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This Week at ULC
Newsletter | April 5, 2023
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ULC INNOVATIONS CELEBRATION APRIL 27 | |
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On Thursday, April 27 at 4 p.m. ET, we invite you to join your peers and pals for ULC’s Innovations Celebration! This year’s virtual program will showcase the year’s Top Innovators and Honorable Mentions with special video highlights. We will also hear from ULC’s President and CEO Brooks Rainwater.
Plus, tune in to find out the fantastic location of ULC's 2023 Annual Forum, being held later this year on October 25-27, 2023.
Join us as we recognize and support the best and brightest library Innovations of 2023!
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How to Support Mental Health and Well-Being in Your Library
Tuesday, April 18 | 1-2 p.m. ET
Join ULC for a webinar on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 1 p.m. ET to discover how Pima County Public Library formed its newest affinity team focused on community health and wellness. Heather Severson (Tween Services Librarian) and Karyn Prechtel-Altman (Deputy Director of Community Engagement) will share the work that Pima County Public Library is beginning with their groundbreaking Synapse Team, with the goal of creating an atmosphere that reduces the stigma often associated with mental health issues so that patrons and staff feel empowered to seek whatever help they need.
Speakers:
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Heather Severson, Tween Services Librarian, Pima County Public Library
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Karyn Prechtel-Altman, Deputy Director of Community Engagement, Pima County Public Library
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Libraries' entrepreneurial services are often overlooked by patrons as a resource they can use — but that makes it no less valuable. Public libraries have the unique ability to level the entrepreneurial playing field. Too often, barriers to access such as cost, higher education and systemic racism make the possibility of starting a business seem impossible. The library is trusted, inclusive and free.
In the latest edition of "From the CEO," hear from Brooks Rainwater on the invaluable nature of public libraries as entrepreneurial hubs across North America.
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Recognizing Library Foundations on Library Giving Day
ULC Member Libraries
This week, libraries all across North America celebrated Library Giving Day — with many celebrations and fundraisers extending throughout the month. ULC hopes that this awareness day raised both awareness of the impact of your library and funds for continued innovation! This is also a great time to recognize the ongoing efforts and support of library development professionals, who do this work all year round.
View highlights of #LibraryGivingDay by following the hashtag on following the hashtag on Twitter!
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Conveying the Importance of Libraries' Safety and Security
Edmonton Public Library, Toronto Public Library
Last month, Edmonton Public Library's CEO and ULC Board Member Pilar Martinez and Toronto Public Library's Director of Service, Development and Innovation Pam Ryan joined CBC's "The Current with Matt Galloway" to discuss safety and security in libraries. All across North America, public libraries are facing increased security incidents. In the interview, these library leaders convey the importance balance of providing an open and accessible yet safe space for patrons and staff.
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Climate Change and What's Next
Boston Public Library
First-ever White House National Climate Advisor, former EPA Administrator, Harvard professor, and environmental thought leader Gina McCarthy joined Boston Public Library President David Leonard for BPL's 2023 Lowell Lecture Series You are Here: Climate Change and What’s Next. The series features experts in the environmental field and aim to provide a varied and comprehensive look at climate change, and offer attendees and listeners real world solutions.
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Sonia Alcántara-Antoine is a Top Woman of 2023!
Baltimore County Public Library
Baltimore County Public Library's CEO Sonia Alcántara-Antoine has been selected as one of Maryland's The Daily Record's Top Women for 2023! This honor recognizes women in Maryland who have demonstrated professional accomplishments, community leadership and mentoring. As well as being an important part of ULC's Directors member group, Sonia is also a valued voice in ULC's anti-racism work. Congratulations, Sonia!
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ULC SUBMITS COMMENTS TO FCC | |
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ULC submitted reply comments to the FCC concerning the eligibility of cybersecurity features and functions for federal E-rate support. ULC urged the FCC to take short term action to:
- Extend Category 2 funding to cover firewalls and cyber security needs of all libraries and schools,
- Make this change allowable for the July 1, 2024 funding year, and
- Provide an additional cap for the addition of these allowable expenses within the overall limit of the Universal Service Fund.
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Our ULC Member Job Board is regularly updated as we learn of new positions that are open at our member libraries. Once you are logged into your ULC member account, you can access the Job Board link on the left side under “Member Hub.” And, if you have a job posting at your library, please email info@urbanlibraries.org and we will gladly add it to the Job Board!
The latest job postings:
- HR Manager - Alexandria Library
- Branch Operations Manager - Seattle Public Library
- Assistant Director, Capital Projects & Facilities Services - LA County Library
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ULC's Member Knowledge Exchange makes it easy for our members to build relationships and share transformative tools and ideas with ULC library leaders across North America. If you have a resource you'd like to share with other member libraries, please email info@urbanlibraries.org.
The latest resources:
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ULC Development Professionals Call - Library Foundations and Advocacy
Member Group Call
April 5 | 3-4 p.m. ET
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ULC Analytics and Tech Leaders Call
Member Group Call
April 13 | 2-3 p.m. ET
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ULC Education Leaders Call
Member Group Call
April 17 | 2-3 p.m. ET
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ULC Customer Experience Call
Member Group Call
April 17 | 3-3:30 p.m. ET
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ULC Collections Leaders Call
Member Group Call
April 17 | 3-4 p.m. ET
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ULC Deputy Directors Call
Member Group Call
April 17 | 4-5 p.m. ET
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How to Support Mental Health and Well-Being in Your Library
Member Webinar
April 18 | 1-2 p.m. ET
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Evaluating Summer Programs Webinar
Summer Learning Boot Camp #4
April 20 | 2-3 p.m. ET
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Save the Date: 2023 Annual Forum
This October 25-27, 2023, ULC will convene our member community to engage in expert-led discussions and activities to elevate our shared understanding of the challenges our library leaders face to develop best practices and strategies to best serve our staff and patrons. Registration will open later this year.
The location of the 2023 ULC Annual Forum will be announced at this year's Innovations Celebration on April 27!
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Arlington Public Library
Libraries like Arlington Public Library had a lot of fun on April Fool's Day — Check out APL's "Book Cart Racing" championship team.
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San Antonio Public Library
A recent article in The Gazette features Sam Helmick, a librarian at the Iowa City Public Library, who is fighting for all books — even the one that "hurt [their] feelings."
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Brampton Library
Patrons at Brampton Library got a new twist on Paint Night — by painting with spices!
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Columbus Metropolitan Library
These prom visitors made sure to stop by the Northern Lights Branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library before the big dance.
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