You know what is really hard for me at work? Trying. Seriously, this sounds stupid but this is the thing that I struggle with the most. It's not like I never try, but I have a hard time trying something that could totally fail. I tend to "try" the safe or safe-ish programs or events … Continue reading I guess I’m going to have to try
Category: Programs
I think I’m not NaNo-ing
Today's post is a little hodgepodge of notes. I still feel like I'm reeling from the crazy month of October. I've been to Portland, ME, Worcester, the Cape, ran a marathon, did two conferences, and somehow have had a really busy social calendar. This means that some things have gone by the wayside, like reading! … Continue reading I think I’m not NaNo-ing
Banned Books Week 2013!
It's here! I love Banned Books Week! Sadly, I will not be at my library to celebrate fully because I'll be on vacation. But that doesn't mean it still won't be awesome at my library. I spent the last week setting up a 'caught reading banned books' mugshot station at my library and then coercing, … Continue reading Banned Books Week 2013!
How to get people to talk to you at open houses
Spoiler alert: the answer is bribery. Specifically, bribery with candy and T-shirts. School or community open houses are an important part of my job. This year, I've really been trying to be out in the community as much as possible because sometimes you have to meet people where they are. There will always be those … Continue reading How to get people to talk to you at open houses
I’m a YALSA Protege!
Fun fact: I titled this post then switched over to another tab and when I returned out of the corner of my eye, I thought I wrote, "I'm a Mazda Protege!" Friends, I am not a car. It's sad that I misread it when I wrote it. Let's move right along because I do want to … Continue reading I’m a YALSA Protege!
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