'Libraries are one of, if not the only, last, true community hub where you can just be here and no one's expected to buy anything.' See where you can find everything from free online classes to language apps.
The oldest, continuously run library in Texas is also creating safe spaces. Step inside Rosenberg Library.
The same is true of libraries in and around the Houston area. Here's a snapshot of some of the programs and services you can find.A free library card here means access to a number of free resources, including Brainfuse, free online tutoring covering subjects from kindergarten to college; Udemy, a staff favorite for free online classes in everything from music to conflict resolution; and Mango Languages, a free in-depth language learning app.
"We have a lot of people who come just because they're experiencing mental health problems, or they need a break. We're here to listen... we can do that. And we have so many wonderful reading spaces that you can just sit in quiet and air conditioned," Pulliam said.
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