The Sound of One Librarian Clapping

What is a librarian when he's out of the library and away from books, like when he is supervising an anime meeting? Is he a teacher? Parent? Police officer? No. I say
he/she is a mentor, a facilitator. While we don't want damage to library property, loud noise, or roughhousing which may end in injury, our main purpose is to provide an environment for our teens to learn and grow. This means getting to know the teens
and not judging them. Sometimes their lifestyles may be shocking, but it shouldn't stop us from mentoring them. What plans or dreams do they have? Do they want to go to Japan? Get them language tapes. Do they want to draw manga or anime? Get them books, bring in speakers,show them websites where they can post their art. Do they like Cosplay? Show them books on sewing and Japanese fashion. Put yourself out. Grow and learn alongside them. They'll appreciate it and you.