Past Events
Graphic Novel Collection Development for Adults, Young Adults & Children
Graphic novels have become one of the hottest collection types in libraries. If you are looking for a convenient way to become more informed about how your library can have the graphic novels that your customers are looking for, please plan to attend one of these workshops!
Just some of the topics to be covered include:
- What are the best graphic novel collection development resources for librarians?
- How can comic book publishers help you with promoting your graphic novel collection?
- Should you create separate graphic novel sections for adults, young adults and children in your library?
- What is manga and which of your library’s customers would it appeal to?
- What titles would be contained in basic graphic novel collections for schools and public libraries?
Guest Speakers:
We will have four guest speakers who are nationally recognized in the comics community. They will cover subjects that are critical to graphic novel collection development:
“What Comics Publishers Can Do For the Graphic Novel Needs of Librarians.”
John Cunnigham, Vice President, Marketing, DC Comics, New York, NY
“Manga Collection Development for Complete Newbies.”
David Inabnitt, Librarian, Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn, NY
“Graphic Novel Collection Development for Schools and Children’s Sections in Public Libraries.”
Sophie Brookover, Librarian, Eastern Regional Senior High School, Audubon, NJ
“Creating Your Adult and YA Graphic Novel Collection.”
Laverne Mann, Librarian, Mercer County Library, Ewing, NJ
A core collection bibliography will be supplied to all attendees. This can be used to build or augment your library’s graphic novel collection.
Morning coffee and lunch will be included on each of the workshop days.
Dates and Locations:
(Choose one – These are identical workshops in two different locations):
Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Mount Laurel Library, 100 Walt Whitman Avenue, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Friday, August 28, 2009, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Somerset County Library System Headquarters, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Cost: $20 (each location)
Registration: https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115
For more information or questions, please contact David Lisa at 609-278-2640, Ext. 191 or dlisa@njstatelib.org.
ReferenceUSA will be migrating to a new user interface around July 15.
In preparation for that move, they are offering webinars for New Jersey library staff members. The dates of the webinars are as follows:
July 8, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
July 9, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
July 13, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
To register for any of these sessions, go to:
https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115
Your connection information will be sent to you 24 hours prior to your session.
If you have any questions, please contact Scherelene Schatz at sschatz@njstatelib.org.
VoiceScape - Public Speaking Advice from the Pros!
Registration is now OPEN and is LIMITED!
The New Jersey State Library and the New Jersey Library Association have partnered to bring you a wonderful opportunity.
We are bringing in “VoiceScape” to help you improve your presentation skills. .
Founded by professional actors in Chicago, Voicescape draws on voice & speech, improvisation, and movement training techniques commonly found in the theatre, and appies them to the business sector. They believe that any business communication, whether face-to-face or voice-to-voice, can be enhanced by simple lessons in relaxation and stage presence.
This workshop will be held at the Sheraton Eatontown on May 29, 2009. There will be two sessions: morning session from 9:30-12:30 and afternoon session from 1:30-4:30.Choose ONLY ONE session. Limit of 50 people per session. $20 NJLA members, $30 non-members.
Questions? Contact Peggy Cadigan at the New Jersey State Library 609-278-2640, x113, pcadigan@njstatelib.org
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Recruiting and Mentoring A Diverse Workforce for New Jersey’s Libraries 06/10/2009 06/10/2009 FREE
Description: To provide the best service to New Jersey’s increasingly diverse population, the state’s public libraries can benefit from professionals who reflect their communities. Learn how to help recruit and mentor such a workforce for your library. Workshops include: Recruiting a Diverse Workforce: A Success Story; Mentoring 101; and Recruitment and Mentoring Tips (panel discussion) with special attention to the African-American, Latino, and ADA populations. June 10, 2009, Wednesday, 9:00-12:30 at the Monroe Township Public Library. For more information contact Maryanne Knutson at mknutson@njstatelib.org. Thank you and hope to see you on June 10.
https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115
To register for any of these sessions, go to:
https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115
Outcomes Based Evaluation Training (Advanced) (Please click on the following link http://www.njstatelib.org/News for more information and to see the flier)
There will be one advanced training held on November 7 2008 and is limited to 35 people.
Coffee and lunch will be provided.
November 7, 2008
Sheraton Eatontown
9am-4pm
To register, please click on the following link
https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115
If you have any questions, please contact Peggy Cadigan at pcadigan@njstatelib.org
Outcomes Based Evaluation Training (Intro.)
(PLease click on the following link http://www.njstatelib.org/News for more information and to see the flier)
There will be two introductory trainings held in November 2008.
Each workshop is limited to 35 people.
Coffee and lunch will be provided.
November 5, 2008
Madison Hotel-Morristown
9am-4pm
November 6, 2008
Sheraton Eatontown
9am-4pm
To register for either of these events, please click on the following link
https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115
If you have any questions, please contact Peggy Cadigan at pcadigan@njstatelib.org
Workshops on Preventing and Preparing for Library Disasters
(Please click on the following link http://www.njstatelib.org/News for more information and to see the disaster planning flyer)
There will be two workshops held in November 2008.
Each workshop is limited to 30 registrants.
The cost is $15 (nonrefundable) which covers continental breakfast and lunch
November 19
Plainfield Public Library
9am – 4pm
November 20
Mount Laurel Library
9am – 4pm
To register for either of these events, please click on the following link
https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115
If you have any question, please contact Michele Stricker at mstricker@njstatelib.org
Basic JerseyCat Webinars Offered
The Basic JerseyCat Searching webinar will introduce you to searching the virtual catalog, choosing the correct bibliographic records, and placing and interlibrary loan requests. The session will be held on Wednesday, September 24, from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. To register for this session click here:
Register here
The Basic Interlibrary Loan Workflow will introduce interlibrary loan staff to the basic interlibrary loan workflow and terminology, status changes, and administration of the your library’s participant record on the system. The session will be held on September 25, from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. To register for this session click here:
Register here
JerseyCat Splash Screen and Book Reviews Features Webinars Scheduled
The most recent release of JerseyCat allows you to customize the home screen for your library’s customers with your local information. If you haven’t learned about this feature, take a lesson via an upcoming webinar. It’s easy and will take only an hour of your time to learn how to accomplish this. Also covered in this webinar is information about the new Book Review feature.
September 17 - 11 a.m. - 12 Noon Register here
September 18 - 3:00 p.m. Register here
October 7 - 3:00 p.m. Register here
Annual JerseyCat User Group Sessions will be held on the following dates from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.:
October 21 - Clarence Dillon Public Library, Bedminster
October 22 - Ridgewood Public Library, Ridgewood
October 23 - Point Pleasant Beach Public Library, Point Pleasant Beach
October 28 - Woodbridge Public Library, Woodbridge
October 30 - Mount Laurel Public Library, Mt. Laurel
These sessions are important for ALL JerseyCat users to attend. Important updates and discussion for all interlibrary loan and reference staff will take place. Come to hear about all that JerseyCat has to offer and what changes we can expect in the coming year.
What’s New and Better with ReferenceUSA?
All sessions are from 10 a.m. - 12 Noon
August 19 - Clarence Dillon Public Library, Bedminster
August 20 - NJ State Library, Trenton
August 21 - Atlantic County Library, Mays Landing
Besides covering some of the new data elements and search features on RefenenceUSA, this session will cover the “new databases” added to NJKI’s subscription this year. They are:
New Business database:
More than 50,000 new businesses added each week. Use to research hot areas of economic development. These new businesses need a wide variety of goods and services.
New Homeowner database:
100,000 new homeowners added weekly. Locate individuals that have just purchased a home. Research information to track the financial impact of new homeowners in an area.
New Movers:
300,000 added each week. Each year, 20 % of the nation’s population moves to a new address. This new tool will allow you and your patrons to research this mobile population and pinpoint growing areas for all types of business needs.
To register for this session, go to:https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115
