Welcome, Thanks, & Codes!

Welcome, Damean!

We're delighted to welcome Damean to the BPL staff! He has taken the position of Tech Services Assistant and has already rolled up his sleeves and started right in to work. Damean comes to us with library experience already, and is an author with his own website and blog.  Check it out at dameanmathews.com.  If you haven't had a chance to meet him yet, please stop by and introduce yourself.

Door Code

The door codes have been entered into the system so you should now be able to enter the building by typing your code onto the key pad beside the Employee Entrance.  Your code should be the same as the time clock code. If you didn't have a time clock code, then it should be the old alarm code.  If you don't have either of those things, check with Amy.

Do try your codes.  If there's a problem, let Amy know.  Also, keys will continue to work, but the codes are easier than the finicky door.

Thanks!

The hot dog feast was fabulous, thanks to all the wonderful staff contributions.  It was all greatly appreciated!  Cooks-- take a bow!

(Hot) Dog Days, Birth Days, and Starry, Starry Nights

Farewell to Dog Days

We are celebrating the end of Dog Days with a hot dog feast!  Brenda G. will bring the dogs, Jeanne will bring chili (canned, you will be glad to hear), and a dessert will be provided but if you want to bring something sweet, go for it!  Check the whiteboard in the staff area for a list of who plans to bring what.

Star and Moon Gazing

The JCC had a very successful program with a public viewing of the sky using the new telescopes and they plan to do it again on September 5 and 6.  Times will follow.  Continuing Education credit will be available for staff who wish to participate. 

Happy Birthday

Brenda D. August 15

Justin  August 16

Kristin August 21

T.J. August 24

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