Lending Library

by Saffron Caudle

Palazzo Grande’s Lending Library

In honor of National Returned Borrowed Books Week (March 1-7), I would like to re-introduce you to the lending library at the Palazzo Grande. The library is located on the 2nd floor, just off of the billiard’ s room and to the left of the night manager ’ s office. All residents are welcome to utilize the library. The lending library is open during regular amenity hours of 6am-12am.

What is a Lending Library?

The lending library functions on the "leave a book, take a book" thought process. A lending library is a great way to limit clutter and share your books with others. It lets you clear books out of your home and share them with someone else. A lending library also helps you contribute to your local community. Not only is our free library an efficient way to clear out your old books, but it also has the added benefit of providing books to other readers who may not have easyaccess to reading materials. In addition to providing books to those who may not have them, a lending library also gives you a chance to connect with other people in your community.

What are the rules of Lending Library?

Anyone may take a book or share a book (I've also seen DVDs and games in there!), The library functions on the honor system. You do not need to share a book in order to take one, but if you take a book or two from the library, try to bring some to share, when you can.

The Library Needs Volunteers!

Do you have some extra time to volunteer? Your neighbors are looking for some active volunteers that are willing to keep your library clean, attractive, organized, and in good shape. If you're interested in helping out, feel free to start right away!

For Those of you With Little Ones

While this library is primarily for adults, bringing your little ones with you can give children their first glimpse of this phenomenon. By allowing children to see you sharing your books with others, you allow them to see – in a very literal manner – how the act of reading connects us to other readers in meaningful ways. And isn ’t that what reading is all about? If you are sick, don ’t share books in your library until you are symptom-free Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer every time you use the library Do not gather with others at the lending Library. Social distancing is critical to flattening the curve and slowing the spread of the coronavirus

Keeping it Safe

If you are sick, don’t share books in your library until you are symptom-free

Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer every time you use the library

Do not gather with others at the lending Library. Social distancing is critical to flattening the curve and slowing the spread of the coronavirus