Category Archives: Signage

Libraries are for Everyone. Really.

Posted on February 8, 2017 by cbecker53

I tell you that all the time. Recently, of course, the phrase has come to have new meaning.

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“This Won’t Hurt a Bit!”

Posted on September 6, 2016 by cbecker53

As a (mostly retired) librarian, it troubles me that an article about library anxiety among college students has been getting quite a bit of play lately (at least in the library-related blogs and sites I follow).

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Library of the Year: Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library

Posted on August 18, 2016 by cbecker53

Congratulations to Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library (KS), 2016 Gale/LJ Library of the Year. “The Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library (TSCPL), KS, is engaged in every discussion in its community. In fact, it is usually leading them. The … Continue reading →

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How Kind are Your Library Spaces?

Posted on August 5, 2014 by cbecker53

When I do a presentation about customer service, one of things I always recommend is walking through your library and thinking like a customer. Here’s a great post on that: Examining Library Spaces Through a Kindness Audit.  (Thanks, Library Dude!) … 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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New Rules to Improve Your Library Signage!

Posted on June 22, 2012 by cbecker53

Did you know that updates to the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) went into effect March 15, 2012?  I didn’t.  So it was enlightening to read New ADA Signage Standards Take Effect from Library Journal: On March 15, 2012, updates … Continue reading →

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