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Focus on Indiana Libraries
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Volume 71 Number 8, August 2017
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ILF President's Column
August, and the start of school
School is starting, or has started. Getting into the normal routines is so important. Another routine to get into is reading. I’ll confess that I’ve been a reader for a long time.
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- President's Column
- Board Approves Strategic Vision
- Conference Registration Links
- ILF Annual Conference
- IPLA Conference/Fall Forum
- CYPD Conf
- Great Things are Happening
- ILF Advocacy in Action
- Volunteer Call-Out
- What It's Worth Lunch-n-Learn
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2017 ILF Annual Conference:
Creating Our Tomorrow
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November 13-15
Indianapolis Marriott East
7202 E. 21st St., Indianapolis, IN
Registration Rates:
Full Conference (rates go up Oct. 13)
Member
- $180
Non-member
- $275
One Day
Member
- $160
Non-member
- $255
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Board Approves Strategic Vision
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Mission:
Indiana Library Federation leads, educates and advocates to advance library services for the benefit of Indiana residents.
Vision:
Through access to responsive and innovative libraries, Indiana residents have the knowledge and skills to thrive.
We thank the 750+ people who helped to shape this process, contributing time, talent and ideas.
Learn more
. Help us carry the message about how ILF is working to shape the future for Indiana's libraries.
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IPLA Conference and
Legislative Fall Forum
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All Indiana library staff are welcome at either full-day session or both on
October 4-5.
Seating is limited, and the hotel rate ends Sept. 4, so register early.
IN Public Library Association (IPLA) Conference
Registration Rates:
Member - $60
Non-member - $80
- Immigration 101: What Library Staff Need to Know about Executive Orders, Court Orders and ICE
- Eligibility Programs: Understanding the Poverty Guidelines and Special Criteria for Healthcare, SNAP, TANF, etc. in the Changing Environment
- The Role of the Library in Indiana
External speakers for each session.
Legislative Fall Forum
Registration Rates:
Member - $40
Non-member - $60
- Discuss and prioritize policy issues
- Provide input in ILF's advocacy plan
- Take-home advocacy plan
Special Guest: Steve Braun, IN Dept. of Workforce Development Commissioner
Where:
Hamilton East Public Library, Fishers Location, Five Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN 46038. Hotel is in Hamilton Town Center.
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With Libraries and Justice for All -
Aug. 27-28
Children & Young People's Division (CYPD) Conference
Join us
August 27-28
for the 2017 CYPD Conference
With Libraries and Justice for All
. Keynote speaker and popular author and illustrator
Bob Shea
will headline the two-day conference packed with quality content.
In addition to sessions on
reading programs, computer coding and robotics, and building a diverse collection
, AND
outstanding authors
, we have recruited
special outside experts
to offer:
- Who Is That Person Taking Notes on a Laptop in the Children’s Area? Ways to Partner for Supervised Visitations
- Making Connections: Millennials, Minorities, and More
- Suicide Prevention in the Shadow of 13 Reasons Why
- 3D vs. 2D: Are there benefits to using technology with young children?
- Poverty Simulation - Experience it to improve service to families
- Sensory Friendly Libraries: Creating an Environment for All Families
- Interactive Family Learning
- Best Practices sessions - on serving children with disabilities and supporting E-learning and more...
Register online
--at an affordable rate of $175 for members, which includes 2 meals.
DEADLINE: August 18
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ILF and IN Dept of Workforce Development
After meetings with
Governor Holcomb
and his staff in July and August to discuss
ways that Indiana's libraries align with his education and workforce
initiatives, we have met with leaders from various departments in
IN Department of Workforce Development
. A number of Indiana public libraries will host
Workforce Innovation Network
sessions in September. We continue to explore ways that Indiana's libraries help to "skill up" Indiana's residents during a period of a low 3% unemployment rate.
ESSA Update
The
Indiana Department of Education
delivered its updated
State ESSA Plan
to the Governor's office for review before submitting in September. O
f the 523 comments received during the open comment period, the document references “support for certified librarians” as a School Improvement strategy (p. 166). ILF is also mentioned directly as a stakeholder with which IDOE met (p 22).
Congressional Visit
ILF coordinated a visit by
Congressman Trey Hollingsworth
(CD9) to the
Jeffersonville Township Public Library
. During the tour, Rep. Hollingsworth learned about the library's services, unique collaborations and federal funding in action. He was able to meet staff in different departments, as well as an adult education instructor placed by IN DWD at the library. Unfortunately, a similar visit by
Congresswoman Brooks
to
Alexandria-Monroe Public Library
was cancelled for scheduling difficulties. Thanks to staff at both libraries for their efforts.
Legislative Interim Study Committees
Interim Study Committees
are starting to meet. While not all meetings are yet scheduled, and agendas are not yet set, we have marked our calendars or are monitoring:
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Seeking Trustees and ALA Councilor
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What It's Worth!
Lunch-n-Learn
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The
ILF Nominations Committee
will start assembling candidates for the Board slate and other important committee appointments for 2018.
* 2
Trustee positions
on ILF Board,
* 1
Trustee
for ILF
President-Elect
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ALA Councilor
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Communications Committee
members
* other
Committee members
from academic, public, school and trustee
The ILF is considering ways to increase volunteer engagement. We plan to release our new
ILF Member and Leader Handbook
this fall, aligned with our Strategic Vision.
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The
Indiana Assets & Opportunity Network
is partnering with the Indiana Library Federation to help coordinate and host four lunch-n-learn
train-the-trainer sessions
across the state to discuss concepts from the book
What It’s Worth
, to share ways to strengthen the financial future of families and communities. Participants receive lunch, a copy of the book and ideas to replicate the program with patrons.
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Evansville Central Library
- Aug. 30
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West Lafayette Public Library - Sept. 12
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Shelby County Public Library - Sept. 14
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Valparaiso Public Library - Oct. 11
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Great Things Are Happening in Indiana Libraries
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Music is Escape for Library's 'Hip-Hop Intern'
By MEGAN ERBACHER Evansville Courier & Press
Since she was 9 years old, Brown hasn't hesitated to try out for school musicals or the choir. Music is her way of expressing herself. "I'm in my happy place when I sing," Brown, 18, said. "As soon as I start, I'm being myself and enjoying myself."
A passion for music is what landed the Bosse High School graduate the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library's paid summer internship through a new program sponsored by the Public Library Association. The Inclusive Internship Initiative is a public library internship awarded to about 50 high school juniors or seniors across the U.S. who come from diverse backgrounds.
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Whole New Outlook: Library adds glasses to help color blind people
By RYAN TRARES Daily Journal
The colors were so vibrant, so crisp, so alive that it was hard to turn away.
Joe Whetstine stood in his backyard and just marveled at what he was seeing for the first time. The 47-year-old Franklin resident had been born colorblind. Shades of red, blue, green and purple did not show up well in his vision, giving the world a brownish hue. But with a special pair of glasses from the Johnson County Public Library, he was finally seeing the full colors of the trees, grass, flowers and bushes.
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Library receives international attention following Banksy announcement
When Kokomo-Howard County Public Library announced last month that it would play host to an original Bansky piece, the world responded. On an international level, the story was picked up by the American Libraries magazine, which goes to libraries around the world. Nationally, it was picked up by U.S. News and World Report. Statewide, it was picked up by Fox 59 and featured in Visit Indiana’s newsletter on the best festivals and events in August.
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World religions will be explained at libraries
"A World of Faith and Cultures in Our Neighborhoods" will be presented again Saturday, Aug. 19. The two presentations will be at 10:30 a.m. at the Osgood Public Library, and again at 2 p.m. at the Tyson Library, Versailles. There is no cost to attend, and all are welcome. The Ripley County Community Foundation and Indiana Humanities are providing funding for the project.
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Reading program finishes with elegant tea
The Washington Carnegie Public Library was transformed on July 28 into the veranda of an Italian villa for the eighth closing tea for the library's Adult Summer Reading Program. The theme for this year's tea was "Bella Vista Te" or Tea with a Beautiful View. The 69 guests had completed the requirements of reading one of two books and attending four of 13 programs.
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Generating creative solutions, sparking civic dialogue with On the Table
By LU ANN FRANKLIN Times Correspondent
To generate creative solutions and spark civic dialogue throughout Lake County, Legacy Foundation is partnering with the Lake County Public Library, Indiana University Northwest and Ivy Tech Community College to promote its community initiative, On the Table.
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Quick Links
So much is happening at
ILF
. Here are a few quick links:
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Calendar
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Note that several of the links go to "members only" documents.
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Silent Auction
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Annual Conference Silent Auction?
Popular items include themed baskets, local food & wine, library-themed items, jewelry, book bundles, and child-themed gifts.
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