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The Nashua Public Library is a mid-sized Brutalist gem. We visited this library with friends, and were really impressed by several aspects and features. The giant Mr. Potato Head, a seed library, and a robust Library of Things - as well as our friends’ reminiscences made this a great visit!
Nashua Public Library, Nashua, New Hampshire — Library Land
Nashua, New Hampshire, is a city of 92,000. It has recently been lauded as one of the hottest housing markets in the country. We visited to meet up with some of Greg’s old colleagues - and to see the ...
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December 1, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The Nashua Public Library is a mid-sized Brutalist gem. We visited this library with friends, and were really impressed by several aspects and features. The giant Mr. Potato Head, a seed library, and a robust Library of Things - as well as our friends’ reminiscences made this a great visit!
That ceiling is one of the best things I saw while in Venice! #BookSky #libraryjoy
A chance visit to the Biblioteca Bettini Junior in Venice was a refreshing & eye-opening experience. With stunning artwork, amazing views, & lots of resources for kids & teens, it was a terrific example of a library that really knows its audience! librarylandproject.org/stories-blog... #libraryjoy
Biblioteca Bettini Junior, Venice, Italy — Library Land
We stumbled upon the Biblioteca Bettini Junior, a children's library, while we were exploring beautiful Venice! It looked absolutely adorable from the outside, so we could not pass up the chance to vi...
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November 24, 2025 at 6:08 PM
That ceiling is one of the best things I saw while in Venice! #BookSky #libraryjoy
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The Haston Free Library is a sweet town library. Its mosaic floor, stained-glass windows, & antique lighting fixtures give it a genteel feeling. That’s not to say the library was quiet, far from it. In fact, this was the busiest we visited that day. librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
Haston Free Public Library, North Brookfield, Massachusetts — Library Land
North Brookfield, Massachusetts, is a lovely town of around 5,000 people in the central part of the state. Its library, the Haston Free Public Library , is just as beautiful. Built in 1894 and renova...
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November 17, 2025 at 6:34 PM
The Haston Free Library is a sweet town library. Its mosaic floor, stained-glass windows, & antique lighting fixtures give it a genteel feeling. That’s not to say the library was quiet, far from it. In fact, this was the busiest we visited that day. librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
My favorite library visit yet! #libraryjoy #Booksky
Rachael is standing next to pillars that were once part of Hadrian’s Library. For this visit, Rachael keeps it cool in a cornflower-blue sundress, taupe slides, & a pink belt bag for a pop of color. She also wore a straw hat & some sunglasses. A fun, breezy outfit for exploring ancient libraries!
November 14, 2025 at 7:32 PM
My favorite library visit yet! #libraryjoy #Booksky
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A visit to the Municipal Library of Athens was a welcome reprieve from the Greek heat! It was interesting to see how the space in this small library was used. It was also great to see it being used! The friendly staff and the fun task of translating signage made this visit a memorable experience.
Municipal Library of Athens, Athens, Greece — Library Land
Walking into the cool lobby of the Municipal Library of Athens was welcome, as it was as hot as Hades in Greece! A library worker was stationed at the desk and was friendly when she greeted us. We wer...
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November 10, 2025 at 6:21 PM
A visit to the Municipal Library of Athens was a welcome reprieve from the Greek heat! It was interesting to see how the space in this small library was used. It was also great to see it being used! The friendly staff and the fun task of translating signage made this visit a memorable experience.
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We had a fantastic tour with Jenny Benedict, the library director. She showed us the new Sawyer Free Library with so much enthusiasm & pride. These kinds of library visits are so inspiring! Thank you, Jenny, for your time, insights, & contagious energy! #BookSky #libraryjoy
November 7, 2025 at 6:21 PM
We had a fantastic tour with Jenny Benedict, the library director. She showed us the new Sawyer Free Library with so much enthusiasm & pride. These kinds of library visits are so inspiring! Thank you, Jenny, for your time, insights, & contagious energy! #BookSky #libraryjoy
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Much to our excitement, we were invited to check out the newly renovated Sawyer Free Library. An insightful & informative visit by our hosts, we were able to admire the new rooms & services being offered to the community. It’s thrilling to be able to see the positive impact of these updates!
November 5, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Much to our excitement, we were invited to check out the newly renovated Sawyer Free Library. An insightful & informative visit by our hosts, we were able to admire the new rooms & services being offered to the community. It’s thrilling to be able to see the positive impact of these updates!
Being invited to personally check out the new space was pretty exciting!
Any time we’re asked to visit a public library, we jump at the opportunity! Our visit to the Sawyer Free Library in Gloucester was no exception. The design, energy, and use of the library were amazing! librarylandproject.org/stories-blog... #BookSky #libraryjoy
Sawyer Memorial Library, Gloucester, Massachusetts — Library Land
We love it when libraries invite us to visit. It’s one of our favorite things to do. We were recently invited to visit the newly renovated and expanded Sawyer Free Library in Gloucester, and wow, wh...
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November 4, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Being invited to personally check out the new space was pretty exciting!
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The Ware Library was founded as the Young Men’s Library Association in 1881. The main lobby grasps your attention! There are plenty of materials to browse through & space to work or socialize. With its cozy atmosphere, it’ the best place to be on a rainy day! librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
Ware Library, Ware, Massachusetts — Library Land
While we were touring libraries in central Massachusetts, we found ourselves in Ware. The Ware Library is a stunning gothic style building that was originally founded as the Young Men’s Library Associ...
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October 13, 2025 at 5:08 PM
The Ware Library was founded as the Young Men’s Library Association in 1881. The main lobby grasps your attention! There are plenty of materials to browse through & space to work or socialize. With its cozy atmosphere, it’ the best place to be on a rainy day! librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
I was awe struck by the sheer size of the space! #BookSky #libraryjoy
The Grande Bibliothèque is the largest library in Québec. This beautiful, 6-level building serves as the central library in Montréal & the main location for the national archives. The variety of the resources available impressed us. It was wonderful seeing how busy it was on the day of our visit!
October 1, 2025 at 11:39 PM
I was awe struck by the sheer size of the space! #BookSky #libraryjoy
What a dynamic library and community! #BookSky #libraryjoy
The last stop of our #alaac25 roadtrip was at the Metuchen Borough Public Library, where we admired its beautiful building & vibrant community. The community art, cozy seating, & fun program spaces are what stuck out the most to us as we explored the library. librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
Metuchen Borough Public Library, Metuchen, New Jersey — Library Land
The last stop of our road trip to Philadelphia was at Metuchen Borough Public Library. Pulling up, we saw a beautiful brick building with arched windows and white trim. Walking in, we saw that the mai...
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September 22, 2025 at 5:48 PM
What a dynamic library and community! #BookSky #libraryjoy
And the coolest bit is that I got to be in 2 places at once! Getting a pic straddling the US/Canada border was a must 🇺🇸🇨🇦📚📖 #BookSky #libraryjoy
Knowing that Rachael would be road-tripping to the Haskell Free Library & Opera House, she wore comfortable clothes that fit her style! She is wearing mauve chinos, a chambray button up over a 🍋 print t-shirt, & white chucks. Rachael's pink glasses tied her look together. Fashionable & functional!
September 19, 2025 at 6:26 PM
And the coolest bit is that I got to be in 2 places at once! Getting a pic straddling the US/Canada border was a must 🇺🇸🇨🇦📚📖 #BookSky #libraryjoy
What the staff is doing here is amazing #libraryjoy #BookSky
The Haskell Free Library & Opera House is an impressive Victorian building that sits on the US/Canada border & offers bilingual resources. The librarians’ ability to serve these communities while also adhering to immigration laws is incredible! librarylandproject.org/stories-blog... #Booksky
Haskell Free Library and Opera House, Derby Line, Vermont — Library Land
The Haskell Free Library and Opera House is a sought-after destination for any bibliophile. We couldn’t pass up the opportunity to see it for ourselves while we were en route to Montreal! &...
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September 15, 2025 at 7:13 PM
What the staff is doing here is amazing #libraryjoy #BookSky
I was so intrigued by the fry basket chairs! #BookSky #libraryjoy
Our #alaac25 road trip continued on to the White Plains Public Library. This austere building held a lot of whimsy! Such as imaginative play forts and unique furniture. Also, we flexed our librarian skills when a patron reached out for help during our visit! librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
White Plains Public Library, White Plains, New York — Library Land
The third stop of our road trip to Philadelphia was the White Plains Public Library. Much like the Fairfield public Library, pictures of their children’s department impressed us! The White Plains Pub...
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September 8, 2025 at 5:44 PM
I was so intrigued by the fry basket chairs! #BookSky #libraryjoy
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Avon Public Library is a quaint shingle style building that is quintessentially New England! The open concept rooms allow users to easily navigate the space. The architecture, the furniture, and the friendly staff certainly made this library feel welcoming and cozy! #libraryjoy #BookSky
September 4, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Avon Public Library is a quaint shingle style building that is quintessentially New England! The open concept rooms allow users to easily navigate the space. The architecture, the furniture, and the friendly staff certainly made this library feel welcoming and cozy! #libraryjoy #BookSky
Such a great little library! I especially enjoyed checking out their ready for shelving area.
Cary Memorial Library is certainly making do during this transitional time! The basement may be closed off but the library still had so much to see and offer visitors. We can’t wait to see the results of their renovation! #libraryjoy #BookSky
August 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Such a great little library! I especially enjoyed checking out their ready for shelving area.
Choosing a photo of me cheesing for the camera as a thumbnail will forever make me laugh 😂
Fairfield Public Library was the second stop on our #alaac25 road trip. The gallery, children’s play areas, and innovative programming spaces made the Fairfield Public Library an exceptional Library Land visit! #libraryjoy #BookSky librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
Fairfield Public Library, Fairfield, Connecticut — Library Land
Fairfield Public Library was the second stop of our road trip to ALA’s 2025 Annual Conference in Philadelphia. Pictures of the children’s room caught our eye as we were researching libraries to visi...
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August 18, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Choosing a photo of me cheesing for the camera as a thumbnail will forever make me laugh 😂
I really love that jacket 💅🏻 #BookSky #libraryjoy
It was a rainy and a little chilly when this picture was taken, so Rachael dressed for the occasion! She paired a striped t-shirt with green chinos and brown Chelsea boots. To give the outfit an element of fun, she chose to wear an oversized sunflower print jacket. So comfy-cozy!
August 15, 2025 at 5:27 PM
I really love that jacket 💅🏻 #BookSky #libraryjoy
I had a lot of fun on this library themed road trip! #libraryjoy #BookSky
The Wethersfield Public Library was the 1st stop on our #alaac25 road trip. The layout of the library was easy to follow. The staff were also helpful & friendly! The best part of the visit was the E.T. themed street sign. A fun conclusion to this visit! librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
Wethersfield Public Library, Wethersfield, Connecticut — Library Land
Road tripping to Philadelphia for the ALA’s Annual Conference was a lot of fun! Of course, it presented an excellent opportunity to stop at libraries all along the route. Our first stop was the Wether...
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August 4, 2025 at 5:39 PM
I had a lot of fun on this library themed road trip! #libraryjoy #BookSky
I still think about my visit in San Diego often 📚
For #alaac24 we made sure to stop by the San Diego Central Library. The space was massive! There were 9 stories to explore. Not only does this library offer the typical library fare, but there were medical equipment, pay phones, & an art gallery. Lastly, the tour in special collections was amazing!
July 30, 2025 at 5:42 PM
I still think about my visit in San Diego often 📚
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The Sharon Public Library has a new building. We loved the color scheme & light fixtures! We were most impressed with the small details that aim to serve the community. Such as the ADA accessible study room & curbside pickup. We are confident that SPL will continue to make a positive impact!
July 23, 2025 at 10:56 PM
The Sharon Public Library has a new building. We loved the color scheme & light fixtures! We were most impressed with the small details that aim to serve the community. Such as the ADA accessible study room & curbside pickup. We are confident that SPL will continue to make a positive impact!
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The Sharon Public Library has moved to a brand-new building! Through the use of seating, signage, color, and other modern day needs, the new building is welcoming & overall just lovely! You can read more about this visit at librarylandproject.org/stories-blog... #libraryjoy #BookSky
Sharon Public Library, Sharon, Massachusetts — Library Land
When we first visited the Sharon Public Library in 2019, it was located on North Main Street., Since then, it has moved to a brand-new building on School Street! The new building opened in May and it ...
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July 21, 2025 at 5:44 PM
The Sharon Public Library has moved to a brand-new building! Through the use of seating, signage, color, and other modern day needs, the new building is welcoming & overall just lovely! You can read more about this visit at librarylandproject.org/stories-blog... #libraryjoy #BookSky
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The Merriam-Gilbert Public Library is a quiet & quaint building in West Brookfield, MA. The color scheme & stained glass windows were quintessential New England! We were especially impressed with the community board where patrons could suggest future programming. A lovely rainy day visit!
July 16, 2025 at 5:27 PM
The Merriam-Gilbert Public Library is a quiet & quaint building in West Brookfield, MA. The color scheme & stained glass windows were quintessential New England! We were especially impressed with the community board where patrons could suggest future programming. A lovely rainy day visit!
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The Merriam-Gilbert Public Library in West Brookfield is a lovely two-story brick building dating from the 1880s. The building was absolutely beautiful. The staff were also polite & helpful. It was an enchanting visit! You can read about our visit at librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
Merriam-Gilbert Public Library, Westbrookfield, Massachusetts — Library Land
The Merriam-Gilbert Public Library in West Brookfield. MA, is a lovely two-story brick building dating from the 1880s. It serves a community of 3,800 people. It was a rainy day so we scooted right in ...
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July 15, 2025 at 1:08 AM
The Merriam-Gilbert Public Library in West Brookfield is a lovely two-story brick building dating from the 1880s. The building was absolutely beautiful. The staff were also polite & helpful. It was an enchanting visit! You can read about our visit at librarylandproject.org/stories-blog...
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While in town for #alaac25 Rachael could not pass up a trip to the Parkway Central Library. It’s evident that this was made to be a grand building. The librarians have done a phenomenal job modernizing it. The real gem is the rare book collection on the 3rd floor & should not be missed! #libraryjoy
July 9, 2025 at 5:44 PM
While in town for #alaac25 Rachael could not pass up a trip to the Parkway Central Library. It’s evident that this was made to be a grand building. The librarians have done a phenomenal job modernizing it. The real gem is the rare book collection on the 3rd floor & should not be missed! #libraryjoy