Here is an announcement from WJ about an upcoming webinar:
Latinos and Public Library Perceptions
In Webinar
When: Tuesday November 18th, 2008 - 12:00 PM
Where: WebJunction at Central Time
WebJunction, in partnership with the Tomás Rivera Policy Institute, recently published a research report detailing the results of a six-state telephone survey of over 2,860 adult Latinos completed in early 2008. Learn about the findings and implications of the study from WebJunction's Laura Staley and researchers from TRPI.
Friday, October 31, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
new book
Hi -- Just wanted to let you know about a new book. This information came from an email the author sent out. Maybe everyone from the SLO workshops received it?? The author is Branch Manager in the Las Vegas - Clark county Library District in Nevada. -- Sue
Crash Course in Serving Spanish-Speakers, by Salvador Avila.
Libraries Unlimited, November 2008.
The book represents another step in the evolution of rendering library services to Spanish-speakers which highlights best practices, relevant and responsive services and programs, and reframes our approaches to this segment of the population. Providing services to Spanish speakers is both an honor and a challenge. Before public institutions venture into reaching out to the Spanish speaking community, they need to become familiar with their cultural competency so that their decisions and initiatives are not at risk.
ISBN13: 9781591587132; ISBN10: 1591587131; $30.00 $24.00 Due: November 2008
SPECIAL 20% EVENT DISCOUNT (when ordering mention code F238). Offer expires 12/15/08. Librariers Unlimited: call 1-800-225-5800; fax: 1-603-431-2214; online: http://www.lu.com/ or http://www.greenwood.com/.
Crash Course in Serving Spanish-Speakers, by Salvador Avila.
Libraries Unlimited, November 2008.
The book represents another step in the evolution of rendering library services to Spanish-speakers which highlights best practices, relevant and responsive services and programs, and reframes our approaches to this segment of the population. Providing services to Spanish speakers is both an honor and a challenge. Before public institutions venture into reaching out to the Spanish speaking community, they need to become familiar with their cultural competency so that their decisions and initiatives are not at risk.
ISBN13: 9781591587132; ISBN10: 1591587131; $30.00 $24.00 Due: November 2008
SPECIAL 20% EVENT DISCOUNT (when ordering mention code F238). Offer expires 12/15/08. Librariers Unlimited: call 1-800-225-5800; fax: 1-603-431-2214; online: http://www.lu.com/ or http://www.greenwood.com/.
Friday, October 3, 2008
SLO activities
First, thanks to Kathy and Amy for posting the great activities going on at their libraries for Hispanic Heritage Month. It is such fun to read what you have planned and how it is being received in the community.
The Belgrade Community Library has used their SLO grant money. The library added 25+ new Spanish/bilingual children's books, including some classic fairy tales like Cinderella and Snow White. They've been trying to get the word out about these new books, too. Also added to the collection is a CD on English for Spanish speakers.
The Belgrade Community Library has used their SLO grant money. The library added 25+ new Spanish/bilingual children's books, including some classic fairy tales like Cinderella and Snow White. They've been trying to get the word out about these new books, too. Also added to the collection is a CD on English for Spanish speakers.
WJ report and upcoming webinar
From WebJunction:
Latinos and Public Library Perceptions Report now available.
In partnership with TRPI, WebJunction surveyed more than 2,860 Latinos about their library use and perceptions of libraries. The results indicate that 54% percent of the Latino population visited libraries in the past year, and that Latinos hold positive perceptions of libraries. Read the findings, download the survey tool, or register for the October 14 webinar with the authors of the report.
Go to Report Findings: http://www.webjunction.org/latino-perceptions/resources/wjarticles
Register for webinar: http://evanced.info/webjunction/evanced/eventsignup.asp?ID=1506
Latinos and Public Library Perceptions Report now available.
In partnership with TRPI, WebJunction surveyed more than 2,860 Latinos about their library use and perceptions of libraries. The results indicate that 54% percent of the Latino population visited libraries in the past year, and that Latinos hold positive perceptions of libraries. Read the findings, download the survey tool, or register for the October 14 webinar with the authors of the report.
Go to Report Findings: http://www.webjunction.org/latino-perceptions/resources/wjarticles
Register for webinar: http://evanced.info/webjunction/evanced/eventsignup.asp?ID=1506
Saturday, September 27, 2008
North Valley SLO September Update
Sept. 5th NVPL (North Valley Public Library) held a very successful SLO event "Fiesta Hispana" with over 139 people in attendance, including 27 Hispanics. Latin food, music and dances were all included. Spanish library materials were on display throughout the library. Tours were given to those new to the library. So far, there has been 3 meetings of the SLO Advisory Group and plans are underway to hold ESL (English as Second Language) classes beginning the first of October. NVPL has purchased numerous Spanish materials including books written in Spanish and Spanish music CDs. Library informational brochures have been translated into Spanish and printed. The SLO Advisory Group advised against NVPL purchase of online Hispanic newspapers at this time. The Group suggested assistance with establishing an email address and guidance with driver's license exams as well as facilitating ESL classes. Ongoing assistance with Internet searches was another request. NVPL will continue to work with the SLO Advisory Group and to do our best to meet the ongoing needs of the growing Latino community in Ravalli County.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Hispanic Heritage Month
So, what is planned around the state for Hispanic Heritage Month?
At Parmly Billings Library, we will once again have weekly Spanish language movies. This is something we do every year and it is well-received.
We are also going to have a Spanish language story time each week. We've done this in the past as well. I think many of the kids who come will be English speakers, but they love it!
One thing that is new this year, is a book discussion group in Spanish. This is associated with The Big Read. The book is the Spanish language version of "The Call of the Wild." It is "La Llamada De La Nuturaleza." The facilitator is a lady from Panama who spoke at the Billings SLO workshop. She told me that she misses reading books in Spanish and is very excited to participate.
We are also having a book discussion on the book, "Bless Me Ultima." The book and discussion are in English. This will be a little bit of Hispanic culture education in our community.
At Parmly Billings Library, we will once again have weekly Spanish language movies. This is something we do every year and it is well-received.
We are also going to have a Spanish language story time each week. We've done this in the past as well. I think many of the kids who come will be English speakers, but they love it!
One thing that is new this year, is a book discussion group in Spanish. This is associated with The Big Read. The book is the Spanish language version of "The Call of the Wild." It is "La Llamada De La Nuturaleza." The facilitator is a lady from Panama who spoke at the Billings SLO workshop. She told me that she misses reading books in Spanish and is very excited to participate.
We are also having a book discussion on the book, "Bless Me Ultima." The book and discussion are in English. This will be a little bit of Hispanic culture education in our community.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Upcoming webinars at WJ
WebJunction is offering two free webinars that might be of interest for serving your Spanish-speaking patrons. One is on the new naturalization test and one presents the results of the telephone survey done with Latinos this year. For details, go to http://www.webjunction.org/slo-webinars
Teaching The Redesigned (New) Naturalization Test Webinar
When: Thursday September 25th, 2008 - 01:00 PM
Where: WebJunction at Central Time
This webinar will provide an overview of the redesigned (new) naturalization test, which will replace the current test on October 1, 2008. Join Dr. Michael Jones, Senior Advisor Immigrant Education, and Carlos Muñoz-Acevedo, Outreach Specialist, of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, as they cover the necessary skills and instructional methods needed by those who are preparing students to take the redesigned (new) naturalization test.
Latinos and Public Library Perceptions Webinar
When: Tuesday October 14th, 2008 - 12:00 PM
Where: WebJunction at Central Time
WebJunction, in partnership with the Tomás Rivera Policy Institute, recently publised a research report detailing the results of a six-state telephone survey of over 2,860 adult Latinos completed in early 2008. Learn about the findings and implications of the study from WebJunction's Laura Staley and researchers from TRPI.
Teaching The Redesigned (New) Naturalization Test Webinar
When: Thursday September 25th, 2008 - 01:00 PM
Where: WebJunction at Central Time
This webinar will provide an overview of the redesigned (new) naturalization test, which will replace the current test on October 1, 2008. Join Dr. Michael Jones, Senior Advisor Immigrant Education, and Carlos Muñoz-Acevedo, Outreach Specialist, of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, as they cover the necessary skills and instructional methods needed by those who are preparing students to take the redesigned (new) naturalization test.
Latinos and Public Library Perceptions Webinar
When: Tuesday October 14th, 2008 - 12:00 PM
Where: WebJunction at Central Time
WebJunction, in partnership with the Tomás Rivera Policy Institute, recently publised a research report detailing the results of a six-state telephone survey of over 2,860 adult Latinos completed in early 2008. Learn about the findings and implications of the study from WebJunction's Laura Staley and researchers from TRPI.
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