Alright, I keep talking about how much time passes between each of my blog posts, and I guess that's because I'm actually busy. I don't feel like I have the time to sit down and watch even a two hour movie. And while that's not exactly true, I understand why I feel that way. I just feel like I have a ton of stuff to do all the time. I can never relax.
I have SO many projects at work that I'm constantly being pulled in different directions. I really enjoy what I'm doing, but sometimes it gets the better of me. In the spirit of organization, I started to make a folder for one of the projects I was working on. Easier for me to find all that stuff in one place than in notebooks scattered ALL OVER my desk, right? Well, I sat there at my desk the other day thinking, "which digital collection management system am I forgetting? I know I'm missing one, and I can't remember the name of it." It drove me crazy for about 5 minutes, until I found the program on my work computer. [eyes closed, deep breath, stop freaking out].
I think now is the perfect time for Thanksgiving Day break, although I have to go back to work today anyway, because I forgot something. Story of my life.
But makerspaces! I was going to tell you about makerspaces. That's another one of the projects I'm researching. Makerspaces are basically areas of a library, usually, that offer programs and technology for people to learn new skills/find new interests, make connections, problem-solve, be creative, and generally do stuff. It all depends on what the makers of each makerspace want to teach (or more accurately, what the people who are using the makerspace want to learn). I'd be interested in seeing what kinds of creative activities our college students might be interested in. It's still just an idea we're tossing around. As I've been researching and listening to webinars, I'm learning about the success some libraries are having and practically drooling over some of their programs. 3D printer? Yes please! Programs on screenprinting, soldering, computer building and bike repair? Stop making my mouth water. Now, I understand that not all programs would work for all libraries. But a little part of me is hoping (and praying, wishing, and dreaming) that our students would welcome these kinds of programs. I guess we'll just have to wait and see.
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