| Description |
1 online resource (x, 197 pages) |
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text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
"Inspired by trends in U.S. public libraries, this book teaches librarians how to create a welcoming environment that enriches, enlightens, and engages their library's growing aging community"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Contents |
Introducing 50+ adults and their library services -- Not just your average retiree -- Landscaping and curb appeal : the physical library -- Ready or not, here they come : what about programming? -- Computers, facebook, and the internet : technology and social media -- Fostering lifelong learning at any age -- Community collaborations -- Don't just sit there : reach out! -- Not just books anymore : marketing strategies for your library -- Where has all the money gone? Funding strategies -- Going down a two-way street : engagement strategies -- Future outlook. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Libraries and older people.
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Libraries and older people. |
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Public libraries -- Activity programs.
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Public libraries -- Activity programs. |
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LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES -- Library & Information Science -- Archives & Special Libraries. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Bennett-Kapusniak, Reneé K. Public library programs and services for midlife and beyond. Santa Barbara, California : Libraries Unlimited, an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC, [2018] 9781440857782 (DLC) 2018005116 |
| ISBN |
9781440857799 (ebook) |
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1440857792 (ebook) |
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9781440857782 (paperback ; alkaline paper) |
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1440857784 (paperback ; alkaline paper) |
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