by Compendium News Staff | Jul 27, 2015 | Library News, PA Forward
by Caitlyn Bovard As a reference librarian, certain times of the day are quiet. Then, all at once the computers are full and there is a line up of people waiting for an open station. Every single person requires your full attention and many of the things they need...
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 26, 2015 | Immigration, Professional Development
Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) present the next webinar in their series for public librarians, discussing immigration and U.S. citizenship topics. The webinar, Bridges to Citizenship: Connecting...
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 24, 2015 | Professional Development
Summer is a wonderfully active time at the library and beyond! Here are a few resources to keep you and your patrons connected to health topics in these busy months: From the National Network of Libraries of Medicine Middle Atlantic Region: an article on Health,...
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 23, 2015 | Children's Services, Professional Development, School Libraries
Click here to access the flier or read below: Family Engagement Conference: “Supporting Strong Partnerships for Children’s School Readiness and Achievement” SAVE the DATE: Wednesday, October 14th, 2015 9:00AM – 4:00PM PaTTAN Harrisburg Keynote Speakers:...
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 23, 2015 | Children's Services, Professional Development, School Libraries
Three courses are available this year. Please only register for one as they will all be offered at the same time. Beyond Booklists: Serving today’s Diverse Teens In this YALSA online course, find out how to go Beyond Booklists to serve today’s teens, the...
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 23, 2015 | Children's Services, Professional Development
This is a basic introduction to the early literacy components and practices as set forth in the Every Child Ready to Read @ Your ® library updated in 2011 (http://everychildreadytoread.org). You will get an overview of early literacy and what it looks like for...
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 23, 2015 | Professional Development, School Libraries
Joyce Valenza offers a list of Professional Development Opportunities. Although directed to school librarians, public librarians will find a great selection too.
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 22, 2015 | Grants and Other Funding Opportunities, Professional Development
The Knight Foundation is offering free webinars on Giving Days. Webinars are offered on August 13, August 27, September 17 and October 15.
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 22, 2015 | Uncategorized
The National Medal for Museum and Library Service honors outstanding institutions that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities. Selected institutions demonstrate extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service, exceeding the...
by Compendium News Staff | Jul 22, 2015 | Children's Services, PA Forward
Angie Andre, Children’s Librarian, Tredyffrin Public Library For many of us in public libraries, summer is our busy season. This is especially true if you work with children and run Summer Reading Programs. You may not even realize it, but you’re already...
