The dying gasps of NY Public Library Social Media

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Edit: apparently people can't read as I already said I support libraries and want them to exist for those that benefit from them. This was never a 'it doesn't help me so screw you' type of comment. I was just sharing my experience of liking the concept, but failing to find any personal benefits and wondering if others experienced the same.
I like the idea of public libraries, but honestly I just don't have a lot of use for them in my life personally. Unfortunately the books I read are primarily published under Kindle unlimited, so they can't be checked out of a library either in digital or paper form (not that many of the titles ever even have a paper copy). I don't really watch that much TV or movies, and the ones I do watch are generally acquired from the high seas anyway, which is honestly easier than checking them out of a library. I support the concept and want them to be available to others, I just don't personally feel like I get any value from them.
- It's not always about you, mate. It's a public service for all the other folks you can't afford that shit otherwise.
  
  Which is why I said I support them and want them to be available to others?
- My condo building has three stations where people can get a doggie bag to pick up their dog shit.
  Two are outside the gate and can be used by anybody.
  I benefit from people picking up their dog shit even if they don't live here, so it's worth it that my HOA dues go to keep those stations filled.
  Same difference. Even if you don't use the library you benefit from people in your city having access to the services that libraries provide. You also benefit by NYPD having $53,000,000 less to spend on weapons.
  
  Yes, which is why I specifically said I support libraries and want them to be available to those of use.
  
  The tenor of your comment was largely dismissive and negative, though. Regardless, apologies for the misunderstanding.
- Does your local library support Libby?
  Libby is an app that allows you to use your library card to check out ebooks, audiobooks, and digitized magazines. Free to anyone with a library card (at a participating library).
  That's one of several resources that a lot of libraries provide. Hoopla, as well, for shows and movies. And some have maker spaces, or 3d printers, or loan tools. And they usually have discount passes for local edutainment attractions (museums, aquariums, zoos, etc).
  Some give you a month subscription to genealogy sites. Lots of stuff for little kids and families, usually activities or story times or craft classes. Classes for grownups too.
  Tons of stuff at/from your local library. More than just books.
- Cool story bro
- Most of my Kindle books are checked out from our library system, and if they are missing one book in a series or don't have something available I can request and results have been pretty good.
  There is a LOT of content for the Kindle at the library and I'm in Florida, can't imagine we lead in this.
  Amazon keeps pushing the Kindle unlimited but I can't see the value yet. You like it?

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