It has been ten years since the Richmond Public Library was dubbed the “Library of the Future” for its innovation. Changes instituted at this small branch library have been emulated at libraries across the country, including many New Jersey libraries.

“The willingness to change among librarians came after surveys of patrons found that they rarely raved about the depth of a collection or its organization.They tend to come and spend time at a library where there are friendly people, some comfortable seating,” said Sarabeth Kalajian, who heads the library system for Sarasota County. “Maybe some aspect of the collection is important to them, but it’s mainly just their basic need for information.”

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