1. LSTA 2009 grant information sessions scheduled
2. Library Information Technology Advisory Committee meets
3. Delivery Services Advisory Committee meets
4. CCBC adds FAQ page to Web site
5. Teen library services subject of free Webcast
6. ALA PIO launches redesigned library funding Web site
7. Website of the Week - Guinness World Records
8. Calendar
1. LSTA 2009 GRANT INFORMATION SESSIONS SCHEDULED
Three information sessions will be held in June for those interested in applying for an LSTA grant. There is no charge for attending the workshops. Each information session will cover the grant program timetable, the application form and the individual grant category requirements. Basic information will be repeated in each session so it is not necessary to attend multiple workshops. Information on the LSTA program and grant categories is available in the LSTA Information and Guidelines for Wisconsin for 2009 at http://dpi.wi.gov/pld/pdf/guide09.pdf. Individual public libraries, as well as systems, are eligible to apply for the grant categories below, and first time applicants are encouraged to apply.
* LSTA Digitization Category
Wednesday, June 4, 2008: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
* LSTA Technology Categories including Health Awareness & Access
Tuesday, June 10, 2008: 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
* LSTA Special Needs Categories & Library Development Training & Planning
Thursday, June 12, 2008: 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
REGISTRATION and instructions for attendees logging into the first LSTA session on digitization can be found at http://dpi.wi.gov/pld/pdf/wisweb.pdf. This will be a WisLine Web session during which time you will use your phone and computer.
REGISTRATION for LSTA sessions #2 and #3 is done by sending an email to Terrie Howe (teresa.howe@dpi.wi.gov) OR by calling 920/266-2413. These workshops will be held via OPAL, an online gathering place similar to WisLine Web, where members can communicate via text chatting, browsing on your computer, and, if available, using a microphone.
TO PARTICIPATE: The OPAL online "room" is located at the following web site: http://www.conference321.com/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsb5e4ce1de889. If this is your first use of OPAL, click on the link to download a small piece of software and then create a username. No password is needed. If you have already used OPAL, just type your username. Participants will "meet" in the room on June 10th at 10:00 a.m. You must have speakers built into your computer or external speakers to participate. Microphones are nice to have but are not necessary to participate in the session. You can type questions to presenters if you do not have a microphone, or just you can just listen.
There will be opportunities to view and listen to the June 10 & June 12 OPAL sessions at a later time to be determined if you are unable to participate on the workshop day. Use of the online service, OPAL, is made possible by the South Central Library System (SCLS).
More information on all three LSTA workshops can be found at: http://dpi.wi.gov/pld/lstainfo.html.
2. LIBRARY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETS
The Library Information Technology Advisory Committee met May 19 at the Reference and Loan Library to develop and comment on issue papers related to Shared Integrated Library Systems, Access to Electronic Resources for People with Disabilities, the Wisconsin Digital Archive, and Privacy in Electronic Information Access. LITAC members also discussed plans to improve the technology used for authentication of BadgerLink users and the implementation of federated search of BadgerLink databases. Members also reviewed preliminary results from the Visioning Summit held May 5-6 as they related to technology issues.
3. DELIVERY SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETS
The Delivery Services Advisory Committee met May 15 at the Reference and Loan Library to discuss the delivery services budget for 2009 and for future years. The advisory committee has developed a best practices document that is available on the Reference and Loan Library website at http://www.dpi.wi.gov/rll/doc/dsbestprac.doc. Committee members also discussed the redesign of the South Central Library System delivery services website and the potential development of a Powerpoint slide show describing the scope of the delivery service and illustrating best practices through images. Committee members also discussed the scope of and issues related to use of WALTCO for delivery and reviewed the committee's list of key issues for consideration.
4. CCBC ADDS FAQ PAGE TO WEB SITE
Ever wondered why the Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC) has such a long and unwieldy name, or how books get chosen for the library's annual best-of-the-year list, CCBC Choices?
Check out the CCBC's new "Frequently Asked Questions" page on its web site at http://www.education.wisc.edu/ccbc/about/faq.asp for the answers to these and other often-asked questions about the statewide book examination center. The CCBC is a library of the School of Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and receives additional funding through an annual contract with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction through the Division for Libraries, Technology, and Community Learning. (And that is a brief look at what the FAQ page has to say about the CCBC's long, unwieldy name.)
5. TEEN LIBRARY SERVICES SUBJECT OF FREE WEBCAST
Looking for ideas and technology tips that can boost your visibility with young adults? If so, register now for the Library Journal Teen Spirit in the Library: Best Practices in YA and Teen Services Webcast, June 10, 2 PM EDT. Attendees will hear how leaders in teen library services are creating and maintaining great physical and online spaces, and learn how to develop and sustain programs and events that keep young adults coming back to the library again and again. Panelists include: Michele Gorman, Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County; Jen Maney, Pima County Public Library; Christine Pearson, Maricopa County Library District; and Scott Nicholson, School of Information Studies at Syracuse University. This free Webcast is sponsored by Polaris Library Systems, and will be moderated by Bill Schickling, President and CEO. Register for this free webcast at: http://stage.libraryjournal.com/webcasts/48747/Webcasts.html?cache=FALSE.
6. ALA PIO LAUNCHES REDESIGNED LIBRARY FUNDING WEB SITE
The American Library Association (ALA) Public Information Office has redesigned its Library Funding Web site. Launched in 2004 in response to budget cuts, layoffs and facility closures, the Library Funding Web site offers a searchable database of news stories. The site also has a section devoted to school libraries. Under the "Funding Impacts by State" section, users can fill out a simple form to have their important information included and read about other issues in their region.
Questions regarding the site can be directed to John Amundsen, PIO Administrative Assistant at jamundsen@ala.org. For more information, please visit http://www.ala.org/libraryfunding.
7. Website of the Week
Guinness World Records -- http://www.guinnessrecords.com/default.aspx -- The Guinness World Records is one of the most famous brands and books in the world and continues to build on its reputation. The Guinness World Records home page has many interactive features available. Free sign-up is required for some features.
8. CALENDAR
June 26-July 2, 2008 - American Library Association annual conference, Anaheim, California
June 29-July 2, 2008 - National Educational Computing Conference, San Antonio, Texas
July 12, 2008 - Council on Library and Network Development, Milwaukee
October 9, 2008 - Delivery Services Advisory Committee, Wisline web
October 10, 2008 - Library Information Technology Advisory Committee meeting, 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://dpi.wi.gov/rll/wiscat/training.html.
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