These ponderings were included in my presentation to the Union Rotary Club, 15 April 2008.
My name is Nancy Rosenwald and I am the Director of the Union County Carnegie Library. Thank you for this opportunity to speak…it is always an opportunity to speak to Rotary.
I am here to talk to you about a vibrant community gathering place that needs your help and support…a place where people learn, think, plan, dream, and grow.
Yes, that place is the library, your Carnegie Library. I need you to know, we are here to change the picture you have of a library…you know, that silent place run by a shushing bun-headed librarian who seems intent on keeping your hands off those books. For many of us those images still come to mind when the word library is used.
Libraries have changed dramatically over the past ten years and the Carnegie Library is transforming, too. We offer musical programs with classical guitarists and wonderful singers like Bill Strong, basket makers, storytellers, theatrical groups, and even a rock band on the library steps! People from our county come to read, chat, think and fill out job applications on line. Libraries have moved far away from those old images of imposed silence and active spaces have replaced them.
Briefly, I want to discuss the mission of the Carnegie Library, approved by the Board of Trustees this year. Our mission reflects what we do.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Union Carnegie Library is the learning center for our community and is the place people choose to explore ideas, the power of information and the pleasure of reading. Our collections, programs and services reflect community needs and requests, which are offered in a welcoming, convenient and responsive manner.
We accomplish this mission through service, service, service.
Perhaps more important is our vision—what do we hope to be in the future? Where are we headed?
VISION STATEMENT
The Union Carnegie Library will be a modern twenty-first century public library that satisfies community needs through outstanding collections, dynamic programming, and exceptional public service. Our connections to our customers, commitment to professional growth, and responsiveness to changing needs will make our library buildings vital public spaces and our website a dynamic virtual destination for all county residents.
Lots of words…lots of hope…lots of work to be done.
As the Director of the Carnegie Library, it is my job to ask the question what does Union need? From my perspective, we need:
1. Strong support for learning of all kinds, for all ages, for all people.
2. Ideas that result in jobs, economic development, and an array of opportunity.
3. Serious efforts to preserve Unions important and unique history.
4. A sense of pride in Union’s assets and its sense of community.
My goal and my promise to you is this:
The Carnegie Library will grow, will continue to expand its services and collections to meet the needs of this community, now and into the future. We won’t just be that beautiful old building down on South Street but an organization that seeks excellence by listening…responding…and exceeding your expectations.
Thank you for listening.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Mid-April
We’ve got some great books for adults for sale at the library! Hardcover, paperbacks, fiction and non-fiction. Each copy only fifty cents. Come by and check out the selection. Proceeds will help us purchase new books.
Spring is here! And what better time for boys and girls ages 5-10 to join their library friends for an elegant tea party. Learn proper tea time manners with the experts while tasting some oh-so-good beverages and traditional high tea favorites. Don’t forget to dress up!
Watch this space for dates and times, then call right away to make reservations, dahhh-ling!
Upcoming Events at the Carnegie Library:
Events for Kids:
Tuesday, April 15 at 10:00 am, Play With Your Food! Storytime with Ms. Cindy that’s all about food. There will be pizza, crafts and lots of fun.
Genealogy Workshops:
Saturday, April 19 at 1:30 pm, join us for a genealogy workshop called Migration into South Carolina. This presentation examines the most used routes for colonial and antebellum migration into the South Carolina backcountry. Taught by historian/genealogist, Alexia Jones Helsley.
If you haven’t seen our newly designed bookmobile yet, keep your eyes on the road! You won’t be able to miss it as we visit each area of the county, its child care centers, nursing homes, and after-school-sites. Thanks to our Friends of the Library for helping finance this wonderful project!
Bookmobile Schedule for April 14-21
Monday, April 14
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart
Tuesday, April 15
9:45-10:15 Grace Methodist Church
10:45-11:15 Bethel United Methodist Church
11:45-12:15 Pinkney Place
3:30-4:15 Lakeside
4:45-5:30 Horseshoe Circle Community Center
Wednesday, April 16
9:45-11:15 Union Church of God
11:45-12:15 Jonesville Senior Center
12:45-1:15 Mt. Joy Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Ivey’s
4:45-5:30 J & T Express
Thursday, April 17
9:45-11:00 Corinth Baptist Church
11:30-12:00 Mon-Aetna Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Prince’s Grocery
4:45-5:30 Food Lion
Friday, April 18
9:45-12:00 Carlsan Headstart
4:45-5:30 Kangaroo Express, Jonesville
Monday, April 21
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Grace Methodist After School Program
4:45-5:30 Wal-mart
Spring is here! And what better time for boys and girls ages 5-10 to join their library friends for an elegant tea party. Learn proper tea time manners with the experts while tasting some oh-so-good beverages and traditional high tea favorites. Don’t forget to dress up!
Watch this space for dates and times, then call right away to make reservations, dahhh-ling!
Upcoming Events at the Carnegie Library:
Events for Kids:
Tuesday, April 15 at 10:00 am, Play With Your Food! Storytime with Ms. Cindy that’s all about food. There will be pizza, crafts and lots of fun.
Genealogy Workshops:
Saturday, April 19 at 1:30 pm, join us for a genealogy workshop called Migration into South Carolina. This presentation examines the most used routes for colonial and antebellum migration into the South Carolina backcountry. Taught by historian/genealogist, Alexia Jones Helsley.
If you haven’t seen our newly designed bookmobile yet, keep your eyes on the road! You won’t be able to miss it as we visit each area of the county, its child care centers, nursing homes, and after-school-sites. Thanks to our Friends of the Library for helping finance this wonderful project!
Bookmobile Schedule for April 14-21
Monday, April 14
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart
Tuesday, April 15
9:45-10:15 Grace Methodist Church
10:45-11:15 Bethel United Methodist Church
11:45-12:15 Pinkney Place
3:30-4:15 Lakeside
4:45-5:30 Horseshoe Circle Community Center
Wednesday, April 16
9:45-11:15 Union Church of God
11:45-12:15 Jonesville Senior Center
12:45-1:15 Mt. Joy Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Ivey’s
4:45-5:30 J & T Express
Thursday, April 17
9:45-11:00 Corinth Baptist Church
11:30-12:00 Mon-Aetna Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Prince’s Grocery
4:45-5:30 Food Lion
Friday, April 18
9:45-12:00 Carlsan Headstart
4:45-5:30 Kangaroo Express, Jonesville
Monday, April 21
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Grace Methodist After School Program
4:45-5:30 Wal-mart
Friday, April 4, 2008
Upcoming events
Spring seems to be here! And what better time for boys and girls ages 5-10 to join their library friends for an elegant tea party. Learn proper tea time manners with the experts while tasting some oh-so-good beverages and traditional high tea favorites. Don’t forget to dress up!
Watch this space for dates and times, then call right away to make reservations, dahhh-ling!
Upcoming Events at the Carnegie Library:
Events for Kids:
Tuesday, April 8 at 10:00 am, storytime for preschool kids with Councilman Hanvey! Join us for the fun, stories and snacks. Don’t you wonder what our County Council members read for fun and enjoyment?
Genealogy Workshops:
Saturday, April 19 at 1:30 pm, join us for a genealogy workshop called Migration into South Carolina. This presentation examines the most used routes for colonial and antebellum migration into the South Carolina backcountry. Taught by historian/genealogist, Alexia Jones Helsley.
If you haven’t seen our newly designed bookmobile yet, keep your eyes on the road! You won’t be able to miss it as we visit each area of the county, its child care centers, nursing homes, and after-school-sites. Thanks to our Friends of the Library for helping finance this wonderful project!
Bookmobile Schedule for April 7-13
Monday, April 7
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart
Tuesday, April 8
9:45-10:15 Bethel United Methodist Church
10:45-11:15 Grace Methodist Church
11:45-12:15 Pinkney Place
3:30-4:15 YMCA
4:45-5:30 Chambertown Community Center
Wednesday, April 9
9:45-11:15 Union Church of God
11:45-12:15 Jonesville Senior Center
12:45-1:15 Mt. Joy Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Lockhart Town Hall
4:45-5:30 Carlisle Town Hall
Thursday, April 10
9:45-11:00 Corinth Baptist Church
11:30-12:00 Mon-Aetna Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Union County Recreation Department
4:45-5:30 Bi-Lo
Friday, April 11
9:45-12:00 Carlsan Headstart
3:30-4:15 Putman Baptist Church
4:45-5:30 Kangaroo Express, Jonesville
Monday, April 14
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart
Watch this space for dates and times, then call right away to make reservations, dahhh-ling!
Upcoming Events at the Carnegie Library:
Events for Kids:
Tuesday, April 8 at 10:00 am, storytime for preschool kids with Councilman Hanvey! Join us for the fun, stories and snacks. Don’t you wonder what our County Council members read for fun and enjoyment?
Genealogy Workshops:
Saturday, April 19 at 1:30 pm, join us for a genealogy workshop called Migration into South Carolina. This presentation examines the most used routes for colonial and antebellum migration into the South Carolina backcountry. Taught by historian/genealogist, Alexia Jones Helsley.
If you haven’t seen our newly designed bookmobile yet, keep your eyes on the road! You won’t be able to miss it as we visit each area of the county, its child care centers, nursing homes, and after-school-sites. Thanks to our Friends of the Library for helping finance this wonderful project!
Bookmobile Schedule for April 7-13
Monday, April 7
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart
Tuesday, April 8
9:45-10:15 Bethel United Methodist Church
10:45-11:15 Grace Methodist Church
11:45-12:15 Pinkney Place
3:30-4:15 YMCA
4:45-5:30 Chambertown Community Center
Wednesday, April 9
9:45-11:15 Union Church of God
11:45-12:15 Jonesville Senior Center
12:45-1:15 Mt. Joy Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Lockhart Town Hall
4:45-5:30 Carlisle Town Hall
Thursday, April 10
9:45-11:00 Corinth Baptist Church
11:30-12:00 Mon-Aetna Baptist Church
3:30-4:15 Union County Recreation Department
4:45-5:30 Bi-Lo
Friday, April 11
9:45-12:00 Carlsan Headstart
3:30-4:15 Putman Baptist Church
4:45-5:30 Kangaroo Express, Jonesville
Monday, April 14
9:45-12:00 Union Christian Day School
12:30-1:15 Brittany Manor
3:30-4:15 Salvation Army Youth Center
4:45-5:30 Walmart
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