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Is anyone out there showing YouTube videos on a public-facing TV screen? We have two big flat screen HDTVs in our system, and currently use them to display powerpoint presentations with info about library programs and services. I would love to show some of those great library YouTube videos on them also, but am not sure about the "permission" thing. I know I can't download from YouTube, but if we have a live connection, and just play them from a playlist, is that OK? All ideas and advice welcome… Continue

Ok you fabbo Librarians...I'm on the Staff Social Committee, and our summer picnic is coming up at the end of the month. We have fun stuff for the kids to do, but need something fun -- and not too physically or mentally challenging!!! -- for the adults to do.

Any ideas?

What was the most fun game you've played at a picnic and why?

Can't wait to hear from you all!

BTW, last year we did a "Toss Wet Sponges at the Chief Librarian" (and other management types), w… Continue

How cool is this?!

A "Pimp my Bookcart" contest would be a fab idea for a teen event at any library.