Thing 18

As I've already said before, I don't see the value of a social networking presence for libraries. Kids don't want the library as their "friend." We're an institution, not a hot date! Although, according to Alachua County library's my space page, we are a 22 year old female. Right now, she's "diggin' these new databases on small engine repair and automotive repair" and her mood is "impressed," smiley face. See what I mean? It's like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. Let's just stick to an online presence and fill that up with all the flashy 2.0 things we can think of. Quit trying to befriend our young patrons in their world. It's not just creepy - it's pathetic.