Notes from the Feb. 10 Presentation:

• Libraries are the only places that are an extension to people's homes
• Libraries are run by the government
• Some are more urban and some more suburban 
• It feels like home because you can study, do work/play on the computer, but it is also different because there are activities for everyone
• Libraries belong to everyone in the community
• Library Revolution: no more central desk, much more comfortable and casual environment and it feels much more luxurious
• Librarians are no longer controlling everyone
• There are new functions of libraries that serve the entire community
• There are adult education centers, teen rooms, Sat. and Sun. programs, etc.
• Sitting areas in suburban ares (place to rest)
• New seating styles encourage interactions with other people at the library
• Lots of glass so people from the street may see inside
• New seating is by the glass 
• New libraries are very open which makes them a public magnet
• Technology is very important