 This week's new Indiana library jobs
Collection Services Librarian
Anderson Public Library
Community Learning Manager
La Porte County Public Library
Adult Services Assistant
Vigo County Public Library
Adult Services Librarian or Assistant Librarian
Vigo County Public Library
Tech Training Librarian or Assistant Librarian
Vigo County Public Library
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Hamilton East Public Library improvement projects focused on the future
Hamilton East Public Library
Friends of the Library donate books for young readers
Hancock County Public Library
Muncie Ballet Studio hosts free event with community partners
Muncie Public Library
Smithsonian exhibit opens at NWCPL
North Webster Community Public Library
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 As a part of Indiana State Parks’ Centennial Celebration in 2016-17, libraries were provided with two annual passes to place in circulation to encourage library users to check out and use to visit state parks. Offering the passes to libraries and including the ability to purchase additional passes to add into circulation was a one-time modification of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources' policy that states that the annual passes are nontransferable from the purchaser to others. After the program was discontinued at the end of 2017, Indiana DNR learned that some libraries were - and still are - purchasing passes and putting them in circulation. The Indiana State Parks Division requests that libraries discontinue this practice, since it is in violation of the agency's policy.
Outside of sharing annual passes for circulation, there are ways that Indiana State Parks can work with local libraries. Interpretive naturalists are available to present programs periodically for either the general public or for summer reading programs at libraries near state parks. A list of state parks can be found here, and those interested can contact the property closest to them to talk directly about possible scheduling.
Furthermore, up to five one-day passes can be provided as giveaways for summer reading programs or other special events. A buy-one, get-one program for annual passes is also available to nonprofit organizations. These can be used as giveaways or in fundraising programs. The organization buys one annual pass to use as a giveaway, or in a fundraising program, and provides Indiana State Parks with a receipt and a copy of the organization's IRS nonprofit determination letter. Indiana State Parks will donate a second pass to be provided at the event. For more information about one-day giveaway passes and annual nonprofit passes, please contact Julie Planck.
Additionally, Indiana State Parks has worked with local libraries to create reading trails that are available for a short period of time on a nearby property and has worked with libraries to purchase one-day passes that are a part of a backpack of materials that families can check out and take to a state park to use for a day or weekend.
Please contact Ginger Murphy, deputy director for stewardship at the Indiana DNR Division of State Parks, with any questions.
 The La Porte County Public Library is excited to announce that the LPCPL Exchange at 807 Indiana Ave. in La Porte is now open to the public.
The Exchange is a multi-use community space dedicated to connecting people and ideas while
removing barriers to equipment access. Community members can reserve study spaces, use open seating and use a variety of equipment free of charge.
“La Porte County Public Library is a place of equitable access for our community,” said La Porte
County Public Library director Fonda Owens. “We wanted to create a place for the community
to connect with others, enhance their job skills, discover new hobbies, start businesses and
much more.”
The building contains two meeting rooms, a large classroom, audio and video recording studios, sewing machines, design software, 3D printers, soldering equipment, a CNC milling machine,
wood lathes and more.
Community members may visit the LPCPL Exchange for tours during open hours. Library employees and volunteers will lead classes to familiarize interested community members with available equipment. Community members may also reserve equipment for use once they have completed the appropriate safety training.
Please visit the La Porte County Public Library's website to view current operating hours. Click here to read more about the LPCPL Exchange.
Please contact Jennifer Bissonnette, communications manager at the La Porte County Public Library, with any questions about the LPCPL Exchange.
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What’s Up Wednesday - Get INSPIRED: Career Preparation with INSPIRE
When: July 14, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Webinar
What’s Up Wednesday: How IARA Can Help Your Library: Archives & Records Management
When: July 28, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Webinar
The National Book Festival, Indiana, and You!
When: July 28, 2-3 p.m.
Where: Webinar
What’s Up Wednesday - Get INSPIRED: Live Demo/Q&A with Laura Jones
When: Aug. 11, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Webinar
What’s Up Wednesday: An Empathetic Approach to Customer Service Training
When: Aug. 25, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Webinar
Welcome to the Government Information Minute. Every other 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.
 Whether enjoying a neighborhood pool, the lake at a favorite vacation spot or the beach, it’s important to remember water safety. The Centers for Disease Control list their top ten tips for a safe summer in the water, beginning with "learn to swim."
Diseases can lurk in a backyard pool, a hot tub or an inflatable kiddie pool, so it’s important to find out how to keep the water healthy.
For those who like to hike, the U.S. Forest Service has tips on how to avoid hazards near streams, rivers and lakes and to safely enjoy and explore nature.
The National Park Service especially wants people to enjoy their national parks and seashores. They offer advice like “Swimming in the ocean is not the same as swimming in a pool or lake. Wind, waves, the change of the tide, the slope of the beach and other factors can cause strong currents to be present in the water even on the calmest days.”
Water activities are a great way to stay cool. Learn some simple facts about the weather, swimming and boating safety and water quality and have a great summer!
 The Indiana State Library is currently seeking an Indiana Talking Book and Braille Library reader advisor.
The advisor in this program director role will provide excellent reference service by phone, in person and online for adults, young adults and children with a visual or physical disability, as well as for caregivers and agency personnel who work with patrons. The advisor will also provide excellent reader advisor service to Indiana Talking Book and Braille Library patrons and will work with those patrons to make sure they are getting books they enjoy based on their subject and author preferences. Additionally, they will assist patrons with using the digital talking book player and downloading books via the BARD mobile app, the BARD website and BARD Express.
A college degree from an accredited institution, plus one year experience working in a library is required. The candidate must also possess strong computer skills in Microsoft Office software and library data systems, in addition to the ability to stay knowledgeable about changing technologies.
Click here to apply and to read additional job requirements and duties. A list of state employee benefits is also available.
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