Simply send a message containing the word library and a Zip Code to 41411 and in a few seconds a text message is returned with local public library directory info. This service uses the National Center for Education Statistics Library Search Database. More info about the SMS service in this blog post.

SMS Syntax:
1) Text the Word “Library”and a Zip Code to 41411
2) Example: “Library 60091″ pulls up the Wilmette Public Library in suburban Chicago.

The service is free but remember standard text rates apply. (-:

Source: Ben Ostrowsky

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