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Introverted Much?
Sometimes I think that libraries have more than our share of introverts. I am really an introvert, although many people don’t believe me. Anyway, if you are an introvert, take a look at How Introverts can Thrive in a Collaborative … Continue reading
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A Personal Post
Today is my mom’s birthday. She is 92. I’ve written about her before, but I feel the need to take a minute to acknowledge her today. Today, I’m thinking about how she has never been an avid reader, but always … Continue reading
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Find the Balance
Many of us have trouble finding the proper balance between our focus on our jobs, and all other parts of our lives. I believe it is very important to give your job your all, but it is also important to … Continue reading
10 Great Tips
Teacher Librarian Tips are actually for (new) school librarians, but I think they are pretty good tips for any librarian or library staff member. Be sure to read the full article, but here are some of the tips: Assume the … Continue reading
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A Moment of Silence for Newtown
After Friday’s horrific events, I could write about how libraries can have a role in helping people, especially young people cope with the tragedy. Here’s a link Allen County Public Library (Indiana)’s list of resources on “Talking with Kids and … Continue reading
Many Seek Shelter from Hurricane Sandy in Libraries
Just a short cute story about a raccoon that sought shelter from Hurricane Sandy in the atrium of Queens Library’s Baisley Park branch. “Since he is a wild animal, library officials say they assume he will shuffle off the way … Continue reading
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Making the Most of Your Meetings
If you work in a library, you know one thing we have a lot of (other than books and other library material), is MEETINGS. If you don’t work in one, you may be surprised to learn how many meetings we … Continue reading
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How to Make a Book Disappear
How to Make a Book Disappear: Jonah Lehrer’s discredited Imagine has vanished from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and his publisher’s website. Why that’s bad news for readers.
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