, December 11, 2008

Library Usage Up During Recession

NBC News reported on the uptick in library usage during this economic recession. Click here to watch the video. The report notes that ironically tough times also bring library funding cuts. As people increasingly turn to libraries for free bestsellers and DVD's, internet connections, job support groups, movie nights, and programs for children and adults, library hours and in some cases, branches are cut in Philadelphia and other hard-hit towns and cities.

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