Nashville library’s “secret menu” includes free streaming, seeds, more

People borrowed more than 7 million items from the Nashville Public Library last year, but a deeper look at the data might surprise you.

Why it matters: A Nashville library card isn’t just about books anymore. Residents also have access to tool boxes, Taylor Swift’s vinyl records and cherry tomato seeds.

  • The full catalogue is like the “secret menu” at Starbucks — but it isn’t supposed to be a secret.

By the numbers: More than 266,600 people have Nashville library cards, according to the library’s latest figures.

  • Davidson County has a population of 716,000, leaving plenty of room for growth.

The big picture: As part of its campaign, the library is highlighting lesser known benefits of a library card.

🎨 As we’ve mentioned before, you can decorate your home with a selection of fine art that is available to rent…

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