#libraryofthings — Public Fediverse posts
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#LibraryOfThings - #OnlineToolkit
"A Library of Things (LoT) is a community hub for sharing all kinds of stuff. LoTs follow the traditional mechanics of a library while pushing the boundaries of what can be borrowed: tools, instruments, camping gear, toys, kitchen gadgets, and more! They build community while providing a low-cost, #EnvironmentallyFriendly way to meet our material needs.
"There are roughly 2,000 formally established LoTs worldwide, as well as countless informal ones. Modern LoTs have been in operation since 1978, but informal resource sharing has always been an essential part of the human experience. Many of the largest LoTs in the US started to lend tools, but they can contain whatever items the community of members needs that can be shared safely and effectively.
"#Shareable has supported the development of several LoTs over the past decade. Projects have included an official advisory role to the former mayor of Seoul, South Korea, as they developed a pilot program with 32 lending libraries in apartment buildings, an inspiration and advisory role on the creation of #LaBOM, a three-story community center and #SharingHub in Montreuil, France, and the incubation of the #USToolLibraryAlliance.
"In 2022, we began a multi-year international research project into the current state of LoTs. Following the public release of our findings, we hosted a year-long Library of Things #CoLab and Fellowship and published a free, comprehensive Library of Things Toolkit."
Learn more:
https://www.shareable.net/programs/library-of-things/#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy
#SolarPunk #SharingEconomy #SharingResources #ToolLibraries #LibrariesOfThings -
#LibraryOfThings - #OnlineToolkit
"A Library of Things (LoT) is a community hub for sharing all kinds of stuff. LoTs follow the traditional mechanics of a library while pushing the boundaries of what can be borrowed: tools, instruments, camping gear, toys, kitchen gadgets, and more! They build community while providing a low-cost, #EnvironmentallyFriendly way to meet our material needs.
"There are roughly 2,000 formally established LoTs worldwide, as well as countless informal ones. Modern LoTs have been in operation since 1978, but informal resource sharing has always been an essential part of the human experience. Many of the largest LoTs in the US started to lend tools, but they can contain whatever items the community of members needs that can be shared safely and effectively.
"#Shareable has supported the development of several LoTs over the past decade. Projects have included an official advisory role to the former mayor of Seoul, South Korea, as they developed a pilot program with 32 lending libraries in apartment buildings, an inspiration and advisory role on the creation of #LaBOM, a three-story community center and #SharingHub in Montreuil, France, and the incubation of the #USToolLibraryAlliance.
"In 2022, we began a multi-year international research project into the current state of LoTs. Following the public release of our findings, we hosted a year-long Library of Things #CoLab and Fellowship and published a free, comprehensive Library of Things Toolkit."
Learn more:
https://www.shareable.net/programs/library-of-things/#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy
#SolarPunk #SharingEconomy #SharingResources #ToolLibraries #LibrariesOfThings -
#LibraryOfThings - #OnlineToolkit
"A Library of Things (LoT) is a community hub for sharing all kinds of stuff. LoTs follow the traditional mechanics of a library while pushing the boundaries of what can be borrowed: tools, instruments, camping gear, toys, kitchen gadgets, and more! They build community while providing a low-cost, #EnvironmentallyFriendly way to meet our material needs.
"There are roughly 2,000 formally established LoTs worldwide, as well as countless informal ones. Modern LoTs have been in operation since 1978, but informal resource sharing has always been an essential part of the human experience. Many of the largest LoTs in the US started to lend tools, but they can contain whatever items the community of members needs that can be shared safely and effectively.
"#Shareable has supported the development of several LoTs over the past decade. Projects have included an official advisory role to the former mayor of Seoul, South Korea, as they developed a pilot program with 32 lending libraries in apartment buildings, an inspiration and advisory role on the creation of #LaBOM, a three-story community center and #SharingHub in Montreuil, France, and the incubation of the #USToolLibraryAlliance.
"In 2022, we began a multi-year international research project into the current state of LoTs. Following the public release of our findings, we hosted a year-long Library of Things #CoLab and Fellowship and published a free, comprehensive Library of Things Toolkit."
Learn more:
https://www.shareable.net/programs/library-of-things/#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy
#SolarPunk #SharingEconomy #SharingResources #ToolLibraries #LibrariesOfThings -
#LibraryOfThings - #OnlineToolkit
"A Library of Things (LoT) is a community hub for sharing all kinds of stuff. LoTs follow the traditional mechanics of a library while pushing the boundaries of what can be borrowed: tools, instruments, camping gear, toys, kitchen gadgets, and more! They build community while providing a low-cost, #EnvironmentallyFriendly way to meet our material needs.
"There are roughly 2,000 formally established LoTs worldwide, as well as countless informal ones. Modern LoTs have been in operation since 1978, but informal resource sharing has always been an essential part of the human experience. Many of the largest LoTs in the US started to lend tools, but they can contain whatever items the community of members needs that can be shared safely and effectively.
"#Shareable has supported the development of several LoTs over the past decade. Projects have included an official advisory role to the former mayor of Seoul, South Korea, as they developed a pilot program with 32 lending libraries in apartment buildings, an inspiration and advisory role on the creation of #LaBOM, a three-story community center and #SharingHub in Montreuil, France, and the incubation of the #USToolLibraryAlliance.
"In 2022, we began a multi-year international research project into the current state of LoTs. Following the public release of our findings, we hosted a year-long Library of Things #CoLab and Fellowship and published a free, comprehensive Library of Things Toolkit."
Learn more:
https://www.shareable.net/programs/library-of-things/#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy
#SolarPunk #SharingEconomy #SharingResources #ToolLibraries #LibrariesOfThings -
#LibraryOfThings - #OnlineToolkit
"A Library of Things (LoT) is a community hub for sharing all kinds of stuff. LoTs follow the traditional mechanics of a library while pushing the boundaries of what can be borrowed: tools, instruments, camping gear, toys, kitchen gadgets, and more! They build community while providing a low-cost, #EnvironmentallyFriendly way to meet our material needs.
"There are roughly 2,000 formally established LoTs worldwide, as well as countless informal ones. Modern LoTs have been in operation since 1978, but informal resource sharing has always been an essential part of the human experience. Many of the largest LoTs in the US started to lend tools, but they can contain whatever items the community of members needs that can be shared safely and effectively.
"#Shareable has supported the development of several LoTs over the past decade. Projects have included an official advisory role to the former mayor of Seoul, South Korea, as they developed a pilot program with 32 lending libraries in apartment buildings, an inspiration and advisory role on the creation of #LaBOM, a three-story community center and #SharingHub in Montreuil, France, and the incubation of the #USToolLibraryAlliance.
"In 2022, we began a multi-year international research project into the current state of LoTs. Following the public release of our findings, we hosted a year-long Library of Things #CoLab and Fellowship and published a free, comprehensive Library of Things Toolkit."
Learn more:
https://www.shareable.net/programs/library-of-things/#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy
#SolarPunk #SharingEconomy #SharingResources #ToolLibraries #LibrariesOfThings -
View Online: #LibraryOfThings – A Critical Component of #Libraries as Access Points to a #Local, #Resilient, and #SustainableFuture
16 March 2026
"The recording of #20 in #IFLA’s #Environment, #Sustainability and Libraries Section’s webinar series is now available below via YouTube and the slides are available on SlideShare.
Libraries lending beyond books exist all over the world but beyond that, libraries can be a disaster resource center, they can lend tools and items to try out before making an investment, they can offer events on how to #repair items—along with the tools required to do so. They serve as places where intergenerational groups connect over yard games and art activities. #LibrariesOfThings provide access to a wide range of items from gear for adventures to essential wellbeing tools. This webinar will share how to plug into this rapidly growing and increasingly connected system of Libraries of Things, both inside and outside the traditional library world, and discover how they can help you meet your goals.
About the Speaker:
#HazelOnsrud is a public librarian at #CurtisMemorialLibrary, who works on community programming and collection development, including an extensive library of things focused on the Sustainable Development Goals. She serves on the international Library of Things Mutual Aid Group, the Advisory Board of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative and the Steering Team of MECollab. She enjoys collaborating with good humans around the globe and was named a 2024 Library Journal Mover and Shaker and a 2025 New York Times Changemaker. Prior to her work as public librarian, Hazel co-founded the #MaineToolLibrary and spent a bunch of time learning from graceful teachers. In her free time, she likes to create things, eat molés and design #Gardens. "#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #ReduceReuseRepair #LibrariesRule #ClimateAdaptation #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy #SolarPunk #Libraries #SharingEconomy #SharingResources
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View Online: #LibraryOfThings – A Critical Component of #Libraries as Access Points to a #Local, #Resilient, and #SustainableFuture
16 March 2026
"The recording of #20 in #IFLA’s #Environment, #Sustainability and Libraries Section’s webinar series is now available below via YouTube and the slides are available on SlideShare.
Libraries lending beyond books exist all over the world but beyond that, libraries can be a disaster resource center, they can lend tools and items to try out before making an investment, they can offer events on how to #repair items—along with the tools required to do so. They serve as places where intergenerational groups connect over yard games and art activities. #LibrariesOfThings provide access to a wide range of items from gear for adventures to essential wellbeing tools. This webinar will share how to plug into this rapidly growing and increasingly connected system of Libraries of Things, both inside and outside the traditional library world, and discover how they can help you meet your goals.
About the Speaker:
#HazelOnsrud is a public librarian at #CurtisMemorialLibrary, who works on community programming and collection development, including an extensive library of things focused on the Sustainable Development Goals. She serves on the international Library of Things Mutual Aid Group, the Advisory Board of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative and the Steering Team of MECollab. She enjoys collaborating with good humans around the globe and was named a 2024 Library Journal Mover and Shaker and a 2025 New York Times Changemaker. Prior to her work as public librarian, Hazel co-founded the #MaineToolLibrary and spent a bunch of time learning from graceful teachers. In her free time, she likes to create things, eat molés and design #Gardens. "#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #ReduceReuseRepair #LibrariesRule #ClimateAdaptation #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy #SolarPunk #Libraries #SharingEconomy #SharingResources
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View Online: #LibraryOfThings – A Critical Component of #Libraries as Access Points to a #Local, #Resilient, and #SustainableFuture
16 March 2026
"The recording of #20 in #IFLA’s #Environment, #Sustainability and Libraries Section’s webinar series is now available below via YouTube and the slides are available on SlideShare.
Libraries lending beyond books exist all over the world but beyond that, libraries can be a disaster resource center, they can lend tools and items to try out before making an investment, they can offer events on how to #repair items—along with the tools required to do so. They serve as places where intergenerational groups connect over yard games and art activities. #LibrariesOfThings provide access to a wide range of items from gear for adventures to essential wellbeing tools. This webinar will share how to plug into this rapidly growing and increasingly connected system of Libraries of Things, both inside and outside the traditional library world, and discover how they can help you meet your goals.
About the Speaker:
#HazelOnsrud is a public librarian at #CurtisMemorialLibrary, who works on community programming and collection development, including an extensive library of things focused on the Sustainable Development Goals. She serves on the international Library of Things Mutual Aid Group, the Advisory Board of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative and the Steering Team of MECollab. She enjoys collaborating with good humans around the globe and was named a 2024 Library Journal Mover and Shaker and a 2025 New York Times Changemaker. Prior to her work as public librarian, Hazel co-founded the #MaineToolLibrary and spent a bunch of time learning from graceful teachers. In her free time, she likes to create things, eat molés and design #Gardens. "#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #ReduceReuseRepair #LibrariesRule #ClimateAdaptation #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy #SolarPunk #Libraries #SharingEconomy #SharingResources
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View Online: #LibraryOfThings – A Critical Component of #Libraries as Access Points to a #Local, #Resilient, and #SustainableFuture
16 March 2026
"The recording of #20 in #IFLA’s #Environment, #Sustainability and Libraries Section’s webinar series is now available below via YouTube and the slides are available on SlideShare.
Libraries lending beyond books exist all over the world but beyond that, libraries can be a disaster resource center, they can lend tools and items to try out before making an investment, they can offer events on how to #repair items—along with the tools required to do so. They serve as places where intergenerational groups connect over yard games and art activities. #LibrariesOfThings provide access to a wide range of items from gear for adventures to essential wellbeing tools. This webinar will share how to plug into this rapidly growing and increasingly connected system of Libraries of Things, both inside and outside the traditional library world, and discover how they can help you meet your goals.
About the Speaker:
#HazelOnsrud is a public librarian at #CurtisMemorialLibrary, who works on community programming and collection development, including an extensive library of things focused on the Sustainable Development Goals. She serves on the international Library of Things Mutual Aid Group, the Advisory Board of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative and the Steering Team of MECollab. She enjoys collaborating with good humans around the globe and was named a 2024 Library Journal Mover and Shaker and a 2025 New York Times Changemaker. Prior to her work as public librarian, Hazel co-founded the #MaineToolLibrary and spent a bunch of time learning from graceful teachers. In her free time, she likes to create things, eat molés and design #Gardens. "#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #ReduceReuseRepair #LibrariesRule #ClimateAdaptation #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy #SolarPunk #Libraries #SharingEconomy #SharingResources
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View Online: #LibraryOfThings – A Critical Component of #Libraries as Access Points to a #Local, #Resilient, and #SustainableFuture
16 March 2026
"The recording of #20 in #IFLA’s #Environment, #Sustainability and Libraries Section’s webinar series is now available below via YouTube and the slides are available on SlideShare.
Libraries lending beyond books exist all over the world but beyond that, libraries can be a disaster resource center, they can lend tools and items to try out before making an investment, they can offer events on how to #repair items—along with the tools required to do so. They serve as places where intergenerational groups connect over yard games and art activities. #LibrariesOfThings provide access to a wide range of items from gear for adventures to essential wellbeing tools. This webinar will share how to plug into this rapidly growing and increasingly connected system of Libraries of Things, both inside and outside the traditional library world, and discover how they can help you meet your goals.
About the Speaker:
#HazelOnsrud is a public librarian at #CurtisMemorialLibrary, who works on community programming and collection development, including an extensive library of things focused on the Sustainable Development Goals. She serves on the international Library of Things Mutual Aid Group, the Advisory Board of the Sustainable Libraries Initiative and the Steering Team of MECollab. She enjoys collaborating with good humans around the globe and was named a 2024 Library Journal Mover and Shaker and a 2025 New York Times Changemaker. Prior to her work as public librarian, Hazel co-founded the #MaineToolLibrary and spent a bunch of time learning from graceful teachers. In her free time, she likes to create things, eat molés and design #Gardens. "#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #ReduceReuseRepair #LibrariesRule #ClimateAdaptation #BuildingCommunity #CircularEconomy #SolarPunk #Libraries #SharingEconomy #SharingResources
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Mein wissenschaftliches Poster zum Thema Konsumwende durch Bibliotheken der Dinge wurde auf der @bibliocon ausgestellt und ist nun im OPUS-Publikationsserver verfügbar. Es fasst die zentralen Ergebnisse der empirischen Studie zusammen. Jetzt ansehen: https://opus4.kobv.de/opus4-bib-info/frontdoor/index/index/searchtype/collection/id/17613/start/30/rows/20/docId/20496
#nachhaltigkeit #sharingeconomy #Nutzerforschung #climatechange #globalwarming #klimawandel #libraryofthings #sdg #17ziele #17goals #climatejustice #sharing #degrowth #librariesforfuture #fridaysforfuture #biblioCon2026
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Mein wissenschaftliches Poster zum Thema Konsumwende durch Bibliotheken der Dinge wurde auf der @bibliocon ausgestellt und ist nun im OPUS-Publikationsserver verfügbar. Es fasst die zentralen Ergebnisse der empirischen Studie zusammen. Jetzt ansehen: https://opus4.kobv.de/opus4-bib-info/frontdoor/index/index/searchtype/collection/id/17613/start/30/rows/20/docId/20496
#nachhaltigkeit #sharingeconomy #Nutzerforschung #climatechange #globalwarming #klimawandel #libraryofthings #sdg #17ziele #17goals #climatejustice #sharing #degrowth #librariesforfuture #fridaysforfuture #biblioCon2026
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Mein wissenschaftliches Poster zum Thema Konsumwende durch Bibliotheken der Dinge wurde auf der @bibliocon ausgestellt und ist nun im OPUS-Publikationsserver verfügbar. Es fasst die zentralen Ergebnisse der empirischen Studie zusammen. Jetzt ansehen: https://opus4.kobv.de/opus4-bib-info/frontdoor/index/index/searchtype/collection/id/17613/start/30/rows/20/docId/20496
#nachhaltigkeit #sharingeconomy #Nutzerforschung #climatechange #globalwarming #klimawandel #libraryofthings #sdg #17ziele #17goals #climatejustice #sharing #degrowth #librariesforfuture #fridaysforfuture #biblioCon2026
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Mein wissenschaftliches Poster zum Thema Konsumwende durch Bibliotheken der Dinge wurde auf der @bibliocon ausgestellt und ist nun im OPUS-Publikationsserver verfügbar. Es fasst die zentralen Ergebnisse der empirischen Studie zusammen. Jetzt ansehen: https://opus4.kobv.de/opus4-bib-info/frontdoor/index/index/searchtype/collection/id/17613/start/30/rows/20/docId/20496
#nachhaltigkeit #sharingeconomy #Nutzerforschung #climatechange #globalwarming #klimawandel #libraryofthings #sdg #17ziele #17goals #climatejustice #sharing #degrowth #librariesforfuture #fridaysforfuture #biblioCon2026
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Mein wissenschaftliches Poster zum Thema Konsumwende durch Bibliotheken der Dinge wurde auf der @bibliocon ausgestellt und ist nun im OPUS-Publikationsserver verfügbar. Es fasst die zentralen Ergebnisse der empirischen Studie zusammen. Jetzt ansehen: https://opus4.kobv.de/opus4-bib-info/frontdoor/index/index/searchtype/collection/id/17613/start/30/rows/20/docId/20496
#nachhaltigkeit #sharingeconomy #Nutzerforschung #climatechange #globalwarming #klimawandel #libraryofthings #sdg #17ziele #17goals #climatejustice #sharing #degrowth #librariesforfuture #fridaysforfuture #biblioCon2026
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Orkney Library of Things: Lend and Mend Hub
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Well, I finally got around to sharing the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorerBackpacks info with the #LibraryOfThings group. It seems to be a big hit! Good!
"This is a great resource!
Thanks for sharing,
Chris"
#SolarPunkSunday #LibraryOfThings #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #LibrariesRule #Audubon #NatureBasedLearning #CitizenScience #NatureObservations
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Well, I finally got around to sharing the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorerBackpacks info with the #LibraryOfThings group. It seems to be a big hit! Good!
"This is a great resource!
Thanks for sharing,
Chris"
#SolarPunkSunday #LibraryOfThings #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #LibrariesRule #Audubon #NatureBasedLearning #CitizenScience #NatureObservations
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Well, I finally got around to sharing the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorerBackpacks info with the #LibraryOfThings group. It seems to be a big hit! Good!
"This is a great resource!
Thanks for sharing,
Chris"
#SolarPunkSunday #LibraryOfThings #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #LibrariesRule #Audubon #NatureBasedLearning #CitizenScience #NatureObservations
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Well, I finally got around to sharing the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorerBackpacks info with the #LibraryOfThings group. It seems to be a big hit! Good!
"This is a great resource!
Thanks for sharing,
Chris"
#SolarPunkSunday #LibraryOfThings #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #LibrariesRule #Audubon #NatureBasedLearning #CitizenScience #NatureObservations
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Well, I finally got around to sharing the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorerBackpacks info with the #LibraryOfThings group. It seems to be a big hit! Good!
"This is a great resource!
Thanks for sharing,
Chris"
#SolarPunkSunday #LibraryOfThings #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #LibrariesRule #Audubon #NatureBasedLearning #CitizenScience #NatureObservations
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@researchbuzz I wish more people realized that most libraries have a section of non book items a #LibraryOfThings Everything from tools to tubas to tuber seeds LoL
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So yeah. #ToyLibraries are on the #SolarPunkSunday agenda. If you know of a toy library, or #LibraryOfThings that lends out stuff for kids, let us know!!! I'll be sharing listings of items for #NatureBackpacks, with some suggested materials.
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So yeah. #ToyLibraries are on the #SolarPunkSunday agenda. If you know of a toy library, or #LibraryOfThings that lends out stuff for kids, let us know!!! I'll be sharing listings of items for #NatureBackpacks, with some suggested materials.
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So yeah. #ToyLibraries are on the #SolarPunkSunday agenda. If you know of a toy library, or #LibraryOfThings that lends out stuff for kids, let us know!!! I'll be sharing listings of items for #NatureBackpacks, with some suggested materials.
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So yeah. #ToyLibraries are on the #SolarPunkSunday agenda. If you know of a toy library, or #LibraryOfThings that lends out stuff for kids, let us know!!! I'll be sharing listings of items for #NatureBackpacks, with some suggested materials.
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So yeah. #ToyLibraries are on the #SolarPunkSunday agenda. If you know of a toy library, or #LibraryOfThings that lends out stuff for kids, let us know!!! I'll be sharing listings of items for #NatureBackpacks, with some suggested materials.
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Boo hiss! #Libraries should have more funding and support, not get closed down!
'A #library is more than a place with books, it is a lifeline'
Stephen Menon & Laurence CawleyBBC Investigations, London, 18 March 2025
"The UK is losing libraries at a rate of about 40 each year, BBC research has found. According to those who depend on them, local libraries are far more than a repository of books - they are community focal points and, for some, a vital lifeline to the outside world. What happens when one closes?"
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg117gdky1o
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/8LgXZ#LibariesRule #LibraryClosures #UKPol #LibraryOfThings #BuildingCommunity #CommunitySpace #MoreThanJustBooks
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Boo hiss! #Libraries should have more funding and support, not get closed down!
'A #library is more than a place with books, it is a lifeline'
Stephen Menon & Laurence CawleyBBC Investigations, London, 18 March 2025
"The UK is losing libraries at a rate of about 40 each year, BBC research has found. According to those who depend on them, local libraries are far more than a repository of books - they are community focal points and, for some, a vital lifeline to the outside world. What happens when one closes?"
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg117gdky1o
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/8LgXZ#LibariesRule #LibraryClosures #UKPol #LibraryOfThings #BuildingCommunity #CommunitySpace #MoreThanJustBooks
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Boo hiss! #Libraries should have more funding and support, not get closed down!
'A #library is more than a place with books, it is a lifeline'
Stephen Menon & Laurence CawleyBBC Investigations, London, 18 March 2025
"The UK is losing libraries at a rate of about 40 each year, BBC research has found. According to those who depend on them, local libraries are far more than a repository of books - they are community focal points and, for some, a vital lifeline to the outside world. What happens when one closes?"
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg117gdky1o
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/8LgXZ#LibariesRule #LibraryClosures #UKPol #LibraryOfThings #BuildingCommunity #CommunitySpace #MoreThanJustBooks
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Boo hiss! #Libraries should have more funding and support, not get closed down!
'A #library is more than a place with books, it is a lifeline'
Stephen Menon & Laurence CawleyBBC Investigations, London, 18 March 2025
"The UK is losing libraries at a rate of about 40 each year, BBC research has found. According to those who depend on them, local libraries are far more than a repository of books - they are community focal points and, for some, a vital lifeline to the outside world. What happens when one closes?"
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg117gdky1o
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/8LgXZ#LibariesRule #LibraryClosures #UKPol #LibraryOfThings #BuildingCommunity #CommunitySpace #MoreThanJustBooks
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Boo hiss! #Libraries should have more funding and support, not get closed down!
'A #library is more than a place with books, it is a lifeline'
Stephen Menon & Laurence CawleyBBC Investigations, London, 18 March 2025
"The UK is losing libraries at a rate of about 40 each year, BBC research has found. According to those who depend on them, local libraries are far more than a repository of books - they are community focal points and, for some, a vital lifeline to the outside world. What happens when one closes?"
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg117gdky1o
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/8LgXZ#LibariesRule #LibraryClosures #UKPol #LibraryOfThings #BuildingCommunity #CommunitySpace #MoreThanJustBooks
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#PortlandME - Posting for an early #SolarPunkSunday (event is Saturday, March 21st).
Mar 21 2026 Sat
Saturday, March 21, 2026
11:00am–12:00pmProgram Type: Other
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)Event Details
"Calling all seed harvesters and kitchen gardeners! Join us at the #RivertonBranch for our first annual Kitchen Garden Seed Swap. Arrive with any labeled* seeds you'd like to share with your fellow gardeners and leave with what others bring to share. Come for the seeds, stay for the conversation (which we hope will be full of neighbor-to-neighbor tips for beginners and advanced gardeners and seed harvesters alike)!
*Please feel free to drop by the Riverton Branch any time we're open to pick up empty seed packets to fill with your own seeds before bringing them to the swap. If you use your own packets, please make sure to include the following information:
- Seed Type
- Date Collected
- Growing Notes (optional)
- Your name or initials (optional)Also welcome at the swap are any seed-starting or gardening supplies in good condition that you would like to re-home. Any items left over at the end of the swap will be considered for our #LibraryOfThings or donated.
Leftover seeds will be used to seed our new Riverton Branch Seed Library."
Source:
https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/kitchen-garden-seed-swap-9960#MaineLibraries #SeedSwaps #BuildingCommunity #PortlandPublicLibrary #PPL #RivertonBranch #SeedLibraries #GardeningForPollinators #SeedExchange #SwapDontBuy #CircularEconomy #GardenToolsSwap
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#PortlandME - Posting for an early #SolarPunkSunday (event is Saturday, March 21st).
Mar 21 2026 Sat
Saturday, March 21, 2026
11:00am–12:00pmProgram Type: Other
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)Event Details
"Calling all seed harvesters and kitchen gardeners! Join us at the #RivertonBranch for our first annual Kitchen Garden Seed Swap. Arrive with any labeled* seeds you'd like to share with your fellow gardeners and leave with what others bring to share. Come for the seeds, stay for the conversation (which we hope will be full of neighbor-to-neighbor tips for beginners and advanced gardeners and seed harvesters alike)!
*Please feel free to drop by the Riverton Branch any time we're open to pick up empty seed packets to fill with your own seeds before bringing them to the swap. If you use your own packets, please make sure to include the following information:
- Seed Type
- Date Collected
- Growing Notes (optional)
- Your name or initials (optional)Also welcome at the swap are any seed-starting or gardening supplies in good condition that you would like to re-home. Any items left over at the end of the swap will be considered for our #LibraryOfThings or donated.
Leftover seeds will be used to seed our new Riverton Branch Seed Library."
Source:
https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/kitchen-garden-seed-swap-9960#MaineLibraries #SeedSwaps #BuildingCommunity #PortlandPublicLibrary #PPL #RivertonBranch #SeedLibraries #GardeningForPollinators #SeedExchange #SwapDontBuy #CircularEconomy #GardenToolsSwap
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#PortlandME - Posting for an early #SolarPunkSunday (event is Saturday, March 21st).
Mar 21 2026 Sat
Saturday, March 21, 2026
11:00am–12:00pmProgram Type: Other
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)Event Details
"Calling all seed harvesters and kitchen gardeners! Join us at the #RivertonBranch for our first annual Kitchen Garden Seed Swap. Arrive with any labeled* seeds you'd like to share with your fellow gardeners and leave with what others bring to share. Come for the seeds, stay for the conversation (which we hope will be full of neighbor-to-neighbor tips for beginners and advanced gardeners and seed harvesters alike)!
*Please feel free to drop by the Riverton Branch any time we're open to pick up empty seed packets to fill with your own seeds before bringing them to the swap. If you use your own packets, please make sure to include the following information:
- Seed Type
- Date Collected
- Growing Notes (optional)
- Your name or initials (optional)Also welcome at the swap are any seed-starting or gardening supplies in good condition that you would like to re-home. Any items left over at the end of the swap will be considered for our #LibraryOfThings or donated.
Leftover seeds will be used to seed our new Riverton Branch Seed Library."
Source:
https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/kitchen-garden-seed-swap-9960#MaineLibraries #SeedSwaps #BuildingCommunity #PortlandPublicLibrary #PPL #RivertonBranch #SeedLibraries #GardeningForPollinators #SeedExchange #SwapDontBuy #CircularEconomy #GardenToolsSwap
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#PortlandME - Posting for an early #SolarPunkSunday (event is Saturday, March 21st).
Mar 21 2026 Sat
Saturday, March 21, 2026
11:00am–12:00pmProgram Type: Other
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)Event Details
"Calling all seed harvesters and kitchen gardeners! Join us at the #RivertonBranch for our first annual Kitchen Garden Seed Swap. Arrive with any labeled* seeds you'd like to share with your fellow gardeners and leave with what others bring to share. Come for the seeds, stay for the conversation (which we hope will be full of neighbor-to-neighbor tips for beginners and advanced gardeners and seed harvesters alike)!
*Please feel free to drop by the Riverton Branch any time we're open to pick up empty seed packets to fill with your own seeds before bringing them to the swap. If you use your own packets, please make sure to include the following information:
- Seed Type
- Date Collected
- Growing Notes (optional)
- Your name or initials (optional)Also welcome at the swap are any seed-starting or gardening supplies in good condition that you would like to re-home. Any items left over at the end of the swap will be considered for our #LibraryOfThings or donated.
Leftover seeds will be used to seed our new Riverton Branch Seed Library."
Source:
https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/kitchen-garden-seed-swap-9960#MaineLibraries #SeedSwaps #BuildingCommunity #PortlandPublicLibrary #PPL #RivertonBranch #SeedLibraries #GardeningForPollinators #SeedExchange #SwapDontBuy #CircularEconomy #GardenToolsSwap
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#PortlandME - Posting for an early #SolarPunkSunday (event is Saturday, March 21st).
Mar 21 2026 Sat
Saturday, March 21, 2026
11:00am–12:00pmProgram Type: Other
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)Event Details
"Calling all seed harvesters and kitchen gardeners! Join us at the #RivertonBranch for our first annual Kitchen Garden Seed Swap. Arrive with any labeled* seeds you'd like to share with your fellow gardeners and leave with what others bring to share. Come for the seeds, stay for the conversation (which we hope will be full of neighbor-to-neighbor tips for beginners and advanced gardeners and seed harvesters alike)!
*Please feel free to drop by the Riverton Branch any time we're open to pick up empty seed packets to fill with your own seeds before bringing them to the swap. If you use your own packets, please make sure to include the following information:
- Seed Type
- Date Collected
- Growing Notes (optional)
- Your name or initials (optional)Also welcome at the swap are any seed-starting or gardening supplies in good condition that you would like to re-home. Any items left over at the end of the swap will be considered for our #LibraryOfThings or donated.
Leftover seeds will be used to seed our new Riverton Branch Seed Library."
Source:
https://portlandme.librarycalendar.com/event/kitchen-garden-seed-swap-9960#MaineLibraries #SeedSwaps #BuildingCommunity #PortlandPublicLibrary #PPL #RivertonBranch #SeedLibraries #GardeningForPollinators #SeedExchange #SwapDontBuy #CircularEconomy #GardenToolsSwap
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#LewistonID library to lend outdoor activity kits thanks to new grant
By James Dawson
Published November 11, 2024"Library users in the Lewiston area will soon have the chance to try gold panning, #birdwatching and other outdoor activities free of charge.
The #LewistonCityLibrary recently won a grant from the National Forest Community Recreation Fund to put together outdoor activity kits its users can check out starting next month. The Idaho Capital Sun first reported this story.
'We’re excited to partner with the Lewiston City Library to support new ways for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with public lands, learn about conservation, and inspire them to take an active role in #stewardship,' said Angela Edwards, a partnership coordinator with the #NezPerceClearwater #NationalForests.
Kits include equipment needed for gold panning, birdwatching, #hiking and #camping. A #DutchOven will also be available for those wanting to experience cooking outdoors.
Those are on top of the fishing poles the library has loaned out for years, according to library director Lynn Johnson.
'It seemed like a good way for us to offer things for the public that are a little out of the ordinary,' Johnson said in a press release.
'Libraries are about opportunity. Whether you have limited means or lots of access and wealth, we want to help people of all means try something out,' she said.
These new outdoor activity kits will be available to check out by those with a Valnet library card, which includes a group of 48 school and public libraries in north central Idaho stretching from Elk City to Potlatch."
Source:
https://www.boisestatepublicradio.org/news/2024-11-11/lewiston-library-outdoor-kits#Idaho #LibrariesRule! #libraryOfThings #BorrowDontBuy #OutdoorAdventureKits #SpendTimeInNature #BorrowingBeyondBooks #OutdoorLearning #NatureBasedLearning
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#LewistonID library to lend outdoor activity kits thanks to new grant
By James Dawson
Published November 11, 2024"Library users in the Lewiston area will soon have the chance to try gold panning, #birdwatching and other outdoor activities free of charge.
The #LewistonCityLibrary recently won a grant from the National Forest Community Recreation Fund to put together outdoor activity kits its users can check out starting next month. The Idaho Capital Sun first reported this story.
'We’re excited to partner with the Lewiston City Library to support new ways for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with public lands, learn about conservation, and inspire them to take an active role in #stewardship,' said Angela Edwards, a partnership coordinator with the #NezPerceClearwater #NationalForests.
Kits include equipment needed for gold panning, birdwatching, #hiking and #camping. A #DutchOven will also be available for those wanting to experience cooking outdoors.
Those are on top of the fishing poles the library has loaned out for years, according to library director Lynn Johnson.
'It seemed like a good way for us to offer things for the public that are a little out of the ordinary,' Johnson said in a press release.
'Libraries are about opportunity. Whether you have limited means or lots of access and wealth, we want to help people of all means try something out,' she said.
These new outdoor activity kits will be available to check out by those with a Valnet library card, which includes a group of 48 school and public libraries in north central Idaho stretching from Elk City to Potlatch."
Source:
https://www.boisestatepublicradio.org/news/2024-11-11/lewiston-library-outdoor-kits#Idaho #LibrariesRule! #libraryOfThings #BorrowDontBuy #OutdoorAdventureKits #SpendTimeInNature #BorrowingBeyondBooks #OutdoorLearning #NatureBasedLearning
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#LewistonID library to lend outdoor activity kits thanks to new grant
By James Dawson
Published November 11, 2024"Library users in the Lewiston area will soon have the chance to try gold panning, #birdwatching and other outdoor activities free of charge.
The #LewistonCityLibrary recently won a grant from the National Forest Community Recreation Fund to put together outdoor activity kits its users can check out starting next month. The Idaho Capital Sun first reported this story.
'We’re excited to partner with the Lewiston City Library to support new ways for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with public lands, learn about conservation, and inspire them to take an active role in #stewardship,' said Angela Edwards, a partnership coordinator with the #NezPerceClearwater #NationalForests.
Kits include equipment needed for gold panning, birdwatching, #hiking and #camping. A #DutchOven will also be available for those wanting to experience cooking outdoors.
Those are on top of the fishing poles the library has loaned out for years, according to library director Lynn Johnson.
'It seemed like a good way for us to offer things for the public that are a little out of the ordinary,' Johnson said in a press release.
'Libraries are about opportunity. Whether you have limited means or lots of access and wealth, we want to help people of all means try something out,' she said.
These new outdoor activity kits will be available to check out by those with a Valnet library card, which includes a group of 48 school and public libraries in north central Idaho stretching from Elk City to Potlatch."
Source:
https://www.boisestatepublicradio.org/news/2024-11-11/lewiston-library-outdoor-kits#Idaho #LibrariesRule! #libraryOfThings #BorrowDontBuy #OutdoorAdventureKits #SpendTimeInNature #BorrowingBeyondBooks #OutdoorLearning #NatureBasedLearning
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#LewistonID library to lend outdoor activity kits thanks to new grant
By James Dawson
Published November 11, 2024"Library users in the Lewiston area will soon have the chance to try gold panning, #birdwatching and other outdoor activities free of charge.
The #LewistonCityLibrary recently won a grant from the National Forest Community Recreation Fund to put together outdoor activity kits its users can check out starting next month. The Idaho Capital Sun first reported this story.
'We’re excited to partner with the Lewiston City Library to support new ways for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with public lands, learn about conservation, and inspire them to take an active role in #stewardship,' said Angela Edwards, a partnership coordinator with the #NezPerceClearwater #NationalForests.
Kits include equipment needed for gold panning, birdwatching, #hiking and #camping. A #DutchOven will also be available for those wanting to experience cooking outdoors.
Those are on top of the fishing poles the library has loaned out for years, according to library director Lynn Johnson.
'It seemed like a good way for us to offer things for the public that are a little out of the ordinary,' Johnson said in a press release.
'Libraries are about opportunity. Whether you have limited means or lots of access and wealth, we want to help people of all means try something out,' she said.
These new outdoor activity kits will be available to check out by those with a Valnet library card, which includes a group of 48 school and public libraries in north central Idaho stretching from Elk City to Potlatch."
Source:
https://www.boisestatepublicradio.org/news/2024-11-11/lewiston-library-outdoor-kits#Idaho #LibrariesRule! #libraryOfThings #BorrowDontBuy #OutdoorAdventureKits #SpendTimeInNature #BorrowingBeyondBooks #OutdoorLearning #NatureBasedLearning
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#LewistonID library to lend outdoor activity kits thanks to new grant
By James Dawson
Published November 11, 2024"Library users in the Lewiston area will soon have the chance to try gold panning, #birdwatching and other outdoor activities free of charge.
The #LewistonCityLibrary recently won a grant from the National Forest Community Recreation Fund to put together outdoor activity kits its users can check out starting next month. The Idaho Capital Sun first reported this story.
'We’re excited to partner with the Lewiston City Library to support new ways for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with public lands, learn about conservation, and inspire them to take an active role in #stewardship,' said Angela Edwards, a partnership coordinator with the #NezPerceClearwater #NationalForests.
Kits include equipment needed for gold panning, birdwatching, #hiking and #camping. A #DutchOven will also be available for those wanting to experience cooking outdoors.
Those are on top of the fishing poles the library has loaned out for years, according to library director Lynn Johnson.
'It seemed like a good way for us to offer things for the public that are a little out of the ordinary,' Johnson said in a press release.
'Libraries are about opportunity. Whether you have limited means or lots of access and wealth, we want to help people of all means try something out,' she said.
These new outdoor activity kits will be available to check out by those with a Valnet library card, which includes a group of 48 school and public libraries in north central Idaho stretching from Elk City to Potlatch."
Source:
https://www.boisestatepublicradio.org/news/2024-11-11/lewiston-library-outdoor-kits#Idaho #LibrariesRule! #libraryOfThings #BorrowDontBuy #OutdoorAdventureKits #SpendTimeInNature #BorrowingBeyondBooks #OutdoorLearning #NatureBasedLearning
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#AugustaME - Thanks to the generous support of The Friends of #LithgowLibrary, we now have a #LibraryOfThings!
"A Library of Things allows you to borrow non-traditional library items such as snowshoes or a sewing machine. More than a 'try before you buy' opportunity, the Library of Things aligns with the mission of our library — to offer a collection of materials that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of our diverse #community. A Library of Things promotes sharing with community members, #sustainability, and trying new things. We hope you enjoy!
Interested in donating? Please let us know what you have in mind and we will see if we are able to add it to our collection. Thank you!
Library of Things Policies
- Eligibility: You must be a Lithgow cardholder for at least 3 months and in good standing (current card, no outstanding fees, etc.). Some Library of Things items are strictly limited to Adults only (18+).
- Availability: The Library of Things items are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Items may not be reserved & are not available through interlibrary loan.
- Borrowing: You may borrow 5 Library of Things item at a time for up-to two weeks. Items may not be renewed.
- Returning: Library of Things items should be returned in-person only (not in the drop box.) Items should be returned on-time and as a complete kit (all parts included.) Failure to follow the return policy may lead to repair/replacement cost and/or impact borrowing privileges.
- Loss or damage: The card holder is responsible for any repair or replacement due to loss or damage. The card holder is responsible for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur from use of equipment."Learn more:
https://www.lithgowlibrary.org/library-of-things/#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #LibrariesRule! #BorrowingBeyondBooks #CircularEconomy #BorrowDontBuy
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So, this makes my heart happy! The local library now has a #LibraryOfThings!!!
🔭✨ New at the library! ✨🔭
"Thanks to a generous donation from the #LibraryTelescopeProgram, the West Buxton Public Library now has a telescope as part of our Library of Things!
You can borrow it for one week at a time to explore the stars and the moon. (Please remember: never look at the sun.) Be sure to check out the instruction booklet and constellation guide in the attached pouch.
A huge thank-you to Marc Stowbridge and the Library Telescope Program for this wonderful addition!
For more information about the Library Telescope Program, please head to their website:
https://www.librarytelescope.org/#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #SpendTimeInNature #Stargazing #LearningWithNature
#WestBuxtonPublicLibrary #LibrariesRule -
So, this makes my heart happy! The local library now has a #LibraryOfThings!!!
🔭✨ New at the library! ✨🔭
"Thanks to a generous donation from the #LibraryTelescopeProgram, the West Buxton Public Library now has a telescope as part of our Library of Things!
You can borrow it for one week at a time to explore the stars and the moon. (Please remember: never look at the sun.) Be sure to check out the instruction booklet and constellation guide in the attached pouch.
A huge thank-you to Marc Stowbridge and the Library Telescope Program for this wonderful addition!
For more information about the Library Telescope Program, please head to their website:
https://www.librarytelescope.org/#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #SpendTimeInNature #Stargazing #LearningWithNature
#WestBuxtonPublicLibrary #LibrariesRule -
So, this makes my heart happy! The local library now has a #LibraryOfThings!!!
🔭✨ New at the library! ✨🔭
"Thanks to a generous donation from the #LibraryTelescopeProgram, the West Buxton Public Library now has a telescope as part of our Library of Things!
You can borrow it for one week at a time to explore the stars and the moon. (Please remember: never look at the sun.) Be sure to check out the instruction booklet and constellation guide in the attached pouch.
A huge thank-you to Marc Stowbridge and the Library Telescope Program for this wonderful addition!
For more information about the Library Telescope Program, please head to their website:
https://www.librarytelescope.org/#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #SpendTimeInNature #Stargazing #LearningWithNature
#WestBuxtonPublicLibrary #LibrariesRule -
So, this makes my heart happy! The local library now has a #LibraryOfThings!!!
🔭✨ New at the library! ✨🔭
"Thanks to a generous donation from the #LibraryTelescopeProgram, the West Buxton Public Library now has a telescope as part of our Library of Things!
You can borrow it for one week at a time to explore the stars and the moon. (Please remember: never look at the sun.) Be sure to check out the instruction booklet and constellation guide in the attached pouch.
A huge thank-you to Marc Stowbridge and the Library Telescope Program for this wonderful addition!
For more information about the Library Telescope Program, please head to their website:
https://www.librarytelescope.org/#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #SpendTimeInNature #Stargazing #LearningWithNature
#WestBuxtonPublicLibrary #LibrariesRule -
So, this makes my heart happy! The local library now has a #LibraryOfThings!!!
🔭✨ New at the library! ✨🔭
"Thanks to a generous donation from the #LibraryTelescopeProgram, the West Buxton Public Library now has a telescope as part of our Library of Things!
You can borrow it for one week at a time to explore the stars and the moon. (Please remember: never look at the sun.) Be sure to check out the instruction booklet and constellation guide in the attached pouch.
A huge thank-you to Marc Stowbridge and the Library Telescope Program for this wonderful addition!
For more information about the Library Telescope Program, please head to their website:
https://www.librarytelescope.org/#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLibraries #SpendTimeInNature #Stargazing #LearningWithNature
#WestBuxtonPublicLibrary #LibrariesRule -
Newhaven Green Centre Library of Things
Feb 12 2026 10 am - 12 pm
[email protected]
https://newhavengreencentre.myturn.com/library/ -
Newhaven Green Centre Library of Things
Feb 12 2026 10 am - 12 pm
[email protected]
https://newhavengreencentre.myturn.com/library/