• Best Paper Award for an ACRL/NEC member with the best scholarly library/information science paper. $250/year and complimentary registration/travel stipend to attend the ACRL/NEC Annual Conference. Deadline: February 10, 2012
• Continuing Education Scholarship to enable a member of ACRL/NEC to pursue continuing education or professional development opportunities related to librarianship. Up to $500/year and complimentary registration/travel stipend to attend the ACRL/NEC Annual Conference. Deadline: February 10, 2012
• ACRL/NEC Annual Conference Scholarships for Librarians and Library Staff to enable up to 6 librarians or library staff who have never attended the Chapter’s Annual Conference to attend it. Covers registration/travel stipend to attend the ACRL/NEC Annual Conference.Deadline: February 10, 2012
• ACRL/NEC Annual Conference Scholarships for Library School Students to enable up to 6 library school students, or December 2010/January 2011 library school graduates, to attend the ACRL/NEC Annual Conference. Covers registration/travel stipend to the ACRL/NEC Annual Conference. Deadline: February 10, 2012

New this year!  View a list of our Past Award Winners.

If you have questions or would like to learn more you can visit the Scholarship & Awards website or send an email to scholarships@acrlnec.org.

Thank you!

Committee Members

• Nancy George (Co-Chair), Salem State College
• Laura Kohl (Co-Chair), Bryant University
• Louise Buckley, University of New Hampshire
• Mary Piorun, University of Massachusetts-Medical
• Christine Turner, University of Massachusetts-Amherst
• Janice Wilbur, Assumption College
• Stephanie St. Laurence, Tufts University
• Dawn Emsellem, Salve Regina University

• Social networking for Friends (Facebook? Twitter? Tumblr? Google-alert?)
• Your Questions Answered Anonymously!  (Please send those questions to me now!)
• Growing the Friends membership
• Making the Ask

Are you trying something new this year? Is there another President in charge? Update emails, activities and names for the list of Vermont Friends at  http://libraries.vermont.gov/libraries/friendsofthelibrary by sending me an email (amy.howlett@state.vt.us )

I’m always looking for what works well, and today found an old-fashioned idea revived by the hardworking Friends of the Morristown Centennial Library. Check it out at  http://vtgoodideas.wordpress.com.   See more at Good Ideas from VT Public Libraries by searching Friends or clicking the Fundraising and Friends link in the right hand column. Send comments and questions to me any time—I’m the liaison for Friends for the Vermont Department of Libraries. Looking forward to seeing many of you in May

LIBRARY LEADERSHIP
This participatory workshop will focus on the future of libraries and the best practices that will help librarians improve access and services for their patrons.

Facilitated by Maureen Sullivan, president-elect of American Library Association and facilitator of NELLS (New England Library Leadership Symposium)

Friday, April 13, 2012
9:30 – 4:30
Coffee & munchies served at 9:00
Howe Library / 13 South Street / Hanover, NH 03755

Library Leadership Flyer & Registration (PDF)
Library Leadership Flyer & Registration (RTF)

Members of VLA or NHLA = $20
Non-members = $35 Includes boxed lunch

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Space is available for 40 Vermont librarians and 40 New Hampshire librarians.

Please mail your registration and payment to your state organization.
See attached registration form.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Howe Library does not open its doors to the public until 10:00. Since you will be arriving earlier, please use the lower, rear entry which will be unlocked for you.

Parking in Hanover is challenging. We encourage you to carpool and to allow extra time for finding a parking place.

PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN HOWE LIBRARY’S PARKING LOTS. There is a parking garage across the street from the library. The charge for three hours is $2.25. More information may be found here: http://www.hanovernh.org/Pages/HanoverNH_Parking/map.pdf

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LIBRARY LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP
Friday, April 13 / Howe Library, Hanover, NH

REGISTRATION – Deadline is March 16th

Name:______________________________________________________

Library:_____________________________________________________
Street: ______________________________________________________
Town/City: ____________________________ State: ____ Zip: _________
Email: ______________________________________________________ Phone:________________________

_________ I am a member of VLA and am enclosing a payment of $20. (Please make checks payable to: Vermont Library Association)
_________ I am a member of NHLA and am enclosing a payment of $20.
_________ I am not a member of either association and am enclosing a payment of $35.

PAYMENT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH REGISTRATION IN ORDER TO HOLD YOUR SPACE.

Please select only if you have special dietary needs:

_________ Vegetarian lunch option
_________ Special dietary restrictions option / specify: ____________________________________________________________

Vermont librarians mail to: NH librarians mail to:

Vermont Library Association New Hampshire Library Association
Kip M. Roberson, Library Director Erica Johnson
Pierson Library c/o Local Government Center
5376 Shelburne Road PO Box 617 Concord, NH 03302
Shelburne, VT 05482-6904 Phone: 800-852-3358 x 120
Voice: 802.264.5017 FAX: 603-415-3089
FAX: 802.985.5129

How does ITIG’s DigiCamp work? If you are interested in hearing about how other libraries use technology, or if you wish to share innovative or interesting things that are happening at YOUR library, just show up and share! DigiCamp will feature a community-driven format where each session is designed and delivered by you! This format fosters spontaneous sharing, therefore, no PowerPoints allowed! Even the topics chosen for each session will be chosen by you!

What is ITIG? ITIG is the Information Technology Special Interest Group of ACRL New England. Learn more about ACRL NE here.

Is DigiCamp right for me? DigiCamp is designed for all technology levels, so come one, come all!

Where: College of the Holy Cross, Hogan Center

When: Thursday, March 8th. Registration starts @ 8:30am and continues
till 9:30am.

Lightning round sessions begin at 9:30am-12:30pm

How much? Only $10 (to cover food expenses)

How do I register? http://itig.acrlnec.org/unconference_registration

Registration Deadline: Registration ends on Wednesday, February 15th
so register early!

We are only taking the first 80 registrants, so register EARLY!

Edward Iglesias & Bob Scheier
ITIG Co-Chairs

Some Guidelines

• Videos should be a maximum length of 60 seconds. Suitable file types are .mp4, .wmv, .mov.
• Deadline to submit a video/photo – Wednesday, February 1, 4:30 p.m. (Central Time).
• Email the file to Kathleen Hughes, khughes. Include your name, library, contact information, and any video/photo details necessary.
• Use PLA 2012 Videos in the subject line.
• If you’re worried the file size is too big, use this free and easy file sharing site https://www.yousendit.com.
• Top five videos will be posted on the PLA Facebook Page on Friday, February 3, 2012.
• The winner will be announced on Monday, February 6, 2012.

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Students! Tell Us Why You Would Like to Attend PLA 2012 and You Might Win
Library school students – send us a 150 word essay telling us about yourself and why attendance at PLA would benefit you. Be creative! Be succinct! Show us your enthusiasm and excitement for the public library world! We will pick the best essay and that person will receive one free conference registration, four nights hotel, and up to $500 reimbursement for travel to and from the conference.

Some Guidelines

• Essays should be 150 words.
• Deadline to submit an essay is Wednesday, February 1, 4:30 p.m. (Central time).
• Send the essay to Kathleen Hughes, khughes as a word document attachment to an email. Include your name, library school, and contact information.
• Use PLA 2012 Essay in the subject line.
• Winner will be announced on Friday, February 3.

Questions contact Kathleen Hughes – khughes.

The PLA 2012 Virtual Conference will include many familiar elements of the on-site conference, including high-quality educational programming, poster sessions and networking opportunities with colleagues. Each day will feature five live programs—the same programs available to in-person conference attendees. In addition, the virtual conference will feature special events such as daily author interviews.

Confirmed PLA 2012 Virtual Conference programs include:

• Can’t, Won’t, Don’t, Couldn’t, Shouldn’t, Wouldn’t: Combating Negativity Nellies in the Workplace
• Engaging with Teens on A Shoestring Budget
• iPads in the Library: from Tech Programming to Staff Productivity
• Library To Go: Putting Your Library Virtually Anywhere
• Q & A with Nancy Pearl
• Tracking Children’s Early Literacy Skills: Options for Libraries
• The Future of Libraries: Trends in Building Design, User Experience and Community Partnerships
• Transforming Public Libraries from Institutions of the Industrial Age to Change Agent for the Networked Society

As PLA finalizes the virtual conference schedule, new programs and updated information can be found at http://www.placonference.org/virtualconference.

PLA is offering both individual and group registration for the virtual conference. Individual registration is $215 for PLA and PaLA members, $270 for ALA members, $310 for nonmembers and $85 for students. Group registration is $599 and allows a single location to host the virtual conference for multiple attendees.

Register for the PLA 2012 Virtual Conference at http://www.placonference.org/virtualconference. Registration closes on Friday, March 2, 2012.

Offered biennially, PLA Conference is the premier event for public libraries, drawing librarians, library support staff, trustees, friends and library vendors from across the country and around the world. The conference includes nearly 200 top-quality continuing education programs, engaging social events, networking opportunities and a bustling exhibits hall. PLA 2012, will be held March 13-17, 2012 in Philadelphia.

The conference will get off to an inspiring start as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. takes the stage at the Opening General Session, 2:30  – 4 p.m. on March 14.  Like PLA Conference attendees, Mr. Kennedy is no stranger to advocacy and fighting for the future of something he values. His efforts to defend the environment have earned him recognition as a “Hero for the Planet” (TIME magazine) and as one of Rolling Stone’s “100 Agents for Change.”  Read more about the accomplishments of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. here.

Following several packed days of education and networking, conference attendees will be ready to relax and have a laugh with actor Betty White at the PLA 2012 Closing General Session, 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m., March 17. From primetime sitcoms to daytime soaps; from feature films to Super Bowl commercials, Ms. White has kept America smiling for nearly 70 years on film and TV. Her range of roles in real life includes actor, producer, author and animal welfare advocate. Get to know more about Betty White here.

Two engaging keynote speakers are just the beginning of what PLA 2012 will offer attendees. As the largest conference dedicated to public libraries and the people who make them work, PLA 2012 offers nearly 200 education programs, countless networking opportunities, hundreds of exhibitors and engaging author events.

Early Bird Registration is now available for PLA members and Pennsylvania Library Association members. Nonmembers are encouraged to join PLA to take advantage of up to $130 in savings. Look online for complete registration details.

For more information about PLA, contact the PLA office at             (800) 545-2433      , ext.5PLA, or visit PLA’s website at www.pla.org. PLA is a division of the American Library Association. PLA’s core purpose is to strengthen public libraries and their contribution to the communities they serve. Its mission is to enhance the development and effectiveness of public library staff and public library services.

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Our focus: FRESH, EASY, & CHEAP!

We, Amy and Kat, present to you, our phenomenal partners in Youth and Young Adult Librarianship, the VLA Youth Section Mid-Winter Magic Conference! On Friday, Jan. 27th, from 9:30 am-4:00 pm at the Aldrich Public Library in Barre, join us for an exploration of programs, displays, and approaches that are “Fresh, Easy, and Cheap!” The morning will be filled with a variety of speakers, from art teachers to former teen volunteers, all presenting fresh ideas on how to enrich your youth offerings and environment. And in the afternoon real live teens will be on hand for a discussion-based forum helping us identify what teens are looking for in libraries and how to best provide them with the services, atmosphere, and experience they need and want. The inclement weather date is Friday, Feb. 3rd, 9:30 am-4:00 pm. If you have a laptop, bring it! Also, bring a lunch, a favorite children’s book to work with, and your own “fresh, easy, cheap” ideas to share. This conference is absolutely FREE!

Planned Activities for Jan. 27^th!

Welcome and Introductions

Craft-tastic: Hands-on projects

Displays, Active, Appealing, and Engaging

The Changing Face of Libraries: Shake Up the Perceptions!

Book Trailers Tutorial (Bring a laptop if possible and a favorite children’s book!)

Lunch! Bring your own and enjoy the company of your fellow participants.

Teen Programs: What’s Worked, What’s Working, & What Will Work…

Teen Round Table Talks…Real Live Teens Reflect on Issues They Face in Libraries and Life

Reflections and Wrap-Up

To Register:

• email Youth Section President, Kat Redniss: kat@brownelllibrary.org
• or send me a note old-school style at Brownell Library, 12 Lincoln Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452
• If you have any questions feel free to email or call (802) 878-6956.

Please send me the following info by Jan. 20^th (ideally):

Name:

Library (if applicable):

Town:

Title (if applicable):

Are you a member of VLA?

Email:

Phone:

Thanks so very much!  We can’t wait to see you on the 27^th!

Kat Redniss and Amy McMullen

VLA Youth Section President and Vice President

WHO: Invitation to people who work in academic libraries:  submit an idea to present a pecha kucha session.

(You know you want to).  Topics?  Think fun, useful, interesting.  This is a multiple-speaker event.

WHEN & WHERE: May 22, 2012, Vermont Library Conference, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, Vermont

HOW: The format:  your presentation will consist of 20 powerpoint slides, with each slide allotted 20 seconds for a total of 6 minutes and 40 seconds.

After all the presentations are completed, there will be time left at the end for discussion and questions.

Please email Stacey Knight at sknight3@smcvt.edu with your presentation idea by January 20, 2012!

MORE:

For more information on pecha kucha presentations visit http://www.wired.com/techbiz/media/magazine/15-09/st_pechakucha.

Thanks!

Sincerely,

Your pecha kucha co-organizers-

Stacey Knight, Associate Director for Systems and Metadata (802-654-2402 )
Laura Crain, Associate Director for Collection Services(802-654-2388 )

Saint Michael’s College Library
One Winooski Park
Colchester, Vermont  05439