I love libraries, and I've loved working in them for the last several years. I'm currently working part time at the Ann Arbor District Library as an Information Desk Clerk, which is what they call paraprofessionals who do reference and public service work. I love working there, especially when I can get involved in programs, but even working the desk I rarely have a day go by without at least one fascinating question being asked.
My particular interest within public libraries is working with young adults. Last year I got to work at the Clinton-Macomb Public Library as the Young Adult Librarian Intern, which was certainly the most fun I've ever been paid to have, and that more or less made up my mind about what exactly I want to do. Unfortunately CMPL ran out of funding for the position, or I'd still be there, but the kids did give me this fantastic drawing as a going away present:
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| I still tear up a little |
So this blog, if I find the self-discipline to actually keep it going, will serve as a place for me to reflect, or muse if you will, on my experiences working in public libraries. If it weren't already clear I'm not going to be writing formally, this is mostly about my personal experiences, impressions, etc. All names (other than mine) will be changed to protect the innocent.
I'll also post some book reviews. The first set are part of an assignment, but my intent is to write more after graduating, mostly to keep in practice, but also to be informative (should anyone actually read this blog).
Oh right, the name of this thing. If you're curious as to just what a "Libratorr" is, I will direct you to Penny Arcade (which as a citizen of the Internet you should know about anyway, honestly) specifically this strip which is one of my favorites
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