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Something for everyone

The library is a safe third space that offers much more than just books. It's a place for babies and children to start exploring the world, a place to learn through programs and events, a place to meet new people, a place to volunteer, and a place to just sit without having to spend money. It can sadly be taken for granted in this high speed/high tech world. But it's an invaluable part of the community.

Summer time at the library

Before my son started preschool, we spent a lot of time at the library attending toddler story times. They were so thoughtfully prepared and genuinely fun. I appreciated very much this wonderful way for him to interact with other kids and the get to read a variety of books. We especially loved our summer at the library, particularly the 4S Ranch location. I still remember those visits so fondly. Now we go back to visit, this time to borrow books. We love the library, thank you for all you do.

You Can Read Almost Anywhere!!

When I was little, my father read to me every night before I went to sleep. But he never read children's books. He read to me from his magazines: Prevention, Times, and sometimes the newspaper. It didn't matter what he read. It only matter that he read. This instilled in me a deep love of reading. You are never bored it you can read. Public libraries make reading accessible to everyone. I personally check out ebooks and love that I can lose myself in a book at any time. My county library is in Valley Center and it is welcoming…