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From: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children"
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To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Sent: Thursday, November 21, 2002 11:01 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 928
PUBYAC Digest 928
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) Re: Vote for Barbie! (fwd)
by JoAnne Dearin <dearin@noblenet.org>
2) Starting a Chess Club: Advice Needed1
by Minero@aol.com
3) RE: Latest librarian commercial
by Laura Reed <laurar@picnet.org>
4) RE: Latest librarian commercial
by "Megan Vanderhart" <VanDerME@ri.lincon.org>
5) Craft ideas
by "Kim Villasenor" <newmad@oplin.lib.oh.us>
6) RE: juvenile spoken word cd and cassette budgets
by Tina Cavanough <tcavanough@astc.nt.gov.au>
7) Re:
by Toni Reese <treese@monarch.papillion.ne.us>
8) Seeking Storytime Program & Planning Website Suggestions:
by "sharon cerasoli" <sharoncerasoli@hotmail.com>
9) toddler's program
by Lorraine Getty <lgetty1969@yahoo.com>
10) After school programs compiled
by Leigh Christianson <LChristianson@sno-isle.org>
11) statistics
by "Jeanne Lohfink" <lohfink@wnpl.alibrary.com>
12) Brooklyn Public Youth Svces Coordinator position reopened.
by "Mary K. Chelton" <mchelton@optonline.net>
13) Re: Mother Goose Time Pathfinder for YOU!-PLEASE provide
by Leigh Lambert <missleighlambert@yahoo.com>
14) RE: juvenile spoken word cd and cassette budgets
by CKehoe@bettendorf.lib.ia.us
15) Great storytime workshop
by Theresa Hadley <thadley@wcls.org>
16) Re: Cookie Theme program for ages 5-9- Need Suggestions
by Sheila Reid-Pickering <reid@sepl.lib.ok.us>
17) Surgery books
by "Michele Farley" <mfarley@brownsburg.lib.in.us>
18) FW: block booking in Connecticut
by "Lynne Perrigo" <Lperrigo@westport.lib.ct.us>
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From: JoAnne Dearin <dearin@noblenet.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Vote for Barbie! (fwd)
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Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:18:49 CST
agree - short hair is too much work - prefer the long hair also.
On Wed, 20 Nov 2002, Susan Wizinsky wrote:
>
> Short hair?? In my experience, short hair has never been all that simple.
--
JoAnne Dearin, Children's Librarian
Peabody Institute Library, Danvers Massachusetts
dearin@noblenet.org
North of Boston Library Exchange
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From: Minero@aol.com
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Starting a Chess Club: Advice Needed1
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Good Evening,
I, a non-chess player, have had a parent request I begin offering a chess
club at our library. Can anyone post offering tips, advice, or even just a
list of what is involved...for instance, must I offer multiple chess sets,
or
do the members bring their own? What happens if odd numbers of kids show
up?
And so on...any advice will be greatly appreciated.
If possible, could you email me directly at maggiebollar@aol.com?
Thanks SO much,
Maggie Bollar
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From: Laura Reed <laurar@picnet.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Latest librarian commercial
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:19:04 CST
I have tried to bite my tongue and not replay to this issue....but how can
we consider Barbie to be a "positive" role model? What she
embodies/projects
is nothing like me, or what I want to be, or what I would ever encourage
young girls/women to strive for...there is so much more to life than a small
waist and impotent boyfriend. If Barbie librarians start rolling off the
Matel's conveyor belts, and find their way into the hands of children, do
you really think they will be impressed by her intelligence and the drive it
took for her to get a Masters degree? No, they will be interested in getting
her out of the tweed mini-skirt and into a gown with a plunging neckline.
How does this help our profession?
Just my opinion.
Laura Reed
Manager of Children's Services
Pickering Public Library
905-831-6265 ext. 6227
laurar@picnet.org
"Opinions, conclusions and other information expressed in this message may
not be those of the Pickering Public Library."
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From: "Megan Vanderhart" <VanDerME@ri.lincon.org>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Latest librarian commercial
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:19:12 CST
Please bear with me.
I hope Barbie is not our last chance. I have never seen her as a personal
role model, nor would I want her to be an image for my own daughters to
emulate. Perhaps I am the only one who feels this way, but I don't think
so. I have not voted for Barbie to be a librarian, because I would really
personally rather be the "positive role model" recognized by a child.
This is purely my own opinion, not of the library.
Sincerely,
Megan E. VanderHart
Rock Island Public Library
Megan E. VanderHart
Children's Room/Homeschool Resource Center
Rock Island Public Library
401 19th St.
Rock Island, IL 61201
(309)732-7304
VanderME@ri.lincon.org
www.rbls.lib.il.us/rip/crhome.html
>>> swizinsk@gfn.org 11/20/02
09:04PM >>>
Do you think Barbie is our last chance for a postive role model????
Susan E. Wizinsky, M.S.L.S.
Children's Librarian
Genesee District Library
Grand Blanc-McFarlen Branch
515 Perry Road
Grand Blanc, Michigan 48439
810-694-5310
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From: "Kim Villasenor" <newmad@oplin.lib.oh.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Craft ideas
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This website may have been mentioned before but it is worth mentioning
again -- www.thebestkidsbooksite.com.
It has booklists, crafts, etc.
Kim Villasenor
Head of Circulation
New Madison Public Library
PO Box 32
142 S. Main St.
New Madison OH 45346
937-996-1741
937-996-1473 (fax)
www.new-madison.lib.oh.us <http://www.new-madison.lib.oh.us>
(website)
newmad@oplin.lib.oh.us <mailto:newmad@oplin.lib.oh.us>
(email)
"Not every child has an equal talent or an equal ability or equal
motivation, but children have the equal right to develop their talent, their
ability, and their motivation." John F. Kennedy
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From: Tina Cavanough <tcavanough@astc.nt.gov.au>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
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Subject: RE: juvenile spoken word cd and cassette budgets
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Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:19:29 CST
Not sure about the US, but here in Australia I'm finding that CDs are in
higher demand due to the fact that most new cars only have cd players and
most of our patrons use them to entertain the kids on long trips. The joy
of living in a remote area, right?
Tina Cavanough
Children's and Youth Services Librarian
Alice Springs Public Library
PO Box 1071
ALICE SPRINGS 0871
Northern Territory
Australia
Ph: 08-8950 0556
Fax: 08-8952 2402
Email: tcavanough@astc.nt.gov.au
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Hi all:
I am fairly new and have to make a decision about our juvenile audio visual
budget. Are you finding that you are beginning to spend more heavily on
spoken word cd's than cassettes?
Thanks,
Christine Montgomery
Byron Branch Library
1295 Commissioners Rd. West
London, ON N6K 1C9
(519) 471-4000
Christine.Montgomery@lpl.london.on.ca
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From: Toni Reese <treese@monarch.papillion.ne.us>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
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Amanda,
Do people in the club buy their own paperback copy of the book being
discussed?
Does the library provide it? How does everybody get their own copy to
read?
Thanks,
Toni
Toni Reese
Youth Services Librarian
Sump Memorial Library
Papillion Nebraska
treese@monarch.papillion.ne.us
"Spargo, Amanda" wrote:
>
> Hello all,
>
> I have been fairly successful running bookclubs for kids since 1999 and
here
> are a few tricks I have used that have always kept them exciting.
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From: "sharon cerasoli" <sharoncerasoli@hotmail.com>
To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians servi" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Seeking Storytime Program & Planning Website Suggestions:
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:19:46 CST
Hello all!
I am seeking web sites and links for preschool and toddler storytime
programming. I had a wonderful selection of sites bookmarked; however,
all of these were deleted when my husband changed our email (upgraded
to MSN 8) and lost everything!
So, I am trying to gather web sites to use for
themes/crafts/songs/finger plays etc for the toddler and preschool ages.
Please email me Off-list. I will be happy to post a compilation to
Pubyac.
Any and all suggestions of web sites are appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
Sharon Cerasoli
Children's Librarian
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From: Lorraine Getty <lgetty1969@yahoo.com>
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Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:19:53 CST
We are considering offering morning toddler progams,
and I'm looking for advice on the best way to schedule
them. I notice that a lot of you conduct programs in
six-week sessions, offered once in the fall and once
in the spring, or something like that. I was thinking
of doing an every-other month thing, basically through
the school year, where we have 4 programs a month
(same day of the week), but that may be more than I
really want to commit to. What I'd like to hear are
your reasons for whatever type of schedule you have -
the pros and cons that I might not be thinking of.
This will be my first experience with this type of
activity.
Please respond to me individually rather than on the
listserv. It's much easier for me to get to
individual messages.
Thanks,
Lorraine Getty
Forsyth Public Library
lgetty1969@yahoo.com
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From: Leigh Christianson <LChristianson@sno-isle.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
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Subject: After school programs compiled
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Thanks again for all who responded to my request for after school craft
programs. What wonderful suggestions! As promised here's the
compiled
responses:
Leigh Christianson
Sno-Isle Regional Library
Monroe, WA.
We do a program called "Crafty Readers" for K-3 that is EXTREMELY
popular. A year ago we had 2 sessions for 15 kids and the demand was
so great that we've grown the program to 3 sessions for 20 kids and
we STILL have a waiting list!
The program is offered once a month, and we have 3 sessions: Tuesday
at 4:15, Tuesday at 6:30 and Wednesday at 4:15. We have a
"theme"
that we try to relate to the season (this month it's "squirrels," in
December it's "Trees," in October it was "Spiders.")
We offer a
snack, including a drink, and the kids eat while we read. We have 2
staff members and they each read a story (usually a long picture
book). Then after the second story, the librarian shows the craft
they will be doing and a little bit about how to do it, and the kids
find a place to work (they sit on the floor while we read). Then
there are two of us to help them with their craft, and the parents
pick up their kids about 45 minutes after the program started.
As to what crafts...we go through craft books like crazy finding
some! Sometimes we find a craft we want to do and choose the theme
based on that. We often "start" the craft so they don't have to
do
as much work and can finish in the 20-30 minutes they have to work on
it. We always do one ahead of time so the kids can see the finished
project before starting, and that gives us an idea of how much work
needs to be done ahead of time.
HTH!
Monica Anderson
Youth Services Librarian
Grace A. Dow Memorial Library
Midland, Michigan
m.anderson@vlc.lib.mi.us <mailto:m.anderson@vlc.lib.mi.us>
Leigh,
I am in charge of Kids Club, our school-age storytime (K-6) at the Hermitage
Branch Library with the Public Library of Nashville/Davidson County
(Tennessee). I hope this helps:
Kids Club is every Thursday at 4 p.m. We start off our program by putting on
our name tags (index cards with holes punched in and some yarn strung
through). I keep the name tags every week and put out extra for newcomers.
Then we introduce ourselves and I ask if anyone has read a book they'd like
to talk about. Then I read some easy picture books all related to a central
theme. We talk about each book (what they liked, the pictures, etc.) Because
the kids are older, I can read some of the longer picture books. Sometimes I
show a video related to our theme. Sometimes I pass out snacks. Then we do a
craft related to our theme. Once the kids finish with their craft, they are
done. This usually lasts one hour.
Just for fun, I sometimes do an all-craft storytime. For example, before
Halloween, we did paper bag costumes. I gave them the choice of three
different costumes made with a large paper grocery bag and they went to
work. For one hour it was nothing but crafts. Be sure to take some pictures
of their work. (And if you don't have the money for film and development,
just use a camera without film -- they never ask to see the pictures and
they feel special that you want a picture.)
I've been in charge of Kids Club since August and have seen my numbers
steadily grow. Last week I had 23. I started with 6.
Good luck!
Amy Wilson
Children's Department
Hermitage Branch Library
3700 James Kay Lane
Hermitage, TN 37076
(615)880-3951
amy.wilson@nashville.gov
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Dear Leigh,
Last year we started a B.R.A.T. Club (Books Reading Activities Treats). We
wanted something that would attract attention and thought this was a little
edgy. We decided to read Junie B. Jones since she might be considered by
some to be a brat. The program is held afterschool for one hour, one
day/week. We read a 2 or 3 chapters each week (we divided the book by the
number of weeks to determine the number of chapters read), did an activity
that relates to the book, and had snacks. We billed it as an exclusive
club
with membership cards. We had about 40 children come each week for the
month. Each child was given a folder with pockets, a pencil, a bookmark,
etc. We used Junie B. First Grader (at Last) as our first book. The
folders had paper inserted for a journal ( one activity that related to the
book). The children wrote questions for Barbara Park in their journal. We
sent the questions to her and got a reply (not to the specific questions but
the children were thrilled anyway). Our snack the first week was chocolate
cake because that is Junie's favorite according to one book. Each week we
did a different activity and snack. At the end of the program we did a
survey of what the children wanted to read next - another Junie B.; Ramona;
or Magic Tree House. Magic Tree House was selected and we just completed
that program. We do some recapping at the beginning of each session for
children who have missed. We aimed our crafts at K-2nd grade but allowed
any age to join the club. We had preschooler - 5th grade believe it or
not.
Parents helped the younger children and the older ones didn't seem to mind
the variety of age levels. You might want to restrict by age level,
however.
We also did a program where we read Harry Potter books aloud. That of course
involved a great deal more reading. The younger chapter books are easier
because they move faster and keep the children's interest.
If you would like any more information feel free to contact me.
Sandra Gillard, Children's Librarian
Richmond Memorial Library
19 Ross Street
Batavia, NY 14020
585-343-9550
sgill@nioga.org
I work in a library in which I am the only children's services person,
but I do occasionally do the type of program you describe, for older
kids. The one I did most recently was a program which featured short
readings from The Hobbit. The readings were followed by a craft
involving making paper dragon puppets. In addition, we had light
refreshments, a door prize drawing for three copies of The Hobbit in
which winners had to guess the number of rings in the jar, and display
of a "ring hologram" which I brought from home. Children were
encouraged to come dressed as hobbits, elves, dwarves, etc., but nobody
did. I don't recommend having the kids do the craft while you read;
their attention doesn't need to be divided, particularly if you're
trying to put the book over so they'll want to read the whole work. I
have also done a similar Chronicles of Narnia program with short
readings from some of the books, lion crafts, refreshments, and free
copies of the first book in the series. This generally makes for a good
program which the kids always seem to enjoy, at least so far. I
recommend books that are well known, popular with both boys and girls if
possible. (Naturally I've done Harry Potter programs, several times.)
Hope this is of some help to you. Lesley Potts
--
Lesley Potts
Children's Librarian
Williamson County Public Library
611 West Main Street
Franklin, TN 37064
615-595-1244
lpotts@lib.williamson-tn.org
Leigh,
I started an "afterschool club" in our branch in March -- which has
now
spread to other branches!
Below are e-mails between myself and a children's associate in charge of
their afterschool program in another of our branches (She's also on this
mailing list and may send you additional info!) Let me know what all I can
clarify -- I LOVE my Thursday afternoons!
:) Larissa
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We usually start off with a snack, as a gathering activity --so we can meet
new kids, make nametags (that we wear & leave at the library each week), and
let latecomers arrive before we start the games and crafty stuff.
Sometimes
I just talk and get them to talk about their know-how on a subject. Other
times I read a story to them-- sometimes not on our topic, just because I
like to share with them "new books" and get their opinions on them
(thumbs
up, or thumbs down).
Games are also a weekly event with these kids. CG taught me a game,
"Do You
Want to Do Something Funny" that they LOVE! It uses their imagination
to be
original in 1) coming up with something funny for the group to do, and 2)
finding ways different than the rest of the group to do that "something
funny." We also have other games, go outside on occasion --this
summer we
had HUGE events in place of our regular time (Summer Reading-- yee haw!),
it's great! I love it!
Keep it comin'!
:) Larissa
-----Original Message-----
From: Wilson, Amy (Library)
Sent: Monday, September 16, 2002 4:31 PM
To: Teachworth, Larissa (Library)
Subject: school-age storytime
To the divine Miss L:
The school-age storytime at Hermitage Branch is called Kids
Club. We meet every Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Story Room.
I start off the program with asking everyone to say their
names. I try to remember them, but I'm not very good at it. Then I ask if
anyone has read a book they'd like to share -- and some of them do. Then I
ask a few questions related to the theme I've picked out and start reading
stories. I usually read three or four books, depending on their interest or
how long the video or craft might take. Once I'm done with the stories, I
pass out our snack -- usually cookies and water. I only serve water because
I don't want anything to stain the carpet. I've explained this and they are
okay with it. While they are snacking, I start the video -- usually a
booking video from MN-AV. After the video, we have clean-up and then do a
craft related to our theme. When they are finished with the craft, they are
welcome to leave.
For example, last week we did the five senses. I started off
by asking the children how they behave when they are at their grandmother's
house and when they were done, I read "Too Quiet for These Old Bones."
Then
I asked the kids if they knew their five senses (they did) and then I said
we were going to do a play -- "Hattie and the Fox." I had previously
made
signs with "Hattie the Hen, Fox, Sheep, Horse, Cow, and Pig" with
construction paper and yarn. The kids volunteered to be in the play and I
was Hattie. Some kids didn't want to be in the play, but I told them they
had the most important roll, which was the audience. The play was a big
success. (I usually read more, but I knew the snack and craft would be time
consuming.) After that, we continued to talk about the five senses while we
popped microwave popcorn in the kitchenette area. (I brought back the
microwave from the breakroom.) Everyone got a bowl of popcorn and a cup of
water and sat back down. I then showed the booking video "Arthur's
Eyes" by
Marc Brown. After the video, we had a 10-second clean up and then started
our craft. I made coloring sheets with four flowers, gave them all a pack of
crayons and a large picture book as a lap desk. When they were done
coloring, they brought me their picture and I gave them each four cotton
balls which were scented with a perfume and they glued on the cotton balls
to the flowers. I also had unscented cotton balls for those who didn't like
the smell of the perfume.
I usually average 14 to 17 people a week. I have three kids
who are regulars -- all girls. They want me to change the name to Girls
Club. My kids are usually K-2, like you. One is homeschooled, a few are from
Wilson County and the rest go to area public schools. Every week I say,
"Tell a friend about Kids Club or better yet, bring a friend with
you."
I'm a planner and have the Kids Club programs planned
through Thanksgiving. So far our themes have been: Community Helpers, Moms,
Cats, Dogs, and Senses. Future themes are: Names, Baths, Big and Gray,
Halloween, Caldecott, and Harry Potter. I'll also be doing some special
programs which are craft intensive and I will not read any books, but I
think I will put some out for them to look at and check out. Some of the
special programs are Creative Book Covers, Denim and Diamonds, and Paper Bag
Costumes. When I was told that I would be doing the school-age storytime I
wasn't very thrilled, but now that I've been doing this for the past four
weeks, I've decided this is the best. No singing, no fingerplays that I can
never remember. Just talk, read, eat and craft.
I'm really glad you mentioned the Mad Libs. I think that is
a good idea and as soon as I can find some at the bookstore, I'll buy them
and use them. I have found a couple on-line and one I'm going to send to you
through library mail that will be good to save for next summer's reading
program.
Until next time,
Amy
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Larissa Teachworth
Children's Librarian I
Green Hills Branch - Nashville Public Library
I am currently doing just this type of program. It is an hour long, every
Tuesday, and is extremely popular. There are 10 girls who come regularly,
and 2 boys. Their ages range from 10-13. They bring their friends regularly,
and many ask to join - I am trying to keep the group small!
Each week, I read for 40-45 minutes and then we do a craft, play games, tell
continued stories (they love doing that), or listen to guest speakers. I
ALWAYS have food and it is the first thing they do when they come in!
We are currently reading Number the Stars, by Lois Lowry. Before that I read
Paulsen's Hatchet and Philip Pullman's Clockwork. Hatchet took 5 sessions to
finish, and everyone was so glad that it was over that I decided to never
pick a book that long again (although I would LOVE to read LOTR to them!). I
am now trying to pick books of between 100-150 pages that will take only 3-4
sessions tops. Clockwork took only two.
The best purchase I have made for the program is body pillows. I have made
durable denim cases for them, so they get thrown about and sat on with no
worries. The kids fight over them, but always end up sharing. The pillows
cost $9.00 at Wal-Mart.
If you have any other questions, let me know.
Robyn E. Windon
Intermediate/Teen Librarian
Mogadore Branch
Akron Summit-County Public Library
144 S. Cleveland Ave
Mogadore OH 44260
330-628-9228
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From: "Jeanne Lohfink" <lohfink@wnpl.alibrary.com>
To: "PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults & Children"
Subject: statistics
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Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:20:11 CST
This message was also sent to PUBLIB-L. Sorry for the cross-posting
Here at Warren-Newport Public Library, we are currently undertaking a =
reorganization which includes combining adult and youth services staff =
members into a larger, 'Reference' department. Along with this =
restructuring, we are also considering revamping our tracking of =
statistics at each reference service desk. We're currently tracking =
statistics under the following categories: information; reference; title =
and computer assistance, with indicators for in-person vs. telephone =
stats. The stats are organized on a daily sheet at each desk, with =
breakdowns per hour, per category---these stats are then compiled into =
monthly reports.
Our goal in revamping our statistics collection is to incorporate stats =
for just-in-time training (and perhaps other categories) that relate to =
our long-range plan, as well as create a system that is not overly =
cumbersome for staff. We're not necessarily looking to 'reinvent the =
wheel,' but would be interested in insights that could aid in our =
planning. We have already reviewed NSLS 'Fast Facts' archives as well as =
archives for PUBLIB-L.
Our library would appreciate your help in answering the following =
questions:
1) Has your public libraries recently merged departments relative to =
reference or reader's advisory services, and have your statistical =
tracking methods changed? How?
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2) If so, would it be possible to receive a sample of any worksheets =
and/or procedures?
Thank you in advance for your help and your time.
Jeann=E9 Lohfink
School Services Librarian
Warren-Newport Public Library
224 N. O'Plaine Road
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847)244-5150 ext. 3003
fax (847)244-3039
http://www.wnpl.info
lohfink@wnpl.info
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From: "Mary K. Chelton" <mchelton@optonline.net>
To: GLISNET <glisnet@qc.edu>, YALSA-L
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Subject: Brooklyn Public Youth Svces Coordinator position reopened.
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BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH SERVICES
BPL seeks a Director of Youth Services to lead the new Department of Youth
Services and to be a part of its Executive Management Team. This new
department and leader will meet the challenges of the Library's Strategic
Plan and create an ambitious course for services to youth-in the Library,
the Borough, and New York City through innovation and key partnerships.
Brooklyn Public Library (BPL), the fifth largest library system in the
nation, is central to the quality of life in the borough of Brooklyn. BPL
serves a culturally, ethnically and economically diverse population of 2.5
million people through a network of 58 branches, a Central Library and
Business Library.
The borough of Brooklyn is a culturally rich community with world class
institutions. BPL is an important partner in providing cultural and
educational resources to all Brooklynites.
The successful candidate is an outspoken advocate and respected leader in
community services to families and youth; will create a strong vision of
strategic programs and services with key partners; an adept and experienced
manager capable of shaping the new Department of Youth Services and
expanding funding opportunities to provide service to Brooklyn's 650,000
youth under the age of 18. The successful candidate is an educator capable
of delivering services to youth and families, which support their personal
learning goals as well as their schooling.
The Director will report to the Deputy Director of Public Service and will
consolidate, reconfigure and manage a team of senior managers and program
specialists providing services to youth.
Qualifications: Masters in Library Science (ALA Accredited); preferred
second degree in education or related youth development field; five years of
management experience including public library experience; demonstrated
ability to lead a departmental team or unit; excellent communication skills,
technology proficiency, and budget management expertise .
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent fringe
benefits. Submit a cover letter and resume to: Brooklyn Public Library,
Staffing & Recruitment Division/Human Resources Dept., Grand Army Plaza,
Brooklyn, NY 11238. Fax: 718-230-6743 EOE. Applications
accepted until
position is filled.
Visit us online at http://www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/
http://www.bplinfozone.org/default.htm
http://www.bplkidzone.org/
http://www.brooklynexpedition.org/
<<Director Youth Services 10 02 ad.doc>>
Barbara A. Genco
Director of Collection Development
Brooklyn Public Library
Grand Army Plaza
Brooklyn, New York 11238
[718] 230-2138
mailto:b.genco@brooklynpubliclibrary.org
President, Association for Library Service to Children
A Division of the American Library Association
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From: Leigh Lambert <missleighlambert@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Mother Goose Time Pathfinder for YOU!-PLEASE provide
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Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:20:27 CST
Thanks Cindy,
The stuff I need to add is (pretty much) required for
the course--including annotations--though if I can
prove that users see such as bulky, then I may have a
case for keeping things a bit more simple.
Again in thanks,
Leigh
--- Cindy Rider <CRIDER@vigo.lib.in.us>
wrote:
> I think you've done a great job! Very thorough and
> easy to navigate. You have located some excellent
> resources. I think your plans to add more details
> and stuff is pretty ambitious. I think adding the
> scope note is plenty.
>
>
>
> Cindy Rider
> Young Peoples School Liaison Program Librarian
> Vigo Co. Public Library
> Terre Haute, IN
> crider@vigo.lib.in.us
> http://www.vigo.lib.in.us/yp/yp.html
>
> "If we didn't have libraries, many people thirsty
> for knowledge would
> dehydrate."
> - Megan Jo Tetrick, age 12, Daleville, Indiana
>
> The Vigo County Public Library is "easy to find.
> It's the million-story
> building at Seventh and Poplar streets." (Lori
> Henson in her "Briefcases"
> column, Terre Haute Tribune-Star, 10/8/02)
>
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From: CKehoe@bettendorf.lib.ia.us
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: RE: juvenile spoken word cd and cassette budgets
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Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:20:36 CST
I am in this same situation, but I also am wondering about children's music.
How does everyone feel about that as well?
Ckehoe@bettendorf.lib.ia.us
<mailto:Ckehoe@bettendorf.lib.ia.us>
-----Original Message-----
From: Christine Montgomery
[SMTP:christine.montgomery@lpl.london.on.ca]
Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2002 9:08 PM
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: juvenile spoken word cd and cassette budgets
Hi all:
I am fairly new and have to make a decision about our juvenile audio
visual budget. Are you finding that you are beginning to spend more
heavily
on spoken word cd's than cassettes?
Thanks,
Christine Montgomery
Byron Branch Library
1295 Commissioners Rd. West
London, ON N6K 1C9
(519) 471-4000
Christine.Montgomery@lpl.london.on.ca
"In early days, I tried not to give librarians
any trouble, which was where I made my
primary mistake. Librarians like to be given trouble;
they exist for it, they are geared to it. For the location
of a mislaid volume, an uncatalogued item, your good librarian
has a ferret's nose. Give her a scent and she jumps the leash,
her eye bright with battle."
Catherine Drinker Bowen
(1897-1973)
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From: Theresa Hadley <thadley@wcls.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Great storytime workshop
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Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:20:44 CST
Hi all,
I just wanted to let everyone know about a fabulous duo who just
presented a great storytime workshop, called Propshop!, for our state
(WA) library association.
Gail Benton and Trisha Waichulaitis live and work in Mesa, AZ, but they
came out to Seattle for a full day (10-3) workshop. They also do
shorter programs. They recently presented at the PLA conference in
Phoenix. All who attended our workshop were very impressed by their
enthusiasm, energy, and great ideas. They taught us songs, performed
flannel stories, puppet shows, and generally entertained us all. We
came away really looking forward to implementing some of their ideas at
our storytimes.
For more information, and to see a picture of the presenters you can
visit http://www.wla.org/cayas/ and
click on the propshop link. Gail
and Trisha can be reached at pwaichulaitis@msn.com
.
They were so good, I thought you would all want to know about them!
--
Theresa Hadley
Youth Services Librarian
Whatcom County Library System
5205 Northwest Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 384-3150, (360) 384-4947 (fax)
thadley@wcls.org
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From: Sheila Reid-Pickering <reid@sepl.lib.ok.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Cookie Theme program for ages 5-9- Need Suggestions
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Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:20:52 CST
The Best Kids Book Site, http://www.thebestkidsbooksite.com/storytimes.htm,
has a few ideas listed under the Christmas, Cooking, & Food catergories. I
have used many the activities from this site and my kids have always enjoyed
them.
Sheila
----- Original Message -----
From: "Tanya DiMaggio" <tanya@mail.sttammany.lib.la.us>
To: "PUBYAC" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Sent: Wednesday, November 20, 2002 9:08 PM
Subject: Cookie Theme program for ages 5-9- Need Suggestions
>
> We are planning an afternoon program for ages 5-9 with a cookie theme to
> celebrate the holidays. Of course we are going to read "If you give a
> mouse a cookie" and "The Gingerbread Boy." I have a few
other books too
> (including a gorgeous pop up book, "Cookie Count: A Tasty Pop-Up
".) I
> would welcome suggestions on other books, stories, participation
> stories, activities, etc for this program. For cookie decorating we are
> going to put frosting on graham crackers and using Ellison die cut outs
> (not the shape itself, but the outline that remains) as masks we will
> sprinkle colored sugar onto the frosting. I may also make a gingerbread
> house and let the kids help me decorate it. However, if you have an
> easy, cheap, adorable and not too messy craft or cookie decorating idea
> to use with 5-9 year olds, I would appreciate all suggestions. Please
> respond to me directly. Thank you.
>
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From: "Michele Farley" <mfarley@brownsburg.lib.in.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Surgery books
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:38:58 CST
Hello all,
I have a patron whose husband is going to have major back surgery in a
few weeks and their 11 year old son is terrified that the father will
die. I have been unsuccessful in finding books about parents having
surgery and fear of death for this age group. I have found one title
about a grandfather who had a heart attack and that is about the closest
I can come up with. I have also tried Best Books for Children and The
Bookfinder, to no avail. Any suggestions?? Please email me off list
at
mfarley@brownsburg.lib.in.us
TIA,
Michele
"Breed a Deerhound with a terrier, you get a Derriere. True to the
end!" ~ Good Dog
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From: "Lynne Perrigo" <Lperrigo@westport.lib.ct.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: FW: block booking in Connecticut
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2002 15:39:05 CST
Hi Folks-
Just to clarify about Justin Roberts (see the original message below)
you REALLY should book him through Sheila or Janis at SCLC. If you book
through him directly you won't get the SCLC discount. My apologies to
Sheila and Janis for posting that bit of misinformation!
Lynne Perrigo
Children's Librarian
Westport Library
Arnold Bernhard Plaza
Westport, CT 06880
phone: 203-291-4810
voice mail: 203-291-4812
email: lperrigo@westport.lib.ct.us
website: http://www.westportlibrary.org/children/index.html
Dear Yaccers and Mooners-
We are hoping to have Justin Roberts perform here at Westport Library
for our summer reading kickoff on June 14 at 2:30pm. He is looking for
other bookings in the area around the same time to make the trip worth
his while. He does musical shows for all ages and his "Yellow
Bus"
recording won a 2001 Parents' Choice Gold Award. If you would like more
information about him, check him out at the Hear Diagonally website at
http://www.heardiagonally.com/roberts/
or see page 231 of the 2003-2003
Public Programming Catalog from the Southern Connecticut Library
Council. His prices in the catalog range from $350 to $600. For
booking, contact him at 773-325-9259 (DON'T DO THIS!! CONTACT SCLC
INSTEAD! See updated information above.)
Westport Children's Librarians
Westport Public Library
Arnold Bernhard Plaza
Westport, CT 06880
Telephone: (203) 291-4810
mailto:wkip@westport.lib.ct.us mailto:wkip@westport.lib.ct.us
Homepage: Children's Library: Westport Kids Information Place
http://www.westportlibrary.org/children/index.html
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