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Self-Cling Window Poster Displays
You will have noticed that there are new window sign-holders in the library. These were introduced to reduce the use of sticky stuff on the windows. There are two sizes of displays - A4 and A3. The way they work is through static. There is no actual adhesive on the...
New Laptops
We have two new Dell Vostro laptops, which have replaced the elderly Apple Macs. They have been set up in exactly the same way as the Macs - so log in as normal using the usual credentials. Both laptops have track pads but also a mouse = the mouses (mice?) are...
Barclays Bank
A few of you have commented recently that the Barclays representative has been leaving early, before the library closes on Wednesdays. Barclays are aware of this - the staff are permitted to leave for meetings and so on, when there are no customers in with them. I...
Conflict Management and Women’s Safety Training
There will be a session on Conflict Management and Women's Safety for all volunteers at the library on Thursday 4 April, 1100-1300. It's strongly recommended that everyone attend if possible. See poster for more details.
Library Closing Time
This is just a reminder that Library Desk Volunteers should gently remind patrons that we are about to close, 10-15 minutes before the library official closing time. For clarity's sake, this would be 1645 on Mondays and Wednesdays 1245 on Thursdays 1745 on Fridays and...
NEW WIFI VOUCHERS FOR VOLUNTEERS
Dear volunteers Wendy has very kindly issued new Yearly vouchers for the WIFI. Every volunteer will have their own laminated individual voucher which you will find in the top drawer in a little plastic Tupperware. For first time users, you will need to sign in to the...
Health and Safety at the Library
There have been a few incidents at the library lately which have been a bit worrying, and which have led the Trustees to think about procuring advice and possibly training from our Safer Neighbourhood Team (our local police), particularly with regard to dealing with...
Trustee Open Evening 15 February
At Cricklewood Library, we are currently seeking individuals who are passionate about our library and wish to contribute to its continuous growth and success. We believe that libraries are integral parts of any community, not only as a source of knowledge and...
Library Desk Tasks
Turn on computer and log in. When computer is ready, launch Google Chrome. Click on the icon to open up the TinyCat Check in/out screen, then create a new tab for each of these to open: library email inbox, footfall counter, and volunteer intranet. Put the...