Getting my bearings

Nobody ever seems to go into the Local History - and now that I am learning about it it seems like there are constant interruptions.

There are multiple things going on:
- weeding of old books. These books must be removed from the catalog* and then boxed according to their destination - general sale, special collectors sale, destruction.
*slight confusion for me about cataloging - libraries use classification system and archives use provenance and original order for grouping and classification. The Local History room has both types of materials so it appears that books are classified using Dewey and I will have to explore the other items. But if the title page of a publication goes against the local history room policies, I think we would override the published classification

I have a work space (see picture) which has a computer. I had a few issues with the computer starting out so will determine if configuration is correct or if I need technical help. I want to be able to access my journal and any web sites related to my topic while I'm in the room so this is a priority to me.

EPalmisano has already organized supplies for the project - filing materials such as folders, pendaflex files, postcard holders, binders, etc

I must catch up on my reading. I have a copy of the Policies and Procedures that were approved by the Board of Trustees in 2006 before the room opened to the public. (room was created in 2004 but not opened to the public until 2006). Important to get an understanding of this document before getting too far into any project. There is also a "guidebook" which I must review. Is this the same as the white binder that has the mission statement, guidelines for use of the room, registration form etc? Not sure.