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How big is the library?Are there a lot of libraries in the U.S.?Is library use up at the Addison Public Library?Can I calculate how much money I save when I use my library card?Will my Addison Library card allow me to check out books, movies, music, and other materials from other libraries?What are the cafe's hours?
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Q: How big is the library?
A: It is 54,600 square feet. The old library was approximately 27,000 square feet, so the libray has doubled its size.
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Q: Are there a lot of libraries in the U.S.?
A: There are now more public library buildings in the U.S. than there are McDonald’s — a total of 16,592, including branches.
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Q: Is library use up at the Addison Public Library?
A: Addison checked out more items in January than it had ever checked out in one month. In fact, library use nationwide continues to rise: Public library visits exceed 1.3 billion, and libraries circulate more items than Fed Ex ships – more than 2.1 billion books, CDs, DVDs and more.
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Q: Can I calculate how much money I save when I use my library card?
A: You can. Under the About Us section, Library Statistics has a link to a calculator. Follow the link and enter the materials you have checked out or used while at the library. You may be surprised by how much you have saved.
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Q: Will my Addison Library card allow me to check out books, movies, music, and other materials from other libraries?
A: Your Addison Library card will work at most other Illinois public libraries. Your card must be "in good standing," which means not expired and no fines. Some libraries will only allow their own patrons to check out new items, so be sure to call ahead before you travel to another library.
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Q: What are the cafe's hours?
A: The cafe, Perks and Possibilities, open Monday through Thursday from 9 to 11 am. The cafe is closed on school holidays. It is operated by the transition students from DuPage High School District 88 as part of their job training.
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