Do you go to the library often ?

@greenline (14838)
Canada
September 15, 2010 2:50pm CST
The internet is indeed very helpful in finding the information I need in my research work. Yet, I still would like to go to the library some times when I need to check with the references like encyclopedias, journals, and so on. Besides, the library environment is very pleasant with the variety of reading materials, very relaxing. I go to the library once a month or so. Do you go to the library often ?
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@tkonlinevn (6345)
• Vietnam
16 Sep 10
When I was a student, I usually go to the library to find documents. Now, I only go to library to relax. I read books and magazine. There are many worthy books here which I can't look for on Internet.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Yup, libraries carry many excellent books and magazines. It is a nice place to relax while reading them right there in a pleasant environment.
@Margajoe (4709)
• Germany
15 Sep 10
No, I don't go to the library anymore. I have everything on my computer. To be honest I would not know where to find a library around here. Though you are right, a library has a certain environment to it.
• Philippines
16 Sep 10
although in computer or internet is complete, there are things in library that we could also not able to get in the net. like we get to interact with your friends and go out after from library
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Thank you very much for your response. It is indeed very interesting to read the opinions and discussions. Have a nice day !
@Margajoe (4709)
• Germany
16 Sep 10
Well yes, that is true. But if you have friends in the neighbourhood you could also go out after having had contact on the Internet. But, I see your point. The computer cannot completely take away the comfort environment of a library. Have a nice day.
@AmbiePam (85471)
• United States
16 Sep 10
I don't go to the library very often at all. I probably go twice a year, and usually it is because my mom wants a ride, and I happen to look around because I took her. When I was in high school, and then in college, I was in the library all the time. However now, I mostly read for leisure, although it is rarely fiction I pick up. My sister and I have similar reading tastes, so she often loands me her books, and I often loan her mine. Plus, used book stores are getting cheaper, and many offer trades.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Hello Pam. Nice to hear sisters taking care of each other. Yes, used book stores carry a variety of books too, and , as you say, selling at very cheap prices.
@cher913 (25782)
• Canada
15 Sep 10
i go at least once a week. i love to read and i get books out on history, crafts and decorating.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Hello Cher. How are you ? Libraries do have excellent collection of books and magazines.
@adhyz82 (36249)
• Indonesia
15 Sep 10
ya, because of shvoong, i always to visit library once a weeks...i am pushed to write a good writing and helps me to increase the quality of my writing
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• Philippines
16 Sep 10
i did not know that with shvoong we are required to go to library to be able to get some informations,to think we could get some informations all in the internet right buddy?
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Hello. Very good that you are writing for shvoong. That is a good site. Writing is my hobby too, articles, short stories, reviews, and so on. Enjoy writing !
@BrittneeD (351)
• United States
15 Sep 10
Although I do all my research online when I need to, I do go to the library once or twice a week to get books to read. So in answer to your question yes I do go to the library fairly often but not for what you are talking about.
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@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Hello. Thank you very much for your response.
• United States
16 Sep 10
I go to my college library, but I rarely go to my city library. I probably should go when I can.
• United States
25 Sep 11
I know that, but the problem is time. Right now I am in college, and I have so much studying to do and so much that I have to do on campus that often times I don't have time for the library. Also, the city library near my place used to have furloughs because of budget cuts. I don't know if they are still having them, but when they did, no one would be able to go to the library on Friday because of the furloughs. Some libraries in my neighborhood are being closed as well due to budget issues.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Public libraries do carry a broad variety of books and reference materials of interest to the general public.
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@anurag3786 (6267)
• India
16 Sep 10
yes sometimes i like to go.. when i not find any books in my study room.. then library is best place for me where i can find books of my choice.. and sometimes i like to study in library.. for making some important notes..what do you say..
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Some libraries carry excellent reference materials, a collection of documentation covering decades. That's quite amazing !
• Philippines
16 Sep 10
yes but it seems libraries these days are no more complete because less and less people are patronizing on reading books i just not sure but that is what i observe
@nancy0618 (477)
• Philippines
16 Sep 10
before when i was still studying, internet is not yet as well known as before, and yes i do often go to library, but now no more
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Hello Nancy. How are you ? Yes, the loads of information internet is carrying these days is really very impressive.
@SilverKing (1003)
• Canada
16 Sep 10
I try to go the library at least once a week if not more.I use the library alot to find books for projects and I often just borrow books to read them for enjoyment.People who go to the library often have a higher vocabulary than people who just watch tv or play games all day.It often opens your mind to new ideas and can help you become more creative.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
That is very well-said. It would be more beneficial to spend time at the library.
• India
16 Sep 10
.. haha.. library..i must tell u ..that in my skul lyf i hardly went to my skul library..evn if i went .. i used to search for the britainica ..or the encyclopedia..and all of us used to turn the pages .. and see the pics .. ( none of us used to read wat was written) we enjoyed watchin the pics.. nd now in colg .. i hav been to my library only once ... just for the library card .which was necassary..and i stll dnt hav even a single entry in my card ..
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Well, of course, there may not be the need to go to the library.
16 Sep 10
no i dont. i seldom go to the library. i search new information by internet, more quick
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
No doubt at all, one can find lots of information on the internet these days. Search engines are doing very well.
@ZeXyRech (38)
16 Sep 10
When I was in high school, I used to go to the library frequently because I have much research studies by then. However, when I went college, it feels like going to the library was a hassle. So, that's when I decided to just do my research online. I found it much easier and faster, and also, the good thing about it is, I can do multi-tasking. So while I'm doing my research, I'm doing my project at the same time on my computer.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
I see. That is interesting. Working on the computer has its benefits and advantages too.
• China
16 Sep 10
As you said that the internet is indeed very helpful in finding information . And i dont like go to library to look for information or buy book .Because the library in my city is not big enough , and i cant get the information what i need or i cant buy the book what i want . And in order to save time , i often buy books from the internet . That is cheap and convenient .
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
I see what you mean. There are of course many online sites for buying things, including books and magazines.
@chiyosan (30184)
• Philippines
16 Sep 10
i don't go to the library often anymore.. i used to frequent our school library when i was in college but now that i am working, my library is the whole internet. :D
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Internet has become the information highway these days, and that's where I have been spending most of the time too doing my research work.
@youless (112108)
• Guangzhou, China
16 Sep 10
Lately we often go to the library. Because I hope my son to have an interested in reading. At first I should be a good example. So we go to the library and borrow the books together. I love China
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
I see. Yes, I get your point. Going to the library would be a good way to get children interested in reading.
@flowerhorn (1008)
• Malaysia
16 Sep 10
Even though the library here is full of old books, and some even called it the Museum, I still go to the library once in a while. For this year, I have visited it once only in comparison to last years I made 4 trips there. The good thing I find about library is they are so quiet and cool. Plus the fact that one can do surfing, I guess it is still worth the time and effort to pay it a visit to do some works and research.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
I certainly agree with you. I always very much enjoy the library environment. whether for doing research or just for browsing through magazines.
@Metatronik (6199)
• Pasay, Philippines
16 Sep 10
When I was in college we really often to stay in the library because that is the place where we are doing our assignments and finishing our projects. Of course we are doing our research like using their books then borrow it.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
That's exactly what I did too during my college years. I would be at the college library till its closing time in the evening.
@nikramos (698)
• Philippines
16 Sep 10
i used to do a lot of research in the library when i was still in college.i have no choice because our university wouldnt allow research from internet. although there are a lot of resources on the net, it still amazes me how patient people can get to look through stacks of books to get information. going to the library may seem like a boring thing to do but it actually helps a person develop some values too, without him knowing. im even proud that at least even if im in the modern times already i still know how to make use of library resources, find books using the classification system, hand write my research, and make the bibliography of all the books i had to scan to get my reports done. i wish kids nowadays would still appreciate the use of encyclopedia, newspapers and other reading materials
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
You have explained about the values of libraries very well. Libraries still has importance for studies and research, or even just for gaining general knowledge. Thank you.
• United States
16 Sep 10
No, I do not go to the library as often as I did before because everything is easily found through the internet. Though, speaking of library, I do have to go tomorrow to borrow a book for my English class.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
24 Sep 11
Okay, have a nice time at the library. It would be enjoyable to visit the library after some long time, I would think.