So today I feel like I finally got the hang of RSS. I added a number of RSS feeds to my Bloglines account, and am going to get ride of a few. It's actually kind of fun!

I can see that this could be very useful for library patrons. They could be kept informed about new books or other materials added to the collection; upcoming programs of interest; or new services.

They could also subscribe to blogs posted by library staff. I think our communities would enjoy reading regular blog posts from their branch librarian; teen or children's services coordinator; executive director; foundation director; board member; or in fact, any staff member that would like to keep people posted on "a day at the library" and what we do here. In fact, blogging is an amazing way to tell our stories - both the institutional story and our personal stories as library staff.