Preparing for the Site Visit to Auburn Public Library

After confirming my site visit to Auburn Public Library to interview Lynn Lockwood, the library Director, I got to work planning my visit. Searching the library's website at auburnpubliclibrary.org, I found an immense amount of information that assisted me in preparing. For example, I reviewed several of the library's policies including those on use of library computers, social networking, internet acceptable use, and meeting room guidelines. My goal was to educate myself as much as possible about the library, as well as to refrain from asking questions that I could simply find out by clicking on the right link. (In other words, I wanted to make good use of my time with Lynn, and not waste hers as well.) I searched the entire site taking note of various programs and offerings, such as iPad activity kits available for children and a multimedia area reserved just for teens (more on those upcoming!)

After reviewing the library's website, I also reviewed past student blogs posted by Prof. Blesh to review some of the questions that I may decide to ask. I also looked at those questions suggested by Prof. Blesh. After eliminating any redundancies and unnecessary questions that could be answered by my referring to the web site, I compiled a list of questions. They are included in my next blog post.