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Fwd: [OPLINLIST] FREE ACT Crash Course for your patrons
by Janelle Thomas 14 Apr '20

14 Apr '20

Note - This opportunity is not exclusive to Ohio residents. Stay well, everyone! ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Eileen McNeil via OPLINLIST <oplinlist(a)lists.oplin.org> Date: Fri, Apr 10, 2020 at 4:54 PM Subject: [OPLINLIST] FREE ACT Crash Course for your patrons To: oplinlist(a)lists.oplin.org <oplinlist(a)lists.oplin.org> Dear Colleagues, For the past 3 years The Grandview Heights Public Library in Columbus, OH,has been hosting ACT courses led by community member Dr. Srinath Sampath. Dr. Sampath Bio <http://prepaccelerator.com/about/> Dr. Sampath has received extremely positive feedback about his classes and rising ACT scores have given parents and students proof that these classes can make a world of difference. *In partnership with Grandview Heights Public Library, Dr. Sampath is generously offering his ACT Crash Course (4 hours worth of instruction) for students AND his Information session for parents FREE of charge online on Saturday, April 18, 2020. * (should these classes fill up, Dr. Sampath has agreed to offer additional dates to accommodate the registration numbers) These classes were originally going to be hosted in person by Grandview Heights Public Library, but in light of COVID-19 the Grandview Library is now hosting Dr. Sampath's classes online. *You do not have to be a library member or an Ohio resident to regist**er*. Please feel free to share this information with your patrons. *EVENT #1: ACT CRASH COURSE* *For*: High school students. *Length*: 4 hours. *Content*: For each of the 5 ACT sections, we will rapidly work out and discuss retired ACT questions in a timed setting. *Have on hand: A calculator, pens/pencils, and a notebook. There will be a 1-hour lunch break. * *Complexity/Pace*: This is a fast-paced, rigorous, and intensive crash course. Dr. Sampath will analyze a variety of ACT questions from simple to complex. *SAT/PSAT*: Students have utilized this course to improve their SAT performance as well. Rising juniors who are gearing up for the PSAT in October will also benefit from this crash course. *Cost*: FREE Register for ACT Crash Course Here <https://buytickets.at/prepaccelerator/365053> *EVENT #2:** ACT and SAT Parent Edition* *For*: Middle and high school parents, educators, and families. *Length*: 1 hour 15 minutes. *Content*: A clear understanding of the ACT and SAT, and when your student should start to prep. Topics include - The importance of standardized tests - How standardized tests differ from high school testing - Differences between ACT and SAT - How to choose between ACT and SAT for your student - How to determine your student's target score - Successful study methods - Sample ACT scores for select universities - How to create the all-important study timetable - Impact of COVID-19 on the testing cycle - How universities are responding to COVID-19 developments The last 20 minutes will be Q&A *Cost*: FREE Register for Parent Edition Here <https://buytickets.at/prepaccelerator/365059> *please note that by registering for these classes your information is registered with the ACT instructor, not the library. Your email will be on a NO SPAM mailing list and will not be sold. http://prepaccelerator.com/ Eileen McNeil Patron Services Director Grandview Heights Public Library Where the Community Connects 614-486-2951 www.ghpl.org *The Grandview Heights Public Library (GHPL <http://www.ghpl.org/>) is an award-winning, independent suburban library system known for progressive leadership and friendly, personalized service. GHPL has received 11 consecutive five-star ratings <https://www.libraryjournal.com/?page=americas-star-libraries-2018> from Library Journal. GHPL is founding member (1988) and Administering Library of the Central Library Consortium (CLC) <http://www.ghpl.org/about-page/#toggle-id-3>. This cooperative of <http://www.ghpl.org/about/#branches>17 Central Ohio library systems <http://www.ghpl.org/about-page/#toggle-id-3>, in partnership with statewide networks SearchOhio <http://searchohio.westervillelibrary.org/index.php?title=Main_Page> and OhioLINK <https://www.ohiolink.edu/content/about_ohiolink> <https://www.ohiolink.edu/>, provides 67 million items <http://www.ghpl.org/2018/02/21/67-million-items/> to member library cardholders. * See less _______________________________________________ OPLINLIST mailing list -- OPLINLIST(a)lists.oplin.org http://lists.oplin.org/mailman/listinfo/oplinlist *** OPLIN can provide security awareness training and email phishing simulations for all Ohio public library staff at no cost to the library! https://www.oplin.ohio.gov/securityiq *** -- Janelle Thomas Executive Director *NORWELD* 181 1/2 S. Main Street Bowling Green, OH 43402 Office: 419-352-2903 X1001 norweld.org <http://www.norweld.org>

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Tech Soup for Libraries Newsletter - free Office 365, Zoom discounts, COVID resources and more...
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 14 Apr '20

14 Apr '20

If you don’t already get the TechSoup for Libraries newsletter consider signing up for it so you receive news about deeply discounted software that may be useful for your library organization. Below is the latest newsletter from TechSoup. https://message.techsoup.org/2020-04-13-ts4l?ecid=ACsprvuB7a7ME-JjRbE8kR12J… The most recent newsletter has info on: * Free Office 365 * Discounted Zoom subscriptions for libraries * Newsbytes with COVID resources and freebies * Library 2.0 mini-conference online in June for small and rural libraries Shannon Shannon White Library Development Manager Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48909 Whites29(a)michigan.gov<mailto:Whites29@michigan.gov> 517-335-1507 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan> Follow us: Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/libraryofmichigan/> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/LibraryofMich> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/libraryofmichigan/> You have the power to shape your future, and the future of all children, by counting everyone in your home in the 2020 Census<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmy2020cen…>. [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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outdoor electronic lockers
by Melissa Huisman 14 Apr '20

14 Apr '20

Hi! Can anyone recommend a brand or vendor for lockers that patrons can use for pickup outside the building? Thanks! [cid:image001.png@01D61245.DB22C260] Contact me: mhuisman(a)hudsonville.org<mailto:mhuisman@hudsonville.org> :: 616-669-1255 x 5

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Reminder: United for Libraries to present free April 15 webinar on ‘Advocacy for Your Library During a Crisis’
by Shannon White - Library of Michigan 14 Apr '20

14 Apr '20

United for Libraries to present free April 15 webinar on ‘Advocacy for Your Library During a Crisis’ United for Libraries will host the free webinar “Advocacy for Your Library During a Crisis” on Wednesday, April 15 at 1 p.m. Eastern. Register here for the webinar.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-event…> How can you work with your local elected officials on library advocacy during this time of COVID-19, and beyond? Learn how to approach advocacy during a time of crisis, and how to craft your messaging for success. A panel of expert speakers will provide guidance. Hear tips for Trustees, Friends, Foundations, and other community-based advocacy groups, as well as library staff. Featured presenters will be Peter Pearson, 2019-2020 United for Libraries President; Libby Post, CEO, Communication Services; Megan Cusick, Assistant Director for State Advocacy in ALA’s Public Policy and Advocacy office, and Sonja Eyler, Librarian for the City of Presque Isle at the Mark & Emily Turner Memorial Library. Deborah Doyle, Chair of United for Libraries’ Legislative Committee and President of California Public Library Advocates, will moderate. Registration is open and free to all regardless of United for Libraries membership. Register here for the webinar.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-event…> Can’t join live? Register anyway and you will receive a link to the recording. Peter Pearson is a Founder/Senior Consultant for Library Strategies Consulting Group. He was president of the Friends of the Saint Paul (Minn.) Public Library for 25 years. As president of the Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library, he led three capital campaigns and coordinated an annual grassroots advocacy campaign that added millions of dollars of public funding to the library's budget. He also served as a Trustee for the Twin Cities Regional Library System for 10 years. Libby Post is a political consultant who uses her advocacy, marketing, and strategic communication skills to help libraries wage successful funding campaigns. She authored the five-part Library Campaign Training Institute. She serves on the United for Libraries Board and is a member of ALA’s Committee on Library Advocacy. She was a trainer for United for Libraries’ Neal-Schuman Citizens Save Libraries program. In her home state of New York, she has shepherded her library clients to voter victory with a win margin of 84%. Megan Murray Cusick is the Assistant Director for State Advocacy in ALA’s Public Policy and Advocacy office. She assists the advocacy efforts of librarians, library staff and advocates across the country, in cooperation with other ALA offices, as well as state chapters and affiliates. She has also provided support to the Center for the Future of Libraries by identifying the work of libraries that intersects with broader social trends. Prior to joining ALA in 2015, Megan was a high school librarian and co-founder of Chi School Librarians. Sonja Plummer Eyler serves as the Librarian for the City of Presque Isle at the Mark & Emily Turner Memorial Library. Sonja received a Bachelor of Science in Library Information Technology in 2003 and a Master of Library and Information Science at the University of South Carolina in 2007. As a past President for the Association for Rural & Small Libraries and President for the Maine Library Association, she is aware of the uniqueness of rural and remote libraries and the organizations supporting them. Sonja lives with a husband, daughter, 12 horses, and 2 dogs in Presque Isle, Maine. Deborah Doyle, MLIS, is chair of the United for Libraries Legislative Committee. She currently serves as vice chair of the Sonoma County Public Library Commission and president of California Public Library Advocates. United for Libraries: The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…>, is a division of the American Library Association with approximately 4,000 personal and group members representing hundreds of thousands of library supporters. United for Libraries supports those who govern, promote, advocate, and fundraise for libraries, and brings together library trustees, advocates, friends, and foundations into a partnership that creates a powerful force for libraries in the 21st century. To join, please visit www.ala.org/united<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> or call (800) 545-2433, ext. 2161. United for Libraries The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations A division of the American Library Association 312-280-2160 www.ala.org/united<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…>

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ALA News (Extra Edition): Public libraries launch, expand services during COVID-19 pandemic
by Jennifer L. Dean 13 Apr '20

13 Apr '20

We received an ALA News Extra at the end of last week... Public libraries launch, expand services during COVID-19 pandemic<https://bit.ly/2JSqnp1> As public libraries close their buildings to the public, staff continue to serve their communities in innovative ways. Those are among the chief findings the Public Library Association (PLA) announced today in the broadest survey of public libraries’ response to the pandemic to date, with 2,545 unique responses nationwide. Most respondents (98%) reported their buildings were closed to the public but, in many cases, staff continued to expand access to digital resources, launch virtual programs and coordinate services with local government agencies. Read more<https://bit.ly/2JSqnp1> ALA awards additional 21 Library Census Equity Fund grantees<https://bit.ly/2Rq3Unq> The American Library Association (ALA) and the LOR Foundation announced that 21 additional libraries will receive Library Census Equity Fund mini-grants of $2,000 to bolster their service to hard-to-count communities and help achieve a complete count in the 2020 Census.  Read more<https://bit.ly/2Rq3Unq> DC’s Wonder Woman to lasso up Library Card Sign-up Month 2020<https://bit.ly/2Xqe4Z0> This September, DC’s Wonder Woman is embarking on a new mission with the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to champion the power of a library card as Library Card Sign-up Month Honorary Chair. Read more<https://bit.ly/2Xqe4Z0> New Wonder Woman, Banned Books Week materials, and more from ALA Graphics<https://bit.ly/3aSuXiV> ALA Graphics is excited to announce more than a dozen new products in the summer catalog. Packed with new posters, bookmarks, and incentives for upcoming celebrations and more, there’s something for everyone. Wonder Woman appears on the catalog cover, taking the spotlight as the honorary chair of Library Card Sign-up Month. She encourages everyone to Lasso a Library Card this September on a poster, bookmark, and sticker. Read more<https://bit.ly/3aSuXiV> LLAMA webinar offers a more effective way to give employee feedback<https://bit.ly/2x6bFbj> The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “How to give effective feedback,” at 1:30-3:00 p.m. CT on Wednesday, April 15. This webinar will present proven strategies for creating an environment for productive coaching conversations, discuss best practices on how to give and receive feedback, walk through scenarios of feedback gone wrong, and show how to repair relationships damaged by poorly executed feedback. Read more<https://bit.ly/2x6bFbj> ALA 2020 ELECTION RESULTS Kelly Czarnecki wins 2021-2022 YALSA presidency<https://bit.ly/39YNybE> AWARDS AND GRANTS Andrea Trudeau receives AASL Frances Henne Award<https://bit.ly/2JPLDf9> ALA PUBLISHING ALA Neal-Schuman releases free e-book on disaster planning, response, and recovery<https://bit.ly/2y4Q7M2> Jennifer L. Dean - PhD, MLIS - she, her, hers MLA Board of Directors and ALA Councilor Dean of Libraries and Instructional Technology Distance Education Coordinator University of Detroit Mercy Libraries / Instructional Design Studio 4001 West McNichols Rd Detroit, MI 48221 313-993-1090 deanjl(a)udmercy.edu [cid:334e61d5-72ac-48cb-8b92-125e7102e00d]

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Join us Friday for a dialogue about the post-pandemic library
by Pam Seabolt 13 Apr '20

13 Apr '20

We invite you to join MCLS staff for the next dialogue and discussion in our weekly series of conversations around the environment we find ourselves working in right now and what opportunities might exist as we move forward. This week we continue to discuss and co-create the post-pandemic library world. The top images of the preferred post-pandemic library future from last week’s discussion are: * Libraries deemed MOST ESSENTIAL institution in the country * Places to re-connect = libraries * Serving the underserved with new vigor * Taking the library out of the building * Library saves the day with remote patron services * Great community collaborators providing convenient services and leading in safe practices * Reinventing traditional services to meet the needs of today’s worlds * Continue to remove barriers to service and keep those changes in place * Library supports “life-essential” activities Part support group, part visioning, let’s share our thoughts and ideas as we delve deeper into these images of our preferred future. Join us this week on Friday, April 17 at 11:00 EDT (10:00 am CDT) on Zoom. Please login using this link for the Virtual Dialogue<https://zoom.us/j/172695113?pwd=dnpuUVBudFR5MHZaTHl4bTN6UjZWdz09>. You can view the recordings and chat logs from the previous dialogues by visiting https://www.mcls.org/training-events/presentation-slides/. We look forward to seeing you Friday! *************************** Pamela Seabolt Library Strategist Engagement, Consulting, and Training Midwest Collaborative for Library Services (MCLS) (800) 530-9019 ext 123 seaboltp(a)mcls.org<mailto:seaboltp@mcls.org> [signature_433128032]<https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org> [signature_2140500664] <https://twitter.com/mclsorg> [signature_2014736913] <http://www.mcls.org/>

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Curbside Delivery
by Denise Skopczynski 13 Apr '20

13 Apr '20

The Canton Public Library is looking at the option of offering curbside services to our patrons when we re-open. Since we have never offered this service before we are looking for assistance. 1. Do you use Sierra? Do you have scheduling software? 2. How popular is the service? How many patrons take advantage of this service? 3. How do patrons access this service? 4. How many staff members are necessary to provide this service on your busiest day? 5. How are details of service communicated? We are a class 6 library, servicing almost 100,000 patrons and we are particularly interested in responses from comparable libraries, but welcome any feedback - the more details you can provide the better! Unfortunately, we have a deadline for this, so if you have time could you please get back with us by Thursday, March 16? Thank you so much! Denise [vsmCPLlogo] Denise Skopczynski Circulation Services Process Supervisor Canton Public Library<http://www.cantonpl.org/> [cid:image002.png@01CA7E6F.BE3ABAB0]<http://twitter.com/CantonLibrary> [cid:image003.png@01CA7E6F.BE3ABAB0] <http://www.facebook.com/CantonLibrary> 1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188 734-394-1242

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Library of Michigan's Improving Access to Information Grant program - DEADLINE CHANGE
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 13 Apr '20

13 Apr '20

Good afternoon. For those interested in the Library of Michigan's Improving Access to Information Grant program, the application deadline has been moved to Friday, June 19th by 5:00 PM EST. The application webinar was today and a recording will be posted next week after captioning is complete. If you have any questions about the grant program, please feel free to contact me. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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Respond to patron request for contactless pick up
by Reed, Nyama 13 Apr '20

13 Apr '20

An email I just sent, in it helps anyone else with wording. Feel free to share. Also, the family member mentioned is not my sister whom I posted about last week. While I'm here, I'll update on Angie - in short, it's not good. She is still sedated and on a respirator 100%. They tried to wean her last week to see if she would wake up or if her lungs would start working on their own. She opened her eyes but did not focus on anything and was unresponsive. Her body started deteriorating bc her lungs weren't kicking in. They had to re-up the medication and the vent. So she is 9 days in and the same condition, which does not bode well. Thank you all for your messages of support, kind thoughts, healing energy, and prayers. We are still hoping she recovers, but I am not also starting to plan... That's hard to say, but the type-A in me needs to do that. I hope you, your staff and your families are are well, safe, and healthy. -------------------------------------------- Thank you for reaching out to the Whitefish Bay Public Library with you offer to help with contactless pick-up. The commonly quoted research has shown the virus can live up to 5 days on the materials that books are typically made from. For quarantine I have seen libraries quarantining items from 2 hours - 5 days with 2-4 days being typical. If we touch an item to then put it in someone's trunk or on a cart for pick-up, that results in shared contact of the items at a matter of minutes or hours. While some libraries are comfortable with that, I am not. On a personal note, I have a family member who was home alone for a full month. She only went out twice: she got coffee; she spent 15 minutes at the grocery store. She is now positive, even with those very minor interactions. Hence, I continue to err on the side of caution and not take any risk for library staff or patrons. I hope you understand even if you may not agree. In the meantime we are heavily promoting the use of our e-materials and we have seen a significant spike in the usage of those materials. I hope we can return to being open as soon as is safely possible. Resource: https://www.webmd.com/lung/how-long-covid-19-lives-on-surfaces "Paper The length of time varies. Some strains of coronavirus live for only a few minutes on paper, while others live for up to 5 days." Based on this we should start making all books out of aluminum or copper. Or at least the covers. (a little levity for the moment) Please feel free to reach out with any other suggestions or comments you have. ------------------------------- Sincerely, Nyama Nyama Y. Reed Library Director

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Hoopla: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone eBook and Audiobook Included in the 1, 150 hoopla Bonus Borrows Collection
by Jim Flury 13 Apr '20

13 Apr '20

Through April 30, 2020. Link to the Potter info: [ https://go.midwesttape.com/webmail/279222/659726453/8676084af2a300cef8ba109… | https://go.midwesttape.com/webmail/279222/659726453/8676084af2a300cef8ba109… ] Link to Potter marketing materials: [ https://resources.hoopladigital.com/view-files/hoopla/Marketing%20and%20Tra… | https://resources.hoopladigital.com/view-files/hoopla/Marketing%20and%20Tra… ] Link to the 1,150 hoopla "Bonus Borrows" collection, which is complementary to subscribing libraries and does not count against a patron's monthly borrow limit: [ https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/8364?page=1&sort=POPULARITY&umt_te… | https://www.hoopladigital.com/collection/8364?page=1&sort=POPULARITY&umt_te… ] Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100, ext 133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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