we’ve all heard the phrase,

“knowledge is power.”

many credit the philosopher Francis Bacon for coining the origins of this phrase in the 1590s.

going back as far as we can see in human history, many different peoples have acknowledged the value of having an ever-studious mind.

the library for good is just one small hub hoping to enrich its members’ political education by offering a space to:

  • read, hear, and witness one another’s stories,

  • develop critical thinking skills, and

  • study amongst a diverse group of people.

WHAT THE LIBRARY OFFERS

building bridges

to information,

not walls

check-out items

the library for good has a catalog of hundreds of items available for members to check-out.

  • books, DVDs, magazines, newspapers and other publications, board games, puzzles, art supplies, and more

    browse here

talking is allowed! we just ask you to use ‘indoor voices’ and be mindful of one another using the space.

a first come-first serve quiet room is available to those who want to enjoy space away from the indoor voices.

a quiet-ish space

free classes are available to members, including:

  • political education

  • civic engagement

  • painting, writing, guitar and other arts

  • yoga, meditation

  • computer support/skills

  • and more…

classes and workshops

“I believe that telling our stories, first to ourselves, and then to one another and the world, is a revolutionary act.

It is an act that can be met with hostility, exclusion, and violence. It can also lead to love, understanding, transcendence, and community.”

- Janet Mock, Redefining Realness