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Date: Mon, 2 Nov 1998 12:27:39 -0500 (EST)
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Date: Sun, 01 Nov 1998 16:51:50 -0800
From: "Philip C. Thomas" <flightt@mail.bendnet.com>
Subject: Career Opportunities - Bend, Oregon
Deschutes County Public Library System
Career Opportunities
Bend, Oregon
Bend, located in Central Oregon, is a growing community with friendly
people, music festivals, art shows, specialty shores, and endless
recreation at nearby mountains, rivers, lakes, and parks. Join dynamic
team of 55 full-time employees service 101,000 county residents at five
branch libraries. Two libraries were recently dedicated in Redmond and
Sunriver, and the grand opening of the 40,000 sq. ft., state of the art
Bend Library occurred in late October. Expansions are planned for the
La Pine and Sisters Libraries. We need candidates who are creative,
energetic, and effective in the community and with technology
innovations.
Network Technician/Administrator ($40,280 - $55,137)
Position will manager for Meyer Trust Technology Gran,t administer
substantial annual capital outlay budget, and will work closely with a
dedicated team of library professionals, supervise computer technicians,
and coordinate cooperative agreements and relationships with vendors.
Requires skills and/or experience in TCP/IP networks, router and hub
installation configuration, Windows 95 and NT workstation and servers,
local area network design, implementation, and support, and basic
knowledge of PC applications, such as Word, Excel, email, browsers,
etc. Desire skills in UNIX, wide area network management, and
familiarity with library applications, such as DYNIX. Degree in
computer science or a related technical field desired.
System Children's Specialist ($37-646 - $51,506)
Key management position supervising programs and staff of children's
services for five branches. Requires ability to build partnerships,
develop innovative programs, and supervise others effectively. Three
years' progressive experience and strong marketing and leadership skills
essential. MLS required.
Children's Librarian/Branch Supervisor ($34,230 - $46,828)
Supervises 7.0 FTE in La Pine and Sunriver libraries. Develops and
implements children's services, and serves as liaison with advisory
boards and service agencies. Requires three years' experience providing
children's services, a strong history of initiating innovative programs,
and demonstrated supervisory skills. MLS or equivalent required.
Children's Librarian I & II - Bend (I $27,227 - $37,240; II $34,230 -
$46,828)
Librarian II supervises Children's Department and designs and implements
children's services. This supervisory position requires three years'
progressive experience and an impressive history of initiating
innovative programs. Librarian I position(s) requires solid knowledge
of children's services and literature. MLS or equivalent required for
all positions.
Reference Librarian - Bend - ($27,227 - $37,240)
Provides print and electronic reference service to library users as part
of a team responsible for substantially upgrading electronic resources.
Responsible for selected collection development. MLS or equivalent
required.
Cataloging Librarian - Technical Services ($27,227 - $37,240)
Oversees cataloging of materials, serials, and government documents.
Maintains author and subject authority files, and serves as resource for
OCLC and Dynix. MLS or equivalent required.
To obtain applications for positions, apply to: Deschutes County
Personnel Dept., Admin., Bldg., 1130 NW Harriman, Bend, OR 97701. (541)
388-6553. Application and (supplemental questionnaire, if applicable)
required and accepted until 5:00 p.m., on Friday, November 20, 1998.
For questions on positions, call Library Director Michael Gaston (541)
385-3244.
Deschutes County provides reasonable accommodations for persons with
disabilities. This material will be furnished in alternative format if
needed. For hearing impaired, please call TDD (541) 385-3203.
Pre-employment drug screening required for all county positions. EOE.
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Date: Sun, 01 Nov 98 20:47:00 PST
From: "Johnson, Deidre" <djohnson@wcupa.edu>
Subject: Out of the Dust (semi-long)
Deepest thanks to the people who responded to my query about how _Out of
the Dust_ circulates. I was surprised (and delighted) to learn what a
range of readers it's reached -- though in most cases, it apparently takes
adult promotion to stir iniital intrest in the book. For others who
wondered about _Dust_'s reception, I'm including excerpts from the posts
received (below). Again, a *thank you* to those who took time to describe
their experiences with the book.
Deidre Johnson
West Chester University
djohnson@wcupa.edu
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My son, aged 12, read Out of the Dust and I believe was profoundly moved by
it. When I asked him how he liked it, he said "Good!....sad..." and
his
countenance changed. He chose to read it on his own. I didn't probe any
further.
My opinion: it is a memorable book which deserved to win the Newbery.
My observation: it circulates.
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I had a girl patron approximately 10-12 years old who raved about the book
and was looking for anything else by Karen Hesse. I mentioned how sad and
moving I thought it had been and she recognized that but was also very
hopeful about the girl's
future.
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Out of the Dust IS circulating here. It is being read by girls who are
mostly 6th to 9th graders. We had to get it started by giving it to a few
girls we thought would like it & telling them it was not really a book of
poetry.
My daughter was a 5th grader who reads well but doesn't chose to do it often
when I gave it to her. She read it in one sitting and cried through parts
of it. "Mom. Some of that is so sad. Are these real people?" She
passed
it on to two of her friends & at least one of them shared with others.
Yes. It is being read by girls & young women. I would guess that it is not
a book most would just pick up, but once they get started it is difficult to
put down - and, for many, difficult not to share it with a friend.
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I run a book share group of 5-7 graders. I read them the first 30 pages
out loud (with a bit of a drawl) and they were arguing over who would get to
check out the 3 copies. Two weeks later we had a lively talk about the
book, and their reactions and feelings about it. Out of the Dust did not
end up being one of their "Young Critics" choices for the year, but we
all
enjoyed it.
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We accessioned our copy in early '98, beginning of February I think.
It has circed twice since then. [...] The binding and pages seem really
pristine. I have my doubts whether the two circs indicate the book has been
read twice.
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I began a reading club for elementary age children this fall. At our first
session a child brought in Out of the Dust to share and recommend. She liked
the ending and appeared to understand the book, she is about 11 years old.
Our copies are in the Young Adult section and do appear to be circulating.
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I think it is a book that needs teacher and librarian encouragement (right
now) as opposed to a book that will receive a lot of circulation. At our
library it circulates somewhat, but not extremely well. Right now it doesn't
have the reputation as something to read by students and it is in a form
that many students have no experience hearing or reading. That, in my
experience, tends to discourage students from picking it up on their own.
However, the classes that have heard it and that have
discussed "serious well-written poetry" usually think very highly of
the
book.
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I, also, read Out of the Dust and loved it. Several of our Board members
did too. I had the same concerns about its appeal to children, so I gave it
to my third grade daughter who loved it. She lent it to the fifth and
seventh grade sisters across the street, and they loved it also. However, I
don't think it has gone out since. My feeling is that a child needs to be a
*very* sophisticated reader to pick up this book. I have recommended it
to adult reading groups, but I think I would not give it to a child without
knowing something about him or her. Alas, most of our kids seem to want
Bailey School, Mary Kate and Ashley, Goosebumps, California Diaries, etc.
I think I would rather break that barrier with Shiloh, or Bridge to
Terabithia.
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Date: Thu, 29 Oct 1998 08:24:00 -0800
From: Maya_SPECTOR@city.palo-alto.ca.us (Maya SPECTOR)
Subject: Violin stumper answered
Thanks to those who recognized my story of the girl whose father died
and who learned to play the violin as Girl of the Limberlost.
Maya Spector
Palo Alto Children's Library
maya-spector@city.palo-alto.ca.us
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Date: Thu, 29 Oct 1998 10:55:08 -0900 (AST)
From: Sherri Douglas <sherrid@muskox.alaska.edu>
Subject: Stumper answered - mythology
Thanks to Mark S. Gochnour of Poolesville Library, Montgomery County
(Maryland) for answering my mythology stumper.
Days of the Week by William Keyser
Thank you Mark!
Sherri Douglas
Anchorage Municipal Libraries
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Date: Thu, 29 Oct 1998 09:39:05 -0600
From: Jeanette Larson <jlarson@tsl.state.tx.us>
Subject: Austin/Texas Book Festival
Looking for an excuse to visit Austin, Texas? The Third Annual Texas
Book
Festival, November 13-15, 1998 will feature more than 100 Texas and
national
authors, including about 25 authors of books for young people. All
author
events are free. For detailed information and a schedule, go to
http://link.tsl.state.tx.us/bookfest/ . All proceeds from the sale of
books
and other fund raising efforts benefit Texas public libraries.
Jeanette Larson
Texas State Library & Archives Commission
P.O. Box 12927
Austin, TX 78711
512-463-5456
jlarson@tenet.edu
jlarson@tsl.state.tx.us
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Date: Fri, 30 Oct 1998 09:21:00 -0500
From: "Kathleen Saxton" <ksaxton@wepl.lib.oh.us>
Subject: stumper: Rooftop creatures
Hi All!
My assistant had a patron in yesterday asking about a book in which
creatures come out at night and dance on the rooftops. These creatures
had to dance carefully because they carried some type of liquid in their
heads that they did not want to spill. (As if the tops of their heads
were like cups) Any ideas at all? TIA!
Kathy Saxton
Willoughby Public Library
Willoughby, Ohio
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Date: Thu, 29 Oct 1998 18:10:34 -0600
From: Gilbert Crawford <gcrawfor@hpl.lib.tx.us>
Subject: Job Announcement - Houston, TX
The following job announcement has been posted to several listservs. Please
excuse cross-posting.
HOUSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Librarian III
Social Sciences
PN# 69549
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coordinates ordering of all materials in the department's collection.
Oversees weeding/withdrawal of materials. Works with manager to distribute
funds and monitor spending. Inputs orders into database.
Evaluates/recommends internet sites for inclusion in library homepage.
Provides reference service to the public. Assists patrons in use of
Internet, CD-ROM, databases and on-line indexes. May be responsible for
maintaining departmental LAN. Supervises page staff.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Must be able
to use a computer to input/access information. Position requires stooping,
bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds. Must be able to move freely throughout
the unit to file/retrieve library materials.
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited
program.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three (3) years of professional library experience is required including one
year of management experience.
PREFERENCES
Customer/Public service experience preferred. Current computer skills
including Microsoft Windows, Office 97 (Word, Excel, and Access). Ability to
plan and organize work; good knowledge of current library procedures;
ability to supervise subordinates.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's
qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this
classification. The minimum to midpoint of this salary range is:
$37,466 - $46,852 Annually
OPENING DATE November 4, 1998
CLOSING DATE Open Until Filled
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Applications are accepted and must be received by the Human Resources
Department during posted opening and closing dates shown, between 9:00 am to
4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 500 Jefferson, 15th floor. First
preference will be given to those applications with a resume attached.
Successful candidates will be notified of their application status. All new
and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a
physical examination and verification of information provided.
OUT-OF-TOWN applicants may submit a cover letter and resume to:
Ralph A. Patterson
Human Resources Manager
Houston Public Library
500 McKinney
Houston, TX 77002
ph. 713/247-3558
fax 713/247-1266
e-mail: rpatters@hpl.lib.tx.us
Please reference PN# 69549 in your cover letter.
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Name: Gilbert Crawford
E-mail: gcrawfor@hpl.lib.tx.us
Phone: 713/247-1272
Date: 10/29/98 Time: 18:10:35
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Date: Thu, 29 Oct 1998 20:29:28 -0500 (EST)
From: Kathy Thornhill <ktho@vlc.lib.mi.us>
Subject: Stumper--Trolls, Fairies, Pixies.. .
Hello to all--
I have been a lurker on the list for quite some time, but find
myself in need of assistance from the collective mind. I am a
children's librarian in Michigan, and one of my little patrons called
this afternoon asking for the collective term used for fairies, pixies,
trolls, monsters and the like. It seems that I have heard a collective
term at some point, possibly in my children's literature classes, but I
sure can't remember what it is. I have looked in the children's
literature texts that I have access to in my library, I checked Man
Myth and Magic, and didn't really find the answer (the section on
fairies mentioned these other magical beings, but no umbrella term).
We've also checked the encyclopedia (World Book) to no avail. Any
leads would be appreciated.
Thanks for the help---Kathy ktho@vlc.lib.mi.us
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Date: Thu, 29 Oct 1998 18:13:52 -0600
From: Gilbert Crawford <gcrawfor@hpl.lib.tx.us>
Subject: Job Announcement - Houston, TX
The following job announcement has been posted to several listservs. Please
excuse cross-posting.
HOUSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Librarian III
Humanities
PN# 69583
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Directs and monitors the daily operations of the Humanities Department.
Supervises staff including: selection, training, scheduling and performance
evaluations. Responsible, as a senior reference librarian, for providing
patrons with reference and readers' advisory services in response to
questions in-person, by telephone, mail and e-mail. Interprets and teaches
use of complex indexes, directories and bibliographies in print, on CD-ROM
and online. Performs collection development and collection management for an
assigned discipline. Responsible for overall operation of the department in
the absence of the Unit Manager. Performs other tasks essential to efficient
library operation. Requires evening and weekend shift (Saturday and Sunday)
work.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must be
able to use a computer to input/access information. Position requires
stooping, bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds. Must be able to move freely
throughout the unit to file/retrieve library materials.
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited
program.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three (3) years of professional library experience is required including one
(1) year of management experience.
PREFERENCES
Bachelor's degree in a Humanities' related field such as literature,
philosophy, psychology, religion or language. Customer/Public service
experience preferred. Ability to plan and organize work; good knowledge of
current library procedures; ability to supervise subordinates. Current
computer skills including Microsoft Windows; Office 97 (Word, Excel,
Access).
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's
qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this
classification. The minimum to midpoint of this salary range is:
$37,466 - $46,852 Annually
OPENING DATE November 4, 1998
CLOSING DATE Open Until Filled
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Applications are accepted and must be received by the Human Resources
Department during posted opening and closing dates shown, between 9:00 am to
4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 500 Jefferson, 15th floor. First
preference will be given to those applications with a resume attached.
Successful candidates will be notified of their application status. All new
and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a
physical examination and verification of information provided.
OUT-OF-TOWN applicants may submit a cover letter and resume to:
Ralph A. Patterson
Human Resources Manager
Houston Public Library
500 McKinney
Houston, TX 77002
ph. 713/247-3558
fax 713/247-1266
e-mail: rpatters@hpl.lib.tx.us
Please reference PN# 69583 in your cover letter.
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Name: Gilbert Crawford
E-mail: gcrawfor@hpl.lib.tx.us
Phone: 713/247-1272
Date: 10/29/98 Time: 18:13:52
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Date: Thu, 29 Oct 1998 14:06:08 -0400 (EDT)
From: bernheim@vmsvax.simmons.edu
Subject: wordless picture book
I am actually doing this on behalf of my mother. She remembers a wordless
picture book that she saw in the mid to late 70's in our local library.
It's about a little girl who spills ink (or something like that) on her
parents' hardwood floor. She spends the entire book trying to clean it,
only to discover that her parents are having a new carpet put in. I told
her that when I started working in the library, I would go on a search for
it, but I've had no luck. If anyone knows this, I would appreciate it if
you wrote to me directly.
Thanks.
Laura Bernheim
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Date: Mon, 2 Nov 1998 00:50:44 -0600 (CST)
From: Tamara Saarinen <saarinen@alexia.lis.uiuc.edu>
Subject: Have you heard of this booK?
Hello,
I have a patorn that she remembers from her childhood. It's
about 2 boys, and a girl who don't have a mother. They go to a market to
choose a mom, and they go through a few. The market has an exchange
policy. She remembers one of the mom's was a hippie type who played
guitar and sang, and another was a really good cook. She read this book
about 17 or 18 years ago. If this rings a bell with you, or any of you
remember this book please let me know. We already checked A to Zoo, but
none of the titles under the mom category rang a bell with her.
Thanks,
Tamara Saarinen
saarinen@earthlink.net
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Date: Mon, 2 Nov 1998 10:04:05 -0500 (EST)
From: "Donna A. Blotkamp" <blotkamp@tln.lib.mi.us>
Subject: [none]
Our patron is looking for "The Old Grandfather and the Grandson" by
Tolstoy. She was told it is a story for children -- that's all we know.
I've checked all our sources, including short story index, and cannot find
anything. Anyone recognize this? Please reply to me.
Thank you very much.
Donna Blotkamp
Royal Oak Public Library
222 E. Eleven Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Phone 248-541-1470
blotkamp@tln.lib.mi.us
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Date: Mon, 2 Nov 1998 09:28:46 -0600
From: Kate Mills <kmills@bal.alibrary.com>
Subject: Stumper - Sparky and Did?
All:
We have a patron looking for a book he read in the 1950s. It is about 2
boys named Sparky and Did. It takes place in Appalachia (maybe Kentucky).
There is much description of autumn and the boys curing tobacco in the
barn, which figures prominently in the story.
Do any of you wonderful people out there remember this book?
Thank you.
Kate Mills
Barrington Area Library
505 N. Northwest Hwy.
Barrington, IL 60010
kmills@bal.alibrary.com
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Date: Mon, 2 Nov 1998 10:06:38 -0500 (EST)
From: Sherry Rothberg <srothber@ansernet.rcls.org>
Subject: Boy selling rocks stumper solution
Here's the answer to the stumper about the boy who sold
rocks and used the profit to buy a disco. It's
No Coins, Please by Gordon Korman.
Sherry Rothberg Children's Librarian
Finkelstein Memorial Library
Spring Valley, New York
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Date: Fri, 30 Oct 1998 16:26:27 -0500
From: Christine Hill <chill@willingboro.org>
Subject: stumper
A patron is looking for a middle grade novel about a girl who is dying.
On her deathbed, surrounded by relatives, she is given a chysalis, which
opens to reveal a butterfly. She thinks she read it in the 80s, though
it was not a new book at the time.
Thanks.
Christine M. Hill
Willingboro Public Library
One Salem Road
Willingboro, NJ 08046
chill@willingboro.org
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