1. October 5, 2010 SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries

2. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Relaxation at the library cafe

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5. SNAPSHOT DAY Correctional Education Library

6. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries "Although it's a small library, you can get me almost anything through ILL from anywhere in the country." Nancy Elizabeth Nimmich, patron of Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County.

7. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Homework help through the library database

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10. SNAPSHOT DAY Public LibraryNever Too Early to enjoy the library

11. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries When I became unemployed, I couldnt even begin my job search without the assistance of the Norrisville Library. From helping me set up an email account to providing computer access to sharing their experiences with online classes, the library has given me both moral and practical support, patron of the Harford County Public Library.

12. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Community meetings at the library

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15. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries One of my first memories was going to the library with my mom. We took out Thumbelina and on the way home stopped to look at the beautiful pictures while she read to me. Ever since, the library has been a refuge for me. A safe place. A quiet place. Some where to read. To get information. To bring my children. To be alone and still be with people. I love the library and all that it offers. Perry W., patron of Charles

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17. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Play areas for young children encourage school readiness

18. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library A quiet place to read

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20. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries I work at a day care center and am sent over here frequently. I am asked to pick up 20-30 books on a subject and I usually find what Im looking for, with the help of the staff, Robin, a patron of the Harford County Public Library.

21. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Story time on the Raising Readers Rug

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23. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Early literacy computer station

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25. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Childrens Activity Centers

26. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Story time with Ike Leggett

27. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries The staff assisted me in earning my degree. I was computer challenged and they taught me computer skills, how to research and to use authoritative resources such as Ebsco and other online databases available through the librarys website.The library itself is fun to visit, but it is the staff who were fundamental in assisting in getting my degree and starting my small business. – Lisa Wallace, patron of Caroline County Public Library

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30. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Genealogy search

31. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries Public Library Teen gaming

32. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Young child using the self checkout

33. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries I now have a collection of healthy meals for my husband, she says. Im happy to report he has lost over 30 pounds and his blood sugar is in a healthy range. Thank you Caroline County Public Library! Becky Morean

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36. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Parade of strollers outside story time

37. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Silver Reader Bookmobile serves seniors

38. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries "There are some conversation clubs and I can meet many people from many countries. We can learn English here from good volunteers. We can share each country's culture at the Conversation Clubs. If there are no conversation clubs, we have no chance to practice English. I love libraries, especially Conversation Clubs." D.P. Hong, Germantown, Maryland

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40. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Relaxing and working together

41. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Dad and daughters visit story time

42. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Pajama party story time

43. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries, Public "The valuable array of services that I receive as a long time Montgomery County Resident. As a citizen, I see my tax dollars used so wisely by the library. I cherish my visits to Little Falls Library and respect the wisdom of the library staff. The Little Falls Library serves as a testament to the best that Montgomery County has to offer." Laura Sauer, patron of Montgomery County Public Libraries, Bethesda, Maryland

44. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Guest reader, Charles Short

45. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Maryland Library Association Quilt

46. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library A great place for tutoring

47. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries A library is a welcoming place. When my husband and I moved to St. Michaels in 2003 the first stop we made was at the St. Michaels library. Getting my library card made me feel like a trulybonafide member of our new community. Libraries are the clearest example of all that is best in a community and the librarians set the standard for making everyone feel welcome. Mary Robinson, Talbot County Free Library

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49. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Public use of computers is an all time high

50. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Gathering books to read

51. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Lap time with young children

52. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries I use this library because it is easily accessible for me and my handicapped daughter. My daughter is currently taking courses and uses your reference books. It is easy to park and get into. Everybody is so friendly and helpful here – it is so relaxing, wed love to bring in a cot and live here. Peggy Werner, patron of Harford County Public Library

53. SNAPSHOT DAY Southern Maryland Regional Library Inter-library loan trucks carry materials to all parts of the state

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55. SNAPSHOT DAY Public LibraryNever Too Early to learn skills

56. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Bookmobile brings library services to all ages

57. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life of Maryland Libraries I was without a car for nearly 8 months. I live in Hurlock, but work overnights in Easton (10 p.m. – 8 a.m.) This library saved my life during the long, hot summer of 2010! Incredibly friendly, welcoming and extremely knowledgeable staff, plus GREAT air-conditioning! I spent an average of 4 hrs. a day here. A patron of the Talbot County Free Library

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59. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Western Maryland Regional Library Database Advisory Board

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61. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Relaxing and reading the newspaper

62. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library AskUsNow! answers the 300,000 th question

63. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Searching the web, applying for jobs

64. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Reaching out to the whole community

65. SNAPSHOT DAY Public Library Story time promotes the imagination of young children

66. SNAPSHOT DAY One Day in the Life Of Maryland Libraries 108,000 visitors: Borrowing 160,000 items Answering 25,000 questions, including workforce assistance Researching databases 75,000 times! Teaching 336 classes