“Who needs libraries, anyway?” – Wowza!

“Ironically, for all of the scheduled programming it offers, the BPL has discovered one of the biggest services it provides is simply its space—giving people a place to be. For free.” https://www.bostonmagazine.com/news/2023/11/12/public-libraries-boston/?fbclid=IwAR2dmqXQ3Y5TPG67UwrB1ExaOQ9Ten2VqQQmkiMYPkwHuGw4RAp7ehsffLk   The genius of public libraries is that they were created by citizens, and their only agenda is to collect what humans know—and […]

Storyhouse

Storyhouse is a large, mixed-use cultural building in Chester, England, which opened in May 2017. The complex includes a theatre, cinema, restaurant and the city library. It is housed in the remodelled 1936 Odeon Cinema, a grade-II-listed building, together with a newly built extension to hold the theatre auditorium. My friend Erik (of “Keep Stories, […]

Job Listing: Digital Services Manager

From last year: https://www.wilmettelibrary.info/node/973?fbclid=IwAR360DoUfItcDIISr-l2VGpZNywyRGUIU9e_sCngtQqr4HeXTSxVzS9B4aA Wilmette Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Digital Services manager to join our team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the patron technology experience, including managing the library technology center; providing patrons with digital literacy instruction and assistance; and helping create new and innovative ways to use technology […]

Kudos on Your Reflection Blogging

Hey all – I have had the most enjoyable few days reading your blogging. I am dipping into your learning posts as part of grading and I so appreciate your thoughts on how infinite learning can be at the library! I am so enjoying all of your work, ideas and the creative turns you are […]

Class Social Chat Thoughts?

Hello all – I want to schedule one more informal social time at the end of the semester. I have found offering two times seems to work.  What works best for you all? I want to get a sense of who could or would like to attend. I am thinking Saturday the 11th and Sunday […]