Going Solo in the Library

Description

How do you run a Library when you are the only paid staff? From books to volunteers, budget to programing, learn what it takes to prosper as a solo Librarian. Librarian Sherri will discuss her strategies to try and keep sane in a busy workplace. She’ll speak about purchasing books, passive and active readers advisory, utilizing volunteers, simple programing ideas, patrons and some budgeting. We will save time for questions, suggestions and brainstorming.

Speaker

  • Sherri Lemhouse, Brownsville Community Library, Librarian

Video Recording:  https://youtu.be/Jq8y3KCwQhQ

Resources:
going solo session_presentation
going solo volunteer_application
going solo volunteer_job_descripton