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From: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and
Children" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children"
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Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2001 11:01 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 337
PUBYAC Digest 337
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) Stumper: lighthouse/ghost book?
by "Kahn, Natasha" <NKahn@fresno.ca.gov>
2) job posting: YA specialist
by Naughyde@aol.com
3) stumper- poem
by "Chain, Kathy" <kchain@roseville.ca.us>
4) Kirsten/Kristin JF stumper
by Kathleen Ahern <kahern@selco.lib.mn.us>
5) JF basketball and/or football books
by Kathleen Ahern <kahern@selco.lib.mn.us>
6) WA: Children's Services Manager posting
by Christie Jackson <cjackson@sno-isle.org>
7) homelessness and poverty
by Aarene Storms <astorms@kcls.org>
8) Stumper: Fairy and Witches
by Becky Smith <bsmith@loganutah.org>
9) job announcement
by Mary Matuszewski <marym@srls.public.lib.ga.us>
10) Libraries & the Internet Toolkit Has Been Revised
by "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
11) Children*s Internet Protection Act Update
by "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
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From: "Kahn, Natasha" <NKahn@fresno.ca.gov>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper: lighthouse/ghost book?
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Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:37:59 CST
I have a stumper that I would love some help with:
Our patron remembers reading a book (maybe 4th grade level?), about 30 years
ago, about a young girl who's father had to hide her in the attic of a
lighthouse during the Depression. At night, the girl would see a
female
ghost walking along the beach. The ghost turned out to be a real
person.
I have checked the usual sources, but nothing has turned up. Does this
sound familiar to anyone??
Many thanks in advance!
Natasha Kahn
Librarian
Fresno County Library System
Fresno, CA
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From: Naughyde@aol.com
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: job posting: YA specialist
Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:38:15 CST
Minneapolis Public Library seeks an innovative and enthusiastic individual
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relationships with schools and community agencies. Evaluates, designs and=20
implements teen activities system-wide. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS.=20
Must have in-depth knowledge of YA literature and services. Salary range:=20
$17.61 - $25.07 per hour plus liberalbenefits package. Full-time (37.5
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Send letter of application, detailed resume, 3 letters of professional=20
reference and graduate transcripts by February 2, 2001, to: Human
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Office, Minneapolis Public Library, 300 Nicollet Mall,Minneapolis, MN
55401.=
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Connecting Young Adults and Libraries
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libraries including library card campaigns and web projects
???Wanna workshop??? check out: http://www.connectingya.com/workshops.html
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http://www.connectingYA.com/
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From: "Chain, Kathy" <kchain@roseville.ca.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: stumper- poem
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Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:38:30 CST
I have a patron who remembers a poem which contains the line(s): "two
monkeys sitting in a coconut tree." She said she's always thought of it
as
being about evolution, but she's not sure. It's sounds kind of familiar, but
I couldn't place it. It wasn't in Granger's first/last line index. Does
anyone know this one? thanks,
Kathy Chain
Roseville Public Library
kchain@roseville.ca.us
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From: Kathleen Ahern <kahern@selco.lib.mn.us>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Kirsten/Kristin JF stumper
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I have a patron who remembers reading a "chapter book"
about 10-12
years
ago (and she thought the book was "quite old" at that time)
- about a
girl named Kirsten/Kirstin. In the story, she is a member of a
big
(Norwegian?) family and is especially close to a brother. For
some
reason, she was moved from her family. The patron also
remembers
Kirsten having a horse she adored. The horse may have played a
part
in
her coping with her having to move from her family or in the eventual
reunion with her family. Does this ring any bells? I've
done
searches
including key word "Kristen", but have found nothing.
TIA, Kathleen
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From: Kathleen Ahern <kahern@selco.lib.mn.us>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: JF basketball and/or football books
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Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:39:03 CST
I have a 12 year old boy who ADORED the Gutman's "Million Dollar
Shot".
He states he doesn't like to read much on his own, but loves books.
Million Dollar Shot is the first book he's read on his own for his own
pleasure that he really enjoyed (and finished!). He would like to find
other books "like it". He would like fictional books
(preferably in a
series/set, but individual titles will be ok too) about football or
basketball with some sense of mystery or "unknown" in them..
We've
tried other Gutman books, but none have grabbed him, we've tried Matt
Christopher's books to no avail. Any suggestions would be welcome and
I'll be glad to post if there's interest! TIA!
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From: Christie Jackson <cjackson@sno-isle.org>
To: "PUBYAC (E-mail)" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: WA: Children's Services Manager posting
Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:39:34 CST
Assistant Children's Services Manager, Marysville Service Center, WA. Full
Salary Range: $3472 - $4774/month plus benefits, 40 hours/week. Job #0107 is
open until filled; consideration of applications will begin on February 12,
2001. A temporary position as the Assistant Children's Services Manager, Job
#0108 is currently open, with a closing date of Monday, January 22, 2001.
The successful candidate will serve temporarily as the Assistant Children's
Services Manager until the position has been filled. Please read the job
description and application process below for further information. The
Children's Services Department encompasses all programming, collection, and
online resource development for children library users. This includes
working closely on the annual summer reading program, overseeing general
content of the children's-oriented links on the library web site, and
identifying other opportunities and resources for serving children.
The Assistant Children's Services Manager is responsible for developing and
managing system-wide collections in assigned subject areas or types of
materials; developing and overseeing budgets for assigned materials,
assessing circulation and patron interests; surveying review publications;
analyzing appropriateness of materials to patron interests, allocating
materials to various branches according to user needs and interests and
leading selection teams. Requires superior knowledge of library materials
and resources; a Master's degree in Library Science, the ability to obtain a
Washington State Librarian Certificate at time of employment and a minimum
of four years related library experience as a professional-level librarian.
Strong communication skills and demonstrated success in a team environment
is essential. This position is located at the Marysville Service Center. The
40-hour week will include scheduled hours providing services in the library
branches, requiring travel with the Library District. May be required to
adapt to future schedule changes depending on library needs. Mail or fax
required Sno-Isle application (resume optional) by 5 p.m., 2/12/01 for first
consideration to SIRLS, 7312 35th Ave NE, Marysville, WA, 98271 of FAX
360-651-7151. For info or application, call 360-651-7000 or visit our
website at www.sno-isle.org/jobs.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
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From: Aarene Storms <astorms@kcls.org>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: homelessness and poverty
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Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:39:51 CST
Hello Pubyackers and welcome back from the Great Void!
An eighth grade teacher has contacted me and asked for suggestions of poetry
and stories relating to the "meaning of home and homelessness."
Perhaps
even
music, or movies?
I've located (but haven't gotten to read):
Home, by Michael J. Rosen and Franz Brandenberg
So What Do You Do? by Douglas Evans
Asphalt Angels by Holtwijk, Ineke
King of Dragons by Carol Fenner
Street family by Adrienne Jones
The unsinkable Molly Malone by Mary Anderson
The beggars' ride by Theresa Nelson
Darnell Rock reporting by Walter Dean Myers
Almost a hero by John Neufeld
Where's home? by Jonathan London
Please send suggestions to me and I'll compile a complete list.
Thanks!
--Aarene
Most of my life I've spent reading books and riding horses.
The rest, I've just wasted.
Aarene Storms astorms@kcls.org
Richmond Beach and Kenmore Libraries
King County Library System
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From: Becky Smith <bsmith@loganutah.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Stumper: Fairy and Witches
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Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:40:07 CST
I have a patron looking for a book read "years ago" (of course!)
about a
young fairy who is kidnapped and raised by witches, and grows up
believing she's a witch. Later on, other fairies are captured by the
witches. She realizes what she is and rescues them.
I don't have a clue as to what book this is, although it sounds vaguely
familiar. Does anyone out there recognize it?
--
Becky Ann Smith, Children's Librarian
Logan Library, Logan, UT
bsmith@loganutah.org
http://www.logan.lib.ut.us
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From: Mary Matuszewski <marym@srls.public.lib.ga.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: job announcement
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Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:40:24 CST
YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN (DEPARTMENT HEAD)
Date Available: March 1, 2001
Salary: $37,000 to $54,000 DOE
The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for the overall coordination
of the Vacation Reading Program for a 5 county affiliated library region
as well as periodic consultations with affiliated library managers on
topics pertaining to youth services. Additionally, the Youth Services
Librarian manages the Childrens and YA collections at the Headquarters
Library and provides story hours and youth orientated special programs.
The position requires a MLS from an ALA accredited institution and one
to three years experience working with youth services programs in a
public library or similar setting. Must be able to obtain Georgia
State
Certification as well as work some evening and weekend hours.
Applicants should address a cover letter, resume and three references
to:
Peter G. Sullivan, Director
124 S. Main St.
Statesboro, GA 30457
912-764-1328
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From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
Subject: Libraries & the Internet Toolkit Has Been Revised
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Libraries & the Internet Toolkit: Tips and Guidance for Managing and =
Communicating about the Internet has been revised and is now online, minus =
the PDF, which may or may not be mounted before Midwinter. It also now
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resides on the OIF Web site.
The URL is http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/internettoolkit.html=20
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Don Wood
Program Officer/Communications
American Library Association
Office for Intellectual Freedom
50 East Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
1-800-545-2433, ext. 4225
Fax: 312-280-4227
dwood@ala.org
http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/index.html
intellectual freedom @ your library
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From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
Subject: Children*s Internet Protection Act Update
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Date: Wed, 10 Jan 2001 14:40:57 CST
Information on CIPA and NCIPA can be found at http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif=
/news_inf.html#istook
For a summary of CIPA and NCIPA, see Summary: Children's Internet =
Protection Act and Neighborhood Children's Internet Protection Act (PDF) =
at http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/cipancipasummary.pdf=20
Children's Internet Protection Act: Frequently Asked Questions
http://www.ftrf.org/childrencipa.html
_________
Don Wood
Program Officer/Communications
American Library Association
Office for Intellectual Freedom
50 East Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
1-800-545-2433, ext. 4225
Fax: 312-280-4227
dwood@ala.org
http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/index.html
intellectual freedom @ your library
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