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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"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2001 3:39 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 379
PUBYAC Digest 379
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) Re: Nancy Drew
by Diana Tixier Herald <dherald@wic.net>
2) Re: Damage to magazines
by Erin Helmrich <helmrich@tln.lib.mi.us>
3) Re: YA SRP
by pat powers <opat49@yahoo.com>
4) Re: Nancy Drew Series and Racism
by "andrea " <juvserv@dialup.customnet.com>
5) Compiled answers to damaged magazines question
by "Amy Cassidy" <cassidyamy@hotmail.com>
6) RE: School Librarians at the Pub Lib
by "Susan Graf" <susangraf27@hotmail.com>
7) Children's room categories
by Deb Messling <mcpl@ptdprolog.net>
8) skateboarding program
by "victoria vannucci" <vvannucci@hotmail.com>
9) Request for Collection Development Policies
by Sharon Bandhold <sbandhol@aldus.northnet.org>
10) Racism and Nancy Drew
by Beth DeGeer <bdeg@bartlesville.lib.ok.us>
11) Cowboy/Cowgirl party...Harry Potter
by "ali j." <ali_kat007@hotmail.com>
12) RE: Homework Help
by Carrie Silberman <carrie@nysoclib.org>
13) Re: Nancy Drew Series and Racism
by Jennifer Baker <jbaker93711@yahoo.com>
14) YA mission and vision statements
by Librenee@aol.com
15) Help W/ Medieval SRP Theme
by Christina Johnson <marionthelibrarian@yahoo.com>
16) RE: Library survivor ideas for teens-long
by EILEENR@pasco.lib.fl.us
17) Arbor Day
by Linda Fields <lfields@state.lib.ut.us>
18) SRP Prizes
by Christina Johnson <marionthelibrarian@yahoo.com>
19) Drinks in the Library
by Toni Reese <treese@monarch.papillion.ne.us>
20) Nancy Drew followup email address
by "kahern@selco.lib.mn.us"
<kahern@selco.lib.mn.us>
21) RE: Dial-a-story machines
by Nicole Reader <nreader@snap.lib.ca.us>
22) Re: March contest
by Jeri Kladder <jkladder@gcfn.org>
23) job posting - Los Gatos, CA
by SKWee <jadewee@home.com>
24) Teen Reference Center
by James Cook <ya_james@DAYTON.LIB.OH.US>
25) Boys adventure series set in late 1800s
by Traci Moritz <moritztr@oplin.lib.oh.us>
26) Stumper: fractured myths
by Susan259@aol.com
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From: Diana Tixier Herald <dherald@wic.net>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Nancy Drew
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The Nancy Drew titles you mentioned were originally published between 1947
and 1957 they were revised
between 1967 and 1977. I was surprised when I reread Dr. Doolittle and
discovered the racism in it.
As a kid I read my mother's copies of Nancy Drew from the 30s and 40s. When
my library didn't have the
titles I hadn't read, I did dangerous things to obtain them. I lived on
Okinawa at the time and saved up all
my milk money so I could sneak off the bus in Naha and go to a bookstore
that sold Nancy Drew Books. Nothing
bad happened to me but I hate to think of 10 year old kids wondering around
cities alone to find what they
want to read when their libraries don't have them. Do kids still read Nancy
Drew?
And on a totally different topic (I guess I can tie it in as related to
genre fiction for youth) don't
forget to register early for the YALSA SF in SF: Science Fiction, Fantasy,
and Teens preconference.
--
Happy reading,
Di Herald
dherald@wic.net see
the Genrefluent page at http://www.genrefluent.com
Rosenberg's First Law of Reading "Never apologize for your reading
tastes."
> I am very interested in hearing from everyone about whether or not your
> library carries the Nancy Drew Series (the original series) and if so
> why or why not. Having not read them since I was a young child, I
took
> 5 of them home this weekend to read - thinking it would be a "trip
down
> memory lane". Well, the trip was MUCH different that what I
had
> imagined or remembered! Three of the books I took and read were
beyond
> appalling in terms of racism and inappropriateness of culture, etc.
> (These 3 titles were: The Clue of the Leaning Chimney, # 26, The
Clue
> in the Old Album, # 24 and The Haunted Showboat, # 35.) I was
> completely taken aback and was totally embarrassed to think we have
> these on the shelves and they're circulating!
> I do have the "new" Nancy Drew series on our standing order
and of
> course, will be taking a look at those as well - but HOPEFULLY will
find
> that those have "caught up with the times" and do not in any
way reflect
> the sentiments of the original books in the series. Incidentally,
we
> have the "original series" with copyrights of 1957 and/or
1981. I was
> AMAZED and saddened to see the 1981 editions exactly the same- word for
> word as the 1950's originals -including the text above.
>
> So, do you carry the Nancy Drew Series? If so, why/why not?
> Has the issue of the racism surfaced about these books in your library?
> Am I the only one (!) who had not read these in 30+ years and was
> ignorant about this reality?!
> What thoughts do you have about this?
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From: Erin Helmrich <helmrich@tln.lib.mi.us>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Damage to magazines
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:32:00 CST
I don't have a good solution for you other than that you must eventually
accept that this will be the fate of your YA mags. I was upset about
theft and other damage when I first started as YA (4 years ago), but I
have since reconciled. Basically I view damage, use and theft as
positive
proof that my collection is being used. I look at the bigger picture
that
for $10-30 a year I get 12 issues of something that the teens love and
that acts as a popular lure to the YA area. Magazines are ephemeral,
inexpensive and visual - they won't last long. Besides - YA magazines
don't generally have the back-issue, research demand of adult magazines.
Obviously if you're having mass, random vadalism and you're not getting
any wear out of a magazine posting a notice stating that you will no
longer carry a magazine if the vandalism doesn't stop might work.
Good luck!
Erin
* # @ * # @ * # @ * # @ * # @ * # @
Erin V. Helmrich, M.L.S.
Youth/Young Adult Services Librarian
Royal Oak Public Library
222 E. 11 Mile Rd.
Royal Oak MI 48067
Phone: 248.246.3734
Fax: 248.246.3704
Email: helmrich@tln.lib.mi.us
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From: pat powers <opat49@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: YA SRP
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:32:18 CST
One way we handled this was to ask children to read at
least 20 minutes a day at least 3 times a week. We
even went so far as to say they didn't have to read
for 20 minutes in a row. They could do 10 minutes in
the morning and 10 more in the evening. 20 minutes
can sound very daunting to the reluctant reader. I
told many of the kids that if they kept their book by
the bed they could read when they first woke up and
again before going to sleep. This took away a
"burden" for them. Our goal is to help them read.
There is no competion, whether you read the minimum or
more the rewards are the same. We have weekly give
away coupons and celebrate with a picnic at the end
where we distribute mystery goody bags or envelopes
filled with gift certificates or prizes donated by
local businesses. This year we are going to try the
weighing of books as mentioned in a previous e-mail.
we are intringued with this and again it is not a
competion. We really like the team goal approach. It
might be fun for the kids to read their own weight in
books, which might take more than the summer!!!!
--- Jennifer Baker <jbaker93711@yahoo.com>
wrote:
>
> --- Britt Rodgers wrote:
> My main worry is not "cheating" per se. It is the
> children who may not read as quickly, but who
> try so hard to be honest and fair,
>
> --If this is your concern why not change to counting
> time or pages instead of titles. At our library we
> count the number of hours children spend reading and
> give prizes at different time intervals (5 hours, 10
> hours...). We have also in the past for YA counted
> pages giving a prize or drawing slip for every 150
> pages.
>
>
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From: "andrea " <juvserv@dialup.customnet.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Nancy Drew Series and Racism
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:32:34 CST
We do have quite a number of the series. I have never read them.
Will you
be pulling yours? I think the evidence you presented is enough to do
so,
and I'm now thinking of pulling mine. I'm very interested in the
results of
your post--please post them!
Andrea Terry
juvserv@customnet.com
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From: "Amy Cassidy" <cassidyamy@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Compiled answers to damaged magazines question
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Hello pubyac!
Thanks for all of your replies to my question re. how to deal with damage to
YA magazines. Here is a summary of the suggestions I received:
· Photocopy the covers of the current issues and place them in the plastic
covers. Keep the actual magazine behind the desk, so patrons have to
ask
for it (and perhaps have to leave their ID while they have the magazine) -
preserves the magazines at least for a month.
· Keep all magazines behind the desk, sign out each that is handed over,
then check each of the pages when they are brought back [if the magazine
doesn't indicate very many page numbers, it helps to write in each of the
page numbers yourself when a new issue comes in]. If there is no
damage,
date and tick the date due sticker, so you have proof that it wasn't damaged
before it went out to the next patron. If there is damage, charge the
patron. After a year, or a certain amount of damage, put them on the
open
shelves and don't bother checking them anymore.
· Keep only the most-frequently damaged magazines behind the desk, and post
a sign that requires patrons to ask for that title.
· Circulate back issues - it won't eliminate damage, but it might reduce
it.
· Add more substantial magazines - ie replace 16 with Teen People.
The
magazines with more articles than pictures tend to last longer.
· To cut down on general wear and tear, purchase heavy plastic covers for
magazines - can be found in a library supply catalogue.
· Tattletape the magazines.
· Stamp a library stamp right in the middle of full-page and glossy photos
that would be prime candidates for being ripped out. Get one of the
better-behaved kids to do the job, and give them the first opportunity to
check the magazine out.
· Make copies of articles free of charge - it's better to lose a few cents
on paper than lose a reference source.
· Put a sign out informing patrons that if damage to particular magazines
doesn't stop, then the library will discontinue the subscriptions.
· Put a sign by the magazines, or on the plastic cover of each one:
"Please
leave these in good condition so others can enjoy them".
· Put the following message on the plastic cover of new magazines:
"Please
do not tear out pages. Staff will be happy to photocopy what you
need".
· Put sheets of bright paper in the empty plastic covers of stolen
magazines, explaining that the issue has been stolen - the awareness might
deter future theft.
· Keep YA magazines near the desk.
· During class visits, talk about the problem, and how damage to magazines
reduces their availability to others.
· Just decide that these sorts of magazines are basically just short-lived
disposable items.
· Just don't worry about it - it shows you've made good (popular)
selections
and they're getting used.
· Just decide to let whatever happens, happen. YA magazines are so
inexpensive compared to everything else that it isn't worth getting crazy
about them.
· This problem isn't just localized to YA magazines - adult magazines such
as Gourmet, Fine Cooking, business magazines and craft magazines are often
vandalized.
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From: "Susan Graf" <susangraf27@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: RE: School Librarians at the Pub Lib
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:33:09 CST
I have had similar experiences as the one posted below. I am thinking
about
trying something new.
Our School Librarians teach all day, giving teachers break time. And, it is
difficult to find a time when they can come to the library. I have tried
afternoon, evening and Saturday all with the same dismal response.
So, due to site based management, the librarians spend their own budgets,
with very little imput from the district wide office. I order most of
my
books from our jobber, but use about ten different "direct"
publishers such
as Grolier, Millbrook, and Rainbow Books. The plan is to put together
a
vendor fair, using our Community Room, and invite the school librarians to
see the various booksellers here. I'll set up a display of our professional
resource materials, too, just to tempt them to use our collection. The
vendors are thrilled to have an opportunity to meet with the school
librarians, who are difficult to contact. They're even kicking in a
few
bucks for some refreshments. I am planning this for the Fall, and will
let
you know how successful (I hope) it is!
Susan Graf
Family Services Librarian
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From: Deb Messling <mcpl@ptdprolog.net>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Children's room categories
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:33:45 CST
We are re-evaluating the organization of our children's room. We want
kids
to have easy access to the material they want, so our tendency has been to
create a lot of special shelf areas. Some kids like it; some adults do
not. Outside of our regular JF, E, Easy Reader and of course nonfiction, we
have special shelf areas for Newbery & Caldecott medal winners,
paperback
series, TV and movie books (Disney, Sesame St., etc.), Franklin books,
Arthur books, I Spy Books, holidays, shapes, colors and numbers, and
"sensitive" topics (divorce, death, etc.). Are we excessive?
What do
others do? Private replies will be summarized to the list.
Deb Messling, mcpl@ptd.net
Eastern Monroe Public Library
Stroudsburg, PA
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From: "victoria vannucci" <vvannucci@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: skateboarding program
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Hello all!
I am trying to plan a skateboarding program for the summer. Does
anyone
know any professional skateboarders in the Cleveland, OH area, or has
anyone ever had any experience planning such a program? Th etarget
audience
would be teens.
You can email me directly at vvannucc@chuhpl.lib.oh.us
Victoria Vannucci
Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library
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From: Sharon Bandhold <sbandhol@aldus.northnet.org>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Request for Collection Development Policies
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:34:24 CST
Dear PUBYACers:
I am seeking copies of public libraries' collection development
policies
that are currently in use. Separate or combined Adult, YA, and Children's
are of interest. I particularly need any from those of you who are in
the
Pacific/Mountain time zones.
If you have any that you can share, please fax it to me
at (518)
563-7539 or post to me directly as an attachment.
Thank you.
Sharon Bandhold
Youth Services Coordinator
Plattsburgh Public Library
19 Oak Street
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
518-563-0921, ext. 29
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From: Beth DeGeer <bdeg@bartlesville.lib.ok.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Racism and Nancy Drew
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Here's what I think:
I agree that the passages you quote are offensive. As you know, during
the
60's the books were completely rewritten and sanitized from the original
40's versions, so I'm a little surprized that you say some of those
sentiments still exist in the "new" versions.
But--I have a problem with sanitizing the library. I think you need to
have
a wide variety of materials, including some old, obnoxious, racist and
sexist books. Those things were deeply ingrained in our society during
the
time those books were written. To not have some of the
"classics" because
they contain this stuff really bothers me. If you want to rid your
collection of racism, colonialism, and sexism, then out goes THE GIRL OF THE
LIMBERLOST, LITTLE MEN, FRECKLES (a terrible book in my opinion, but one
much beloved by others), THE LITTLE PRINCESS, LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE,
THE SECRET GARDEN--need I go on? It is hard enough for kids to
understand
how pervasive these things were in our society, if all the books written by
people who were steeped in it are cleaned up or discarded--and there is
enough "good stuff" in these books that far outweighs the
offensiveness of
some of those passages.
I think that kids read for the story--I'm not sure most of them notice the
same details that adults notice. I can remember re-reading THE LITTLE
PRINCESS not long ago, and finding all kinds of passages that made me
squirm.
The thing about the older Nancy Drews (and we actually have some Apple
reprints of some books in the original series, though not the ones you
mention) is that they are more exciting and Nancy is much more assertive in
the old books then she is in the 60's "revised versions". I
think we could
debate forever the quality of writing in those books, but for most
non-librarians (ie your patrons), Nancy Drew is classic, and I think you
have to have them. The cool thing about the Apple reprints of the 40's
versions of Nancy Drew & the Hardy Boys, is they include an introduction
that talks about the racism in the books and puts it in historical context.
I think that's valuable for kids to understand. I don't think I have a
problem with discarding the old Nancy Drews (they probably look really old
and icky anyway) and replacing them with new Nancy Drews, since I'm not sure
you can really regard that series as sacrosanct as LITTLE WOMEN, but I
really think you have to have Nancy Drew in some form.
So anyway, that's what I think.
Beth DeGeer
Youth Services Librarian
Bartlesville Public Library
bdeg@bartlesville.lib.ok.us
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From: "ali j." <ali_kat007@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Cowboy/Cowgirl party...Harry Potter
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:34:59 CST
Hi everyone!
I'm planning my storytime calendar and would like to have a cowboy &
cowgirl
party. Any ideas on snacks/games, etc... thanks in advance!
Also I have found great things on the net for those of you planning your hp
party, it is to much to send email wise so if you would like me to fax them
to you i'd be more than glad to do so, just email me directly at
ali_kat007@hotmail.com w/your
name & fax #.
thanks again in advance!
:)
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From: Carrie Silberman <carrie@nysoclib.org>
To: "PJ Capps" <pjcapps@leavenworth.lib.ks.us>,
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Homework Help
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:35:15 CST
To respond to earlier comments....
As a former school librarian, I, like the other 10 librarians in my
district, were the last teachers to leave our school buildings, usually
when the buildings were being closed at five p.m. School librarians
aren't
in the profession for a leisurely "mom-styled" career; rather,
they are
teaching all day, and first doing the tasks required to run a library when
the kids leave at 3:00 p.m. That may be why they can't hop over to the
public library at certain times.
Offering to do workshops in the school would be very beneficial, Department
meetings are the best times to get all the libarians in a school district
together. You might want to contact the district's media coordinator
about
hosting a meeting in your library if it is centrally located.
Let's please not put down our colleagues in the schools who work just as
hard as us.
Carrie Silberman
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From: Jennifer Baker <jbaker93711@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Nancy Drew Series and Racism
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:35:31 CST
When I tried to send this the first time my server
failed and I'm not certain it "went"--so forgive me if
you've seen this before....
I'm afraid I don't understand why you would consider
these books racist or even if you do why you think you
have the right to censor them.
One of my favorite books is "Gone with the Wind". I am
re-reading it right now for about the ninth time.
Every time I get to the parts that by today's
standards would be considered racist (I'll admit
sometimes in the extreme) I cringe. Not to mention
"Little House on the Prairie"--it has been challenged
on numerous occasions because of its depiction of
Native Americans.
Lots of books, especially classics, fall into this
catagory. You have to consider the time period in
which these books were written. Just because standards
have changed doesn't mean we should discount these
books, their place in literary history, our libraries
and, most importantly, our patrons' rights to read
them and make their own decisions.
Secondly, I would not necessarily label the text you
highlighted as racist. The parts that you quoted are
examples of dialect. I'm from the South and people
used to talk that way (some still do). Just because
dialect and intonation is used to illustrate dialog
doesn't by default make it racist. What about the book
"Neeny Coming, Neeny Going"? It is written this way in
its entirety. I personally didn't like the book but it
won a Caldecott Honor (granted the award was for the
illustrations, but still).
As far as Nancy Drew in general is concern ironically
the only book from the series I ever read happens to
be one of the ones you mentioned: "The Haunted Show
Boat". I read it when I was about eleven and I'll
admit I didn't care for it. Although I disagree with
you, you have every right to interpret and believe
these books to be racist. But you shouldn't let that
opinion lead you to censorship. Just as I don't let my
opinion--that they are "crappy literature"--dictate
whether or not the people coming to our library have a
right to read them.
Maybe it is about time that Nancy Drew was reevaluated
just for literary merit but as long as people continue
to ask for it (twice today already)and we continue to
house other formula literature just like it
(Baby-sitters, Box Car Children, Animorphs,
Goosebumps, Bailey School Kids) there is a place for
it in our libraries.
Jennifer Baker
Fresno Co. Library
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From: Librenee@aol.com
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org, yalsa-l@ala1.ala.org
Subject: YA mission and vision statements
Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:35:48 CST
[This message is being cross-posted to PUBYAC and YALSA-L, please excuse any
duplication]
I seem to recall there being some discussion of this topic before but since
I
can't seem to determine if PUBYAC archives are available yet, nor whether
the
YALSA listservs have archives, I figured I'd go ahead and ask again.
I'm looking for mission and/or vision statements for young adult services
(in
public libraries or schools). Values statements would also be useful. Thanks
in advance for any help you might be able to provide.
Renee J. Vaillancourt
248A. N. Higgins Ave. #145
Library Consultant
Missoula MT 59802
librenee@aol.com
(406)777-1228 (phone & fax)
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From: Christina Johnson <marionthelibrarian@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Help W/ Medieval SRP Theme
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:36:04 CST
We are doing "Catch a Dragon by the Tale" for our
summer reading program. With Princesses, Knights,
Castles, etc.
Any good ideas, decor, crafts, games, etc....
TIA
Christina Johnson
Lebanon Public Library
Lebanon IN
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From: EILEENR@pasco.lib.fl.us
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: RE: Library survivor ideas for teens-long
Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:36:18 CST
What a wonderful idea for a space survivor program! It sounds like it
must
have been fun for everyone involved!
Eileen
Pasco County Library System
Florida
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From: Linda Fields <lfields@state.lib.ut.us>
To: Pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Arbor Day
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:36:34 CST
Our city council beautification committee is planting two trees in front
of our old Carnegie Library on Arbor Day, and they want us to do a
program. I thought I'd get great ideas from you. Am I right?
Thanks, Linda Fields
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From: Christina Johnson <marionthelibrarian@yahoo.com>
To: PUBYAC <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: SRP Prizes
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:36:50 CST
I have been really disappointed with the quality and
choice of prizes from sources such as Oriental
Trading, U.S. Toy, Kipp Bros for our reading programs.
Anyone have any alternatives or other system to afford
nicer prizes?
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From: Toni Reese <treese@monarch.papillion.ne.us>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Drinks in the Library
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Hi everyone,
Another question for the collective brain. We are considering the
possibility of allowing drinks in the library. We thought we might get
large plastic containers with lids and built-in straws and have our
library's name and logo put on them and then sell the cup to patrons to
put their drinks in. We are also considering getting a local coffee
shop to provide coffee in covered containers.
What are your experiences with drinks in the library? We'd love to
hear
your comments.
Thanks in advance,
Toni Reese
Toni Reese
Youth Services Librarian
Sump Memorial Library
222 N. Jefferson St.
Papillion, NE 68046
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From: "kahern@selco.lib.mn.us"
<kahern@selco.lib.mn.us>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Nancy Drew followup email address
Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:37:26 CST
I'd sent an earlier post about Nancy Drew series and concerns of
racism. My email address was not included in my message/sent
information. If you want to send to me, here's my address:
Kathleen
kahern@selco.lib.mn.us
If you wish to respond to the list, I will be happy to post any messages
sent to me if there is interest.
Thanks!
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From: Nicole Reader <nreader@snap.lib.ca.us>
To: PUBYAC <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Dial-a-story machines
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:37:42 CST
Wow, how many thousands of dollars for a dial-a-story
machine?!
Don't overlook the possibility of using your facility's voicemail
system for recording dial-a-story. I've been doing it that way
for five years now, and it works very well. I use an "extra"
voicemail box through our city, and I record the story as the
outgoing message. The mailbox been set up so it doesn't
accept messages from callers.
Probably not every voicemail system would allow this, but for
us I access the dial-a-story mailbox through my own phone
number. In voicemail lingo it is a mailbox I "sponsor."
Naturally the dial-a-story recording has its own separate
phone number for patrons to call.
It's nice because I can change the story from any phone
anywhere--I don't need to wait for silence in our workroom.
And it only breaks down when the voicemail system goes
down!
N.
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Nicole Reader
Children's Librarian
Benicia (CA) Public Library
nreader@snap.lib.ca.us
http://www.ci.benicia.ca.us/library.html
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From: Jeri Kladder <jkladder@gcfn.org>
To: Nicole Marcucilli <nmarc@CLSN3046.glenview.lib.il.us>
Subject: Re: March contest
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:37:59 CST
Nicole,
How about you buy about 100 bags of M&M's, eat all the colors but
green and put the left-over green ones in your St. Ptrick's Day jar??? -
jeri
On Mon, 26 Feb 2001, Nicole Marcucilli wrote:
> I am looking for ideas on what Irish candies I can put in a shamrock or
> leprechaun jar for a St. Patrick's Day contest. Any ideas?
Of course, it
> must be something green. I wanted the teens to guess how many of
whatever
> it is in the jar for a prize. Thanks in advance.
>
> Nicole Marcuccilli
> YA Librarian
> Glenview (IL) Public Library
Jeri Kladder, Children's Librarian & Storyteller
jkladder@gcfn.org
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Columbus, Ohio
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From: SKWee <jadewee@home.com>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: job posting - Los Gatos, CA
Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:38:14 CST
LIBRARIAN
20 Hours per week
SALARY: $2008 - $2563 per month. Half-time position with benefits.
(Placement in the salary range depends upon qualifications.)
HOW TO APPLY: Persons interested in applying for this position should
obtain a Town application from the Human Resources Department at 110
E. Main Street, Los Gatos, CA 95030 (408) 354-6838. Resumes will not
be accepted in lieu of a Town of Los Gatos application. A completed
Town application must be received by the Human Resources Department
no later than 5:00 p.m.
March 23, 2001. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
THE POSITION: Currently there is one 20-hour-a-week position
available. The Librarian may perform professional duties in the
areas of adult, children's and technical services. The majority of
work is performed under general direction. Incumbents may direct the
work of employees in lower classifications and assist in the training
of new staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Librarian position may perform any of the duties
set forth in the class specifications for Associate Librarian,
Library Assistant, or Library Clerk. In addition, they: evaluate
patron needs and assist patrons in locating information or materials;
provide readers' advisory services; select library materials from
assigned sections of professional review sources; weed assigned
sections of the collection, and make decisions regarding replacement
materials; catalog and classify library materials. OTHER
RESPONSIBILITIES: Participate in identifying community needs and
interests; may develop specialized programs for specific patron
groups; coordinate assigned functions with other Department sections
and with other library systems; may train and provide technical
assistance to nonprofessional staff assigned to a particular service.
As assigned, serve on Department, Town and cooperative library system
committees; participate in professional organizations and attend
meetings and workshops. Performs other work-related duties as
assigned.
JOB-RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Master's of Library Science
Degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent
experience. Knowledge of: principles and practices of professional
library work; cataloging and classification systems; reference
techniques and resources; a wide variety of reading material;
principles and techniques of collection development; basic principles
of supervision and effective training techniques. Ability
to:
effectively provide services in an assigned program area; effectively
promote usage of library facilities and involvement in its programs;
assess community needs and interests and determine local and regional
resources available to meeting them; reason logically to define
problems and reach valid conclusions for solving them in a library
setting; direct the work of others; work irregular hours; operate a
computer and computer applications; maintain effective working
relationship with those contacted in the course of work.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS DESIRED: One year of professional
library experience; possession of a valid Class C driver's license.
EXAMINATION PROCESS: Applicants that demonstrate the best combination
of qualifications and experience win relation to the requirements of
the position will be invited to participate in the examination
process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the
examination my consist of an application screening, written and/or
practical exam, oral interview, or any related combination.
Appointment will be made from the eligibility list established from
the results of the interview process.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION: Federal law requires that
employers verify employment of eligibility of new employees within 3
days of hiring. If hired you will be required to submit written
proof of your identity, and eligibility to work in the United
States. Written proof includes but is not limited to a social
security card or birth certificate and valid drivers license, or a
United States passport. This is a requirement of U.S. citizens and
non-U.S. citizens alike. For more information, contact Human
Resources Department or your local I.N.S.
FRINGE BENEFITS - Employee benefits for regular Town employees
(pro-rated benefits are available for regular part-time employees):
* Vacation - 10 paid vacation days accrue annually, increasing at
various intervals of Town service
* Sick Leave - 8 hours per month.
* Holidays - 10 paid holidays per year.
* Personal Leave - 24 hours per calendar year.
* Health Insurance - $550 per month can be applied toward medical or
dental insurance, or taken in the form of cash income.
* Medical - CalPERS Health Benefits program. Town provides partial
payment toward retiree medical coverage.
* Dental - Three different Delta plans are available.
* Vision - Fully paid premium for employee.
* Deferred Compensation - ICMA 457 plan is available at the
employee's option.
* Life Insurance - Town provides term life insurance policy of
$50,000. Additional coverage may be purchased by the employee.
* Retirement - PERS 2%@55 with single highest
year.
* Town employees are paid every other Friday.
PHYSICAL EXAMINATION - Employment is contingent upon successful
completion of a job-related medical examination conducted at Town
expense.
ABOUT THE TOWN - Nestled int he western foothills of Santa Clara
County, the Town of Los Gatos covers approximately 13 square miles
and has a resident population of approximately 30,122. Located
convenient to amenities of the entire Bay Area, Los Gatos is within
an hour's drive of San Francisco and one-half hour's drive of beach
communities, offering suburban living to those employed in the
prosperous Bay Area. The Town was incorporated in 1887 and operates
under a Council-Manager form of government. Local schools are
academic leaders in the State.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Human Resources Department will make
reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons
with disabilities. Please advise the Human Resources Department
Office of any special needs in advance by calling (408) 354-6832.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not
constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WOMEN,
MINORITIES AND THE DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
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From: James Cook <ya_james@DAYTON.LIB.OH.US>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Teen Reference Center
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:38:31 CST
Hi!
I'm putting together a list of "must have" titles for a teen
reference
collection. If you were putting together a reference collection just
for the use of teens, what 3-4 titles would you make sure were
included? These would be works for teens, and not for librarians, so
probably would not include many bibliographic aides.
You can respond directly to me (ya_james@dayton.lib.oh.us)
and I'll post
the results to the list. Thanks!
James.
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James E. Cook, Young Adult Specialist
YA_JAMES@dayton.lib.oh.us
Dayton & Montgomery County Public Library
(937) 227-9500, x207
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The opinions expressed herein are my own and do not necessarily
represent those of the Dayton and Montgomery County Public Library.
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From: Traci Moritz <moritztr@oplin.lib.oh.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Boys adventure series set in late 1800s
Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:38:48 CST
Afternoon,
A patron in his mid thirties came in today looking for a set of three books
he
read in the late 1970's from the school library about 3 boys who get into
trouble together. He said they reminded him of Huckleberry Finn. He is
pretty
sure the boys had a dog, but he couldn't remember if they were brothers. He
said
they were mischieveous like the Little Rascals. I checked our computer, The
Best
Books for Children and "What do Children read next". If this rings
a bell
with
anyone I would appreciate hearing from you.
Thanks,
Traci Welch Moritz
Youth Services Coordinator
Putnam County District Library
moritztr@oplin.lib.oh.us
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From: Susan259@aol.com
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper: fractured myths
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Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001 16:39:04 CST
I am looking for a book, maybe five or six yers old, that retells Greek and
Roman myths in fractured mixed up ways. It was a thin book,
illustrated
with cartoon like drawings. Each myth only took up a page or a page
and a
half. I have looked in our library catalog and on Amazon, but have not
had
any luck with various combinations of key words.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Susan Smith
Arlington Public Library
Arlington, Texas
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