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Citizenship Corner and Health Resources for Immigrants

Submitted by Joe Popowitch on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 9:05pm

Indian Prairie Library in Darien will be hosting an informational meeting about how to create a "citizenship corner" in the library on Tuesday, July 23 at 3:15. In addition, the meeting will discuss preparing librarians to inform immigrants of health resources available to them.

Rachel Brooks, who is an Americorps Fellow working with the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights and who is assigned to World Relief DuPage, is working to develop a collaborative relationship with libraries in DuPage County in order to implement a “citizenship corner” in each library (librarians from all counties are welcome). This approach is based on a USCIS initiative from California which has recently been implemented with the City of Chicago libraries. The “citizenship corner” would include a four-hour training for one or more people on staff at each library to be able to better help immigrants going through the citizenship process.

Rachel will explain the idea of the citizenship corner and how it has been used at other libraries. She will be available to answer questions. For those libraries interested in participating, the training sessions will be in September.

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) is a United States federal statute that was signed into law by President Barack Obama on March 23, 2010. This law represents the most significant overhaul of the United States healthcare system since the creation of Medicare and Medicaid in 1965. The Affordable Care Act is designed to protect consumers, provide new coverage options, and give you the tools you need to make informed choices about your health. The meeting will answer the following questions: What are the benefits of the ACA? How does does the ACA affect and not affect immigrants and refugees?

Please email Joe Popowitch at joep [at] ippl [dot] info if you are interested in attending. Visit ippl.info for directions.

How to Deliver Great Library Customer Service

Submitted by Susan Weinmann on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 3:40pm

 Still time to register!

How to Deliver Great
Library Customer Service
90-minute workshop
with Laurie Brown

Thursday, June 20, 2013
2:30pm Eastern|1:30 Central
12:30 Mountain|11:30am Pacific

In this new workshop Brown will show you how to create a welcoming, friendly experience for library users. In addition to learning how to fulfill expectations, you will also gain listening and communication skills to help you converse with angry, chatty, or overly demanding patrons as gracefully as possible.

This workshop includes the following topics:

  • The top 3 customer service qualities for your library and how to achieve them
  • Ensuring that staff makes positive customer experience a priority
  • How to question library users effectively

Laurie Brown has more than 20 years' experience as a trainer, coach and speaker. In addition to customer service, she speaks on developing skills in leadership, presentation, and sales. Brown has worked with culturally diverse audiences at all organizational levels, and her clients have included Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and small family-owned businesses.

 

Also of interest

LinkedIn for Librarians 
2-part workshop with Kim Dority
Thursdays, July 11 and 18

Handy Tech Tools
for Library Outreach
- Still time to register!
90-minute workshop with Sarah Ludwig
TOMORROW June 19

 

Fall LTA courses at Joliet Junior College

Submitted by Catherine Suchy on Tue, 06/18/2013 - 2:06pm

Intro to Libraries                LTA 101 Q1 (80811)                 C 3.00 credits ($40.00 fee)                This BLENDED CLASS requires both weekly class attendance and access to a computer with an internet connection. For additional details regarding class meetings,online activities and mandatory orientation information, visit www.jjc.edu/icampus/start                                 Prokopeak, Susan                     A2002 Main CampusR                      06:00P - 08:50P                     08/29 - 12/20                                    8/20                    Register!                    Readers Adv/Lib Prog/Adults                LTA 202 300 (84031)                 C 3.00 credits ($5.00 fee)                                    A2002 Main CampusM                      06:00P - 08:50P                     08/26 - 12/20                                    7/20                    Register

First Steps in Fundraising

Submitted by Susan Prokopeak on Mon, 06/17/2013 - 9:22am

The First Step in Fundraising: Tools and Tips (Joliet)Date:6/25/2013 Time:10:30 AM - 12:00 PMLocation:South Metropolitan Philanthropy Ctr @ Joliet Jr College Main Campus, A Building, 2nd Fl., 1215 Houbolt RdRegistration:

Register for this event

Fees: Free and open to the public.

About this event: At this workshops you'll receive a tutorial on using prospecting databases, which you can access free in the Library. You'll also receive an overview of the free reference collection of books and resources on grantwriting, individual fundraising, and nonprofit management, leadership, and governance. Plus, you'll meet Nick Ammerman (the Donor's Forum Library Services Coordinator), who is professionally trained to help you use these resources.

New Kids on the Block Webinar

Submitted by Susan Weinmann on Fri, 06/14/2013 - 9:56am

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Join us for this free Booklist presentation!

New Kids on the Block

While there won’t be any serenading from the beloved boy band, this hour-long, free webinar is sure to be almost as swoon-worthy! Hear from Algonquin Young Readers, Blink/Zondervan, Soho Teen, and Sourcebooks Fire as they present middle grade and YA titles from their new imprints hip to all things tween and teen. Moderated by Booklist’s Books for Youth associate editor Annie Kelley.


Can't make the date? Register anyway so a link to the video archive of this webinar can be e-mailed to you after the event.

Please note: As a webinar registrant, you will receive follow-up correspondence from Booklist Publications and may receive other special offers from our sponsors.

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EVENT DETAILS:
Tuesday, June 18

Time:
2:00 PM Eastern
1:00 PM Central
12:00 PM Mountain
11:00 AM Pacific

 

FREE WebJunction Webinars in July

Submitted by Julia Pernicka on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 2:28pm

Libraries, Children and Families: new research and policy recommendations on role of libraries in early reading
Tuesday, July 9, 2013 ♦ 1 pm CST ♦ 60 min

A webinar discussing recent Pew research and an IMLS policy report focused on the role and impact of libraries on the lives of early reading development.

Library Social Media Use
Wednesday, July 17, 2013 ♦ 1 pm CST ♦ 60 min

This webinar will cover how to create, administer, moderate, and leverage your library’s online presence using popular social media tools.

Localize, Mobilize, and Spotlight Your Library Services and Outreach
Tuesday, July 23, 2013 ♦ 1 pm CST ♦ 60 min

A practical webinar looking at a variety of ways libraries can increase their impact and reach in their communities using mobile technology, social networking, and integration with the consumer services users already use.

New! LinkedIn for Librarians

Submitted by Susan Weinmann on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 12:35pm

New!

LinkedIn for Librarians
2-part workshop with Kim Dority

 

Thursdays, July 11 and 18
2:30pm Eastern|1:30 Central
12:30 Mountain|11:30am Pacific
 

In this two-part workshop, library career expert Dority will show you exactly how LinkedIn works, from building a profile to connecting with colleagues and engaging in discussion. You'll then learn how to turn your knowledge outward, as Dority demonstrates how to use LinkedIn as a tool not only for your own benefit but for the users of your library as well.

Workshop topics will include:

  • How to create a strong, professional LinkedIn profile
  • Understanding the LinkedIn tools and options
  • LinkedIn for patrons

Kim Dority is the founder and president of Dority & Associates. She has worked in academia, publishing, telecommunications, and the library fields, in for-profit and nonprofit settings, and for both established companies and start-ups. She is the author of dozens of articles and several books on library and information science career topics.

Also of interest

Using Twitter for
Marketing and Outreach
90-minute workshop with Andy Burkhardt Thursday, August 8

Social Media Basics: Engaging Your
Library Users 
4-week eCourse with Paul Signorelli
Beginning Monday, July 1

 

Planning and Preparing for RDA: Resource Description and Access eCourse

Submitted by Susan Weinmann on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 12:32pm

 

Popular course starting soon!

Planning and Preparing for RDA: Resource Description
and Access eCourse
with Magda El-Sherbini

4-week eCourse
Beginning Monday, August 5, 2013
 

Now is the perfect time for anyone involved in cataloging and technical services to prepare and plan for implementing RDA. An active participant in development of the RDA instructions, El-Sherbini will lead this 4-week, asynchronous eCourse to help you get started.

After taking this course you will be able to:

  • Explain the conceptual difference between AACR2 and RDA
  • Craft cataloging policies and procedures
  • Create a staff training plan 
  • Draft an RDA implementation plan
  • Craft strategies for communicating about RDA throughout the library

Magda El-Sherbini is Head of The Ohio State University Libraries' Cataloging Department where she oversees cataloging activities. She supervises the four cataloging units as well as four faculty members and their staffs. She also serves on many library committees and is the author of numerous library publications. She served as a member of the ALA RDA Advisory Board, addressing issues and testing the product.

 

Also of interest

RDA: Strategies for Implementation
Magda El-Sherbini

RDA Toolkit
The most effective way to interact with the new standard

RDA and Serials Cataloging
Print and PDF e-book bundle
Ed Jones

Introducing RDA:
A Guide to the Basics
Print and e-book bundle 
Chris Oliver

 

WebJunction Illinois Introduces youThink! Fridays

Submitted by Lesley Zavediuk on Thu, 06/13/2013 - 9:08am

WebJunction Illinois is proud to announce our new webinar series: youThink! Fridays.

A continuing education opportunity for staff in Illinois libraries, this free web presentation on the second Friday of the month allows attendees to learn about trends and changes in Illinois libraries. Each presentation will be recorded so that staff members unable to attend the day of the event have the opportunity to view at their convenience.

Join us for our first webinar, Library Renovations & New Spaces, on Friday, July 12 from 11 am – 12 pm, CST.  Register today!

Rethinking Readers' Advisory: An Interactive Approach

Submitted by Susan Weinmann on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 11:51am
 

New!
Rethinking Readers' Advisory:
An Interactive Approach
90-minute workshop with Rebecca Howard
and Laura Raphael

Wednesday, August 7
2:30pm Eastern|1:30 Central
12:30 Mountain|11:30am Pacific

This workshop will present an overview of form-based Readers' Advisory—what it is, its benefits, its key elements, and considerations for librarians who wish to implement it. You'll learn how to implement form-based RA from start (getting administrative and staff buy-in) to finish (building forms and training staff members).

Workshop topics include:

  • The current state of Readers' Advisory services and what form-based RA is
  • Making the case to your library leaders
  • Crafting forms, and how to assemble and train your form-based RA team

Rebecca Howard is a Readers' Librarian and coordinates "Your Next Great Read". She is a regular contributor to the blog Reading Addict, and develops and supports Readers' Library programming. An ALA member, she also belongs to the Social Responsibilities Roundtable and the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Roundtable.

Laura Raphael worked at the Tulsa City-County Library in a variety of jobs including Associate Volunteer Coordinator before becoming Associate Librarian in the Readers' Library department of the Central Library, a position she has held since 2006. She has an M.A. in English Literature from Northeastern State University.

Also of interest

Readers' Advisory Bundle
A specially priced collection of RA expertise

Facebook in the Library: Enhancing Services and Engaging Users
90-minute workshop with David Lee King
Wednesday, July 17