Lil' Libraries!!

While nothing will replace our beloved libraries, the institutions, the cultural centers...I love the rampant democracy of the Little Library.   Started in Wisconsin, you can apparently build them yourself for about $350.  Or look for one, they're all over the place, and take any of 20 or so books.  Elegant!

Check out an article about them here.
Here's the official website, where to purchase and a cool slideshow filled with additional ideas...