Everyone’s abuzz , or a-Twitter if you do, about the new reference desk. We are finally in our new home, and we’re working on something for the rotunda to make it easier for newbies to understand where everything is and how to get around in the library. I think we have the most adaptable patrons on the planet. You all seemed to know instinctively that the catalogs in the rotunda were put there for you and started using them right away. The flow to the new reference desk in the periodical/computer room also is working out well. All in all the transition has been effortless, and no one has said they’ve had trouble finding us.
Now we’d like to hear from you about the new setup. Don’t be shy. We really want to know. It’s easy to reply to our blog. Just click on “no comments” and a box will come up for you to leave your message.
We’re almost there.
Lilly the Librarian
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Always nice to start the week with some good news. Saturday’s book sale was a huge success! We had a line of people waiting to get in by 9:15 am! My thanks to Eileen for her excellent organizational skills and all our volunteers who helped to keep the shelves stocked and collect money!
The Book Sale proceeds will go a long way in helping us to maintain our museum passes at both buildings!
Denise
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The evening of May 17, 2006 was a very special night for the library. Robert Parker was the speaker at the Library Foundation’s annual fundraiser, and those of us who were fans looked forward to finding out what he was really like.
After being introduced to the capacity crowd in the auditorium, he stepped to the brand new podium that was brought out specifically for his appearance and found himself dwarfed by its sheer bulk and height. He made a comment about the designer of the podium and came around to the side and leaned against it. From then on he kept the audience enthralled with his own brand of rumpled charm. He spoke about writing – he never rewrote – about the characters he wrote about, and who he thought should play those characters in the films made from his books. He approved of Tom Selleck who he said probably was chosen because of his resemblance to Parker.
The question and answer period was lengthy as the audience warmed to him. There was a particularly interesting question from a woman who asked about his novel Appaloosa. She wanted to know how he could write about horses implying that he obviously was lacking in cowboy skills. Although he didn’t say the book was about a town not a horse, he didn’t miss a beat and said that if a person could write they could pretty much write about anything. Then he smiled the old rumpled smile and went on to the next question.
The evening included a book signing. Earlier that week while rummaging through our book sale books, I came across a paperback of his first Spencer novel, The Godwulf Manuscript, and brought it along for him to autograph. I was a little disappointed when he didn’t say anything about it being the first Spencer novel – I suppose he’d written so many by then. But he smiled, autographed the book, and stood up for the next person who wanted her picture taken with him. It was a very special night.
Lilly the Librarian
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Start the new decade off the right way, check out the $5.00 Bag Book Sale on January 30, 2010 (Saturday) from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. It will take place in the Library’s Winchell Room.
Many types of books and materials for all ages are available. There are lots of fiction and non-fiction books in hardcover and paperback. There are also VHS movies, DVDs, audiobooks, music tapes and CDs and other odds and ends.
For $5.00 you will receive a grocery bag, which you can fill with the materials in the Winchell Room. Each additional bag costs $5.00.
Point of contact for information is Eileen A. Reddy. She can be contacted at ereddy@manchesternh.gov or by phone at 624-6550 ext. 319 or ext. 320 (MCL Reference Desk).
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We field lots of requests each day from folks who want to renew materials. Often they have already checked out and need a bit longer to finish. While we are happy to do this for you via phone, email, or IM, did you know that you can renew your items yourself online? All you need is your library card number and your password. A password would have been assigned to you when you got your card. If you need it reset, you may use our reminder link, which will email the password to the email address you have on file or you can always contact us and we will be happy to help.
Steps to logging into your library account:
- Reach the login screen via our website [picture], our blog site [picture], via the catalog [picture] or go there directly.
- Once at the account login page enter your full, 14-digit barcode number in the box labeled Username or barcode:. Omit the spaces.
- Enter your password in the box below that and click login.
- You should now see your name and barcode displayed with details about your Library card and some contact information.
- Click on the Items Out link to see what you currently have out of the Library and when those items are due.
- Click in the box to the left of the titles you would like to renew and click Renew Selected Items or to renew everything you have out click Renew All Items.
- Pay close attention to the next screen. It will tell you which items renewed successfully and which did not and why.
Look for more tips coming up…
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Overview of Financial Aid
January 14, 2010 – 7:00 p.m.
This event will take place at the Manchester City Library’s auditorium and will feature Jodi Abad of the University of New Hampshire Financial Aid Office.
Jodi Abad is the Associate Director of Financial Aid at UNH-Manchester. Her work focuses on the many ways to fund higher education including thorough understanding of the financial aid process and evaluating student aid packages.
Overview of Financial Aid provides students and families with a broad overview of the financial aid process, including completing the FAFSA form, how financial aid works, types of aid available to students and a basic timeline for completing the financial aid process.
This program was made possible by the University of New Hampshire Speakers Bureau which connects faculty and staff speakers with non-profit organizations to share the research and knowledge of the university with the people and communities of New Hampshire.
For more information on this event, contact the Manchester City Library at (603) 624-6550 or knorton@manchesternh.gov.
-Kate
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A Primary Election for the District 16 State Senate Seat will take place on Tuesday, January 12th from 11 AM to 7 PM. Manchester Wards one, two and twelve are the only Manchester Wards that are part of State Senate District 16. There are two people running for the seat in the Republican Party, Dave Boutin and Terry Pfaff. Only one person is running for the position from the Democratic Party, Jeff Goley.
The election for the District 16 State Senate Seat will take place on February 16, 2010.
Manchester ward map, in case you’re not sure which ward you live in.
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Phase II is picking up speed – although not exactly a fast freight just yet. We’ve been waiting on an electrician to install the connections needed for the new Reference Desk, and he arrived last week. We wanted to applaud, but restrained ourselves. After all, we are librarians. Before long you will find us at our new home in the Periodical/Computer Room.
The completion of Phase I saw the installation of new tables for the public computers, and relocation of the Wireless tables. The Reader Printers have been given pride of place by the microfilm cabinets, to make it more convenient for those using the microfilm for research. Things are shaping up.
Stay tuned.
Lilly the Librarian
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In my family, Christmas morning begins with stockings – everyone takes a turn: one gift open, admire it, discuss it, and move on. When the stockings are empty we all pitch in to make breakfast. It’s always the same, Eggs Benedict. Joe squeezes the fresh OJ, Dad poaches eggs, mom makes the hollandaise, and I toast english muffins.
I still look forward to it all year and to be sure that all our staff get to fully enjoy their own holiday traditions, the Library has altered hours for the next two weeks:
We will be closing at 3:30pm on Thursdays December 24th and December 31st.
We will be closed all day Fridays December 25th and January 1st.
We will be closed all day Saturdays December 26th and January 2nd.
Please share your own favorite holiday traditions in the comments section below. All the best to you from the Library trustees and staff.
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Moving Day –
Yes, that long awaited move from the Rotunda to the Periodical Room is underway. And the Reference Staff is really excited. Well, most of us are. Like any new adventure, there’s anticipation, or is it dread? Is this really a good idea? Is everyone going to adjust? Will we be sitting too close together for comfort? I’m reserving judgment.
First, in order to set up the public computers the Periodical Desk has to be moved and joined to the new Reference Desk. Are you seeing it? Next, new computer tables will be set up down the center of the room. The roundabout with the stand-up section will be last in line. It’s taking shape. I like it.
We’re hoping for a minimum of inconvenience to you while all this is taking place. Just remember, patience is the operative word.
More to come,
Lilly the Librarian
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