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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: Sunday, September 09, 2001 3:32 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 545
PUBYAC Digest 545
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) Cliff's Notes Classification and Shelving
by "Hicks, Doris" <DHICKS@ci.albany.or.us>
2) Puppet Stages
by "Hicks, Doris" <DHICKS@ci.albany.or.us>
3) Re: Program Enrollment
by karen maletz <kmlib@yahoo.com>
4) program enrollment
by "JANET AKE" <AKEJL@ci.farmers-branch.tx.us>
5) Question from SLJ--unsupervised kids
by "Minkel, Walter (Cahners -NYC)" <WMinkel@cahners.com>
6) Cowpoke storytime- branding activity
by "Gruninger, Laura" <lgruning@MCL.org>
7) RE: censorship acc.
by Andrea Terry <cavgrads97@yahoo.com>
8) Re: Music for Cottleston Pie? Mea Culpa!
by Marlyn <chaisegirl@yahoo.com>
9) RE: censorship acc.
by Susan Dunn <sdunn@jefferson.lib.co.us>
10) RE: Program Enrollment
by Tracy Thomas <tracy@lfpl.org>
11) Re: Building and Closing
by "Shanla Brookshire" <shanlab@hotmail.com>
12) Children's Librarian Position - Nevada
by "Betsy Johnson" <bljohnson@hdpl.org>
13) Re: Ideas for Arthur, Winnie The Pooh, and Curious George
by "Jennifer Dillon" <Jennifer.Dillon@cityofdenton.com>
14) Fall Celebration
by Kim Patton <kpatton@lawrence.lib.ks.us>
15) Magic and Monsters After School Program
by Colleen Swider <cswider@ci.keene.nh.us>
16) Job Posting
by Jennifer Worth <jworth@jefferson.lib.co.us>
17) divorce for preschoolers
by molly stcavish <mstcavish@yahoo.com>
18) YA pamphlets
by "Henegar, Sharon" <SLHenegar@ocpl.org>
19) RE: Program Enrollment
by Serena Butch <scp_butch@sals.edu>
20) Re: Building and Closing
by <asears@teaneck.org>
21) Re: Program Enrollment
by "Ginny McKee" <ginny1222@hotmail.com>
22) SEEK live broadcast
by Ginny Gustin <gustin@sonoma.lib.ca.us>
23) video advice, pls.
by Andrea Terry <cavgrads97@yahoo.com>
24) Re: K-2 Club and Writing Box
by "elaine" <elainem@worldnet.att.net>
25) day of the dead help
by Marijo Kist <mkist@lib.ci.phoenix.az.us>
26) African American history month
by Julie Linneman <juliel@wichita.lib.ks.us>
27) Computers and Kids-any horns to toot?
by "Carol Lo" <Carol.Lo@spl.org>
28) hispanic programming
by "Debbie Allen" <dallen@rla.lib.il.us>
29) Stumper: Princess and jellybeans
by "Coppell, Anne" <CoppellA@akcity.govt.nz>
30) Re: censorship acc.
by Lisa Hughes <lhughes@scinet.co.santa-clara.ca.us>
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From: "Hicks, Doris" <DHICKS@ci.albany.or.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Cliff's Notes Classification and Shelving
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:20:30 CDT
Libraries that carry circulating copies of Cliff's Notes:
How do you classify them?
Where do you shelve them?
Doris Hicks, Young Adult Services Librarian
Albany, Oregon Public Library
dhicks@ci.albany.or.us
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From: "Hicks, Doris" <DHICKS@ci.albany.or.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Puppet Stages
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:20:56 CDT
For information about puppet stages or any other aspect of puppetry, you
might want to investigate the organization puppeteers of America.
Their
website is at www.puppeteers.org
They are a national organization with several regional guilds, and they
provide a wealth of services including the Puppetry Journal, regional and
national festivals with performances and workshops on a variety of topics,
and free access to consultant services. The Library Consultant is
Joanne
Schroeder, e-mail address schroeders@usa.net
The Consultant for Stages is Christopher Hudert, e-mail address
heyhoot@mindspring.com
Doris Hicks, Young Adult Services Librarian
Albany, Oregon Public Library
dhicks@ci.albany.or.us
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From: karen maletz <kmlib@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Program Enrollment
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:21:12 CDT
I would probably wait another day or two to make a
decision. If you don't have at least a few more
participants, I would cancel. If you only have 3
signed up & 1 or 2 don't show, you're going to be
putting in alot of effort for one family.
--- Sandy Belfi <sbelfi@monarch.papillion.ne.us>
wrote:
> Hi All:
>
> I am starting a new "Babytime" program at my
> library. I have 3 sign ups
> so far, programming starts Tuesday. I am always
> uncertain if I should
> cancel a program with such low enrollment, or give
> it a chance to grow?
> Does anyone have any suggestions for this situation?
>
> Thanks so much,
> Sandy
>
> --
> Sandy Belfi
> Sump Memorial Library
> Papillion, NE 68046
>
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From: "JANET AKE" <AKEJL@ci.farmers-branch.tx.us>
To: <Pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: program enrollment
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:22:23 CDT
Hi Sandy, Please don't discontinue your program for babies because of
the =
low enrollment. When we started ours last summer we only had 2 babies
and =
mothers show up. But we kept it going and soon the word began to
spread. =
Yesterday we had 12 babies with their parents come to the storytime.
It =
is a great group, lots of fun, and the mothers love it. We usually let
=
them stay in the program room and visit for 30 min. after the actual =
storytime is over. Some of the ideas we used for promoting it are:
flyers =
at local churches that have mother's day out and or nurseries for babies =
on Sundays, visits and flyers to our local preschool PTA parents group, =
flyers at area stores that sell products for babies and flyers at our =
local grocery store. Good Luck!
Janet Ake
Farmers Branch, TX
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From: "Minkel, Walter (Cahners -NYC)" <WMinkel@cahners.com>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Question from SLJ--unsupervised kids
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:22:42 CDT
Hi folks-- We're looking for librarians with stories to tell about
"latchkey
kids"--kids left in your library for long periods of time unsupervised,
policies you've developed to deal with them, and ideas you've had that have
led to better management of unsupervised kids. Please send your stories and
ideas to Andrea Glick at aglick@slj.cahners.com.
10-Q! --W
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Walter Minkel * Technology Editor, School Library Journal * www.slj.com
wminkel@cahners.com * (212)
463-6721 * fax (212) 463-6689
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From: "Gruninger, Laura" <lgruning@MCL.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Cowpoke storytime- branding activity
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:23:05 CDT
Recenly, on the cowpoke storytime discussion, someone mentioned
"branding" as an activity.
I printed out 2'x3' posters of cows I made up on Publisher for this.
Now for the branding...I thought I'd cut out a horseshoe
shaped sponge, glue it to cardboard, and somehow attach to a stick, then
have the kids dip in paint to brand. I'd need for it to work through 5
programs that week.
Would those of you who have done this activity recommend doing it this
way?
Thanks,
Laura Gruninger, Young Adult Librarian
Mercer County Library System, Lawrence HQ
2751 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
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From: Andrea Terry <cavgrads97@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: RE: censorship acc.
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:23:29 CDT
To go the informal route, I can lean on our computer
policy that each patron signs prior to being allowed
to use the internet. It states (quote) "THE LIBRARY
RESERVES THE RIGHT to end access to any files which
are degrading, obscene, or profane and therefore
offensive in a public setting. The session will be
terminated."
Another justification--Our library is basically one
large L-shaped room, with the childrens' section
filling the smaller leg. The main desk and our 2
(count 'em, 2) internet access machines are right next
to the entry to the children's area and are plainly
visible by people entering and exiting the library and
also from the main, story-time area of the children's
section. So, essentially, the computers _are_ in the
children's area.
I feel we are in no danger of venturing onto a
slippery slope. Scantily-clad people, be they rock
stars or otherwise, are not appropriate for display in
a public library. I feel very comfortable telling
someone to change sites if I see such displays.
I might also add that we do not filter, so this is the
only "censoring" we do.
=====
Andrea Terry
Juvenile Services Librarian
Libby Memorial Library
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
cavgrads97@yahoo.com
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From: Marlyn <chaisegirl@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Music for Cottleston Pie? Mea Culpa!
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:23:47 CDT
Gee, I'm sorry.
It must be old age....
The recording is THE MUPPET ALBUM, on which Rowlf the
dog sings it. I'm not sure where the sheet music came
from; a kind person on another list photocopied and
sent it to me, but without any book info. Sorry!
Marlyn
giving myself 1000 lashes with a Rowlf Muppet
--- BOGART Debra <dbogart@ci.springfield.or.us>
wrote:
> Gosh, it would have been nice if you shared the
> source of the recording and
> the sheet music. Didn't someone mention earlier how
> nice it would be to have
> answers and the original questions posted?
> thanks,
>
> Debra Bogart, M.L.S.
> dbogart@ci.springfield.or.us
> Youth Services
> Springfield Public Library
> Springfield, OR
> "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful
> committed people can change
> the
> world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever
> has."Margaret Mead
>
> >>> Marlyn 09/04/01 08:32AM >>>
> My sincerest thanks and deepest appreciation to
> everyone who responded to my "Cottleston Pie"
> request.I now have a recording as well as sheet
> music
> for the song.
>
> Marlyn
>
>
> =====
> Marlyn K. Roberts
> Children's Librarian
> Torrance Public Library
> Torrance, CA
> chaisegirl@yahoo.com
> mroberts@torrnet.com
>
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From: Susan Dunn <sdunn@jefferson.lib.co.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
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Subject: RE: censorship acc.
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:24:05 CDT
What we say in situations like this is that if what they're looking at on
the webPAC in the children's area would not be found in a children's book
(like graphic torture pictures of Kosovo or scantily clad women in a
Victoria's Secret ad), then that image cannot be viewed in the children's
department.
It doesn't often happen that we have to remind someone of this, but when it
does, they usually seem to understand our point of view. We're not
telling
them that they can't view this in the library at all, just that they can't
do it in children's. They usually go over to the adult department and
use a
terminal there instead.
Susan Dunn
Children's Reference Librarian
Columbine Library, Jefferson County Public Library
sdunn@jefferson.lib.co.us
-----Original Message-----
From: Jennifer Baker [mailto:jbaker93711@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2001 5:00 PM
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: censorship acc.
At our library we have a young man (14-15 years old)
who has created a similar situation. Since he's been
coming here since he was a little kid most of the
staff is friendly with him--although he can
occasionally try our patience. He has been caught
looking at porn sites before and has been talked to
and even had his privledges temporarily revoked.
The problem I've had with him lately is trying to
teach him what is and isn't appropriate for viewing in
the children's area. We had a patron complain that he
was looking at a "bad" site. When we investigated, he
was looking at a site with pictures of people who had
been in motorcycle accidents, etc. (I can't remember
the name of the site but blood & gore is apparently
its speciality) I told him if he wanted to look at
that stuff he'd have to go to the adult area and he
didn't understand why.
This was a new one on me. He honestly didn't see why
it was offensive. When we caught him looking at porn
he was embarrassed and apologetic but in this
situation he was adamant that he had done nothing
wrong. I explained to him that he wasn't in trouble,
he was not being punished, he just needed to be
mindful of other patrons and what *they* might find
inappropriate and he was perfectly welcome to look at
those sites in the adult computer lab.
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From: Tracy Thomas <tracy@lfpl.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Program Enrollment
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:24:25 CDT
I would not cancel it. There have been times that I have only one baby and
mom but I still do the storytime. No matter how small a crowd you have they
will undoubtedly have a great time and will tell their friends. After a few
times you may end up with more than you know what to do with! It is still a
fairly new concept to bring your baby to a storytime, you have to convince
people what a great favor they are doing for their child!
Tracy Thomas
Louisville Free Public Library
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Sandy Belfi [SMTP:sbelfi@monarch.papillion.ne.us]
> Sent: Thursday, September 06, 2001 1:48 PM
> To: 'pubyac@prairienet.org'
> Subject: Program Enrollment
>
> Hi All:
>
> I am starting a new "Babytime" program at my library. I
have 3 sign ups
> so far, programming starts Tuesday. I am always uncertain if I
should
> cancel a program with such low enrollment, or give it a chance to grow?
> Does anyone have any suggestions for this situation?
>
> Thanks so much,
> Sandy
>
> --
> Sandy Belfi
> Sump Memorial Library
> Papillion, NE 68046
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From: "Shanla Brookshire" <shanlab@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Building and Closing
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:24:41 CDT
Mary,
Does the city have any plans to move the current collection to
another
building without having to shut down the library for the full year?
Our
library went through extensive renovations about 3 years ago. We moved
our
current collection to an abandoned school and kept shortened hours there
while the current building was completely shut down for a year. It was
a
mess and we hated it but would have rather gone through a move than have to
look for new jobs for a year. Plus, though many people in the
community
were upset, at least the library continued service while the building was
shut down and all staff stayed through that year.
I hope this helps. If you have any questions at all,
email me at the
address at the bottom.
Shanla Brookshire
Children's Librarian
Lovett Memorial Library
Pampa, TX 79065
shanlab@hotmail.com
"The test of a man's mettle is in the small things, not in
the great; what he does about returning a library book, not
his views on greenhouse gases." --Andree Seu
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From: "Betsy Johnson" <bljohnson@hdpl.org>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Children's Librarian Position - Nevada
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:24:59 CDT
The Henderson District Public Library is looking for a Children's Librarian.
For more information please visit http://www.hdpl.org/childlib.html.
Thank You,
Betsy Johnson
bljohnson@hdpl.org
Children's Librarian
Malcolm Library
Henderson District (Nevada)
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From: "Jennifer Dillon" <Jennifer.Dillon@cityofdenton.com>
To: <librarylady61@hotmail.com>,<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Ideas for Arthur, Winnie The Pooh, and Curious George
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:25:14 CDT
Hi Everyone
The Costume Specialists at 1 800 596-9357 have Winnie the Pooh and Curious =
George Costumes, as well as many other characters. The costumes themselves =
are free, but shipping for the Winnie the Pooh costume is $120. I imagine =
that the cost is similar for other characters.=20
You can find great Pooh crafts at www.dltk-kids.com/crafts/cartoons/winniet=
hepooh.html
Have fun!
Jennifer Dillon
YS Librarian=20
Denton Public Library South Branch
jennifer.dillon@cityofdenton.com=20
>>> librarylady61@hotmail.com
09/06/01 12:48PM >>>
Hi Everyone:
I need some ideas for crafts for an Arthur, Winnie The Pooh, and
Curious George Storytimes. The age group that I am dealing with
are 3-5 year olds. I do have an Arthur crown that the children
can color and wear.
Also, does anyone know of anyplace that will loan or rent out costumes
of these characters? Any ideas would be most appreciated. You
may
reply directly to me at bakernj@cbpu.com=20
Thanks!
Nola Baker
Children's Services
Branch District Library
Coldwater, Michigan
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From: Kim Patton <kpatton@lawrence.lib.ks.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Fall Celebration
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:25:31 CDT
Elaine,
We do a Fall Fesitval every year at our elementary school. We do this
instead of dressing up and having a Halloween Party. We paint faces on
mini pumpkins with Tempera paint or paint markers, wheat weaving (if we
have someone available to volunteer to demonstate) otherwise we use wheat,
glue and construction paper to make collages, make pumpkin pancakes (add
1/2 can of pumpkin pie mix and 1 teaspon of cinnamon to the largest
Bisquick recipe on the box, & serve w/butter and syrup or a sugar and
cinnamon sprinkle) sorry, I don't have the box in front of me right now,
but that's the jist of it, and of course read our favorite Fall stories
like The Little old woman who wasn't Afraid of Anything (Let me know if you
want the actions that go along with it I learned the many years ago and
it's still a favorite)
Have fun
Kim
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From: "Elaine Moustakas" <elainem9@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Fall Celebration
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Date: Thu, 6 Sep 2001 12:45:00 CDT
Dear Pubyac-
I was thinking of possibly having an fall celebration time for my children's
department as a program. I'd want to read some fall
stories/feltboards,
play some games, crafts, and possibly have a snack (apples or something else
fall related). I have never done a theme program like this other than
story
times...this would be for the primary grades (K-2/3). Has anyone ever
done
a program like this? If so, how long was it and what ages did you
have? I'm
exploring other programming ideas for children other than my ongoing story
times and holiday craft sessions. Any input would be appreciated.
Please
send replies to elainem9@hotmail.com.
I will be happy to compile the list if
I get enough responses. Thank you!
Elaine
Kim Patton
YA Specialist
Lawrence public Library
707 Vermont St
Lawrence, KS 66044
785-843-3833 785-843-3368 fax
kpatton@lawrence.lib.ks.us
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From: Colleen Swider <cswider@ci.keene.nh.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Magic and Monsters After School Program
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:26:01 CDT
Hi Everyone, we are thinking about a five week program for 6-8 yr olds for
the month of October. A little magic, a little spooky, a little fun.
We're
planning of course to read some stories, play games and do a few crafts.
We
are hoping also to get someone in to do some wizardry with science to tie it
up. We've discovered that its easier to pull them in with sequential
programs rather than a one shot deal. An although we've done the usual
after school Halloween storytimes, I was looking to expand a little.
Has
anyone had any great success with an idea like this. Something besides
Pin
the Wart on the Witch. (Oops no witches!) My own magic skills are pretty
shabby. One idea was to introduce books on simple magic tricks and
then
encourage them to go home and practice and present a little impromptu show
the following week for the other kids. Or some books to read aloud
that
really hit the spot. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated and of course
compiled and posted for everyone else. Thanks a lot!
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From: Jennifer Worth <jworth@jefferson.lib.co.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Job Posting
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:26:25 CDT
Please excuse cross postings. Thanks!
POSITION: Director of Public Services #21-438
Jefferson
County Public Library, Lakewood Colorado
Jefferson County Public Library, located west of Denver in the Colorado
foothills, seeks a unique individual to replace our Director of Public
Services, who is retiring after 19 years. Jefferson County is
Colorado's
most populous county, with half a million residents, and is situated between
the urban opportunities of Denver and the recreational opportunities of the
mountains.
QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a MLS and considerable relevant experience in
collection development, personnel management and library technology. Must be
flexible to work some evenings, weekends, and minor holidays.
DUTIES: Responsible for all public library services for 11 libraries,
collection development ($3.5 million materials budget) and Technical
Services. The Director serves on a 4-member Senior Management Team and leads
the development of an extensive digital library. The Director reports
to
the County Librarian, Bill Knott, who would be happy to answer questions
about this position, the Library or the community at
wknott@jefferson.lib.co.us.
SALARY: $70,000 to $80,000 Annually
BENEFITS:
* Excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision and
retirement.
* Vacation, holiday, sick leave, and personal days.
* Training Opportunities.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10/04/01.
APPLY: A Jefferson County application form must be completed along with a
list of 3 references. Applications are available by fax (303) 271-8411 or at
http://jefferson.lib.co.us, under
"Join Our Team." Please return to
Jefferson County Human Resources Dept., 800 Jefferson Pkwy, Suite 140,
Golden, CO 80401; 303-271-8400.
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From: molly stcavish <mstcavish@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: divorce for preschoolers
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:27:07 CDT
I've been given a generous sum of money to buy books
for my preschoolers on divorce and sexual abuse. I
also could use titles explaining vaguely where babies
come from because so many of my patrons are getting
new brothers and sisters and asking.My age patron is
only 3-5 years old and they are my main target but if
you know of something fabulous for parents I would
appreciate that too.
Thanks so much.
Molly
mstcavish@yahoo.com
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From: "Henegar, Sharon" <SLHenegar@ocpl.org>
To: "'PUBYAC@prairienet.org'"
<PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: YA pamphlets
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:27:30 CDT
Hey gang--I've just had this request from one of my branch heads:
"When we finally build and open the Foothill Ranch Library, we are
going to
have a separate collection area for high schoolers. My idea is to
include
pamphlets that deal with life skills issues, relating to drugs, sex, jobs,
etc. I plan on having my teen council help with the selection of
pamphlets....I have a few sources so far but frankly, the ones I have seen
are pretty plain looking and I don't think would be very enticing. The
companies are: Journeyworks Publishing, Life Skills Education, and the
Bureau for At-Risk Youth. "
So, does anyone know where we could find some really attractive brochures
for teens? Thanks for your help!
Sharon Henegar
Coordinator of Children's Services
Orange County Public Library
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From: Serena Butch <scp_butch@sals.edu>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: RE: Program Enrollment
Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:27:47 CDT
Baby Lap time at our library started out very small - 5 or 6 the first
few times. Even though it is not easy to do this program for so few, I
would advise to go ahead! Gradually, by word of mouth only, our program
grew and grew and is always filled every session. I think people aren't
really sure what to expect with a "baby" program, so it may take a
while
to catch on. Good luck!
Serena Butch - Schenectady Public, NY
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From: <asears@teaneck.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Building and Closing
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:28:10 CDT
Mary,
I don't ahve personal experience in that situation but what my old library,
Brooklyn Public LIbrary, Brooklyn, NY did in recent years was have trailers
next to the site of the branches that were closed long term for renovation.
Granted it's a city system and I have no idea what the cost was involved but
that's one option, it was limited service but politically it worked better
than shutting down the branches totally with limited Book Mobile service
which was done in the past. Good Luck Amy
>
> From: Mary Thompson <yshq@cmrls.lib.ms.us>
> Date: 2001/09/06 Thu PM 01:44:43 EDT
> To: pubyac@prairienet.org
> Subject: Building and Closing
>
> Is there anyone on our list who has had their
library closed for a
> year or more so that a new library could be build around the old one?
> It looks like our system is facing that problem in the near future.
With
> computers and automation the city fears that IF they find an
appropriate
> building the cost of wiring would take a chunk out of the building fund
> that they cannot afford. They have just decided that it is going
to be
> cost efficient to close the library, level it, and build up and out.
> Our patrons are upset. What have you done with this problem?
> We do not have a book mobile, but we are a
system with 20
> libraries. In fact our 21st will open (we hope) in January.
The
> library that will close is our second busiest. The town is within
5
> miles of the busiest library. The citizens still are complaining.
> Thanks for your suggestions. Off list is
fine.
> Mary Thompson
> Central Mississippi Regional Library System
>
>
>
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From: "Ginny McKee" <ginny1222@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Program Enrollment
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:28:34 CDT
Give it a chance to grow. My first preschool story time some 30 years
ago
at a branch in Brooklyn had one little boy and his too young sister.
But
the program slowly grew and got to a good size. Give it your all and
let
them spread the good word!
Ginny McKee
Children's Services
South Brunswick [NJ] Public Library
gmckee@lmxac.org
ginny1222@hotmail.com
>From: Sandy Belfi <sbelfi@monarch.papillion.ne.us>
>Reply-To: pubyac@prairienet.org
>To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
>Subject: Program Enrollment
>Date: Thu, 6 Sep 2001 12:48:02 CDT
>
>Hi All:
>
>I am starting a new "Babytime" program at my library. I
have 3 sign ups
>so far, programming starts Tuesday. I am always uncertain if I
should
>cancel a program with such low enrollment, or give it a chance to grow?
>Does anyone have any suggestions for this situation?
>
>Thanks so much,
>Sandy
>
>--
>Sandy Belfi
>Sump Memorial Library
>Papillion, NE 68046
>
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From: Ginny Gustin <gustin@sonoma.lib.ca.us>
To: CHILD_LIT@EMAIL.RUTGERS.EDU,
alsc-l@ala1.ala.org, PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: SEEK live broadcast
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:28:50 CDT
The Sonoma County Library System in Santa Rosa, California is very excited
to announce that we will be hosting a live radio play, the premiere
performance of Paul Fleischman's new novel SEEK, on Friday, Sept. 14 at
6:30 p.m. The broadcast on radio station KRCB (FM 90.9, 91.1) will
begin at 7 p.m. at our Central Library at 3rd and E Streets in Santa
Rosa. It will be directed by Walter the Giant Storyteller, who will
also
appear at the 2nd Annual Sonoma County Book Fair at the library the
following day.
Author Paul Fleischman will be here for the performance and will be
available to sign books at its conclusion.
Because this will be a live broadcast, no one can be admitted to the
auditorium after 6:30 p.m. We hope some of you who live in the Bay
Area
can join us and that others will be able to listen to KRCB on Friday
night. For additional information, you may email me or call 707
545-0831
ext. 6.
I apologize to those of you who will receive this message from more than
one source. We found out just yesterday that this program would take
place, so we are trying to spread the word as quickly as possible.
Ginny Gustin
Children's Services Librarian
Sonoma County Library System
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From: Andrea Terry <cavgrads97@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: video advice, pls.
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:29:08 CDT
Oh Supreme and Advice-Giving Brain--
A conundrum for you.
We have, of late (maybe about the last 2 months) had
about 20 grownup videos damaged. According to the
techs we brought them to to have them fixed, it is one
or more patrons with a broken VCR that is ruining the
tapes. Apparently the edges on several have been
ruined, stretched, or somehow or other damaged, and
the tapes are unfixable and must be replaced.
Whomever it is is not telling us when they bring the
tapes back that they are broken--it is usually the
next person to take them out that tells us. I don't
believe that it is the tapes simply getting old,
especially since it seems to be only grownup
tapes--none of our children's videos (which actually
circulate as much or more than the grownup titles)
have been damaged recently.
Has anyone ever run into something like this before?
How did you determine who it was (for security
reasons, our computer system deletes, not the last
checkout, but the one before. In other words, the
"damaging" party's record is replaced by the person's
record that tells us about the damaged tape.) How did
you confront this person? Did you charge them
replacement cost?
We have had trouble with "dirty" tapes before (no, not
XXX, but actual dirt on the video tape ;-) ) but
those can be cleaned and returned to the shelf. This
is something entirely different.
Thank you all for your always valuable input. I love
having this list as a reference!
=====
Andrea Terry
Juvenile Services Librarian
Libby Memorial Library
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
cavgrads97@yahoo.com
=====
Andrea Terry
Juvenile Services Librarian
Libby Memorial Library
Old Orchard Beach, Maine
cavgrads97@yahoo.com
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From: "elaine" <elainem@worldnet.att.net>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: K-2 Club and Writing Box
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:29:35 CDT
Thank you for posting your k-2 club and writing box programming ideas,
Lorie! I would find it interesting to hear what other programs
different
libraries run after school on a regular basis or sporadically...either
writing, reading, or related activities. I can not devote too much
time to
programs after school because I run my children's library solo and after
school time is a time when I usually need to be there to help with reference
questions, but once in a while I can do an after school program here and
there. I'd be interested in learning what other programs you other
children's librarians have. Thanks!
Elaine
elainem@att.net
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From: Marijo Kist <mkist@lib.ci.phoenix.az.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: day of the dead help
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:30:08 CDT
We were wondering if anyone has any flannal board, magnet stories or
puppet shows for Day of the Dead (Dia de Muertos). This should be for
children under 8, or even preschool.
Thanks!
Marijo Kist mkist@lib.ci.phoenix.az.us
Acacia Branch Library
(602) 262-6224
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From: Julie Linneman <juliel@wichita.lib.ks.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: African American history month
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:30:25 CDT
Does anyone have any great ideas for African American history month?
This
could be either public library family programs, cooperative
school/library/community functions, or just any really cool ideas that you
have done or seen or heard of or thought of? Or do you have any great
resources to suggest?
We celebrate every year, but our committee is looking for some new
(fabulous) ideas. Thanks for sharing.
Julie Linneman
juliel@wichita.lib.ks.us
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From: "Carol Lo" <Carol.Lo@spl.org>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Computers and Kids-any horns to toot?
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:30:45 CDT
I am looking for information about setting up a computer station for kids =
that has pazazz, ergonomics, and just plain WORKS! So far, I've not gotten =
many encouraging words. Is anyone doing a great job out there, with a =
story they'd like to tell? Let us know what's working for you.=20
Carol Lo
Student Librarian
Seattle Public Library
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From: "Debbie Allen" <dallen@rla.lib.il.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: hispanic programming
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Hi Collective Mind,
I am doing a project for one of my Library and Information classes and also
need it for my work at my library. My question to all of you is :
what
types of programs have been successful for you in attracting the Hispanic
population of your library district? Any ideas or ideas that did not
work?
Thanks! Let me know at dallen@rla.lib.il.us
Debbie Allen
Youth Services
Round Lake Area Library
906 Hart Road
Round Lake, IL 60073
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From: "Coppell, Anne" <CoppellA@akcity.govt.nz>
To: "'PUBYAC@prairienet.org'"
<PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper: Princess and jellybeans
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:31:32 CDT
Hi
We have a customer looking for a story - the information we have is:
princess sails to islands, climbs up hill clutching bag of jellybeans, bag
breaks and the jellybeans spill out.
Any help?
Anne Coppell
Children's and Teenagers' Section
Auckland City Libraries
Tamaki Pataka Korero
PO Box 4136
Auckland 1
NEW ZEALAND
Ph. 64-9-307 7768
Email: coppella@akcity.govt.nz
Website: www.akcity.govt.nz/library
"Children's books are written for upbringing ... but upbringing is a
great
thing; it decides the fate of the human being."
- Vissarion Grigor'evich Belinski
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From: Lisa Hughes <lhughes@scinet.co.santa-clara.ca.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: censorship acc.
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Date: Sun, 9 Sep 2001 16:32:14 CDT
All of our internet terminals have privacy screens on the
monitors. They're made by 3M, and have two arms that stick out on the
top
that attack with velcro to the top of the monitor. The screens are
polarized so that you need to sit directly in front of the monitor to be
able to see what's on the screen. Somebody walking by or sitting at
the
next terminal won't easily see what's on your terminal. Every now and
then, patrons take the screens off, but most of them accept them. It
does
eliminate many problems.
Lisa
Lisa Mead Hughes, Children's Services
Campbell Public Library
77 Harrison Avenue, Campbell CA 95008-1499
voice: (866-1991) fax: (408) 866-1433
lhughes@scinet.co.santa-clara.ca.us
*** All standard disclaimers apply ***
On Tue, 4 Sep 2001, Jennifer Baker wrote:
> Andrea,
> Unfortunately I missed your original post (must have
> zapped it) but I think I get the jist. I wouldn't
> consider what you did censorship, just good management
> of a potentially sticky situation.
>
> At our library we have a young man (14-15 years old)
> who has created a similar situation. Since he's been
> coming here since he was a little kid most of the
> staff is friendly with him--although he can
> occasionally try our patience. He has been caught
> looking at porn sites before and has been talked to
> and even had his privledges temporarily revoked.
>
> The problem I've had with him lately is trying to
> teach him what is and isn't appropriate for viewing in
> the children's area. We had a patron complain that he
> was looking at a "bad" site. When we investigated, he
> was looking at a site with pictures of people who had
> been in motorcycle accidents, etc. (I can't remember
> the name of the site but blood & gore is apparently
> its speciality) I told him if he wanted to look at
> that stuff he'd have to go to the adult area and he
> didn't understand why.
>
> This was a new one on me. He honestly didn't see why
> it was offensive. When we caught him looking at porn
> he was embarrassed and apologetic but in this
> situation he was adamant that he had done nothing
> wrong. I explained to him that he wasn't in trouble,
> he was not being punished, he just needed to be
> mindful of other patrons and what *they* might find
> inappropriate and he was perfectly welcome to look at
> those sites in the adult computer lab.
>
> It was actually an interesting experience. I'm not a
> mom, so talking about a sensitive topic like this with
> a teenage boy was educational for both of us.
>
> I don't think what I did was censorship either. When
> we are talking about computers that can be seen from
> across the room by anybody casually walking by we have
> to consider the rights of everyone, not just the
> person who is sitting in front of the monitor.
>
> Jennifer Baker
> Fresno Co. Library
>
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