Libraries are (still) essential, so let’s #FundLibraries

Oh hey, it's me, back from the (online) dead to once again ask you all to please contact your representatives to ask them to fund libraries. You may remember that I wrote a similar post back in 2017 when Trump previously tried to defund LSTA grants and eliminate the Institute for Museum and Libraries. It's … Continue reading Libraries are (still) essential, so let’s #FundLibraries

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