How can a new library connect and inspire communities? – Interview with Marian T. Keyes
To learn more about how libraries can become a vibrant center of learning and creativity at the heart of the community, we have talked with Marian Thérèse Keyes from dlr LexIcon in Ireland who will share some practices from her experience. 1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your activity in the library world? I have been the Librarian and book festival/events programmer of dlr LexIcon, the flagship central library and cultural center in Dún Laoghaire since December 2014 when dlr LexIcon opened to the public. [...]
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Maybe you’re wondering what Princh has to do with libraries?
Well… We make the lives of library staff and patrons a little easier by offering a user friendly and innovative printing solution that was built in collaboration with Danish libraries – it’s now spreading quickly internationally.
To be great at what we do, we pay close attention to insights, trends and needs surrounding the library world and blogging is a fantastic way to share this and to engage with you.
So, keep an eye on our future blog posts! Also, do let us know if there’s anything we can do for you!