Tag Archives: 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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Naming Rights

Posted on May 1, 2014 by cbecker53

If you are in the middle of a building project, or maybe if you are even contemplating one, you are no doubt looking at a wide variety of fundraising options.  One funding source that has been gaining in popularity is … 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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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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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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Sure, I Can Manage That Project!

Posted on October 14, 2013 by cbecker53

Projects.  We have LOTS of projects in libraries.  Sometimes you’ll be working on a project with people you supervise.  Sometimes you’ll be working with colleagues in your library.  Other times you’ll be working on projects with people in other parts … Continue reading →

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If you Build it, They May Not Come

Posted on October 11, 2013 by cbecker53

“If you build it, they will come.” Well, that’s what they said in the 1989 movie, Field of Dreams.  But in libraries, just “building” your great library, collections, programs, and services isn’t enough.  They won’t just come.  “Libraries must reach … Continue reading →

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No Such Thing as Library Leadership?

Posted on September 30, 2013 by cbecker53

Did I get your attention?  Let me explain. I just finished reading the post There’s No Such Thing As Library Leadership (Library Journal, September 25, 2013). Though I don’t think I’ve ever thought of it exactly that way, I guess … Continue reading →

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Libraries and the Affordable Care Act

Posted on August 6, 2013 by cbecker53

I wrote about this awhile ago, but I want to update you because more information is becoming available to assist libraries in this task. WebJunction recently offered hosted a webinar to share information about plans to provide library staff with … Continue reading →

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