The Seattle Public Library has unleashed Books on Bikes, a full service library on wheels.
The pilot program will bring library services to popular community events via bike this summer. The book bikes will also cater their load to the event they are attending. Think LGBT material for the Gay Pride Parade or kids books for a pop-up storytime at a neighborhood park or books on music and folk culture for the FolkLife Festival.
A total of 11 Library staff members make up the Books on Bikes team. The trailer was developed and constructed by Colin Stevens, who runs Haulin’ Colin in Seattle. It was specially designed to handle a lot of weight, as well as display books and other materials on the built-in shelves. It has a handy umbrella holder to keep books from getting wet if it rains.
Here is the video of the launch featuring Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn biking along with the Book Bikes
h/t Slog