Time on the Reference Desk
One of the many tasks I'm charged with at the Inglewood Public Library is spending time on the adult reference desk. I was on the desk from 3 p.m.-5 p.m. today.
I should mention that the Main Library (where I work) is the filling in a school sandwich. Crozier Middle School is across the street to the north, and Inglewood High School is across the street to the south. Needless to say, business picks up around 2:30 when school lets out. Many kids are here to do homework, but many use the library as a social hall.
Our usual security officer, James, is out sick. He's had experience in libraries and is able to keep the noise level down to a dull roar. His replacement today may not be as knowledgeable about the problems we face.
The "clueless in Inglewood" award for today goes to a woman who wanted to find a poet. All she knew was that his or her name began with D. She didn't know how to spell the name, nor any exact lines from the poem. I suggested she go back to the place where she saw the poem to get more exact information.
I should mention that the Main Library (where I work) is the filling in a school sandwich. Crozier Middle School is across the street to the north, and Inglewood High School is across the street to the south. Needless to say, business picks up around 2:30 when school lets out. Many kids are here to do homework, but many use the library as a social hall.
Our usual security officer, James, is out sick. He's had experience in libraries and is able to keep the noise level down to a dull roar. His replacement today may not be as knowledgeable about the problems we face.
The "clueless in Inglewood" award for today goes to a woman who wanted to find a poet. All she knew was that his or her name began with D. She didn't know how to spell the name, nor any exact lines from the poem. I suggested she go back to the place where she saw the poem to get more exact information.
Just another day in paradise....
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