Dakota County Library

Minitex News articles tagged with "Dakota County Library" (5):

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Dakota County Library seeks Library Senior Information Assistant

Dakota County Library seeks Library Senior Information Assistant with a base pay of $17.80/hour. This position requires a high school diploma or G.E.D., and one year of experience working with the public in an office or retail setting.
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Farmington's winning combination: A top-notch staff and extended self-service hours

When Dakota County Library's branch in Farmington is open, its staff creates programming and provides in-person service that are valued by the community. When it's closed, self-service hours extend access to the library by a whopping 71 hours per week. Patrons love the combination.
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American Indians in Books for Children and Teens event

Dakota County Library is hosting a live virtual program with Dr. Debbie Reese as part of their upcoming Native American and Indigenous series. Dr. Reese’s live virtual presentation will be entitled American Indians in Books for Children and Teens and is scheduled for Monday, November 8 at 7 pm.
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Remembering Bill Asp

Minitex staff were saddened this week to learn of the passing of Bill Asp, a beloved champion of Minnesota libraries. Asp directed Minnesota's State Library Agency and served on the Minitex Policy Advisory Council for over 20 years. In 2010, he recorded an interview for the Minitex Oral History Project that is now available in the Minnesota Digital Library.
The wordmark for the Dakota County Library. Burnt orange text atop a white background.

Dakota County Library a finalist for national medal for service

Dakota County Library is among 30 finalists for the 2021 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the Institute of Museum and Library Services announced March 18. Dakota County Library is the only finalist from Minnesota.