Veganism Social

🖐️ Alan Taylor 🎬 📚Go to Oxford! <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> 📯<a href="https://digital.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://digital.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/</a> 📯

INTENTIONALLY blank<a href="https://kolektiva.social/@DoomsdaysCW" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@DoomsdaysCW</a> Many libraries in metro areas in the Southwestern US have:Citizen Science Kits Stuff-braries (knitting looms, knitting kits, gardening kits, bakeware, tools, hiking gear, etc) Seed Libraries Maker spaces (sewing machines, laser cutters, podcast studios, music/sound equipment Free online learning databases Free Streaming Video Services Free music streaming services And, of course, books, magazines, DVDs and CDs.These are all great for reducing consumption, continuing education, and a host of other activities.But, if we don't use them, we lose them, so please get a library card and use it. Buy or donate books to/from a Friends program (the non-profit arm of the library that gathers funding and resources for many programs).<a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://universeodon.com/tags/Librarian" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Librarian</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Tennessee" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Tennessee</a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NashvillePublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NashvillePublicLibrary</a>, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Goodlettsville" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Goodlettsville</a> Branch Spring <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PlantSwap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PlantSwap</a> / <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedExchange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedExchange</a> When: Saturday, April 5, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Where: GoodlettsvilleDescription: "Do you have too many seeds, seedlings, or plants? Bring your extras and share with the community. Don't forget to checkout seeds from our Seed Exchange!" Contact: Goodlettsville (615) 862-5862 <a href="https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?b=de&href=/public/cals/MainCal/CAL-8a3e8e4b-93073382-0194-95829436-00002ce4.ics" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?b=de&href=/public/cals/MainCal/CAL-8a3e8e4b-93073382-0194-95829436-00002ce4.ics</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSwap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSwap</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSharing</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PlantSwap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PlantSwap</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BuildingCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Gardening" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Gardening</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Tennessee" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Tennessee</a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NashvillePublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NashvillePublicLibrary</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedExchange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedExchange</a>"The Seed Exchange offers access to local librarians who will support, coach, and cheer you on as you grow your own home, school, church, or community garden. The best part about our Seed Exchange: it’s free! All you need is a library card."Borrow Seeds"Use your library card to borrow vegetable, herb, and flower seeds at Main Library and select branches. Find a Seed Exchange location near you. Borrowing seeds is free. All you need is a Nashville Public Library card." Grow Plants"NPL’s Seed Exchange offers access to local librarians who will support, coach and cheer you on as you grow your own home, school, church or community garden. We’re also working with local farmers, gardeners and community agencies to offer free gardening workshops throughout the year."Return Seeds"Once the season is over, harvest seeds from your garden and return them to the library. We ask that you follow certain protocol when harvesting seeds to share with the Seed Exchange. We want people who take seed to get what was on the label and we want to protect from passing on disease."Additionally, we are always looking for <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OpenPollinated" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OpenPollinated</a>, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/HeirloomSeeds" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#HeirloomSeeds</a> from anyone in the community who is willing to share, a little or a lot."Our Seed Protocol [linked below] includes guidelines for properly saving and preparing seeds to share."<a href="https://library.nashville.org/events/seed-exchange" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://library.nashville.org/events/seed-exchange</a>Seed protocol: <a href="https://library.nashville.org/about/policies/seed-protocol" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://library.nashville.org/about/policies/seed-protocol</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSharing</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BuildingCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Gardening" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Gardening</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Michigan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Michigan</a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibraryOfThings</a>"Welcome to a new era of borrowing at the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/WestlandPublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WestlandPublicLibrary</a>—where you can borrow experiences, hobbies, and tools just as easily as you borrow books. What is the Library of Things?"The Library of Things allows you to borrow physical objects for use at home or on the go. You now have access to a diverse collection of items that cater to your curiosity and interests. From tools to help your next household project to craft kits that awaken your artistic side, our collection is designed to inspire and enrich your life."Who can check out Library of Things items?"Library of Things items can be checked out by Westland residents age 18 and older."Borrowing limits"Eligible patrons may borrow a maximum of two items at any given time. Library of Things items have a two week loan period and cannot be renewed."Items include: Board games, puzzles, sports equipment, outdoor recreation, tech accessories, digital tools, audio equipment, arts and crafts, gardening, ghost hunting, outdoor exploration, cooking and baking equipment, cleaning and organizing equipment, event supplies, hand tools, automotive tools, measurement and precision tools, and more!FMI: <a href="https://westlandlibrary.org/featured-collections/library-of-things/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://westlandlibrary.org/featured-collections/library-of-things/</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Libraries</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesOfThings</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SharingEconomy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BorrowDontBuy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Degrowth</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CircularEconomy</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Missouri" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Missouri</a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/JoplinMO" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#JoplinMO</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PublicLibrary</a> Shares Spring Ideas of Books and Thingsby: Wendi Douglas Posted: Mar 10, 2025 / 04:41 PM CDT "SPRING" LIBRARY RESOURCES - Cleaning/Organizing, Gardening & Donating!SPRING CLEANING"With Spring around the corner, Joplin Public Library can help you get your home and garden prepped for the new season!"Spring is the time to tackle the cleaning and repairing you've put off all winter. Check out a book on decluttering, a complete guide to cleaning the whole house, or handy hints on storage, repairs, and maintenance."Need a tool for spring cleaning? Check out the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibraryOfThings</a> for a professional carpet cleaner, a household tool kit, or a dryer vent cleaning system."Just need something to listen to while you clean? Libby and hoopla have great audiobooks you can stream from your devices!SPRING GARDENING"If you have a garden you want to get ready for Spring, you'll want to be certain to use Library resources as well!"The annual plant swap on March 29 is a great place to meet fellow plant lovers and get new plants, cuttings, and seeds!"Browse the book selection for instructions on vegetable gardening, flower gardening and more. If you're more of a visual learning, stream Great Courses How to Grow Anything on Kanopy using your JPL card!"Just dipping your toes into gardening? Check out our gardening set from the Library of Things and try before you buy!DONATIONS ACCEPTED"Also, if you`re decluttering and wondering where to go with your gently used books, movies, and magazines. Bring them to the Library."The Joplin Public Library accepts donations of GENTLY USED books, DVDs, CDs and recent issues of popular magazines. As part of their volunteer duties, Friends of the Joplin Public Library manage the donated items and the sale shelf. Funds raised will help to support the Friends in their mission of enhancing and supporting the Library. They would love to have your items to sell."<a href="https://www.fourstateshomepage.com/news/living-well/joplin-public-library-shares-spring-ideas-of-books-and-things/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.fourstateshomepage.com/news/living-well/joplin-public-library-shares-spring-ideas-of-books-and-things/</a>For details: Joplin Public Library | www.joplinpubliclibrary.org/<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Libraries</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesOfThings</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SharingEconomy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BorrowDontBuy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Degrowth</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CircularEconomy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibraryOfThings</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Florida" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Florida</a>: Donations wanted for <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OrlandoFL" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#OrlandoFL</a> and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/JacksonvilleFL" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#JacksonvilleFL</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibraryOfThings</a>!"The <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CenterForBiologicalDiversity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CenterForBiologicalDiversity</a> fights not only to protect wildlife and wild lands in Florida but also to address the underlying causes of the extinction crisis, including the excessive production and consumption of new products."That’s why we’re excited to announce that we’re working with <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Shareable" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Shareable</a> and other partners to establish Library of Things pilot projects in Orlando and Jacksonville."A Library of Things is a shared community resource where useful items can be borrowed just like books that are in circulation for years, reducing the demand to produce new goods that destroy habitat, generate greenhouse gases, create pollution, and harm wildlife."Sharing also disrupts the current U.S. economic model that demands endless growth through the constant purchasing of new things. It challenges the traditional consumerist mindset that drives overproduction and leads to items getting thrown away after only a few uses."You can support this effort by donating items from the library’s wish lists. Whether it's a bicycle repair kit for someone who bikes for transportation, kitchen items for a new university student, or a generator for emergency preparedness, every item counts. By donating, you’ll help neighbors save money and push back against the culture of consumerism. Here's how it works"The Jacksonville Library of Things pilot, located at University of North Florida dormitories, is looking for donations of board games, kitchen items, phone chargers and tools to be used by students living in the dorms, based on a needs assessment conducted with students in partnership with the University."The Central Florida Tool Library (serving Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) is seeking donations related to disaster preparation and response, as well as home repair and maintenance. These items were identified based on conversations between community members and our partner, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CentralFloridaMutualAid" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CentralFloridaMutualAid</a>. "Each wish list notes whether the item can be gently used or refurbished or must be new. (Certain products must be new for the libraries to ensure they meet safety and fire code standards. But purchasing these items once to be shared among the community prevents each future borrower from buying more.)"Links to secondhand and refurbished sites are included where possible. The wish lists also provide a desired quantity of each item. Once the maximum number of items is claimed, you’ll see the request has been fulfilled. The mailing address to send the products for inclusion in the Library of Things can be found in the wish list."Original article: <a href="https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/programs/population_and_sustainability/sustainability/library_of_things" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/programs/population_and_sustainability/sustainability/library_of_things</a><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CentralFlorida" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CentralFlorida</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ToolLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ToolLibrary</a> Wishlist: <a href="https://sokindregistry.org/registry/CFLToolLibrary" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://sokindregistry.org/registry/CFLToolLibrary</a>Jacksonville Library of Things Wishlist: <a href="https://sokindregistry.org/registry/JaxFLLOT" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://sokindregistry.org/registry/JaxFLLOT</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Libraries</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesOfThings</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SharingEconomy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BorrowDontBuy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Degrowth</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CircularEconomy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibraryOfThings</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/UK" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#UK</a>: New <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibraryOfThings</a> offers help in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ToughTimes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ToughTimes</a>'Ben Mellor, 8 March 2025"A new Library of Things will 'reduce waste' and help people struggling for money, organisers say."It will operate from <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BeestonLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BeestonLibrary</a> in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Nottinghamshire" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Nottinghamshire</a> and open in the coming weeks, although an exact date has not yet been set."The service will allow people to borrow <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/HouseholdItems" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#HouseholdItems</a>, rather than books, such as carpet cleaners, sewing machines, and children's party sets."Fiona Hartley, an organiser, said: 'These are typically things that might be a bit more expensive, and then you only use them once or twice, and then they sit in your cupboard unused.'"She said times were tough at the moment and "this is just something that helps people save a bit of money and a bit of space in their homes"."The project has received funding from the Beeston Civic Society and Broxtowe Borough Council to help with the purchase of items - totalling £1,500."This money will be spent on purchasing supplies and items to stock the library."Ms Hartley said there was a 'growing movement' behind Libraries of Things nationwide. Similar projects have been set up across the wider <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/EastMidlands" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#EastMidlands</a>."Peter Cribb, the district manager at Inspire, which runs Beeston Library, said he was 'excited at the potential'."'It's not something we've done before, you know we do loan out non-book items, but they're on a one-off basis,' he said."When the service starts, people will use an app to book an item they wish to use. Library staff will then retrieve the item."The maintenance of the items and the app will be operated and paid for by the volunteer groups, Mr Cribb said, and the library's role is to act as storage."Karrie Stainer is the chairwoman of the volunteers and said she first had the idea for the Library of Things over one year ago."However, she struggled to secure funding for the project until recently."'The underlying motivation really comes from <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/environmental" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#environmental</a> issues, not being wasteful of stuff, not throwing stuff away,' she said."Source: <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y4pyl70yvo" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y4pyl70yvo</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Libraries</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesOfThings</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SharingEconomy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BorrowDontBuy</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Degrowth</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CircularEconomy</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MonroeCountyMI" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MonroeCountyMI</a> - Got a library card? You can check-out a free <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GardenPlot" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#GardenPlot</a> in Monroeby Susan Nolan Wisler, March 23, 2025MONROE COUNTY — "Now that it's spring, it’s time to reserve your community garden plot. Monroe County has several options, including some plots that can be checked-out free with a library card. Monroe County Library System"'The <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BedfordBranchLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BedfordBranchLibrary</a> and the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BlueBushBranchLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BlueBushBranchLibrary</a> both have garden plots that patrons can utilize. It is very similar to borrowing a book, but you 'check-out' a garden plot for the whole growing season. You can find them in our online catalog,' said Barbra Krueger, who works in community outreach for the Monroe County Library System."The Bedford Branch, 8575 Jackman Road in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TemperanceMI" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#TemperanceMI</a>, has 10 garden beds; four are still available. The Blue Bush Branch, 2210 Blue Bush Road in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MonroeMI" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MonroeMI</a>, has four beds that are all still available.[...]"Today, Blue Bush offers gardeners use of <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/rainwater" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#rainwater</a> collection barrels, a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CompostBin" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CompostBin</a> and a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GardenShed" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#GardenShed</a>, which was purchased by the Friends of the Frenchtown Area Library. Inside the shed are gloves, rakes, hoes and trowels. Blue Bush also has a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a>." Learn more: <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/local/2025/03/23/community-garden-plots-raised-beds-monroe-county-library-system-munson-park-st-mary-organic-garden/82563173007/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/local/2025/03/23/community-garden-plots-raised-beds-monroe-county-library-system-munson-park-st-mary-organic-garden/82563173007/</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Michigan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Michigan</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BuildingCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CommunityGardens" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CommunityGardens</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FoodSecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FoodSecurity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> !

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BurlingtonVT" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BurlingtonVT</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PublicLibrary</a> restarts <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PlantExchange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PlantExchange</a> programby EMMA FLETCHER-FRAZER, Mar 13, 2025BURLINGTON — "The Burlington Public Library brought back this week its popular plant exchange program.The Plant/#SeedSwap program uses a shelf within the library that holds a variety of <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/seeds" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#seeds</a>, starts and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/propagations" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#propagations</a>."Source: <a href="https://www.goskagit.com/news/local_news/burlington-public-library-restarts-plant-exchange-program/article_33dedc12-ff9a-11ef-a11a-9b4ec2643a9f.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.goskagit.com/news/local_news/burlington-public-library-restarts-plant-exchange-program/article_33dedc12-ff9a-11ef-a11a-9b4ec2643a9f.html</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PlantSwap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PlantSwap</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Vermont" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Vermont</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MattapoisettMA" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MattapoisettMA</a> Library <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedExchange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedExchange</a>March 10, 2025"The <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MattapoisettLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MattapoisettLibrary</a> is excited to announce the return of our well-loved <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> Program! As the days get longer and the snow melts away, it’s the perfect time for local gardeners and nature enthusiasts to prepare for spring planting. Whether you’re starting a brand-new garden or looking to expand your collection, our Seed Library is restocked and ready for you."This season, we’re offering a hearty selection of staples such as herbs, beets, tomatoes, kale, peas, and corn. We also have flowers to enhance any landscape! Supplies are limited. Please take only what you need so we have plenty for everyone."Seeds do not need to be returned. However, we encourage patrons to bring in any seeds they’ve collected or no longer need when they come by to check out new ones. And while you’re here, visit our <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibraryOfThings</a> for all the tools and kits you need to dig in and grow your garden, including Soil Testing Kits, Soil Block Kits, Tillers, and more!"The Seed Library is free and open to everyone, regardless of gardening experience. Patrons only need an active SAILS library card to participate!"Don’t have a library card yet? No worries! Just bring your ID, and you can sign up for one when you visit to browse our seed selection. Library cards are free and provide access to resources offered at the MFPL and surrounding SAILS libraries."Come by 7 Barstow Street in Mattapoisett and borrow what you need to start your garden today! For more information, visit the library, email mfpl@sailsinc.org, or call us at 508-758-4171."Source: <a href="https://www.wanderer.com/happenings/mattapoisett-library-seed-exchange/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.wanderer.com/happenings/mattapoisett-library-seed-exchange/</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedySunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedySunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Massachusetts" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Massachusetts</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a>

BookI went a little silly at the library today. These were so heavy. Threads from the Refugee Crisis - Kate Evans Ghosted Compendium - Williamson et al Dragman - Steven Appleby The Outsider - Camus/Albert Kurumado Ryota I Escaped a Chinese Internment Camp - Azim, del Col, Adams<a href="https://beige.party/tags/Bookstodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Bookstodon</a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/BookHaul" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BookHaul</a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/GraphicNovel" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#GraphicNovel</a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#libraries</a> <a href="https://beige.party/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ElkRapidsMI" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#ElkRapidsMI</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/library" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#library</a> starts seed library, offers <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FreeSeeds" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FreeSeeds</a> for <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CommunityGardening" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CommunityGardening</a>by Marc Schollett, March 16th 2025ANTRIM COUNTY, Mich,. (WPBN/WGTU) - - "With temperatures rising across northern <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Michigan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Michigan</a>, folks with green thumbs are gardens are already thinking of what they'll plant this spring, but a northern Michigan library maybe one step ahead of them and lending a helping hand at the same time."'Libraries are a place where people come together for community,' said Emily Spielbauer, Elk Rapids District Library."The Elk Rapids District Library isn't huge, but what it offers the community it serves is gigantic."'I mean, it feels great to know that you're serving the community or feeling a need,' said Spielbauer."Inside, a ton of books, but it's what just appeared in their lobby this week that may have folks stopping to take a second look."Ultimately right now we're really excited about the opening of our seed library in which people can come and get seeds," said Spielbauer."It is a library inside a library."So we've got a lot of produce, a lot of different types of things that you can eat. We have a small section of flowers, but the idea is that we're offering a source of food for the community," said Spielbauer."Right in the corner, is the library's seed library, hundreds of packets, of dozens of different things you can grow in your garden."'So the seeds are a self-service station. People do not have to give their name or anything. They can just come in and take what they will use,' said Spielbauer."The seeds are free, but there is a tremendous perk for getting them here that you just don't get buying them at the store."'You get these green thumbs together and they start talking about their favorite things to grow. And like I said, sharing tips and tricks together,' said Spielbauer."The seed library offers all the things you might expect to grow here in Northern Michigan...and a few that have sparked some curiosity."'One thing that I've not seen go and I'm really interested if someone would report back is the okra. Like I don't know how to grow it and we've got a lot of okra seeds,' said Spielbauer."A lot of seeds, thanks to a lot of donations."Read more: <a href="https://upnorthlive.com/news/local/elk-rapids-library-starts-seed-library-offers-free-seeds-for-community-gardening" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://upnorthlive.com/news/local/elk-rapids-library-starts-seed-library-offers-free-seeds-for-community-gardening</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSharing</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BuildingCommunity</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RoxburyNewJersey" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RoxburyNewJersey</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafe" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafe</a> coming in MayFeb 26, 2025 Updated Feb 27, 2025 ROXBURY TWP. - "It's time to pull out all those broken or neglected items out of the dark corners, so they can be fixed. Thanks to a new partnership among the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RoxburyPublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RoxburyPublicLibrary</a>, the Lake Hopatcong Foundation and Roxbury Township Recycling, Roxbury’s inaugural Repair Café on May 3 and October 18 will give the Roxbury community an awesome opportunity to bring in beloved items for free repairs. "Right now the Repair organizers, spearheaded by Roxbury Public Library’s Sam Fellman, are looking to confirm volunteer '<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/fixers" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#fixers</a>' available to help on May 3. Specifically, the Repair Café needs volunteers for: computers/electronics, jewelry, knife sharpening, toys and watches and clocks. "'Sharing your skills to fix household items can help reduce waste and protect our <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/environment" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#environment</a> while passing along valuable <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/knowledge" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#knowledge</a>,' said Lake Hopatcong Foundation Education and Outreach Director Patrick Krudop. 'It’s a meaningful way to make a lasting impact.' "Anyone who is interested in knowing more or would like to help should complete this form or email sam.fellman@roxburylibrary.org by March 14. Questions can also be directed to the Library at (973) 584-2400."'Once we confirm all the fixers, we will be able to announce to the public the different categories our Repair Café will offer,' said Fellman. 'We hope, with as many volunteers helping as possible, to offer a wide-variety of categories.'"Repair Cafés are becoming increasingly popular within communities, often taking place in libraries, houses or worship, and community centers. Additional information about the May 3 event will be available once all fixers and categories are confirmed."Original article: <a href="https://www.newjerseyhills.com/west_morris_reporter/news/roxbury-repair-care-coming-in-may/article_5aa83fbe-f46e-11ef-9abe-8fb1f3fc62d8.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.newjerseyhills.com/west_morris_reporter/news/roxbury-repair-care-coming-in-may/article_5aa83fbe-f46e-11ef-9abe-8fb1f3fc62d8.html</a>Archived version: <a href="https://archive.ph/ynCPx" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://archive.ph/ynCPx</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NewJerseyRepairCafes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#NewJerseyRepairCafes</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafe" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafe</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FixIt" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FixIt</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Alabama" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Alabama</a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Tuscaloosa" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Tuscaloosa</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PublicLibrary</a> to host second <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafe" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafe</a>by Allen Smith Mar 2, 2025 "Tuscaloosa Public Library to host second Repair Cafe"Do you miss wearing your favorite pair of old jeans or using an old household item?"Tuscaloosa Public Library is hosting its second Repair Cafe on March 22 from noon to 3 p.m."Volunteers will have stations for different categories of items and will also be there to teach attendees how to repair some items themselves."Organizers are also hoping to save space in local landfills."Source: <a href="https://www.wvua23.com/news/tuscaloosa-public-library-to-host-2nd-repair-cafe/article_c31c1184-f7ec-11ef-b01b-2f32ceacc456.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.wvua23.com/news/tuscaloosa-public-library-to-host-2nd-repair-cafe/article_c31c1184-f7ec-11ef-b01b-2f32ceacc456.html</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RepairCafesAlabama" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RepairCafesAlabama</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FixIt" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FixIt</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/California" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#California</a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MariposaCounty" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MariposaCounty</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Library" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Library</a> Offers New <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> at the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/RedCloudBranch" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#RedCloudBranch</a> in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GreeleyHill" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#GreeleyHill</a>, Also Available in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Mariposa" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Mariposa</a> Monday, 03 March 2025 06:39 March 3, 2025 – "Mariposa County Library officials announce that they now have a Seed Library at the Red Cloud Branch in Greeley Hill. We have vegetables, herbs, and flowers. "The way this works is you can stop by, take a few seeds, put them in baggies, write down instructions for planting them, and be on your way. We also invite users to leave their own seed donations."This project was in partnership with the Master Gardeners, who we are very grateful to! We also have a Seed Library at the Mariposa Branch that they assist with maintaining, on a regular basis."Source: <a href="https://goldrushcam.com/sierrasuntimes/index.php/news/local-news/65134-mariposa-county-library-offers-new-seed-library-at-the-red-cloud-branch-in-greeley-hill-also-available-in-mariposa" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://goldrushcam.com/sierrasuntimes/index.php/news/local-news/65134-mariposa-county-library-offers-new-seed-library-at-the-red-cloud-branch-in-greeley-hill-also-available-in-mariposa</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MariposaCA" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#MariposaCA</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BuildingCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a>! <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSharing</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedExchange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedExchange</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Gardening" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Gardening</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Louisiana" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Louisiana</a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/WestFelicianaParish" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WestFelicianaParish</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Library" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Library</a> launches a new <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a>Feb 18, 2025"Just in time for spring planting, the West Feliciana Parish Library announces the launch of its Seed Library — a community-driven initiative designed to make gardening accessible to everyone."The Seed Library allows patrons to 'borrow' seeds to grow their own food, flowers and herbs. Interested gardeners can take home seeds, plant them, enjoy the harvest, and, if possible, return seeds at the end of the season to keep the cycle going."This project was made possible through an <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LSU" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LSU</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/AgCenter" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#AgCenter</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/HealthyCommunitiesGrant" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#HealthyCommunitiesGrant</a> and is maintained in partnership with the LSU AgCenter's West Feliciana Parish Extension Office."'Our goal is to empower our community with the ability to grow fresh, healthy food while promoting <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/biodiversity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#biodiversity</a> and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SelfReliance" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SelfReliance</a>,' said Molly Porter, librarian. 'By participating, you're not just growing plants — you’re growing a stronger, more resilient community.'How to get seeds from the library:- Sign up: Fill out a Seed Library Patron Form and bring it to the circulation desk. - Pick your seeds: Choose from a variety of seeds that thrive in the local climate. Three per week limit. - Log your choices: Record the seeds you take in the binder to help track demand and replenish stock. - Plant and enjoy: Take the seeds home, plant and watch them grow. - Return seeds, if you can: If you save seeds from your harvest, bring some back to the library to share with others."Throughout the growing season, the library will offer workshops on gardening basics, seed saving and more."For details, visit www.wfplibrary.org/seeds or stop by the library to get started or contact (225) 245-3752, or mporter@wfplibrary.org <a href="https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/communities/st_francisville/west-feliciana-parish-library-launches-a-new-seed-library/article_d9f400fe-e8cb-11ef-8946-4b3a48ecf5de.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/communities/st_francisville/west-feliciana-parish-library-launches-a-new-seed-library/article_d9f400fe-e8cb-11ef-8946-4b3a48ecf5de.html</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSharing</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BuildingCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a>! <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSharing</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedExchange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedExchange</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Gardening" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Gardening</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FoodSecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FoodSecurity</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Texas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Texas</a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GreenThumbs" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#GreenThumbs</a>, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BookWorms" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BookWorms</a> team to create free seed library at <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LongviewPublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LongviewPublicLibrary</a>by Jordan Green Mar 6, 2025 "Something seedy is happening at the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Longview" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Longview</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#PublicLibrary</a>."The Gregg County Master Gardeners Association has partnered with library to create the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SproutAndShare" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SproutAndShare</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a>, which will allow novice and experienced gardeners alike to pick up free seeds to plant in their own gardens. The library and gardening association will host a grand opening and educational event at 10:30 a.m. Saturday [yesterday]."A member of the association sprouted the idea for the seed library, according to Shaniqua Davis, agent for the Texas AgriLife Extension Office in Gregg County. The seed library will be open to the public during the library’s operating hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. "Leah Shreves, technical services supervisor for the Longview Public Library, said the seed library will help people learn to produce their own food, whether they live in a home or in an apartment."'It’s a way to kind of try and help provide fresh and healthy foods that people can grow on their own to decrease their grocery bill and could also be a relaxing and rewarding hobby,' Shreves said. "'We’re wanting to give back to the community and give them options and learn that they can grow their own food.' "The library will have 16 varieties of plant seeds to start with, ranging from green beans and snap peas to watermelon and flower seeds. More than 800 seed packets will be stocked in the library when it opens. Patrons can pick up seven packets per visit. Each packet will have a QR code on it that people can scan, directing them to more information about the plant. "Master gardeners association members plan to offer at least one educational class per quarter that will be free to the public, Shreves said. During Saturday’s grand opening, gardeners will discuss some of the basics of gardening."The library is at 222 W. Cotton St. For more information, call (903) 237-1350." Original article: <a href="https://www.news-journal.com/news/local/green-thumbs-book-worms-team-to-create-free-seed-library-at-longview-public-library/article_cdc24ff8-fa04-11ef-a4c1-bbb2f34935f4.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.news-journal.com/news/local/green-thumbs-book-worms-team-to-create-free-seed-library-at-longview-public-library/article_cdc24ff8-fa04-11ef-a4c1-bbb2f34935f4.html</a>Archived version: <a href="https://archive.ph/91Eav#selection-3227.0-3236.8" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://archive.ph/91Eav#selection-3227.0-3236.8</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedBanks" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedBanks</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedLibrary</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LongviewTexas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LongviewTexas</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#BuildingCommunity</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#LibrariesRule</a>! <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSharing</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedExchange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedExchange</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Gardening" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#Gardening</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CommunityAgriculture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CommunityAgriculture</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeedSharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#SeedSharing</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FoodSecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#FoodSecurity</a>

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