[Asis-l] 3 Months Full of Professional & Technical Training Opportunities

[Margaret Delaney]

The Ohio Valley Area Libraries (OVAL) Regional Library System, located in
Wellston, Ohio, is pleased to announce the following professional &
technical training opportunities for the months of October, November and
December 2002.


All OVAL professional & technical training opportunities apply toward
renewal of your Ohio Public Library Certification.

Unless otherwise noted, all workshops are held at OVAL, 252 W. 13th St.,
Wellston, Ohio. For further details, up-to-date information, and online
registration, please visit http://www.oval.lib.oh.us/workshops.htm.

For more information about any OVAL workshop, contact Amanda Bowers, CE
Coordinator, at mailto:bowersam at oplin.lib.oh.us or 1-800-759-1537 x9.



LET’S TALK ABOUT IT. . . BOOK DISCUSSION PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOLS!

Presented by: Ruth Metcalf, LPD, Family Literacy Consultant, State Library
of Ohio and Roxane Oakley, LPD, School Library Consultant, State Library of
Ohio

Date: Tue, Oct 8, 2002 - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; Free to non-members

Location: Portsmouth Public Library, 1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth

As a teacher working with elementary through high school students you are
always looking for innovative methods to discuss books and tie them into the
curriculum. LET’S TALK ABOUT IT and HELPING BOOKS HELPING FAMILIES may fill
the bill for starting such a book discussion group in your school. Ruth
Metcalf, State Library Development Consultant for Family Literacy, and
Roxane Oakley, State Library Development Consultant for School Libraries,
will discuss these programs and offer practical advice on implementing a
book discussion program in your school.



CREATIVITY DAY CAMP: INNOVATIVE LIBRARY LEADERSHIP & TEAM BUILDING

Presented by: Francine Knight, M.A., Nationally Acclaimed Trainer, Kansas
City

Date: Wed, Oct 9, 2002 - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Enrollment limit: 50

Fees: $40 for MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $140 non-members

Location: Plaza Conference Center, 200 North Plaza Boulevard (adjacent to
the Hampton Inn and New York New York Restaurant), Chillicothe

This seminar strategically uses creativity and humor to get results many
leaders strive for. The benefits of this day are numerous: reduce turnover,
build solid teams, inspire loyalty, eliminate negative attitudes, and make
work more fun! Learn about leadership and what you should and should not do.
You will learn what will work for you. Learn about different types of
communication that will benefit you and your employees. Discover strategies
for keeping your environment positive and morale high. Learn team building
tactics to keep productivity rolling. You will learn different procedures
that will help keep your employees in line and focused. You will master the
art of playing to your employee’s strengths to benefit them and yourself.
This is a rejuvenating day of learning and fun!



TECHIES TALK & TLC DEMO OF LIBRARY.SOLUTION

Presented by: John Mihalick, Automation Consultant, The Library Corporation

Date: Wed, Oct 16, 2002 - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; Free to non-members

Location: Garnet A. Wilson Public Library of Pike County, 207 N. Market
Street, Waverly, Ohio

Library·Solution is a third-generation automation system that has been
installed since August 1996. Since its formal introduction in the Spring of
1997, Library·Solution has been chosen by over 500 library systems
representing over 1,625 libraries to replace 2nd generation systems
including DRA, epixtech (Dynix, Horizon, NOTIS), DataTrek, Follett, Gaylord
GALAXY, Geac/CLSI, Sirsi, VTLS and numerous others. Library·Solution has
been chosen in competitive bid situations over epixtech Horizon, Endeavor,
DRA, EOS, Gaylord Polaris, III, Sirsi, Sydney, and many others.

Come to the special OVAL workshop for a morning Techies Talk on relevant
information and an afternoon demo of this very popular automation system.
This workshop will be held at the Garnet A. Wilson Public Library of Pike
County in Waverly, a library that already benefits from Library·Solution.

Come visit Garnet A. Wilson Public Library of Pike County and LEARN!



LEGAL REFERENCE ISSUES

Presented by: Jacqueline Orlando, Capital University Law School, Columbus

Date: Thu, Oct 17, 2002 - 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $40 non-members

Do you ever wonder how to best direct your patrons to the legal materials
they need? How to conduct a reference interview? Come to this workshop and
learn from Ms. Orlando the specifics of legal reference issues. Workshop
participants will learn how to conduct a legal reference interview and how
to refer patrons to the appropriate legal material, both in print and
on-line. There will be a discussion on the limits of legal reference and the
unauthorized practice of law.



LIABILITY AND THE PROBLEM PATRON

Presented by: Jacqueline Orlando, Capital University Law School, Columbus

Date: Thu, Oct 17, 2002 - 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $40 non-members

Do you find yourself caught in the gray area of giving legal advice to
library patrons? Come to this workshop and learn to how to walk the line of
helpful librarian without crossing over into legal advisor. Workshop
participants will learn from Ms. Orlando the basics of liability law,
including ways to avoid liability resulting from problem patrons. Please
bring your questions regarding specific library scenarios!



WHAT THE STATE LIBRARY CAN DO FOR YOU!

Presented by: Jay Burton, Head, Library Programs & Development, State
Library of Ohio

Date: Wed, Oct 30, 2002 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; Free to non-members

Do you know what the State Library can offer you? Jay Burton will give you
the information you need to answer this question. First, you will get a
brief overview on the history of the State Library and its move to a new
facility. Then you will learn about all the services the State Library has
to offer both Ohio citizens and librarians, such as access to reference,
research, genealogy, and government materials. You will get an update on the
Planning, Evaluation and Research department of the State Library and the
services this division has to offer, such as data collection. You will get
an update on the Library Programs and Development department and its
services. Jay will finish with the most up-to-date details on OPLIN,
Librarian’s Toolkit, Gate’s Grant, and 24/7. You can follow along at your
computer workstation for hands-on experience. Your questions will be
answered throughout this interactive workshop. Come discover a hidden
treasure...your State Library!



OHIO BICENTENNIAL: RESOURCES FOR EXCELLENT REFERENCE SERVICES

Presented by: Miriam Kahn, MLS, MBK Consulting

Date: Tue, Nov 5, 2002 - 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $80 non-members

As Ohio's Bicentennial approaches, and schools and the public become caught
up in the excitement, librarians and archivists will be challenged to
provide reference services and reading selections. Did you know that Ohio is
the birthplace of seven presidents? That early settlers came here in the
1780's despite the dangers of Native Americans, the British and the French
to find a better life for themselves? That the Ohio River was one of the
greatest highways moving people from the east to the west, to settle the
Mississippi River Basin and the Plains States? Learn about Ohio's history
and famous faces using all the rich and varied resources at our disposal.
Our libraries are full of histories, biographies, photographs and Internet
web sites. All we need are the key access points to mine this information
and provide excellent reference services.



OVERVIEW OF EMPLOYMENT LAW: HUMAN RESOURCES, PART 1

Presented by: Scott Warrick, JD, MLHR, SPHR, Columbus

Date: Thu, Nov 7, 2002 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Fees: $25 for MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $50 non-members

Protect your library or business with training covering an overview of
employment law.  Learn how to avoid future legal liability by building your
library's Human Resources Department.  Get answers to the following
questions as well as much more. *What is "illegal v. legal" discrimination?
*What is "unintentional" discrimination?  *What is an employer's BEST
DEFENSE to a charge of Race Discrimination? Age? Sex? Pregnancy? National
Origin? Religion?  *Can you have different dress codes for men and women?
If so, how must your policy be worded?  *When do you have to accommodate an
employee's religious beliefs 
 and what don't you have to do?*Do you have to
hire people who do not speak English?  *What is AGE Discrimination?  *What
does the Pregnancy Act of 1978 say about giving employees leave?  How much
leave do you have to give to pregnant employees?



STORYTELLING: BRIDGING THE GAP THROUGH PUPPETS

Presented by: Melinda Samblanet Dannemiller, Professional Storyteller,
Canton

Date: Tue, Nov 12, 2002 - 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $80 non-members

Grab your glue and scissors and head out for a day of fun! Join OVAL as we
welcome retired (but not tired) teacher Melinda Dannemiller for a busy day
of learning and laughing. In the morning session you will learn the
difference between storytelling and reading stories. You will learn the
value/use of storytelling with puppets and will view demonstrations of a
storytelling using puppets. You will learn the skills essential for
successful storytelling and the secrets for choosing which stories to tell.
In the afternoon session, it will be your turn to make puppets as Melinda
turns you loose with your creativity! Melinda will provide materials, socks,
gloves, etc. Attendees need to bring white glue and scissors.



NATIVE AMERICAN GENEALOGY AND COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT

Presented by: John Beckett, NAEDA; and John Wills, NACA

Date: Tue, Nov 19, 2002 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $40 non-members

When library patrons come to you and want to trace their Native American
heritage, want to learn more about Native American culture or history, or
want a way to be in contact with other Native Americans-- you need
resources, materials and knowledge to answer these questions.  Come to this
workshop and learn which materials to purchase for your library, which web
sites and organizations are most accurate and beneficial, and how to direct
research of Native American heritage.  Approximately one third of this
presentation will focus on genealogical resources for tracing Native
American roots.  Another third of the presentation will focus on general
collection development-- which books, magazines and other print resources
most accurately reflect Native American culture and would therefore be an
asset to your library.  The last third of the presentation will focus on
other resources, such as web sites, associations and organizations that
could be helpful regarding Native American history, heritage and culture.



OHIO, ALL FOR THE UNION: OHIO CIVIL WAR RESOURCES

Presented by: Jimmie Epling, Director, OVAL

Date: Tue, Nov 19, 2002 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $40 non-members

Ohio was the third largest contributor of men to the Union war effort. The
Union armies were guided to victory by Ohioans.  For five Ohioans, the war
paved the road to the White House. This introduction to print and electronic
historical and genealogical resources will help answer questions about the
role of the state and its people from students, researchers and genealogists
during Ohio's Bicentennial year.



THE ABC'S OF DISABILITY AWARENESS: PEOPLE FIRST, DISABILITY SECOND

Presented by: Laura Gold, Director, ADA/Accessibility Services, Services for
Independent Living, Cleveland

Date: Wed, Nov 20, 2002 - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $80 non-members

Location: Northside Branch, Chillicothe & Ross County Public Library, 550
Buckeye St., Chillicothe

Public libraries, as well as all public facilities, serve a large variety of
different peoples with different needs. Of these peoples, those with
disabilities have very particular needs. At this workshop, participants will
learn how to best serve the needs of the disabled population from a member
of that population. Presenter Laura Gold is the Director of the
ADA/Accessibility Services in Cleveland. Aside from her professional
accreditation, Ms. Gold will be able to give true insight into serving those
with disabilities because of her own hearing impairment. Come and learn from
Ms. Gold how to make your library or public facility conducive to the needs
of the disabled population.



PICTURE BOOK READ-IN & MOCK CALDECOTT ELECTION

Presented by: Sue McCleaf Nespeca, Kid Lit Plus Consulting

Date: Fri, Dec 13, 2002 - 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fees: Free to MOLO/OVAL/SOLO members; $110 non-members

Who decides on the national book awards for children? What is the process?
What makes the Caldecott Award unique among the awards given to children's
books? What are some of the best picture books released in 2002? Come hear
about the award process and have an opportunity to vote on your favorite
picture book for the coveted Caldecott Award. Then see how OVAL's winners
compare with the real ones to be announced in January 2003. Sue McCleaf
Nespeca from Kid Lit Plus Consulting, member of the 1993 Caldecott Committee
and Chair of the 2003 Sibert Committee (Informational Books) will answer
these questions and direct the mock election.



Unless otherwise noted, all workshops are held at OVAL, 252 W. 13th St.,
Wellston, Ohio. For further details, up-to-date information, and online
registration, please visit http://www.oval.lib.oh.us/workshops.htm.

For more information about any OVAL workshop, contact Amanda Bowers, CE
Coordinator, at mailto:bowersam at oplin.lib.oh.us or 1-800-759-1537 x9.

COME VISIT OVAL AND LEARN!

Margaret "Doc" Delaney, Communications Coordinator
OHIO VALLEY AREA LIBRARIES (OVAL)
252 West Thirteenth Street, Wellston, OH 45692
http://www.oval.lib.oh.us / mailto:delanema at oplin.lib.oh.us
740-384-2103 x2 voice / 740-384-2106 fax