Young volunteer excited about library

My name is Olivia Scates. I'm 14 years old and a volunteer at the Pea Ridge Public Library.

Before I volunteered at the Pea Ridge Public Library I was library aideat the middle school, which I enjoyed very much. Once I started working as a library aide at the Middle School, I decided I wanted to become a librarian when I grow up. So, when I was presented with the opportunity of becoming a volunteer at the city library, I jumped at the chance.

Working at the library is a very fun experience. The library to me has a very calm and peaceful atmosphere. Working tasks range from putting books away, checking books out to patrons, and organizing -- to more difficult tasks such as adding books to the system and putting spine labels on books. I love tackling new projects though.

I really enjoy getting to know Mrs. (Alex) Wright, Mrs. Young, and Mrs. (Megan) Bryant, who are employees of the library. They are very fun and sweet to work with. I really like how Mrs. Bryant has brought new things to the library such as book clubs, game days, younger volunteers (which has brought me in) and so much more.

I look forward to each day in the library. Although I've only been a volunteer for a short time, I'm happy to work there. I'm excited to see where this new path leads me to. Learning new skills, meeting new people, and making a impact is such a blessing. Now that summer in full swing, I get to work longer hours at the place I love, the library.

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Editor's note: Morgan Humphrey, a ninth-grade 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.