Well, it's been six months now at my new job so I figure it's about time I post about it!Ohio used to be the benchmark for public libraries in America, but that started to change during the 90s with decreased funding. However, this was nothing compared to the crash in 2008 when libraries across the country found themselves reeling.
This is the Union Township Branch of the 10-branch public library system of Clermont County. Compared to the neighboring county of Hamilton, which includes Cincinnati, Clermont doesn't have anywhere near the amount of resources or money for programming, but being a patron of Hamilton I can say that Clermont has one clear advantage and that is customer service. Not that Hamilton provides bad service, but comparatively Clermont staff is more attentive and personable. Union Township is slated to move towards the end of the year in proximity of the East Gate Mall and is poised to take over the #1 spot in highest circulation in the county.
As the adult services librarian, the reference desk is my domain!Partial view of the DVD collection. A decent sized collection with a good mix of current movies and classics, vintage TV shows and various nonfiction titles.
To think I gave up my own office for a desk in a cubicle! But hey, this is a great place to work and I'm glad Clermont called me!
