Ok, so this weeks unplugged is actually the complete opposite. Its all about the Library being PLUGGED-IN.
Ok, before I even start on this. WTF is this poster? Oh my god, it looks like Gandalf the Purple, the love child of C-3PO and HK-47 (KOTOR), and Generic Pink Hair Space Pirate Girl (Or maybe U-la-la's sister...). Oh Wizards of the coast, you positively SLAY me.
The event is sponsored by the Wizards of the Coast and ILoveLibraries.Org. It is set to contain a mix of Board and Video Games (Probably Magic the Gathering, and Magic Online...).
So, How do I feel about this? Well, as a gamer I think it is exciting that gaming has reached such mainstream attention that Libraries are starting to pay attention.
On the other hand, as a well rounded individual I am not sure I like it. I have always looked at my library as a quiet place I could go to study, read, or research without being distracted by my surroundings. I can imagine someone coming into the library, seeing this event, and walking straight out of the door.
Of course, I assume this was an inevitable (and not necessarily recent) development considering the growth of the technology age and the internet. First it was cd's, then Graphic Novels, then DVDS, and now Video Games. Even my local library has a WEEKLY Wii Wednesday (Other branches have it on different nights, it is a rotating event) so this shouldn't be all that surprising.
There is another perspective to this as well. This event will get people (and not just kids) into their libraries and see how libraries have adapted in the last 10 years.
For a list of participating libraries, try here.
So, get out of your mom's basement and check it out. You might make a friend!
~K
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