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Tuesday June 2, 2009
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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Technical Services Roundtable
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Contact: Jan Resnick 413-665-9898 x115 jresnick@wmrls.org
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Roundtables are opportunities for colleagues to discuss issues of interest. Topics for the Tech Services Roundtable so far include: Cataloging Print on Demand titles, Determining when to mend items and when to withdraw them, Vendor recommendations, and, of course, coping with budget cuts. Carolyn Platt of the Jones Library in Amherst will lead the discussion. Add your discussion topic suggestions in the message box when you register.
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[Technical Services Roundtable Agenda]
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Location: Palmer Public Library
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Thursday June 4, 2009
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10:00 AM
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12:00 PM
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ILL Basics Workshop
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Contact: Jan Resnick 413-665-9898 x115 jresnick@wmrls.org
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This workshop introduces the skills small libraries need to prepare for the policy change requiring all member libraries to place their own holds in western MA C/W MARS locations by July 1, 2009. Content of the workshop includes instructions and hands on practice in: searching the C/W MARS data base, placing holds, checking items that are charged or overdue on the library’s account, placing subject requests, using the ILL online forms, shortcuts to filling out request forms, keeping local records, troubleshooting requests, and other ILL resources as time allows. This workshop is offered in a small group seminar format. Jan Resnick and Shirley Keech will conduct the workshop.
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Location: Becket Athenaeum
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Tuesday June 9, 2009
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6:30 PM
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9:00 PM
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Welcome Aboard! A participatory workshop for library trustees and directors.
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Contact: Mary King 413-665-9898 x117 mking@wmrls.org
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New and experienced trustees will view and discuss videotaped case presentations on Personnel practices, Board dynamics and conducting meetings, Funding & budgeting, Open Meeting Law, and Censorship issues.
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Location: Bushnell-Sage Library, Sheffield
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Wednesday June 10, 2009
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10:00 AM
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1:00 PM
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Pain in the Brain: Teen Library Behavior
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Contact: Janet Eckert 413-665-9898 x 127 jeckert@wmrls.org
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They love to challenge authority and are notoriously moody -- are we talking about teens, or two-year-olds? Teen brain growth development rivals that of the toddler years -- maybe that explains the attitude and characteristics of this historically underserved age group. Discover the underlying biological and physical changes that may impact why teens act the way they do, and learn how librarians can address patron behavior issues in a way that will develop relationships with young adults. By the end of this session, participants will:
* Name three changes the teen brain undergoes during adolescence
* Identify teen developmental assets
* Distinguish between library behaviors that are merely disruptive/annoying vs. harmful/dangerous
* Learn how to apply tips for nipping negative behavior in the bud
Beth Gallaway, Information Goddess Consulting, is the workshop leader.
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Location: WMRLS Conference Room
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1:30 PM
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4:30 PM
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Technology Programming for Teens
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Contact: Janet Eckert 413-665-9898 x 127 jeckert@wmrls.org
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Test a video game designed by teens, and create your own. Chat with an author via instant messaging. Participate in a book review podcast. Make an avatar. Check out library MySpace & Facebook pages. Discuss the benefits and barriers to delivering tech programs for teens, and learn how to justify and then replicate these inexpensive and easy tech programs for teens in your library. By the end of this session, participants will:
• Discover model programs in technology for teens
• Test new technologies and evaluate for usability
• Brainstorm a teen technology program
Library trainer/consultant, Beth Gallaway, will lead this workshop.
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Location: WMRLS Computer Lab
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Thursday June 11, 2009
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10:00 AM
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Get Your Game On: Collection Development Roundtable
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Contact: Jan Resnick 413-665-9898 x 115 jresnick@wmrls.org
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Computer based games and gaming are extremely popular with kids and newer adults. Some libraries are beginning to develop collections of games and books on game strategies; other libraries don't know where or if to start. This roundtable will address the questions by bringing together librarians who do and do not collect games. Join us to learn where to get them, how to keep them, and what's popular.
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Location: WMRLS Conference Room
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Tuesday June 16, 2009
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10:00 AM
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The Moon at your Fingertips: Lunar Certification Training
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Contact: Janet Eckert 413-665-9898 x127 jeckert@wmrls.org
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As NASA Returns to the Moon, you can bring an actual piece of the moon to your summer programming through a free training opportunity provided by NASA Education and the Aerospace Education Services Project (AESP.) Completion of this two-hour workshop will certify you to borrow educational disks from NASA that contain samples of the lunar materials collected by the Apollo astronauts. This workshop will include a historical perspective on the Apollo era of exploration and simple, inexpensive activities that will reinforce MA grade 3-5 standards for Earth-Moon Relationships. There will be time set aside specifically for brainstorming with your peers to develop your ideas for the related summer reading program. Presented by Richard Varner, Aerospace Education Specialist, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD.
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Location: WMRLS Conference Room
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2:00 PM
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WMRLS Executive Board Meeting
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Contact: John Ramsay 413-665-9898 x113 jramsay@wmrls.org
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Location: WMRLS Conference Room
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Thursday June 18, 2009
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9:30 AM
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It's a Free Spree - New Children's & Teen Books!
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Contact: Janet Eckert 413-665-9898 x127 jeckert@wmrls.org
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Freshen up your library's collection with some great new books! Come look at a big selection of picture books, children’s fiction, YA books and board books which were recently donated to WMRLS by two generous book reviewers. There will not be a formal program; but as usual, the early bird gets the worm! Drop by anytime from 9:30 to 2:30. Registration is required so that we can fairly distribute the titles.
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Location: WMRLS Conference Room
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Tuesday June 23, 2009
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10:00 AM
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Online Resources - Finding Full-text articles (and more!) for your patrons
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Contact: Shirley Keech 413-665-9898 x125 skeech@wmrls.org
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Intended for librarians and support staff in interlibrary loan and reference, this hands-on computer lab will provide
a step-by-step introduction to the databases and an overview of the variety of electronic resources available to you and your patrons. We'll review tips on basic searching, and techniques for the Advanced Search. You'll acquire the knowledge and self-confidence to help your patrons find full-text periodical articles themselves! There will be ample time for questions and free time to practice in the lab. Your participation in this program fulfills the Database Training requirement for the "Basic Library Techniques in Reference" course that WMRLS is conducting this fall.
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Location: WMRLS Computer Lab
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