Program Handouts & Information -- Continuing Education -- South Central Library System

Digitization & Public Libraries

Presented on November 15, 2018 with Emily Pfotenhauer, WiLS, presenting

Digitizing libraries’ local history materials is important for preservation purposes and as a means to make the materials more discoverable and accessible. Digitized versions of materials can be made available easily to researchers, students, and anyone with an interest in local history through websites like Recollection Wisconsin and the Digital Public Library of America. This session will include information on how digitization projects can benefit the library and its patrons, general digitization project workflows and ideas for encouraging use of digital collections, as well as an overview of digitization resources available to SCLS members.

Emily's slides

Tamara's slides

 

Wisconsin Award Winners, 2018

Originally presented November 6, 2018 with Judy Jones, Leah Fritsche, and Amy Lutzke presneting

Each year the Literary Awards and the Children's Book Award Committees read and evaluate many books by Wisconsin authors. New this year, the Wisconsin Author Project from the WPLC is highlighting self-published adult and young adult fiction. Join this year's committee chairs and hear all about this year's winners.

Judy's slides

Leah's slides

Amy's slides 

Recording

Youth Programming Workshop

November 2, 2018 at Olbrich Gardens, Madison.

 

Collection Development & Great New Books with CCBC Librarians

CCBC librarians Merri Lindgren and Megan Schliesman facilitate a Collection Development discussion among attendees, providing provide opportunities for reflection and discussion of critical issues that inform decision-making when building library collections, including policies and procedures and intellectual freedom. Hands-on opportunities to examine new books and consider them in light of collection development decision-making will be part of the morning. All participants should review their collection development policies and procedures (or bring a copy along!) prior to the morning discussion.  

 

CCBC Materials Concern Checklist

 

Contact Jean for a copy of the handouts.

 

1 -3:30 p.m. Creating Sensory-Friendly Experiences for Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder

The phrase “sensory-friendly” is a common term used in the autism community, but what does it mean and how can it apply to libraries? Librarian and accessibility advocate Renee Grassi will discuss this and more, as she shows you how to be more intentional in welcoming youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) at your library.  In this workshop, attendees will gain background knowledge about autism spectrum disorder and the concept of creating sensory-friendly programs and spaces. Participants will learn how to develop a Sensory Storytime program, learn about other program ideas for youth with ASD and their families, and acquire strategies for making their existing programs more inclusive for youth of all abilities. In addition, Renee will share best practices for community engagement with local disability community partners, as well as tips for inclusive marketing.

 

Author, blogger, speaker, trainer, and accessibility advocate Renee Grassi is a nationally recognized leader for library services for youth with disabilities. In 2012, she was named a Library Journal Mover & Shaker for her work in this area. Renee is currently the Youth Services Manager at Dakota County Library in Minnesota.

 

Slides (will be posted on Friday, November 9)

 

 

 

 

Introduction to Creativity and Aging: Arts Education for Older Adults

Originally presented June 27, 2018

Thinking about attending the July in-person workshops and want to know more? Ed Friedman, Executive Director, and Lindsey Francis, Program Manager, from Lifetime Arts will provide an overview of the workshops being held in July.

This program is funded in part with a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services which administers the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) administered by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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Aroha Philanthropies Resource Guide

Recording

Dealing with Substance-Abusing Patrons in the Library: From Meth to Marijuana, Opiates to Alcohol

Originally presented June 7, 2018 with Dr. Steve Albrecht presenting

Patrons who visit your library under the influence of drugs or alcohol (or worse, both) can range in their behavior from no problems to causing problems. They can be cyclical - cooperative one moment, then raging the next. Stimulant drug users -taking meth and crack cocaine - are particularly difficult, since they often show signs of paranoia and even schizophrenia. Heroin users are now shooting up in library restrooms an even in the stacks at an alarming rate. Some library staffers have been trained to give Narcan to overdosed patrons, as they wait for the paramedics to arrive. Alcohol consumption in Wisconsin is higher than in any other state. Patrons under the influence of alcohol can be cyclical in their behavior; compliant one minute and combative the next. What do we do about all of this, to keep staff and the facilities safe? This webinar with Dr. Steve Albrecht answers these questions. You’ll learn what to do and not do when in contact with drug or alcohol-using patrons, when to call police and/or the paramedics, and how to stay safe around drug paraphernalia.

Dr. Steve Albrecht teaches library security workshops around the country. His ALA book, Library Security, was published in 2015. He worked for the San Diego Police Department for 15 years and is a member of the California Narcotics Officers Association.

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Recording

 

Teen/Tween Programming Workshop, 2018

Breaking Boundaries: Serving Teens and Tweens with Chris Baker, Portage Public Library

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There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to serving teens and tweens - every teen & tween is unique and every community has specific assets, needs, and challenges. Despite these differences, all teens and tweens need to feel safe in neutral spaces where they feel welcomed by adults who support and believe in them. Join your colleagues and learn about ways to intentionally serve teens & tweens, create safe spaces for them, and  provide experiences that allow them to be genuine and practice authentic growth.

Chris Baker is the teen services coordinator at the Portage Public Library.  With over 10 years of experience in education and theater, Chris brings unique perspectives to public library service and programs for youth

Unconventional Outreach: Beyond the Bookmobile with Kristi Helmkamp and Alicia Woodland, Appleton Public Library

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Youth and Teen Services outreach to our communities will look much different from the past as we surge full throttle into the Information Age of the 21st century. During this session, Youth and Teen Services Librarians will learn how to use their current resources while cultivating varied outreach programs that are irresistible and impactful to their distinct communities. Presenters will share their experiences with developing responsive outreach initiatives like iPads on the Go, Booktalks in the Classroom, Reach Out and Read and more as ways to increase their library’s presence on the front lines of their community. Attendees will learn from each other and will build a sample outreach program for respective communities using a patron-motivated programming model. Unconventional Outreach will enable Youth and Teen Services Librarians to discover new ways to reach the youth of their communities despite roadblocks from funding, time constraints and space limitations.

PLA Conference 2018 Highlights

Originally presented April 12, 2018.

Wisconsin was well represented at the Public Library Association Conference in Philadelphia. Several of us will be sharing some of our experiences and we'd love for you to join us.

You'll hear from Jean Anderson, Continuing Education Consultant for the South Central Library System, Cindy Fesemyer, Director of the Columbus Public Library; Leah Fritsche, Director of the Deerfield Public Library; Heidi Cox, Director of the E.D. Locke Public Library in McFarland; Erin Williams Hart, Adult Services Librarian for the Sun Prairie Public Library, and Angela Meyers, Coordinator of Youth and Inclusive Services for Bridges Library System.

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Recording

Great New Books for Children & Teens, 2018

Originally presented April 4, 2018 with Megan Schliesman and Merri Lindgren, CCBC Librarians presenting.

Find out about some of the outstanding books published for children and teens in 2017. This webinar will feature librarians from the Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC) talking about books for children from birth through Grade 12 that are included in CCBC Choices 2018, the CCBC's most recent best-of-the-year list.

CCBC Choices

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Recording

Budget Webinar, 2018

Originally presented on March 9, 2018 with Kerrie Goeden, Mark Ibach, Corey Baumann, and Vicki Teal Lovely presenting.

A general explanation of the SCLS budget using 2018 budget numbers. The SCLS Department Coordinators will review the sources of revenue and expenditures. Each department will allow time for Q & A by attendees. This webinar targets SCLS member library directors but contains information useful to any member librarian. The webinar will be recorded.

Slides:

• Kerrie Goeden, Finance & Human Resources Coordinator
• Mark Ibach, Consultant Services Coordinator
• Corey Baumann, Delivery Services Coordinator
• Vicki Teal Lovely, Technology Services Coordinator

Recording

Collection Development Webinar Series (2017)

The 2017 Collection Development Webinar Series included five webinars:

• Making Your Collection Count
• Adult Selection Tools
• Tips for Developing a Well-Rounded Collection for Youth
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• Data-Informed Collection Development
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• Promoting the Collection: Merchandizing and More
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Sponsors of the series included Indianhead Federated Library System, Manitowoc Calumet Library System, Nicolet Federated Library System, Northern Waters Library System, Outagamie Waupaca Library System, South Central Library System, South East Wisconsin Libraries, Southwest Wisconsin library System, Winnefox Library System, Winding Rivers Library System, Wisconsin Valley Library Service