Library Director’s Report
June 11, 2008
May
Fines: $197.55 Programming 178
Donations: $47.34
(Patrons-$6.00, Proceeds from book sales at program- $32.00
Book Prospector used book sales-$9.34)
Photocopy: $18.51
Patrons Added: 12 Circulation: 1744
Programs and Activities
Children’s Book Week was observed during the dates of May 11-17. There were special sessions for youngsters including Face Painting with Mrs. Suraci, and Bingo for Books.
The Read With Reilly program was held each Monday at 6:00 p.m. with emerging young readers.
Mrs. Mears attended a CLOS (Children’s Librarians of the Seacoast) meeting on May 6 to discuss the upcoming Summer Reading Program.
Storyhours were held on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m.
A Mother’s Day Keychain craft was offered on May 7.
A New England Baking program was presented by Colleen Bruce of Sanbornville, NH. Attendees were treated to a demonstration assembling an apple pie, along with interesting stories and poems about New England.
Members of the Teen Book Group did not meet this month.
Cribbage Night continues to be a weekly favorite on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Book Review Circle was held on May 21 at 10:30 a.m.
Technology
There have been printing difficulties with documents sent from the downstairs circulation desk.
Plans to place a central printer for patron usage have been postponed at this time.
Building Maintenance
Julie Fontaine and Dionne McKay of Timberland Company in Stratham, NH, most generously donated time and materials in observance of Earth Day. The grounds were raked and mulched, along with plantings to give the library an appreciated lift.
Keane Fire & Safety conducted an annual check of the three fire extinguishers within the library.
Road Agent, Michael Pivero, was contacted for assistance regarding a large crack that is on the front walkway. Michael installed three wheel stops in the rear parking lot to prevent patrons from backing into the vinyl siding.
An estimate was obtained from Tamarack Tree Service regarding dead limbs that overhang the rear parking area. There has been one incident in which damage has occurred to a staff member’s car while parking near the tree. Information on this subject has been forwarded to the Selectmen for their consideration.
Screens have been installed for the warmer months.
Andrew Morse installed five air conditioners on both levels of the library. His assistance is greatly appreciated.
Twilight Cleaning Service began weekly service on May 8.
Work continues to move books from the E-Room in preparation of ceiling repair and painting. The contract for CertaPro Painting Company was sent in and a start date for work will be scheduled.
Friends of the Gale Library
The Friends met for their monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 13, at 7:00 p.m.
Planning continues for their upcoming Book and Bake Sale slated for Saturday, June 14, from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
The Friends have approved a request in the amount of $40.00 for an upcoming presentation with Elly Becotte on The Holy Land.
Professional Development
I have completed my class work in Computers in Libraries at UMA with a grade of A.
I have enrolled and started work for a Summer session class on Web Site Design at UMA.
Staff
The Library Assistant position was posted at no cost on the library listserv, circulation desk, and the NHSL Jobline. After reviewing applications and resumes, Cathy Breslin has been hired to fill this position.
Jillian Holmberg has also been hired as a Library Page/Float position.
Lisa Fortin has set up an altered books paper art collection to showcase in the glass display case.
Goals
* Summer Reading Programs
* Continuation with E-Room Renovation
* Inventory
* State Library Report
Respectfully submitted,
Theresa E. Caswell
June 11, 2008
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