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Peace Library System's Quarterly Newsletter SUMMER 2024
|  | FINAL COUNTDOWN TO OUR SYMPOSIUM |
The anticipation is building as we approach our symposium. Get ready for insightful sessions, keynotes from library marketing experets, and valuable networking opportunities. |
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Louisa Robison |
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Strategic Planning
| It’s Plan of Service time again, and that means meetings with stakeholders, separating the wants and the needs and the nice-to-haves, figuring out what we can afford and what we can’t.
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Emma Stewart |
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CONSULTING
| Get updates from our department on the TD Summer Reading Club eBook contributions and the 2024 Stronger Together Conference. Also learn about new website features and the Author Visit Subsidy available for PLS member libraries. |
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Intellectual Freedom Update
| As we watch what’s happening south of the border, and as we see more of these trends creeping up to our neck of the woods, it’s important to keep up to date on what’s happening on the topic of censorship and libraries.
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Ryan Goff |
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TECHNICAL SERVICES
| LEAP into the future. Implementing a basic technology plan can revolutionize library services, enhancing access to information, and fostering community engagement.
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COLLECTION SERVICES
| Funds. There would be a small change to the allotment top-up procedures this year. We will be automatically updating your Funds in Polaris near to January 1st and July 1st each year.
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Ken Sawdon |
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COURIER
| Revamping the fleet. Our delivery vans have served their time, and served it well. But as the odometer climbs ever higher, the time has come to replace them. The first of the new replacements made its maiden voyage this spring.
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Freya Fonkstad |
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Kate Renfree |
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Feed Them, and They Shall Come.
| For a group that can be difficult to convince to come to programs, the lure of food can always bring teens in to the library. We have found that registration fills up quickly when sugary carbs are on the line.
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AROUND THE SYSTEM
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Jayme Mueller |
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JAYME MUELLER, IT SPECIALIST
| I'm a native of GP, proudly representing the first generation of my family born in Canada. My interests span from gaming to immersing myself in the wonders of the great outdoors. At the heart of it all, I'm a devoted father to my wonderful seven-year-old son, who never ceases to amaze me with his kindness and vitality. |
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My career has taken me through diverse public settings, including roles within the Public School Board and as a Physical Education instructor for the Local Army Cadets Corp. Beyond the professional realm, you'll often find me either socializing with friends or tending to tasks in my yard.
Since the age of 16, I've been immersed in the world of IT, a journey I've embraced wholeheartedly and never looked back. Known for my generous spirit and upbeat demeanor, I'm always ready to lend a helping hand wherever needed.
| STRONGER TOGETHER CONFERENCE 2024 |
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Join us at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton on October 3-4 for an engaging and educational Stronger Together Library Conference.
You’ll be joined by 500 fellow attendees from all over central and northern Alberta to discuss vital topics, including advocacy, artificial intelligence and technology, workplace issues, intellectual freedom, governance, and programming.
This conference is a premier experience for librarians, staff and trustees who work in public, school, academic and special libraries across Alberta. The presenting partners represent all aspects of the library community, enabling a diverse group to come together to discuss important issues and opportunities.
The website goes live on Monday, May 27th! Be sure to visit and check out the lineup. Registration opens towards the end of May.
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News & Notes is your quarterly professional guide to news, services and connection with the staff at PLS.
Editor / Designer - Jill Kergan
PLS Contributors
Freya Fonkstad
Ryan Goff
Rose-Marie Finch Ken Sawdon Louisa Robison
Emma Stewart
Around the System
Susan Al-Mais
Bonnie Landaker Channing MacDonald
Louisa Robison
Samantha
Questions?
Contact Jill by email or phone 780-538-4656 ext.104
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UPCOMING EVENTS |
Meetings Public LIbrary Meeting: May 30 Coffee Chat: June 3
Board: September 21 Executive Committee - July 27 (Grande Prairie) Coffee Chat: September 10
Dates to Remember Pride Month - June
Audiobook Appreciation Month - June
Alberta Seniors' Week - June 3 to 9
National Indigenous Peoples Day - June 21
Canada Day - July 1
Heritage Day - August 5
National Book Lover's Day - August 9
In-Person PD Opportunities
Peace Library System Symposium - May 31 Board Basics - June 1 (Grande Prairie)
PLSB Symposium - June 10 & 11
Stronger Together 2024 - October 3 & 4 |
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