NEW DVD Process for Staff

Hi All,

In an effort to cut down on the number of movies that we lose track of when we (the staff) take them home before they are processed, we are implementing a new procedure. You can details from either Lisa or Julie, but the short story is that from now on ALL new movies will be processed FIRST, and then staff will have first dibs on borrowing them on their library cards. This will help everyone keep track of what's where, and hopefully push those of us who hold on to things a little to long (I do this all the time!) to get stuff back pronto.

Also, this is going to apply to STAFF ONLY! I know that some of the volunteers like to take movies as well, but with 20 volunteers, in order to keep things fair, volunteers will have to place things on hold.

Specific questions can go to Lisa or Julie.

Thanks!

Four-Star Rating Recognition

The Friends have decided that they would like to do a very informal "recognition" for the star rating we got a few weeks back in Library Journal.

Cake and refreshments will be served to staff, volunteers, and whatever patrons are around

TUESDAY, January 26th

3PM

The meeting room is in use, so we will probably just use the table over in the reference section.

I'll post this on the volunteer board, but please mention this to volunteers as you see them.

Thanks!

FRIENDS Volunteers

The FRIENDS have put out a plea for volunteers:

"The Board of Directors of the Friends of the Dennis Public Library is seeking volunteers to serve on the Board. We need new ideas, help with book sales, refreshments, and fund-raising efforts. Please consider donating a few hours of your time each month for a very rewarding volunteer experience. Leave your name and contact information at the front desk; we will be sure to contact you."

If you get calls, please take a name and number and leave the information in the FRIENDS box (money box) at the front desk.

Thanks!

Cape Cod Collection MOVED

I have moved the Cape Collection onto its own shelf unit in the reference area. At this point, dealing with the space I have and the materials I have, that was the only way to increase visibility, which was a concern for some. At some point it will have to move again to accommodate growth, but I'm confident we can get at least another two years in its current location.

The SALTIES collection will be moving to the short set of shelves near the public printer as soon as we get the new labels on them. There should be a good amount of room for expansion there.

After that move is complete, I will start planning a re-training of volunteers to address proper shelving technique.