The Leader behind the Fantastic Flower Mound Library, Sue Ridnour
The Flower Mound Public Library is a classic town institution, and it's tempting to think you know everything about it. Sue Ridnour, the director of Library Services, is here to set the record straight. She wants you to know that if you haven’t visited lately, you’re missing out!
Sue, who has been on the library staff since 1999 and director since 2013, is especially excited about the recent renovation that nearly doubled the square footage of the library building. This extra space allowed the addition of more study rooms, a children’s story time room, and a dedicated teen lounge. There is also a large meeting room that non-profit organizations are able to reserve if they need some extra space for an event.
And while you can still learn about and check out books (Sue has 2 recommendations for you today), opportunities in the brand new Creation Lab that are evolving with the times. The Creation Lab is home to 12 different pieces of equipment, from a low tech spiral binding machine to a high-tech 3D printer and vinyl cutter. The project possibilities are endless! Find all the information you need to sign up to use the machines and what materials are required in the links below.
Even with all of these wonderful amenities, Sue hasn't finished vision casting yet! One of her next big projects is called a Library of Things. This library will have items such as fishing poles or crochet needles that you can check out to dabble in a hobby before investing money in it. She’s also looking forward to the installation of a Story Walk that brings literacy outdoors to the park in a unique way.
The Flower Mound Library contributes so much value to the community, and your support helps make it all possible. Simply using the library and encouraging your friends and neighbors to do so as well is an easy and fun way to help out. Plus, if you’re looking to grow your home library, the Friends of the Library used book sales are held four times a year.
Visit the website below and see what the Flower Mound Library has to offer - you might just be surprised!
Takeaways from this episode:
The services offered by the Flower Mound Library are evolving with the times.
From books to 3D printers, there’s something for everyone.
Library staff are constantly finding new ways to bring literacy resources into the community.
You can support the library by getting a library card and using it, and encouraging your friends and neighbors to do the same!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Visit the Flower Mound's Library website:
https://www.flower-mound.com/135/Library
Flower Mound Library Creation Lab:
https://www.flower-mound.com/2069/Creation-Lab
I've read these since our interview, and I agree. Both are very good reads.
The Great Mistake, by Jonathan Lee:
https://www.amazon.com/Great-Mistake-novel-Jonathan-Lee/dp/0525658491
The Babysitter: My Summers with a Serial Killer, Liza Rodman:
Connect to Sue Ridnour:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-ridnour-b03b8167/
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