Comments on The Story Siren: Library-Loving Blog Challenge

That sounds like an awesome idea but I don't have ...

2010-03-19T19:30:29.932-04:00

That sounds like an awesome idea but I don't have the money to donate to anyone right now. I'll try to comment on others though!

As a former librarian (as of 4 weeks ago), I can a...

2010-03-18T16:39:23.219-04:00

As a former librarian (as of 4 weeks ago), I can attest to the financial difficulties most libraries face. Federal and state funds for book purchases have been cut. Local money is sometimes nonexistent. Many libraries have Friends of the Library organizations that provide book money and volunteers. Programs and staff are being cut. Some libraries are cutting corners by hiring unqualified staff at much cheaper salaries, which is relative, since salaries in small libraries are terribly low, often barely above minimum wage. They do need your help, but attend the board meetings and make certain they are being run properly. Volunteer, this will help you know where they need help and how the money is being spent. Check to make sure collection development is adequate and meeting the needs of the patrons. Running a good library is harder than most people think.

this sounds like such an interesting concept to cl...

2010-03-17T17:02:00.030-04:00

this sounds like such an interesting concept to close the gap between blogs and printed pages, i hope you guys can keep at it. KEEP US POSTED!!

Thanks for posting this! :-) Jennifer Hubbard

2010-03-16T18:44:59.908-04:00

Thanks for posting this!

:-)

Jennifer Hubbard

This is awesome! I'll definitely spread the word

2010-03-16T15:51:46.631-04:00

This is awesome! I'll definitely spread the word