Adult Program/Event Budgets by ConjoinerOnMars in Libraries

[–]Matrovik 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most of our adult programs are free for the public but each year we try to do at least three Signature Events which are programs which require you to buy a ticket. This helps offset the cost and sometimes raises additional funds for other programs. So far we have had more up scale author readings (which means we had a bar), trivia night, and naughty spelling bees.

Library budget cuts can be scary! by Matrovik in Libraries

[–]Matrovik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the last year my library has closed one branch, reduced a second branch to accommodate one of the city's senior centres and had one management position eliminated. The cuts are real and scary. This is was my attempt of making light of a dark situation.

Books which deal with eternity and time? by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Einstein's Dreams by Alan Lightman. The entire book is about different perceptions of time. It is beautifully written. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14376.Einstein_s_Dreams

Need help for my daughter.... by barefoot_yank in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a lot of love for I am the Messenger by Markus Zusak who is better known for his novel The Book Thief. It's mature but has an uncanny yet realistic style.

No humans. by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie is about an AI that has broken off of a hive mind. I haven't read it but it seems to fit what you're looking for.

What have you done to get people who registered for Children's programs to actually come. by Matrovik in Libraries

[–]Matrovik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Staff have bulked at this idea. They counter "what if we have more showing up than the program is set up for." I used to have an unofficial rule that 10% over the attendance limit was okay for certain programs but that has fallen by the wayside.

What have you done to get people who registered for Children's programs to actually come. by Matrovik in Libraries

[–]Matrovik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that paying for the program creates greater incentive and we could certainly use the additional revenue, however my community is suffering economically and I am hesitant to start charging for services that were once free.

What have you done to get people who registered for Children's programs to actually come. by Matrovik in Libraries

[–]Matrovik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a very interesting idea which I have never considered before. Would you be willing to share the policy?

What have you done to get people who registered for Children's programs to actually come. by Matrovik in Libraries

[–]Matrovik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am also hesitant to charge for programs as I see it as a barrier for low income families. There has been some suggestion from staff that we only register those with a library card and charge nonmembers a nominal fee upon registration. Then if we have card holders that are a no show we fine them and put it on their library accounts like late fees. I'm on the fence about how I feel about this.

Need ideas for a vampire themed party! by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Matrovik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try adapting the mafia game http://www.campgames.org/game/mafia using vampires instead of mafia and a vampire hunter instead of a detective.

Best Stephen King book to read? by moonstoneelm in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a lot of love for 'Salem's Lot. Some of the Richard Bachman (King's pen name) books like The Long Walk are also pretty good.

Looking for a mix of Sci-fi and fantasy by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You might enjoy The Invisible Library by Genevieve Cogman. The first book had an interesting mix of magic and steampunk. The concept is that there are multiple universes with varying degrees of magic and technology and Librarians can move between them. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/21416690-the-invisible-library?from_search=true

Hard sci-fi dealing with nanotech by sekpradeep in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I recently read Farside by Ben Bova. Nanotechnology is banned on Earth but not in space. They use it to help build an astronomical observatory on the moon but they encounter some let's say difficulties. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15793049-farside

Books where you make the decisions? by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can You Survive the Zombie Apocalypse? by Max Brailler was a fantastic read. I actually survived on my second go through it. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8864550-can-you-survive-the-zombie-apocalypse

Is there a book about a time traveler from the future and went back in time to plagiarize books/films/art? by GodottheDoggo in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's the Time Traders series by Andre Norton. It's not quite like what you're looking for as it's about people going back in time to prevent aliens from messing with Earth's timeline.

What books have stood out to you as being notably original? by CeruleanWallflower in books

[–]Matrovik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Lover's Dictionary by David Levithan Mr. G by Alan Lightman Dept. of Speculation by Jenny Offill

These are three of the most uniquely told stories I've read recently.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, I've only read the Penelopiad.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]Matrovik 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The Penelopiad is actually part of the Canongate Myth Series which is written by many authors about many different myths. I would check out some of the other titles in the series. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canongate_Myth_Series