This week's new Indiana library jobs
Librarian Supervisor 3
Indiana State Library
Public Services Librarian Juvenile (part-time)
Indianapolis Public Library - Lawrence Branch
Public Services Librarian Juvenile (part-time)
Indianapolis Public Library - Warren Branch
Access and Content Service Manager
Monroe County Public Library
Security Technician (part-time)
Monroe County Public Library
Youth Services Librarian
Mooresville Public Library
Reference Librarian
Ohio Township Public Library System
Reading, relaxing at library's remodeled children's department
Anderson Public Library
Elkhart Public Library crochets for a cause
Elkhart Public Library
Fire department visits library for fire safety instructional
Elkhart Public Library
Great Places 2020 organizers hope 2018 is transformative year
Indianapolis Public Library
Model railroad group sets holiday exhibit
Jackson County Public Library
Annual Rudolph Family Fun Run draws crowds, costumes
Kokomo-Howard County Public Library
Genealogy: A journey like no other
Lebanon Public Library
More access to films coming to Plainfield Library
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library
Anti-bullying workshop provides suggestions for student victims
Vigo County Public Library
Jones' wildlife art to be featured by River City group next month at Vigo library
Vigo County Public Library
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The Indiana State Library is currently seeking a supervisor for its Professional Development Office (PDO). This position works out of the beautiful limestone Indiana State Library building located in downtown Indianapolis and is a leadership position supervising a dynamic team of five professional librarians consisting of four regional coordinators and the children’s services consultant.
Click here for a detailed description of the position and for instructions on how to apply. The deadline for application is Dec. 15, 2017.
The state library also announces new Saturday hours. Beginning in January of 2018, the library will now be open on the second Saturday of each month. In addition, the library will also remain open during library special events, such as the Genealogy Fair, Vision Expo, Letters About Literature and Poetry Out Loud. Saturday hours will remain 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Click here for more details and to see the Saturday schedule.
The Indiana Library & Historical Board (ILHB) voted unanimously on Dec. 1, 2017 to keep the cost of the Public Library Access Card (PLAC) at $65 effective Jan. 1, 2018.
The PLAC program allows library patrons to purchase a card which permits them to borrow materials directly from any public library in Indiana.
Any individual who holds a valid Indiana public library card may obtain a PLAC card. The cost of the card is $65 and each card is valid for 12 months after being issued.
The Indiana State Library collects the revenue from the sale of these cards and places it in a designated fund account for the PLAC program. After the end of the calendar year, all of the money collected is distributed back to libraries on the basis of net loans.
The Friends of
the Plainfield–Guilford Township Public Library invites local artists to submit
work for consideration for the 2018 Arts Gala: "Impact."
Now in its sixth successful year, this art
sale and fundraiser is one of the largest indoor fine art events in Hendricks
County. This event offers art items in a variety of styles and media for sale
to the public. Arts Gala will take place April 27, 28 and 29, 2018 at the library.
“Each year of Arts Gala is unique, as we
feature a particular medium, signature artist and piece. This year, 'Impact' will
be represented through fine art printmaking,” explains Laura Appleby,
Plainfield Public Library art gallery manager. “Our library impacts
our community and our community supports local artists.”
This callout is for all artists to submit
their artwork, including specifically printmakers who wish to also be in the
running for the coveted signature artist/piece designation. The signature
artist will receive a decorated feature in our Arts Gala program, highlighted
gallery space and media coverage. The signature piece must be for sale at Arts
Gala 2018. Each year more than 80 artists are selected to participate in
this event.
The Arts Gala opens with the "Starlight
Reception for Patrons of the Arts" on Friday, April 27, 2018 from 7 - 10 p.m.
This spectacular event allows Patrons of the Arts to meet the artists and gives
them the first opportunity to view and make their purchases from the displayed
art. Attendees will enjoy live music, hors d’oeuvres from local eateries,
wine and craft beers with a pledge to spend $50 or more at the show.
The event opens to the public Saturday,
April 28, 2018 at 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 29, 2018 from 1 - 5 p.m., with various artist
demonstrations throughout the day.
The purpose of the Arts Gala is to raise
funds for special library projects and engagement that will benefit the
community. In previous years funds went toward updating the children’s room
and sponsoring mental health events and awareness.
Over the last five years, the Arts Gala
fundraiser has sold
over $64,000 in local artwork; raised
over $24,000 for library projects; partnered
with over 50 community sponsors; been publicized
in over 30 publications; partnered
with over 150 local artists and drawn
over 3,000 attendees.
The entry deadline is Jan. 12, 2018. This
event is a juried exhibition and sale. There are no artist fees. The library will
retain a 30 percent commission on all artwork sold. To apply, please send three images of your
work to this email address.
For more artist information please view the artist prospectus on the library’s website.
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INSPIRE Gale: Testing & Education Reference Center - Careers
When: Dec. 7, 2017, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Evergreen Indiana - Local Administration
When: Dec. 8, 2017, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Libraries Rock! CSLP 2018 Training & Roundtable
When: Dec. 8, 2017, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: New Carlisle-Olive Township Public Library
Evergreen Indiana - Basic Cataloging
When: Dec. 8, 2017, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Webinar
INSPIRE Gale: Supporting Entrepreneurs using Small Business Resource Center
When: Dec. 12, 2017, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Descriptive Cataloging for Books and DVDs: What is the Title?
When: Dec. 13, 2017, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Where: Virtual Conference
Libraries Rock! CSLP 2018 Training & Roundtable (All Ages)
When: Dec. 15, 2017, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Central
Where: Ohio Township Public Library - Bell Road Branch
Libraries Rock! CSLP 2018 Training & Roundtable (All Ages)
When: Dec. 18, 2017, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Huntington City-Township Public Library
Certification Made Simple: Need to Know Info about Librarian Certification
When: Dec. 20, 2017, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Virtual Conference
Evergreen Indiana Webclient Feature Review
When: Dec. 20. 2017, 1 p.m - 3 p.m.
Where: Webinar
Welcome
to the Government Information Minute. Every week government information
librarians at the Indiana State Library cover current resources on governmental
data at the state, national and international levels; all to keep the public
well-informed. Follow the Indiana State Data Center on Facebook and Twitter and feel free to leave comments
and suggestions.
The Government Publishing Office (GPO) produces free
educational webinars
geared toward government information. In December, GPO has three upcoming
webinars for anyone to attend. Standard webinars last 60 minutes, and are LEU
eligible. Closed captioning is also available for all webinars.
In addition to
the upcoming webinars, GPO archives previous webinars
and webcasts for viewing through the FDLP Academy. The archival webinars
are presentations from the Depository Library Community, Federal Agencies, and
GPO staff. Most webinars require no previous knowledge base on the topic. For
anyone interested in learning more about government information, or a
particular government resource, take some time to view the many topics offered
at the FDLP Academy.
The Society of Indiana Archivists (SIA) is inviting individuals to submit proposals for the 2018 SIA Annual Meeting that will take place at the Indiana State Library in Indianapolis on Friday, April 13, 2018.
The deadline for submissions is this Friday, Dec. 8.
Individuals are invited to contribute their archives knowledge and experiences with colleagues from around the state. Sessions last 45 minutes and sessions of all formats are
welcome, including, but not limited to, individual speakers, co-presenters,
panels and lightning rounds. Shorter session times may also be available.
Sessions can be on any aspect of archival work and
speakers are encouraged to share both successes and failures so that attendees
can benefit from past mistakes. A successful session will be informative,
inspiring, and create discussion.
This year’s theme is “Thinking Outside the Box.” Share
new and innovative projects happening at your institution, ways you’ve shared
your collection through exhibits or outreach or creative solutions to
problems. Possible topics include archival instruction, lone arranger issues, exhibit creation, digitization projects, volunteer programs, grant writing, processing strategies, public access issues, copyright and advocacy.
Speakers do not need to be SIA members. Students and
new professionals are encouraged to submit. Submit proposals as a Google Form here or via email to Claire Horton, SIA vice president. Please include a session title, brief description of
the proposed session in 250 words or less and name and contact information for
all speakers.
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