Vibrant Public Libraries

 ten low-cost, real-life ideas

1. Every child a reader

2. Homework help

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3.Teen services

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4. Community collaboration

5. Teaching computer skills

6. Job resource center

7. Virtual library

Mobile apps

8. Embracing ebooks

9. The catalog and social media

10. Self service and efficiency

Summary

• Libraries are alive and well in 2011

• Reading is key for future

• Community collaboration

• Technology improves services, lowers cost

• It’s a mobile world

• Low cost, real-life ideas – create the environment where they happen