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Date: Sat, 1 Aug 1998 01:57:22 -0400 (EDT)
To: pubyac-digest@nysernet.org
Subject: pubyac V1 #394
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 14:09:44 PST
From: "Steven" <Steven@westlinn.lib.or.us>
Subject: portable stage for programs
We're thinking of paying someone to make a stage to use for some
children's programs. Some of our programs feature action that's
close to the ground (like last week's "performing pigs"), and when
there's a big crowd, many kids can't see without kneeling, standing,
or climbing on a grownup's shoulders. Raising the performer's level
woul help immensely. We might even use it for programs when it's not
crucial, like for singers and storytellers. We'd like to have a
portable, adjustable stage, which we can assemble at various sizes
(as big as ten by twenty feet) and various heights. Ideally, it
would also be easy to put together, take apart, and move.. Does
anyone use such a stage in their library. If so, I'd love to hear
any comments on how it works, what the design is like, costs, etc.
If you reply to me I will summarize responses for the list...
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Steven Engelfried, West Linn Public Library
1595 Burns Streeet West Linn, OR 97068
ph: 503-656-7857 fax: 503-656-2746
e-mail: steven@westlinn.lib.or.us
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 17:40:21 -0400 (EDT)
From: VASILIK@palsplus.org
Subject: RE: Pack-o-Fun
Our library has subscribed to Pack-o-Fun for years. It is used by scout
leaders, day care teachers, and others who are doing crafts with groups.
Many of the crafts are best with small groups -- it is aimed mostly at
scouts, but some of the simple crafts have been used by librarians here
for programs at the library. It does have a definite Boy Scout slant, but
gives a lot of seasonal crafts, with pater
ns and easy to follow direction.
Pat Vasilik
Clifton Public Library
Clifton, NJ
vasilik@palsplus.org
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 12:59:42 -0600 (MDT)
From: Lu Benke <lubenke@libsys.ci.fort-collins.co.us>
Subject: A good kind of problem
We have the wonderful problem of coming up with a wish list to
present to the local Rotary Clubs. They are interested in raising and
donating around $15,000 to the Children's Area of our Main Library. Just
this summer they donated about the same amount to the Children's Area of our
new branch library and we are enjoying a new puppet stage, a cd-rom
station (being ordered) and $7000 worth of children's materials thanks to
them. Does anybody in PUBYAC land have any suggestions? Here are the
criteria for how the money should be spent:
- The emphasis needs to be on reading as much as possible ( We
could buy books with part of the money to meet this criterion.)
- The hope is to come up with something that can follow us to a
new main library building which we hope will be built in the next 8-10 years.
- We have NO SPACE in the children's area for anything non-functional.
- We already have a sufficient puppet stage and cdrom station at main.
Perhaps I am too focused on how badly we need a new library to easily
come up ways to spruce up the present area. All ideas are welcome.
Thanks in advance for the input.
Lu Benke
Lead Librarian
Media and Children's Services
Fort Collins Public Library
201 Peterson Street phone: 970-221-6678
Fort Collins, CO 80524 fax: 970-221-6398
lubenke@libsys.ci.fort-collins.co.us
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 16:44:44 -0600
From: TECHSERVCLER@orion.mtgr.mtlib.org
Subject: RE: Creative Lighting
Our Children's library has benches made out of wood--they kind of look like
as park bench(in a way). We added boards in the back that were cut and painted
to look like trees and added cloth shaped like leaves, that are susspended
from the ceiling by dowls and fishing wire. They look like trees and the
way they are arranged makes kind of a cove for the parents and the children
to read. We don't have to worry about children be hidden or not being found.
Best of luck.
Lisa Wilkes
Gresat Falls Public Library
Great Falls, MT
Youth Services Library Assistant
P. S. Our entire children's room is done in a jungle them.
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 13:43:36 PDT
From: "Tammy Daubner" <tlvdinoh@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: Selling lib. discards -illegal/ unethical? -long
Just curious...
How many public libraries out there donate their weeded or discarded
book to a group such as a Friends of the Library? What does the Friends
group then do with that money? Does it come back to the library in any
way?
A little background before I ask my final question:
My library system, the Medina County District Library, has very strong
and supportive Friends groups. They organize book sales just about
monthly, and use the proceeds of these sales to sponsor library
activities and programs. The majority of the books they sell are
library discards, but a good many come from donations of old books from
the public that cannot be used by the library in its collections.
The library and its Friends groups have come under attack recently by
the same community group who gave us national notoriety for our Internet
access policies earlier in the year (Citizens For The Protection Of
Children). They are "investigating" the library's connection to the
Friends and all related finances. In the fall, when the library system
had a 10-year renewal levy on the ballot that made up 40% of our budget,
our Friends groups donated money (to the tune of $14,000 totally) to the
Citizens for the Library, a separate group of individuals organized to
promote the library and help get the levy passed. The CPC (our
"anti-library" group) had their own campaign against the levy. Since
the levy passed by a healthy margin (here's where I drift into a more
sarcastic tone...) and the CPC failed in their efforts to deny us
funding, they decided to investigate our funding sources. They are now
writing letters to the editor in our local paper calling us
"unethical"
and saying we have "disregarded state laws".
Here (finally!) is my question (okay, there's more than one): is what we
do here in Medina so unusual? If the Friends have a mission to support
the library, wouldn't supporting our levy campaign fall under that
mission? Don't other libraries and Friends groups do virtually the same
things?
Thanks for reading this long message. I look forward to reading any
discussion this may prompt.
Tammy Daubner
YA Librarian
Medina County District Library
LJ's 1998 Library Of The Year!
Medina, OH
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 00:03:49 -0500
From: Karen Wendt <bewendt@facstaff.wisc.edu>
Subject: Emerging Reader books
re: Emerging Reader books
I too, found some books that sound very similar to what you described but came
from a Rigby catalog. The director wanted me to start with a limited number of
the books as $2.50 - 3.20 per 16 (or so) page paper book seemed expensive. The
parents LOVE them. I've had them for four months now and except for one that got
some heavy water damage, they seem to be holding up just fine. I haven't gotten
a report for circ stats yet but my eyes tell me they are circulating. Karen
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Karen M. Wendt, Madison, WI
bewendt@facstaff.wisc.edu
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<smaller>www.scls.lib.wi.us/monona> Monona Public Library
www.mufa.org> Madison Ultimate Frisbee Association
www.aec-online.net/discgolf/> DiscOver Wisconsin</smaller>
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 15:47:00 -0500
From: Peggy Northcraft <mdu002@mail.connect.more.net>
Subject: Re: Pack-o-Fun
Re: Pack O' Fun magazine. We have it here at the Hannibal Public lIbrary.
I've had it at virtually every library I ever worked for (sorry about the
grammar). I just checked the latest issue, but didn't find a web address
or email, just 800 numbers for subscriptions and back issues.
Peggy
At 08:51 PM 7/28/98 -0400, you wrote:
>One of our branches has requested a subscription to "Pack-o-Fun"
magazine
>which the Gale Directory describes as a "Magazine devoted to family and
>group crafts and activities." Gale gives a URL for the magazine which
>appears to be outdated. Does anyone have this magazine in their library?
>Opinions?
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>TIA,
>
>Rhonda Jessup,
>Coordinator
>Children's and Adult Services
>Whitby Public Library
>Whitby, Ontario, Canada
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>
>
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Margaret "Peggy" Northcraft
Children's Librarian
Hannibal Public Library
Hannibal MO
mdu002@mail.connect.more.net
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 22:57:00 EDT
From: Susan259@aol.com
Subject: Dear America
These books are very popular in our system, and in my opinion, some of the
better series fare out there, especailly for girls. I am planning a book
discussion type program focusing on the titles in this series. Has anyone
done any such thing, have any ideas suggestions or whatnot? Any input is
greatly appreciated. Please reply directly to me.
Susan Byerly
Children's Librarian
Haggard Library
Plano, TX
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 09:33:46 -0400 (EDT)
From: Julie Shatterly <julies@lyon.york.lib.sc.us>
Subject: CD-ROMS
Our library is planning on starting a collection of CD-ROMS for
public use. I was hoping to get some information from libraries
that already use them. Can anyone anwser the following questions?
Does your library permit the public to check out Cd-ROM's or are
they for in-house use only?
Does any library charge a fee to check out CD ROMS's?
If so, how much?
Any problems we might want to anticipate?
I appreciate any help you can offer.
Please reply to mistc@lyon.york.lib.sc.us
Thanks!
Misty Teasdale
Julie G. Shatterly
Children's Department Manager
York County Library
P.O. Box 10032
Rock Hill, SC 29731
PH: (803)324-7588
FAX: (803)328-9290
julies@lyon.york.lib.sc.us
Views represented are strictly personal and do not necessarily represent
those of the York County Library.
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 19:26:54 EDT
From: ALMCB@aol.com
Subject: Re: media activities monthly
I am a new student in library school. Recently I came across a subscription
form for School Library Media Activities Monthly. While I am familiar with
School Library Journal, I am not knowledgeable about this magazine. Is this
monthly magazine worth it? Can anyone supply me with additional magazines
that I should subscribe to?
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 10:17:51 -0400 (EDT)
From: Bieszczat <bieszcza@sls.lib.il.us>
Subject: Fire Safety Story Hour
We will be doing a story hour for 3-5 year olds this fall on fire safety.
We've been looking for a simple craft to go along with the stories,
fingerplays and short video we're getting from the local fire department.
If anyone has a simple craft other than a coloring sheet, we would
appreciate the help.
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 17:35:32 -0400 (EDT)
From: VASILIK@palsplus.org
Subject: Re: Emerging Reader Books
The easy readers by Wright and Rigby sound like something I would be interested
in purchasing -- Can someone on the list who owns them give a contact as to
how I can get a catalog or any information to help us order them?
TIA --
Pat Vasilik
Clifton Public Library
Clifton, NJ
vasilik@palsplus.org
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 18:00:56 -0500
From: "Mary J. Soucie" <mjsoucie@htls.lib.il.us>
Subject: Graduate School Survey
Hi, Netters! Many, many thanks to all who answered my
survey. I received an overwhelming number of responses. I
will post a hit in early September once my paper is written
and sent off.
Thanks again.
Mary J. Konieczka
mailto:mjsoucie@htls.lib.il.us
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 16:30:41 -0500
From: "Linda Peterson" <lpeterson@bloomfield.lib.in.us>
Subject: Die-cutting
We are looking at the purchase of a Die cutting system. The flyer we have
is Accu cut Mark III and IV. Have any of you had any experience with these
or any other brands. Are they worth the cost?
Linda Peterson
lpeterson@bloomfield.lib.in.us
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 14:44:13 -0500
From: DLHIETT <dlh@greennet.net>
Subject: RE: Pack-o-Fun
Hi Rhonda,
I recieve the Pack -0- Fun mag at my home, just started my subscription =
in Apr this yr. The Apr. issue was great, I used it for a craft =
program. I found that the next issue wasn't that good and I'm thinking =
of not renewing my subscrip when it comes due. Hopefully, the next =
issue will be better.
Deb Hiett
Hampstead Public Library
Hampstead NH 03841
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 10:11:21 -0400 (EDT)
From: Graham <grahamka@sls.lib.il.us>
Subject: computer furniture
Hi! I'm putting on my trustee hat for this one. My home library will be
putting in the internet shortly-4 stations. We need furniture to put all
4 stations together. I've seen some furniture that has dividers between
the stations for privacy-we think that is a good idea. However, the
librarian from the library that has this unit says the dividers are too
high, as is the shelf the printer sits on. Do any of you know a source
for furniture that would have both low dividers and a low printer shelf?
You may reply directly to me. TIA.
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Kathy Graham 2226 S. 16th Ave.
Youth Services Broadview, Il 60153
Broadview Public Library 1-708-345-1325
grahamka@sls.lib.il.us FAX 1-708-345-0302
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 19:10:02 -0500
From: "Jenny Collier" <jcollier@dupagels.lib.il.us>
Subject: Re: Storytime for grades 1-3
We just started a "storytime" for this age group for our summer
reading
program. It is the first one we have had that has been popular and well
attended. We are calling it "Book-tivities". We read a story or two
and
have a craft, activity or game. To day we read "HOW MY PARENTS LEARNED TO
EAT" (I think that's the title) and then we learned how to use chopsticks!
I have some plastic fish, so we had a team "sushi" race ... pick up a
fish
with the chop sticks, run it across the room and put it in a cup... then we
had some snacks ... shredded carrots, raisins, goldfish crackers, pineapple
chunks and mixed fruit (both canned). They were all munching away with
those chopsticks by the end of the 45 min. program. I plan to continue with
it in the fall.
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 20:17:23 -0400
From: "Andrea H. Mandel" <mandel@voicenet.com>
Subject: programs for boys
Hi everyone!
I know this question has come up on pubyac before but maybe with some
fresh new minds on our list serv I can get some new ideas. In November,
we are having a "girls sleep over" with the theme (guess...
"american
girls"...) Alas, in all fairness to our young lads we have to do a
program for them as well (not necessarily sleep over...) Does anyone
know any attractive ideas?? And what age group should we limit the
sleepover to? Any great ideas for that as well. (I know I am asking
alot..but all other have given such good advice before!!)
Thanks alot!
Andrea Mandel
Children's & Youth Librarian
Marple Public Library
Broomall, PA 19008
mandel@voicenet.com
(610)356-0550 (phone)
(610)-356-3589 (fax)
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 11:45:17 PDT
From: "Robert Nelson" <nelson510@hotmail.com>
Subject: Seeking Good Leni Lenape Resources
Good Day:
Can anyone suggest a good reference book that includes
comprehensive section on the Leni Lenape (Delaware) tribe. I would be
particularly interested in those materials that were geared to YA and
adult readers.
I have several sources in my library now, but they are manly
concerned with the Lenape in post-colonial times. Pre-colonial Lenape
culture is marvelous and I am trying to expose my patrons to what life
was like for the pre-colonial indigenous people.
Your collective intelligence on this matter would be greatly
appreciated.
Thank You
Robert S. Nelson
PS: If anyone knows of a tribal representative that might be available
to speak at my library, I would love know 8>)
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Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 22:34:37 -0700 (PDT)
From: bcl003@coyote.accessnv.com
Subject: William Matrimmatoe Stumper answer
Thank you to Vanessa Adams, Marie Noe, Linda Massen, and Rebecca Friedman
for the Information on the William Matrimmatoe game.
It is a game similar to "One Potato Two potato," played in a circle
with
players hands outstretched into the center. The person who is "It"
walks
around inside the circle, facing each player in turn and tapping one hand
per syllable and the group chants. The player whose hand is tapped on the
last syllable of the chant must remore that hand from the circle. The
owner of the last hand left in the circle is the winner of the game.
Chant:
William Matrimmatoe
He's a good fisherman.
He catches hens,
puts them in pens
Some lay eggs.
Some lay none.
William Matrimmatoe
He's a good fisherman.
Wire, briar, limber, lock.
Three geese in a flock. One flew east.
One flew west.
One flew over the cuckoo's nest.
Wire briar, limber, lock
Many variants end with a tag:
Out goes you, old dirty dish rag, you
Thanks again,
Stephanie Gall Miller
Head of Children's Services
Boulder City Library
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Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 10:54:39 -0400
From: bwilliams@brdgprtpl.lib.ct.us (Bina Williams)
Subject: Reach Out and Read
Hi 'yakkers and 'mooners!
We recently were involved with a local clinic that was participating in
Reach Out and Read (the program where pediatricians give children books as
part of a wellness-through-reading campaign.)
Unfortunately, this particular project flopped because the clinic's
Americorps volunteers were streetched too thin to really pay attention to
the project. Our involvement was cloudy to us.
However, I am a big supporter of the idea of the program and would like to
work with another local group.
My question for all of you is this:
Have any of you collaborated on a Reach Out and Read project and if so,
what exactly was the library's role? Did you provide materials for waiting
rooms or people to do readings? How did the missions of the RO&R and of the
library work for or against each other?
Please reply "off-list" and I will try to assemble all remarks.
Thanks (and excuse me if I asked this before.... We are now thinking of
going to another clinic set-up and are looking to others where the project
has worked.)
Bina Williams
Bridgeport Public Library
925 Broad Street
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Bwilliams@brdgprtpl.lib.ct.us
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