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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: Tuesday, February 05, 2002 11:01 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 675
PUBYAC Digest 675
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) Lapsit Enrollment
by Kwitkowm@libcoop.net
2) Thanks for Clancy
by Toni Reese <treese@monarch.papillion.ne.us>
3) EARTH DAY CRAFT
by levernem@spart.spt.lib.sc.us
4) Re: Lapsit Enrollment
by Paulalef@aol.com
5) Re: Lapsit Enrollment
by Kelly P <krpoole@yahoo.com>
6) cd-rom headphones
by Bonita Kale <Bonita.Kale@euclidlibrary.org>
7) Dr. Seuss birthday games
by Kristin Dermody <KDermody@sno-isle.org>
8) Accelerated Reader sticker
by Bonita Kale <Bonita.Kale@euclidlibrary.org>
9) Preschool Activity Center?
by Jean Nichols <jean@clarksville.org>
10) Thanks - NY meetings
by Carol Chatfield <cchatfield@myriad.middlebury.edu>
11) scavenger hunt/H. Potter read-alike
by karen maletz <kmlib@yahoo.com>
12) booklists on the web
by "Mary D'Eliso" <mdeliso@monroe.lib.in.us>
13) Helping kids with the Internet
by "Henegar, Sharon" <SLHenegar@ocpl.org>
14) Re: rain hat
by Diana Cook <dcook@rpl.regina.sk.ca>
15) Request for ideas for craft equipment
by joslund@colosys.net
16) teens and summer reading programs
by Lorraine Getty <lgetty1969@yahoo.com>
17) Re: Labeling AR books
by Robin Shtulman <shtulman@erving.com>
18) RE: Lapsit Enrollment
by "Wagner, Jenifer" <Jenifer.Wagner@co.dakota.mn.us>
19) Re: Lapsit Enrollment
by erricoj@eiNetwork.Net (Judy Errico)
20) RE: Teen Poetry Programs
by Julie Darnall <jdarnall@ccls.org>
21) Re: Labeling AR books (fwd)
by Pamela Stack <pstack@vlc.lib.mi.us>
22) Re: Literature rack? Recommendations...
by "Jennifer Murphy, Head of the Children's Library"
<murphyj@uhls.lib.ny.us>
23) Re: playstation 2 games
by Terry Zignego <tzignego@wcfls.lib.wi.us>
24) Job posting for YA
by heather mcneil <heatherm@dpls.lib.or.us>
25) Ezra Jack Keats mini-grants
by "Canosa-Albano, Jean" <JCanosa-Albano@spfldlibmus.org>
26) "Defending Intellectual Freedom: Grassroots Organizing 101"
by "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
27) Stumper- boy chasing pigs.
by "Joanne Trezza" <jmtrezza@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
28) Stumper
by theresa robinett <theresart@yahoo.com>
29) Stumper -- Secret code
by Jennifer Craig <jcraig@mcls.rochester.lib.ny.us>
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From: Kwitkowm@libcoop.net
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Lapsit Enrollment
Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:07:27 CST
We register only 10 to 12 children for the entire series of 6 to 8
sessions.
Having fewer babies makes it more intimate and more of a one-on-one
encounter.
Marta Kwitkowsky
Chesterfield Twp. Library
Chesterfield, Mi
586-725-7732
kwitkowm@libcoop.net
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From: Toni Reese <treese@monarch.papillion.ne.us>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Thanks for Clancy
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:07:33 CST
Thanks so much to everyone who offered to send me the story "Clancy the
Clown." I knew I could count on you!! Someone faxed it to me,
so I'm
all set.
Thanks again,
Toni
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From: levernem@spart.spt.lib.sc.us
To: PUBYAC@PRAIRIENET.ORG
Subject: EARTH DAY CRAFT
Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:07:39 CST
check out this websitte
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/crafts/earthday/
Leverne McBeth, Children Assistant
Pacolet Branch Library
390 W. Main Street
Pacolet, SC 29372
(864) 474-0421
levernem@spart.spt.lib.sc.us
"Any opinions expressed are those of the individual and may not reflect the
opinions or policies of the Spartanburg County Public Libraries."
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From: Paulalef@aol.com
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Lapsit Enrollment
Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:07:46 CST
We have a small room so limit our infant program to 15 caregiver/child pairs
(plus however many sibs!). Our programs run in 6-week sessions and we
register the children for these about a week before the programs begin. If
there is space we continue registration. This occurs especially in the
winter
sessions because of illness, bad weather, etc. Hope this helps.
Paula Lefkowitz
Parsippany (NJ) PL
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From: Kelly P <krpoole@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Lapsit Enrollment
Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:07:52 CST
We register two weeks ahead of time. We have a maximum of 12
partners
(caregiver and child) for a total of 24. Once the series begins we do not
add any more participants.
Jeanette Larson <larsonlibrary@yahoo.com>
wrote: I'm curious about how other
libraries handle lapsit
programs. Do you limit the number of children and
caregivers who can attend? Do you register the child
for the series of programs? Thanks!
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From: Bonita Kale <Bonita.Kale@euclidlibrary.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: cd-rom headphones
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:07:58 CST
We have each terminal attached to a sort of box thing, that has outlets
for four headphones. We have two attached to each terminal at all
times (and none has been stolen, glory be!), and will give a third if,
say, two parents want to play.
We also give out a telephone wipe to each user, to clean the earphones
before they use them.
Bonita
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From: Kristin Dermody <KDermody@sno-isle.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
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Subject: Dr. Seuss birthday games
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Hi!
Our library is also planning a Dr. Seuss birthday celebration with stories,
crafts, and games. We may play Concentration or a version of Musical
Chairs
where we pass around a goldfish bowl or maybe a game of Name that Character.
Does anyone else have any ideas for games that have worked well at a Dr.
Seuss party?
Thanks so much for all of your help!
Kristin Dermody
Children's Librarian
Mukilteo Library
kdermody@sno-isle.org
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From: Bonita Kale <Bonita.Kale@euclidlibrary.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Accelerated Reader sticker
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We just took the thickest booklist and put AR stickers on all the books
on it, or any others we happened to run into. The AR lists are in
binders labelled by school, and the sign near them says: "Accelerate
Your Reading. Please check your school's list for matching titles."
The idea is, they pull a book and then check the list, which is a -lot-
easier than the reverse.
Bonita
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From: Jean Nichols <jean@clarksville.org>
To: "pubyac@prairienet.org"
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Subject: Preschool Activity Center?
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:08:18 CST
Dear friends,
Do you have a preschool activity or learning center in your
library? If you do, would you please e-mail me off list and
tell me what you have included in your center. We are working on this
for our Children's Library and I would
appreciate any imput and insight that you might share. Thank you.
My e-mail is: <jean@clarksville.org>
Jean Nichols
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
Clarksville, TN 37040
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From: Carol Chatfield <cchatfield@myriad.middlebury.edu>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Thanks - NY meetings
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:08:24 CST
Many thanks to all who sent along information about the upcoming
Rochester, NY NYLA meeting. A special thanks to Janet Battisimi, who
also knew of some spring book events in the Albany area which are
probably more do-able for us.
I look forward to meeting some of you nice folks soon at a NY event!
Carol
--
Carol Chatfield
Youth Services Librarian
Ilsley Public Library
75 Main Street
Middlebury, VT 05753
(802) 388-4369
cchatfield@myriad.middlebury.edu
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From: karen maletz <kmlib@yahoo.com>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: scavenger hunt/H. Potter read-alike
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:08:30 CST
I know these subjects have been discussed before so I
apologize in advance. I have a class of older
elementary aged students coming in next week who want
a "fun" library activity like a scavenger hunt. How
have you knowledgable librarians done this in the
past? They also want a read-aloud from a Harry Potter
type book. Any recommendations? TIA K. Maletz,
Hicksville Lib.
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From: "Mary D'Eliso" <mdeliso@monroe.lib.in.us>
To: pubyac <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: booklists on the web
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:08:37 CST
Hi everyone -
We're looking to update our webpage which links to booklists on the
internet. (See the current version at:
http://www.monroe.lib.in.us/childrens/booklists.html
If your library has some good lists, or you know of one that does, I'd
like to hear about it. Annotated lists are preferred.
Thanks!
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Mary D'Eliso, Children's Librarian Monroe County Public Library
mdeliso@monroe.lib.in.us
Bloomington, Indiana
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From: "Henegar, Sharon" <SLHenegar@ocpl.org>
To: "'PUBYAC@prairienet.org'"
<PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Helping kids with the Internet
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Here's a request from the Children's Librarian in one of our branches.
Thanks for any help you all can give! If you'll send your ideas directly to
Cheryl, we'll compile them for the list.
Sharon Henegar, Coordinator of Children's Services
Orange County Public Library
Hi Everyone,
Has anyone created a simple pamphlet or help-sheet for kids
about using the Internet? If you have and it's on your computer, could you
please email it to me? My L.A. wants to put one together and is looking for
ideas.
Thank you!
Cheryl Fernandez, Irvine-University Park Library
cwfernandez@ocpl.org
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From: Diana Cook <dcook@rpl.regina.sk.ca>
To: Cathy Lamoree <clamoree@poklib.org>
Subject: Re: rain hat
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:08:50 CST
Yes, this story and instructions are in a book called:
Stories to Play with-Kids Tales told with puppets, paper, toys and
imagination by Hiroku Fujita
It has lots of great useful stuff it it; I have only used the folded
birthday story but the kids love it; its just like magic! Good Luck!
Diana Cook
Branch Library Assistant
Sherwood Village Branch
Regina Public Library
Regina, Saskatchewan
dcook@rpl.regina.sk.ca
On Fri, 1 Feb 2002, Cathy Lamoree wrote:
> Hi everyone. Does anyone know where I can find a copy of the rain hat =
> story where a piece of newpaper is folded into a rain hat, a pirate hat, =
> a boat, and then pieces are torn off so that it resembles a life jacket? =
> It's been awhile since I've done it but I would love to revive it when =
> the spring rains come. Thanks
>
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From: joslund@colosys.net
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Request for ideas for craft equipment
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:08:56 CST
Hi there colleagues:
We have some funds to spend on non-expendable equipment for
children's programming. I am looking at some PA equipment and
have a request for an Ellison machine for cutting out shapes. We
might also purchase a laminating machine. Can you help me
brainstorm a list of other *non-expendable* items that you use in
your library programs that I could put on my list? This is an
opportunity to purchase big ticket items that will last us for years
and enable us to offer a better variety of craft and other types of
programs to kids from preschool through 8th grade. Thank you in
advance for any ideas you might offer!
Janet L. Oslund
Youth Services Librarian
Montrose Library District
320 S. 2nd St.
Montrose, CO 81401
Voice: 970.249.9656
Fax: 970.240.1901
E: joslund@colosys.net
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From: Lorraine Getty <lgetty1969@yahoo.com>
To: PUBYAC <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: teens and summer reading programs
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:09:02 CST
Hello, groups. Please excuse the cross-posting. I'm
new to public libraries and summer reading programs,
and am supposed to come up with an incentive scheme
for the 12-16-year olds we hope to attract to a summer
reading program designed for them. In the past I've
seen some great program ideas posted here, but am also
needing some "nuts and bolts" information...they want
me to devise a prize system based on
something........at the younger levels they are
rewarding on the basis of hours read, with different
prize levels. I've seen some postings that indicate
that they reward teens based on number of books read.
Is one method more desirable than the other? I'd
appreciate any and all advice and suggestions for
organizing this program!
Thanks,
Lorraine Getty
Forsyth Public Library
Forsyth, Illinois
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From: Robin Shtulman <shtulman@erving.com>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Labeling AR books
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Hi!
We've been using AR successfully for several years. About three years ago,
the STUDENTS asked for AR stickers on the books. I didn't especially like
the idea, as I'd rather have kids choose the books they want to read based
on the book's appeal & not the grade level, BUT . . .
To make a long story short, I invited the fifth & sixth graders who asked
for the stickers to spend their recesses with me putting them on the books.
Can you believe they loved doing it? They called themselves something like
"The AR Celebration & Service Club" or some such. Of course,
I stayed with
them and made sure everything was done correctly. It was a fun opportunity
to spend time with these children in a non-instructional way.
Regarding the issue of all books being labeled when all of your schools
don't have the same tests: isn't there some way to have unlimited license
to the tests if you're part of the same district?
Hope this helps,
Robin
>
>
--
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Librarian
Erving Elementary School, Erving MA
shtulman@erving.com
http://www.erving.com/library/erving_library.htm
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From: "Wagner, Jenifer" <Jenifer.Wagner@co.dakota.mn.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
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Subject: RE: Lapsit Enrollment
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I do lapsits (ages 12 to 30 months) once a month. I register the children
for each session. I have a minimum of 5 children registered to hold the
program and I take a maximum of 15. Usually some of the registered people
don't show up so the people who show up without registering can attend as
well. I do remind them to call in the future. Mornings are drawing
better
than evenings (10:15 a.m. as opposed to 6:30 p.m.)
-----Original Message-----
From: Jeanette Larson [mailto:larsonlibrary@yahoo.com]
Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2002 12:13 PM
To: Pubyac
Subject: Lapsit Enrollment
I'm curious about how other libraries handle lapsit
programs. Do you limit the number of children and
caregivers who can attend? Do you register the child
for the series of programs? Thanks!
=====
Jeanette Larson
Youth Services Manager
Austin Public Library
P.O. Box 2287
Austin, TX 78768-2287
512-499-7405
larsonlibrary@yahoo.com
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From: erricoj@eiNetwork.Net (Judy
Errico)
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Lapsit Enrollment
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:09:21 CST
Dear Jeanette,
Here at our library I have 3 lapsit groups/week. I do limit the number
of children to 13. I find that my attendance is very good so I almost
always have a full house. Yes, they are registered for the full 10 week
session. I have some moms who bring more than 1 child. Hope this
helps.
Judy Errico
Community Library of Allegheny Valley
1522 Broadview Blvd.
Natrona Heights, PA 15605
----- Original Message -----
From: Jeanette Larson <larsonlibrary@yahoo.com>
Date: Sunday, February 3, 2002 1:12 pm
Subject: Lapsit Enrollment
> I'm curious about how other libraries handle lapsit
> programs. Do you limit the number of children and
> caregivers who can attend? Do you register the child
> for the series of programs? Thanks!
>
> =====
> Jeanette Larson
> Youth Services Manager
> Austin Public Library
> P.O. Box 2287
> Austin, TX 78768-2287
> 512-499-7405
> larsonlibrary@yahoo.com
>
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From: Julie Darnall <jdarnall@ccls.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Teen Poetry Programs
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This sounds like a lot of fun-I wonder what is the lowest age of teens this
works for-has anyone had success doing this with younger middle schoolers?
Mine don't seem mature enough to sit and listen.
Julie Darnall
Youth Services Librarian
Chester County Library System
jdarnall@ccls.org
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Erica Dean Glenn [SMTP:ricika@hotmail.com]
> Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2002 1:13 PM
> To: pubyac@prairienet.org
> Subject: Teen Poetry Programs
>
> This is in response to Marta's question...Each year at my branch, we have
> a
> "Coffeehouse," where the kids can read poetry that they've done,
or
> (especially for the younger kids) we have typed up poetry from well-known
> poets. We serve hot chocolate, play jazz and let the kids play chess and
> checkers in the audience as long as when each poet is done they give the
> special snapping fingers clap. It's worked out very well, and this year we
> are going to try it with Caribbean poets specifically. -Erica
>
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From: Pamela Stack <pstack@vlc.lib.mi.us>
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Subject: Re: Labeling AR books (fwd)
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:09:33 CST
Originally I was just going to send to Peggy but thought someone else
might need this info.
HI Peggy,
Do I know what you are going through!! Just to let you know that
different versions of the Accelerated reader have different reading levels
and points. We only have two elementary schools and one middle school
that we label for. To give you an example:The 18th emergency by Betsy
Byars is 4.7 reading level and 4 points at one elementary; at the other
two schools it's 4.1 reading level and 3 points. So unless your schools
are networked so that all tests are the same, I wouldn't recommend
labeling the inside. We do place an accelerated reader label on the
outside and tell our patrons that they have to look on their school list
to see the reading level and points for their school. I do keep a list
for each school by reading level and title in a different color for each
school. Then all a patron has to do is find an accelerated reader book
then they can check to see if they can take a test at their school.
Good
Luck and I hope this helps.
****************************************************************************
Run, run as fast as you can
You can't catch me
I'm the CHILDREN'S LIBRARIAN
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Pamela C. Stack St. Charles District Library
St. Charles, Michigan
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From: "Jennifer Murphy, Head of the Children's Library"
<murphyj@uhls.lib.ny.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Literature rack? Recommendations...
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:09:39 CST
We have found lucite display units to be effective. They come in various
configurations, some for 8 1/2 x 11 papers, some with smaller side
compartments, some tiered, some hold the paper vertically, some
horizontally.... If they weren't from the vendors you mentioned,
they
might
have been from Staples.
Erin Helmrich wrote:
> Dear Collective Brain --
>
> I'm seeking a recommendation for a literature rack (flyers, bookmarks
> etc.) that someone out there LOVES! We'd prefer something table-top
size,
> but if someone has something larger they recommend that's great too.
If
> you've got one to recommend please tell us the price and source - OR maybe
> you just have a great source that we haven't looked (Demco, Highsmith,
> Brodart).
>
> A couple stipulations:
> - we don't want a wire rack because slip around and through the wire.
> - we often have 8 1/2 x 11 paper and want something that won't
"flop"
> over.
> - this will be in the Children's Dept. so something fun or kid-friendly
> would be great - just not something super big.
>
> TIA!
>
> * # @ * # @ * # @ * # @ * # @ * # @
>
> 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: 248.246.3705
> Email: helmrich@tln.org
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From: Terry Zignego <tzignego@wcfls.lib.wi.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: playstation 2 games
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:09:46 CST
Amy Shelley wrote:
> We've just begun circulating Playstation games based on demand. We purc=
hased a CD resurfacing machine to keep our CDs in circulation. We also ci=
rc music CDs, CD ROMs, DVDs and books on CD. We have problems with scratc=
hes and have worked out a fee of $5 for CDs that require resurfacing (the=
process takes about =BD hour) The process works pretty well and patrons =
so far prefer it over having to pay the replacement cost of a CD.
>
> Amelia
> >>> watmail6@mln.lib.ma.us
01/29/02 09:22AM >>>
> Hello-
> Due to patron demand, our library is about to start a Playstation 2
> circulating collection. Would anyone have any words of wisdom to
> share that would help in our endeavor? Do you treat the games the
> same as cd-rom games? Have you had any problems with circulating
> this format?
> Thanks.
>
> Carey Conkey
> Watertown Free Public Library
> Watertown, MA
>
> Amelia J. Shelley
> Manager, Children's/Young Adult Services
> Laramie County Library System
> 2800 Central Avenue
> Cheyenne, WY 82001
> (307)634-3561, ext. 151
> ashelley@larm.lib.wy.us
Dear Amy,
Where did you purchase a CD
resurfacing machine and how much did =
it cost? Books on CD are very popular at our library but they seem to be=
so easily damaged, that we have temporarily stopped buying them.
Thanks=
for your advice.
Terry Zignego
tzignego@wcfls.lib.wi.us
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and a new library planned for Sisters within two years.
Summary: Be innovative member of Districtwide Youth Services team by
promoting library services for young adults. Responsibilities include, but
are not limited to: Regular communication with middle and high schools and
other community agencies in Deschutes County; YA collection development at
all five District branches; and design and promotion of YA library programs.
Need strong knowledge of YA literature and effective written and oral
communication skills. Require MLS or academic coursework equivalents and
four years of increasingly responsible youth services experience, with
library service for teens preferred.
Monthly Salary Range/Benefits: $3,107 - $4,130; Excellent Benefits
package.
Contact: Deschutes Public Library District, 507 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR
97701
(541) 617-7045; FAX: (541) 389-2982; e-mail mariant@dpls.lib.or.us.or
For
more information about our exciting library services and our dynamic
geographical area, check our website at http://www.dpls.lib.or.us/
Deadline: Deschutes Public Library District application and questionnaire
required and accepted until 4:00 p.m., on Monday, February 25, 2002 EOE
Heather McNeil
Youth Services Coordinator
Deschutes Public Library District
601 N. W. Wall St.
Bend, OR 97701
541-617-7099
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From: "Canosa-Albano, Jean" <JCanosa-Albano@spfldlibmus.org>
To: "Spfldyouthlibrarians (E-mail)"
Subject: Ezra Jack Keats mini-grants
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Please forgive any cross-posting.
EZRA JACK KEATS FOUNDATION, INC.
1005 East 4 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Tel: (718) 252-4047 (For more information)
Website: www.ezra-jack-keats.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
2/1/02
CALL FOR GRANT PROPOSALS
EZRA JACK KEATS FOUNDATION CELEBRATES FORTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE
PUBLICATION OF THE SNOWY DAY BY OFFERING FORTY THOUSAND DOLLARS IN
MINIGRANTS FOR PUBLIC LIBRARIES AND PUBLIC SCHOOL LIBRARIES.
The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation has just announced that, in celebration =
of
the fortieth anniversary of the publication of The Snowy Day, $40,000 =
will
be awarded in the Fourteenth Annual Minigrants in December 2002 for
innovative and imaginative programs in public libraries and public =
school
libraries designed to combat illiteracy. Minigrants of $350 are =
available
for such
programs. The deadline for submissions is September 15, 2002.
=93This is a momentous celebration,=94 said Deborah Pope, Executive =
Director of
the Foundation. =93The Snowy Day, when it was published forty years =
ago,
broke the color barrier in mainstream children=92s literature. It =
depicted
African-American Peter enjoying the snow, as does every child. From =
that
point on, the black child appeared more often in mainstream =
literature.=94
Minigrant applicants must be from the United States, and proposed =
projects
must be exclusively sponsored by the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation. =
Programs
that will be considered include storytelling, innovative or noteworthy
workshops, and festivals. Those targeted at parents are also =
considered
worthy. Programs featuring the works of the famed author/illustrator
=
Ezra
Jack Keats will be given special attention. =93We have a long history =
of
minigrant awards totaling $400,000 to libraries and schools in every =
state
of the union, as well as territories,=94 said Ms. Pope. =93Programs =
have been
diverse and outstanding, ranging from writing books to making patchwork
quilts. Some have developed friendships with pen pals in different =
schools
and different ethnic backgrounds. The librarians who initiate these
outstanding programs make a significant
contribution in advancing the fight against illiteracy. We are proud =
to
have provided the grants making their work possible.=94
Applications for proposals may be downloaded from the new Keats =
website:
www.ezra-jack-keats.org, which also
provides information of value to =
the
librarian and the teacher.
Dee Jones, Curator
Phone: 601-266-4349
de Grummond Collection
Fax: 601-266-6269
Box=20
5148
www.lib.usm.edu/~degrum=20
University of Southern Mississippi e-mail: dee.jones@usm.edu
Hattiesburg, MS 39406-5148
Jean Canosa Albano, M.L.I.S.
jcanosa-albano@spfldlibmus.org
=20
Head of Youth and Outreach Services
Springfield Library
220 State Street
Springfield MA 01103
voice: 413-263-6800, ext. 291
fax: 413-263-6825
TTY: 413-263-6835
Springfield is the home of the Dr. Seuss National Memorial! Coming June =
2002
http://www.catinthehat.org
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From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
To: <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: "Defending Intellectual Freedom: Grassroots Organizing 101"
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"Defending Intellectual Freedom: Grassroots Organizing 101"
How to Register
Online: http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oif/ifrtpreconference.html
By mail: Fill out the "attached form" and mail it to us!
Ever wonder what you would do if a major censorship challenge hit your
community? Know a group of people who want to organize? Learn how
from
the experts at this ground-breaking preconference. Featuring
representatives from award-winning Mainstream Loudoun, a former trustee
and activist from the Tin Drum controversy, and experts from the
California and Illinois Library Associations on lobbying and library
challenges, this day-long workshop will inform and prepare anyone
interested in knowing how to effectively oppose censorship.
The ALA 2002 Annual Conference in Atlanta, GA, will be the setting for
the first Intellectual Freedom Round Table preconference: "Defending
Intellectual Freedom: Grassroots Organizing 101."
Check in between 7:00 and 8:45 a.m., and enjoy a Continental Breakfast,
beginning at 7:30 a.m.
When:
Friday, June 14, 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Where:
TBA (headquarters or similar hotel)
How much:
IFRT members $160; Non-IFRT members $195 (A regular membership costs
$10; a student membership cost $1.) You must be an ALA member to join
IFRT--see Membership Information and Services at
http://www.ala.org/membership/, or
call 1-800-545-2433, ext. 4288.
Register:
Now! There will be no onsite registrations, and registrations cannot
be accepted after May 31.
Preconference Schedule
Morning Session
7:00-8:45 a.m.:
Registration & Continental Breakfast (begins at 7:30 a.m.)
9:00-9:15 a.m.:
Introduction of speakers (Dr. Laurence Miller, past IFRT Chair)
9:10-9:30 a.m.:
Opening remarks (Elaine Williamson and associates, Mainstream Loudoun)
9:30-10:15 a.m.:
Legal background: Theresa Chmara, partner, Jenner & Block, lead counsel
in ALA v. United States (the Children's Internet Protection Act case)
After the morning session, the audience will be divided into three
groups. Each group will attend one of the three breakout sessions.
(The breakout speakers and their topics are described below). By the
end of the day, each group will have attended all three sessions.
Breakout speakers:
Mainstream Loudoun Group: "Grassroots organizing A-Z"
Elaine Williamson and associates will present the basics of grassroots
organizing from the perspective of the highly successful group
Mainstream Loudoun. Elaine Williamson and Jeri McGiverin are recipients
of the prestigious Hugh M. Hefner First Amendment Award. Elaine, who is
Mainstream Loudoun's Library Chair, was named a 1999 Defender of
Democracy by People for the American Way. Mainstream Loudoun was
awarded the John Phillip Immroth Memorial Award for 1999; The Robert B.
Downs Intellectual Freedom Award from the faculty of the Graduate School
of Library and Information Science at the University of Illinois,
Urbana-Champaign; and was instrumental in landmark legislation
supporting intellectual freedom in libraries.
Cynthia Pirtle & Sharon Saulmon: "Coping with Challenges"
Cynthia Pirtle is the Director of Library Services for the City of
Moreno Valley, California---past chair of the Intellectual Freedom
Roundtable and currently serving as the IFRT liaison to the Freedom to
Read Foundation Board and also Chair of the Intellectual Freedom
Committee of the California Library Association. Sharon Saulmon is the
Head Librarian of Rose State College, Oklahoma. She has been president
of the Oklahoma Library Association and of ALTA. Among her many honors
are the 1999 American Library Association Trustee Citation and the 1999
Oklahoma Library Association/SIRS Intellectual Freedom Award.
Robert Doyle: "Lobbying the Legislature"
Robert Doyle has been Executive Director of the Illinois Library
Association since 1996. During his tenure, the ILA has successfully
opposed repeated legislative efforts in the Illinois General Assembly to
mandate filters on library computers and to establish statewide
obscenity standards. He has also served as director of the ALA
International Relations Office and worked for a time in the Office for
Intellectual Freedom, doing many successful publications and speaking
engagements.
A continuously replenished "coffee" break will be set in the general
area of the opening and closing sessions, and the breakouts.
Breakouts
10:30-11:15 a.m.
11:30-12:15 a.m.
Before the third breakout session, a sit-down buffet lunch will allow
registrants to absorb what they have learned and enjoy each other's
company.
Sit-down Buffet Lunch
12:30-2:00 p.m.
Afternoon Session
Breakout
2:15-3:00 p.m.
Closing session
Panel/Feedback/Questions
3:15-4:00 p.m.
Intellectual Freedom Round Table -- Preconference Registration Form
*** Registration Limited to 150 -- Register Now ***
Date Submitted:
Name:
Preferred Address:
Preferred Address (Continued) :
City:
State:
Zip Code :
ALA Membership Number:
Phone:
E-mail:
I am an IFRT member (circle one): YES NO
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My special need is (if you need more space, use a separate piece of
paper):
Type of Payment: (circle one) American Express, check, money order,
purchase order, VISA, MC
Check or Credit Card Number:
Expiration Date:
Please complete this form to register for "Defending Intellectual
Freedom: Grassroots Organizing 101."
The preconference is scheduled for Friday, June 14, 2002, from 7:30
a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in Atlanta, Georgia. Fax to 312-280-4227, c/o Don
Wood or mail to Office for Intellectual Freedom, American Library
Association, 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611, Attention: Don
Wood
After you register, you will be receiving a confirmation letter in the
mail. Please be sure to bring this letter with you to the
preconference.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Melora
Ranney, Preconference Coordinator, at melora@prexar.com,
or IFRT Staff
Liaison Don Wood at 800-545-2433, ext. 4225, or dwood@ala.org.
There will be no onsite registrations, and registrations cannot be
accepted after May 31.
THANK YOU FOR REGISTERING FOR IFRT'S FIRST PRECONFERENCE!
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From: "Joanne Trezza" <jmtrezza@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper- boy chasing pigs.
Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:37:00 CST
I have a patron who remembers a book from about 15 years ago about a
boy who chases after pigs that have escaped from the pen. His
mother
gives him a quarter if he catches them and brings them back. It was
either a picture book or an easy reader because she remembers that
it was when her son was beginning to read. Does anyone remember
anything like this?
--
Joanne Trezza
Youth Services Librarian
Half Hollow Hills Community Library
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From: theresa robinett <theresart@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Stumper
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Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 10:37:08 CST
A patron remembers a book from the early 70s. The
story was about a goose and a chicken who married and
their offspring was called "chirkendoose" (?). They
have searched under the titles; Who Am I? and also
What am I?--but they are not the right ones. Anyone
remember this one?
Theresa Robinett
Glendale Public Library
Children's Room
Glendale, Ca
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From: Jennifer Craig <jcraig@mcls.rochester.lib.ny.us>
To: "'PUBYAC@prairienet.org'"
<PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper -- Secret code
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A patron is looking for a book that she read at least 15 years ago. The
story involved 3 kids (2 boys and a girl who were related somehow) who were
staying with their grandfather. In a chimney or an attic the kids find a
secret code. The patron thought that maybe the word "Key" was in
the title
and she remembers that at some point the kids were roasting maize over a
fire. That is all I have. I am hoping that this sounds familiar to
someone. Thank you for your help.
Jennifer Craig
Children's Center
Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County
jcraig@mcls.rochester.lib.ny.us
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