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Outreach services in North Carolina's public libraries : a statewide study / by North Carolina Central University.School of Library and Information Sciences.(CARDINAL)204459; North Carolina Library Association.Public Libraries Section.Research Grant Program.;
Includes bibliographical references (page 84).
Subjects: Library circulation and loans; Public libraries;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Senior services today : a practical guide for librarians / by Brooks, Ashley,1993-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Engaging Older Adults in Library Programs and Services -- Understanding Demographic Differences -- Marketing to Older Adults: Strategies -- Programming Ideas for Older Adults in the Modern Age -- Enhancing Technology Accessibility for Older Adults -- Community Outreach: Serving Outside the Library -- Specialty Collections Items -- Continuing the Library's Relationship with an Aging Population."Senior Services Today will help library staff provide excellent services and programs for older adults. This practical guide's purpose will guide libraries and seniors in cultivating symbiotic relationships with a key community by intwining the library's core mission with seniors' personal values"--
Subjects: Libraries and older people; Adult services in public libraries;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Library programming for adults with developmental disabilities / by Klipper, Barbara,author.(CARDINAL)802378; Banks, Carrie Scott,author.(CARDINAL)404346;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Part I: Developmental Disabilities, Inclusion, and Supports -- Perception and Self-Perception -- Creating a Culture of Inclusion -- Accessibility Tools and the Library Environment -- Part II: Preparing for Programming -- Determine Programming Needs -- Working with Stakeholders -- Collaborating Across Departments -- Training for Inclusion -- Funding, Marketing, and Evaluating Programs -- Part III: Programs to Try -- Virtual Programs and Services -- Library and Literature-Based Programs -- Materials for Adults with DD -- Art, Craft, and Maker Programs -- Performing Arts Programs -- Gaming, Board Game, and Escape Room Programs -- Social Connection and Wellness Programs -- Adulting Programs -- Programs that Support Post-Secondary Education and Employment -- Conclusion: Next Steps and Twenty Best Practices -- Appendix: Resources for Programming, Outreach, and Training -- Index."This book provides a contextualized guide to programming for adults with disabilities and offers a wide variety of implementable program ideas"--
Subjects: Libraries and the developmentally disabled; Libraries;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 9
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Full STEAM ahead : science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics in library programs and collections / by Pandora, Cherie P.,author.(CARDINAL)802303; Fredrick, Kathy,author.(CARDINAL)803391;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Growing a STEAM program -- Funding -- Outreach and collaboration -- Encouraging girls and minorities -- Science and math -- Technology -- Engineering -- Arts -- Makerspaces -- Connecting standards -- Evaluation and measurement -- Professional growth -- Appendix A. Art museums -- Appendix B. Science and technology museums and planetariums -- Appendix C. Makerspace supply list -- Appendix D. Vendor list.
Subjects: High school libraries; Middle school libraries; Young adults' libraries; School librarian participation in curriculum planning.; School libraries; Science; Technology; Engineering; Arts; Mathematics;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Serving LGBTQ teens : a practical guide for librarians / by Houde, Lisa,author.(CARDINAL)892167;
Includes bibliographical references and index."This book offers the librarian a practical guide to library service to LGBTQ teens - from collection development, understanding terminology, dealing with censorship issues, programming and outreach, readers' advisory, and even to creating welcoming displays, librarians will find the tools they need to offer exceptional services for LGBTQ teens."--Publisher's description.
Subjects: Libraries and sexual minorities; Libraries and teenagers; Libraries;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Creating inclusive library environments : a planning guide for serving patrons with disabilities / by Kowalsky, Michelle,author.(CARDINAL)414629; Woodruff, John,1960-author.(CARDINAL)414631;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Introduction to creating inclusive libraries -- Writing policies and procedures -- Setting up facilities -- Training library staff -- Maintaining daily operations -- Collaborations and outreach -- Programming and workshop ideas -- Accessible resources and technologies -- Developing a user-centered culture -- Keeping up to date.Although the ADA and the subsequent amendments act have been in effect for years, there are still some buildings where structure and interiors limit access. Libraries should be proactive in creating inclusive environments. Kowalsky and Woodruff highlight disability and access issues, and highlight best practices recommended for a barrier-free environment.
Subjects: Libraries and people with disabilities;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Advancing a culture of creativity in libraries : programming and engagement / by Lotts, Megan,1974-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Part I: Creative Library Culture -- Creativity is not a Superpower -- Active Learning and Play -- Creativity and Teambuilding -- Engagement and Partnerships -- Assessment -- Part II. Ideas in Action -- Making it Happen -- LEGO -- The Bubbler -- Zines -- Button-making -- Rutgers Art Library Exhibition Spaces -- Experimentation Station -- Faculty Writing Retreat -- Urban Sketching -- Appendix A. Rutgers University Libraries-New Brunswick Events, Exhibits, Outreach, and Engagement Assessment Form -- Appendix B. Creativity Worksheet."This book shows academic and public libraries the many benefits of nurturing a culture of creativity, offering hands-on guidance on encouraging cross-disciplinary collaboration, launching active-learning events that highlight collections and services, fostering goodwill and trust-building, and forming partnerships that promote library visibility"--
Subjects: Case studies.; Rutgers University. Libraries; Libraries and community.; Libraries; Libraries; Creative thinking.; Libraries and community; Libraries; Libraries; Creative thinking;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 4
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The complete summer reading program manual : from planning to evaluation. by Young Adult Library Services Association.(CARDINAL)207455;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Planning and budgeting / Connie Urquhart -- Collaboration and partnership / Megan Honig -- Marketing, promotion, and outreach / Erin Downey Howerton -- Readers' advisory / Maria Kramer -- Technology / Chris Shoemaker -- Evaluation / Mark Flowers -- Program examples.A guidebook to help plan a summer library reading program focused on teens and tweens ages 12 to 18. Provides activity ideas and sample reading incentive programs; budgeting and evaluation advice; help with marketing, community partnerships, and readers' advisory.
Subjects: Summer reading programs; Teenagers; Young adults' libraries;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Yoga and meditation at the library : a practical guide for librarians / by Carson, Jenn,author.(CARDINAL)793239;
Includes bibliographical references and index.What are Mindfulness and Meditation? -- What is Yoga? -- Implementing Yoga and Meditation Programs in Your Library -- Choosing Resources and Designing Spaces -- Passive Programs and Alternative Collections -- Policies and Procedures for Avoiding and Handling Problems -- Yoga and Meditation for the Early Years -- Yoga and Meditation for Elementary-Age Students -- Yoga and Meditation for Teens and Young Adults -- Yoga and Meditation for Adults and Seniors -- Yoga for Every Body: Inclusive Programming through Outreach and Inreach.
Subjects: Libraries; Yoga; Meditation;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 2
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Creating literacy-based programs for children : lesson plans and printable resources for K-5 / by Baker, R. Lynn,author.(CARDINAL)410970;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Literacy and reading skills by grade and developmental stages -- Multiliteracies defined -- What is programming? -- Types of programs -- Program planning -- Specialized group programs and outreach services -- Large event and summer reading program planning -- Programming for children with special needs -- Advocacy and marketing your K-5 programs -- Lesson plans -- Appendix : Handouts and resources."The all-in-one resource you've been clamoring for, this book presents a comprehensive package of literacy-based public library programming ideas designed for children in kindergarten through the early tweens. Chock full of strategies and best practices for promoting literacy and reading skill development, it also features numerous planning templates and other materials ready to print and adapt as needed. With specific guidance for improving and streamlining each step of program planning and implementation, this book: defines literacy and reading skills by grade levels, in addition to information on other developmental stages; explains multiliteracies and connects them to programming practices; provides step-by-step program planning guides, arranged by grade level, which include book-based programs, clubs, makerspaces, afterschool/study programs, author/guest visits, family/all age programs, impromptu programming, and many others; offers STEAM-based programs which connect to science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics; gives advice on collaborating effectively with school librarians and teachers to plan school field trips; addresses large event and summer reading program planning; shows how to program for children with special needs; and shares tips and suggestions for getting the word out through advocacy and marketing"--
Subjects: Children's libraries; Children's libraries; Literacy; Literacy; Libraries; Literacy; Literacy;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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