Libraries are community information centers. The library can help. Almost every library has a collection of community resource materials. Many, like the Pikes Peak Library in Colorado, post information on their Web sites. Community bulletin boards and information racks also provide easy access.
Libraries foster community identity.
No two libraries are alike. They are funded mainly with local tax dollars. Their collections are designed to serve the unique needs of their communities. Local history collections provide a direct link to the history and traditions of each community. Libraries are a source of community pride.