DISPLAYS

A “Homer Township PLD Display” record has been created. (22889000119388)
Any items put into a display should be checked out to this record then when not needed on display should be checked in.
This may cause problems with holds, but by checking the record you can see what items are checked out on the display record.
Checking the “Display” record could be done every day for reminders of what is on display.

Banned Books Weeks Display

The books that are in the Banned Books Week cage (which is getting a lot of attention!) are now checked out to a card under "Homer Township PLD Display." Patrons are welcome to check these books out; simply override the Workflows message that notes that they are already checked out. Please see Jody S. with any questions. Thanks!

Teen Open House!

Hello Everyone!

As many of you already know, this Wed is our upcoming Teen Open House. We have many exciting events and hope to have quite a few teens attend this onetime event. The current listing of events is on display throughout the library and one flyer is currently hanging on the whiteboard.
1.) Patti has typed up a document that provides extensive information about the program. Patti has also made a map so that you’ll know where all the programs will be held. I encourage you to take the time to read these notes. Our circulation and reference area(S) staff are on the front lines and many of our program questions get routed to you! We don’t want to leave you without information to help answer these questions. Thank you for always taking the time to promote our programs, answer those questions, assist with program set-up/take down, and still smile at us programmers when everything is done. J We couldn’t do it without you!
2.) You may have noticed that there are signs “warning” patrons that Wed. will probably be a bit noisy. We’re hoping to fill this library with noise! We have in the past had other programs out in the library, ranging from music, presentations, storytime, etc. Unfortunately, our library meeting room sometimes is double-booked or cannot hold the anticipated number of patrons due to fire code. In this case though, please remember that the Teen Open House is a one time event – we’ll never have another opportunity to celebrate the launch of this new section. Also, please remember how much our teens do for this library and community. Not only do we have over 60+ teens help during summer reading and the used book sales, we have teens that help at various community events from EXPO to the Township Halloween Party. Kitty’s YACs have been helping in the community for years. This teen section and open house not only provides teens with their own much needed space but also celebrates and thanks them for their community involvement.
3.) Please take a few minutes to seek out Alex, Heather, Kitty, or Patti with your questions regarding this event. We’ll also make the effort to approach you so that we can make sure you’re questions are answered. We will post questions and answers to the blog.
Thanks again!

Computer Classes

There is no waiting list for computer classes. Please do not take down the name and number of patrons wanting to get into a full computer class.

Please inform patrons that the next session of classes will be available Jan-May. And sign-up will not be available until sometime in January.

Answers to common questions from these patrons -
1.) why do we publicize in the newsletter for 5 openings? The newsletter is our main source of advertisement and goes to almost all Homer Library patrons. It would not be fair to NOT let all patrons know of this program. The newsletter is available before sign-up, meaning people are aware of the beginning sign-up date and time before hand.
2.)Why do we not have a waiting list?
We've noticed that people do not call to cancel ahead of time. They just do not show. This occurred even when there was a fee. Also, people mistake the waiting list as a guarantee that they will be in the next sessions class -- this defeats the purpose of a fair sign-up and shot at classes. Plus, if we did this, our classes would be booked for years in advance.

Thanks.

EXPO Raffle Prize

The winner of the EXPO Family Entertainment Basket has been contacted. Billy's prize is on JodyO's desk and has his name on a card hanging from the white and green ribbons. Please take a photo of the winner.

Thank you.

Circ Computer Dead

One of the circ computers has a virus on it. Something was either downloaded or a page was visited that was infected and as a result the hard drive has to be replaced. We will be down one computer for a few weeks.

Please do not download anything on your computers! All computers have several security systems installed but the software can't fight everything. Any internet searches should be dealing with your work here at the library.

Wednesday's Parking

We are hosting the Lion’s Club Senior Harvest Days from 10 to 4 on Wednesday, Sept. 23. This program offers veggies and fruit to seniors of the area. The combination of this program with story hour means we are going to be extremely busy.

In order to keep as much parking for the seniors, will all staff who work during the day please park along the fence in Woodbine’s parking lot. I’ve spoken to them and they said it would be alright as long as we are out before 5 due to a funeral that is coming in at that time.

Staff who start at 4 will have to park in our lot.

Remember, the garbage truck comes Wednesday afternoon, so no one park on the east side of the building.

It will be a bit hectic but invigorating - Enjoy the hustle and bustle!!!

Note.

Please take a look at the note and business card on the whiteboard.

We're not sure when he will be in so it is important that you are aware of this special situation.

Thanks!

Twilight Books

The Twilight books are no longer on display on Diana's desk. They are now shelved in the regular YA collection (not on display). Thanks!

Database change

We've changed our article database from Gale to Ebsco. Additional databases came with our EBSCO subscription. Please take a moment to look at the databases listed on the FindIt! webpage.

AVG Message

Your computer may receive a pop-up stating that your AVG Anti-Virus license number has been changed. This is a real message, please print off the page, write which computer the message came on and give it to me.

Thanks, if you have any questions, please ask me.

Sara

Teen Open House Info

We've finalized the schedule for the Teen Open House (to be held on Wednesday, September 30th from 5-8pm). Flyers have been posted throughout the library, & I've taped one to the white board -- please take a look at it! Also as an FYI, teens participating in the food fear factor contest will need to bring a consent form signed by a parent/guardian, and it is on the reverse side of the flyer. Thanks!

Golden Opportunities

The new Golden Opportunities Coupon books are now available. Cost is again $25 and the procedures are the same as previous years. The money does not go into the register, put the money and form, which is in the box under my desk, in the envelope in the box under my desk.

If you have any questions, please ask me.

Thanks,
Sara

Parking Lot

This past Saturday, August 29th, the library parking spaces were filled with the vehicles of families attending the football games. We have noticed that many parents also park at the library for football practices during the week.

I have contacted the Stallions Board and Director to request that they notify parents about our parking limitations and implement "no parking" notices on wooden horses that they have supplied in the past. They have posted a notice on the Stallions website regarding this issue - http://www.homerstallions.com/

The Library will install recommended signage noting "Patron Parking Use Only: Violators Towed at Owner’s Expense."

We pride ourselves on being a good neighbor and will continue to work together with our sports community to resolve parking issues. With proper signage and proactive parent notification we can defuse any future parking problems and eliminate the safety issues we saw this past weekend. I have contacted all patrons who had left a message regarding the parking issue on Saturday. Thank you for forwarding their comments and contact information to me.

If you have any questions or comments, please come in and visit with me. I would appreciate hearing any of your thoughts. Thanks!

LIBRARY BUCKS & CASH REGISTER

Do NOT put the Library Bucks in the Cash Register. They are not actual money.
Thanks

New Patron Fax Machine

I replaced the old machine because papers were getting stuck too much. the new machine as a great feature so you can create a DUPLICATE TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION REPORT -- For last document sent.

The directions are in the paper cabinet under the machine.

FYI
1. Press Green “Copy/Reports” button.

2. On Navigation Keys:
Press the down arrow to “1. TRANSMISSION” then press the “Menu/Set” button.

3. After printing report press the Red “Stop/Exit” button.

AFGHAN RAFFLE - FINAL CORRECTION (hopefully)

RULES
Raffle tickets are in the form of a "Friends Application". There are revised tickets which include a line for the date. Please fill in the date.

If someone does NOT want to become a member but wants a raffle ticket just mark RAFFLE only and complete their name and ph# only.

EXISTING Friend members MAY purchase a raffle ticket for $5 and will get a NEW YELLOW FRIEND STICKER extending their membership through 2010. (They will NOT receive the library bucks or free copies. FYI: Friends memberships are ANNUAL.

NEW Friend members will get a YELLOW FRIEND STICKER for 2010. They will NOT receive the library bucks or free copies. Their promo is a raffle ticket.

If a NEW or EXISTING Friend wants a FAMILY membership, they must pay the additional $2. Make sure you note that on the raffle ticket.

Place money in the Raffle envelope located underneath the change holder in the register drawer. If you are unsure of the envelope location, please ask someone to point out the envelope location now, instead of while waiting on a raffle customer. Thanks!

Beginning November 16th (after the afghan raffle) Friend membership stickers will have the year but also a space to note the month in order to track their membership expiration.

Teen Open House

Many of you may have heard about the upcoming Teen Open House. The Teen Open House is Sept. 30th from 5-8 pm. Of course, due to set up and clean up, we may need assistance from scheduled staff earlier in the day and after 8 pm. If you are working on this day (Wed.), we’d love for you to get involved and help with this very special event!