2022 Diversity Scholarship from the Music Library Association

The MLA Diversity Scholarship Award, funded by the membership of MLA, offers candidates from under-represented groups the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in library and information science (MLIS) with financial support. 

The goal of the scholarship is to recruit students from historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups into music librarianship by providing support for master’s-level LIS education. Students who have applied to or are enrolled in an ALA-Accredited MLIS program with a concentration, certificate, courses, or a career interest in music librarianship are eligible to apply for the MLA Diversity Scholarship Award.

Applications received by July 15, 2022 will be given first consideration.

To learn more please visit the link below:

https://tinyurl.com/mu245tnz

 

Book Censorship Update

Book Censorship Update

By Phil Morehart / May 6, 2022 / Banned Books, Books, General

 

Book challenges and bans are increasing in libraries and schools throughout the United States. To help spread the word about these activities and efforts to combat them by librarians, parents, students, politicians, and concerned citizens, I Love Libraries will highlight several stories each week on the current crisis. This roundup includes reports from New York, South Dakota, and Tennessee, as well as a look at children’s book authors who are fighting back. Please share widely. 

Please see link below for more information:

https://ilovelibraries.org/article/book-censorship-update/?fbclid=IwAR3QnGMtPqsya0O9WeYw9Q2Yc_YKnxj6Uk8VkgUGpQ2z6cEynW_JzVSsmIo

 

 

America's First Black Librarian: Edward C. Williams

(Image from Wikipedia)

Edward Christopher William is widely regarded as the first professionally trained black librarian in the United States, as well as an authority in library organization and bibliography. 

He was not only a successful professional librarian during the time of segregation, but also a social activist, author, and translator. He was constantly concerned about the challenges faced by libraries frequented by black people, such as deteriorating buildings, staff shortages, and a lack of funding. He was designated one of the "100 Most Important Leaders of the 20th Century" in 1999.

Post taken from the

BCALA - The Black Caucus of the American Library Association Facebook page 4/27/2022

 

 

Tomaquag Museum: Decolonizing Archives, Telling our Stories, & Building Collaborations

Please join us for our final webinar on May 5 at 12 EST on zoom: Tomaquag Museum: Decolonizing Archives, Telling our Stories, & Building Collaborations for GSLIS at URI's Voices for Information Equity webinar series.

 

Lorén Spears, Executive Director of Tomaquag Museum, will share through her lens as a Narragansett/Niantic woman, the process of decolonizing archives, telling our stories through the archival belongings, understanding access, and power structures, and how to build meaningful collaborations across sectors to ensure the complete history is shared.

Lorén M. Spears, Narragansett, Executive Director of Tomaquag Museum, holds a Master’s in Education and received a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa in 2017, from the University of Rhode Island and Doctor of Education, Honoris Causa from Roger Williams University in 2021. She is an author, and artist and shares her cultural knowledge with the public through museum programs. She has written curriculum, poetry, and narratives published in a variety of publications such as Dawnland Voices, An Anthology of Indigenous Writing of New England; Through Our Eyes: An Indigenous View of Mashapaug Pond; The Pursuit of Happiness: An Indigenous View and From Slaves to Soldiers: The 1st Rhode Island Regiment in the American Revolution. Recently, she co-edited a new edition of A Key into the Language of America by Roger Williams.

 

Please see the attached flyer for more information:

https://uri-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PG34Z9J1QrK4-FizstewxQ

Job listing-Ferguson Library (Stamford, CT) -Programming & Outreach Librarian

POSITION OPEN: Programming & Outreach Librarian

DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately

SALARY RANGE: $65,744 to $80,696 

 

The Ferguson Library, an IMLS 2021 finalist for the National Medal for Museum and Library Service award, is seeking a dynamic and inspired individual to be our Programming and Outreach Librarian. The candidate must be passionate, energetic, a self-starter and team player. The ideal candidate will ensure high standards in customer service, programming and outreach. This individual will play a critical role in expanding the library’s userbase, visibility and impact. 

 

The Ferguson Library is striving to be an anti-racist and equitable organization. Our staff are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for improving people’s lives through education, resources and services. Diversity not only includes race and gender expression but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religious beliefs and many other parts of one’s identity. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of culture and workplace we aspire to create. 

 

Duties include:

-Work closely with Associate Director of community engagement to plan and facilitate a schedule of internal and external library events.

-Initiates, plans, oversees, and conducts a variety of programs and activities to encourage the use of the library by adults including: films, concerts, reading clubs, speakers and performers, and other special events.

-Evaluate presenter proposals to maintain a database of superior program options which fulfill the needs of diverse communities and target audiences.

-Identify and develop lists of community partners, business, public and private agencies and events for outreach activities.

-Maintain a schedule of outreach events and ensure staffing for events.

-Review and analyze local demographic data to identify and coordinate the development of new users and activities to support community need.

-Oversee aspects of adult programs, exhibits, and special events including logistics, publicity, execution and evaluation.

-Oversee aspects of virtual and hybrid programs from registration to recording of presentations.

-Prepare and maintain displays, booklists, pathfinders and other materials for outreach and programing events.

-Compile and deliver assessment reports on all outreach and program activities including attendance figures and feedback commentary.

-Develop and maintain a budget for programs and outreach services

-Occasional staffing at reference and readers advisory desks.

Other duties as assigned by Associate Director of community engagement 

 

Qualifications:

-Masters degree in Library and Information Science desirable

Knowledge and/or experience working in an urban public library.

Effective communication skills on both oral and written platforms.

-Excellent interpersonal skills. Sensitivity and respect in working in a diverse community of staff and patrons.

-Detail oriented, ability to prioritize and manage multiple programs with tight timelines and schedules.

-A strong understanding and commitment to EDISJ values and its application in public library settings.

-Knowledge of and/or experience in contemporary streaming technologies.

-Ability to work well independently and with members of the team.

-Availability and flexibility to work multiple evenings and weekends.

-Proficiency in other languages a plus. 

 

Interested parties must send a resume and cover letter to: apply@fergusonlibrary.org

2022 Youth Services Outreach Week

Youth Services Outreach Week, May 16-20, 2022 - Sponsored By The Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services (ABOS)

 

Take part in the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services (ABOS) 2022 Youth Services Outreach Week by submitting a photo of your staff performing outreach with kiddos and brag about programs that you are proud of! Youth Services Outreach Week will take over ABOS social media platforms the week of May 16-20, 2022. 

 

The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 6, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. Central Time.

 

To submit your information:

https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScZiXIcwjUtNZ.../viewform

 

Follow Youth Services Outreach Week:

 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abosoutreach

 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ABOS_Outreach

 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abos.outreach/

 

To learn more about ABOS and to join!

https://abos-outreach.com/

Ferguson job listing, Librarian 1, Stamford, CT

POSITION OPEN: Librarian I, The Ferguson Library South End Branch, Stamford, CT.

 

CLASSIFICATION RANGE: 5

SALARY RANGE: $ 65,744 - $80,969 (effective 7/1/2021)

DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately 

 

The Ferguson Library is seeking to fill the full-time position of Librarian I for its South End Branch. Founded in 1877, and incorporated as an association library in 1880, The Ferguson Library is Stamford’s public library. With major annual funding from the city, it operates a Main Library downtown, three neighborhood branches, and a bookmobile. 

 

The South End Branch serves a diverse and growing neighborhood with a wide range of programming and services. Outreach is an important part of the job, which offers the successful candidate the opportunity to have a meaningful impact in the community. 

 

The Ferguson Library is striving to be an anti-racist and equitable organization. Our staff are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for improving people’s lives through education, resources and services. Diversity not only includes race and gender expression but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religious beliefs and many other parts of one’s identity. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of culture and workplace we aspire to create. 

 

DUTIES INCLUDE:

-Provide reference and readers advisory services to patrons of all ages.

- Provide assistance to patrons in locating and using library materials and equipment including databases, digital media and mobile devices.

-Develop and maintain the collections of children’s materials; attend biweekly system-wide Youth Services book meeting.

-Assist supervisor with collection development for Adult Collection.

-Assist supervisor in developing the budget for the South End Branch.

-Assist with adult and children’s programming for the public, including community outreach.

-Serve as liaison for library services with community groups, schools and other librarians.

-Work on the circulation desk at the branch and on the bookmobile as needed.

-Other duties as required by the Branch Supervisor. 

 

If interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resume and covering letter by email to the Director of Human Resources, at apply@fergusonlibrary.org, not later May 16, 2022