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June Book Club - will discuss at 6:00pm on Wednesday, June 5th

6/3/2019

May 14th, 2019

5/14/2019

Half-Time Library Professional, Roger Clark Memorial Library (Pittsfield, VT)

The Roger Clark Memorial Library is seeking an outgoing, enthusiastic, self-motivated half-time Library Professional to become the new face of RCML. This library spokesperson, under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, will be responsible for the administration, supervision and coordination a new library schedule, current and new materials, and services and program development for community members of all ages, while carrying out the policies adopted by the Library Board of Trustees.

This is a brand new paid position for our “volunteer run since 1901” library. It is a great opportunity for someone looking for a change of pace. Starting at $15 per hour with a negotiable 20-hr per week schedule, incorporating one evening and Saturdays. (See full job description below)
Minimum Qualifications-Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree or a willingness to work toward an equivalent degree or VT library certification
Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Willingness to learn
Comfortable working with computers, online, and network applications
Ability to plan, organize, and perform work assignments with initiative and judgment, independently or with minimal supervision
Ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with Board and the public
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Developing procedures for the smooth running of the library and circulation desk
Creating, overseeing, promoting and publicizing the scheduling, as well as the use of the library services and resources
Providing community outreach for volunteer recruitment
Developing and executing programs that appeal to a variety of ages and interest
Maintaining and updating the collection with current materials in various formats
Keeping areas and collections neat, clean and organized
Participating in monthly trustees meeting
Providing regular, written reports of library activity for the board of trustees, the town, and the state, including: Collecting, reporting, and analyzing library statistics
Following policies adopted by the Board of Trustees, makes suggestions for changes as needed, and proposing ideas for the future
Maintaining interlibrary loan
Spending and monitoring budgeted funds in a responsible manner
Working closely with the library treasurer to develop an annual budget for adoption by the Board of Trustees, receive and pass on cash donations, fees, and other funds and review bills for approval or payment
Attending workshops, continuing education programs, library conferences and other professional training opportunities
Performing other related duties as assigned

Interested candidates please email resume, with references and cover letter to the Board of Trustees at pittsfieldvtlibrary@gmail.com. Applications will be accepted no later than June 7, 2019.

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Lettering with Colleen Wilcox of Wander on Words, Friday, May 17th, 6pm

5/6/2019

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Colleen returns to Roger Clark Memorial Library for another workshop on Hand Lettering . Reserve your spot be emailing pittsfieldvtlibrary@gmail.com now.

Hand Lettering is a combination of art, design, and typography. Colleen Wilcox is an artist and the founder of Wander On Words, a small business focused on hand-lettering. She uses her lettering to create inspirational designs with words and transforms them into cards, prints, and apparel. Colleen strives to be constantly creating in order to inspire, spread positivity, and rekindle a love for nature in others. You can check out Wander On Words at wanderonwords.com and follow Colleen’s adventures on Instagram and Facebook (@wanderonwords).

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Tuesday - May 7th at 3:30pm - Spring Crafts & Stories for Children - Children make a craft for someone special

4/30/2019

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The Western Abenaki: History and Culture. Thursday 4/25 at 6:30pm. Join us for an entertaining and informative presentation.

4/11/2019

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Artist's Way Gathering - Next Meeting Date June 19th at 6pm - Chapter 9

1/6/2019

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The heART of Lettering with Colleen Wilcox, Friday, Jan 11th and Feb 8th at 6:30pm

1/5/2019

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Hand Lettering is a combination of art, design, and typography. In this class, learn a little about the history of this popular medium and create a lettered shape design of your own. Gain skills of how to manipulate letters to form a shape and walk away with a piece of art! Colleen Wilcox is an artist and the founder of Wander On Words, a small business focused on hand-lettering. She uses her lettering to create inspirational designs with words and transforms them into cards, prints, and apparel. Colleen strives to be constantly creating in order to inspire, spread positivity, and rekindle a love for nature in others. You can check out Wander On Words at wanderonwords.com and follow Colleen’s adventures on Instagram and Facebook (@wanderonwords).

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