System Meeting May 16, 2014

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Birds of a Feather (9-9:30am)

Ask Me [Almost] Anything -with Chris Finger.

We will briefly look at Reddit's Ask Me Anything (AMA) question and answer sessions and how you could use them to style future programming. Then you have a chance to ask Geneva Public Library's Acting Director and Central Librarian anything you want.

Selection Lists

J and YA publisher preview books will be available for review.

Announcement Links

• Retirement Best Wishes! - Cassie
• July 17 Open House at PLS - Cassie
• IMPACT Survey Rollout - Lauren
• Sonicwall Replacements for 14 libraries - Bob
• Overdrive's Big Read Program in June - Pat
• OWWLUG / OWWLAC - Kathryn
• New NYLA Paralibrarian Roundtable - Heidi

Sharing

Programs:

Successful Author Visits

Have you ever had a wondrous author visit brimming with stories of dazzling writing adventures and captivating characters? How about one that was a mix of low attendance, mind-numbing content, and disappointment?
Both of these outcomes are highly dependent on preparation and skillful facilitation which is why we have invited screenwriter, filmmaker, and author Jeff Baron (joining us via Skype) to our May System Meeting.
Mr. Baron will be discussing his books and sharing the perspectives of an event speaker on running and facilitating successful author visits. Guest: Jeff Baron

Computers In Libraries Conference Redux

Learn how your library can integrate cutting-edge technology into its service model from PLS Continuing Education Grant recipients. They'll be sharing
what they learned at last months' Computers in Libraries Conference including: technology trends, best practices, and cool program ideas.

Facilitators: Pat Finnerty and Lauren Moore

Presenters:

• Chris Finger
• Stacey Wicksall
• Kelsy Hibbard-Baker

Program Materials

System Meeting Documentation

• Agenda - May 16, 2014 System Meeting
• Summary - May 16, 2014_System Meeting
• 2014-MAY_Feedback_Report_Card.pdf

Link to previous Meeting

April 25, 2014 System Meeting