THEVOICE for America’s Libraries ISSN 1084-4694 VOLUME 21, ISSUE 1 January 2020

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Advocates of All Ages: Recruiting honors in 2016. Emily Younger Trustees and Friends completed her MSLIS Madeline Jarvis is the while serving as Catho- Adult and Information lic University’s associate Services Manager at director of communica- IN THIS ISSUE the Marion (IA) Public tions. Previously, she Library. She and her was a senior associate President’s Message 2 team cultivate collec- with The Pew Chari- Emily Wagner News & Notes 3 tions, services, and table Trusts. Around ALA 4 partnerships to serve Madeline Jarvis the Marion community. National Library Week: “Find Your Framework for Foundations 6 She is passionate about identifying and Place at the Library” Tools for Trustees 8 eliminating barriers to resources for Staff from ALA’s Communication & Focus on Friends 10 her patrons; helping the library serve as Marketing Office coordinate National a catalyst for community development; Library Week, an annual celebration Friends on Campus 14 and finding the perfect slice of pizza. highlighting the valuable role libraries, State Friends Spotlight 15 librarians, and library workers play in Good Ideas from the Network 16 Tess Wilson is the Com- transforming lives and strengthening munity Engagement our communities. Corporate Sponsors & Board of Directors 23 Coordinator for the Books for Babies 24 National Network of The E’s of Libraries®: Education, Libraries of Medicine, Employment, Entrepreneurship, Middle Atlantic Region. Empowerment, and Engagement She earned a BA in PLA CONFERENCE Wed., April 8, 2 p.m. Eastern English from Washburn Tess Wilson Learn about sessions for Trustees, University, an MFA in Alan Fishel is a partner Friends, and Foundations at the creative writing from Chatham Univer- at the law firm of Ar- upcoming Public Library Association sity, and an MA in library and infor- ent Fox and leads the Conference in Nashville. mation science from the University of firm’s Communications page 3 Pittsburgh. & Technology group. He has represented FRIENDS EVENTS National Library Legislative Day: ALA on many matters, including at the Federal Get ideas from Friends groups How Trustees, Friends, and Alan Fishel across the country for your 2020 Foundations Can Get Involved Communications Com- mission with regard to National Friends of Libraries Week Emily Wagner is a deputy director the proceeding under which the FCC celebrations. of Advocacy Communications in the increased the size of the E-rate fund by page 18 ALA’s Advocacy and Public Policy more than $1 billion annually. Alan Office. She is a former ALA Chapter also serves on the United for Libraries SAVE THE DATES Councilor, representing the District of board, and he is the chair of the E’s Columbia Library Association, and a Check out ALA’s 2020 Congressional of Libraries® Task Force. In addition, past president of ALA’s student chapter and State Legislative Calendars for Alan frequently provides training on a at The Catholic University of America, information on conferences, advocacy variety of topics, including with respect opportunities, and more. which awarded Emily her M.S. in Li- page 20 brary and Information Science with continued on page 13

www.ala.org/united 1-800-545-2433, ext. 2161 [email protected] 1 President’s Message

Friends & Foundations: To merge, or not to merge?

As a library ficiencies of time. Library staff typically public in such a way that people who fundraising con- need to attend all of the meetings of are not library insiders will understand sultant, the ques- Friends and Foundations. Having two the unique roles of Friends and Foun- tion I am most groups requires twice as much time dation? frequently asked from library staff. And two groups So merger may not be in your im- is: Should my need to recruit two sets of volunteer mediate future. But continue to nurture library’s Friends Board members and also file all of the the unique roles of each support group. group and Foun- necessary documents required by your And re-evaluate the possibility of merg- dation merge? The state to maintain nonprofit status. ing every few years. An organization’s answer is yes, no, But a merger obviously isn’t the viability and volunteer leadership can and maybe. Every Peter Pearson, United answer for every library. What would change quickly and may necessitate a library’s situa- for Libraries President be some of the reasons that merger fresh look at merger. Our Friends and tion is unique and would not be the best thing to do? The Foundations are valuable allies in help- deserves serious deliberation before a most obvious is the will of the two ing the library to meet the ever increas- decision is made to merge or continue groups. If one or both of the groups ing needs of the community. They de- to operate independently. is dead set against merging, it clearly serve our support and encouragement. So what are the advantages or will not work to force a merger. An- They are our local unsung heroes. benefits of merging the two groups? other reason not to merge is if the two There are several obvious advantages. groups have clearly defined roles and Probably the most compelling reason responsibilities, communicate well with The United for Libraries would be the level of support a merged each other and the community at large office will be closed group could provide to the library. You and work extremely well side by side. get the best of both worlds in a merged I’ve seen numerous communities where Monday, Feb. 17. group. You get a very dedicated group this is the case. If it’s not broken, don’t of volunteers combined with profes- fix it. Another reason not to merge is sional fundraising staff and influential if one of the organizations has a bad Board members who together can max- reputation in the community. Merg- imize the level of support to the library. ing a well-run organization with one The merged group can raise money that has a bad reputation will probably through used book sales as well as rais- bring down the reputation of the better ing money annually from individuals, organization. In these cases, it makes foundations and corporations. more sense for the library to give lots Just as important is the lack of of support to the well-run organization confusion in the general public. Many in hopes that the other will atrophy The Voice for America’s Libraries is people who aren’t intimately involved over time. And this often happens. published by United for Libraries: in the library have a difficult time dis- More important than merging is The Association of Library Trustees, tinguishing between the Friends and creating the atmosphere where all li- Advocates, Friends and Foundations, the Foundation. When this happens, brary support organizations can thrive. a division of the American Library those individuals are disinclined to sup- This means setting up the proper com- Association (ALA). port either group. If you decide to en- munication channels for all groups. Do gage in political advocacy at the local they have ex-officio members who sit For membership information, call level, a merged Friends and Foundation on each other’s Boards for communica- (800) 545-2433, ext. 2161, email may be ideal for your advocacy efforts. tion? Do they at least annually have [email protected], or visit www.ala.org/ Many of the Friends members know a joint meeting of both groups? Is the united. their elected officials on a grassroots library director clear with each group basis. Combining their relationships what she or he expects from them Send editorial contributions, articles, with the elected officials with the pres- in the way of support and activities? newsletters and news releases ence of some of the Foundation’s well- Does each group’s Board Chair meet attention The Voice to [email protected]. known corporate Board members is a regularly with the library director to winning combination of influence over keep channels of communication open? The Voice is a copyrighted publication elected officials. Does each group communicate with its and cannot be photocopied and And then there is the issue of ef- members and donors and the general distributed.

2 www.ala.org/united 1-800-545-2433, ext. 2161 [email protected] News & Notes

United for Libraries at the Public Library Association Conference Upcoming events PLA 2020 Conference The Public Library Association Coordina- Feb. 25-29, 2020 Conference will be held Feb. 25-29, tor, Nation- Nashville, Tenn. 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. Offered bien- al Network www.placonference.org nially, the PLA Conference is the pre- of Libraries mier event for public libraries, drawing of Medicine National Library Week thousands of librarians, library support – Middle April 19-25, 2020 staff, Trustees, Friends, and library Atlantic Re- www.ala.org/nlw vendors from across the country and gion; Lina Library Giving Day around the world. This multi-day event Bertinelli, April 23, 2020 offers over 120 top-quality education Workforce http://librarygivingday.org programs, inspirational and entertaining Librarian, Enoch Pratt Free Library speakers, social events that include au- and Maryland State Library Resource Preservation Week thor luncheons and networking recep- Center; Kathy Kosinski, Califa April 26 – May 2, 2020 tions, and a bustling exhibits hall featur- www.ala.org/preservationweek Other sessions of interest to Trustees, ing the latest in products and services. National Library Legislative Day Friends, and Foundations: The PLA Conference is presented by Washington, D.C. the Public Library Association (PLA), Uniting Library Patrons, Staff, Donors, May 4-5, 2020 the largest association dedicated to sup- and Advocates for Library Giving Day www.ala.org/advocacy/nlld porting the unique and evolving needs Fri., Feb. 28, 2020 International Public Library of public library professionals. In col- 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. laboration with its parent organization, Fundraising Conference June 14-16, 2020 the American Library Association, PLA Increasing awareness around the impor- Austin, Tex. strives to help its members shape the tance of libraries and building a culture http://iplf-conference.org essential institution of public libraries of philanthropy among library staff, by serving as an indispensable ally for patrons, and the larger community will ALA Annual Conference public library leaders. For a complete have a lasting impact on your fundrais- Chicago, Ill. schedule, visit www.placonference.org. ing and advocacy efforts. Learn how June 25-30, 2020 #LibraryGivingDay provides opportuni- www.ala.org/conferencesevents/ Recruiting and Engaging Friends ties to activate your library patrons and annual-conference and Trustees Under Age 40 staff while attracting new donors to Banned Books Week Fri., Feb. 28, 2020 support your library. Hear how libraries Sept. 27 – Oct. 3, 2020 2:15-3:15 p.m. of all sizes can participate by collaborat- www.bannedbooksweek.org ing through this fundraising movement Millennials are more likely than other for the benefit of all libraries. Association for Rural & Small adults to have visited the library re- Speakers: Jonna Ward, Chief Ex- Libraries Conference cently. However, most Friends and ecutive Officer, Seattle Public Library Wichita, Kan. Trustee boards do not have even a Foundation; Christina McPhillips, Vice Sept. 30 – Oct. 3, 2020 single Millennial member (Pew 2016, President of Business Development, http://arsl.info/annual-conference ALA 2018). What accounts for this Carl Bloom Associates discrepancy, and how can we rectify it? Learn how to attract Millennials to Developing Your Library’s Fiscal Plan your Friends group and Board of Trust- Sat., Feb. 29, 2020 To like and follow United ees, and turn the largest generation of 10:45-11:45 a.m. for Libraries on Facebook, library users into your best advocates. Speakers: Veronda Pitchford, Assis- This presentation will provide helpful visit www.facebook.com/ tant Director, Califa, United for Librar- hints and a toolkit for monitoring ex- unitedforlibraries. To fol- ies Board Member; Madeline Jarvis, penses, developing budgets, conducting low United for Libraries on Adult and Information Services Man- audits, and securing a long-range fiscal ager, Marion (Iowa) Public Library; plan for your library. Examples of each Twitter, visit www.twitter. Tess Wilson, Community Engagement com/ala_united. continued on page 13

January 2020 3 Around ALA

10 librarians receive coveted I Love My Librarian Award for life-changing public service

ALA announced 10 winners of and work with “The American Place,” the prestigious I Love My Librarian the library’s comprehensive resource Award. Recipients are dynamic librar- center for immigrants and refugees. ians from academic, public and school She also works to provide low-income libraries who were nominated by pa- adults with job training and extended trons nationwide for their profound access to technology. impact on the lives of families, stu- dents, teachers and information seekers Maria Papanastassiou in their communities. Arlington Heights (Ill.) Memorial The I Love My Librarian Award Library honors librarians who go above and Papanastassiou is honored for her beyond traditional library service. This Stephanie Dannehl work in making the library more acces- coveted award was established in 2008 Bertrand (Neb.) Community School sible, including instituting “Early Open and recognizes outstanding public ser- Dannehl is the first-ever Nebraska li- for Families with Special Needs,” and vice that has transformed lives through brarian to receive this honor and is rec- in recognition of Papanastassion’s ef- education and lifelong learning. ALA ognized for bringing innovative tech- forts to create a welcoming playgroup has received more than 19,000 nomi- nology to students, including mixed for special needs children and meet- nations since the award’s inception, but reality and 3D design. ups for caregivers and developmental only 120 librarians have received this therapists. distinguished honor. Cathy Evans “Our nation’s librarians serve the St. Mary’s Episcopal School, Memphis, Leah Plocharczyk needs and aspirations of their commu- Tenn. Florida Atlantic University, Jupiter, Fla. nities by promoting education, employ- Evans is honored for her ability to Plocharczyk is recognized for her work ment, entrepreneurship, empowerment empower students to safely explore with marine biologists on an experi- and engagement,” said American difficult topics (like mental illness and ment studying dolphin migration pat- Library Association President Wanda racism) through a “Fireside Chat” se- terns and her work with adults with Kay Brown. “Congratulations to this ries and self-help resources. intellectual disabilities and special edu- year’s I Love My Librarian Award cation academic research. recipients, who represent the highest Melissa Glanden qualities in social service and transform Powhatan (Va.) High School Janet Tom lives every day.” Glanden is recognized for physically San Francisco Public Library ALA received 1,974 nominations transforming the school’s library into Tom is honored for her innovative for this year’s award detailing the a “chill zone” that offers maker spaces “Death and Dying” program series, incredible achievements of librarians and flexible seating, as well as innova- which helps community members deal across the country and highlighting tive partnerships with English and car- with grief and dispels the taboo around the indispensable role librarians play pentry classes. discussing our mortality, and her work within their communities, schools and with San Francisco Chinese Alzheimer’s campuses. Award recipients include MaryAnne Hansen Association to create a Cantonese/ three academic librarians, three public Montana State University, Bozeman, English bilingual forum for elders librarians and four school librarians. Mont. and their caregivers. This year’s winners are: Hansen is honored for her leadership and her work with the Tribal College Tracie Walker-Reed Jesús Alonso-Regalado Librarians Professional Development H. Grady Spruce High School, Dallas, University at Albany, SUNY, Albany, Institute, which provides key profes- Texas N.Y. sional development opportunities for Walker-Reed is honored for her 1:1 Alonso-Regalado is acknowledged for librarians serving Indigenous college tutoring and mentoring of at-risk and his work in supporting information students. low-income students. Nominators literacy through his “Librarian with a highlighted Walker-Reed’s support of Latte” program and his commitment to Homa Naficy the school’s learning process through ensuring access to textbooks regardless Hartford (Conn.) Public Library of a student’s ability to pay. Naficy is honored for her leadership continued on page 13

4 www.ala.org/united 1-800-545-2433, ext. 2161 [email protected] Around ALA

Congress approves $10 million increase for federal library funding

Before adjourning for the holidays, IMLS is a independent agency of proud of everyone who called, emailed, Congress provided the largest increase the federal government that advances, tweeted, and met with their members for the Institute of Museum and Li- supports, and empowers America’s of Congress in D.C. and at home — brary Services (IMLS) and the Library museums, libraries, and related organi- this is your win!” Services and Technology Act (LSTA) zations through grantmaking, research, The library funding success follows funding in 12 years. The House- and policy development. on the engagement of many ALA mem- and Senate-approved final FY 2020 “ALA advocates’ tireless work bers who advocated for funding year- spending bills included $252 million to make the case for library funding round. Be part of the success by signing for IMLS, a $10 million increase has resulted in the highest increase for up to be an ALA advocate at ala.org/ for an agency originally marked for IMLS in the last decade,” said ALA takeaction. elimination by the president. President Wanda K. Brown. “I am so

Deborah Caldwell-Stone appointed director, ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom and executive director of the Freedom to Read Foundation

ALA is pleased to a wide range of intellectual freedom Caldwell-Stone served as an attorney announce the promotion issues, including censorship of library and former appellate litigator with the of Deborah Caldwell- resources, book challenges, internet law firm of Cassiday, Schade & Gloor Stone to director of the filtering, meeting room policies and the and as litigation attorney in the Ameri- ALA Office for Intel- impact of new technologies, regulations, tech legal department. lectual Freedom (OIF). and government surveillance on library Caldwell-Stone is an honors gradu- Deborah served as users’ privacy and confidentiality. ate of the Chicago-Kent College of Law Deborah interim director of OIF In her new role, Caldwell-Stone at the Illinois Institute of Technology Caldwell-Stone since November, 2018. will serve as the principal representa- where she holds a Juris Doctor and the In her new role, she also tive of ALA to organizations that sup- Cleveland State University, where she will serve as executive director for the port intellectual freedom, open access earned a B.A. in mass media communi- Freedom to Read Foundation (FTRF), to information and privacy, both na- cations. an allied 501(c)(3) organization, which tionally and internationally. She will be Special thanks to the selection com- participates in freedom of speech and responsible for the overall operational mittee: Gavin Baker (Deputy Director, freedom of the press litigation. and fiscal management of the office. As ALA Public Policy & Government Caldwell-Stone previously served Executive Director of FTRF, Deborah Relations); Mary Ghikas (ALA Execu- as interim director of OIF. In this role also will have management authority as tive Director); Mario Gonzalez (former she served as OIF’s chief legal and well as responsibility for advancing the Freedom to Read Foundation Treasurer policy analyst, advising member lead- goals of education and outreach of the and Executive Director, Passaic Public ers about emerging intellectual freedom Foundation. She is also the secretariat Library); Jody Gray (former Director, issues, recommending needed changes for the LeRoy C. Merritt Humanitar- ALA Office for Diversity, Literacy and to ALA policies and serving as media ian Fund, which provides support to li- Outreach Services); Dan Hoppe (AED spokesperson for press inquiries related brary workers who are, in the Trustees’ ALA Human Resources); Beth Nawalin- to intellectual freedom. She has advised opinions, denied employment rights or ski (Executive Director, ALA United for on a variety of topics including the discriminated against on the basis of Libraries); Lorelle Swader (AED ALA USA PATRIOT Act, the constitutional- gender, sexual orientation, race, color, Offices & Member Relations); and Julia ity of internet filtering and the value of creed, religion, age, disability, or place Warga (ALA Intellectual Freedom Com- Banned Books Week. of national origin or denied employ- mittee Chair, Director for Research and Throughout her tenure, Caldwell- ment rights because of defense of intel- Instruction, Kenyon College). Stone has worked closely with librar- lectual freedom. For more information about OIF, ians, teachers, and library trustees on Prior to joining ALA in 2000, visit www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/oif.

January 2020 5 Framework for Foundations

Broward County (Fla.) Library Foundation sponsors 18th annual Storybook Festival

Children and families were invited to enjoy an amazing free day of fun activities at Broward County Library’s 18th Annual Storybook Festival on Sat., Nov. 16, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. The 2019 Storybook Festival fo- cused on visual literacy, graphic novels, comic books, hybrid books, anime, manga and cartoons to develop think- ing skills, comprehension and promote literacy among young, reluctant and dyslexic readers. Drew Brockington, Broward County (Fla.) Library Foundation author and illustrator of the CatStro- sponsors an annual Storybook Festival nauts series, is the special guest at this featuring storytelling performances, live year’s event. entertainment, facepainting, and more. The Children interacted with their fa- first 1,000 children who arrive at the festival vorite storybook characters in the Fan- receive a free book. tasy Forest, and enjoyed the “Swappin’ Ground” area where they heard stories and told their own. Food trucks were on site, selling tasty treats all day. Chil- dren got their face painted for free, and parents brought cameras to take pho- tos at the “official” Storybook Photo Spots. The first 1,000 children who arrived at the festival received a free book. Children were encouraged to come to the festival in costume, and join the Storybook Parade. There was be a full day of storytelling, storybook charac- ters and children’s performances on four stages. Featured events included • Storytellers: Mij Byram & Windell Campbell • Entertainers: Marci Poppins, Bucky & Gigi Show, Juggling • Fantasy Forest: Follow a path the City of Pembroke Pines Parks The Storybook Festival is funded through the enchanted forest and and Recreation through the Broward Public Library meet storybook characters includ- • Local Authors Tent: Meet local Foundation with support from the City ing Rapunzel, Little Red Riding authors of Pembroke Pines. It is sponsored by Hood, Goldilocks, Rumpelstiltskin • Virtual Reality Demos: Experience the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, and more the effects of virtual/augmented the Children’s Services Council of Bro- • Costumed Characters: Llama Lla- reality ward County and the Friends of South- ma, Elephant and Piggie, Pikachu, • Fire Truck: Meet firefighters, tour west Regional Library and Broward Clifford the Big Red Dog truck provided by the City of Pem- Family Life magazine. • Arts & Craft Tent: Sponsored by broke Pines Fire Rescue

6 www.ala.org/united 1-800-545-2433, ext. 2161 [email protected] Framework for Foundations

ALA awards Library Census Equity Fund mini-grants to two Foundations and three Friends groups

The American Library Association how political representation and criti- The 59 grantees will undertake (ALA) announced the names of 59 li- cal resources are distributed for the their activities in January through April braries, including three Friends groups next ten years, and libraries are es- 2020. The self-response period for the and two Foundations – selected to re- sential partners in making sure the 2020 Census will begin after March ceive Library Census Equity Fund mini- data collected as part of the Census 12, 2020. grants of $2,000 to bolster their service is complete and accurate,” said ALA A recent tip sheet and companion to hard-to-count communities and help President Wanda Brown. webinar developed with the task force, achieve a complete count in the 2020 According to the U.S. Census Bu- Preparing My Library for the 2020 Census. The two Foundations are Cop- reau, populations historically under- Census, offers guidance and potential pin State University, Parlett L. Moore counted in the decennial effort include sources of funding to support library Library, (Development Foundation), young children, people experiencing census activities. Baltimore, Md., and Prince William homelessness, American Indians and To learn more and access a wide Public Library System Foundation, Alaska Natives, and people of color. range of information and tools for Woodbridge, Va. The three Friends In the 2020 Census, which will have supporting a fair, inclusive and com- groups are Friends of the Chattanooga a new online response option, people plete count in the 2020 Census, visit (Tenn.) Public Library, Friends of the who lack internet access or online www.ala.org/census and follow the Dallas (Texas) Public Library, Inc., and skills may also be at risk of being un- conversation on social media with Friends of the Dothan Houston County dercounted. (To learn more, see ALA’s #CountOnLibraries. (Ala.) Library System. Libraries’ Guide to the 2020 Census at “The 2020 Census will determine www.ala.org/census.)

Participate in Library Giving Day on April 23

United for Libraries, along with als, but they also offer many programs ALA and the Public Library Associa- that promote lifelong learning, connect tion, are among the partners in the patrons to technology, and advance our second annual Library Giving Day knowledge. (librarygivingday.org), a one-day fun- #LibraryGivingDay is a one-day draising event started by the Seattle fundraising event with the goal of en- (Wash.) Public Library Foundation. couraging people who depend on and Library Giving Day is the Thursday of enjoy public libraries to donate to their National Library Week (www.ala.org/ individual library system. And in turn, conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/ that support will go toward the incred- 2. Download the Toolkit: The Toolkit natlibraryweek). ible programs, services and materials will provide you with all the re- Library Giving Day started as an provided by local libraries all over the sources you need to get started. idea generated by the Seattle Public country. 3. Start Planning Your Campaign: Library Foundation. The concept was Plan ahead to make your #Library GivingDay campaign a huge suc- to create a national day of giving that How Your Library Can Make a Difference cess. public libraries would rally around When you get involved in Library 4. Connect with Other Libraries and that the public would embrace. Giving Day, your library can have So, Seattle Public Library partnered a lasting impact on the success and Reach out to public library col- with their strategic library fundrais- growth of #LibraryGivingDay. Below leagues to learn what others are doing. ing partner, Carl Bloom Associates, to are steps that you can take to get start- turn the idea into a reality. As a result, ed, all at www.librarygivingday.org: The day to celebrate #Library the website www.librarygivingday.org GivingDay is April 23, 2020. Join the and its campaign tools are available to 1. Join the Movement: Your library movement, download the campaign make #LibraryGivingDay a success. can bring us closer to our goal of tools, and start planning at www As we know, public libraries are a national day of giving for public .librarygivingday.org. Together, we known for books and research materi- libraries. can make it a success!

January 2020 7 Tools for Trustees

Study: More than $1 billion in library funding to be allocated based on Census results New report demonstrates impact of 2020 Census on libraries and communities

A new analysis released Nov. 18 cennial census determines the level of The American Library Association reveals that more than $1 billion in funding allotted to each state through (ALA) has been preparing libraries for federal funding for libraries will be the Library Services and Technology the impact the decennial census will allocated to states based on the 2020 Act (LSTA). The legislation’s Grants to have on local library resources and Census. Published by Professor An- States program provides federal fund- staff and is encouraging libraries to drew Reamer of the George Washing- ing to state library agencies to support partner with community organizations ton Institute of Public Policy at George libraries in their state. The program is to achieve an accurate count. Washington University, the study pin- one of more than 300 federal programs For more information on ALA ef- points the financial impact the census that allocates funding to local commu- forts to support a fair, inclusive and will have on libraries. nities based on data derives from the complete count in the 2020 Census, ALA President Wanda Brown said, Census. visit www.ala.org/census. Along with “This study demonstrates why a com- In fiscal year 2019, Congress ALA’s Libraries’ Guide to the 2020 plete count in the 2020 Census is so provided more than $160 million for Census, the site includes links to we- important to libraries. A fair, inclusive LSTA Grants to States. Thus, if Con- binars and tip sheets on specific topics and complete count in the 2020 Census gress provides level or increased fund- related to libraries’ role in the census, means that libraries in each state will ing each year over the next decade, the such as outreach to historically under- receive their fair share of federal fund- results of the 2020 Census will deter- counted groups and partnering with ing.” mine the allocation of more than $1 state and local Complete Count Com- The population count in the de- billion in funding for libraries. mittees.

United for Libraries invites Trustees to become Library Census Champions

United for Libraries, the Ameri- more than $800 billion each year for /LibraryCensusChampions. Library can Library Association (ALA) Pub- services and programs communities Census Champions will receive free lic Policy and Advocacy office and rely on, including federal funding for information, resources, and actions the Census Counts campaign have libraries. The Census is also the basis to take to ensure a fair and accurate launched Library Census Champions, a for drawing districts for federal, state, census. new network of state, local, and tribal and local offices. United for Libraries hosted a live library Trustees helping their libraries “With so much at stake for ev- webinar to introduce the Library Cen- and communities prepare for the 2020 eryone,” said Nawalinski, “United sus Champions initiative on Tuesday, Census. for Libraries is equipping Trustees for Oct. 1. Library Trustees who would “As elected and appointed leaders, this once-in-a-decade chance to show like to learn more about the project library Trustees are uniquely positioned that everyone in their communities can are encouraged to view the webinar to ensure a fair and accurate count of count on libraries — particularly those recording, visit www.ala.org/united their communities in the 2020 Cen- most in danger of underrepresentation /censuswebinar. sus,” said Beth Nawalinski, executive and underfunding.” For more information on ALA ef- director of United for Libraries. Elected and appointed library forts to support a fair, inclusive and Census data are used to make deci- Trustees can sign up to become a Li- complete count in the 2020 Census, sions about how and where to spend brary Census Champion at http://bit.ly visit www.ala.org/census.

To ensure you or your group are receiving all available member benefits, United for Libraries needs your email address. To add your email, send it to [email protected].

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United for Libraries accepting nominations for the ALA Trustee Citation through Feb. 28

United for Libraries is accepting the recipients or their library organiza- Library Board, a position that he cur- nominations for the ALA Trustee Cita- tions. The 2020 ALA Conference will rently holds. In the 1 ½ years that tion through Feb. 28. be held June 25-30 in Chicago. the Maryland State Library Agency The ALA Trustee Citation, estab- Trustee service may have been per- (MSLA) has been in existence, Martin lished in 1941 to recognize public li- formed on the local, state, regional or has worked with State Librarian Irene brary Trustees for distinguished service national level or at a combination of Padilla to make MSLA a strong inde- to library development, honors the best levels. Equal consideration is given to pendent state agency, allowing Mary- contributions and efforts of the esti- Trustees of libraries of all sizes. land’s Public Libraries to stand equally mated 60,000 American citizens who Last year’s Trustee Citation recipi- with K-12, Community Colleges and serve on library boards. ent was Alfred E. Martin, President Academics in providing equality educa- It is presented during the Opening of the State Library Board and 2018 tion for all Marylanders. General Session of the ALA Annual treasurer of Washington County Free To nominate a Trustee for the ALA Conference. Recipients are expected to Library’s Board of Trustees. Martin, Trustee Citation, visit www.ala.org/ be present to accept the award, and ex- appointed by the Governor, became united/grants_awards/trustees/trustee penses for attending must be borne by Maryland’s first President of the State citation.

Hot-ticket meetings

Why do so many of us hate meet- • clarify every meeting’s goals, help- ganizations. Her ings? And why does that popup reminder ing you determine who should other books include on our screen often trigger feelings of (and shouldn’t) be included; Renew Yourself! A dread and boredom? It’s because all too • design a meeting script that will Six-Step Plan for often it means sitting through or leading keep your meetings on target, on More Meaningful another do-nothing, time-wasting, fingers track, and on time; and Work and Build a -on-the-chalkboard, “we talk about the • maximize meetings’ impact by Great Team: One same thing every month” obligation. In choosing specific roles for each Year to Success. management coach Catherine Hakala- attendee to play, assuring com- You can follow her Ausperk’s latest Leadership Planner prehensive input and broad idea work on Facebook Hot-Ticket Meetings, published by ALA sharing. at www.facebook.com/librariesthrive. Editions and available at www.alastore. The other titles in the Leadership ALA Store purchases fund ad- ala.org, readers will learn how to flip Planner series are Future-Proof Your vocacy, awareness and accreditation the script on this bedrock of organiza- Team, Win ’Em Over, and Dynamic programs for library professionals tional culture and remake meetings into Discipline. Hakala-Ausperk is an worldwide. ALA Editions and ALA the kind of hot-ticket gatherings that author, national library speaker, and Neal-Schuman publishes resources will make attendees feel confident and consultant with more than 30 years’ used worldwide by tens of thousands motivated, informed and included. By experience in everything from public of library and information profession- using this resource, you will learn how library service to management and als to improve programs, build on best to: administration. She teaches at Kent practices, develop leadership, and for • introduce real and significant in- State University’s iSchool as well as personal professional development. novations in how meetings are run for the American Library Association’s ALA authors and developers are lead- and how information is shared in Certified Public Library Administrator ers in their fields, and their content is your organization; (CPLA) Program, the Public Library published in a growing range of print • create and use a staff Virtual File Association, ALA Publishing eLearning and electronic formats. Contact ALA that will focus and streamline your Solutions, the Urban Library Council, Editions at (800) 545-2433 ext. 5052 meetings; InfoPeople, and multiple other or- or [email protected].

January 2020 9 Focus on Friends

Friends of the Boca Raton (Fla.) Public Library donates $77,075 for library mobile van

The Friends of the Boca Raton Friends of the Library is a nonprofit, (Fla.) Public Library has generously volunteer organization dedicated to donated $77,075 to the Boca Raton supporting the Downtown and Span- Public Library for the purchase of a ish River libraries. They raise money new library mobile van. The check was through memberships to the Friends presented to Michael Kalvort, Recre- organization, grants, and book sales ation Services Director, and Ellen Ran- at the bookstore in the Downtown dolph, Manager of Library Services, at Library. the Friends Board meeting on Oct. 10, “The Friends of the Boca Raton 2019. After library staff presented the Public Library has been a supporter idea to the Friends, the Board voted and advocate for outstanding library unanimously to fund the majority of services for almost 30 years,” says The Friends of the Boca Raton (Fla.) Public the cost for the vehicle. The new van Ellen Randolph, manager of library Library donated $77,075 to the library for the will provide library materials, resources services. “The Friends’ wonderful purchase of a new library mobile van. and services to residents without access bookstore and fundraising events have to traditional library buildings due to allowed the library to offer more Sum- mobility, transportation, and/or socio- mer Reading programs to prevent loss it is especially appropriate that we economic limitations. of youth reading skills during the sum- celebrate the Friends this week during “We are pleased to share this good mer, as well as the Discover Studio, National Friends of Libraries Week!” news for our community,” notes Cyndi a maker space and computer lab for For more information about the Bloom, president of the Friends Board youth and adult technology, software Friends of the Library, please visit bo- of Directors. “Thank you to our mem- and coding classes. Now, with this new calibraryfriends.org. bers, donors and bookstore customers gift, the Friends will help us provide for supporting our efforts through their expanded access to library services for For more information on National membership fees and donations to help all our residents. As an essential part- Friends of Libraries Week events, us fund this worthwhile project!” The ner in our growing library community, please see page 16.

United for Libraries Millennial Engagement Task Force member Kathy Koskinski featured speaker at Massachusetts Friends of Libraries Conference

Kathy Kosinski, a member of the tantly for millennials, their children use United for Libraries Millennial En- the library. gagement Task Force, spoke at Mas- Summing up the most common sachusetts Friends of Libraries’ Friends barriers for volunteering, Kathy listed: Sharing with Friends Conference in lack of diversity increases feelings of the fall. The title of her talk, “Run pressure of tokenism; too many ineffi- Your Friends Like a Firehouse,” came cient or “unnecessary” meetings; meet- from the concept that 83% of all fire ings or events held during standard departments are staffed by mostly or work hours; and, most important of all volunteers, and they have developed all, no one told them about the oppor- some really good recruiting and reten- tunity to join and become active. tion ideas. She then proceeded to divide re- Kathy Kosinski, statewide library services Kathy first reviewed that volun- cruitment and retention ideas into three analyst with the Library of Michigan, spoke at a teers join a Friends group in the first areas, or ABC’s: Accessibility, Buy-In, meeting of Massachusetts Friends of Libraries. place because they: want to become in- and Confidence. volved in their community; have a love In Terms of Accessibility, your ings; use local newspaper column; use of libraries and reading; currently work Friends group needs to be easy to join. Facebook and/or a website to create or have worked in libraries; feel it is a Take actions such as: invite people way to make a difference. Also, impor- personally; consider community mail- continued on page 15

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Applications for United for Libraries/ThriftBooks Friend Conference Grant due Feb. 28

Applications for the United for Li- United for Libraries programs and work- braries/ThriftBooks Friend Conference shops at the ALA Annual Conference. Grant are now being accepted and will Applicants must be a member of be due Feb. 28, 2020. a Friends of the Library group in a The United for Libraries/ThriftBooks public library and a first-time attendee Friend Conference Grant will enable a of any ALA conference (Midwinter or Friend of the Library to attend the ALA Annual). Applicants must include a Annual Conference (www.alaannual recommendation from a board member .org). Applicants must be active in their of the Friends of the Library group or Friends of the Library group. The 2020 the library director, a one-page sum- ALA Annual Conference will be held in mary of their activities in the Friends Chicago June 25-30. of the Library group, and an official A grant to cover travel, lodging, etc., release form. tion of used titles to collectibles and plus full Annual Conference registration, ThriftBooks takes great pride in new releases, its mission is to put qual- will be awarded to the recipient. The sponsoring the United For Libraries/ ity, affordable books into the hands of Conference Grant, made possible by a ThriftBooks Friend Conference Grant. readers. For more information about gift from ThriftBooks, is administered by ThriftBooks provides libraries an easy ThriftBooks’ library program or to United for Libraries. The winner will be and convenient way to earn top dollar shop for great deals, visit www.thrift required to write an article chronicling for their discarded and donated books books.com/library. his or her experience at the conference, while making a difference. With Thrift- For more information and to ap- which will be featured in United for Books, libraries increase fundraising, ply, visit www.ala.org/united/grants Libraries’ newsletter, The Voice. The promote literacy, and help save the _awards/friends/thriftbooks or email winner will also be expected to attend environment. From the largest selec- [email protected].

Want to win $1,000 for your library? Apply for a Baker & Taylor Award

Two Friends groups and/or library from paid staff (employed by li- Foundations will be recognized with brary or Friends group). Baker & Taylor Awards for their out- • Public Library Friends Group or standing efforts to support their library Library Foundation without paid during the year 2019. staff. ment, use of resources, appropri- Given annually since 2000, the • Academic Friends Group; School ateness of the activity, and measur- Baker & Taylor Awards have recog- Library, Media Center, or Spe- able goals and objectives. nized more than 44 groups around cial Library Friends Group; State 2. Implementation: Use of resources, the country. Winning groups receive Friends Group. public relations, task monitoring, $1,000. Applications must be submit- and broad membership involve- ted by May 1, 2020, so now is the time Groups can apply at www.ala.org/ ment. to think about your group’s activities in united/grants_awards/friends/bakertay 3. Evaluation: Assessment of activity 2019 with an eye on winning $1,000. lor. Entries should include a two-page or program, measurable results. The awards will be given based summary, any additional background 4. Innovation: New idea or imple- on a specific project that took place or information, and a signed copy of the mentation, creative involvement culminated during the 2019 calendar official release form (available online of people, fresh use of public rela- year. Applicants must be Friends or with the application). Entries must be tions. Foundation group members of United submitted no later than May 1, 2019. 5. Community Involvement: Broad for Libraries through June 2020. Please Supporting materials (press re- support by the community in plan- contact United for Libraries to verify leases, photographs, clippings, promo- ning and implementation. eligibility prior to preparing an entry. tional materials, etc.) may be submit- ted. Entries will be evaluated with these Groups may apply in any of the To apply and to learn more about areas taken into consideration: following categories: past award-winning projects, visit www.ala.org/united/grants_awards/ • Public Library Friends Group or 1. Planning: Friends/Foundation, friends/bakertaylor. Library Foundation with assistance library, and community involve-

January 2020 11 Focus on Friends

United for Libraries presents “Fundraising & Building Support for Your Library”

United for Libraries is presenting in developing her foundation’s first case the Library was able to restore partial “Fundraising & Building Support for for support, and the subsequent updat- funding after two years through the Your Library,” a series of three webi- ed versions. Presenter Dr. Sarah Nathan, City Council — avoiding another bal- nars. The sessions included are avail- Lilly Family School of Philanthropy’s lot initiative that may not have passed. able for purchase as a package; they Associate Director of Public Programs, Learn from their mistakes and hear cover fundamental aspects of fundrais- will share an overview of their signature how the Library has transformed a loss ing, advocating, and building com- program “Fundraising for Small Non- into a victory by making advocacy the munity engagement and support for li- profits,” where Lisa first learned how to focus all year long, every year. braries. Each webinar lasts 60 minutes. create a case for support. Annual Giving Campaigns — Best United for Libraries Statewide Group How Everyday Relationships Build Practices From Across the Country: Members have free access to the series Support and Help Libraries Transform: Presenter Kathy Selking will dissect or individual sessions at no cost (visit Libraries are fighting for support and and compare successful campaigns www.ala.org/united/training/webinars dollars in every community across the from libraries across the country. After and follow the link for “Statewide country. Asking for support when the attending this webinar, you will have a Group Members”). ballot is printed is too late. How do list of best practices and tools you can Crafting a Compelling Case for you create a community of advocates immediately implement in your next Support: This webinar offers an over- before a ballot initiative or budget campaign. view of the importance of a fundraising request is on the agenda? Learn how Kathy Selking is the Manager of organization’s case for support and one library has developed an advocacy Library Development for the Toledo provides the building blocks for creat- plan to build a community of library Lucas County Public Library, as well ing your own. The case for support champions who are ready to be acti- as the Secretary and Treasurer for the articulates all the reasons and justifica- vated when needed. Through strategic Library Legacy Foundation of the tions for supporting a cause; therefore, communications planning, utilizing the Toledo Lucas County Public Library. a strong case for support is an essential Libraries Transform campaign, and With over 10 years of fundraising ex- resource to anyone soliciting donations one-on-one meetings with stakeholders, perience, Kathy has earned her CFRE on your foundation’s behalf. Without speakers Dara Schmidt (Director) and credential and is currently leading the a case statement, an organization will Amber McNamara (Community Rela- Foundation to its most successful year struggle to establish an effective fun- tions Manager) of the Cedar Rapids in decades. Kathy also manages the draising program and the materials Public Library will show you how to Library’s events and volunteer work. necessary to raise money and support take on advocacy one step at a time. Currently, she is working with other volunteers in their fundraising roles. The Cedar Rapids Public Library Library staff on finalizing the comple- By attending, you will acquire funda- learned a hard lesson after losing a bal- tion of the renovation work at their mental fundraising skills necessary to lot initiative in 2016 and being forced Main Library. Her future plans include engage prospective donors for your or- to reduce hours and services. Since growing their planned giving program ganization and seek their philanthropic that time, the Library has taken a stra- and increasing corporate giving. support. tegic approach to advocacy, meeting For more information on this Presenter Lisa Lintner, a library regularly with a committee of people three-webinar package, including director leading a newly formed founda- to prioritize communications and to member and non-member pricing, visit tion in 2016, will share her experience assign work. Through this process, www.ala.org/united/training/webinars.

NOW AVAILABLE — newly redesigned Books for Babies kits, includ- ing all-new brochures and book- marks! See page 24 for ordering information.

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United Monthly Member Forums continued from page 1 to how to improve your advocacy and website. Each month’s session will only zones: www.ala.org/united/trustee negotiation skills. cover a hot topic of interest to Trust- zone, www.ala.org/united/friendszone, ees, Friends and/or Foundations. A or www.ala.org/united/states for About United for Libraries guest speaker will share highlights and Statewide Group Members (those in Monthly Member Forums information about the month’s topic, Delaware, Maryland, Michigan, Ne- United for Libraries members are followed by a Q&A with the speaker. braska, South Carolina, South Dakota invited to a monthly forum on the The live session and its recording and Texas). Members can also receive second Wednesday of each month at 2 are free for United for Libraries mem- a registration link by emailing united@ p.m. Eastern Time. All sessions will be bers (including Statewide Group Mem- ala.org. recorded and posted in the members- bers). To register, United for Libraries only zones of the United for Libraries members should login to the members-

For more resources for Friends of the Library groups, including fact sheets, toolkits, archived issues of The Voice, special offers, webinars, organizational tools, and more, visit www.ala.org/ united/friendszone.

United at PLA Conference continued from page 3 will be provided to attendees to modify eryone understands what expenditures Library Board of Trustees; Donna Ekl, to meet your library’s individual needs. are doing to the bottom line. Director of Finance, Arlington Heights This program is suitable for library Speakers: Debbie Smart, Past Presi- (Ill.) Memorial Library. trustees and library staff to ensure ev- dent, Arlington Heights (Ill.) Memorial

I Love My Librarian! Award continued from page 4 instruction, technology support, and winter Meeting & Exhibits. The event My Librarian website at www.ilove access to print and digital library will stream via Facebook Live at www. libraries.org/lovemylibrarian. books. facebook.com/AmericanLibraryAsso- Carnegie Corporation of New Since the award’s inception in ciation. York generously sponsors the I Love 2008, ALA selects up to 10 librarians Over the last decade, library sup- My Librarian Award. The New York from a pool of hundreds of nomina- porters have shared more than 19,000 Public Library and the New York tions. This year’s award winners will nominations detailing how librarians Times are award co-sponsors. The each receive a $5,000 cash prize, a have gone above and beyond to con- ALA administers the award through plaque and a travel stipend to at- nect them to information, educational ALA’s Communications and Marketing tend the I Love My Librarian Award opportunities and critical technology. Office, which promotes the value of ceremony in Philadelphia on Jan. 25, Information regarding previous award libraries and librarians. 2020, at 3 p.m. during ALA’s Mid- winners, can be found on the I Love

January 2020 13 Friends on Campus

Friends of the Wright State University Libraries fund four stationary bike desks for studying in Dunbar Library

BY JIM HANNAH Neuroscience found that college stu- Wright State University’s Dunbar dents studying at traditional desks re- Library in Dayton, Ohio, is giving new ported more ease of studying and more meaning to “sweating out” homework effective studying than those using assignments and exams. It has just in- stationary bikes, but the two groups stalled four stationary bike desks. performed equally well on tests in an The FitDesk bikes were installed in introductory psychology course. And May in a second-floor study area fac- the students using the traditional desks ing a bank of windows. reported a decrease in sleep quality “It’s a way to have some non-sed- later in the semester while those using entary study time where if you feel like the activity workstation reported stable Students can stay physically active while you need to move a little bit, you can levels of sleep quality. studying by using the new FitDesk bikes in do that,” said Mandy Shannon, head The Friends of the Libraries saw an Dunbar Library. Pictured are, from left: Natalya of instruction and research services at opportunity to further their mission of Foster, Whitney Byrd, ReAnna Dudley and the University Libraries. “We’re not supporting the Wright State University Krishel Stout. (Photo by Erin Pence) looking at it to be a workout.” Libraries by providing the four bikes. Krishel Stout, a senior nursing “The day they got installed, there times it’s hard to go to the gym and go major from Circleville, works in the was a group of four students from the to the library. So having this here is a library as a student assistant at the cir- medical school using them. They were good way to do both,” she said. “And culation desk. very excited about it,” said Shannon. I’m getting studying in while exercising “I like alternating between sitting “And our social media team said it so it’s a win-win situation.” and moving around a little bit,” she was the most engagement we’ve gotten She says the peddling does not said. “Spending hours in the library from a social media post.” distract her from studying and that she and not moving you get stiff and tired. A FitDesk bike is designed with will probably use the FitDesk bike ev- So I feel like this is good option for a desk that expands enough to sup- ery time she comes to the library unless people who do like to sit still but do port a laptop and features props that other students are using them. need to move around some.” can stand up textbooks, notebooks “I feel a lot of students will find Stout said you can pedal at your and magazines. The bikes can accom- it’s very enjoyable,” she said. “There’s own pace and track your mileage so modate users from 4 feet 10 inches a nice view and it’s just a fun thing to you know how much exercise you have tall to 6-foot-6 and support up to 300 do.” gotten in. pounds. Shannon said groups of students The idea for the FitDesk bikes “They are incredibly quiet,” Shan- sometimes study together on the bikes. came during a mini-retreat last summer non said of the bikes. “The noise of a “While it might not meet some of when library staffers were brainstorm- keyboard on a laptop is louder than the historical stereotypes about what ing about the needs of students. That the bike itself.” a library is,” said Shannon, “to me it led to some research into treadmill No reservations are required to use very much reflects the spirit of a mod- desks. the bikes. It’s first-come, first-served ern library and that we’re trying to An article in Inside Higher Ed and there are no time limits. meet the needs of our users.” reported that a growing number of Natalya Foster, a senior from university libraries were using FitDesk Trotwood majoring in rehabilitation This piece originally appeared at bikes. And some studies have found services, said she spends a lot of time in https://webapp2.wright.edu/web1/ there might be some benefit to it. A the library. newsroom/2019/07/09/traffic-pattern. study published in 2017 in Frontiers of “I like going to the gym but some- Reprinted with permission.

United for Libraries will present programs and preconferences for Trustees, Friends, and Foundations at the 2020 ALA Annual Conference in Chicago, June 25-30. United will also present the Gala Author Tea sponsored by ReferenceUSA, The Laugh’s On Us, and other author panels and events. For updates, visit http:// www.ala.org/united/events_conferences/annual.

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Friends of South Carolina Libraries volunteer opens second African- American owned bookstore in South Carolina

A new independent bookstore has come to the Charleston area. Turning Page Bookshop in Goose Creek opened its doors on Sat., June 1, 2019 with a Grand Opening Celebra- tion. Not only is this one of the few independent owed bookstores in the Charleston area, it is only the second African American owned bookstore in South Carolina, following Malcolm X Center for Self Determination in Greenville. VaLinda Miller, who previously owned The Booksmith in Seneca, de- ing coffee and will provide a relaxing cided to move the business closer to space for book lovers and others a her Goose Creek home. Miller said she place to read books. There will be more was sad to leave Seneca behind, but is events, including book signings from excited for the new adventure. local and South Carolina authors, book “Goose Creek is growing fast, and club discussions and children’s events. I want to be part of the mixtures of Turning Page owner VaLinda Mill- imagination by showing the world that er continues to volunteer for FOSCL as we are more than readers and support Social Media Coordinator. com. You can also visit the website at our small businesses,” Miller said. “We Turning Page Bookshop is located www.turningpagebookshop.com. are what a diverse community can do on 216 St. James Avenue, Unit F. and do well.” Hours are from 10 am to 7 pm Mon- This piece was originally published The bookstore will be selling new day through Thursday and 10 am to 8 as “News from Around the State” in books, including Bibles, Christian fic- pm Fridays and Saturdays. For more September 2019 issue of the Friends of tion, African-American books and information, call 843-501-7223 or South Carolina Libraries Newsletter. Young Adult books. They will be serv- email at info@turningpagebookshop. Reprinted with permission.

Kathy Koskinski continued from page 10 interest; have an online membership ways their work will count. One such When new members reach the application; make it easy to return the way would be by offering training Confidence stage, they have become application. Make the goals of your which includes hands-on skills and fully informed about the organization, Friends group easy to understand with throw a “graduation party” or develop and are ready to fully engage. The pre- a clear Vision Statement and a clear and a special recognition for new members. sentation can be viewed at bit.ly/United straightforward “elevator pitch” that Buy-In also includes Acceptance, which FirehouseSlides. sums up your Friends’ role, accomplish- increases support for organizational di- ments and goals for the future. versity efforts, ensures that multicultur- This piece was originally published in Kathy explained Buy-In as incor- alism is emphasized and highlights the the Massachusetts Friends of Libraries porating enthusiasm: make it relevant benefits for both minority and majority newsletter; reprinted with permission. to new members by showing them group members.

January 2020 15 Good Ideas From The Network

Good Ideas from National Friends of Libraries Week

Friends of the Library groups meet and greet for visitors to learn how across the country celebrated National they could get involved in the Friends. Friends of Libraries Week (NFOLW) Then, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sat. Oct. 20-26, 2019. For more infor- Oct. 26, the Friends hosted a pop-up mation, visit www.ala.org/united/ book sale. events_conferences/folweek. In 2020, National Friends of Libraries Week will Johnson County, Kan. be celebrated Oct. 18-24. Board members delivered notes of ap- preciation and treats to be enjoyed by Seminole, Fla. staff and volunteers at each of Johnson Friends of Seminole Library’s overall County Library’s 14 physical locations. Publicity Chair Bonnie Baranoff and “Rob the Librarian” working their shift at Oktoberfest. theme for National Friends of Librar- Johnson County’s Board of County ies Week was Friendship. Throughout Commissioners issued a Proclamation Knoxville, Tenn. the week, patrons were invited to write for recognition of National Friends of friendship letters to library staff (who Libraries Week, urging...”all citizens The Friends of the wrote back), visit Poetica’s StoryDance to recognize and participate in its Knox County Pub- with Friends program, and craft friend- observance.” A 20% discount on the lic Library posted ship bracelets to celebrate NFOLW. purchase of gently-used books and AV on Facebook each at each of the three Friends Bookstores day during Na- tional Friends of Kansas City, Mo. was extended to current Friends mem- bers during NFOLW. Libraries Week to On Tues., Oct. 22nd at 6 p.m. @Kan- help patrons follow sas City Public Library sponsored a the celebration. The Elgin, Iowa wine and cheese reception with @Tim- Friends visited sev- othy Egan, author of “A Pilgrimage to Trivet’s Restaurant, a local business in eral Knox County Eternity,” in honor of National Friends the Elgin community, donated 10% of Branch locations of Libraries Week. all proceeds to The Friends of the Elgin to explain Friends Public Library to commemorate Na- membership and re- Surf City, N.J. tional Friends of Libraries Week. The cruit new members. On Sat., Oct. 26 at 2 p.m., Friends of Library also held a Children’s Hallow- Through social media, they advertised the Island Library sponsored “Quilts een Party during the week. a Proclamation from the mayor, a of Faith,” a storytelling event that tells Letter to the Editor commemorating tales of the legacy of quilting of the Seabrook, Texas NFOLW, and the recruitment of 14 Underground Railroad in the African The Evelyn Meador Branch Library new members. American community. Led by Michelle created meals and treats for the Friends Washington Wilson. Board Meeting. An ornament featuring Shorewood, Wisc. the Friends logo was created, [photo] The Friends Mooresville, N.C. and a display of the library’s history of Shore- Mooresville Public Library launched with the founders of the Board from wood Pub- a new program in October to provide 1988 through present was featured at lic Library books to the homebound and those the library. launched living in care facilities. With the help the “I ❤ of Wells Fargo and the Friends of the La Mesa, Calif. Shorewood Library, the new “Books on Wheels” Friends of the La Mesa Library were Public Library,” during which library outreach program will provide books, featured in an article in the local news- patrons who wanted to host yard signs audio books and assistance with e-books paper titled, “The history of La Mesa that read, “I ❤ Shorewood Public to those who cannot travel to the library. Library and its Friends.” The Friends Library” could purchase them; post- also worked tables at La Mesa Ok- cards were also sent to the homes of Lowell, Mass. toberfest, which attracts more than Friends members who wanted to host yard signs, and library staff delivered On Thurs. October 24, the Friends of 100,000 attendees each year, in hopes and installed the signs at each Friends the Pollard Memorial Library held a of recruiting new members. member’s home.

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Programs on Wed., Nov. 6 at 6 p.m. Attendees son (How to Catch a Falling Knife) learned how to better protect them- performed readings. Refreshments pro- Saint Paul, Minn. selves online by discussing username vided by the Friends. and password safety, important privacy On Tues., Dec. 10 at 3:30 p.m., The tips, email safety and scams, and more. Friends of the Saint Paul Public hosted Jacksonville, Fla. Led by Daniel Jones. author and sociologist Eric Klinenberg Jacksonville Public Library Founda- (Palaces for the People) as the inaugu- tion will host “Mapping our Past” at ral speaker in the new series Catalyst Toledo, Ohio the Main Library on Jan. 25, 2020, | Conversations. Klinenberg discussed Toledo Lucas County Public Library from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. National his work and his book Palaces for the now offers Discovery Passes as a perk Geographic’s director of cartographic People: How Social Infrastructure Can for library cardholders. Patrons with a databases will trace the 132-year Help Fight Inequality, Polarization, library card can access arts and cultural history of maps and cartography of and the Decline of Civic Life. Book and recreational attractions throughout National Geographic, and Mapping sales and signing will follow the pro- Lucas County for free or at a discount- Jax and La Florida. The Library of- gram. The event is free and open to the ed rate. fers issues of National Geographic and public; registration is required. National Geographic Traveler online: Alpine, Texas Enjoy reading both cover to cover ev- Haverford Township, Pa. Alpine Public Library will host Christ- ery month — free — with RB Digital at the Library. Haverford Township Free Library mas in Alpine: A Winter Wonderland hosted a Jazz Café on Fri., Oct. 18 at on Dec. 14. A full-sized ice rink will 7 p.m. Light snacks and refreshments offer FREE skating plus music, food, Maynard, Mass. were served, and patrons were encour- and festivities from noon-8 p.m., and Th Friends of the Maynard Public Li- aged to bring their own wine. the Alpine Public Library will present brary hosted DIY Gift Making Days children’s games and activities from on Thurs., Dec. 12 from 6-8 p.m. Maryville, Tenn. noon-4pm indoors at the Alpine Civic and Mon.,, Dec. 16 from 1-6 p.m. Center. Instructor Casey brings her collection The Cormac McCarthy Literary Fes- of crafting items for patrons to make tival, a three-day event celebrating cards and gifts for loved ones using authors who preserve Appalachian cul- Wilkes-Barre, Pa. pipe cleaners, craft sticks, paints, paper ture, was held Nov. 1-3 at the Blount Osterhout Free Library hosted WBS punches, and more. Open to all ages. County Public Library. The event Penguins at the Library on Mon., Nov. included a celebration of local history 18 at 6 p.m. Players from the WBS and the Blount County Public Library’s Penguins hockey team visited the li- Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Centennial with live Appalachian arts brary to interact with patrons. Attend- Osterhout Public Library was featured demonstrations, musical performances, ees enjoyed stories and crafts, and free on DiscoverNEPA’s blog in “Behind and fun activities for the whole family. books were distributed to each child in the Bookshelves – Quirks of the Os- Friends of the Blount County Public Li- attendance. Registration was required. terhout Free Public Library,” a photo brary, Southland Books and Cafe, and series that details interesting features Humanities Tennessee partnered with Rocklin, Calif. of the Library’s architect (previously a the Blount County Public Library to The Rocklin Friends of the Library Gothic-style Presbyterian Church). The make the festival possible. hosted Santa Story Time at the Station article features photography by Court- on Dec. 16 at 4 p.m. Members of the ney Snyder and can be read at discov- Marina, Calif. Rocklin Police Department, the Rock- ernepa.com/articles-and-stories. Friends of the Marina Library hosted lin Friends of the Library, and Santa a FoML Movie Afternoon viewing of were in attendance for a themed story St. Paul, Minn. Wild Rose on Sat., Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. in time. The Friends of the Saint Paul Public the Library Branch Community Room. Library partners with the Minnesota Refreshments provided courtesy of the Roslindale, Mass. Center for the Book on Letters About Friends. Friends of the Roslindale Branch Li- Literature, a statewide writing contest brary hosted Rozzie Reads Poetry and for students in grades 4-12. The pro- Rochester, N.Y. Open Mic Thurs., Nov. 21 from 7 to gram invites students to read a book of their choice, reflect on it, and write a Irondequoit Public Library hosted 9 p.m. Poets Linda Flaherty Haltmaier personal letter to the author explaining an Internet Safety course for adults (Rolling Up the Sky) and Daniel John- how the book changed their views of

January 2020 17 Good Ideas From The Network the world and/or themselves. Submis- the library and the array of services of- and New Arrivals) as well as custom sions are open; visit thefriends.org/ fered. Supported by the Foundation. holiday cards, decorative prints, and minnesota-center-for-the-book/#lal for art made from books. The SFPL Book- more information. Fundraising mobile was there to sign visitors up for library cards, and the Museum of Craft and Design brought their popular Toledo, Ohio Upper Darby, Pa. gift tag making project, using recycled Toledo-Lucas Public Library will hold On Wed., Oct 16, Friends of Upper a Noon Year’s Eve Bash on Tues., Dec. books and ribbon. Guests enjoyed Darby Libraries held a one-day sale Fire2Smoke BBQ and received $1 off 31. Visiting patrons can ring in the at all Boscov’s locations. Patrons who New Year with games and New Year’s each beer upon showing their library donated $5 received a Boscov’s Friends card. activities, complete with a countdown Helping Friends pass from circulation to Noon. desks at library locations. Pass granted Phoenix, Ariz. 25% off purchases. Rochester, N.Y. The Friends of the Phoenix Public Li- brary’s online book store, Books For In celebration of the holiday season, Athens, Tenn. Good, offers patrons the chance to The Friends & Foundation of Roch- Friends of the McMinn County Library ester Public Library posted photos of contribute to local charitable nonprofit hosted the Book Ball on Sept. 19 to organizations with their purchases, in- unique book-themed Christmas trees help the E. G. Fisher Public Library and Chanukkah menorahs on their cluding the Friends of Libraries across replace all of its public use computers. Arizona, Phoenix Art Museum, and Facebook page from Dec. 22-Jan. 5, Music, food, and drinks were provided 2020. Fresh Start Women’s Resource Cen- throughout the day as well as a contest ter. For Cyber Monday, they offered for the best costume representing a coupon codes for one free book from New York, N.Y. guest’s favorite book character. BooksForGood.org. The New York Public Library offered discounted book dedications for the Chapel Hill, N.C. Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. holidays: $15 off the regular price of The Friends of Chapel Hill Public Li- $50 per dedication. Book dedications At Broward County Public Library, pa- brary will hold their annual Big Book trons who donated $50 or more to the offer patrons the chance to write a Sale, including Sip & Shop, an event special message that will appear inside Broward County Public Library Foun- where shoppers can enjoy wine and dation on Giving Tuesday had their an actual circulating book on NYPL’s sweets while browsing a selection shelves. Purchasers can schedule an e- name entered into a drawing to win a of over 20,000 books, movies, CDs, special Library Foundation tote bag card or download a card to present to DVDs and vinyl, games, puzzles and their loved ones. All proceeds benefit with two books from Literary Feast more. Sip & Shop is free to members 2020 authors ($55 value). the Library. and a guest; non-members can pur- chase admission for themselves and a Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. guest for $25 at the door, which in- Equity, Diversity, and Throughout December, Broward Coun- cludes a year’s membership for one. Inclusion in Action ty’s patrons have the chance to enjoy the Books ‘n’ Bears at the Holidays San Francisco, Calif. Haverford Township, Pa. program. Less fortunate preschool chil- The Friends of the San Francisco Public Haverford Township Free Library dren are invited to their neighborhood Library held a Holiday Special Books hosted Wonder Wednesdays - Signing library to attend a holiday party and & Brews December Sale on Sunday, Stories on Wed., Oct. 16 at 1:30 p.m. receive a new picture book and teddy Dec. 15 from noon to 4 p.m. The sale Guests were invited to bring their fami- bear. For many of these children, this featured thousands of books (including lies and enjoy storytime in ASL Sign program is their first introduction to Art, Photography, Children’s, Cooking Language.

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Champaign, Ill. be viewed at https://friendsofroslindale on Oct. 5. More than 350 people at- Champaign Public Library hosted a library.org/romance-book-list-a-hea-for tended, and Nikki Giovanni delivered workshop on the City of Champaign -everyone/?ct=t(august2019newsletter). an inspiring and touching keynote. Diversity Advancement Program Authors were able to share their books (CDAP), which encourages support Provincetown, Mass. and connect with many community for local businesses owned by women, Provincetown Public Library hosted readers throughout the day of the festi- minorities and other economically Salaam Family Week: A Space for val. The Friends raised more than $500 disadvantaged groups. Attendees were LGBTQ Muslims and their Families via book and t-shirt sales to further provided an overview of the program on Sun., July 28 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. support CCPL. and the opportunity to get registered. Salaam Family Week is a safe space for Presented in partnership with the City LGBTQ Muslim families, people who of Champaign. come from Muslim families, and fami- lies with Muslim members. Open to Roslindale, Mass. people of all ages, genders, and experi- The Friends of Roslindale Library cu- ences of Islam. Hosted by Raquel Evita rated a Romance Book List: A Happily Saraswati, an out queer Muslim who Ever After For EVERYONE, which serves as Director of Corporate and celebrates the diversity of romance Foundation Relations at Family Equal- authors and novels that usually don’t ity Council. get enough mainstream recognition. The list represents different subgenres, Charleston, S.C. racial and ethnic backgrounds, sexual Charleston Friends of the Library held orientations, and abilities. The list can their annual Black Ink Book Festival

ALA opens registration for National Library Legislative Day (May 4-5, 2020)

Registration is now open for the White House Conference on Library than 75 45th annual National Library Legisla- and Information Services Taskforce years, cul- tive Day, to be held May 4-5, 2020, in Award. ALA’s Committee on Legisla- tivating Washington, D.C. The deadline to reg- tion will review applications and award relationships ister is March 31, 2020. Participation a $300 travel stipend and two compli- with leaders in the event is capped at 400 people, mentary nights in the conference hotel. in the U.S. with registrations processed on a first- The deadline for applications is Janu- Congress come, first-served basis. ary 15, 2020. For details, visit: http:// and other National Library Legislative Day www.ala.org/advocacy/NLLD/funding. federal deci- (NLLD) is a two-day event bringing “NLLD is a pillar of our year- sion makers. together library advocates from across round approach to advocacy,” said ALA’s vision for the annual NLLD is the country. Attendees will experience ALA President Wanda Brown. “A for participants to present a thoughtful, a full day of advocacy training to learn personal story delivered by library ad- unified message to members of Con- and discuss the latest research and leg- vocates is still the most powerful tool gress and ensure libraries are top-of- islative priorities. The following day, we have.” mind when Congress considers issues hundreds of library workers, support- NLLD is open to the public. ALA like education, job creation, lifelong ers, leaders, and patrons take their pas- encourages anyone who is passionate learning, and innovation throughout sion, knowledge, and stories to Capitol about libraries to attend, regardless of the year. Hill to meet with their congressional their level of advocacy experience. ALA For more information, to view the leaders and underscore the importance also urges advocates unable to attend Frequently Asked Questions, or to con- of increased public funding and strong NLLD in person to sign up to partici- tact State Coordinators, visit www.ala. policies that support libraries and in- pate virtually and amplify the library org/nlld. Other questions or feedback formation access. message from their home districts: can be directed to Megan Ortegon: First-time, non-librarian par- http://bit.ly/NLLD2020virtual. [email protected]. Join the conversa- ticipants are eligible to apply for the ALA has been in D.C. for more tion at #NLLD2020.

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ALA announces Libraries Transforming Communities community engagement initiative for small and rural libraries

Community engagement — the course, open to all library workers, process of working collaboratively free of charge. Sign up at www. with community members — provides surveymonkey.com/r/X5Q8MXM a roadmap to creating sustainable, to be notified when each course resilient organizations and communi- module is available. ties. Small, rural libraries are nimble, • In-person training at the 2020 ALA responsive organizations that can work Annual Conference in Chicago with with their communities to create pow- follow-up coaching support; space erful community-led change. By work- is limited. Registration and travel Adirondack Library System, Sara- ing collaboratively with community stipends will be granted through a toga Springs, New York members, libraries can create a road- competitive, peer-reviewed applica- • Betty Knighton, senior associate, map to creating sustainable, resilient tion process. Apply now at www. Kettering Foundation, and vice organizations. ala.org/tools/librariestransform/ president, National Issues Forums But library workers serving small libraries-transforming-communities/ Institute and rural communities often face LTCTravelStipend. • Brittany Overton, director, Minot- unique barriers — like small staffs and • A step-by-step facilitation guide. Sleeper Library, Bristol, New limited budgets — that limit their abil- Hampshire ity to pursue professional development The online course, in-person work- • Robin Westphal, state librarian for opportunities to develop their commu- shop and coaching support are open to Missouri and COSLA representa- nity engagement skills. library employees who work in small/ tive rural communities — i.e., communities Specially designed for the needs Libraries Transforming Communi- of small and rural libraries, Libraries outside of U.S. Census-defined urban areas that have a legal service area ties: Facilitation Skills for Small and Transforming Communities: Facilita- Rural Libraries is made possible in part tion Skills for Small and Rural Librar- population of 25,000 or less, in ac- cordance with the Institute of Museum by the Institute of Museum and Library ies, a new learning series from the Services grant number RE-17-19-0041- American Library Association (ALA), and Library Service (IMLS) definitions. All library types (e.g., public, col- 19. will help library workers develop facili- The initiative is offered by ALA’s tation skills to engage with their com- lege/academic, K-12) are welcome, and no facilitation or community engage- Public Programs Office in collabora- munities. tion with the National Coalition for “Whether hosting a storytime or ment experience is required. Advisors for Libraries Transform- Dialogue & Deliberation (NCDD), the leading a town hall meeting, library Association for Rural & Small Librar- workers today need communication ing Communities: Facilitation Skills for Small and Rural Libraries include: ies (ARSL), and the Chief Officers of skills to fulfill their broad mission as State Library Agencies (COSLA). community educators and leaders,” • Judy Bergeron, Smithville Public said ALA President Wanda Brown. Library director, Smithville, Texas About Libraries Transforming “Since launching ALA’s Libraries • Martín Carcasson, professor in the Communities Transforming Communities initiative Communication Studies depart- Since 2014, ALA’s Libraries Trans- in 2014, library employees from small ment of Colorado State University forming Communities initiative has and rural communities have been ask- (CSU), and founder and director of reimagined the role libraries play in ing ALA for facilitation training to help the CSU Center for Public Delib- supporting communities. Libraries of them become better conveners, and eration all types, from across the country, have we’re proud to deliver with this special • Phillip Carter, director, Lamar utilized the free dialogue and delib- project.” County Library System, Purvis, eration training and resources to lead Through Libraries Transforming Mississippi community and campus forums; take Communities: Facilitation Skills for • Suzette Chang, executive director, part in anti-violence activities; provide Small and Rural Libraries, ALA and its Guthrie Public Library, Guthrie, a safe space for residents to come to- project partners will release a suite of Oklahoma, and founder and CEO gether to discuss challenging topics; facilitation resources in 2020, includ- of Thick Descriptions and have productive conversations ing: • Erica Freudenberger, outreach and with civic leaders, library trustees and • A five-part asynchronous online engagement consultant, Southern staff. Learn more at ala.org/LTC.

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