As a grade schooler I was encouraged by my parents to participate in the reading programs at our library. As a teenager, my first (taxable) job was at our recently new town library in suburban New Jersey. I had the pleasure of working in the basement putting the plastic protectors on the new books (which the publishers now do) and making simple repairs to worn books. (Dare I say I earned $.65/hr)
…...Now in retirement and living in Orleans for 11½ years, I was directed to the West Dennis Library through coincidences of my son's friend in Boston. After years of computer use, I've learned by doing, and I can pass that knowledge to others, including the patrons using computers in the library. But also I get to be “Marian the Librarian”, performing the front desk responsibilities for patrons.
…...Another bonus is the circle of friends I've made here in West Dennis, including the Gill family.
Susan Owens
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