The New York Public Library Student’s Desk Reference

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Just as The New York Public Library Desk Reference is the first place for adults to look for information, The New York Public Library Student?s Desk Reference is the best place for junior high and middle school students to look for answers to questions on homework and hobbies — or just to satisfy their curiosity about the world around them.Following the publishing premise of its famous “parent,” The New York Public Library Student?s Desk Refe… More >>

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Bare Bones Young Adult Services: Tips for Public Library Generalists

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A guide to serving the 12-18 year-old age group in libraries. Topics covered include motivating young adults to participate in the library, providing reference and homework support and creating a user-friendly and distinct young adult space in the library…. More >>

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Volunteering at the Public Library – Connections and Realizations

“I cannot live without books,” Thomas Jefferson once said.

Well, I cannot live without books either and a few months ago I started volunteering at the public library book store. The store is managed and staffed by volunteers. We work three-hour shifts and during my shift I feel like I am connecting with people and life. Becoming a library volunteer has reminded me of life’s lessons.

For one thing, I am touched by the generosity of strangers. Thousands of books have been donated to the library book store. In one year alone, the library received more than $124,000 worth of donated books. This is an astonishing total and reflects the generosity of the community.

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