Congratulations, Shoes, Drinks, and More

Good Luck, Lauren!

Lauren has taken a new job at Washington County Public Library in Abingdon.  We will miss her smiling face here, but wish her all the best! Her last day will be July 31. Lauren, be sure and stop by to see us whenever you're in Bristol!

Shoes for Display

We're going to do a display of biographies and would like to have some shoes to go with the books (as in, "Walk Awhile in Their Shoes.") We're looking for a variety of footwear, but we suggest you bring just one of a pair if you want them back-- but don't bring anything you can't live without. Things do have a habit of (ahem!) walking off here.   Ballet slippers, boots, sneakers, flip-flops -- whatever you would like to bring in.  Thanks!

Drinks in the Library

The Board has decided that people can have drinks in the library, provided the drinks have lids.  No food is permitted outside the designated areas, however, and no drinks are allowed by computers.

Jeanne Sends Thanks...

... to the Kitchen Witch for the cute cat toys and the cuter note.  Thank you, KW! Both are much appreciated.  The cat toys are so cute that I'm not sure I want the cats to have them. Decisions, decisions....

Happy Birthday

Don  July 24

Joe (Volunteer at Main) August 9

Condolences, Door Key Pad, Birthdays

Condolences

I am sad to report that two of the BPL family have lost loved ones recently.

Kim's father passed away on June 21:  Sammy Waldron

Lauren's grandmother passed away in South Carolina.  Arrangements are incomplete.

Staff Entrance

The key lock has been difficult lately, as many can attest.  A key pad will be installed to alleviate the situation.  Joyce says that installation is scheduled for August 8 & 9.  At this point we don't know if there will be one pass code or if everyone will have his or her own but we'll let you know when we do.

Thanks to Joyce for her hard work on this!

Happy Birthday

Bill (Avoca)  July 6

Jaden (YA) July 19

Farewell Freading, Birthdays, Lost Cat, and more

Farewell Freading

Virginia did not renew the contract for Freading, the ebook borrowing system.  It has been removed from our homepage.  It wasn't being used enough.  We are fortunate to have READs to offer our patrons!

Lost  Cat is Found!

Wonderful news!  Max the cat was found near Commonwealth and Cumberland, near the New People's Bank.  He is safe and back in the arms of his family!

GED Classes

It appears that the Mount Rogers GED classes will NOT meet during July and August.  We were told this by one of the teachers.  However, the teachers may make arrangements to meet with specific students.  If anyone asks, it is best to have them contact Mount Rogers at 1-800-322-7748.

Happy Birthday

Rebecca  June 29

Congratulations, Job Posting, Lost Cat, Happy Birthday

Congratulations, Lauren!

As most should know by now, Lauren is taking over programming and publicity for the library.  She's eager to get started and has lots of ideas, so we're sure she'll go a great job.

Job Posting

With Lauren moving into Ambrea's old job, we have an opening in Tech Services.  A job description is posted on the Staff Bulletin Board as well as on our website.  Here is the direct link:
Tech Services Job

Lost Cat

Max is still lost from Blackbird Bakery.  Please keep an eye out for a longhaired black cat.  He is much loved and missed!

Happy Birthday!

Candess  June 17

Best Wishes, Lost Cat Alert, and Happy Birthday!

Best Wishes to Ambrea

 Ambrea will be leaving us for her new job at Sullivan County Public Library.  Her last day is June 8.  We wish her all the best in her new position! Thanks to all the good sports who posed with chickens!

Lost Cat Alert!!

Max has gone missing from the Blackbird Bakery area.  His owners are worried sick.  Let's spread the word and maybe we can get this baby home.  If you want to share on Facebook or other social media, Jeanne has a jpg scan of the flyer she will be happy to share.

Happy Birthday

Michelle  June 4

Susie June 7

Job posting, Country Music Film at the Paramount

Program & Marketing Coordinator

Internal candidates will now be considered for the upcoming vacant Program and Marketing Coordinator position (formerly the Assistant Director for Programming and Promotions position).  Job descriptions can be picked up from the table, next to the time clock, or copied from the one posted on the staff bulletin board next to this notice (please return this copy to the bulletin board after copying). 

This position is a full-time, 40 hour per week, salaried position, with a starting pay of $30,697/year.  This position will likely require some evening and weekend hours, as needed, for programs and reference desk scheduling.  Ability to keep a flexible schedule is required. 

If you have any questions about the position, please ask Amy. 

To apply, please provide an updated resume and cover letter expressing your interest to Amy no later than Tuesday, May 28^th. 

Free Tickets!

East Tennessee PBS is offering a free showing of Ken Burns' film on country music at the Paramount on Thursday, July 18. You do have to pick up a ticket or sign up for one online. The ETSU Bluegrass Band will start the festivities at 6:30 pm.  Check it out here.  (Note it doesn't say how long it lasts.  The complete series is 16 hours, so presumably they aren't showing the whole thing!)

Congratulations to Ambrea and Joyce, Internet Cards, more

Congratulations to Ambrea!

As some of you may have heard, Ambrea has accepted a job at Sullivan County Library. This  is an exciting new opportunity for her, and we wish her all the best!

Congratulations to Joyce!

Joyce has finished the second session of her course in Sign, and  her hard work earned her an "A"!  Way to go, Joyce!

Internet Cards

Rebecca is ironing out the last details of the cards for internet and online use only.  She expects to have everything ready to go by June 1.  Stay tuned!

Condolences

Long time patron and former Board of Trustees member Joyce Kistner lost her husband this week. Arrangements are not complete, but the obituary can be found here.

Many on staff will also know Virginia Canter, who has been our patron for years.  She passed away this week.  Her obituary is here.