Friday, February 13, 2004

Friday Notes 2.  An on-line resource for NEILSA Librarians DEADLINES & DATES:     County Meetings Scheduled: If your county meeting date is not on the schedule please contact Ken at NEILSA      Allamakee County Meeting -      Black Hawk County Meeting - When called - seldom      Bremer County Meeting - April 20, 2004 at 7:30 in Tripoli (?)      Buchanan County Meeting - April 19, 7:00 Jesup PL      Butler County Meeting  - April 6, 2004 at 7:00 in Aplington      Chickasaw County Meeting -      Clayton County Meeting - Tuesday, April 20, 2004 at 7:00 PM. Volga Community Center                                 (next to the library.)      Delaware County Meeting - May 11, 2004 at 7:00 in Manchester      Dubuque County - DALINC - March 11, 8:30 Loras College (library)      Fayette County Meeting - Maynard PL April 15 & Oelwein PL Oct 15, 2004      Grundy County Meeting -      Howard County Meeting   - Riceville 7:00 April 6th 2004 (I think)     Winneshiek County Meeting - November 4, 2004 @ 7:00 in Fort A NEXT weeks meetings Your Sponsor reminds County Associations THAT: One & Two hour CE is available upon prior request from the NEILSA staff person in attendance, just call. NOTE: Tentative staff assignment KD = Ken (Consultant), ER = Eunice (Administrator) ANNOUNCEMENTS: New Grant xx GRANTS: Libraries for the Future, with the support of MetLife Foundation, is sponsoring a national book and film discussion series for teenagers and families, especially immigrant-Americans, that will take place in public libraries.  There are grants that will be listed for the last time in this "Notes". Handouts for the Book Talking Workshop on Feb. 18, have been e-mailed, anyone who's registered that did not receive them should contact us. Northeast has Niagara Falls All Over Again available for checkout for some months. The large type & cassette may be available. If you would like to have these please e-mail Denise and let her know: luppen@neilsa.org. EDITORIAL: On the State Library Web Site at  http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/continuing-ed/competencies.pdf is a list of the things the local librarian/library staff should be "competent" at. Today I was talking to one of the NEILSA librarians about a concern that could easily have a state wide impact, our call was interrupted by a second phone, I waited while the librarian explained to a citizen that the low water pressure was due to a valve in the water tower.  This same librarian will:     help a child find a book,     help a senior with a large type book,     help a K-12 kid with an assignment and a     help business person. with a reference question  all in a days work.  Now I have spent some time in that competencies list and I really do not think the terms watertank, water tower or "low water pressure" are anywhere in the list, even by implication. I am constantly amazed by the service that the local librarian is called upon to provide and that YOU provide without even thinking it to be way above and beyond. MONDAY MORNING EYE OPENER [from NWILS] Today in Eye-Opener: 1) Summer Library Program Workshops--and Dicey Weather 2) ICN Booktalking Workshop 3) Let There Be Light!--a Cautionary Tale 4) NWILS Board Meeting 5) NWILS Holiday Closing 1) Summer Library Program Workshops--And Dicey Weather: The Summer Library workshops are scheduled to take place today, Monday, February 9th at Everly Community Center and Tuesday, February 10th @ Arthur Library & Community Center. Registration is at 8:30. The program runs from 9:00--1:00. Morning coffee and goodies are planned. This year's theme is "Discover New Trails @ Your Library." No doubt you'll be able to discover a connection to the Lewis & Clark Bicentennial:-) This year's presenters are Cathy Shaw from Edgewood Public Library and Missy Mayfield-Cook from Winthrop Public Library. The program is worth 4 c.e. credits. Wondering about dicey weather? Well, the organizers are too:-( There's an inclement weather policy in place for the SLP workshops. Mary Cameron from the State Library will be traveling with the road crew. In case of bad weather, Mary will cancel the workshop by 7:00AM the morning of the workshop. We're glad to report that this morning's workshop is being held. Bonnie's attending at Everly. Tomorrow, Janie will attend at Arthur. But in case of bad weather, Mary Cameron will contact Janie and we'll begin calling workshop participants--a classic example of why registration forms ask for home phone numbers:-) In the event of cancellation, workshop organizers will hold a "make-up" ICN session. The State Library's grant will pay for several ICN locations around the region where the program was cancelled; individuals may schedule additional ICN locations at their own expense. FYI...last week a session was cancelled. With this said, let's all hope for good travel weather! And just a reminder...when setting out, please remember to bring your Summer Library Programming manual with you. 2) ICN Booktalking Workshop: "Booktalking the Best in Children's and YA Literature" will be held on February 18, 2004 at ICN Sites at Hawarden, Spencer, and Sac City Public Libraries. Plus at East High School in Sioux City. We expect to add an additional site at the Orange City Public Library, but it has not yet been confirmed. Time of the presentation is 8:30AM—12:00PM. Instructors are Paula Brandt, Barbara Stein, Victoria Walton, and Joel Shoemaker, media specialists at Iowa City schools. They'll share some of the best—and a few of the worst—books for preschool through young adult published in 2003. 8:30AM ­ Books for Grades Pre-K through 3 with Paula Brandt 9:40AM ­ Books for Grades 4-6 with Barbara Stein & Victoria Walton 11:00AM ­ Books for Grades 7-12 with Joel Shoemaker Who should attend? Youth services staff in public libraries and school library media specialists. Cost is $10.00. Please send your check along with your registration form, as there are no on-site registration arrangements in ICN rooms. Students receive 3 C.E. credits. You can register by going to: http://www.nwils.lib.ia.us/class.html and printing out the registration form. Please note: advanced registration is required to receive the handouts via e-mail. Please register by February 12th so you receive your handouts. This workshop is co-sponsored by AEAs 1,2,6,7,9,10,11,13,15. And by Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, Southeast, and Northwest LSAs 3) Let There Be Light!--a Cautionary Tale: This e-mail from the director of the Ionia Community Library bears repeating. "This is especially for the smaller libraries who do not have a maintenance person to look after emergency lights. (One) night at 7:40 PM without warning the electricity went off in a 3 county area, including Ionia. I was at my desk, no one was here--too cold, but I was in total black instantly. Not one snatch of any light... I did know that I had an emergency flashlight on the top of our file cabinet next to the desk area so I was able to find it and turn it on. This is the first time something like this has happened during the winter. In the summer if it gets stormy, we plan for the lights to go off--this was different, but thankfully I was prepared. Are you? "We do have emergency "Exit" lights over our exits but for some reason they did not go on...(I)t is our understanding that those lights operate on a battery back-up, ours did not. I do remember being (at a country club event where) the lights went out and their back-up supply worked for about 3 minutes. Apparently these should be checked just like the fire extinguishers. "I suggest you invest in some good flashlights and have them placed where they can be found by you and staff in case of an emergency." 4) NWILS Board Meeting: Local data clipped Christine Rutherford Reference & Internet Services             New LINKS of interest: The January/February issue of the Regional Rag, Southeastern Library Services' newsletter, is now available on line at http://www.sls.lib.ia.us Ever wonder how they got the USS Cole home for repair? http://www.pianoladynancy.com/recovery_usscole.htm More MyDoom Worms Seen As Hackers Exploit Seeded Code.  The Internet's fastest-spreading worm, which first appeared two weeks ago, continues to plague Windows users. http://update.internetweek.com/cgi-bin4/DM/y/efH80BdhOP0V30CMzT0AX     CHANGES: None reported     YOU WROTE: Lots but I ran out of time CONSORTIA (1): For Your Information: Web Filtering: Policies, Software, Staff Training and CIPA This workshop is of particular interest to libraries that applied for E-rate Internet discounts. It will help fulfill the requirement to "investigate technology protection measures before July 2004." And to choose a TPM to implement by July 2004. It is also suggested for any library whose state or local government is considering or has passed legislation requiring filtering for some or all of the computers that have open access to the Internet. And any library that is contemplating using Internet filtering software for any reason. Ken suggests that if you or members of your Board are interested in this topic you may find it of interest to also review the information to be found at: http://peacefire.org  especally http://peacefire.org/info/blocking-software-faq.html [filtering Q&A] http://writ.news.findlaw.com/hilden/20030701.html [background/impact] http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1004955 especially: http://www.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=2102 [filtering] http://www.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=2101 [issues] Teleconference: Web Filtering: Policies, Software, Staff Training and CIPA Description: This program is produced by the College of DuPage. It focuses on practical ways that libraries can plan and implement the Children's Internet Protection Act. You will learn: the law as it applies to library policies for staff and users how to evaluate the pros and cons of different filtering software best practices you can incorporate into your staff training. Who Should Attend: Any library that receives federal or E-Rate funds for Internet Service Provider costs directly or through any grant or re-grant program; any library whose state or local government is considering or has passed legislation requiring filtering for some or all of the computers that have open access to the Internet; any library that is contemplating using Internet filtering software for any reason Date: Friday, March 12, 2004 Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central Time Contact Hours: 2 (for public librarians) To request credit, complete a Learning Activity Written Summary Place: ICN sites Instructors: Mary Minow, library law consultant and coauthor of The Library's Legal Answer Book, American Library Association, 2003; Derek Hansen, Ph.D. candidate and research assistant at the University of Michigan's School of Information, a major participant in an evaluation of Internet filters titled "See No Evil: How Internet Filters Affect the Search for Online Health Information". He also has a featured article on WebJunction at http://www.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=2102; Bob Bocher, Technology Consultant, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, Division for Libraries and Technology, is member ALA e-rate Task Force, Wisconsin's E-rate coordinator, and the manager of LSTA technology grants to the state's public libraries. Mary Minow and Bob Bocher have an article on WebJunction at http://www.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=2101 Fee: No charge Online Registration: Please register so the State Library can gauge interest in this program: http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/continuing-ed/regwebfilter03122004.htm Sponsor: Bibliographical Center for Research, College of DuPage, State Library of Iowa Contact: sandy.dixon@lib.state.ia.us CE: Target dates for LIBRARY 101 in 2004 they are: March 31st at Fayette PL June 29th September 30th December 10th ICN sites for Library 101 on Wednesday, March 31, 2004 from: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon NW: Origination site: Remsen OR LeMars NE: Fayette EC: Tipton High School SE: Indian Hills CC in Sigourney OR Sigourney High School NC: ? SW: Mormon Trail Jr-Sr High in Garden Grove (for Humeston) AND Graceland University or Lamoni High School     SPECIAL WORKSHOPS:    None scheduled                     CLASSES in NEILSA: Summer Library Project workshop dates and locations March 18 replaces February 6 for the Summer Library Project that was canceled due to weather - Fayette Public Library,  Feb 19 - Music Man Square - Mason City, Feb 20 - Fort Dodge Public Library TIME: 9:am am - 1:00 pm For more information: http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/continuing-ed/cecat.htm#February New Children's & Young Adult Literature Presented over the ICN 8:30a.m. - 12:00 Noon Wednesday, February 18, 2004 Public Library attendees must register with NEILSA to receive handouts and CE credit. http://neilsa.org/classes/current.html http://neilsa.org/classes/kidsyabooktalk04.pdf for details     OTHER CE: You must register with the listed provider. "Learning Activity Written Summery" may be found at: http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/continuing-ed/online-learningactivitywrittensummary.htm Complete details about re-certification are available at http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/continuing-ed/recertification.html Self-Directed Learning Opportunities: http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/Certification/alternate.htm END PLATE: Previously run & Long Announcements, Supporting Documents, & other "stuff" Other blogs:     SWILSA House blog at: http://www.swilsa.blogspot.com     Blogs for Libraries [WebJunction]     http://www.webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1432 On line Newsletters:     Regional Rag. http://www.sls.lib.ia.us/rag.htm GRANTS: Libraries for the Future, with the support of MetLife Foundation, is sponsoring a national book and film discussion series for teenagers and families, especially immigrant-Americans, that will take place in public libraries. This latest grant will enable the program to expand to 30 new library sites around the country, while continuing to support the 19 sites that participated in The MetLife Foundation Reading America Program in 2003. We are proud to be able to provide this opportunity for program expansion and invite all libraries to submit proposals for participation. The deadline for proposals is April 9, 2004. The MetLife Foundation Reading America Program was developed by Libraries for the Future in response to MetLife Foundation's interest in how libraries could be helpful in mitigating the tensions that often result from the differing cultural experiences of adults and youth, especially when young people are growing up in a culture unfamiliar to their parents and older family members. The program is designed to use literature, film, and the neutral ground of the library to stimulate discussion that positively affects the relationship between generations of Americans and immigrant-Americans. The program is intended to provide a valuable addition to the exemplary work that so many libraries are already doing with new populations, families and teens. It is also intended to stimulate increased connections between local libraries and new audiences in communities experiencing significant demographic change. The application for The MetLife Foundation Reading America Program is posted on Libraries for the Future's website at http://www.lff.org. Applications are available for The Human Rights Video Project, a new initiative that will award grants to 300 public libraries across the country. To obtain a grant application, please visit http://www.ala.org/publicprograms . Applications must be received by March 1, 2004. The Human Rights Video Project will provide two types of grants. The first, supported by the MacArthur Foundation, will provide packages of 12 videos and supporting materials on human rights topics to 250 public libraries in the U.S. The second grant, supported by the Ford Foundation, will award an additional 50 libraries the sets of videos plus $750 to present public programs on human rights topics in partnership with a non-profit community activist organization. CLOSING The American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) are accepting applications from public and school (K-12) libraries for We The People Bookshelf grants. Part of NEH's We The People initiative, the Bookshelf project will award the sets of 15 books for young readers to 500 libraries across the country. Selected libraries are required to present programs that highlight the theme of courage and encourage young readers to explore these works. Libraries interested in receiving the We The People Bookshelf grant can view the application and guidelines at http://www.ala.org/wethepeople or http://www.wethepeople.gov. Applications are being accepted online until February 15, 2004. The fine print stuff blog - Friday Notes 2 AT -  http://radio.weblogs.com/0108327/ EDITORS NOTES: "x" & "xx" are catalogers shorthand for:  x = See &  xx = See also NOTICE   DISCLAIMER - pick one, any one will do. MY disclaimer: Basically my opinions are my own, shared by no one else (sometimes), and are not the opinions of my agency, my board, my co-workers, my parents, siblings, relatives, my dogs or most any other know life form.  Except, of course, those very bright concerned, sensitive, perceptive &, in general, well educated, widely read and cultured individuals who wish to share this peculiar road to ruin, as well as a couple of down & out drugged out beatniks from the good old days. OK?  The "Prime Directive" applies. Edited by: Ken Davenport - NEILSA Consultant davenport@neilsa.org COPYLEFT NOTICE 2002: THE INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION IS FREE. It may be copied, distributed and/or modified under the conditions set down in the Design Science License published by Michael Stutz at http://dsl.org/copyleft/dsl.txt   COPYRIGHT Please note: material found on the web should be assumed to be under copyright and is presented here for purposes of education and research only. NOTE: If credited [via ???] or [from so & so] it is their material and not covered by my "Copyleft" notice.  Ken SOURCE: {Consultant}D:Data File MiscFriday Notes 20213a.wpd BOILER PLATE FOOTNOTES: 1. WARNING: I will be able to give you about a 5 working day warning on deadlines (by e-mail, less otherwise) I have 10 days to reply, if I miss the deadline, well I won't miss, if you miss  ... I'll send it in late but .... 12:05:30 PM    comment []

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