Week 6 Thing 15

Dr. Wendy Schultz's "To a temporary place in time..." offered some important ideas.
She states, "What are libraries? Libraries are not just collections of documents and books, they are conversations, they are convocations of people, ideas, and artifacts in dynamic exchange. Libraries are not merely in communities, they are communities: they preserve and promote community memories; they provide mentors not only for the exploration of stored memory, but also for the creation of new artifacts of memory.

"Her definition of libraries is something that we need to keep in mind as we introduce new technologies and be mindful that it is a "dynamic exchange." We should remember to keep the conversations going, especially with those library visitors who are timid about new technology.

I also liked her comment on the library as "a WiFREE space, a retreat from technohustle, with comfortable chairs, quiet, good light, coffee and single malt. You know, the library." I think people will need a retreat from the "technohustle."