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I'm in an impish mood. I've been spending too much time on the computer, trying different designs for tiny Halloween treat bag favors, for an up-coming library program. I've also been making Gothic/Victorian stuff for the decor (we're having a local author, who wrote a book about local ghosts, give a talk on the book, in October). Maybe I've been huffing the hot glue gun fumes too much...
Basically, my job is to think up ideas for adult programming, and find people to do those programs, such as the ghost book author. I also assist at the actual programs (when I talk about working 12-hour days, this is what I mean). I do most of my work at home, as I have little time at work (my main job is still cataloging), and I think better at home with this stuff. I do a lot of graphic art stuff, crafts, etc. for the programs, as well. My tools for those things are best used at home.
It just occurred to me that I could set up some fun programs that would ensure that I would NEVER have to work this job again:
1. Make Your Own Voodoo Dolls For Kids! (I have visions of me hand-sewing about 60-80 dolls...)
2. Human Sacrifice Night at the Library! I do have a lovely tablecloth they could use for the altar. I think we should put some tarps down, though--the Maintenance guy is a bit weird about stains on the meeting room carpet. Any ideas for refreshments?
3. Get Your Goat! Learn to milk a goat, right inside the Library!
4. Authentic Roman Orgy! I do have some swell ideas for refreshments for this one. Easy-peasy! Costumes encouraged, but must be easy to remove.
5. First Annual Book Bonfire! (Tee-hee!)
6. For any other books that are left after the bonfire: Re-Write Library Books! You are given pens, markers, and crayons, and let loose in the stacks. Choose a book, and add your own embellishments to the text and illustrations.
7. A wonderful employee-enrichment program: Barcode Laser Scanner Gun Battle! C'mon, Circulation Staff--you know you've always wanted to do this. First prize goes to whoever still has their eyesight at the end of the battle, which will last 60 minutes.
8. Make Your Own Poo-Pet! Why use clay, when you can use...DUNG! Kids of all ages will enjoy making their very own Poo-Pet. A great Mother's Day gift!
Oh, the temptation...
Basically, my job is to think up ideas for adult programming, and find people to do those programs, such as the ghost book author. I also assist at the actual programs (when I talk about working 12-hour days, this is what I mean). I do most of my work at home, as I have little time at work (my main job is still cataloging), and I think better at home with this stuff. I do a lot of graphic art stuff, crafts, etc. for the programs, as well. My tools for those things are best used at home.
It just occurred to me that I could set up some fun programs that would ensure that I would NEVER have to work this job again:
1. Make Your Own Voodoo Dolls For Kids! (I have visions of me hand-sewing about 60-80 dolls...)
2. Human Sacrifice Night at the Library! I do have a lovely tablecloth they could use for the altar. I think we should put some tarps down, though--the Maintenance guy is a bit weird about stains on the meeting room carpet. Any ideas for refreshments?
3. Get Your Goat! Learn to milk a goat, right inside the Library!
4. Authentic Roman Orgy! I do have some swell ideas for refreshments for this one. Easy-peasy! Costumes encouraged, but must be easy to remove.
5. First Annual Book Bonfire! (Tee-hee!)
6. For any other books that are left after the bonfire: Re-Write Library Books! You are given pens, markers, and crayons, and let loose in the stacks. Choose a book, and add your own embellishments to the text and illustrations.
7. A wonderful employee-enrichment program: Barcode Laser Scanner Gun Battle! C'mon, Circulation Staff--you know you've always wanted to do this. First prize goes to whoever still has their eyesight at the end of the battle, which will last 60 minutes.
8. Make Your Own Poo-Pet! Why use clay, when you can use...DUNG! Kids of all ages will enjoy making their very own Poo-Pet. A great Mother's Day gift!
Oh, the temptation...
