Riding the train or the bus and have nothing to read? Don't have the money for a Nook or Kindle? Fullerton Public Library in southern California has the answer. Book vending machines!
The Fullerton Public Library has book vending machines at the Metrolink station. All you need for your busy commute is your library card. Here's what it says on their press release:
"Similar to a vending machine, a book is selected using a keypad and then dispensed through the swinging door at the bottom of the machine. A receipt indicating the due date is also provided. A convenient return bin is located next to the machine, allowing for easy return as you make your way to catch Metrolink, Amtrak, an OCTA bus, or visit one of the many restaurants or other entertainment establishments in Downtown Fullerton.
Funded by a Library Services and Technology Act Grant awarded by the California State Library, FPL will have the first book vending machine in Orange County. The machine, which has a 500-book capacity, is fully integrated with the Library's checkout system."
And just look what is available in the upper righthand corner?
We love you Fullerton Library!
I've read your article & thanks for sharing this kind of unknown info.
Posted by: Life After Death | July 09, 2012 at 11:02 PM
Next step -- an airport bookstore!
Posted by: Marie | July 10, 2012 at 04:39 PM
I wish that was a possibility, but sadly, no.
Posted by: Jeri Westerson | July 10, 2012 at 06:50 PM
Your article is very impressive.Thanks for sharing this nice article with us.
Posted by: Vending Machines Wholesale | July 11, 2012 at 11:21 PM