As part of my job working in a New Brunswick public library, I have been asked to participate in the 23 things project. Thing #1 - set up a blog. DONE!
I am a little surprised that I was still able to access this old blog, but since I can I see no point in creating another one. And now I have an actual focus, and specific things to write about, so maybe I will actually contribute for more than just two months.
A little bit about me - I am the manager of a small public library, and I hope to have the opportunity one day to move up to a medium library. To that end, I am in the process of completing my MLIS (anticipated graduation date of May 2014!). I am passionate about my home province of New Brunswick, libraries & literacy, early childhood education & families, and the arts (especially music). Currently, I am the Chairman of the board at Step Ahead Bath Family Learning Centre, and a member of the Carleton County Music Festival Committee.
It is exciting to be involved in a project that feels like we are moving the library system forward, being responsive to the needs of our patrons. I often speak to family & friends about how the library is more than just a book warehouse, and how we need to position ourselves as the one-stop shop for knowledge of all kinds. Now that I think about it, I am sure my family & friends will be glad to hear that I have an avenue to express some of these thoughts & opinions so that maybe they will not have to!
....and I think that takes care of Thing #2 - write a blog post.
Welcome back to blogging! Look forward to reading more of your thoughts and opinions.
ReplyDeleteYou also are a great mentor these last 2 years that I have been working in the elementary school library. Nice to know I can turn to someone with questions or ideas, no matter how small.
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