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publiclibrariesonline-org-324		ESL Programs Position Libraries as Welcoming Places » Public Libraries Online			.html	text/html	866	78	67	ESL Programs Position Libraries as Welcoming Places » Public Libraries Online ESL Programs Position Libraries as Welcoming Places When asked why he chose the library as opposed to night classes through an adult education program, Ashok's reasoning was clear. "I know that there are other programs that are available, but I have always seen the library as a welcoming place for the community." In seeking to move beyond the tired label of being "just about books," libraries must engage with these communities through outreach and engagement. One way is the implementation of an English as a Second Language (ESL) or civic program which would help immigrant communities better adjust and assimilate to life in the United States. "I think any ESL program would be really beneficial," said Brown, who has been with the library for more than year. Community Centered: 23 Reasons Why Your Library Is the Most Important Place in Town	./cache/publiclibrariesonline-org-324.html	./txt/publiclibrariesonline-org-324.txt