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July 25, 2018 – Leonardtown, Md. – The Rotary Club of Charlotte Hall and St. Mary’s County Library are pleased to announce the opening of a Little Free Library at Chaptico Park on Tuesday, August 7 at 7:30 a.m. Members of the public are invited to attend the opening of the new Little Free Library.

A Little Free Library is a “take a book, leave a book” free book exchange. Anyone may take a book from the Little Free Library, or bring a book to leave for someone else to read. The Rotary Club of Charlotte Hall has purchased a Little Free Library to serve the community in Chaptico. The blue and yellow Little Free Library will be conveniently located between the concession stand and the parking lot next to the playground.

St. Mary’s County Library will provide the initial books, and will continue to restock the Little Free Library when needed. Books will be available for a variety of ages from small children all the way up to adults. Anyone visiting Chaptico Park is welcome to read while at the park and take the book home. The purpose of a Free Library is to help get books into the hands of all individuals in our community, while also sharing good books and bringing our community together.

“We are excited about this new Little Free Library,” said St. Mary’s County Library Charlotte Hall Branch Manager Kathy Faubion. “Folks who come to enjoy the playground and the park will have ready access to good books either to enjoy there or take with them. This Little Free Library will promote reading for all ages and encourage everyone to find a great read.”

“The Little Free Library at Chaptico Park demonstrates Rotary’s commitment to community service,” said Toni Kruszka, Rotary Club of Charlotte Hall, past president. “We are excited to partner with St. Mary’s County Library and St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parks on this project that will impact residents of all ages.”

About Rotary Club of Charlotte Hall: The Rotary Club of Charlotte Hall values service above self. We are a diverse group of men and women who are devoted to assisting our community and beyond. For more information, go to www.facebook.com/charlottehallrotary or www.rotary.org.

July 17, 2018 – Leonardtown, Md. – MOMS Club of Mechanicsville and St. Mary’s County Library are pleased to announce the unveiling of a Little Free Pantry at the Charlotte Hall Library on Monday, July 23 at 10 a.m. Members of the public are invited to attend the opening of the new free pantry.

The public can find the Little Free Pantry, a small outdoor pantry supplying nonperishables and personal care items, at the edge of the parking lot at the Charlotte Hall Library, near the entrance to the Three Notch Trail. The MOMS Club coordinated with Luke Grant, a local Eagle Scout who purchased the materials through donations and funds he raised, and then built and painted the pantry. The MOMS Club will be stocking the pantry initially and fundraising and accepting donations to keep it stocked.

Community members who are able to donate are invited to leave household goods such as toilet paper, dish soap, feminine products, diapers, infant formula, or non-perishable food in the pantry. If someone is in need, they may take what they need from the pantry. The Little Free Pantry is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

“The MOMS Club is partnered with the Library on this project because we want our kids to be involved in serving the community. We hope that the pantry is an outreach for those that would benefit from it and for it to be an outreach for any moms who need support,” said Kala Writt, current vice president of MOMS Club of Mechanicsville.

For more information on Little Free Pantries, go to www.littlefreepantry.org.

About MOMS Club: MOMS stands for “Moms Offering Moms Support.” MOMS Club® of Mechanicsville is a support group for stay-at-home or part-time working moms in the Mechanicsville MD area. We offer fun, safe activities for moms and their children. We meet during the day when moms need the most support. We believe that being a mother shouldn’t be isolating, so children are always welcome at all MOMS Club activities. Because we understand how busy moms are, we plan a wide variety of activities each month to give everyone a chance to take part. MOMS Club® of Mechanicsville is open to moms of infants to school-age children zoned for the following elementary schools in St. Mary’s County, MD: Dynard, Lettie Dent, Mechanicsville, Oakville, & White Marsh.

POSITION: Computer Services Assistant

CLOSING DATE: July 3, 2018

LOCATION: Works at all 3 libraries

START DATE: August 1, 2018

HOURS: Full-time, 35.5 hours per week

SALARY/BENEFITS: Grade 3, $33,228; Health Insurance; Life Insurance; Mandatory 7% MD State Pension Payroll Deduction; Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Personal Days; Holidays; Credit Union Services; Direct Deposit; 457 Plans

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Directly supports the Computer Services Coordinator in overseeing information technology for the Library including, but not limited to, wide area networks (WAN) and local area networks (LAN), voicemail system, IT system security, public PCs, printing systems, WiFi, security camera support, data backup, and disaster recovery.
• Provides computer instruction and answers questions in a classroom setting and one-on-one.
• Performs regular maintenance on hardware, software, and networks.
• Performs diagnostics of hardware, software, networks and connectivity problems and takes corrective action to remedy problems.
• Responds to “on call” requests to resolve IT problems in evenings and on weekends.
• Trains staff on new computer and network operations and procedures.
• Coordinates with the Public Technology Assistants (PTA) in each branch on computer and network issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUISITES:

• High School Diploma
• 3-5 years’ experience working directly with networked computers in a fast-paced, high-volume, constantly changing customer service environment, preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience working with LANs and WANs, preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience administering a company network, preferred.
• Minimum MCSA and CCNA if no experience administering a company network.
• Thorough knowledge of computer hardware and software; including, but not limited to, recent Windows versions, recent Windows servers, Microsoft Office, the Internet, wireless technology, firewall technology.
• Knowledge of network technology and routing protocols.
• Ability to train staff and library customers on computer applications.
• Ability to gain working knowledge of Library policy and procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good physical strength and stamina: Work requires physical effort in the handling of computer monitors and related equipment, or boxes up to 50 pounds.

HOW TO APPLY:
See full job description and apply online now.

St. Mary’s County Library is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Law requires all applicants to show proof of identity and right to work in U.S.

Summer Reading programs help kids maintain their reading skills through the summer and are great fun for all ages – from tiny babies to adults. This year’s theme is ‘Libraries ROCK!’ Babies, kids, teens and adults are all encouraged to participate starting on June 18 and finishing August 25. All programs are available online, through an easy-to-use app for mobile devices, or a paper option. All ages are welcome and can participate to earn prizes by completing fun reading activities. Completing the program will enter you to win amazing End-of-Summer drawings! Babies, kids and teens get to pick a free book when they sign up, and everyone can earn a free t-shirt (or a mug for adults) by completing the first challenge. Sign up at stmalib.beanstack.org today!

POSITION: Circulation Assistant I, Part-time 21 hours a week

CLOSING DATE: June 27, 2018

LOCATION: Leonardtown Library

START DATE: July 16, 2018

HOURS: Monday 9-5, Tuesday 9-1, Wednesday 12-8, Friday 9-12, Saturday rotation 9-5

SALARY: $14.99 per hour, enrollment in MD State Retirement System

REQUISITES:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Six (6) months or more of customer service experience.
• Basic knowledge of electronic resources, including the Internet and database information retrieval.
• Ability to gain working knowledge of St. Mary’s County Library policies, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to act as a representative of the library to the public.
• Ability to gain working knowledge of the principles and practices of the Circulation Department.
• Ability to learn to operate relevant computer systems, including hardware and software, and office and retail equipment.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Excellent math and language skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good physical strength and stamina: Work requires physical effort in the handling of materials or boxes in non-strenuous work positions up to 30 pounds and/or continual standing or walking of 90%+ of the time.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Performs circulation desk procedures; such as, checking materials in and out, check hold lists, conduct financial transactions, answers the phone.
• Special projects as assigned.

HOW TO APPLY:
See full job description and apply online now.

St. Mary’s County Library is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Law requires all applicants to show proof of identity and right to work in U.S.

St. Mary’s County Library is pleased to partner with St. Mary’s County Public Schools’ (SMCPS) Judy Center and Food and Nutrition Services on its free summer meals program. Children up to age 18 will be able to access a free and nutritious meal for 11 weeks Monday-Friday during the summer. Children’s meals are free of charge and adults may eat for $3.75.

Beginning on Monday, June 18, 2018, children and their families may visit the Lexington Park Library from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. to receive a nutritious lunch. The library will be serving meals during the weeks of June 18-22, and June 25-29, July 2 – 6 (excluding July 4 due to the Library being closed) from Monday to Friday.

On Monday, July 9 through Thursday, August 16, excluding Fridays, the SMCPS’ Judy Center Lunch and Learn will operate at Lexington Park Elementary School from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., at Greenview Knolls Elementary School from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., and at George Washington Carver from 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Children and a parent or guardian may visit either site for a nutritious hot meal and a fun learning activity provided by a Judy Center partner. On Fridays, schools will be closed but families may receive a meal at the Lexington Park Library from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

During the final weeks of the summer August 20 – 24, and August 27 – 31, families may visit the Lexington Park Library for Lunch at the Library from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.