the library for goodthis small library provides free political education to visitors in the development of their political education, empowering them to build and engage with their community -- for good.
welcome to the library for good website!
what is a “political education?”
one that empowers individuals to:
engage in their local political processes,
develop their civic competencies,
learn about government policies and systems, and how they affect our daily lives,
build media and social media literacy skills,
apply critical thinking to help address community needs, and
continuously expand their knowledge of historical contexts, current events, and possible futures on our planet.
the library for good is a safe space for people to quietly gather, study, and learn about politics, freedom, history, and critical thinking.
want to learn about a particular moment in history? or a specific cultural movement? we can help!
Renting Materials
the library for good currently holds hundreds of items available for members to check out during open hours, and even place on hold while the library is closed.
the catalog can be viewed online here.
Programming
the library for good offers itself as a space for the following kinds of events:
book club gathering, author Q&As, poetry readings
film screenings
art show (gallery wall space available to local artists)
classes and workshops (painting, crafts, writing, music, yoga, and more)
games (trivia, board games, tabletop games)
the library for good is not a retail enterprise. visitors are not required to purchase anything, though local artisans may inquire about selling their goods on the premises.
the library for good is a privately funded organization, open to the public. membership is FREE and available to any adult providing their phone number and address and agreeing to our membership terms. see the Terms here. this is a no-fee library (no late fees, etc.)
no food or drink is allowed near the books. water is allowed in secure bottles. children under 18 must always be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
No Fee-Library, No Purchase Necessary
Reference Desk Services
recommendations for reading, watching, and listening (including books, films, magazines, podcasts, syllabi/curricula, as well as YouTube playlists);
referrals to outside specialists, other libraries, and experts in particular fields of interest;
consulting on effective and efficient ways to use libraries and online resources to locate the information you seek;
fact-checking, bibliographic verification, and more
OUR MISSION
