Jerusalem's Network Of Public Lending Libraries /Reading Stations - תחנות קריאה
Channel: Daniel Rosehill
Date: 2022-04-08

One of the innovative features of Jerusalem is a network of public reading libraries modeled after bus stops. 

In large measure, the existence of this vibrant lending library is a reflection of Jerusalem's unique demographic composition -- observant Jews, which constitute a large proportion of the Jewish population, do not use electricity on Shabbat. Therefore, reading physical books over the Shabbat remains an enormously popular pursuit. 

The lending libraries operate on a trust system and offer books in different languages reflecting the different demographics in the city. They are situated alongside the Park HaMesila - so one can read a book outside during a pleasant summer's afternoon.

More info:

https://www.firststation.co.il/en/street-library-reading-station/
https://modestjerusalem.com/2017/05/10/have-you-been-to-jerusalems-reading-stations/

Instance of vandalism at the book station last summer:
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/beloved-jerusalem-book-exchange-set-on-fire-books-destroyed-646786

Alleged looting activity also occurred here:
https://www.afteraliyah.com/news/exclusive-book-bandits-looting-jerusalem-free-reading-stations/
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