from the tap 04-01-13

Upcoming events at RPL:



volunteer applications

If a patron wants to volunteer at the library and is at least 16 years old, please have them fill out a volunteer application and background check. Send completed forms to Melody with any notes regarding what they are looking to do, if you feel they would be a good volunteer, etc. All volunteer applications have to be approved by the county before we can set up volunteer times.  Applications can be found on Commons - N:\Volunteer\volunteer with background check.pdf

health appraisal for benefited employees

We learned in our Informational Sessions this week that after April 1st, all benefited employees will need to complete a Health Risk Appraisal:

www.novanthealth.org/CorporateHealth-RowanCountyGovt

and schedule a health screening for May:

https://www.flashappointments.com/client/lgn/launch.cfm?busId=9027

from the tap 03-25-13

Upcoming events at RPL:

welcome back

Marian Lytle (who was Children’s Services Librarian at RPL from 1987-2003) will begin her position of Library Manager at our South Branch on Monday, March 25th.  Marian has been working as a Media Specialist for the Rowan-Salisbury Schools since she left RPL.  We are excited to welcome Marian back to RPL!

wellness plan for benefited employees

To all benefited staff:
 
Due to the rise in Health insurance costs, the county will be partnering with Mark III Benefits Brokerage and Novant Health to offer a Wellness Plan. Please plan to attend one of the informational meetings being held next week.  Informational Sessions begin promptly at the following times: 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am, 2:00pm, and 3:30pm.

• Monday, March 25th Rowan Public Library (Headquarters) Stanback Room
• Tuesday, March 26th DSS - Large Meeting Room
• Wednesday, March 27th Cooperative Extension Building - Auditorium

wi-fi boost

From Edward:
The wireless access points are being upgraded over the next few days (South should already have this, East on 03/21, and HQ early next week).  "rowannc-wifi" will replace "rowanncguest" and "rowan-static".  Public users will see a splash screen and "static" users will bypass that page automatically.  We are hopeful that our patrons will soon be able to print wirelessly from their laptops.

from the tap 03-18-13

Upcoming events at RPL:

tech coordinator

Since Edward has moved back to Headquarters, he will be the primary person to put in work orders with the county IT department (for HQ).

swap shop donations

In celebration of Money Smart Week (April 20-27) and Earth Day (April 22), the library is planning some fun programs including home organization, recycled crafts, home gardening, and a Swap Shop on Sat., April 20th, 10-2.  A "Swap Shop" is basically a yard sale where everything is free.  Donations will be greatly appreciated!  Please see April if you have any questions.  Thanks so much!

from the tap 03-11-13

scrabble scramble

The evening includes a meal and three rounds of team Scrabble.
The Friends are willing to sponsor 2 teams of 10 from staff and friends.
If you would like to participate, please contact Beverly Gaston.
Please spread the word—the event is $30 per person.
(Those who play on the Friends’ teams' tickets are paid by the Friends.)

from the tap 03-04-13

Upcoming events at RPL...

microsoft 2007

IT has completed updates in the labs, so the public labs at all three branches should be upgraded to Microsoft Office 2007.  Microsoft has free training available for PowerPoint 2007, Word 2007, and Excel 2007.