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reportJan 29, 2013

Innovative library services “in the wild”

Our new report takes a close look not only at how Americans are using public libraries, but also what sort of services and programming they think libraries should offer — and what they say they would use in the future. For this last point, we asked about a range of potential offerings. Here are illustrations of some of these more innovative services, to see what they look like on the ground — as well as some “fun and funky” services that we’ve seen pop up at libraries across the county.
reportJan 25, 2013

Other library links and news around the web

While we hope you’ve had a chance to read our new report on library services that just came out this week, there are some other great links out there that you should be sure to check out.
reportJan 22, 2013

Library Services in the Digital Age

The internet has already had a major impact on how people find and access information, and now the rising popularity of e-books is helping transform Americans’ reading habits. In this changing landscape, public libraries are trying to adjust their services to these new realities while still serving the needs of patrons who rely on more traditional resources.
reportJan 22, 2013

Library Servies in the Digital Age

Libraries are key technology hubs in their communities. Many patrons would like even more tech-centered services, but ultimately many feel that print books remain important in the digital age.
presentationJan 26, 2013

Pew Internet Research Update at ALA Midwinter Meeting 2013

Join Lee Rainie to hear firsthand new findings about library services: what the public wants (and does not want) at libraries, as well as details from library focus groups on how libraries are coping with the new mix of services.
reportJan 25, 2013

Public Library Resources (Infographic)

How likely Americans say they would be to use the following resources at public libraries
reportJan 25, 2013

New library services Americans say they would (or would not) use

We asked people whether they would use a variety of possible new activities and features at libraries. Our list was weighted towards services that are rooted in technology and allow more tech-related interactions with libraries and at them.
presentationJan 23, 2013

Teens and Libraries

Lee Rainie will present Pew Internet data at the Young Adult Library Services Association’s Summit on Libraries & Teens regarding teens libraries in today’s digital world.
presentationFeb 22, 2013

Use of digital technology by different income groups

Pew Internet Project Director Lee Rainie presented findings about the state of digital differences at the Georgetown Public Policy Institute’s Annual Conference on Capitol Hill.
short readsJan 28, 2013

Americans Say Free Access to Internet a Very Important Library Service

Three quarters say it is very important that public libraries offer free access to computers and the internet.