“Carlos’ quiet personality and awareness of his surroundings at La Pintoresca and his use of good judgement makes the staff feel safe and secure. Carlos is also very accommodating and helpful with the staff and patrons. He has a good understanding of our patrons and goes the extra mile to help them with the copy machine and/or computer questions if staff is busy with other patrons. He always helps with setting up furniture for our Storytime and any of our other programs. For example, on Día Del Nino program Carlos set up all our props and was very helpful when it came time to clean up. We are lucky to have him as part of our team.” -Sylvia Arnold
The Employee Advisory Board (EAB), with the approval and support of the City Manager, is planning a softball tournament for city employees to be scheduled prior to the 2017 Employee Appreciation Picnic (September 14, 2017). This year’s picnic will have a sports theme, so get ready to wear your favorite team’s jersey and represent!
The softball tournament will be a competition between Departments and will be held for 3–4 weekends prior to the picnic. Teams will play until they lose.
Interested in forming a library softball team and playing ball? Sign up with Tiffany Duenas or Young Phong.
“Sylvia is a top notch page who does more than just shelf books. Sylvia makes the effort to clear the shelves of books that are damaged, out of date or titles with multiple copies. For a small branch this kind of attention to detail is extremely helpful. Besides keeping our shelves looking great, Sylvia has taken the initiative to organize the collection in a way that makes it easier for patrons to locate material, and to create a special career section. Sylvia has also shown a talent for creating eye-catching adult book displays, and patrons have responded to the variety of choices and unique material that she has included in the displays. Finally, Sylvia is a super team player, always jumping in to help out with programs and crafts, always arrives to work with a positive attitude that makes her a pleasure to work with.” -Lupita Barajas
“Lupita has been instrumental in helping to build a community of Spanish-speaking families who are finding good books in Spanish and reading more, by giving them a fun weekly storytime in their native language. They come to her storytimes and laugh and share stories, and through that program, Lupita has made an impact on families struggling with poverty. Through her efforts, the library has become their home away from home.” -AnnMarie Hurtado
It’s National Library Week so let’s look back at some of the love we got during Love Your Library Month! Enjoy these pictures of the wonderful comments we got from library patrons.
Let your creative side shine with the first Peep Diorama Derby this April. Entries are due at the Central Library on April 10 and will be on display until the Derby Race Potluck on April 18 when the winners will be announced and prizes will be awarded. Ready, set, go!
“AnneMarie is one of the most creative and talented employees at PPL. On any given day, she can be found heading up children’s programs like Lucha Libros, taking helpful notes for various meetings, and being a pleasant resource at the Children’s Desk. As many of you know, she also has the most amazing singing voice! AnneMarie is always friendly and ready to help out and that is why she is the next PIF award recipient!” -Melissa Perez
You’re invited to a Valentine’s Dessert Party! You bring the lunch, we’ll bring the desserts. Join us in the second floor staff lounge at Central on Tuesday, February 14 from 12-2 p.m.
“We have chosen Melissa Perez as the next PIF awardee because she has been an amazing addition to the Library Administration Team! In just over her 1 year as a PPL employee, Melissa has worked with 3 Library Directors through their own transitions, assisting them in many ways with a great attitude and helpfulness, while she herself was learning her own job. Melissa’s kindness is apparent to all who approach her desk, and she is continually ready to learn and face new challenges. It has been our pleasure to work alongside Melissa , and get to know her.” -Kristen Annes and Carol Dickie
“Kristen and Carol have always been fast and efficient at giving me information on work orders, building issues, and other projects. They have gone out of their way to share relevant information and details about my projects. I wanted them to share this award equally because they are both equally concerned with making sure I have everything I need to do my work.” –Ray Phoenix
The latest news from your friendly neighborhood EAT.
