FLF Meeting Notes 9/27/23
Updates from the library
Systemwide:
Amanda Rotella from Marketing has left us for greener pastures
Aptos Branch opening date is still uncertain due to delays
A revision of volunteer onboarding is currently in progress
Programming:
Breaking down the short story begins on Oct. 3rd with Doug Morris
Santa Cruz Noir Author Talk on 10/7
Jackie will introduce Karla de Long on the 11th
Food and Crime by Chris Garcia Author Talk 10/13 TBA
Generative Poetry Workshop for YPL series with Farnaz Fatemi on 10/17
Teen Public Art Workshop w/ Lea de Wit at 10am, on 10/21
Soul Collage returns on 10/28
Make & Explore STEAM projects this month will be spooooky!
All planned programs are on the calendar. As we plan them, we put them on the calendar.
Heather wanted to talk with me before saying yes to additional FLF-sponsored programs, and she also wants to make sure that other branches are getting additional programs, too. She likes the idea, however, and will get back to us.
Jessica has just returned from vacation, so Jackie intends to speak with her soon.
Scotts valley pingpong table has arrived in good shape. We await volunteers (no word, yet). Once we have volunteers, we will need the following:
Net ($20+)
Balls (tub of 50)
Starter & Regular paddles; at least 6)
Seed Library is getting going
We will see if we may need assistance from Friends
Would the FLF like to make the FAQ document for saving / growing seeds?
Personnel & Facilities
Due to the increase in gate count, Felton got 10 extra hours for Library Aides!
LAII Hiring should start soon for our 20-hr. LAII
Community Room paneling finally installed
Teen Room tables shipping date is 10/31/23
Juvenile periodical holder returned due to damage during shipping. New one shipped out yesterday!