2005 WAPL Spring Conference
Radisson Paper Valley Hotel, Appleton
May 11-13, 2005
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THURSDAY, MAY 12 |
| 9:00-1:00 am |
KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Miriam Pollack: "Public Libraries
Creating Public Value"
What can public libraries do to create public value? We need to look
beyond our traditional programs and services and ask the difficult
questions. Do we provide what our patrons and potential patrons really
want and need? How do we get up the nerve to hear the difficult answers
and to make our organizations truly responsive?Ms. Pollack has over
25 years of experience working in public and special libraries, library
systems, and library education programs. A consultant, planner, leader
and teacher, Miriam Pollack is known for her skills in innovation
thinking, creative project and service development, and assisting
organizations in embracing change. She served as the assistant director
and coordinator of member services for the North Suburban Library System
in Wheeling, Illinois, for over 15 years. She now works as a private
consultant in training and staff development, strategic planning,
management effectiveness, and innovative services and public
programming. |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
A Year Later: Where the Wisconsin Early Learning Initiative is Today
The "Early Learning Initiative for Wisconsin Public Libraries" has
been
distributed. This session will include tips on using the new
publication, an update on new research and the return on investment
for
early learning, and a status report on what has happened since the
initiative began in 2003. There will be a summary of how the Early
Learning publication will fit with the update of the Youth with
Special
Needs publication scheduled to begin in 2005. (YSS) |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
Statewide Interlibrary Loan Assessment Results
The results of
an interlibrary loan and resource sharing needs assessment project will
be shared. DLTCL undertook a needs assessment in 2004 to determine the
adequacy of the current structure and technology used for interlibrary
loan and resource sharing activities, including ILL patterns, protocols,
and the use of automated systems. The first phase of the project
involved an online survey. The second phase of the project included
focus groups held with staff from various types of libraries. Both
aspects of the study were conducted through a contract with Russell
Consulting. The results of the study are expected in January. (DLTCL,
RSRT) |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
Now that it’s published how do I use it?
Position
Classifications for Wisconsin Public Libraries, companion document to
the Salary & Fringe Benefit Survey Patricia Laughlin and Barbara Roark,
co-editors of the 2005 edition Position Classifications for Wisconsin
Public Libraries, will review changes to the new edition and give
practical, real-life examples of how to use it along with the Salary &
Fringe Benefit Survey. (P2C2) |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
If It's Tuesday, This Must be Maryland: What We've Learned in
our Two Years of Participation in a National Virtual Reference
Consortium
AskAway, the virtual reference service offered by the South
Central Library System (SCLS) for its residents, is a member of the 24/7
Reference Consortium, a group of hundreds of libraries around the
country who work together to provide reference service, 24 hours a day,
7 days a week, 365 days a year. While reporting on the service's first
two years of operation, the presenters will discuss the benefits and
problems of working with a nationwide consortium, what they've learned
from the project, and statistics on the use of service. They will also
describe challenges they've faced, and a look at the future. (RSRT, OSRT,
MATS)
Powerpoint Presentation: If
It's Tuesday (.ppt file) |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
Consumer Health Training Tools for Public Librarians
Do you encounter medical questions at the reference desk? Do you wonder
which health information tools would work best for your patrons? The
Ebling Library, UW-Madison, with funding from a National Library of
Medicine grant, has developed a series of Web-based training tools to
assist public librarians. The four tutorials will improve your awareness
and understanding of quality online health information, without expense
or the need to travel. This presentation will demonstrate portions of
these tutorials and allow for audience participation in assessing the
final products before release. (RASS) |
12 noon -1:45 pm
Luncheon |
The Future of Public Library Districts in Wisconsin
What are the prospects for public library district legislation in
Wisconsin? Learn about efforts to pass legislation that would enable
districts, including major provisions of the proposal and the status of
efforts to introduce and pass a bill. There will be time for questions
about how districts work, as well. (LD&L, WAPL, DLTCL) |
| 2-3 pm |
From WISCAT ILL to OCLC
Interested in learning more about South Central Library System’s
decision to switch from WISCAT ILL to OCLC? Want to know how it is
affecting those across the state? Join us for a discussion regarding the
policy issues behind the transformation, an overview of the general
project, what is happening at SCLS interlibrary loan because of it, and
how it is impacting South Central Library System members. (RSRT)
Powerpoint Presentation: From
WISCAT ILL to OCLC (.ppt file) |
| 2-3 pm |
Cool Story Programs for the School Age Crowd
Many public libraries offer traditional story programs for preschoolers
but not for those kids who have started elementary school. Rob Reid will
share lesson plan ideas to encourage public libraries to continue
offering story programs (not theme parties) on a regular basis for
thisslightly older age group. Offbeat themes include "Big and Bad," "Clickety-Clackety,
Creaky-Squeaky Stories," "Down and Dirty," "What Stinks?," "Underwear
and Other Unruly Clothing," and more. (YSS)
Cool Storytimes Handout
by Rob Reid |
| 2-3 pm |
GOOGLE-icious!
Google is more than just a pretty face! You
probably use it everyday but aren’t aware of all it has to offer. Join
us for tips on Google’s latest features and tricks on how to use them.
We’ll also highlight other search engines you should keep your eye on. (MATS)
Google Web Search Features -
http://www.google.com/help/features.html
Google Help: Cheat Sheet -
http://www.google.com/help/cheatsheet.html
Beyond Google -
http://www.wla.lib.wi.us/mats/conferences/BeyondGoogle2005.pdf |
| 2-3 pm |
The Front Lines of Youth Activism: A New Generation Works for
Civil Liberties
As we witness our freedoms being challenged, threatened
and disregarded in a post-9/11 world, young people are mobilizing to
protect their rights. By increasing awareness, responsibility and
ultimately individual and collective action, the Youth & Civil Liberties
Council (YCLC) has enjoyed overwhelming success in its public education
programs and services over the past five years. Learn how social justice
and civic engagement are influencing the goals of schools and students
in Wisconsin. (IFRT) |
| 2-3 pm |
Public Schools and Libraries Working Together
With WLA and WEMA
sharing membership dues, there are members wondering “what’s in it for
my library or my school?” Two or more professionals speaking in dialog
format may elicit some valuable responses from members in the
audience.(WLTA) |
| 3:15-4:30 pm |
When History turns to Controversy
The Outagamie County Historical
Society has, in recent years, offered major exhibits on two area
residents who became famous. The exhibit on Senator Joseph McCarthy was
controversial because he still has some champions, while other people
would prefer that he faded into oblivion. Harry Houdini has been the
focus of a major exhibit at the Outagamie County Museum for years. But
the latest version of that exhibit, AKA Houdini, aroused the ire of some
magicians because is explains how the trick “Metamorphosis” is done. (WIGLHR) |
| 3:15-4:30 |
Building an energy collection: experience from the
field
Learn from fellow librarians how to empower your patrons with the
knowledge they need to make smart energy decisions. You will discover a
variety of energy information resources that show consumers how to save
money and make their homes more comfortable, durable, safe and energy
efficient. The Energy Center of Wisconsin is a private, non-profit
organization dedicated to improving energy sustainability including
support of energy efficiency, renewable energy, and environmental
protection. (GIRT) |
| 3:15-4:30 pm |
Federal and State Legislative Agenda and Budget
Issues
This is an opportunity to learn about the current status of library
legislation at the state and federal level and review progress and
assess efforts needed on behalf of the library legislative agenda. Among
the topics to be discussed will be the 2005-2007 state budget and other
legislative initiatives and federal legislative issues. (LD&L, DLTCL,
WAPL) |
| 3:15-4:30 pm |
Viewer's Advisory: Using Reader's Advisory to
Help Our Customers with What They Watch
Are you using your reader's
advisory skills to recommend to your customers what to watch? This
program will highlight web sites and print resources that are useful as
you make viewer's advisory suggestions and will also consider decisions
that need to be made in developing your library's visual materials collection. (READ, RASS) |
| 7-8 pm |
Idea Slam
Are you new to WAPL or WLA or YSS? This is an ideal
program for people who have ideas to share, but who might not feel
entirely comfortable giving an entire presentation. Do you have ideas
that you’d like to discuss with your colleagues from around the state?
Then this event is for you! Whether you want to participate in table
talk discussions on a specific theme or just network and meet colleagues
from around the state, all conference attendees are invited to attend
this informal gathering. (YSS) |
| 8-9:30 pm |
READ Book Discussion Group
Gary Niebuhr will lead READ’s ever
popular book discussion group. The book will be The Turtle Warrior by
Mary Relindes Ellis. From Booklist, "In Wisconsin's far north, an
isolated family is torn by war from within and without....Told from many
perspectives, this epic of the emotions explores themes of war, loss,
and family, showing the paralysis of grief and the healing power of
nature." Participants are encouraged to read the book before hand. (READ) |
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FRIDAY, MAY 13 |
| 9-10:15 am |
Spyware, Hackers, and Worms…oh my!
Security threats to public
access computers and how to neutralize them. You need to provide PCs for
public access, but along with them come a host of security concerns.
What threats are out there? How do your protect your computers and your
network? How do you balance the needs of your users with the need for
security? Come to this session to learn how! (MATS, WISLR)
Powerpoint Slides:
http://www.wla.lib.wi.us/mats/conferences/SpywareHackersOhMy.ppt |
| 9-10:15 am |
"Dragons, Dreams and Daring Deeds"
Last chance to get some ideas for planning your summer library
programs....books, games, stories and more. Presented by Patti Sinclair, editor of
the 2005 Summer Library Program Manual. (YSS)
Handouts: Merlin’s Medieval Menu (Word
Document); Merlin's Medieval Menu PDF;
Six Quests for Young Questers (Word
Document); Six Quests for Young Questers PDF;
Treasure Hunt (Word document);
Treasure Hunt PDF;
The First Days of Summer (gif) |
| 9-10:15 am |
Libraries and the Humanities: the Wisconsin Humanities Council
Jessica Becker, Program Officer at the Wisconsin Humanities Council will
discuss the newest "A More Perfect Union" book discussion series and
other programs. She will also provide information on the many ways that WHC can support humanities programs in your library. (SRRT, OSRT) |
| 9-10:15 am |
A Conundrum for Librarians
Directors, trustees, and friends are
encouraged to promote public libraries by developing a relationship with
legislators, county supervisors, and municipal officials. Advocacy for
library issues is one thing. Is it appropriate, especially for
directors, to campaign for a candidate or non-library issues? Are there
ethical, legal issues to consider? How do we preserve our rights as
citizens to be a part of the political process and maintain our
professional effectiveness? Find out how members of our panel resolve
this thorny issue. (LART) |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
Serving Those Who Served: Information Resources About Veterans
Benefits and Services
Attendees will have an opportunity to learn first
hand about the federal and state benefits and services that are
available to Wisconsin veterans and their families. Libraries can play a
vital role in assisting veterans locate the benefits and services that
they are entitled to receive. This session will provide background and
referral resources for information on loans, grants, compensation and
pension claims, health care, veterans homes, funeral honors and state
cemeteries. (GIRT) |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
Exploring the History of Your House
The age and ownership is a
house is a frequent local history question. Although the public library
does not have all the pieces of the research puzzle, it is a common
starting point. Mara Munroe of the Oshkosh Public Library will share her
presentation on this form of research, with suggestions for adapting it
to your community. (WIGLHR) |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
Divine Secrets of the Collaboration Code: Partnering with Other
Agencies to Provide Library Programs and Services
Looking for creative
ways to reach out to potential new library users from preschoolers to
seniors? Want to know the secrets of successful collaboration with
community partners? A panel of five seasoned collaborators from rural,
city, county and system libraries will present an overview of finding,
planning, budgeting for and evaluating successful collaborations. Then
each will highlight specific partnerships including: innovative school
library/public library partnerships that strengthen the bond between the
two; an LSTA-funded collaboration involving a rural community health
center; partnering with local agencies for staff training and
development; and nontraditional partners in the provision of library
services in rural areas. (OSRT, RASS, GIRT, SRRT)
Handout: Divine Secrets of the
Collaboration Code (Word Document) |
| 10:30-11:45 am |
Enhance Your Function with WebJunction: Learn the Secrets of the
Tool from Experienced Librarians
Planning a Web site redesign? Looking
for a quick refresher on how to protect your network from viruses? Need
to learn more about Internet privacy, filtering software? Listen to Bob
Boucher of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and a panel of
your peers talk about how they use WebJunction, the free online service
for small and medium-sized libraries created through the Bill & Melinda
Gates Foundation and OCLC. (WILS) |
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