October 5, 2010 SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries

October 5, 2010

SNAPSHOT DAYOne Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries

SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library

Relaxation at the library cafe

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School Library

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SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries

"Although it's a small library, you can get me almost anything

through ILL from anywhere in the country."

Nancy Elizabeth Nimmich, patron of

Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County.

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Homework help through the library database

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‘Never Too Early’ to enjoy the library


“When I became unemployed, I couldn’t even begin my job search without the assistance of the Norrisville Library. From helping me

set up an email account to providing computer access to sharing their

experiences with online classes, the library has given me both moral and practical support,” patron of the Harford County

Public Library.


Community meetings at the library




“One of my first memories was going to the library with my mom. We took out Thumbelina and on the way home stopped to look at the beautiful pictures while she read to me. Ever since, the library has been a refuge for me. A

safe place. A quiet place. Some where to read. To get information. To bring my children. To be

alone and still be with people. I love the library and all that it offers.“

Perry W., patron of Charles

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Play areas for young children encourage school readiness


A quiet place to read



I work at a day care center and am sent over here frequently. I am asked to pick up 20-

30 books on a subject and I usually find what I’m looking for, with the help of the

staff, Robin, a patron of the Harford County Public Library.


Story time on the Raising Readers Rug



Early literacy computer station



Children’s Activity Centers


Story time with Ike Leggett


“The staff assisted me in earning my degree. I was computer challenged and they taught me computer skills, how to research and to use authoritative resources such as Ebsco

and other online databases available through the library’s website. “The library itself is fun

to visit, but it is the staff who were fundamental in assisting in getting my

degree and starting my small business.” – Lisa Wallace, patron of Caroline County Public

Library




Genealogy search

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Public LibraryTeen gaming


Young child using the self checkout


“I now have a collection of healthy meals for my

husband,” she says. “I’m happy to reporthe has lost over 30 pounds and his bloodsugar is in a healthy range. Thank you Caroline County Public Library!” Becky

Morean




Parade of strollers outside story time


Silver Reader Bookmobile serves seniors


"There are some conversation clubs and I can meet many people from many

countries. We can learn English here from good volunteers. We can share each

country's culture at the Conversation Clubs. If there are no conversation clubs, we have

no chance to practice English. I love libraries, especially Conversation Clubs."

D.P. Hong, Germantown, Maryland



Relaxing and working together


Dad and daughters visit story time


Pajama party story time

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"The valuable array of services that I receive as a long time Montgomery County

Resident. As a citizen, I see my tax dollars used so wisely by the library. I cherish my visits to Little Falls Library and respect the wisdom of the library staff. The Little Falls

Library serves as a testament to the best that Montgomery County has to offer." Laura Sauer, patron of Montgomery County

Public Libraries, Bethesda, Maryland


Guest reader, Charles Short


Maryland Library Association Quilt


A great place for tutoring


“A library is a welcoming place. When my husband and I moved to St. Michaels in 2003 the first stop we made was at the St. Michaels library. Getting my library card made me feel like a truly “bonafide “member of our new community. Libraries are the clearest example of all that is best in a community and the librarians set the standard for making everyone feel welcome.” Mary Robinson, Talbot County Free Library



Public use of computers is an all time high


Gathering books to read


Lap time with young children


I use this library because it is easily accessible for me and my handicapped

daughter. My daughter is currently taking courses and uses your reference books. It is easy to park and get into. Everybody is so friendly and helpful here – it is so relaxing, we’d love to bring in a cot and live here. Peggy Werner, patron of Harford County

Public Library

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Inter-library loan trucks carry materials to all parts of the state



‘Never Too Early’ to learn skills


Bookmobile brings library services to all ages


“I was without a car for nearly 8 months. I

live in Hurlock, but work overnights in Easton (10 p.m. – 8 a.m.) This library saved

my life during the long, hot summer of 2010! Incredibly friendly, welcoming and

extremely knowledgeable staff, plus GREAT air-conditioning! I spent an average of 4

hrs. a day here.” A patron of the Talbot County Free Library



Western Maryland Regional Library Database Advisory Board

SNAPSHOT DAYCorrectional Education Library


Relaxing and reading the newspaper


AskUsNow! answers the 300,000th question


Searching the web, applying for jobs


Reaching out to the whole community


Story time promotes the imagination of young children

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108,000 visitors:

Borrowing 160,000 items

Answering 25,000 questions, including workforce assistance

Researching databases 75,000 times!

Teaching 336 classes

Documents

October 5, 2010 SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries