Library work is not boring

I have been a volunteer at the Pea Ridge Public Library for about four months. I have learned much while I've been there. I have learned how a library works, how hard it can be to keep up with it, and most importantly, respect -- respect for the librarians, volunteers, and everyone who donates to the library to keep it up and running. The library is a non profit community organization.

Libraries might seem put together, but have you ever thought of the people who shelve the books returned, clean the library, or even keep the shelves neat? It's more work than I thought it would be, I thought that being a librarian would be boring, but to my surprise, it's not. There are a lot of people behind the scenes of the little quiet library. It's actually a lot of tedious work, shelving books, cleaning, putting patrons into the system and reorganizing things.

Volunteer work is a lot of fun and has taught me what it might be like in a few years when I get a job, it's hard work but it pays off in the long run. It's also good for the community.

Editor's note: Khalyn Kastner, a volunteer at the Pea Ridge Community Library, wrote the library column this week. The opinions expressed are those of the writer. She can be reached at the library at 451-8442.