SWON Libraries sponsored and co-sponsored events for the library community http://www.swonlibraries.org/events/ Anyone can set up a Facebook or Twitter account, but do you really know how to get the most out of them? All too often, libraries jump into the social media arena without a full grasp of what doing so really means. Do you understand what people expect from you in these environments? Does your library have a well-crafted social media policy? Maximize the staff time spent on these tools by getting a solid foundation in effective social media use. Instructions for participating in the Wimba classroom will be sent to you in advance of the session. If you have never connected to a Wimba Classroom online session before, please run the setup Wizard beforehand. You can read more about Wimba and run the Wimba setup wizard from our Wimba Information Page. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1901 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1901 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:52:06 -0500 Looking for a place to talk about teaching and learning? Then the Instruction Librarians Interest Group (ILIG) is for you! ILIG is an informal discussion group that is committed to library instruction and information literacy in academic libraries. All academic instruction librarians are invited to attend and our meetings are free. Join us to share teaching ideas, tips, tricks, and more! If you have any questions or would like to find out more, please contact our convener, Lauren Wahman, lauren.wahman@uc.edu . http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1900 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1900 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:32:06 -0500 Are you guilty of creating and delivering BORING presentations that no one remembers? Want to change the way you view PowerPoint? David Bowman, Chief Marketing Strategist for Penny Ohlmann Neiman, Inc., will offer tips and techniques that can help you avoid falling victim to "Death by PowerPoint". This presentation will be informative and contain many real world examples on how to improve your PowerPoint techniques. In this presentation you will learn: -Common mistakes that presenters make when using PowerPoint -Simple resources for creating more powerful presentations -Tips for developing presentations that are both meaningful and memorable. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1899 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1899 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:58:57 -0500 Join Glen for a monthly review of recent technology news and events. Stay on the cutting edge and learn how new technologies may impact your library. Then amaze your friends with your new found knowledge! All types of library staff will benefit from this technology update. Join the discussion and share your views and experiences from the comfort and convenience of your own desk. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1897 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1897 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:58:47 -0500 Join Glen for a monthly review of recent technology news and events. Stay on the cutting edge and learn how new technologies may impact your library. Then amaze your friends with your new found knowledge! All types of library staff will benefit from this technology update. Join the discussion and share your views and experiences from the comfort and convenience of your own desk. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1895 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1895 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:58:17 -0500 Join Glen for a monthly review of recent technology news and events. Stay on the cutting edge and learn how new technologies may impact your library. Then amaze your friends with your new found knowledge! All types of library staff will benefit from this technology update. Join the discussion and share your views and experiences from the comfort and convenience of your own desk. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1896 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1896 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:58:03 -0500 Registration & Breakfast - 8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Introductions- 9:15 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Keynote Session - 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Afternoon Sessions 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Keynote Session - Sharpening Your Organizational Skills – By Understanding Your Personality! Speaker: Linda Bruno Description: In this session, we’ll take a look at your organizational skills – up close and personal! We’ll find out why you organize – or don’t organize – the way you do. How does your personality affect the way you organize? Why does that matter? Come and find out what a relief it is when we realize we don’t have to organize the way they do to be successful at it!! Breakout Session - Start With a Tickle Speaker: Anne Abate Description: A cluttered workspace in no laughing matter. During this session we will discover the keys to an organized life including tips and techniques for using tickler systems to help you organize. The session will include a live demonstration of de-cluttering your home and work environment. Breakout Session - Extreme Makeover: Digital Edition Speaker: Glen Horton Description: Get the blueprints for organizing your digital life and becoming more productive. Is your to do list rusty? Is your inbox flooded? Are your documents rotting? Then it's time to rebuild! Glen will show you the right tools to get your digital life up to code. So put your hard hat on and get ready to learn some constructive tips and tricks. Breakout Session - Managing Our Priorities – Dealing with Interruptions and Other Pesky Time-Robbers! Speaker: Linda Bruno Description: When we think about why we have trouble managing our priorities, one of our first thoughts is about how often we are interrupted during a typical day. This session will not only help you learn to deal with those interruptions, but also other time robbers you may not have even been aware of. Along the way, we’ll discuss specific tips to help you feel more in control – and isn’t that what being organized is all about? Don’t miss this workshop - you’ll come away with valuable information that will help you perform your job more effectively – and that makes work more fun! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1834 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1834 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:01:00 -0500 Truly leading people can be one of the toughest parts of your job. You can be a “manager” without being a leader. When you consider that the definition of the word “supervise” is “oversee,” it becomes clear that to be a leader, you will not only need to be more than a manager, you will need to go beyond supervising as well. In this workshop, we’ll start by learning how you rate as a leader. What is your role? Are you good at it? We’ll also learn the 15 key characteristics of a top-notch leader – and whether or not you have those characteristics. We’ll discuss communication styles and learn how to be a better listener – one key to being a good leader. An understanding of the 4 basic behavioral styles will also help us understand how to interact with those styles. And in case you happen to be dealing with some change in your work environment (and who isn’t??), we will delve into how to handle that change as a leader – and by doing so, how to help your employees deal with it effectively as well. We will end with brainstorming a list of ways to create a motivating environment. Without it, “leader” becomes just another word for “overseer.” This intensive workshop will be packed full of practical, useful tips – don’t miss it! Outcomes Participants will learn and begin to master: • How to assess their own leadership skills • How to recognize and adapt to the 3 communication styles • How to become a better listener • How to recognize and work with each of the 4 basic behavioral styles • How to recognize favoritism • How to deal with change • How to create a motivating environment http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1888 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1888 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:58:17 -0500 Join area support staff for a discussion of issues, tips and tricks, and share ideas for the annual Support Staff Symposiums! As with all Interest Groups, the Support Staff Interest Group is free and all interested parties are welcome. Interested in what we do? Send your questions to our chair, Katy McBryan, at mcbryank1@nku.edu. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1892 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1892 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:38:39 -0500 LITA recently held its Top Tech Trends session at ALA midwinter. (if you missed the broadcast, a good summary can be found at http://lyndamk.com/2010/01/18/top-tech-trends-recap-alamw10-el10ala/) Join us for a discussion of the trends that were shared at midwinter. Are they really trends? What is their impact? What technology trends are you seeing at your library? http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1840 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1840 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:12:34 -0500 The Programming for Very Young Children Interest Group is made up of area Children's Librarians and staff who gather together to discuss everything from Library Babies and Toddler Time to brain development and childhood literacy. Topic: summer reading club ideas, standout new books, and professional resources for young children http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1890 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1890 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:50:20 -0500 It has been awhile since the Genealogy Interest Group has met, so join us for a discussion and tour of the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County's Genealogy Department. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1886 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1886 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:07:54 -0500 The Public Library Branch Manager Interest Group is an informal group that discusses the issues and concerns of branch managers. We will be taking a tour of the new West Chester Library. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1885 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1885 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:04:18 -0500 Join area Inter-Library Loan staff for an informal discussion of the new innovations and old challenges at your library! As with all interest groups, the Inter-Library Loan Interest Group is free and all interested parties are welcome. Questions? Please feel free to contact Erin Smith, Chair of the ILL Interest Group, at (859)572-6365 or smithe2@nku.edu. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1882 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1882 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:51:12 -0500 Join area Inter-Library Loan staff for an informal discussion of the new innovations and old challenges at your library! As with all interest groups, the Inter-Library Loan Interest Group is free and all interested parties are welcome. Questions? Please feel free to contact Erin Smith, Chair of the ILL Interest Group, at (859)572-6365 or smithe2@nku.edu. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1881 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1881 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:48:49 -0500 Join area Inter-Library Loan staff for an informal discussion of the new innovations and old challenges at your library! As with all interest groups, the Inter-Library Loan Interest Group is free and all interested parties are welcome. Questions? Please feel free to contact Erin Smith, Chair of the ILL Interest Group, at (859)572-6365 or smithe2@nku.edu. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1880 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1880 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:47:38 -0500 This interactive 3‐hour program is designed for non‐profit executives and board members/chairs. The workshop helps attendees differentiate succession planning as an ongoing management process from executive replacement hiring. The workshop outlines a process for implementing succession planning and executive development; provides tools for aligning management responsibilities with strategy; develops a framework for identifying key behaviors, skills, and experiences when searching for and selecting a new executive; introduces a process for searching and selecting a new executive; and expands the traditional role of ad‐hoc board “search” committees into ongoing “Human Resource Development” committees. During the workshop, attendees will begin to build succession planning and executive development processes; identify key strategic goals of their enterprise and relate them to executive responsibilities; develop a framework for identifying ideal executive director candidates; and develop and practice 1st, 2nd, and 3rd round interview questions. This program will assist you in developing a plan of action that will result in the creation of a High Impact Board for your organization. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1878 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1878 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:16:50 -0500 Pre-work is required for this class. Participants will identify their personal communication style through pre-work and will then identify communication styles of co-workers; participants will learn ways to adapt their communication styles to improve working relationships. Ineffective communication @ work often results in limited cooperation and teamwork; lower productivity; increased job turnover and absenteeism; tension and those nasty rumor mills. That is why it is crucial “we say what we mean and mean what we say” and that we realize that communication is not over when we finish delivering our message. Communication is a 2-way street filled with non-verbal language, innuendos, and lots of assumptions. This 2.5 hour workshop will examine each participant’s individual communication style and will discuss how to adapt that style to your coworker and manager’s style for smoother sailing. Bottom line, we hope to minimize communication faux pas. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1876 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1876 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:16:10 -0500 Pre-work is required for this class. Participants will identify their personal communication style through pre-work and will then identify communication styles of co-workers; participants will learn ways to adapt their communication styles to improve working relationships. Ineffective communication @ work often results in limited cooperation and teamwork; lower productivity; increased job turnover and absenteeism; tension and those nasty rumor mills. That is why it is crucial “we say what we mean and mean what we say” and that we realize that communication is not over when we finish delivering our message. Communication is a 2-way street filled with non-verbal language, innuendos, and lots of assumptions. This 2.5 hour workshop will examine each participant’s individual communication style and will discuss how to adapt that style to your coworker and manager’s style for smoother sailing. Bottom line, we hope to minimize communication faux pas. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1875 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1875 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:14:54 -0500 Participants will learn the basic steps to running an effective meeting. This includes when to call a meeting; how to use other mechanisms to communicate information; the different types of meetings; how to organize an agenda; and other effective measures to insure the smooth, productive running of a meeting. Professionals in organizations report that they attend an average of 62 meetings or taskforces per month. Because these meetings are often run ineffectively or are called when not necessary, those same professionals report that they spend at least part of the time in those meetings daydreaming, dozing, arriving late, leaving early, or missing the meetings entirely. It’s fair to say that meetings have a bad reputation. So managing a meeting effectively is a core skill every facilitator should possess. This 2.5 hour workshop will discuss the different types of meetings, when to employ each type, the use of agendas and other communication tools, and how to facilitate. Your meetings may not be fun, but they will be effective and worthwhile after the completion of this workshop and no one will be dozing. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1871 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1871 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:05:45 -0500 Participants will understand the Customer Service Philosophy statement and how it applies to their service role in the Library; participants will understand their role in assisting external and internal customers; participants will understand the Proactive Customer Service stages, phrases and attitudes and how it is used with various communication situations and with different customers. Our Library’s value is to excel in customer service. Proactive Customer Service utilizes very specific attitudes, behaviors, and phrases on the phone, through email, and face-to-face with internal and external customers to meet customers at their point of need so as to excel in customer service. In this 1.5 hour workshop participants will work on scenarios utilizing the 5 Step “Stages, Phrases, and Attitudes” to perfect this sure fire solution to customer service success. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1870 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1870 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:52:02 -0500 Participants will understand the Customer Service Philosophy statement and how it applies to their service role in the Library; participants will understand their role in assisting external and internal customers; participants will understand the Proactive Customer Service stages, phrases and attitudes and how it is used with various communication situations and with different customers. Our Library’s value is to excel in customer service. Proactive Customer Service utilizes very specific attitudes, behaviors, and phrases on the phone, through email, and face-to-face with internal and external customers to meet customers at their point of need so as to excel in customer service. In this 1.5 hour workshop participants will work on scenarios utilizing the 5 Step “Stages, Phrases, and Attitudes” to perfect this sure fire solution to customer service success. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1869 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1869 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:50:23 -0500 Attendees will understand the importance of treating both internal customers and external customers with respect, courtesy, and helpfulness by thinking like a customer and exploring customer service situations from the customer’s perspective; attendees will name 1 way they can personally improve the customer service they deliver to either an internal or external customer in their organization. This class will convey the importance of excellent customer service to the Library’s mission and will emphasize how good working relations with coworkers directly impact service to our customers. The foundation of this workshop is the training video Give’em the Pickle! and the DVD The Simple Truths of Service. Both the video and DVD discuss the value of exceeding customer’s expectations through adding your special touch. In the Library setting this translates into walking a Library patron to the shelf, reminding them of a new item that may be of interest to them or moving out from behind the circulation barrier to meet him/her at the customer’s point of interest to interact. Additionally participants will approach customer service by using these four principals: service, attitude, consistency, and teamwork. At the end of the 2.5 hour workshop each attendee will have 1 new customer service expectation written down that they can enact upon return to their location. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1868 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1868 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:47:56 -0500 Pre-work is required for this class. Participants will understand the developmental stages of youth from birth to age 18; recognize the 40 Developmental Assets of Youth that help them grow to be caring, responsible, healthy adults; and learn communication strategies for developing positive relationships with these young customers utilizing the Library’s Standards of Library Behavior when necessary. Three hours may not nearly seem enough time to understand the importance of youth and the impact they have in our Libraries, yet we have to start somewhere. Not only as potential customers, but as future taxpayers, Library supporters, Friends members, and Library patrons, the youth of today are beginning as Life Long Learners at the Library right now. How can we all better serve them? This workshop starts 1 week before participants enter the door with pre-work consisting of observations and interactions with youth, reading and studying the handouts and coming prepared to discuss the objectives. The facilitator will assume that participants will have some background (from the pre-work) and that the background will assist with the small group discussions. A WIKI will be set up before the workshop and will be continually updated after each workshop with information concerning service to youth as a training tool. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1866 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1866 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:40:09 -0500 Pre-work is required for this class. Participants will understand the developmental stages of youth from birth to age 18; recognize the 40 Developmental Assets of Youth that help them grow to be caring, responsible, healthy adults; and learn communication strategies for developing positive relationships with these young customers utilizing the Library’s Standards of Library Behavior when necessary. Three hours may not nearly seem enough time to understand the importance of youth and the impact they have in our Libraries, yet we have to start somewhere. Not only as potential customers, but as future taxpayers, Library supporters, Friends members, and Library patrons, the youth of today are beginning as Life Long Learners at the Library right now. How can we all better serve them? This workshop starts 1 week before participants enter the door with pre-work consisting of observations and interactions with youth, reading and studying the handouts and coming prepared to discuss the objectives. The facilitator will assume that participants will have some background (from the pre-work) and that the background will assist with the small group discussions. A WIKI will be set up before the workshop and will be continually updated after each workshop with information concerning service to youth as a training tool. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1865 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1865 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:36:11 -0500 This class will reveal techniques and practical tips on how to think of your job with a fresh outlook. Job satisfaction is directly related to workplace productivity, retention, and job success. This class looks at introspective ways to gain a positive and enthusiastic attitude toward coming to work every day. Communication guidelines and tips on how to reverse negativity and conflict will give attendees a basis for accomplishing their performance goals with less effort and stress. Learning the secrets of how to take charge of your career path and propel your performance to greater heights will renew each attendee's desire to do better than average. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1864 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1864 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:27:37 -0500 Participants will gain an awareness of personal filters and lenses and develop an understanding of core diversity issues as they pertain to "open access" as well as "valuing the diversity of people and perspectives." Participants will develop an awareness and sensitivity to people with different cultural values, beliefs, traditions, or customs and norms. Utilizing interactive and experiential learning processes to challenge the assumptions participants make about people, this class will develop the skills employees need to work effectively in cross-cultural situations and diverse settings. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1860 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1860 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:36:57 -0500 In the third session, “Cool, Calm and Collected,” we will delve into our own behavior – what can we do to stay calm in the face of difficult behavior? What are the steps we should follow if we choose to confront someone about their behavior? We’ll also leave with a list of key points to remember when dealing with difficult behaviors. Give your self-confidence – and self-awareness - a boost by attending one or all of these workshops! Instructions for participating in the Wimba classroom will be sent to you in advance of the session. If you have never connected to a Wimba Classroom online session before, please run the setup Wizard beforehand. You can read more about Wimba and run the Wimba setup wizard from our Wimba Information Page. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1859 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1859 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:30:47 -0500 In the second session, “Tanks, Whiners, and Others Who Irritate Us!,” we will address several of the most common difficult behaviors – along with what NOT to do if you want your interactions with them to be effective. And along the way, we’ll also discover the best ways to deal with those behaviors. Give your self-confidence – and self-awareness - a boost by attending one or all of these workshops! Instructions for participating in the Wimba classroom will be sent to you in advance of the session. If you have never connected to a Wimba Classroom online session before, please run the setup Wizard beforehand. You can read more about Wimba and run the Wimba setup wizard from our Wimba Information Page. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1858 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1858 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:25:10 -0500 In the final session, “Time Tips & Techniques,” we will learn specific tips and techniques that will help keep you on target in managing your priorities – and your time. We’ll talk about the use – and misuse – of technology and how to make sure it’s working for you, not against you. And last, but certainly not least, we’ll talk about what you should do when you have accomplished the items on your to-do list...and how to use the BIGGEST 2-letter word in the English language! Whether you attend one session, two sessions, or the entire series, don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to manage your priorities – and just in time for a brand new year! Instructions for participating in the Wimba classroom will be sent to you in advance of the session. If you have never connected to a Wimba Classroom online session before, please run the setup Wizard beforehand. You can read more about Wimba and run the Wimba setup wizard from our Wimba Information Page. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1843 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1843 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:12:51 -0500 In the second session, “Obstacles in Our Way,” we’ll discuss the obstacles that tend to keep us from managing our priorities – and what we can do to overcome those obstacles. Are you a procrastinator? You’ll discover how to overcome that procrastination – and when you shouldn’t even try. Do pesky interruptions take up the bulk of your day? Are you a victim of “marathon meeting madness”? There is help for each of these time-robbers – but first you need to be aware of where your time is going. Whether you attend one session, two sessions, or the entire series, don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to manage your priorities – and just in time for a brand new year! Instructions for participating in the Wimba classroom will be sent to you in advance of the session. If you have never connected to a Wimba Classroom online session before, please run the setup Wizard beforehand. You can read more about Wimba and run the Wimba setup wizard from our Wimba Information Page. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1842 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1842 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:12:37 -0500 In the first session, “To Do or Not To Do...,” we will take an in-depth look at a day in your life. What do your days consist of? Are you productive or just “busy”? Is there any structure? Should there be? How are you planning your work – or do you? We’ll discuss how to make your to-do list work FOR you and how to plan for results. If you want to attend the entire series, click here to register. Whether you attend one session, two sessions, or the entire series, don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to manage your priorities – and just in time for a brand new year! Instructions for participating in the Wimba classroom will be sent to you in advance of the session. If you have never connected to a Wimba Classroom online session before, please run the setup Wizard beforehand. You can read more about Wimba and run the Wimba setup wizard from our Wimba Information Page. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1841 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1841 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:12:26 -0500 It’s official – there is simply too much to do to ever get it all done! But as much as we’d like it to be, surrender is NOT an option. Instead, it’s time we manage our priorities rather than letting our priorities manage us. This is a 3 part series. You can choose to attend one session or the entire series. To sign up for an individual session, click the links below. May 10, 2010 - Session I: "To Do or Not To Do...,” May 17, 2010 - Session II: Obstacles in Our Way May 24, 2010 - Session III: Time Tips & Techniques In the first session, “To Do or Not To Do...,” we will take an in-depth look at a day in your life. What do your days consist of? Are you productive or just “busy”? Is there any structure? Should there be? How are you planning your work – or do you? We’ll discuss how to make your to-do list work FOR you and how to plan for results. In the second session, “Obstacles in Our Way,” we’ll discuss the obstacles that tend to keep us from managing our priorities – and what we can do to overcome those obstacles. Are you a procrastinator? You’ll discover how to overcome that procrastination – and when you shouldn’t even try. Do pesky interruptions take up the bulk of your day? Are you a victim of “marathon meeting madness”? There is help for each of these time-robbers – but first you need to be aware of where your time is going. In the final session, “Time Tips & Techniques,” we will learn specific tips and techniques that will help keep you on target in managing your priorities – and your time. We’ll talk about the use – and misuse – of technology and how to make sure it’s working for you, not against you. And last, but certainly not least, we’ll talk about what you should do when you have accomplished the items on your to-do list...and how to use the BIGGEST 2-letter word in the English language! Whether you attend one session, two sessions, or the entire series, don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to manage your priorities – and just in time for a brand new year! Instructions for participating in the Wimba classroom will be sent to you in advance of the session. If you have never connected to a Wimba Classroom online session before, please run the setup Wizard beforehand. You can read more about Wimba and run the Wimba setup wizard from our Wimba Information Page. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1839 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1839 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:12:18 -0500 Register now to take part in the Teen Reading Challenge. Additional information will be sent to you after you register through this site. Do you like to read teen literature? Do you select teen literature at your library? Do you have trouble deciding what titles to suggest to teenage patrons? If so, It is time for you to read some teen books and participate in the Fifth Annual SWON Libraries TEEN READING CHALLENGE. The Challenge will run from January 15 through April 15, 2010. Team and individual entries will be accepted. The goal is to read the highest number of books and pages of teen literature. Bragging rights are up for grabs for most books read and the highest average number of pages read. This year there will be a team competition and an individual competition. All participants will automatically participate in the individual competition. A team will consist of 3-9 people. Register now to participate and you will be sent additional information. The entry form and instructions will be released to you when it is ready, but you can begin reading on January 15. Each team member should register individually, but list all members of the team in the comments field of the registration form. If you don't have a team selected and want one, please make note of that in the comments field - we will find you a team! Happy Reading! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1838 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1838 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:55:54 -0500 CARGYS is an informal discussion group that meets regularly to share the best books for teens! Our discussions center around a theme and are open to all interested library staff. We hope to see you at our next meeting! Tonight's Theme: T.B.D. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1833 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1833 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:10:11 -0500 CARGYS is an informal discussion group that meets regularly to share the best books for teens! Our discussions center around a theme and are open to all interested library staff. We hope to see you at our next meeting! Tonight's Theme: T.B.D. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1832 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1832 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:09:42 -0500 CARGYS is an informal discussion group that meets regularly to share the best books for teens! Our discussions center around a theme and are open to all interested library staff. We hope to see you at our next meeting! Tonight's Theme: Teen books that appeal to adults and adult books that appeal to teens. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1831 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1831 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 14:08:56 -0500 The Catalogers Interest Group is a forum for discussion and sharing among catalogers and staff. Our meetings are open to all interested parties. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1830 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1830 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 10:07:47 -0500 The Catalogers Interest Group is a forum for discussion and sharing among catalogers and staff. Our meetings are open to all interested parties. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1829 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1829 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 10:06:50 -0500 The Catalogers Interest Group is a forum for discussion and sharing among catalogers and staff. Our meetings are open to all interested parties. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1828 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1828 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 10:06:05 -0500 Join other adult programmers for a discussion and sharing session. We will explore opportunities for libraries to collaborate across systems on programs, share programming ideas, discuss successes and difficulties, and share program planning tips. Interest groups are free and open to all interested parties, so please join our conversation! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1826 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1826 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:50:50 -0500 Join other adult programmers for a discussion and sharing session. We will explore opportunities for libraries to collaborate across systems on programs, share programming ideas, discuss successes and difficulties, and share program planning tips. Interest groups are free and open to all interested parties, so please join our conversation! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1827 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1827 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:49:24 -0500 Join other adult programmers for a discussion and sharing session. We will explore opportunities for libraries to collaborate across systems on programs, share programming ideas, discuss successes and difficulties, and share program planning tips. Interest groups are free and open to all interested parties, so please join our conversation! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1825 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1825 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:28:46 -0500 This region is becoming home to a wide variety of people of varying cultural backgrounds. Staff are being asked to answer more and more questions regarding authors and books that hold a multicultural point of view. This class will provide staff with resources for answering some of these questions. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1820 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1820 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:28:22 -0500 This region is becoming home to a wide variety of people of varying cultural backgrounds. Staff are being asked to answer more and more questions regarding authors and books that hold a multicultural point of view. This class will provide staff with resources for answering some of these questions. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1819 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1819 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:27:45 -0500 Do you know everything you can do with Google? Come and find out! There's a lot more than general searching! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1818 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1818 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:22:35 -0500 Do you know everything you can do with Google? Come and find out! There's a lot more than general searching! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1817 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1817 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:21:47 -0500 This class gives an overview of medical sources in paper and online in a medium-sized public library. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1816 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1816 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:12:27 -0500 This class gives an overview of medical sources in paper and online in a medium-sized public library. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1815 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1815 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:11:31 -0500 This class gives an overview of medical sources in paper and online in a medium-sized public library. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1814 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1814 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:10:46 -0500 You need to be proficient in Microsoft Word 2007 or have taken Word I to attend this class. Come learn more about Microsoft Word 2007 - plus how to save time with keyboard and menu shortcuts, how to insert charts and tables, use the all-important mail merge, create a form letter, and much more! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1813 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1813 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:07:55 -0500 You need to be proficient in Microsoft Word 2007 or have taken Word I to attend this class. Come learn more about Microsoft Word 2007 - plus how to save time with keyboard and menu shortcuts, how to insert charts and tables, use the all-important mail merge, create a form letter, and much more! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1812 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1812 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:07:12 -0500 Learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2007 - plus how to save time with keyboard shortcuts, insert pictures using Clip Art and Internet, create a memo, a flyer, and much more! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1811 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1811 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:00:35 -0500 Learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2007 - plus how to save time with keyboard shortcuts, insert pictures using Clip Art and Internet, create a memo, a flyer, and much more! http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1810 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1810 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:59:50 -0500 Learn how to create slide shows, insert pictures, use custom animation, add sounds, and more, with the improved 2007 version. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1807 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1807 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:45:00 -0500 Learn how to create slide shows, insert pictures, use custom animation, add sounds, and more, with the improved 2007 version. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1806 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1806 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:43:51 -0500 It’s easy to equate nonfiction with boredom, but that’s not true, especially with the exciting trends and sheer variety of books available for kids, ages 4-17. We’ll take a look at the latest and the greatest in: · Narrative nonfiction · Biographies · Series · Materials for school reports · Award winning titles · What’s hot for teens · Publishing trends · And nonfiction just for the fun of it! You’ll gain a greater understanding of what kids are looking for in the often misjudged realm of kids’ nonfiction and how to help them discover it. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1802 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1802 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:29:31 -0500 Contemporary TV has a lot of the same appeal for viewers as the novel has for readers, and the advisory conversation you have with your TV-on-DVD users can take advantage of your reader's advisory experience. Come and trade tips on viewing recommendations, TV readalikes, and a little TV history. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1798 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1798 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:59:04 -0500 This meeting is open to all library staff interested in reader's advisory work! This month we will be discussing the best books for Men. Please bring examples of books that will appeal to men and be prepared to talk about them. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1797 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1797 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:56:15 -0500 This meeting is open to all library staff interested in reader's advisory work! This month we will be discussing teen books that appeal to adult readers and adult books that appeal to teen readers. Learn more about these great books that span generations and appeal to readers both young and old. Please bring examples of books from both the teen and adult collections that have broad appeal and be prepared to talk about them. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1796 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1796 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:48:47 -0500 The regional library systems are again collaborating in a statewide videoconference. This time we are focusing on readers' advisory. What's on Your Playlist?: Making the Most of Listener's Advisory presented by Jenny Greene, Leslie Mallon, and Teanna Gildersleeve all of Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library What do a Librarian, a Technical Services Assistant, and an Administrative Assistant all have in common? A love of music. Indeed, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow said it best when he stated, "Music is the universal language of mankind." This lively program is presented from the perspective of music lovers and will introduce Music Advisory as a way to expose customers (and ourselves) to new music. Participants will learn new ways to search (using iTunes, Pandora, etc.) for digital music online and develop Music Advisory services at their libraries. Cool Crime and Hot Romance Readers Advisory presented by "Bloody" Mary Boone, PR Coordinator & Kristin "the Romance Specialist" Wetzel, Librarian's Assitant, Wood County District Public Library. Urban Fiction: Not Just for Urban Libraries presented by Jessica Powell, Adult Services Librarian, Campbell County Public Library What is Urban Fiction? Hip-Hop on the page? The Street Life in prose? This session will give an introduction to this burgeoning genre by discussing trends, hot authors, and possible controversy. Does your collection have a home for thee tales of the city? http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1784 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1784 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:12:43 -0400 Join Glen for a monthly review of recent technology news and events. Stay on the cutting edge and learn how new technologies may impact your library. Then amaze your friends with your new found knowledge! All types of library staff will benefit from this technology update. Join the discussion and share your views and experiences from the comfort and convenience of your own desk. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1780 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1780 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 09:56:10 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1701 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1701 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:19:15 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1703 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1703 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:19:15 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1705 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1705 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:19:15 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1707 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1707 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:19:15 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1709 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1709 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:19:15 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $800 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1702 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1702 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:00:00 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1704 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1704 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:00:00 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1706 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1706 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:00:00 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1708 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1708 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:00:00 -0400 Publishers send copies of their new titles to the Children's Literature Review Interest Group. These books are aimed at the target audience of children from birth through age 11. The group gathers every other month to select books and read reviews. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are shared with the group. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received from the publishers. The written reviews are sent electronically to the publishers. The participating member gets to keep the books that they review. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection or use the books in their classroom. Most members will add close to $1000 worth of free books to their libraries each year. There is an annual charge to participate. This charge will be assessed at the February meeting each year. The charge will be $30 for librarians at SWON Libraries member libraries, $30 for teachers, $75 for librarians at non-member libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1710 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1710 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:00:00 -0400 ROYAL (Reviewers of Young Adult Literature) is a group of professional librarians and educators from the Greater Cincinnati Area who meet regularly to share information about books we have read. It is an Interest Group of SWON Libraries and is open to all interested parties. The members are school and public librarians who serve young adults and children. ROYAL meets on the second Tuesday of odd-numbered months (January, March, etc.). How it works: Publishers send copies of their new titles to the ROYAL group. These books are aimed at the target audience of YA readers, grades 7-12. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are reviewed orally. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received. When the reviewer makes the review active an email with a link to the review is sent to the publisher, and one copy is kept in the archives. The member gets to keep the books that she or he reviews. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection. Most members add close to $1,000 worth of free books to their home libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1743 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1743 Sat, 08 Sep 2001 21:46:40 -0400 ROYAL (Reviewers of Young Adult Literature) is a group of professional librarians and educators from the Greater Cincinnati Area who meet regularly to share information about books we have read. It is an Interest Group of SWON Libraries and is open to all interested parties. The members are school and public librarians who serve young adults and children. ROYAL meets on the second Tuesday of odd-numbered months (January, March, etc.). How it works: Publishers send copies of their new titles to the ROYAL group. These books are aimed at the target audience of YA readers, grades 7-12. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are reviewed orally. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received. When the reviewer makes the review active an email with a link to the review is sent to the publisher, and one copy is kept in the archives. The member gets to keep the books that she or he reviews. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection. Most members add close to $1,000 worth of free books to their home libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1744 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1744 Sat, 08 Sep 2001 21:46:40 -0400 ROYAL (Reviewers of Young Adult Literature) is a group of professional librarians and educators from the Greater Cincinnati Area who meet regularly to share information about books we have read. It is an Interest Group of SWON Libraries and is open to all interested parties. The members are school and public librarians who serve young adults and children. ROYAL meets on the second Tuesday of odd-numbered months (January, March, etc.). How it works: Publishers send copies of their new titles to the ROYAL group. These books are aimed at the target audience of YA readers, grades 7-12. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are reviewed orally. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received. When the reviewer makes the review active an email with a link to the review is sent to the publisher, and one copy is kept in the archives. The member gets to keep the books that she or he reviews. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection. Most members add close to $1,000 worth of free books to their home libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1745 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1745 Sat, 08 Sep 2001 21:46:40 -0400 ROYAL (Reviewers of Young Adult Literature) is a group of professional librarians and educators from the Greater Cincinnati Area who meet regularly to share information about books we have read. It is an Interest Group of SWON Libraries and is open to all interested parties. The members are school and public librarians who serve young adults and children. ROYAL meets on the second Tuesday of odd-numbered months (January, March, etc.). How it works: Publishers send copies of their new titles to the ROYAL group. These books are aimed at the target audience of YA readers, grades 7-12. At each meeting reviews from the last set of books are reviewed orally. The participating reviewers get to choose books to read and review for the next meeting. The number of books taken is based on the number of reviewers at the meeting and the number of books received. When the reviewer makes the review active an email with a link to the review is sent to the publisher, and one copy is kept in the archives. The member gets to keep the books that she or he reviews. Most of the reviewers add the books to their library's collection. Most members add close to $1,000 worth of free books to their home libraries. http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1746 http://www.swonlibraries.org/viewevent?id=1746 Sat, 08 Sep 2001 21:46:40 -0400