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  The Public Library and its community “Public libraries are dynamic, socially responsive institutions, a nexus of diversity, and a lifeline for the most vulnerable among us.”  Public libraries are seen as such important third-place institutions because they and their librarians have gradually assume greater responsibility beyond lending out books. In many communities, librarians are also ad hoc social workers and navigators. They help local people figure out the complexities of life, from navigating the health system to helping those with housing needs. This “go-to” role has influenced library programming and events, with libraries providing advice and connections to health, housing, literacy, and other areas. Other sectors, such as health care, increasingly see public libraries as the main access point to a community. For instance, the National Library of Medicine is helping local librarians to be more effective local navigators by    the regular hosting of webinar...

  Due to the unending Strike, The role of The Nigeria public Library in bridging the Gap of Knowledge acquisition and research Work between the School on strike and the student it becomes a matter of necessity when we realize that education as gone beyond the four walls of Classroom... The 21st century Public library now cater for the need of it community student .. providing them with the necessary information resources needed to meet her users Need...