The next Target meeting will be May 31 from 1-4 in Hartington. Our discussion topics will be Facebook strategies and passive programming. Please either register on the calendar or send Sarah and email if you plan on attending.
Applications are now open for this year’s Leadership Institute. It will be held August 5-9 at the St. Benedict Retreat Center in Schuyler.
For more detailed information, see the flyer below:
NLLI-flyer-2013
If you would like to apply, please contact Sarah at nelsdirector@gmail.com to get a copy of the application form.
Kyle Wiseman will be offering an opportunity for you to view a tour of the Freegal site and ask questions about the service on Thursday, May 2nd, at 11:00 AM (Central Time). You need not register for the 45-minute webinar.
Please follow the instructions below to join:
http://libraryideas.omnovia.com/freegalmusic
Email: please enter a valid email address
Password: freegalrocks
The webinar will be recorded to view at a later time if you cannot attend the live session.
The office has three new books.
Transforming Our Image, Building Our Brand by Valerie J. Gross. This book focuses on the way we market libraries and how to dispel some of the misconceptions about libraries. It’s broken down into two sections – “The What and the Why” and “Implementation – The How”. The chapter on strategic planning could be a great resource for the new accreditation standards that will be released soon.
Librarian’s Guide to Passive Programming: Easy and Affordable Activities for All Ages by Emily T. Wichman. This book explains how to use passive programming as an inexpensive way to showcase library services for multiple different age groups. Broad ideas include writing, exchanges, and get creative. Each programming idea includes information on needed supplies, how to make it happen, and evaluation.
Crash Course in Library Services for Seniors by Anne Robers and Stephanie G. Bauman. Many libraries have sections or areas specifically for children or teens, so why not do the same for Baby Boomers and senior citizens? Get ideas for how to meet the needs of these groups through innovative services and programming.
Call Shelia at the office 402-564-1586 or email nelibrarysystem@gmail.com to request any of the books.
A new dvd has arrived at the office. The dvd is “Personnel Policy” and is presented by Susan Sapp..
This will be a great help in assisting with the upcoming changes in the new accreditation process that will be coming from the Library Commission.
Call Shelia at the office 402-564-1586 or email nelibrarysystem@gmail.com to request the dvd.
As always you can watch this with your board and submit a form to get CE hours as well.
Central Community College is offering three Library and Information Science classes this summer: Foundations of Library and Information Services, Reference Resources and Services, and Library and Information Services Capstone Practicum.
Check out the flyer below for more information about each of the classes
Don’t forget to sign up for the upcoming Target Meeting in Tilden on February 21, 2013.
You can register by going to http://libraries.ne.gov/nels/calendar
2013 Summer Reading Program
This years Summer Reading Program will be held on Tuesday March 12th from 10:00 – 3:00p.m at Dusters Restaurant 2804 13th St. Columbus, NE. The Cost will be $20.00 per person and 4CE credits will be given for the days attendance. This years program will feature “Dig into Reading” Craft and Program Ideas from Jody Crocker, Pre K through YA Summer Reading Booktalks from Sally Snyder and “Dig Deep:Discover” Program by Mad Science of Iowa Plus. Registration must be received by Thursday, March 7th.
You can register by going to the calendar page on this website and filling out and submitting the form.
Save the Date! Tuesday March 12th, 2013
“Dig into Reading” 2013 Summer Reading Progam
will be held at Dusters in Columbus, NE
More information to follow..
The 18th Annual Norfolk Public Library Literature Festival is next Saturday, July 28th! Don’t miss this opportunity to see nationally acclaimed authors Lisa Wheeler, Sharon Draper and April Henry. Public Librarians can earn 5 CE hours and current SCYP members can attend for FREE!