50 points herbertl 3 days ago 7 comments

ionwake 3 days ago | parent

I liked the article. Everytime I discoered a unique place I want to tell the world about it and then I realize that could ruin it so I dont.

Its ironic

Molitor5901 43 minutes ago | parent

It would be interesting if libraries also operated, say, cafes. Rules apply of course, but it might create a job and add something extra to a library.

ktallett 42 minutes ago | parent

Japan already has a range of cafes that let you read books, manga, or listen to music

UncleOxidant 39 minutes ago | parent

There's a library in the neighboring suburb that has a little cafe in the lobby.

akman 28 minutes ago | parent

As the author noted, I see libraries becoming more and more centers of community in the Bay Area (California, USA). Just check out the events at all of the Santa Clara County library system (8 libraries that share books): https://sccl.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?_gl=1*11u0hec*_ga*M...

Many events aren't even book related-- see events for Lego building, homework help, even Dungeons and Dragons events.

I wonder if there's a resurgence across the world where libraries are places of community sharing.

carabiner 22 minutes ago | parent

In Seattle they're mostly homeless shelters.

popalchemist 13 minutes ago | parent

In LA, it's about 50/50. But in case you aren't aware, this is one of the purposes of libraries.