Library columnist needed
More than four years have passed since this column began, in September 2005. Twice a month, news of events and programs at Freedom Public Library have appeared in these pages of the South Marion Citizen. Writing this column has been a continuous learning experience as well as a fun occupation for me. I have enjoyed the contact with our excellent library staff, the terrific folks at the Citizen and the talented people who display their wonderful creations, but it's time for me to move on to something else.
If this column is to continue as a service to the community, we need a writer to step up and take it over. For more information, please contact me, Carol Jones, by phone at 873-8565, or email cjones314@cfl.rr.com, or call Jim Clark, South Marion Citizen editor, 854-3986.
New staff member
Mrs. Rashmi Goswami joined the staff as Librarian II the week of December 7 after training at headquarters for the position.
She came to this country from India at the age of 5, settling with her family in New York. At age 26 she obtained naturalization while completing her undergraduate studies at Queens College. In December 1987, she achieved her graduate degree at St. John's University and then worked for a management consultant firm. She later married and eventually moved to Florida with her husband and two children. Here, her library career began.
When asked what improvements she considered necessary at this library, she responded, "The size is much too small for the collection we have and the community we serve. Clearly, expansion is needed."
Goswami pledges her best efforts to serve the library and its community.
Friends annual meeting
Don't forget The Friends annual meeting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 23, 2010, when officers will be elected and the Hospice Fashion Show will take the floor for your entertainment.
While you're there, pick up an application and join The Friends to actively support your library.
Census Takers jobs available
The U.S. Government is looking for 2010 census takers who meet some specific requirements. Pick up a brochure at the library or go to the website at www.2010censusjobs.gov. Take the test provided online and see if you qualify for one of these temporary positions. You can also call the toll-free jobs line at 1-866-861-2010.
Meeting Room Registration
Several group leaders still need to complete an application form to maintain their chosen meeting dates and times. Failing to register not only indicates non-renewal of your group’s meeting times but also leave the dates open and available for some other group. See Heather Ogilvie at the library or call her at 438-2580.
Gentle Yoga
Come and learn a gentle Yoga for all conditions. Ingrid Crane invites you to sit in a chair or bring a mat and experience simple techniques to feel comfortable in your skin. Saturdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m. January 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30.
Library Hours
Freedom Public Library is open six days a week, Monday through Saturday, closed on Sunday. Open times are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. For questions, or to arrange an appropriate time for your group, call Heather Ogilvie, 438-2580.
Jan Wise and Jackie Callahan of the Friends trimming the library tree.
Erin Arnold, librarian, and her hand made duct tape tree.
