Never try to carry too many books at once. It is better to make an extra trip or use a book truck than drop an armfull of books Circulation Desk Practices 1. Stamp the due date with the book cover flush to the surface of the counter 2. Do not stack open books on top of one another 3. Provide plastic bags on rainy days to encourage patrons to keep the books dry 4.
Bookmarks are available to give to patrons.
The bookmarks carry messages asking patrons not to deface library materials, to keep them dry and away from pets, etc. Other Considerations 1. Never use Post-it notes, pressure sensitive tapes or other adhesives, metal paper clips or rubber bands on any library material because they can stain and permanently damage paper. Text block to board attachment is weak or totally comprised 2. Brittle paper 4.