A library is not strictly a building full of books to borrow- it is much, much more!
All around the world librarians and local councils are ensuring they keep up with the modern world by offering fun and interesting things alongside the books.
From a calculation of your savings, to emergency bubble wrap for times of stress- and everything in between- here is a list of ten things you wish your local library has!
1. This important public service
2. For those private reading moments
3. For students who are studying something particularly taxing
4. For when your book club can’t decide on the next title…
5. Straight up living in the future right here!
6. Convenient and cultured!
7. For everyone’s comfort and convenience…
8. I wonder how much money I have saved so far?
9. Honestly every place should have spare blankets!
10. How cute is this?!
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