Sammie Collison: Beyond Books – Exploring the Surprising Capabilities of Local Libraries – HGG564
Summary: In this episode, we delve into the power of local public libraries and what they have to offer in 2023. Sammie Collison, shares her experience working at the Bellevue Nebraska Public Library and highlights the various resources and programs available to patrons. We explore topics such as computer safety and security, the library’s digital collection, and the interlibrary loan system. Sammie also shares her own journey and how her background in journalism prepared her for her current role. Join us for an enlightening conversation about the innovative and valuable services provided by public libraries. Thanks of listening<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at <a href="http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg564" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg564</a><br> Join Jim Collison / <a href="https://www.twitter.com/jcollison">@jcollison</a> for show #564 of Home Gadget Geeks brought to you by the Average Guy Network.<br> WANT TO SUBSCRIBE? <a href="http://www.theaverageguy.tv/subscribe" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://theAverageGuy.tv/subscribe</a><br> Join us for the show live each Thursday at 8pmC/9E/1UTC at <a href="http://www.theAverageGuy.tv/live" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://theAverageGuy.tv/live</a><br> Popular Tags: Podcast, Home Gadget Geeks, Home automation, Smart home technology, Internet of Things (IoT), Home appliances, Home entertainment systems, Home security, Home energy management, Home renovation and DIY, Home gadget reviews, Home technology trends<br> <br> Find Us!<br> Join us in the Facebook group at <a title="https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaverageguy/" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaverageguy/">https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaverageguy/</a><br> On Discord at <a title="https://theaverageguy.tv/discord" href="https://theaverageguy.tv/discord">https://theaverageguy.tv/discord</a><br> <a href="https://www.hellofresh.com?c=HS-0ZSD2S2WA&utm_source=raf-share&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=clipboard" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Save as much as $110 on your first 5 boxes of HelloFresh</a><br> <br> Use the code MQU328 and get $40 off any machine purchase and a free capsule dispenser. If you are drinking bad coffee – STOP. Great coffee, one cup at a time from people who really know coffee. Check them out at <a href="https://Nespresso.com">https://Nespresso.com</a> and use code MQU328 and get $40 off your first machine!<br> <br> Show Segments<br> The power of a local public library [2:18]<br> What’s it like working at the library? [6:08]<br> How the computers are constantly resetting for safety and security [11:58]<br> What’s available at the library? [16:55]<br> How do you use the library’s digital collection? [20:23]<br> Can I do a meet-up at a local library? [26:52]<br> What’s the interlibrary loan system? [32:26]<br> How the experience of four years in journalism prepared him for what he’s doing right now [39:50]<br> What do you like to do the best? [43:51]<br> The mistakes you make in life are never wasted [48:09]<br> It’s a big deal and exciting as a dad. [53:26]<br> <br> Links<br> Find out more about the Bellevue Public Library at <a href="https://bellevuelibrary.org/">https://bellevuelibrary.org/</a><br> <br> —<br> More from Chat GPT:<br> —<br> The Bellevue Nebraska Public Library is located in Bellevue, a city in the eastern part of Nebraska, United States. The library provides a range of services and resources to the community, including books, audiobooks, e-books, DVDs, CDs, and magazines. The library also offers online resources, such as databases, e-learning courses, and digital collections.<br> In addition to its collections, the library hosts a variety of programs and events for all ages, including storytimes, book clubs,
