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The Big Book Sale will be Thursday October 4th and Saturday October 6th from 10 to 2 each day. All proceeds benefit Friends of the Library, most books are $2 or less!

Join us at the Library as Magician Ed Schmitt presents his Halloween Safety Magic Show on Tuesday Oct 30th at 6:30 PM. Ed will teach the kids how to Trick or Treat safely using Humor and Magic. Fun For all Ages !!!

There will be a Painting Class for Teens Tuesday October 23rd at 6:30PM! Veronica Batter, Director at Rockdale Art Center, will teach the group to paint a Misty Castle!

Your child can gain confidence by reading to a dog or other pet! “Read to Pet Pals ” is back at our Library on Thursdays through October 11th at 6:30 pm . Children of any reading level are invited to read to animals, and get some snuggling from the animals while they’re at it.

Join us for Chair Zumba Wednesdays through October 24th at 2:00 pm. Chair Zumba combines strength training with dance moves using a chair. Chair Zumba is a workout that focuses on improving health, muscles and burning calories. Chair Zumba is a gentle form of Zumba, accessible to adults of all ages.

Are you looking for a book club? There are several options at our library! The group meeting on Thursday the 11th at 1:30PM is discussing ” The Art of Hearing Heartbeats”. The group meeting on Wednesday the 17th at 7PM is discussing ” Widow’s War “. Stop by and try one out!

Join the Library Movie Discussion Group to view and discuss ” I, Tonya ” on Monday, October 29th at 11AM. Light lunch will be provided.

The Kids Can Build Club is at the Library on Tuesdays at 4PM ! Your child can learn to build things using the library’s Lego collection and other materials as well! All ages are welcome.

3D Printing Services Available! Ask Debbie or Stephen at the desk to find out how you can get your first small 3D printed item for free! Check out the designs the staff have made for ideas. They are on display in our display case!

Storytime! Your young child can learn basic literacy skills while having fun! The Aston Public Library offers story times every week, open to everyone! Join Ms. Debbie for toddler time (ages 2-3) on Tuesdays at 10:30, infant time (up to 24 months) on Wednesdays at 10:30, and preschool time (ages 3-5) on Thursdays at 10:30!

Stop by Tuesdays at 11AM to learn the art of Crochet with our diverse group with many levels of experience. Stop by Thursdays at 6PM to participate in a wide variety of crafts with an even more diverse group.

Need help with an e-book reader, laptop or tablet computer? Stop by for our drop-in help time on Friday mornings. 10AM is the time for ebook readers. 11AM is the time for laptops and tablets.

More information and registration for all our programs is available via the Calendar at http://www.astonlibrary.org .

Join the Friends of the Library! Go to http://www.astonlibrary.org and click on “Join Our Friends” to send in your info!

The Aston Public Library Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, October 23rd at 7PM at the Library. Note special date this month.

You can access books for your Kindle, Nook, or other e-book reader with your library card! Go to http://digitallibrary.delcolibraries.org/ to see what is available!

Are you on Facebook? Follow the Aston Library there! Go to
http://www.facebook.com/astonlibrary
and “like” us!

-Stephen Sarazin, Library Director

Your child can gain confidence by reading to a dog or other pet! “Read to Pet Pals ” is back at our Library on Thursdays– September 20th, 27th October 4th and 11th at 6:30 pm . Children of any reading level are invited to read to animals, and get some snuggling from the animals while they’re at it. 

Join us for Chair Zumba Wednesdays September 19th to October 24th at 2:00 pm. Chair Zumba combines strength training with dance moves using a chair. Chair Zumba is a workout that focuses on improving health, muscles and burning calories.  Chair Zumba is a gentle form of Zumba, accessible to adults of all ages.

Are you looking for a book club?  There are several options at our library!  The group meeting on Thursday the 13th at 1:30PM is discussing ” All the Light We Cannot See “.  The group meeting on Wednesday the 19th at 7PM is discussing ” The Doctor’s Daughter “.   Stop by and try one out!

Join the Library Movie Discussion Group to view and discuss ” Three Billboards ” on Monday, September 24th at 11AM.  Light lunch will be provided.

The Kids Can Build Club is at the Library on Tuesdays at 4PM !  Your child can learn to build things using the library’s Lego collection and other materials as well!   All ages are welcome.

3D Printing Services Available!  Ask Debbie or Stephen at the desk to find out how you can get your first small 3D printed item for free!  Check out the designs the staff have made for ideas. They are on display in our display case!  

Storytime!  Your young child can learn basic literacy skills while having fun!  The Aston Public Library offers story times every week, open to everyone! Join Ms. Debbie for toddler time (ages 2-3) on Tuesdays at 10:30, infant time (up to 24 months) on Wednesdays at 10:30, and preschool time (ages 3-5) on Thursdays at 10:30!

Stop by Tuesdays at 11AM to learn the art of Crochet with our diverse group with many levels of experience.   Stop by Thursdays at 6PM to participate in a wide variety of crafts with an even more diverse group.

Need help with an e-book reader, laptop or tablet computer?  Stop by for our drop-in help time on Friday mornings.  10AM is the time for ebook readers.  11AM is the time for laptops and tablets.

More information and registration for all our programs is available via the Calendar at www.astonlibrary.org .

Join the Friends of the Library! Go to www.astonlibrary.org and click on “Join Our Friends” to send in your info!

The Aston Public Library Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, September 18th at 7PM at the Library.

You can access books for your Kindle, Nook, or other e-book reader with your library card! Go to http://digitallibrary.delcolibraries.org/ to see what is available!

Are you on Facebook? Follow the Aston Library there! Go to
http://www.facebook.com/astonlibrary
and “like” us!

-Stephen Sarazin, Library Director

The Aston Public Library is seeking a tech-fluent and interpersonally effective person  to provide service to our patrons. Duties include providing all types of service to our patrons, operating our circulation system, and record-keeping.  Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, strong computer and customer service skills and a love for libraries. Prior library experience is preferred.  

Job description and compensation details are below.  Submit letter of interest, resume and references to Stephen Sarazin, director@astonlibrary.org .

ASTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

PART-TIME LIBRARY ASSOCIATE JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Provides essential patron assistance at the service desk.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE POSITION: 

Performs customer service, circulation, clerical and financial tasks, operates a variety of machines and software and assists with reference to help patrons use the library and its services effectively.  Reports to the Director.

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Registers patrons, issuing cards, updating records.
• Collects monies and issues receipts for all library financial transactions including rentals, overdue fines, lost or damaged materials, donations, book sales, printing etc.
• Checks out and checks in books.
• Shelves with 95% accuracy and shelf reads.
• Knows and correctly executes the opening and closing procedures, including locking the doors, arming and disarming the alarm, collecting and checking in materials from the book drop, pulling requested items from the shelves etc.
• Assesses materials for condition and refers them for mending or withdrawal.
• Prepares and mails overdue/reserve notices.
• Places book requests for patrons.
• Calls patrons to inform them of requested items received.
• Troubleshoots computer programs and machines.
• Maintains current training in areas of work, including staying current with practices in:
• Circulation
• Online Catalog
• Conducts reference interviews and assists patrons with reference questions, knowing when to refer questions to the Director.
• Locates material in the catalog or in the building.
• Is professional and friendly in person, on the phone or in e-mail.
• Informs the public of library policies and procedures, including information about their own records or requests.
• Keeps bulletin boards and displays current.
• Files records by name or date.
• Supervises volunteers.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Is committed to public service values: is patient and helpful with all patrons; cares about patrons and their needs
• Knows and follows library policy and procedures; accepts management’s direction when given
• Must be able to learn and meet the minimal competencies for telephone system, web site, staff email and wiki, and be able to operate and troubleshoot technology/software
• Knows and follows safety procedures, pointing out problems and keeping equipment in satisfactory condition
• Keeps informed on library issues: reads emails, attends staff meetings
• Keeps skills current and growing: attends required trainings, actively seeks opportunities to learn new things
• Shares knowledge and skills: documents procedures, trains others to do tasks
• Works well with others, including patrons, volunteers, and fellow staff
• Is flexible, has a good sense of humor about the irritations of daily work life, and respects the feelings and needs of co-workers
• Understands that change and evolving library procedures are constants in library work
• Is sensitive to patron privacy and intellectual freedom issues
• Is a good office citizen: submits timecard weekly, keeps work and break area clean, responds to emails and requests promptly, has a positive attitude

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Works effectively under stress with the public and co-workers. 
• Demonstrates courtesy and empathy.
• Communicates well in writing and face to face.  Performs essential clerical and math functions–filing, spelling, typing, adding, making change–accurately. 
• Uses the Windows operating system, basic office software, web browsing and search engines skillfully.
• Shifts from one task to another quickly. 
• Moves book trucks with 25 pounds of weight. 
• Shelves books at heights between seven feet and floor level. 
• Reads small print and computer screens. 
• Handles monotonous tasks with fine detail accurately. 
• Works independently and demonstrates good judgment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate physical effort is required to perform duties under typical office conditions. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, speak, hear, and use hands to operate office equipment, and reach with hands and arms. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and complex documents and use a computer.

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: Must be available to work day, night or weekend shifts.  Must be available to work a schedule that fulfills the staffing needs of the desk.  Must be punctual and dependable.

Approximate anticipated hours –

Monday 3PM-8PM , Tuesday 2PM-8PM, Wednesday 10AM-3PM, Thursday 10AM-4PM, One to Two Saturdays per month 10AM-5PM

COMPENSATION:  $11.75 per hour.  Approximately 20 work hours per week.  No benefits provided. 

CLEARANCES: Satisfactory passage of FBI Criminal Record Check, Pennsylvania Criminal History and Child Abuse Clearances will be required every three years.

PROBATION: The position is probationary for one year and non-probationary afterwards.