50+ Library Services: Innovation in Action

{"id":10519721484,"title":"50+ Fandom Programs: Planning Festivals and Events for Tweens, Teens, and Adults","handle":"50fppfetta-alae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy J. Alessio, Katie LaMantia, and Emily Vinci\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13: 9780838915523 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e160 pages • 8½ x 11\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published: 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book of ready-to-go programs and events will help public libraries give fans who are passionate about genres, characters, games, and book series plenty of reasons to return to the library again and again. Fandom programming can require planning across departments, tie-ins to collections and community partnerships, and targeted marketing. But the fun content cooked up by the three best-selling authors in this guide makes it easy to stay organized every step of way, with events broken down into components that streamline planning and facilitates coordination. 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Alessio, Katie LaMantia, and Emily Vinci\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13: 9780838915523 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e160 pages • 8½ x 11\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published: 2017\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book of ready-to-go programs and events will help public libraries give fans who are passionate about genres, characters, games, and book series plenty of reasons to return to the library again and again. Fandom programming can require planning across departments, tie-ins to collections and community partnerships, and targeted marketing. But the fun content cooked up by the three best-selling authors in this guide makes it easy to stay organized every step of way, with events broken down into components that streamline planning and facilitates coordination. 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{"id":8329698630,"title":"A Year of Programs for Millennials and More","handle":"ypmm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy J. Alessio, Katie LaMantia, and Emily Vinci \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913321 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e216 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedless to say, programming for teens can be a dubious fit for library users in their 20s; and what appeals to Baby Boomers isn't necessarily ideal for those in their 30s and 40s. Millennials deserve their own programs. This handy guide specifically targets those on the cusp of the born-digital generation and their peers, offering up a year’s worth of programming suitable for both public and academic libraries. Organized by monthly clubs or monthly themed events, a format that makes planning and execution a snap, this resource\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides an overview of what those in their 20s, 30, and 40s want from libraries and how best to reach them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGives tips for extending popular teen programs to older teens and those in their 20s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresents start-to-finish programs sure to be a big draw, such as a “pub trivia” night, recipe scrapbooking meetup, retro craft club, old school gaming sessions, writer’s workshops, and community college networking events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows how to program on a tight budget by making the most of the library’s existing collection and resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers tips on marketing, outreach, and followup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fun and popular programs contained in this guide will help libraries become social and cultural cornerstones for the millennials in their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-08-31T12:26:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-31T12:26:55-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Adult Programs \u0026 Services"],"price":6850,"price_min":6850,"price_max":6850,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":27879980678,"title":"Default","option1":"Default","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838913321","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"A Year of Programs for Millennials and More","public_title":null,"options":["Default"],"price":6850,"weight":540,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780838913321"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913321.jpg?v=1533237031"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913321.jpg?v=1533237031","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"A Year of Programs for Millennials and More-Paperback-ALA Editions-Default-The Library Marketplace","id":92390883398,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"width":232,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913321.jpg?v=1568808634"},"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838913321.jpg?v=1568808634","width":232}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy J. Alessio, Katie LaMantia, and Emily Vinci \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913321 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e216 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedless to say, programming for teens can be a dubious fit for library users in their 20s; and what appeals to Baby Boomers isn't necessarily ideal for those in their 30s and 40s. Millennials deserve their own programs. This handy guide specifically targets those on the cusp of the born-digital generation and their peers, offering up a year’s worth of programming suitable for both public and academic libraries. Organized by monthly clubs or monthly themed events, a format that makes planning and execution a snap, this resource\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides an overview of what those in their 20s, 30, and 40s want from libraries and how best to reach them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGives tips for extending popular teen programs to older teens and those in their 20s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresents start-to-finish programs sure to be a big draw, such as a “pub trivia” night, recipe scrapbooking meetup, retro craft club, old school gaming sessions, writer’s workshops, and community college networking events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShows how to program on a tight budget by making the most of the library’s existing collection and resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers tips on marketing, outreach, and followup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fun and popular programs contained in this guide will help libraries become social and cultural cornerstones for the millennials in their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":8329662534,"title":"Adult Programs in the Library, 2\/e","handle":"apl2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrett W. Lear \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838911402 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e280 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2013\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProgramming is an important means of not only drawing new people to the library but also better serving existing patrons. Lear’s invaluable guide to adult programs is back—and better than ever, with refreshed, expanded content and new ideas to reinvigorate programs and give them a 21st-century spin. This edition includes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated chapters on basics such as funding, crafting guidelines, topic selection, publicity, post-program evaluations, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new section on technology, with ideas for online book discussions, offering programs via Skype, and turning programs into podcasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethods for tailoring programs for specific groups, such as men, baby boomers, and seniors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA collection of \"five-star\" programs from libraries around the country that can be easily adapted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWalking the reader through every aspect of adult programming, this new edition of a tried-and-true book is truly a librarian’s best friend.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-08-31T12:25:00-04:00","created_at":"2016-08-31T12:25:15-04:00","vendor":"ALA Editions","type":"Book","tags":["Publisher_ALA Editions","Subject_Adult Programs \u0026 Services"],"price":7550,"price_min":7550,"price_max":7550,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":27879816006,"title":"Default","option1":"Default","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9780838911402","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Adult Programs in the Library, 2\/e","public_title":null,"options":["Default"],"price":7550,"weight":680,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"9780838911402"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838911402.jpg?v=1533236902"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838911402.jpg?v=1533236902","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Adult Programs in the Library, 2\/e-Paperback-ALA Editions-Default-The Library Marketplace","id":92389310534,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"width":232,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838911402.jpg?v=1568808632"},"aspect_ratio":0.773,"height":300,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/6818\/products\/9780838911402.jpg?v=1568808632","width":232}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrett W. Lear \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838911402 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e280 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2013\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProgramming is an important means of not only drawing new people to the library but also better serving existing patrons. Lear’s invaluable guide to adult programs is back—and better than ever, with refreshed, expanded content and new ideas to reinvigorate programs and give them a 21st-century spin. This edition includes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated chapters on basics such as funding, crafting guidelines, topic selection, publicity, post-program evaluations, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new section on technology, with ideas for online book discussions, offering programs via Skype, and turning programs into podcasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethods for tailoring programs for specific groups, such as men, baby boomers, and seniors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA collection of \"five-star\" programs from libraries around the country that can be easily adapted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWalking the reader through every aspect of adult programming, this new edition of a tried-and-true book is truly a librarian’s best friend.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":8329706630,"title":"Adults Just Wanna Have Fun: Programs for Emerging Adults","handle":"ajwhf-pea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudrey Barbakoff \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780838913918 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e136 pages \u003cbr\u003e 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a wealth of resources out there geared towards serving the needs of toddlers, school age children, young adults, and senior citizens. But something's missing. Library users in their 20s and 30s constitute one of the most underserved populations for public libraries, and there's a scarcity of guidance on how to target them. Barbakoff’s fun and practical programming book helps to fill that gap. A 2013 \u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e Mover \u0026amp; Shaker who was also named one of Flavorwire’s _10 of the Coolest Librarians Alive,î she shows how to draw emerging adults to the library using a mixture of play and engagement and then keep them coming back for more. Packed with ideas that are real-world tested and approved, this guide \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexamines the unique needs and expectations of millennials, many of whom are already avid readers and have the potential to become a core part of the public library user base;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epresents easily adaptable programs that are fun for a variety of groups, from _Bad Art Nightî and _DIY Hot Cocoa Mixî to _Library Speed Datingî and _Homemade Spa Productsî;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efeatures a range of events that move the library outside and into the community, such as hosting a book club in a bar, combining books and bikes, partnering with a commercial kitchen for a cookbook group, and a book-to-action program that uses book discussions as springboards to hands-on service projects;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoffers advice for garnering funding and support by showing how to connect programming to the library’s fundamental values; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides tips for prep, setup, and teardown, plus pointers on marketing and outreach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nBy taking the initiative to offer programming that appeals to emerging adults, public libraries help to make them life-long library users. 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But something's missing. Library users in their 20s and 30s constitute one of the most underserved populations for public libraries, and there's a scarcity of guidance on how to target them. Barbakoff’s fun and practical programming book helps to fill that gap. A 2013 \u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e Mover \u0026amp; Shaker who was also named one of Flavorwire’s _10 of the Coolest Librarians Alive,î she shows how to draw emerging adults to the library using a mixture of play and engagement and then keep them coming back for more. Packed with ideas that are real-world tested and approved, this guide \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexamines the unique needs and expectations of millennials, many of whom are already avid readers and have the potential to become a core part of the public library user base;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epresents easily adaptable programs that are fun for a variety of groups, from _Bad Art Nightî and _DIY Hot Cocoa Mixî to _Library Speed Datingî and _Homemade Spa Productsî;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efeatures a range of events that move the library outside and into the community, such as hosting a book club in a bar, combining books and bikes, partnering with a commercial kitchen for a cookbook group, and a book-to-action program that uses book discussions as springboards to hands-on service projects;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoffers advice for garnering funding and support by showing how to connect programming to the library’s fundamental values; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides tips for prep, setup, and teardown, plus pointers on marketing and outreach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nBy taking the initiative to offer programming that appeals to emerging adults, public libraries help to make them life-long library users. It’s an investment that will reap benefits for years to come, and this book shows how to make it happen."}

{"id":11061226572,"title":"Audio Recorders to Zucchini Seeds: Building a Library of Things","handle":"audio-recorders-to-zucchini-seeds-building-a-library-of-things","description":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eedited by Mark Robison and Lindley Shedd\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13: 9781440850196\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e271 pages • 7 x 10\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Published:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis inspiring exploration of the range of options for a \"library of things\" collection demonstrates what has been implemented successfully and offers practical insights regarding these nontraditional projects, from the development of concepts to the everyday realities of maintaining and circulating these collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat services libraries provide and how they function in their communities is constantly being reconsidered and redefined. 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{"id":8141600454,"title":"Crash Course in Dealing with Difficult Library Customers \u003cem\u003e(Crash Course)\u003c\/em\u003e","handle":"crash-course-dealing-difficult-library-customers","description":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #741b47;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelley E. Mosley, Dennis C. Tucker, and Sandra Van Winkle \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781610692830 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e173 pages • 8½ x 11 \u003cbr\u003e 2013\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you prepared to deal with thieves, inebriated patrons, mentally ill individuals, or problem parents?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLibraries are public places—open to anyone and everyone. This book contains invaluable, practical tips for library staff who sometimes must deal with difficult or even dangerous individuals and situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery library experiences difficult patrons. 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This book explains that what is really important about the movement is not the space, but the creativity, innovation, and resilience that go along with a successful maker program. All it takes is making some important changes to a library's programs, services, and collections to facilitate the maker mentality in their patrons, and this book shows you how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author explains what a maker is, why this movement is important, and how making fits in with educational initiatives such as STEM and STEAM as well as with library service. Her book supplies practical advice for incorporating the principles of the maker movement into library services—how to use small spaces or mobile spaces to accommodate maker programs, creating passive maker programs, providing access to making through circulating maker tools, partnering with other organizations, hosting maker faires, and more. 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