Personally, my safe space is a library.
When I am stressed? Go to the library!
When I am sad? Go to the library!
When I am happy? Go to the library!
Not everyone has the luxury of forming such a connection to their local library. The benefits for creating the library as a safe space for each person is extremely beneficial for patrons. When looking for connection, creativity or culture you can find it offered within the 4 walls and between the thousands of books.
The article "Libraries the community learning hub," at first describes how most people think libraries are perceived as outdated or not commonly visited. The is later debunked by the author going on to point out the different activities and options that libraries offer for a variety of patrons. A quote that stuck out to me from this article was "local and school libraries offer children an additional learning space to enhance their love for reading." The author really highlighted a factor that made me a reader as a child!
Creating a welcoming atmosphere for all patrons is such a huge reason why I am pursuing this career field. It is the library that brings people together, for reading, for individualism, for dancing, singing, art, knowledge. you name it!
At the end of the day the library is the very heart of your community.
Haynes, T. J. (2024). Libraries the Community Learning Hub. Knowledge Quest, 53(1), 38–41.
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