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Guernsey, Lisa; Prescott, Sabia; Park, Claire – New America, 2021
In the fall and winter of 2020, New America embarked on a snapshot study to gather data on how--or if--people were discovering, accessing, and using their public libraries during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a focus on materials that libraries made available online. Our findings, which include data from a national survey of 2,620 people, highlight…
Descriptors: Public Libraries, COVID-19, Pandemics, Library Services
Sloan, Kay; Randall, Michelle – National Endowment for the Arts, 2009
In July 2008, over 14,000 public libraries throughout the U.S. received, free of charge, a set of fourteen Audio Guides introducing them to The Big Read. Since 2007, when the National Endowment for the Arts and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, in partnership with Arts Midwest, debuted The Big Read, the program has awarded grants to…
Descriptors: Classics (Literature), World Literature, Museums, Public Libraries
Lukenbill, Bill; Immroth, Barbara – School Library Media Research, 2009
This study investigated how school and public librarians can become better disseminators of health information and improve health information literacy in small and rural communities in a selected research area. We used the Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas as our study area, composed of the economically depressed Cameron, Hidalgo, Starr, and…
Descriptors: Delphi Technique, Health Promotion, Elementary Secondary Education, Caregivers
Blake, Fay M.; Irby, Jane – Drexel Library Quarterly, 1976
Examines the key differences between the information industry and public libraries and describes the computerized Community Information Project of San Mateo County, California. (PF)
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Computers, Databases, Directories
Layne, Elizabeth N. – 1979
This booklet describes recent developments in providing information services to people who are seeking employment, advancement, or career changes. The focus is primarily on the work of job information centers in New York State, where the idea was pioneered by the prototype established in the Yonkers Public Library. Sections discuss the history of…
Descriptors: Career Counseling, Community Information Services, Counseling Services, Employment
Mashuda, Nancy A. – 1980
This study surveys the current involvement of public libraries in the provision of information and referral services to the communities they serve. Data were gathered via questionnaire from 125 public libraries nationwide to ascertain their level of involvement in advocacy, case management or tracking, direct client interviewing, escort services,…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Community Information Services, Information Services, Library Role

Bishop, Ann P.; Tidline, Tonyia J.; Shoemaker, Susan; Salela, Pamela – Library & Information Science Research, 1999
Presents findings from an empirical study of community information exchange, computer access and use among lowincome, predominantly AfricanAmerican residents in one locale. Results indicate that, while computer use is minimal, many lowincome community members are poised to participate in the local development of networked information services.…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Access to Information, Blacks, Community Information Services
San Francisco Public Library, CA. Bay Area Reference Center. – 1973
In a two-day workshop at the San Francisco Public Library, the staff of the Bay Area Reference Center (BARC) led discussions on how the library can serve as a community information and referral center. Various speakers reviewed the problems and possibilities of such a service and presented guidelines for the establishment, volunteer staffing, and…
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Community Organizations, Community Resources, Community Services

Schrag, Dale R.; Boyer, Calvin J. – RQ, 1975
Libraries must provide more than the usual reference services by taping community information sources such as social agencies, religious organizations, local clubs and societies, local businesses, and residents who have special knowledge. The library must also take an active, rather than passive, role in delivering information. (LS)
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Information Sources, Library Role, Library Services
Martin, Lowell A. – Library Journal, 1983
Assesses the state of the public library, briefly reviewing the history of the institution and discussing library purpose, services, and patrons at the present and in the future. Seven references are provided. (EJS)
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Futures (of Society), History, Library Role
Smith, Eleanor Touhey; Winnick, Pauline – American Education, 1976
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Information Centers, Library Role, Library Services

Baker, Sharon L.; Ruey, Ellen Dew – RQ, 1988
This study explored the relationship between expanded information and referral (I&R) services and traditional reference services in public libraries in North Carolina. Results show librarians feel I&R services should be limited to those closely related to traditional reference services. Other I&R services typically provided by social…
Descriptors: Information Services, Library Role, Library Services, Library Surveys

Plamer, Eileen M., Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1996
Reviews the efforts of Michigan public libraries to create local and statewide electronic information services. Highlights include Internet access; libraries' roles in the community; networking climate; three local and regional projects; and statewide initiatives, including those of the state library. (LRW)
Descriptors: Community Programs, Information Services, Internet, Library Role
Owens, Major R.; Braverman, Miriam – 1974
Information can play a vital role in assisting inner city residents to cope with major survival problems. The provision of supportive information increases the effectiveness of all types of advocacy. The limited success achieved by recent library outreach programs in the inner city is partially due to the absence of a commitment to advocacy by the…
Descriptors: Advocacy, Citizen Participation, Community Information Services, Daily Living Skills

Department of the Interior, Washington, DC. Office of Library Services. – 1980
Preparatory and follow-up activities as well as proceedings are described in this report of a conference that brought representatives of 103 tribes together to discuss and lay the groundwork for comprehensive improvement of library and information services for Indian communities served by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Chapters I, II, and III…
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Reservations, American Indians, Community Information Services