by Emma Davey Few institutions are more critical to sustaining a vibrant community than our local libraries. Not just a place to check out books, their robust programming benefits locals from all walks of life — toddlers listening to story time, immigrants taking English classes, and crafters looking to improve their skills, to name a few.
Unfortunately, mid-year budget cuts from Mayor Eric Adams’ administration mean that Brooklyn Public Library, Queens Public Library, and The New York Public…
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Why Sunday when most people are off and can use the Library? Why not a Tuesday or another week day? This is so frustrating.