1. LSTA grant and annual report forms
2. New books at Reference and Loan
3. University of Wisconsin digital collections
4. Economic impact of libraries
5. COSLA institute in Madison
6. Website of the Week -- Child and Family WebGuide
7. Calendar
1. LSTA GRANT AND ANNUAL REPORT FORMS
Until recently, the Division for Libraries, Technology, and Community Learning contracted with a vendor in Ohio, the FormSoft Group, to manage the online LSTA and public library and public library system annual report forms. The LSTA and annual report forms will now be managed by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) IT staff. The DPI forms site requires the same software as previously (Acrobat Reader 7.0 or higher) and there should be no noticeable difference in using or accessing the forms.
Those needing to access the LSTA online forms to prepare applications for the 2007 grant year, or for other LSTA purposes such as preparing the six-month evaluation form for current (2006) grants or submitting budget revision requests for current grants, should use the following website:
LSTA Online Grant Forms: http://www3.dpi.wi.gov/FormFinder/.
The LSTA forms are also available for viewing in PDF format (scroll down to "LSTA Grant Forms" at http://dpi.wi.gov/pld/lsta.html ), although application forms must be submitted using the online version.
At this time, most of the historic files are being transferred to a server located at DPI. However, the transfer process in not yet complete. Those needing access to LSTA forms from previous years should contact Peg Branson (608/266-2413; peg.branson@dpi.state.wi.us) or Al Zimmerman (608/266-3939; alan.zimmerman@dpi.state.wi.us).
2. NEW BOOKS AT REFERENCE AND LOAN
Librarians gearing up for fall may want to borrow some or all of the following books, recently acquired by the Reference and Loan Library.
"Exhibits in Libraries: a Practical Guide" by Mary E. Brown and Rebecca Power discuss the value of exhibits that educate, stimulate and inspire library users. In addition to a lengthy chapter on "The Comprehensive Exhibit Process," the book covers safety, funding, public relations and other practical topics. Additional chapters outline the benefits of and provide guidelines for working with traveling and hands-on exhibits.
"Using PDAs in Libraries: a How-to-Do-It Manual" by Colleen Cuddy looks at features that make these handheld devices "a tool that offers immense promise to the world of librarianship." Networking abilities, storage capacity, peripherals and software are described. Separate sections outline specific uses and services, suggest strategies for selecting content, and provide guidance for use by both staff and customers.
"Fair use, Free Use and Use by Permission: How to Handle Copyrights in All Media" is written by Lee Wilson, who has been an intellectual-property lawyer for more than twenty hears. After covering copyright basics, the author describes how to verify whether a proposed use is "fair use" and how to find copyright holders and request permission to copy material. The seven appendices include forms and checklists as well as copyright statutes.
School library media specialists and librarians at special libraries may request these titles by sending an e-mail to rllill@dpi.state.wi.us. Public and academic libraries may request these titles through their local interlibrary loan network.
3. UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN DIGITAL COLLECTIONS
The following new resources were recently added to the University of Wisconsin Digital Collections. For more information about digital resources at UW, contact Peter Gorman (pgorman@library.wisc.edu) or visit the UWDC Web site at http://uwdc.library.wisc.edu.
NEW RESOURCES WITHIN EXISTING COLLECTIONS
THE STATE OF WISCONSIN COLLECTION
The Waterford Area Local History Collection
25 volumes / 1,750 pages, 508 images, added 7/25/2006
The early years of settlement are documented here by a collection of historical artifacts digitized from a variety of formats including books, manuscripts, photographs, maps and newspapers. Many Waterford area agencies contributed content to this collection including Waterford Public Library, the Village of Waterford, Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce and descendants of pioneer families. This project was completed with Waterford Public Library and funded through a 2006 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant. http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/WI.WaterfordLocHist
Neenah Public Library Local History Collection
7 volumes / 1,913 images, added 7/25/2006
The Neenah Public Library's digital collection presents the history of Neenah primarily from the early 1800's to the 1950's. The two Neenah histories highlight the development and important events of Neenah from pre-settlement to the late 1950's. The 1920 and 1924 directories provide valuable information to genealogists, while the searchable photograph collection captures life in the Neenah area from the mid-1800's to the 1950's. Neenah's digital collection will be of use to local historians, students, genealogists, and anyone interested in the history of Neenah! This project was completed with Neenah Public Library and funded through a 2006 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant. http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/WI.NeenahLocHist
Northeast Wisconsin Historical County Plat Maps & Atlases
12 volumes / 595 images, added 7/26/2006
This collection of historic materials includes plat books and atlases providing accessibility to early information about Northeastern Wisconsin, specifically Brown, Door, Kewaunee and Shawano counties. A variety of plat books and atlases were chosen because of their frequent use and fragile condition. They are widely used by the public for local history and genealogy. This project was completed with Nicolet Federated Library System and funded through a 2006 Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant. http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/WI.NicoletLocHist
FOREIGN RELATIONS OF THE UNITED STATES
19 issues / 20, 854 pages, added 7/25/2006
New content includes Diplomatic Papers, 1948-1949. The Foreign Relations of the United States series is the official documentary historical record of major U.S. foreign policy decisions that have been declassified and edited for publication. The series is produced by the State Department's Office of the Historian and printed volumes are available from the Government Printing Office. http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/FRUS
THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN COLLECTION
University of Wisconsin Hoofers Club Scrapbooks
4 volumes / 384 pages, added 7/25/2006
The scrapbooks in this collection were created by members of Hoofers to document their organization. Through photographs, newsletters, newspaper clippings and other memorabilia, the scrapbooks detail the group's outings and activities from the 1930s through the early 1960s. This project was completed with UW-Madison Archives to celebrate the Hoofers Club's 75th anniversary this summer. http://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/UW.HoofersClub
4. ECONOMIC IMPACT OF LIBRARIES
Information and links to various state and regional studies on the economic impact of public libraries is now available on the Division's Public Library Development website at http://www.dpi.wi.gov/pld/econimpact.html. The page includes additional information and resources on impact studies and how they may be compiled, as well as a link to a spreadsheet to determine the economic impact of a local library developed by the Massachusetts Library Association.
An economic impact study of Wisconsin's public libraries was given preliminary budget approval for LSTA funding for 2007. Final approval of the project will be made by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction after review and recommendation by the LSTA Advisory Committee this fall.
5. COSLA INSTITUTE IN MADISON
The University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Library and Information Studies hosted an executive leadership institute for Chief Officers of State Library Agencies (COSLA) on July 23-27, 2006, on the UW campus in Madison. The institute, Sustaining State Library Agencies in the 21st Century, was attended by state librarians and other state library agency personnel from around the country, including many recently appointed state librarians. Through panel discussions and case studies the institute examined public sector leadership, public policy, advocacy, crisis/conflict resolution, collaboration, and finance.
Among the speakers at the institute were Louise Robbins and Jane Pearlmutter from the UW School of Library and Information Studies; Betsey Bayless, former Arizona Secretary of State; Dennis Dresang, Professor of Political Science and Public Affairs, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Michael Saxl, former Speaker of the House, Maine; Anthony Driessen, Quarles & Brady, Lobbyist, Wisconsin; Glenn Miller, Executive Director, Pennsylvania Library Association; Keith Fiels, Executive Director, ALA; Mark Pocan, State Representative, Wisconsin; Ellsworth H. Brown, Director, Wisconsin Historical Society; George Needham, Vice President, Membership Services, OCLC, and former state librarian of Michigan; and others, including current and former state librarians from around the country, including Richard Grobschmidt, Assistant Superintendent, Wisconsin Division for Libraries, Technology, and Community Learning.
6. WEBSITE OF THE WEEK
Child and Family WebGuide -- http://www.cfw.tufts.edu/ -- The WebGuide is a directory that evaluates, describes, and provides links to hundreds of sites containing child development research and practical advice. Topics are selected on the basis of parent recommendations; they cover all ages, from early child development through adolescence. The goal of the WebGuide is to give the public easy access to the best child development information on the Web.
7. CALENDAR
September 8, 2006 - Council on Library and Network Development, Kenosha
September 12, 2006 - Public Library System Directors annual meeting, Madison
September 29, 2006 - Delivery Services Advisory Committee, via video-conference at various sites
October 13, 2006 - Public Library System Youth Liaisons annual meeting, Madison
October 31-November 3, 2006 - Wisconsin Library Association, Wisconsin Dells
November 10, 2006 - Council on Library and Network Development, location TBA
November 29-30, 2006 - LSTA Advisory Committee meeting and public hearing, Madison
January 12, 2007 - Council on Library and Network Development, location TBA
January 23, 2007 -- Wisconsin Library Legislative Day, Madison
For more details about these and other meetings, see the WISDOM calendar at http://dpi.wi.gov/pld/wisdom.html and the BadgerLink and WISCAT training site at http://www.wiscat.lib.wi.us/training.html.
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