It was wonderful to see everyone at the Bill Library Open House last night. Those of us who don't work with children, don't often get to talk to such a fine group of good listeners. It was fun being able to share all the new features of library service with you. As someone commented to me afterwards, it was also good for you to hear that we still have books.
In our effort to promote all the new and exciting tools we have to offer, it may seem that we have lost sight of books. If I have anything to say, that will never happen. Books are still the backbone of every library. In this "hurry up" generation, the downloadable audio book may be music to your ears, but for many of us the heft of a book and the turning of a page are what satisfy our souls.
The nice thing is you can have the best of both worlds. By using our new technology, you can find new books, similiar to your favorites, using ICONN or Librarything. You can search for books in the library catalog and put them on hold from the comfort of your own home. We even have a favorite author list. You give us a list of authors that you always want to read their new book and we will put the hold on the book for you. If you are homebound, we will find a volunteer to bring the books to your home. Unfortunately, we can't do that for everyone, but we will hold them for up to a week, so you have time to get here to pick them up.
Stop in and peruse the new book shelf or search on line, there are many interesting books just waiting for you.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Monday, January 14, 2008
Are You Missing Out?
There are so many things going on at the library these days, that my head is spinning trying to keep up with them. I am responsible for sending out press releases, so I know all of the events that are happening over the next couple months. I am wondering, however, if we are reaching all the people who would like to take advantage of the free programs that the library sponsors. I am probably preaching to the choir if you are reading this blog because you had to go to the library web page to access it. The web page is an excellent source of library information. This blog was created to enhance the web page information and give people a chance to give us feedback. I haven't seen much feedback but I am still hoping.
In January, alone, we have had a family friendly hike, the beginning of a new story hour session, a Stitch and Dish gathering, and teen writing workshop. Coming soon are a book discussion and the beginning of the winter reading program for adults.
February we will bring you a travel program, Russian cuisine to sample, a hike at Morgan Reservoir and the monthly book discussion, teen writing workshop and knitting groups.
I hope we are reaching everyone who wants to attend all these interesting activities, but if you know anyone who hasn't heard, please pass the word around.
We are trying all the time to find new and interesting activities to offer our patrons, so please samply our offerings and let us know what else you are interested in. We'd love to hear from you.
In January, alone, we have had a family friendly hike, the beginning of a new story hour session, a Stitch and Dish gathering, and teen writing workshop. Coming soon are a book discussion and the beginning of the winter reading program for adults.
February we will bring you a travel program, Russian cuisine to sample, a hike at Morgan Reservoir and the monthly book discussion, teen writing workshop and knitting groups.
I hope we are reaching everyone who wants to attend all these interesting activities, but if you know anyone who hasn't heard, please pass the word around.
We are trying all the time to find new and interesting activities to offer our patrons, so please samply our offerings and let us know what else you are interested in. We'd love to hear from you.
Friday, January 4, 2008
New Year's Resolutions
Did you make any resolutions for 2008? Every December as the new year approaches, my mind always always shifts to the things I should be doing better. Whether it be personal improvement or job related, there is a buzzer that goes off in my head every year approaching January 1. This is probably the result of years of subliminal advertising or outright questions.
This year I have decided to try very hard to subvert the process. Isn't it ridiculous that we only make the effort to change our bad habits on January 1? Why can't we make July or September resolutions? I certainly need improvement all year long. I know the intention of those New Year's resolutions is to make them last forever, but what if you want to make a change in August. Do you have to wait until January to start it? From now on, I am going to make resolutions all year long, but hopefully not the same ones!
So I am going to make a resolution now, that has nothing to do with the fact it is January 4. I am going to do a much better job of blogging from now on. And that is not a New Year's resolution!
This year I have decided to try very hard to subvert the process. Isn't it ridiculous that we only make the effort to change our bad habits on January 1? Why can't we make July or September resolutions? I certainly need improvement all year long. I know the intention of those New Year's resolutions is to make them last forever, but what if you want to make a change in August. Do you have to wait until January to start it? From now on, I am going to make resolutions all year long, but hopefully not the same ones!
So I am going to make a resolution now, that has nothing to do with the fact it is January 4. I am going to do a much better job of blogging from now on. And that is not a New Year's resolution!
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