Georgia school librarians are essential for student development—they promote literacy, reading comprehension, and lifelong learning. How do they do it? By providing engaging yet educational programs that keep their students coming back for more.

It’s common knowledge that libraries have a lot to offer—but did you know you can find tools and resources to build your business in Georgia libraries?

Our nation was built on ideals of freedom. Freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and the freedom to gather are all key parts of what makes America what it is, but the freedom to access information is just as important as the freedom to share it with the world.

If you’ve ever been a part of an institute of higher education, it probably didn’t take long for you to realize just how expensive everything is. So many important academic papers and resources are locked behind paywalls, making it harder for the people who need them to gain access. As institutions whose goal is to make information free and easily accessible to all, many public libraries have noticed this issue and taken action. In the case of Georgia public libraries, these efforts have culminated in an invaluable resource: GALILEO.

When people think of overdue library books, they probably assume there will be fines. While public libraries’ reputation for implementing fines on late materials has been around for some time, Georgia libraries are looking to change that by going fine-free.

Makerspaces present children with a wide variety of creative tools and activities that may not be available at home, allowing them to try all sorts of new hobbies and interests. Here’s everything you need to know about makerspaces in Georgia libraries, what they offer, and where you can find them.