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Please join us on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 4 pm for a discussion on the Israel and Palestine Conflict. The discussion will be led by Michael Himlie who spent a year in Palestine providing unarmed protection for civilians. The display, which features images and news articles from the area, will be on exhibit at the library through Aug. 22.
Notice is hereby given that the Spring Valley Public Library Board of Trustees has rescheduled its regular June meeting. The meeting will be held on Thursday, June 25, at 6 pm at the library.
Summer Reading is Coming Soon!
We have a new Summer Library Assistant position opening up for the summer! Pick up an application at the library, at city hall, or email sv_dir@selco.info to have one emailed to you. Application deadline is May 27.
The Summer Library Assistant will be a temporary, part-time, position to help with summer reading activities andother library tasks in June, July and August. Some hours may be available beyond that time period as a substitute and/or on Saturdays. The individual will be responsible for helping withsummer pop-up programs, preparing crafts for the activity room, helping children with reading logs and prize distribution as well as helping set up and attending special events. This individual will also help with basic library tasks such as circulation, shelving, cleaning and assisting patrons with materials, technology and other tasks.
Candidates should have strong computer skills, be detailed-oriented, be able to work cooperatively and independently, and possess excellent communication and customer service skills. Experience with working with children a plus! Youth applicants (ages 15 and older) who have needed skills will be considered.
Individual can expect to work 10 to 15 hours a week, with some Saturday hours possible.
To apply, pick up an application at the Spring Valley City Hall, Spring Valley Public Library or online at www.springvalley.govoffice.com.
Please bring completed application to the library or send to the Spring Valley Public Library, Attn: Director, 121 West Jefferson St, Spring Valley, MN 55975, or email a PDF to sv_dir@selco.info.
Application Deadline is May 27.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Spring Valley Public Library Board of Trustees has set a special meeting to discuss items related to its exterior renovation project. The meeting will be held on Thursday, May 7, at 5 pm at the library.
~ Joel Huebner, Board President