Checking out what libraries have to offer

What do you think of when you hear the word “library”? Maybe it’s stack of books and a librarian peeking through the stacks, reminding you be quiet.

But, what about poetry slams, free seeds and even yoga classes? Today’s episode is all about public libraries!

We’ll hear from representatives from the Nashville Public Library about about some of the incredible and even unconventional resources it offers. Then, we’ll head to McMinnville to see how the local library serves rural communities.

Guests:

• Ed Brown, public information officer for the Nashville Public Library

• Brad Walker, director at the Magness Public Library in McMinnville

• Pat Bashir, children’s services manager for the Nashville Public Library’s Main Library

• Niq Tognoni, Studio NPL manager

• Dyondre Thomas, student and president of Music Industry Collective at MTSU

• Elliott Robinson, program specialist in Special Collections Division at Nashville Public Library