Category Archives: Public Libraries

Libraries Are Alive!

Posted on May 23, 2014 by cbecker53

It’s no secret that I champion libraries.  It’s also no secret that some pundits say that libraries are dying.  So it is gratifying to come across the article Who Says Libraries are Going Extinct? in the Pacific Standard.  While acknowledging … Continue reading →

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Think Outside the Box!

Posted on April 16, 2014 by cbecker53

Just ran across what sounds like an awesome opportunity to get some funding and assistance for doing some creative public programming in your community.  The deadline is fast approaching, so if interested you need to act soon. Developed and funded … Continue reading →

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What’s Wrong With This Story?

Posted on March 31, 2014 by cbecker53

Oh dear.  I have heard the theme of the blog post Kicked Out of the Library (from Pam Librarian) before.  I have to say, I find it sad. I understand the need for quiet spaces in public libraries.  But I … Continue reading →

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On the Edge of Greatness

Posted on March 18, 2014 by cbecker53

The Edge Initiative, developed by a national coalition of leading library and local government organizations, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and led by the Urban Libraries Council, sounds like a great resource to me.  Its goal is … Continue reading →

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Customer Service is Job One. . .

Posted on March 11, 2014 by cbecker53

. . . isn’t it?  I mean, if not for our library users, why are we here? Fostering a culture of extreme customer service is one of the most important long-term investments a library can make, and costs almost nothing. … Continue reading →

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More About Guns in Libraries

Posted on February 10, 2014 by cbecker53

Why Seattle Public Library Surrendered Its Gun Ban.  (KUOW Public Radio, Seattle) I’m still not a fan.  Make your own decisions.  Know  the state and federal laws and have your policies in place. 

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Collaboration is the Key!

Posted on January 21, 2014 by cbecker53

But you don’t need me to tell you that. Though focusing on companies and brands, you will find the post Collaboration is the Key applicable to collaboration in libraries as well.  “It’s nearly impossible for anyone to succeed by going … Continue reading →

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Guns in Libraries? No, Thanks.

Posted on January 17, 2014 by cbecker53

The article Taking Aim at the Reality of Guns in Libraries (AmericanLibrariesMagazine.org) takes a thorough look at state laws throughout the country, and how they relate to the right of libraries to declare themselves gun-free zones. Wherever you stand on … Continue reading →

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Holiday Cheer for Libraries!

Posted on December 18, 2013 by cbecker53

In the past week there have been several news items that spell good news for libraries—and these are like early Christmas presents for us: How Americans Value Public Libraries from Pew Internet and American Life Project.  (Answer: very highly!) Libraries … Continue reading →

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We’re All in This Together

Posted on December 5, 2013 by cbecker53

I like to think that when I am part of a library organization, I am on their team, and I understand that the library’s success is a team effort, we’re all in this together, and we all have to work … Continue reading →

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