Fiscal Year 09

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Ring had a very successful Fiscal Year 2009. We met all of our set goals and greatly exceeded some of them.

Also, last month (June) Ring circulated 18,089 items. This represents a 29 % increase over last June's circulation. This shows that we are providing the extraordinary customer service our customers desire.

Let's all keep working together to keep this momentum moving as we transition into FY10!!

Thanks,

Richard

Thanks for the hard work!!

Special thanks to all of Ring staff for your hard work this summer. Thus far, we have had a very busy, but very successful Summer Reading Program!! This takes a total team effort and everyone's efforts are greatly appreciated.

I look forward to finishing out SRP on a very strong and positive note!!

Richard

HAPPY-ness Abounds

Ring had a fantastic SRP program featuring Happy the Clown. Over 90 people attended and have a great time!!!

Google Docs

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Ring is now venturing into the world of google docs!!

I just uploaded Ring's first google document, July's schedule, to the blog. Each of you should receive an invitation via outlook email to view it. If you have any questions, suggestions or difficulties, please let me know. I am still learning the details of how this works, so we will be learning together.

Thanks,

Richard

Programming Goal met

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I am happy to report that, despite Ring's extended closure due to Hurricane Ike, Ring has met its programming attendance goal for Fiscal Year 2009. Contrats to all staff who have helped by planning, scheduling or promoting these programs!!

Richard

Sunday Work

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Please follow this Intranet link to find the Sundays you are scheduled to work:

https://hplnet.hpl.lib.tx.us/documents/Sunday-Schedule.xls

Also, please note the Work Instructions that are listed and read them in detail. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks in advance for your cooperation with regards to Sunday work.

Richard

SRP Afternoon Craft

Teens, adults and children enjoyed

decorating T-shirt koozies!

Here are just a few examples

of their creativity.

Ring's Closure

If you look at the following link, you can see that Ring is slated for closure on August 1st, 2009. Please note: This does not mean that staff will be reassigned immediately after this date. If is highly possible that we will remain at Ring for a week to two weeks to pack the facility and to wrap up last minute issues. Also, be aware that the construction timeline may change.

I will keep all of you posted as time progresses as to when/how the closing will proceed and what any future job assignments will be.

Please see following link:

https://hplnet.hpl.lib.tx.us/depts-plan.html



Richard

SRP fun - Gymboree was here June 3

Gymboree returns to Ring on July 1 - don't miss it!

El Dia de los Ninos

The kids had a lot of fun that day!

Summer Reading Program

At this time, students may register for the Summer Reading Program via HPL's web site. If anyone asks for help, please refer them to the reference desk for assistance.

Also, starting May 18th, we will start distributing SRP calendars. Please remember to encourage anyone who comes in to visit and participate in SRP activities this summer.

Thanks,

Richard

Fire Marshalls

I have named Vilma and Kathy as Ring's Fire Marshalls. Please know that while they are the official "Fire Marshalls", it is everyones duty to pitch in and to clear the building in the event of a fire drill or a real fire. Soon, I will be distributing the instructions to everyone that we must follow when either situation occurs. If you have any questions are concers, please ask.

Richard

Paper Jam log

It is no secret that Ring's printer/copier often jams. To combat this, I have created an Oce problem log. It is located in the reference binder on the adult reference desk. Please remember to record any paper jam incidents on this log. This way, we can report the problem with the goal of getting it permanently solved.

Door Count Week

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Door count begins this Monday, April 20th and runs through Saturday, April 25th.

Two counts will be taken:

1) Visitor count - Circulation staff will need to record the numbers on both gates at the top of every hour. It is very important that we remember to do this. We want the count to be as accurate as possible. Do everything possible to remember and to remind each other of the need to record the counts.

2) In-House materials count. Do not count items that you shelve or check-in or check-out. However, it is very important that any item you straighten (other than what you shelve) is counted. Also, it is imperative that any item you use to assist a customer is counted. I have prepared in-house materials count sheets for each service desk. As with the visitor count, it is very important you record each item that needs to be counted. This count will be used to determine how busy we are.

Thanks to all for your cooperation.

Richard

Welcome to Lois J

Lois Jerollemon will be temporarily assigned to Ring until the new Children's LSS is hired. Please welcome her as one of us. Her assistance and expertise are most welcome during this transition period.

Sarah - We will miss you!

Sarah Worthen, Children's Librarian, on her last day @Ring NL. She is promoted to LII @Alief NL We wish you all the best.

your local ringers...

DynamicDuo March '09

Kathy & Tony - during the Teen MacBook program

2009 WrestleMania Reading Challenge!

Congratuations Jose Castro! Our regional winner, a 6th grader at Spring Woods Middle School in Spring Branch ISD, loves reading, art, and MySpace! Jose's winning bookmark entitled, "Reading Will Get You Somewhere" illustrated Teens picking up books and discovering they just can't put them down!

Way to go, Jose! We are so proud of you!

Richard's Vacation

Hello all-

I will be on vacation from Sunday, February 16th and will return on February 23rd. I have a morning training to attend on the morning of the 23rd, but will be back after lunch. During my absence, Kathy will be in charge. I trust that everyone will give her their full cooperation and that everything will go well why I am away.

Thanks to all for your hard work!!

Richard

Spring Branch History Program

Ring had an outstanding adult program this past Saturday, January 24th. LSS Kathy Carmichael gave an excellent 35 minute presentation of the history of the Spring Branch area. Included in her presentation were 31 power point slides highlighting important people and events that contributed to this community's rich history. Following this, a 15 minute video, created by local resident Nelda Reynolds, was shown highlighting Houston life during various time periods. To supplement the presentation, several displays were featured providing additional historical information. Fifty-five adults attended this event and had a fabulous time!! Special thanks go to local Spring Branch residents Nelda Reynolds and Patsy Andrews for their significant contributions to the success of this program.