In the January 2004 issue of Library Journal John Berry pays tribute to the San Diego public library system. You may be aware of the serious financial problems facing the California State Library. And yet, even in dire times the San Diego's library is receiving $312 million dollar to finance substantial library expansion including a new main library with multiple branches. Much of the credit goes to the library director who, through her involvement in the community, keeps the library in the forefront of the minds of city officials.
We all recognize the vital role libraries play in our communities but others may not. It, therefore, becomes our responsibility to make community leaders understand the relationship between a strong, well-supported library and a vibrant community. This take diligent community involvement including attending city council and/or chamber of commerce meetings; taking leadership roles in all community planning meetings and programs, etc. Why not invite meeting groups to host their meetings in the library?
It is also relatively simple to create a table or booth which can be manned during community festivals, school programs and other community events.
These displays can be customized to the particular event and should highlight related library materials.
See the following links for information on creating eye-catching library displays:
http://star61451.tripod.com/marketingthelibrary/id4.html
http://www.librarysupportstaff.com/libsigns.html
http://www.makessense.co.uk/vegan/resources/LibraryDisplayGuide.ptml
Jennie
Technical Services Librarian
Montana Historical Society
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