“For centuries February 14 has been known as Valentine’s Day, a time beloved of romantics. Now a new era has begun with Library Lovers everywhere claiming the day for the objects of their special affection”
“Forget Valentines’ Day, February 14 has been re-named ‘library lovers’ day‘!”
That’s the pitch from The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) who have come up with a plethora of ways to spread a little love in the library this Valentine’s Day.
Some of the ‘love’ themed programming highlights include:
-Build on the concept of speed dating and host a “read” dating event where singles can meet others who enjoy similar books.
-Decorate your library to create a “lovely” effect.
-Think about playing some romantic music over your public address system.
-Become a matchmaker! Pop a sign on the circulation desk “We’ll help you find the book of your dreams” or perhaps “if you’ve got the question we would love to answer it”
-Create a pamphlet of romantic things to do on Valentine’s Day. Personalize it for your community by including details of local places to go and things to see.
-Tempt users to have a blind date with a book and venture outside their comfort zone! Wrap it in brown paper (tied up with string!) and encourage them to take one home as an “extra”.
With all the energy and attention that is being paid to books and technology and libraries and technology it is quite refreshing to see so many low technology options with books.