Public libraries are places where anyone can go to check out books, from adult fiction to picture books for kids. It is a space where people go to read in peace and quiet. However, books are not the only things a library has to offer.
The public library closest to Drew University, Madison Public Library, allows Drew and other college students to get their own public library card so that they can access all these resources as well. All you have to do to acquire one is show the front desk your current student ID, and they will help you get your very own library card.
Madison Public Library’s quiet space can be utilized as a study and work space for students and full-time workers who need to get any kind of work done. There are several tables for group work and individual booths for people who are working by themselves.
The library even has study rooms patrons can reserve to take meetings online or over the phone, or use as a group study space. Some academic tutors also host sessions there, since it is a public and accessible space for everyone in the community. They also have several online research resources available for public use.
Museum passes are also available to anyone with a library card at the Madison Public Library. This is especially convenient for Madison residents and university students due to the fact that there is a train station downtown that has a direct line to Penn Station, New York.
The library provides patrons with free programs for all ages, such as adult craft workshops, teen art breaks, college prep workshops and more. The events are either hosted by library staff or volunteers who are part of the MVP Teen Volunteer Program. The volunteers also host tech help for patrons and homework help for elementary students.
Patrons not only have access to physical books, but to digital and online resources such as Libby and Hoopla. These services are free to use with your library card and provide a wide range of ebooks and even movies to stream. These resources are great for people who prefer audiobooks or books on their devices rather than physical books, and they are all free with a library card.
Public libraries provide more than just a space to read to their communities. They are a space for people to connect with each other and thrive. Learn more about the resources the Madison Public Library offers and its hours on its website.
Featured image courtesy of the Madison Public Library website.
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