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Short, warm note from the library director. Good for the front of a monthly newsletter or a director's column.

A new way to learn about AI — at the library

Dear neighbors,

You've probably heard a lot about AI lately — in the news, at work, from family members who swear by it or swear at it. It can feel like everyone has an opinion, but few people have a safe, private place to actually try it out.

That's why I'm excited to share that [Library Name] is now offering PLAID3.hub, a beginner-friendly AI chat and self-paced learning program — free to use, in English and Spanish, on our public computers or your own phone.

No account. No email. No personal information of any kind. When you close the browser tab, your conversation disappears — even our staff can't see what you asked.

Whether you're job searching, curious about a health topic, drafting an email, or just wondering what all the fuss is about, come give it a try. Ask at the desk for an access code, or scan the QR code on our flyers around the building.

Libraries have always helped our communities navigate new technology. This is the next chapter — and I hope to see you here for it.

Warmly,
[Director Name]
Director, [Library Name]

Longer article suitable for a community newsletter, library blog, or local-paper guest column.

Try AI at the library — privately, in English or Spanish

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how people search for information, apply for jobs, write emails, and make sense of an increasingly complicated world. But for many of us, it still feels locked behind a paywall, a sign-up form, or a worry about what happens to the things we type.

[Library Name] has a new way to help.

What it is

PLAID3.hub is a private, beginner-friendly AI chat and self-paced AI literacy program, now available free to all [Library Name] patrons. It includes:

• A guided AI chat designed for people who have never used AI before, with a built-in coaching panel that suggests questions and follow-ups in real time.
• An 11-lesson course, "11 Things You Should Know About AI," that explains how AI works, where it shines, and where it gets things wrong — in plain language, with interactive exercises along the way.
• Full availability in English and Spanish, including the chat and every lesson.

Who it's for

Anyone. Older adults who've heard family members talk about AI chatbots and want to see what they are. Job seekers polishing a résumé or practicing interview answers. Students learning to think critically about AI-generated content. Newcomers to the community. Neighbors who are simply curious.

You don't need to know anything about AI before you start. That's the whole point.

How to get started

1. Stop by any service desk and ask for a PLAID3 access code — or scan the QR code on our posters and bookmarks.
2. Use the code to open the chat on any library computer, or on your own phone, tablet, or laptop.
3. Start a conversation, or click into the lessons. Close the browser tab when you're done.

No app to download. No account to create. No password to remember.

What about privacy?

This is the part we're proudest of. PLAID3 is built from the ground up to keep patrons anonymous:

• No account is required — ever.
• No email, phone number, or name is collected.
• Conversations are not stored, archived, or logged. When you close the tab, the session is gone.
• Library staff cannot see individual conversations. We see only aggregate numbers — how many people used the tool, rough topic categories — never who said what.

This reflects the library's long-standing commitment to patron privacy, now extended into the AI era.

Why we're doing this

Libraries have always been the community's trusted guide through new information technologies — from the card catalog, to the internet, to databases and e-books. AI is the next big shift, and we believe every community member deserves a safe, low-pressure place to learn about it.

Come try it. Ask questions. Make mistakes. Use the lessons. Ask a librarian if you get stuck. We're here for it.

Get started: Visit any service desk for an access code, or learn more at [library URL].

For staff at the desk when a patron asks "what's that?"

1. "It's a free AI chat you can try right here — no account needed, just an access code, and it gives you tips as you go."
2. "We have a free tool that lets you try AI privately, with built-in coaching so you don't have to know anything going in."
3. "It's like a guided test drive for AI — free, private, and designed for people who've never tried it before."

For staff explaining it to colleagues, board members, or at community events.

1. "We're offering patrons a free, private way to try AI right from our website or library computers. They just need an access code — no account, no personal info. There's a coaching panel that helps them as they go, plus a self-paced course called '11 Things You Should Know About AI' if they want to start with the basics."
2. "We have an AI chat tool built specifically for libraries. Patrons get an access code at the desk, and they can try AI with real-time tips alongside the conversation. There's also a free beginner course built in. Everything is private — nothing gets saved or shared."
3. "We launched a program that lets anyone try AI safely at the library. No tech skills needed — you get a code, start chatting, and a coaching panel helps you along the way. There's even a free course that teaches you the basics in plain language. It's all private and it positions us as a digital literacy resource."

Short copy for Facebook, Instagram, e-newsletters, and announcement boards. Replace [link] with your library's PLAID3 URL.

1. General awareness: "Ever been curious about AI but not sure where to start? You can now try it for free at [Library Name] — no account, no download, no personal info needed. Just ask for an access code at the desk. Built-in tips help you every step of the way. [link]"
2. Course-focused: "What is AI, really? Can you trust it? Our free course '11 Things You Should Know About AI' answers those questions in plain language — with hands-on exercises so you can try it yourself as you learn. Available in English and Spanish. No signup required. [link]"
3. Community angle: "Your library is now a place where you can explore AI — safely, privately, and at your own pace. Whether you're a student, job seeker, or just curious, we've got a free guided experience and a beginner-friendly course ready for you. Ask us about it. [link]"