There is nowhere on earth quite like a library. These massive buildings host more knowledge than a Harvard alumni, and more entertainment than Disneyworld.

Unfortunately, the Library system is failing. More and more people are electing not to read, and funding for these vital places is reaching an all time low. Luckily, the Capital Region's are about to get a little help.

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The Carnegie Corporation of New York

They may not be a more influential person to Libraries than Andrew Carnegie. The Scottish philanthropist was instrumental in bringing education to everyone across America by developing 1,681 free public libraries across the country in just 31 years .

Despite the fact that Carnegie himself is not around anymore, his foundation wants to continue his dream o

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