Pubdate: Fri, 24 Jul 1998
Source: San Jose Mercury News (CA)
Contact:  http://www.sjmercury.com/

BORED? VISIT THE LIBRARY

REGARDING Audrey Lanward's letter of July 20 on children, boredom and
drugs: Although not the answer to boredom for all, parents and children
could probably better utilize a facility already provided by the community
(government) -- the library. They are safe, clean, and chock full of
interesting, exciting, educational and fun materials. They give us the
opportunity to exercise our brains -- it's kind of neat to get smart.

For those of us who were fortunate enough to have parents who encouraged us
to use libraries at an early age, we are never bored because there is so
much to read. Although it may not be ``cool,''' parents who want a good and
satisfying life for their children should take them to the library at an
early age. Ask the staff to introduce and expose them to the varied and
wonderful material therein.

Adults who are suffering from boredom may also explore this cure.

- -- Ray Gardner, Watsonville

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