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Public Libraries: Essential Infrastructure For The Public Humanities, Stephen Podgajny Jan 2015

Public Libraries: Essential Infrastructure For The Public Humanities, Stephen Podgajny

Maine Policy Review

Public libraries are a key component in the delivery of local humanities programs in Maine. Stephen Podgajny, executive director of the Portland (Maine) Public Library, outlines how public library infrastructure and resources support the humanities as collectors of humanities-related material, conveners and presenters of humanities programs, as collaborators with other humanities organizations, and as conservators of local historical collections. The author also discusses the future of public humanities and public libraries.


Maine Public Libraries Jan 2013

Maine Public Libraries

Maine Policy Review

Map of Maine public libraries, by collection size.


Homeschoolers And Public Libraries: A Synergistic Relationship, Cynthia Jennings Jan 2013

Homeschoolers And Public Libraries: A Synergistic Relationship, Cynthia Jennings

Maine Policy Review

Homeschoolers are commonly heavy users of their local libraries. this article discusses how libraries can become educational “hubs” for for homeschoolers by developing programs and services to support this burgeoning population.


The Public Library In The Community: Governance And Funding, Barbara Mcdade Jan 2013

The Public Library In The Community: Governance And Funding, Barbara Mcdade

Maine Policy Review

Barbara McDade’s article looks at the varied ways Maine public libraries are governed and funded, and the sustainability challenges they face.