This document summarizes Megan Emery's presentation about teen services at libraries. It discusses her career path working in various libraries, the layout and programs at the Chattanooga Public Library including their anti-programming stations and large events. It also provides tips for working with teens, focusing on feedback, ownership, and involvement of teens in programming. Emery emphasizes the importance of aligning with agents of change and working together to address problems rather than complaining.
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This document discusses strategies for summer reading programs at the Brooklyn Public Library. It provides examples of gameboards and challenges used in past years to encourage reading and participation in library activities without weekly prizes. Research suggests external rewards diminish enjoyment and motivation. The document shares feedback from other libraries that moved away from prizes, noting parents and children still participate and enjoy the programs. Ideas are presented for experiential prizes and collaborative projects instead of individual prizes. Examples of themes and materials used for gameboards and challenges in recent years at Brooklyn Library are provided.
This document discusses ways for school libraries and librarians to adapt to changing times and remain relevant. It encourages librarians to shift their focus from traditional tasks like book collections and rules enforcement to more modern priorities like facilitating information sharing, technology skills, collaboration and lifelong learning. Librarians are advised to connect with students and teachers, make their spaces more flexible for different uses, and experiment with new services instead of clinging to outdated practices. The overall message is that while the job is changing, focusing on student needs will allow librarians to thrive.
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This slide deck accompanied my 5-minute Spark Talk at the 2014 PLA Conference, where I talked about the benefits of branching away from paid, top-down "expert" trainings and instead allowing in-house staff to share their own expertise in guerrilla-style training events.
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Developmentally Appropriate Programming for Babies & ToddlersAmy Koester
Brooke Newberry and I gave a webinar for Infopeople exploring the developmental milestones of the youngest library patrons and how best to support their development through programming.
Learning Challenges as a Way to Increase the Impact of Summer Reading Andrea Vaughn Johnson
This document discusses strategies for summer reading programs at the Brooklyn Public Library. It provides examples of gameboards and challenges used in past years to encourage reading and participation in library activities without weekly prizes. Research suggests external rewards diminish enjoyment and motivation. The document shares feedback from other libraries that moved away from prizes, noting parents and children still participate and enjoy the programs. Ideas are presented for experiential prizes and collaborative projects instead of individual prizes. Examples of themes and materials used for gameboards and challenges in recent years at Brooklyn Library are provided.
This document discusses ways for school libraries and librarians to adapt to changing times and remain relevant. It encourages librarians to shift their focus from traditional tasks like book collections and rules enforcement to more modern priorities like facilitating information sharing, technology skills, collaboration and lifelong learning. Librarians are advised to connect with students and teachers, make their spaces more flexible for different uses, and experiment with new services instead of clinging to outdated practices. The overall message is that while the job is changing, focusing on student needs will allow librarians to thrive.
Spark Talk: Guerrilla Professional Development #PLA14Amy Koester
This slide deck accompanied my 5-minute Spark Talk at the 2014 PLA Conference, where I talked about the benefits of branching away from paid, top-down "expert" trainings and instead allowing in-house staff to share their own expertise in guerrilla-style training events.
BLISS - Better Linking Is Super Simple. The power point presentation for EAHIL 2012 on networking for librarians. Information to help make the most out of the conference.
Integrating STEAM into the ECE ClassroomAmy Koester
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Alessio Workshop: Building Great Adult ProgramsALATechSource
This document provides ideas and suggestions for book and programming trends at libraries. It discusses using multimedia like movies and book trailers, digital engagement on social media, popular subjects that attract patrons, and making programming multigenerational and with low preparation time. Specific program ideas are presented like John Green parties, Facebook parties, audio showcases, exchanges, and themed book tastings. Ways to reuse successful programs and themes are also outlined.
This document provides tips and best practices for using social and digital media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for business purposes. It discusses developing a social media strategy and content plan, emphasizing engaging and informative content over direct sales messages. Specific recommendations are given for each platform, such as scheduling posts, using relevant hashtags, and ensuring profile information is complete. The document also lists some useful social media management apps. The overall message is that businesses should focus on building relationships through their social profiles rather than just self-promotion.
It all becomes clear.Developing a personalized communication plan utilizing C...Hobsons
It all becomes clear.Developing a personalized communication plan utilizing Consulting Services
Presented by Molly Olson and Madison McKone
Hobsons University 2015
The document discusses perceptions of teenagers and libraries, how adolescent brain development impacts teen behavior, and how libraries can better serve teenage patrons. It notes that teen brains are still developing important functions like planning and impulse control. While libraries and librarians often view teens negatively as disruptive or disrespectful, the document argues this perception does not consider neurological reasons for their behavior. It advocates treating teens with respect and understanding their developmental stage in order to improve relationships between teens and libraries.
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Presentation given by:
Michelle Cooper, Henderson High School
Justin Hoenke, Chattanooga Public Library
Amy Koester, St. Charles City County Library District
At the 2013 Library Journal/School Library Journal event THE DIGITAL SHIFT: Reinventing Libraries
http://www.thedigitalshift.com/reinventinglibraries/program/
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The document provides guidance on developing themes for yearbooks. It discusses that the theme unifies the book and gives it purpose and structure. It recommends brainstorming potential themes by considering facts about the school, key words, catchphrases, locations, mascots/colors, and significant events. Visual representations of themes in logos and graphics are important. An effective theme should apply to the entire school community, cover the year's events, and appeal to students. Developing a theme packet with mock-ups of cover, endsheets, and other elements can solidify the theme.
NCompass Live - http://nlc.nebraska.gov/ncompasslive/
August 19, 2015
To address complaints about library atmosphere during after school hours, Columbus Public Library evaluated behavior policies, empowered library staff, and took innovative steps to meet the needs of their community. Rachelle McPhillips, Adult & Young Adult Librarian, Columbus (NE) Public Library will provide attendees with a set of tools to motivate library staff to meet the unique needs of their young adult patrons.
The document discusses best practices for using Facebook to promote a library's services, events, and collections. It outlines 5 goals of a library Facebook page, including building community and engaging patrons. It provides tips on posting etiquette, how often to post content, and pages to follow for ideas and resources. The document also includes information on converting documents to JPEG format to share on Facebook.
The document discusses the role of school librarians in supporting the Common Core State Standards. It argues that librarians are uniquely positioned to help schools implement the three key shifts of the Common Core: 1) building knowledge through nonfiction, 2) reading and writing grounded in evidence from texts, and 3) regular practice with complex texts. However, budget cuts have reduced librarian positions. For schools to succeed with the Common Core, librarians need to take a central role in helping students and teachers understand and work with the new standards.
This document provides guidance for creating and implementing sensory storytime programs for children. Sensory storytime combines books, music, movement and therapeutic activities to stimulate the senses in a non-judgmental environment. It discusses preparing for the program by learning about sensory processing disorders, determining goals and scheduling. Implementation details incorporating adapted materials, movement, music and social time. Evaluation of sensory storytime programs measures outcomes like children's participation and building community partnerships. The overall goal is to provide an enriching early literacy experience for children with autism or sensory processing disorders.
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This document appears to be assignments from a class on research and brand development. It includes assignments on researching whether technology can help people find love, developing a name and brand for a smartphone dating app called "Love Finder", creating logos and branding for Love Finder on social media platforms like Facebook, and wireframing the basic structure of the Love Finder website. The assignments show the process of conceptualizing, naming, designing, and planning the digital presence of a technology-enabled dating/matchmaking service.
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This document provides ideas and suggestions for book and programming trends at libraries. It discusses using multimedia like movies and book trailers, digital engagement on social media, popular subjects that attract patrons, and making programming multigenerational and with low preparation time. Specific program ideas are presented like John Green parties, Facebook parties, audio showcases, exchanges, and themed book tastings. Ways to reuse successful programs and themes are also outlined.
This document provides tips and best practices for using social and digital media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for business purposes. It discusses developing a social media strategy and content plan, emphasizing engaging and informative content over direct sales messages. Specific recommendations are given for each platform, such as scheduling posts, using relevant hashtags, and ensuring profile information is complete. The document also lists some useful social media management apps. The overall message is that businesses should focus on building relationships through their social profiles rather than just self-promotion.
It all becomes clear.Developing a personalized communication plan utilizing C...Hobsons
It all becomes clear.Developing a personalized communication plan utilizing Consulting Services
Presented by Molly Olson and Madison McKone
Hobsons University 2015
The document discusses perceptions of teenagers and libraries, how adolescent brain development impacts teen behavior, and how libraries can better serve teenage patrons. It notes that teen brains are still developing important functions like planning and impulse control. While libraries and librarians often view teens negatively as disruptive or disrespectful, the document argues this perception does not consider neurological reasons for their behavior. It advocates treating teens with respect and understanding their developmental stage in order to improve relationships between teens and libraries.
STEAM in the Public Library: Programs & Services for ChildrenAmy Koester
This webinar, presented for Infopeople, introduced STEAM and its place in public library youth services. Topics included programs and services for preschool and school-age children as well as a discussion of resources to support STEAM librarians.
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The Community Joins In: Library Makerspaces Justin Hoenke
Presentation given by:
Michelle Cooper, Henderson High School
Justin Hoenke, Chattanooga Public Library
Amy Koester, St. Charles City County Library District
At the 2013 Library Journal/School Library Journal event THE DIGITAL SHIFT: Reinventing Libraries
http://www.thedigitalshift.com/reinventinglibraries/program/
For a Child Audience: Mock Award Programs in the LibraryAmy Koester
These slides accompanied a talk on mock award programs in the library--including school/public library partnerships--for the 2016 Missouri Association of School Librarians Fall Professional Development Day.
The document provides guidance on developing themes for yearbooks. It discusses that the theme unifies the book and gives it purpose and structure. It recommends brainstorming potential themes by considering facts about the school, key words, catchphrases, locations, mascots/colors, and significant events. Visual representations of themes in logos and graphics are important. An effective theme should apply to the entire school community, cover the year's events, and appeal to students. Developing a theme packet with mock-ups of cover, endsheets, and other elements can solidify the theme.
NCompass Live - http://nlc.nebraska.gov/ncompasslive/
August 19, 2015
To address complaints about library atmosphere during after school hours, Columbus Public Library evaluated behavior policies, empowered library staff, and took innovative steps to meet the needs of their community. Rachelle McPhillips, Adult & Young Adult Librarian, Columbus (NE) Public Library will provide attendees with a set of tools to motivate library staff to meet the unique needs of their young adult patrons.
The document discusses best practices for using Facebook to promote a library's services, events, and collections. It outlines 5 goals of a library Facebook page, including building community and engaging patrons. It provides tips on posting etiquette, how often to post content, and pages to follow for ideas and resources. The document also includes information on converting documents to JPEG format to share on Facebook.
The document discusses the role of school librarians in supporting the Common Core State Standards. It argues that librarians are uniquely positioned to help schools implement the three key shifts of the Common Core: 1) building knowledge through nonfiction, 2) reading and writing grounded in evidence from texts, and 3) regular practice with complex texts. However, budget cuts have reduced librarian positions. For schools to succeed with the Common Core, librarians need to take a central role in helping students and teachers understand and work with the new standards.
This document provides guidance for creating and implementing sensory storytime programs for children. Sensory storytime combines books, music, movement and therapeutic activities to stimulate the senses in a non-judgmental environment. It discusses preparing for the program by learning about sensory processing disorders, determining goals and scheduling. Implementation details incorporating adapted materials, movement, music and social time. Evaluation of sensory storytime programs measures outcomes like children's participation and building community partnerships. The overall goal is to provide an enriching early literacy experience for children with autism or sensory processing disorders.
This presentation, Unprogramming: Recipes for Successful Programming with School-Age Children & Teens, was part of the 2014 Wild Wisconsin Winter Web Conference and was presented by Marge Loch-Wouters and Amy Koester.
The document outlines the outreach programs of the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library. It discusses how the library provides outreach services to various groups in the community including children, teens, adults and seniors. Examples of outreach activities are a traveling storyteller program, visits to daycare facilities and schools, and book discussion programs. The document provides guidance on starting an outreach program, including identifying community needs, partners, programming ideas, and addressing potential issues.
This document appears to be assignments from a class on research and brand development. It includes assignments on researching whether technology can help people find love, developing a name and brand for a smartphone dating app called "Love Finder", creating logos and branding for Love Finder on social media platforms like Facebook, and wireframing the basic structure of the Love Finder website. The assignments show the process of conceptualizing, naming, designing, and planning the digital presence of a technology-enabled dating/matchmaking service.
The document summarizes a real estate project called Mahindra Lifespace Windchimes in Bangalore. Some key details include:
- It is a higher mid-segment apartment project comprising 400 units of 3-4 BHK apartments priced at INR 6,800 per square foot.
- Amenities include a gym, pool, clubhouse, and 80% green space across 6 acres with 4 buildings.
- The project is developed by Mahindra Lifespace and expected to appreciate 10% due to the location's social infrastructure and proximity to IT hubs.
Transformed: My Life In God's Kingdom. OBED ASAMOAH-GYARKOObed Asamoah-Gyarko
It is the desire of God that the believer attains the very nature of Jesus Christ. In this part 1/6 series, learn how to transform your Christian life through worship.
OBED ASAMOAH-GYARKO
(Evangelist & Teacher).
Business in a Flash: How to increase performance and lower costs in the data...Violin Memory
Find out how Flash fabric architecture improves performance and dramatically lowers costs in the data center.
In this presentation, you will learn about
* Storage challenges in application deployments
* Flash fabric architecture
* Revolution of economics in the data center
* Case studies: a global telcom company, Juniper Networks, Fortune 500 retailer, multiple quotations about improved performance and lowered costs from real customers
GESAEX is a company founded in 2014 to help people find employment abroad by providing services like job searching, travel assistance, and accommodation advice. The company was started by four friends who struggled to find work overseas themselves. GESAEX employs a staff of twenty across departments to offer services to the unemployed, and can be contacted during office hours by phone or through their website for more information.
Rethinking Learners Challenge for Oturu SchoolDanilogan111
The document discusses the results of a study on the impact of climate change on global wheat production. Researchers found that rising temperatures will significantly reduce wheat yields across different regions of the world by the end of the century. Under a high emissions scenario, the study projects a global average decrease in wheat production of around 7.4% with reductions as high as 25% in Central Asia and West Africa.
STEAM Programs for Youth: Webinar for TXAmy Koester
This document summarizes strategies for implementing STEAM programs in libraries for preschool and school-aged youth. It discusses how STEAM can reinforce literacy and lifelong learning goals. Suggested program types include science, technology, engineering, arts, and math programs. Hands-on activities that tap into natural curiosity are emphasized. Community collaborations and resources like books, blogs, and websites are also presented as ways to support STEAM programming. The document aims to provide libraries with ideas and best practices for facilitating discovery and interest in STEAM subjects across age groups.
Mrs. Melissa Mondy teaches kindergarten at Fairview Elementary School. She has a bachelor's degree in elementary education and has been teaching for seven years. Her kindergarten classroom uses small group and individualized instruction, centers, and hands-on learning to teach literacy, math, and other subjects. Communication with parents includes agendas, newsletters, conferences, and a classroom website.
Teen Volunteers: Making a Library Volunteer Program Work for Youbleboeuf
Utilizing teen volunteers in the library can be a rewarding experience for both staff and teens. However it can also be a big challenge: working with teens’ schedules is chaotic, training can be time-consuming, and sometimes supervising the volunteers takes more effort than doing the tasks yourself. After much trial and error, the Delta Township District Library has found successful ways to make teen volunteering a great experience for all. This session will give you tips on how to efficiently manage a teen volunteer force, including recruitment, scheduling, training, supervising, assigning tasks, and volunteer appreciation. [This presentation was created by Becky LeBoeuf for the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference, October 2013.
Chat Transcript fpr Building Great Programs for Seniors WorkshopALATechSource
The document provides information and ideas for programming for seniors, including:
1) Suggestions such as focusing on partnerships with senior centers and using volunteers to provide services and transportation for seniors.
2) Examples of popular senior programs like book clubs, crafting, history and travel presentations, Medicare assistance, and intergenerational activities.
3) Ideas for additional programming topics that may appeal to seniors like genealogy, finances, downsizing, technology lessons, and health and wellness.
The document provides information about an event at East Stroudsburg University on September 12, 2015. It includes details about various sessions at the event, including topics on podcasting, blogging to make a profit, video skills for professionals, social media storytelling, and more. Speakers are listed along with brief biographies and contact information. The event schedule includes sessions, lunch, and a keynote presentation.
School’s out for summer, as you’ve probably noticed because of the recent influx of tots and teens participating in your story hours and book clubs. Public librarians with experience in youth outreach will spend this hour sharing what has worked and what has not when it comes to reaching this patron population at their libraries. Bring your own best practices to share with the group as well.
Making lasting connections with teens in the librarystealthwoman
Theresa Foster and Carly Shilling presented on making lasting connections with teens in the library. They discussed the importance of having programs for teens such as anime club, gaming nights, and a teen advisory board. They emphasized communicating with teens through social media and having a dedicated teen space in the library. They also talked about stocking popular materials like graphic novels, manga, and displaying new books. Maintaining a successful teen advisory board requires consistent meetings, activities, and opportunities for volunteering.
The document provides information about course offerings and extracurricular activities for 6th grade students at Ojeda Middle School. It describes required core courses in English, math, science, social studies, and PE. It also lists elective options like band, choir, art, and technology courses. Extracurricular activities through the ACE afterschool program are described, including classes in art, sports, theater, cooking and more. Counselors' roles in supporting students are outlined. The document aims to help students choose courses and get involved in middle school.
How to gather, write & publish your donor storiesGood Works
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The document provides tips and tools for libraries to observe and understand patron experiences both in the physical library and online. It recommends walking in patrons' paths to experience services from their perspective. Other tips include simple observations of patron behavior, on-the-fly interviews, scheduled interviews, and using secret shoppers. The document outlines analyzing findings to identify improvements and shares examples of studies that identified issues like confusing signage and underused services. The goal is helping libraries better understand and meet patron needs.
Presented by Natalie Bazan, Director, Hopkins District Library (MI) on February 28, 2013 as part of the Big Talk From Small Libraries Conference.
http://nlcblogs.nebraska.gov/bigtalk
This document provides information for parents about Mrs. Perrin's first grade class. It discusses the classroom goals of building relationships, establishing routines and procedures, and teaching social-emotional skills. It outlines the daily schedule, curriculum focus areas, and ways for parents to volunteer their time including taking books home to read with their child and helping with parties and art projects. Parents are encouraged to communicate regularly with the teacher and support their child's learning at home.
Learning adventures in the Early Years Connected Classroom murcha
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This document provides an agenda and resources for a panel discussion on running Dungeons and Dragons games in libraries. The panel will include librarians from three different libraries discussing how their DnD programs started, how they find volunteers, and how they format their games. The agenda also allocates time at the end for a general discussion of gaming options in libraries, including board games and video games. Contact information is provided for the panelists.
This document discusses introducing STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) programs and activities in public libraries. It defines STEAM as incorporating creativity and open-ended learning. The document provides examples of preschool and school-age STEAM programs, focusing on introducing concepts, hands-on activities, and facilitating interest in STEAM subjects. It also discusses STEAM services libraries can offer like activity stations, displays, and readers' advisory, as well as resources libraries can draw from such as books, blogs, websites, community partners, and grants.
In 2016 two technocrats at the Kenosha Public Library (KPL) decided to add a Snap Circuits kit to the collection. From there the collection has grown to include a 360fly, Cozmo robots, Amazon Echos, cake pans and more. With the addition of these items, programming and resources had to be dedicated to training patrons and staff on their use. KPL staff will discuss the growing pains of a Library of Things collection and how these items have been used to inspire creativity and learning and to keep generations curious about what's around the corner.
Blended e-Learning Resources to support WritingJanelle Riki
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The document provides guidance on how to be a kickass school librarian. It emphasizes that the main role of a school librarian is to make the lives of teachers and students easier by being a resource for finding materials to support teaching and learning. It lists key attributes of an effective librarian as passion, commitment, visibility, enthusiasm, learning, teaching, innovation, connection, and a sense of fun. It also outlines specific ways librarians can support teachers, students, and the overall school community.
Shaia and Moore: 12 Months of Children's Programming ALATechSource
This document provides a 12-month plan for library programming for K-6 children that aims to nurture them and help them thrive. It includes program ideas for each month of the year focused on reading, literacy, and collaboration with community partners. Suggestions are given for finding inspiration, setting goals, collaborating with schools, and other tips for planning successful library programming for children.
This document provides a 12-month plan for library programming for K-6 children that aims to nurture them and help them thrive. It includes program ideas for each month of the year centered around reading, storytelling, and hands-on activities. Suggestions are given for collaborating with other community organizations and setting goals for both library departments and children. The document concludes by emphasizing the importance of collaboration and a focus on mission in creating successful library programming.
1. Teen Services
Megan Emery
Tween Titan
Chattanooga Public Library
www.meganfemery.wordpress.com
Twitter: @bibli
9/19/2014
Brown Public Library
Northfield, VT
10. Tween Titan at Chattanooga Public
Library, Chattanooga, TN
11. A Little More About Me
• Ancient History:
– 2 Time Winner of the Eastport Elementary School Spelling
Bee, 1991 & 1993
– 2nd Place Champion, 3 Legged Race, Eastport’s 4th of July
Celebration, 1994
• Recently:
– Gave SparkTalk at PLA
– Participated in 2014 SLJ Think Tank
• Upcoming:
– Author of Book on Modern Programming for Tweens &
Teens (Title to come) for ABC-CLIO/Libraries Unlimited
– Participant in Etsy Summit: Re-Imagining Manufacturing
14. How About You?
• Who’s in the Room?
• Where Do You Work?
• How Many are with a Large Library?
• How Many with Small Libraries?
• How Many are Primarily Teens Services?
• Youth Services?
• Jacks and Jills of all Services?
• How Many of You are Full Time?
• Part Time?
15. Complaint Confetti
• What Bugs You About Working with Teens?
– Teens?
– Coworkers?
– Other Patrons?
– Space?
– Budget?
– Hours?
– Something Special and Unique I Can’t Possibly
Imagine or Categorize???
• Jump Up and Get Heard!
16. Complaint Confetti
• Grab as Many as You Need
• Write Your Gripes
• Place Them in the Appropriate Category
• You Have 5 Minutes, GO!
18. Compliment Confetti
• OTHER SIDE OF THE ROOM!
• Grab as Many as You Need
• Write What You LOVE About Working with
Teens
• Place Them in the Appropriate Category
• You Have 5 Minutes, GO!
19. Today We’ll Talk About…
• Antiprogramming Taking Center Stage in
Chattanooga’s Tween/Teen Space
• Focus Groups (Or “Adios, TAB!”)
• Large Events for Tweens/Teens
• Play and Redefining How We Work with Teens
(And How That Work Is Translated)
21. Layout
• 14,400 Sq Ft
• 12,200 Sq Ft Public
• Juvenile Fiction
• Juvenile Nonfiction
• YA Fiction
• YA Nonfiction
• AntiProgramming Stations
• 5 Alcoves
• Wide Open Spaces
• On Desk Always
22. Behavior Problems…
• We Got ‘em Too!
• But… We Have 1 Rule Instead of Many
• Respect:
– The Equipment
– One Another
– Us
– The Culture
23. Books
• We’ve Got ‘Em!
• Patron Driven Requests
• For All Ages, Even Teens
• 100 Items per Card
24. AntiProgramming
• AKA: UnProgramming, Passive Programming,
Stations, Centers
• An Area with an Activity, Lesson, or Project for
Patrons to Engage in Independently or with
Minimal Help/Leadership
• Work Smarter, Not Harder
– An Opportunity to Get More Done with Less Staff and
Time
• This DOES Take Time, Don’t Fool Yourselves
– An Opportunity to Boost Your Numbers!
• There IS a Story There…
25. Arcade
• Located in an Alcove
• PS4
• XBOX1
• WiiU
• Vintage Ms. PacMan Machine
34. Augmented Reality Sandbox
• Software from Grad Student in CA
• Xbox Kinect
• Computer
• Projector
• Wooden Sandbox Table
35. Ever Changing…
• Metal Stamping
• Plastic Toys
• Doodle Paper
• Friendship Bracelets
• Window Clings
• Currently Experimenting with Stop Motion
Animation
• Upcoming: Lego Table
36. How About You?
• Huddle Up!
• Discuss (10 minutes):
– What Are You Already Doing?
– If Money/Space/Time/Problems Weren’t Issues
What Would Your Dream AntiProgram Be?
• Share!
– Your Favorite AntiProgram You’re Already Doing
– Your Favorite Dream AntiProgram
37. Numbers
• These are Programs
• Count ALL Folks Who Participate in Them and
Share Your Numbers
• Doing More with Less Means Things Change
• Reach More Patrons by Working Around Their
Busy Schedules
47. Let’s Take Things Apart/Let’s Put
Things Together
• Once a Month
• 2 Hours
• Random Equipment
• Tool Kits
• Deconstruction, NOT Destruction
48. I <3 Asia
• 2+ Hours
• Once a Month
• 1 Part Lesson
• 1 Part Anime Binge
49. Teen Led Programs
• Work Around Their Schedules
• Rainbow Loom Tutorials
• Jewelry Making
• Code for Beginners Using Scratch
• Knitting
• More Rainbow Loom Classes
• D&D for Beginners
• Finger Crocheting & Hand Knitting
• Upcoming:
– Costume & Prop Tutorials
– More Code
50. Many of These Can Become
AntiPrograms
• Don’t Make EXTRA Work for Yourself
• Leave a Table Up & Let Others Enjoy
• Gauge Interest in Future Programs
• How Would You Do It?
– Huddle Up for 5 Minutes
– Discuss How You Would Turn One of These
Programs Into an AntiProgram
– Share!
51. Hey, Big Spender…
• Feeling Inspired?
• Spend Your Bucks On What You Want Most!
• You Don’t Have to Spend It All in One Place
• You Have 2.5 Minutes, GO!
52. Adios, TAB…
• Anyone Here Have a TAB That Still Works?
• Anyone Let Go of TAB Already?
• My Problems:
– Time Constraints
– Cliques
– Structure
• Why Did I Do That?
– Feedback
– Ownership
– Involvement
53. Ola, Focus Groups!
• 1 Hour Quarterly
• Tweens/Teens/Their Families
• “Book Group” Suggestions vs. Reality
• Our Ideas vs. Theirs
• Our Big Picture Presented & Adjusted
Frequently
54. Feedback
• Fun Questions
– Money is No Object
– There are No Obstacles
• Questions Posed in a Fun Way
– Confetti!
• Compliments
• Complaints
– Hey Big Spender
• Letters for Girl vs. Boy, Age, Town
– Doodle Paper
• Shyness
– Current Questions
– Huddle Up…
• Insider Information
– Newest Program Ideas
– Ask Us ANYTHING…
• What is a Library?
55. Ownership
• Choosing the Next Program
– Immediate Results Show Your Commitment
• All Feedback Discussed
– Coffee Bar
– Drive Through Book Drops
– Zip Line
– Swimming Pool
– Even Book Groups…
• Forever YA
56. Involvement
• Robust Volunteer Program
• Avg. Between 200-300 Monthly with a Value
of $4026-$6039 (Summer is Even Higher)
• My Tweens & Teens Are:
– Teachers
– Coaches
– Artists
– Interference
– Peer Leaders
57. After Party
• Reward for Volunteers
• After Hours
• All Access Pass to the Library
• Test Out All the New Things
– BeDazzler
– Pick Punch
– Scribblebots
– Little Bits Tea Robot
• Dig DEEPER!!!
58. EVERYTHING is a Focus Group
• Always Ask What Folks Think!
• Have Them Fill Out Comment Cards
• Mix the Quantitative with the Qualitative
• EXCELLENT Social Media Fodder
61. Free Comic Book Day
• 1st Saturday in May
• Free Comics
• www.Freecomicbookday.com
62. Star Wars Reads Day
• Started by Lucasfilm & Publishing Partners in
2012
• An Early Saturday in October
• www.facebook.com/StarWarsReads
63. Movie Events
• Divergent
• Mockingjay
• Marvel
– Guardians of the Galaxy
– Avengers
– Ant-Man
– Captain America
• DC
– Batman Vs. Superman
– Justice League
• The Giver
• Star Wars
64. All Large Events Have 3 Parts
• Decorations
• Activities
• Volunteers
67. Volunteers
• Community Service is FUN
• Community Service is Aligned with my
Interests
• Community Service is Shaped by ME
68. Teen Opportunities Fair
• 5 Areas of Opportunities:
1. Volunteer
2. Internships
3. Employment
4. Continuing Education
5. Professional Development
• Hands On, Casual, Guided Experiences for Teens
• If You’re Patient…
– Book will have complete step by step instructions on Creating
Your Own!
But in the Meantime…
69. Volunteer Opportunities
• Where to Look:
– United Way (Even regional can be helpful!)
– Local Nonprofits
– Volunteer Manager Groups
– Where are the Teens?
• Who’s Great?
– Unique
– Popular Already
– Giving Jobs BEYOND Stuffing Envelopes
• Who’s a Partner?
– Who Are You Already Working With
71. Employment
• Anyone Hiring Teens
• Anyone Hiring Just Teens?
• The Biggest Draw for Your Fair
– $
– Freedom
• Where to Look:
– Chains
– Grocery Stores
– Rec. Departments
– Youth Centers
– Food Industry
– AmeriCorps
– Local
72. Continuing Education
• If You’re Not Ready for College
– Keep Your Resume Competitive by Taking Classes
• Adult Education
• Online through Library Databases (Certificates!)
• Maker Spaces
• If You’re Ready for College
– Colleges
– Trade Schools
– Universities
73. Professional Development
• Having a Professional Email Address
• What Does Business Casual Mean?
• Opening a Checking Account
• Where to Look:
– Successful Locals
– Prof. Dev. Agencies
– Dress for Success
– Banks
74. Classes
• Applying for Jobs Online (And Following Up)
• Setting Up a Professional Email Address
• Interview Skills
• STEM Speed Dating
• Panels:
– Teen Success Stories
– College vs. AmeriCorps vs. Startup
76. We’re Amazing!
• Let Others Know It!
• Who
– Friends
– Board
– City Government
– Director
• What
– Numbers
– Money
– IMPACT
77. STEAM Tags
Science Technology Engineering Arts Math
• Explaining Learning Through Play, Legitimizing
“Fun”
• Common, Relatable Terms
78. Let’s Do It!
• Everyone Pick a Program to Brainstorm STEAM
Tags For…
• Fill Out Your Worksheets as You Talk
• SHARE Your Successes!
• Bring Them Home, Wow Your Director, Board,
City with all the Educating You’re Doing!
– (Get More Money, Rule the World, Solve All the
Problems.)
79. But Seriously…
• Look at Your Numbers After Changes Like
Antiprogramming Have Been Made.
• Look at Your Numbers in Terms of Door
Counters.
• WHERE is Your Traffic?
– Spend Money on THEM.
80. What if I Don’t Have Teens?
• Farm Them
• Start with Your Tweens
– Give Them a Voice
– Give Them Ownership
– Grow Them Into Library Participants Who KNOW
They’ll Get What They Want Through Their
Relationship with the Library
108. Alternatives
• No Gaming Equipment?
– Invite Participants to Come w/ Their Own
– Find Vintage Volunteers
• No Table Space?
– Go Vertical! Do Something on the Walls or From the
Ceiling!
• No Teen Space?
– Stay Open Late or Claim Some Space (Even if Only
Temporarily!)
– Where do your big numbers come from? Youth Services!
• Overwhelmed?
– Ask THEM Where to Start!
109. Don’t Be Like Me…
• Be Like YOU!
• Infuse Your Programming with Your Talents &
The Desires & Talents of Your Community
110. Stop Complaining
• We All Have Problems
– Many Times the Same
Problems
– Complaints Will Poison
Your Watering Hole
• My Rules:
– You Are Allowed to
Complain if You are
Making Changes to
Improve
– If You’re Not Willing to
Act for Change Move On
111. Align Yourself with Agents for Change
• Within Your Organization
• Within Your Community
• Within Your Profession
• Within Your Passions
112. Work Together
• Stand Up
• Find Your Complaint Confetti
• Talk Your Problems Over with Your Peers
• Move Complaints You See a Solution For Off
Onto Walls
• Anyone See No Solutions???
113. Be Honest with Yourself
• Strengths:
– Creative
– Ambitious
– Passionate
– Strong Networker
– Contagious Enthusiasm
– Well Organized
– Inspiring
– Never Stop Thinking About Work
• Weaknesses:
– Follow Through
– Overextended
– Organization Does Not Come Easily
– Competitive
– Naïve
– Task Oriented – Curt
– Impatient
– Never Stop Thinking About Work
114. Be Honest With Yourself…
• Take 5 Minutes
• Fill in the Worksheet Honestly
• Admitting Weakness is a Strength in Itself
• Using Your Strengths & Being Conscious of
Your Weaknesses Empowers You to Work With
Yourself, Not Against Yourself
115. Start Planning Change
• What Steps Can You Take Once You Get Home
to Start Creating Change?
• Write Down 2 Things You Can Do When You
Get Home On a New Post-It
• (This One Will Stay With You… Put it on Your
Monitor When You Get Home)
• Share!