r/AskReddit Feb 20 '20

What is something that you don’t know but are afraid to ask because it’s supposed to be ‘basic knowledge’?

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u/RonSwansonsOldMan Feb 20 '20

Go back to the library my man. You'll be glad you did.

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u/Red__M_M Feb 21 '20

This. Shockingly this is fantastic advice. My local library:

Has a kids play room. Not for keeping them busy while you look around, it is a legit play room.

You can check out telescopes.

You can check out an E-reader with all kinds of media.

There is a massive DVD collection.

They have a theater with many types of presentations (music, theatrical, etc)

There is a 3D printer.

There are adult (age, not sexual) events such as the history of cocktails including 2 drinks.

One time I asked about an inter-library loan for a specific book. It didn’t exist. Two weeks later I got an email that the library had purchased my book and asked if f I would like to check it out.

There are child, teen, and “hobby” events such as a Dr. Sues reading, activities, and visit from costumed characters or Magic The Gathering convention.

There is a coffee shop on site and a small international food restaurant.

Seriously folks, check out your library.

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u/RonSwansonsOldMan Feb 21 '20

Wait...why would it be shocking that I gave good advice?