You’re listening to MHD OTR’s Keys to the City, where we help unlock access to the city’s best-kept secrets—free and low-cost resources that can make a real difference in your life. Each episode, we give you the keys to opportunities and programs that you might not know about, but should absolutely take advantage of.On this episode, Los Angeles City Council staffer speaks with Christopher Taylor who currently serves as an Adult Librarian at the Mark Twain Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library, where he provides a range of services to support the community. He brings over a decade of experience in library and information services, having worked in legal, public, and special libraries. With a Master of Library and Information Science degree from Queens College, Christopher is passionate about connecting people with the resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive. He’ll share insights into the programs and services offered at the Mark Twain Branch Library, which he believes serves as a hub for education, creativity, and community engagement.Can libraries like the Mark Twain Branch be the key to stronger, more connected neighborhoods by providing essential resources and fostering community—or are they struggling to stay relevant in the digital age? We discuss all that and more.ResourcesMark Twain Branch Library 9621 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90003www.lapl.org/branches/mark-twainwww.lapl.orgwww.lapl.org/ask-a-librarian__________Want to learn more about Los Angeles City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson and LA's Council District 8? Follow @mhdcd8 on Instagram and sign up for the newsletter at mhdcd8.org!Sign up for MHD Off the Record Newsletter at beacons.ai/mhdcd8

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