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d. Pete the Cat: Pete the Cat is coming to the library on March 18th. So far, the <br />library has had more than 100 people signed up to participate but there is only <br />so much allowable space inside so the event will be moved outdoors with a pizza <br />party and photo opportunity. <br />e. PLA: The Public Library Association will have online training and valuable <br />material for the library staff. Tim said that the programming is cost effective <br />because no one has to travel and he plans on having 2 sessions for each staff <br />member to watch. Tim said that these presentations are a valuable contribution <br />to the staff because they provide libraries across the United States with updated <br />information and new material ideas to keep the library fresh, inviting, and <br />updated for patrons to continue coming back. <br />f. Girl Scouts: The Girl Scouts took a tour of the library. They will be the first <br />community group that utilizes the library, with up to 60 people at a time, once a <br />month. The Girl Scouts plan on hosting numerous programs at the library, <br />including a craft with kids and STEM programs. <br />g. City Square: City Square sent the library a Thank You card, for the non-perishable <br />food items that were donated. Tim said that the library's drive reached almost <br />400 items sent to City Square. <br />h. Book Club: Tim will begin the adult book club on April 19th, starting with the <br />Chicken Soup for the Soul series. The book club will run on Tuesday night every <br />three months. <br />i. AED Machine: The city will retrain the entire staff on the proper use of the AED <br />machine installed at the library, as well as update the CPR certification. Steve <br />asked if someone was responsible for checking the batteries on the equipment. <br />Rob said that yes, the city is responsible for maintenance on all city machines. <br />Rob also noted that there's a phone app available to anyone who wants to know <br />where the closest AED device is. <br />j. Cub Scouts: The Cub Scouts want to establish a Little Free Library. Tim said that <br />the library receives plenty of donated children's books and that the Little Free <br />Library should be placed next to a laundry mat or some location that children will <br />have access to it while having to wait on their parents. Tim said that this is <br />established for the community and people should feel welcome to use it. <br />k. Food Box: Tim stated that a library customer approached him about the <br />possibility of placing a food donation box near the library. Tim thought this was a <br />great idea and noted that he wants people to feel cared for and respected when <br />they think of the library. <br />The meeting was adjourned at 4:53 pm, with Melanie Loughmiller making the motion and Eva <br />Dickey providing the second. <br />The next meeting will be on April 20th, 2022. <br />Submitted by: Jennifer Cullum, Secretary <br />