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1 Filtering Chaos: From Information to Knowledge Texas Library Association Annual Conference April 14 April 17, 2010 San Antonio, Texas For the complete schedule (including events, author functions, and other programming) and to register online, go to: Wednesday, April 14 Getting the Unfun Done: Hiring, Supervising, Coaching, and Firing (Preconference) 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Discover current and proven best practices and techniques for the challenging aspects of managing employees. Academic and public librarians with management experience will engage the audience through interactive activities to help cement the learning. Preregistration required. Laura Heinz, head of information services, University Library, Texas Tech University; Jennifer Shelly, senior librarian, Valley Ranch Library, Irving Public Library; and Linda Swalley, assistant chief of technical services, Houston Public Library. Basic Reference Using the TexShare Databases (Preconference) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Wednesday, April 14) San Antonio Public Library, 600 Soledad From the reference interview to conducting the search, this session details the variety of TexShare sources available, the content of the databases, and live examples of their use. Preregistration required. Adam Spana, librarian, digital services, San Antonio Public Library. Collection Development Best Practices (Preconference) 1:00-5:00 pm (Wednesday, April 14) What has been the impact of various technologies on collection development? What are the best tools currently available? What will the future hold? All this and more will be discussed. Preregistration required. Carolyn Davidson Brewer, assistant director, North Texas Regional Library System; Diane Bruxvoort, associate dean for collection services, University of Houston; and Mark Dolive, director, South East Library, Tarrant County Community College. gethip - Health Information Plus: Promoting the Health and Future of Your Community (Preconference) 1:00-5:00 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Librarians have a unique opportunity to improve access to information about health topics and careers. Formulate your plan of action in this interactive session and discover how to collaborate successfully with community stakeholders. This program emphasizes services to students, teachers, and health professionals. Preregistration required. Pat B. Cooper, CEO/president, Early Childhood and Family Learning Foundation (New Orleans, LA); Mario Martinez, manager, Project Worth, San Antonio Metropolitan Health District; and Ximena Urrutia- Rojas, associate professor, University of Texas Houston School of Public Health. What You Don t Know That You Don t Know about Copyright! (Preconference) 1:00-5:00 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Copyright is a complex and constantly changing beast. What you don t know about what think you know about fair use, photocopying, and licensing a work will surprise you! A librarian-turned-copyright lawyer will help you ensure compliance and tame the monster. Preregistration required. Gretchen McCord Hoffmann, attorney, Wong Cabello (Austin). From AACR2 to Resource Description and Access (RDA): An Update 1:00-1:50 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Have you been hearing about RDA and need the latest news? Learn about the progress, testing, and pending implementation of this important and long-awaited development in the world of cataloging. Richard Hasenyager, director for library services, North East ISD (San Antonio); Shawne D. Miksa, associate professor, College of Information, University of North Texas; and Barbara Schultz- Jones, assistant professor, College of Information, University of North Texas. 1

2 If You Give a Kid a Book: Booktalks for Tweens and Teens 2:00-2:50 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Want to connect your youth with recreational reading? A public and a school librarian show how they collaborate and booktalk a variety of recommended new titles for grades A bibliography of featured titles will be available. Susan K. Allison, assistant director, Richardson Public Library; and Nancy Kubasek, librarian, Richardson High School, Richardson ISD. Get a Job! Plan, Prepare, and Execute 2:00-3:50 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Learn to get the job of you want. Master practical steps to prepare for employment and advancement, including what not-to-wear, valuable skill sets, and educational gap analysis. Develop a personal strategic plan to fulfill your career goals. Cindy Batman, LIS liaison/outreach librarian, University of North Texas; Janet Denny, employment development coordinator, University of North Texas; and Amanda Rhodes McKenzie, teaching assistant, College of Information, University of North Texas. Digital Peeks: Book Trailers for Your Website (Hands On Lab I) 2:00 3:50 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Create engaging and exciting visual previews of some of the best titles in your collection. Become a digital media producer in a few easy steps and extend your reach to users outside the library. Bring a book you ve read recently to get the most out of the hands-on portion of this workshop. Seating is limited and tickets ($25) must be purchased by March 31 through online preregistration only. Naomi Bates, librarian, Northwest High School, Northwest ISD (Justin). It s Too Darn Hot! Literature and Climate Change 2:00-3:50 pm (Wednesday, April 14) A panel of children and YA authors explains how they incorporate themes of climate change and other environmental concerns without being didactic or frightening. A librarian discusses practical uses of their books for storytimes and other programming. Andrea Gosline, author, Feiwel and Friends; Sheila Greenwald, author, Farrar, Straus and Giroux Books for Young Readers; Brenda Guiberson, author, Henry Holt Books for Young Readers; David Klass, author, Farrar, Straus and Giroux Books for Young Readers; and Sally Miculek, children s services coordinator, Faulk Central Library, Austin Public Library. You ve Got a Friend: Friends Groups That Work 2:30-3:50 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Panelists explain the nuts and bolts of establishing a friends organization for school, public, and academic libraries. Topics include evaluating the benefits, activities, and support functions of these organizations. Find out whether to establish an informal group or incorporate as a 501(c)(3). A business meeting follows the program. Michael Bacon and Marion Lee, consultants, Bacon Lee & Associates (San Antonio); and Mary Beth Harrington, director of community outreach, Texas Association of Nonprofit organizations (Austin). Young Adults Get a Clue: Latino Writers of Mystery Fiction 3:00-3:50 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Contemporary Latino authors of mystery and crime fiction discuss their reasons for writing in this genre and read short excerpts to illustrate their points. Sarah Cortez, author; Rene Saldaña, author; and Ray Villareal, author, Arte Público Press. Put Your Money Where Your Media Circulation Is 4:00 4:50 pm (Wednesday, April 14) Although most libraries circulate media more than any other category of items, most budgets skimp on these popular materials. Learn more about current media formats and how to make a case for increasing funding to meet public demand. Judy A. Napier, director of popular services, Schaumburg Township District Library (IL). Thursday, April 15 General Session I with Scott Simon 8:30-10:00 am (Thursday, April 15) Scott Simon, host of NPR s Weekend Edition and winner of the Peabody Award, Emmys, and countless other recognitions, is one of the most recognized and respected voices in journalism today. He has covered ground zero in New York and Kabul, reported from snipers roosts and theatre stations, and brought us to the realities of sieges, famines, hurricanes, and civil wars. A compelling and delightful narrator, Simon will share his vast and unique experiences covering the news and finding the truth and humanity in the stories that shape history and our own lives. He is the author of Home and Away: A Memoir of a Fan, Jackie Robinson and the Integration of Baseball, and Windy City. His forthcoming book, Baby We Were Meant for Each Other, is scheduled for release in August

3 Scott Simon, host, Weekend Edition, National Public Radio; writer and novelist. Fantasy for the Younger Crowd 10:15-11:20 am Do we really need another book of dragons and wizards? What s available for young readers? How are authors writing fantasy that moves beyond the standard images? An author panel explores new directions in fantasy for this audience. R.L. Lafevers, author, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; Grace Lin, author; and Suzanne Selfors, author, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Fresh out of the Gate with First Time YA Authors 10:15-11:20 am (Thursday, April 15) Four authors, whose first YA novels have recently been released to positive reviews, discuss the creative process of moving their books from an idea to a finished product. Stephen Emond, author, Little, Brown Books for young readers; Jandy Nelson, author, Penguin young readers group; Sarah Ockler, author, Little, Brown Books for young readers; and francisco Stork, author, Scholastic inc. Animated Tutorial sharing Project (ANTS): a Repository of Tutorials for Libraries The Animated Tutorial Sharing Project (ANTS) is an open project of collaboratively developed multimedia tutorials that can be downloaded as is or modified by any library. ANTS provides sharing features, embedding code, and the means for content syndication to popular sites such as Facebook, itunes, Libguides, course management systems, and YouTube. Learn how ANTS provides a central site for authoritative content and increases the visibility of information literacy and libraries on the Internet. Paul Betty, distance learning librarian, Regis University (Co); Carmen Kazakoff-Lane, distance education librarian, Brandon University (Canada). Are We Our Own Worst Copyright Enemy? Are you unwittingly creating barriers to information? What are the new threats to fair use? Be in the know about the latest trends regarding copyright law, intellectual property, and fair use. Carrie Russell, director of program on public access to information, Office for Information Technology Policy, American Library Association (Washington, D.C.). Collection Development Budget Strategies: Filtering the Chaos What challenges face financially strapped libraries in balancing online and print resources in building timely and relevant collections? Join a panel of academic, school, and public librarians in discussing the impact that collection development can have on the budgeting process. Carolyn Davidson Brewer, assistant director, North Texas Regional Library System; Diane Bruxvoort, associate dean for collection services, University of Houston; Mark Dolive, director, Southeast Library, Tarrant County College; Gay Patrick, director of library media services, Dallas ISD; and Sarah D. Tusa, coordinator of collection development and acquisitions, Lamar University. Dynamic Friends Your Public Library Discover the benefits of having an active public library friends group. Find out how to establish a group and get tips for recruiting and retaining members and officers. Joan Ernst, past president, Real County Friends of the Library; Peggy Hamm, member, Bulverde/Spring Branch Friends of the Library; and Jerilynn Adams Williams, director, Montgomery County Memorial Library System. Futureproofing Your Library Learn how to futureproof your library from two of the library community s leading consultants and thinkers, Joan Frye Williams and George Needham. Williams specializes in making sense of the future; Needham s specialty is laying out the road map to get there. George Needham, vice president, global and Regional Councils, OCLC; and Joan Frye Williams, president, Joan Frye Williams. Sneak Peak into Adult Summer 2010 Titles! 10:15 11:50 am (Thursday, April 15) Hear from the nation s leading book publishers about their top new adult title releases for the summer of 2010 before the hit the shelves. Find out what books they re buzzing about and what they hope you ll be buzzing about with your patrons! Mindy Im, Hachette Book Group; Erica Melnichok, Random House; Talia Sherer Macmillan and Virginia Stanley, HarperCollins Publishers; Chris Vaccari, Sterling; and a representative from Simon & Schuster. 3

4 Get Your Local History Stuff Together! Embarrassed by the chaos in your local history files? Wish you could let the world know about your unique resources? Archivists to the rescue! Learn the basic archival guidelines for organizing and processing your local history treasures into accessible local history collections. A business meeting follows the program. Virginia Davis, archivist, El Progreso Memorial Library (Uvalde); T. Matthew dewaelsche, archivist, Texana/ Genealogy Department, San Antonio Public Library; Will Howard, bibliographer and consultant, Will s Texas (hhuston); Leslie Stapleton, director, Dughters of the Rpublic of Texas Library at the Alamo (San Antonio); and Janis Test, information services librarian, Abilene Public Library. Grrl Power! Creators of new and classic books discuss how they develop female characters that girls relate to. Join this lively discussion of what makes great girl characters whose strengths are as admirable as their weaknesses are laughable. Cari Best, author; Tracy Dockray, illustrator, Farrar Straus Giroux; and Sara Pennypacker, author, Disney-Hyperion. Managing Change in the Information Age This program highlights the multiple approaches that library leaders use to manage change in technology, reference, collection development, and administration. Delene de La Rosa, director, Quitman Public Library; Julie Todaro, dean of library services, Austin Community College; and Zhixian (George) Yi, doctoral student, Texas Woman s University. Managing with Little; Planning for More Tough times demand great expertise in managing our budgets. Gain and share ideas for setting priorities, gathering information, and working with funders. Prepare for both good times and bad through careful planning, improved decision making, and strategizing. Dale McNeill, director, Community Library Services, Department, Queens Library (NY). Marketing Library Services to the Latino Community Bring the Spanish-speaking community to the library and keep them coming back with diverse collections, targeted services and programs, and marketing strategies. A business meeting follows the program. Moving From design to Completion: Managing Renovation and Building Projects Get savvy about successful management of renovation and building projects. This session provides tips and tricks from real life examples, covers legalities, and identifies possible pitfalls. Joyce E. Baumbach, retired director, Plano Public Library System; Kathleen M. Edwards, director, William T. Cozby Public Library (Coppell); Kathy L. Gilson, director, Aubrey Area Library; and Denelle C. Wrightson, director of library architecture, PSA- Dewberry (Dallas). Photo Finish: online Photo Management (Hands On Lab II) 10:15 11:50 am (Thursday, April 15) Have digital photos? Now what? Discover online management services that can make organizing photo collections easier and get hands-on experience with online tools for photo editing. Optimize your photos for print and for the Web. Add special effects, crop, resize, rotate and fix those not-quite-right photos for enhanced and more professional pictures for use in your library s publications and website. Seating is limited and tickets ($25) must be purchased by March 31 through online preregistration only. Laura Solomon, library services manager, Ohio Public Library information Network. Poetry Roundup This session is the perfect addition to a conference held during National Poetry Month! Hear poets read from their work. Learn more about the best and latest poetry for kids. Experience the pleasures found in the spoken word and the power of poetry for developing literacy and language. Jen Bryant, poet/author, random house Children s Books; Leslie Bulion, poet, Charlesbridge; Douglas Florian, poet, Simon & Schuster; Pat Mora, author, Random House Children s Books; Laura Purdie Salas, poet, Clarion Books; Sylvia Vardell, professor, School of Library and Information Studies, Texas Woman s University; Robert Weinstock, poet, Disney-Hyperion Books for Children. Rounding Up Texas Tales: Fractured and Otherwise Folktales are dynamic and ever changing. Highlighting some of their popular Texas tales, well-known tellers discuss how folklore provides insight into customs and traditions and can be creatively adapted. Helen Ketteman, author, Albert Whitman & Company; Eric A. Kimmel, Eric A. Kimmel. 4

5 Your Library (Net Fair I) 11:00-11:50 am(thursday, April 15) Learn the basics of Facebook and how you can put it to use at your library. Create groups for your book clubs and teen programs, sign up friends, and put the power of social networking to work for you. The workshop is designed for users at all skill levels. Jennifer Shelly, senior librarian, Valley Ranch Library, Irving Public Library. YA novels: Mirrors or Windows to the World? 11:00-11:50 am (Thursday, April 15) Do books help teens see themselves or give glimpses into the world around them? Five authors address this question and share insights gained from YA reader feedback. Shana Burg, Varian Johnson, April Lurie, Margo Rabb, and Jennifer Ziegler, authors, Random House Children s Books. Opening Author Session Luncheon sponsored by LiFTA. 12:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Elizabeth Berg (author of the ALA Best Book of the Year Durable Goods), Katherine Center (author of the acclaimed The Bright Side of Disaster), and Ingrid Law (author of the Newbery Honor Book Savvy), are an engaging trio of bestselling writers whose take on life is insightful and humorous. Elizabeth Berg author, Random House, Inc.; and Ingrid Law, author, Penguin Young Readers Group. Working with Wikis (Hands On Lab II) 12:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Have you wondered exactly what wikis are and whether you should be using them? If so, this is the workshop that will answer your questions and transport you to this collaborative world. Gain experience with PBWorks and design your own wiki. Seating is limited and tickets ($25) must be purchased by March 31 through online preregistration only. John Hayes, academic technology specialist, Northside ISD (San Antonio). Doin the Wave the Google Wave (Net Fair I) 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Ever wonder what might be like if it was invented today in the midst of social networking, instant messaging, photo sharing, blogs, and wikis? Well, it might look a lot like Google Wave. Instead of using separate tools for each of the services listed, it s all combined in a Wave! Come see what the buzz is all about! Christine Peterson, continuing education librarian, Amigos Library Services, Inc. The Future of Newspapers 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Newspapers have long been part of the public record. Is there a future for newspapers in the age of digital content and citizen journalism? Will there continue to be a permanent record of news for posterity? Join us for a noholds-barred look at these crucial issues and the implications for collections and reference services. George Sylvie, associate professor, College of Communication, University of Texas at Austin. The Horizon Report on Emerging Technologies 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) What are the new technologies that you and your students will be using in the next five years? The Horizon Report from the New Media Consortium presents research compiled from colleges, schools, business leaders, and technology professionals about the trends coming your way. Keene Haywood, director of research, New Media Consortium (Austin). Mining Treasures from Your Special Collections for Instruction 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Make your special collections and archives more useful to faculty. Mine your treasures to create a minicollection of primary and unique sources that support instruction. Speakers will discuss how to improve outreach to faculty and students whether you support K- 12 or college communities. L. Pat Bozeman, head of special collections, University of Houston Libraries; Dara Flinn, graduate student, College of information, University of North Texas; and Elizabeth Sargent, lead archivist, Houston Metropolitan Research Center, Houston Public Library. Novels in Verse: Powerful Poetry for Teens 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Novels written in verse format are particularly appealing to teen readers who frequently turn to poetry as a way to express themselves and their emotions. The intimate relationship between the reader and the narrator makes poetry a good tool for dealing with sensitive and controversial issues. Ellen Hopkins, Lisa Schroeder, and Sonya Sones, authors, Simon & Schuster Children s Publishing. Odd, Offbeat, and Unconventional Genealogy Resources 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Are you interested in genealogy but need something more than the usual Ancestry. com or Heritage Quest search? Slave and freedman records, ranch and cemetery 5

6 data, family histories, and other lesser known sources can yield great rewards for your research. Join us for this genealogy discussion for and by librarians. Virginia Davis, archivist, El Progreso Memorial Library (Uvalde); Roxanna Deane, director, Tye Preston Memorial Library (Canyon Lake); Mark Gretchen, author and Retired librarian (Seguin); and Laurie Mahaffey, deputy director, Central Texas Library System. Texshare Databases for Home-Schoolers 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) The public library is the school library for thousands of home-schooled children. Find out how the TexShare databases are an important resource for this community. Mark Stewart, reference librarian, Montgomery County Memorial Library System. Valuing Libraries: Making the Case for Keeping the Doors Open 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Learn to market the value of your library to your administrators and organizations. An expert walks you through a variety of methods to put a dollar value on programs and services. Case studies will show how actual libraries have selected their valuing criteria to demonstrate cost savings and worth. Margaret A. Carroll, doctoral teaching fellow, College of Information, University of North Texas. Second Life Libraries and Librarians - Notes from a Virtual World (Net Fair I) 2:00-2:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) With more and more librarians entering Second Life, our experience with this virtual and evolving world is growing. Learn more about this interactive environment and the realities of providing services in a virtual community. Lorin Fisher, information literacy coordinator, Texas State University. Within Arms Reach TTR.10 Awesome Teen Programs 1:00-1:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) It s time for Texas Teens Read! This Texas State Library reading program promises to entice teens to the library throughout the summer. Authors of the manual will talk about hot summer programs based on the 2010 theme: Within Arms Reach. Kim Archer, public services coordinator, Pasadena Public Library; and Natasha D. Benway, young adult librarian, South regional Branch Library, Montgomery County memorial Library System. Booktalking Ya Reading Lists 2:00-3:20 pm (Thursday, April 15) Lone Star, Tayshas, and the new Maverick committee members entertain and inspire you with booktalks from the current reading lists. Discover dynamic titles and booktalking styles to share with your YA patrons. A business meeting precedes the program. Renee Dyer, head librarian, Weslaco East high School, Weslaco ISD; WyLaina Hildreth, librarian, North Branch, Denton Public Library; and Lori Loranger, librarian, Walsh Middle School, Round Rock ISD. Creating a Positive Work Environment: Best Practices for Recognizing Employees 2:00-3:20 pm (Thursday, April 15) How do you recognize valuable employees? Library managers discuss best practices for recognizing employee performance and emphasize non-monetary initiatives and programs. Members of the audience will also be encouraged to share their own techniques. Lea Bailey, director of learning resources, Ratteree Career Development Center, Irving ISD; Ophelia Cespedes, human resources division manager, Houston Public Library; Lori Hughes, director of administrative services, Alkek Library, Texas State University; and Tracey Mendoza, dean of library services, Northeast Lakeview College, Alamo Colleges. Graphic Novels: How Visuals Engage Young Readers 2:00-3:20 pm (Thursday, April 15) Authors explore graphic novels for children and explain how this groundbreaking format engages reluctant and struggling readers. They will also share exciting tidbits about their own work in this genre. Shannon Hale, author, Bloomsbury Children s Books; Jennifer Holm and Jarrett Krosoczka, authors, Random House Children s Books. Hot Topics Slam 2:00-3:20 pm (Thursday, April 15) Experience short bursts of learning about timely topics. Your colleagues will bring you tools, tips, tricks, soft skills, and other bits of learning to use or share. Practical and fun! A business meeting follows the program. Sian D. Brannon, technical services manager, Denton Public Library; Victoria Lynn Packard, associate professor and reference/document information librarian, Texas A&M University-Kingsville; Angela Palmer, library assistant, Bee Cave Public Library; and John Pecoraro, coordinator, Big Country Library System. 6

7 Literacy in Action: Working with Underserved Populations 2:00-3:20 pm (Thursday, April 15) Interested in taking literacy programs out into the community to reach underserved populations? Hear a panel of experts discuss literacy for teen parents in schools, literacy focusing on fathers as role models, literacy for children of mothers in prisons, and books for babies. Judith Dullnig, director, Women s Storybook Project of Texas; J. Michael Hall, president and founder, Strong Fathers-Strong families; Stacey Irish-Keffer, youth services librarian, Emily Fowler Central Library, Denton Public Library; Leigh Ann Jones, coordinator of library services, Acker Special Programs Center, Frisco ISD; and Nancy Wallace, co-team leader, Lane Murray Unit, Women s Storybook Project of Texas. The Next Generation of Library Automation: Open Source Options 2:00-3:20 pm (Thursday, April 15) Wondering what open source is and how it might benefit your library? Get an overview of open source library system software, discuss how it differs from proprietary software, and examine its use in libraries. Panelists will discuss their experiences with selection and migration to an open source system. Cecilia Barham, director, Decatur Public Library; Jesse Paul Ephraim, director, Roanoke Public Library; Diane Lutz, director of learning media services and David Schuster, library technology coordinator, Plano ISD. The Best of Small Libraries Learn what small libraries do best from the librarians themselves! Hear their great ideas for fundraising, promoting a library mascot, and creating exemplary adult, senior, and children s programming, such as ballet classes, teen lock-ins, teen councils, regional archives, collaborative automation systems, tasting events, and bringing the outdoors into the library. Susan Anderson, director, El Progreso Memorial Library (Uvalde); Yvonne B. Couch, librarian, Marion ISD Community Library; Juanita hazelton, director, Van Alstyne Public Library; Constance Andrea Keremes, librarian, Boerne Public Library; Patricia Miles, director, Comfort Public Library; and Joyce Miller Trent, director, Leon Valley Public Library. Bluebonnet 101: a How-to for School and Public Librarians This overview of the Texas Bluebonnet Award, a reading program for grades three through six, highlights innovative tips and tricks including free electronic resources to implement, promote, and refine the TBA program in school and public libraries. Door prizes! Dixie Allen, librarian, Harris Academy, Aldine ISD; Lori Alexander Barfknecht, library media specialist, Zachry Middle School, Northside ISD (San Antonio); Cindy Boatfield, librarian, Frisco Public Library; Felice Feldman, librarian, Castle Hills Elementary School, North East ISD (San Antonio); Amy Fuller, library media specialist, Ginnings Elementary School, Denton ISD; Laura Sheneman, clinical assistant professor, Sam Houston State University; Nicki Stohr, director, Wilson County Public Library; Brad Sveter, librarian, Houston Academy, Aldine ISD; Beth Thames, coordinator, Texas Bluebonnet Award Program; Allison Wilson, librarian, Heritage High School, Frisco ISD; and Aundrea Wright- Young, library media specialist, Phyllis Wheatley Elementary School, Dallas ISD. Building Community Partnerships: 25 Profitable Ideas Come hear 25 ideas for partnering with local businesses and organizations. Build alliances that will help you gain recognition, trade for services, and grow local advocates. Kathy Dempsey, editor, Libraries Are Essential and Marketing Library Services Newsletter. Catch the Reading Express TRC Show and Tell Join Texas Reading Club (TRC) 2010 artist Kim Doner as she shares her art and inspirations. See highlights of programs, music, crafts, and more from the TRC 2010 manual. Bring your best ideas for having a great summer reading program to share at open mic time. Learn everything you need for a successful summer! Kim Doner, author and illustrator. Coretta Scott King Award Winners: Illustrations to Inspire Children Stories, paper, pens, paint, and colors are necessary equipment to create inspiring illustrations for children. Meet three Coretta Scott King Award winners as they discuss the ideas, planning, and process for designing award-winning illustrations. Bryan Collier, author, Henry Holt Books for Young Readers; Frank Morrison, illustrator, Simon & Schuster Children s Publishing; and Brian Pinkney, illustrator, Little Brown Books for Young Readers. How Do We Stack Up? Outcomes-Based Assessment for Library Instruction Measure the impact of library instruction using rubrics and other practical methods of assessment. A pioneer in outcomes-based assessment for library instruction will show you how to measure learning outcomes make 7

8 evidence-based decisions, and provide meaningful data to stakeholders. Megan Oakleaf, assistant professor, ischool, Syracuse University (NY). Library Voices Gone Digital: Try Podcasting (Hands On Lab II) In this interactive introduction to podcasting, you will learn about available software, as well as how to locate existing podcasts and subscribe to feeds. But wait, there s more! You will create your own podcast and learn how this tool might be used in libraries for purposes such as oral histories, interviews, book clubs, tutorials, and library orientations. Seating is limited and tickets ($25) must be purchased by March 31 through online preregistration only. Donald Hawkins, educational specialist, ESC region 20. Piloting a New Course for Interlibrary Loan in Texas TSLAC staff and ILL Task Force members will provide an update about their activities, including which vendor was selected for the pilot and how the selection was made. Participants from piloting institutions will speak about the progress of the project. A business meeting follows the program. Susan J. Bennett, TexNet coordinator, and Beverley Shirley, director of library resource sharing, Texas State Library and Archives Commission; and Adam Wright, executive director, North Texas Regional Library System. Piper Reed and Me A Conversation with Kimberly Willis Holt A former Navy brat herself, Kimberly Willis Holt discusses how Piper Reed was born of truth and fiction. A business meeting precedes the program. Kimberly Willis Holt, author, Henry Holt Books for Young Readers. Preserving and Accessing Photographs in Special Collections Learn about the basic preservation of photographs and negatives in special collections and the influence of the storage containers and the environment in preservation. Discover solutions to common problems associated with the increased handling of photographic materials by patrons. The discussion will also cover issues specific to various photo types. John Waggener, reference archivist, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming. Public Libraries: Valuable Assets in Community Disaster Response During times of emergency, well-prepared public libraries have an opportunity to demonstrate the range of services and responses they can provide. Charles R. McClure offers an overview of potential roles for public libraries in community disaster preparation and recovery based on experiences along the Gulf Coast. Charles R. McClure, director, Information Institute, Florida State University. Creating Videos to Promote Libraries and Services (Contributed Papers Session I) 3:00-3:25 pm(thursday, April 15) Learn how to pick a topic, set the scene, write the script, use video software, create supporting documentation; and educate the staff on how to best utilize the marketing material. Debora Tomaselli, student, Department of Library and Information Sciences, College of Information, University of North Texas. Advocating from the Library Frontlines: Whose Job Is It Anyway? 4:00 4:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) In many libraries, there are more people working the frontlines than there are administrators. How do we involve and empower them to articulate the value of their respective libraries at their comfort levels? Library advocacy should be everyone s job, including the librarians and other library staff working the frontlines of our libraries. Alire will share her thoughts about frontline advocacy and appropriate materials to help folks do it! Camila Alire, president, American Library Association and dean emeritus, University of New Mexico & Colorado State University. Blogs and Wikis and Kids...Oh My! 4:00-4:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Learn how collaboration and using Web 2.0 tools such as wikis, databases, and blogs has changed the face of research in one elementary school with a technologytimid but willing teacher, bored but curious students, and a persevering, enthusiastic librarian. Valerie Kuykendall, teacher; and Teresa Wells, librarian, Thompson Elementary School, Mesquite ISD. 8

9 The Faces of War 4:00-4:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Authors discuss their fiction and nonfiction books on war and the impact it has on young adults whose parents or siblings are deployed. Marc Aronson, author; Patricia McCormick and Ryan Smithson, authors, HarperCollins Children s Books. Second Life Interest Group Organizational Meeting 4:00-4:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Are you wondering what virtual worlds, such as Second Life, might offer to libraries and librarians? This informal group will discuss what it means, what librarians have done, and the virtual world presence of the library groups. Get your questions answered about virtual worlds and their impact on the next generation of learners. Talk with librarians who have experienced immersive learning environments in Second Life. Summer Reading on a Shoestring 4:00-4:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Do economic pressures have your library on a tight budget? Two public librarians share ideas for putting together a stellar summer reading program without breaking your budget. Walk away with a summer s worth of activities. Elizabeth h. Murphy, children s librarian, Yarborough Branch; and Stephanie Shipman, children s librarian, Twin Oaks Branch, Austin Public Library. Texshare Membership Expansion 4:00-4:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Learn about statute changes to TexShare that allow for inclusion of an expanded variety of libraries in the state s largest resource sharing consortium. New membership categories, eligibility requirements, and issues of sustainable funding will be discussed. Kathy Hoffman, executive director, university of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Library; Ann Mason, TexShare coordinator, and Beverley Shirley, director, library resource sharing, Texas State Library and Archives Commission. Thinking outside the Building 4:00-4:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) Everyone knows how important library buildings are for books, offices, and computers. But what about the outside? Join building and landscape architects as they discuss what can be done for what your patrons see first: landscaping, building facades, and parking lots. Cynthia DeHoyos, senior associate; Edgar Farrera, LEED AP, director of sustainable design, and associate, and Briant Harkiewicz, associate partner, Marmon Mok Architects. Communicating across Cultures: offering Excellent Customer service to diverse Populations 4:00-5:20 pm (Thursday, April 15) Participants will acquire techniques to serve people who speak a different language, gain sensitivity in serving patrons from other cultures, and learn outstanding customer service skills. Dale McNeill, director, Community Library Services Department, Queens Library (NY). Rags to Riches: book Recycling for Fun, Fashion, and Furniture 4:00-5:20 pm (Thursday, April 15) The Crafty Bibliophile is back to show new creative ways to turn old, worthless, de-commissioned books into works of art, fashion accessories, and furniture for fundraising and programming. Impress your supporters, decision-makers, and customers and look cool and green at the same time! Julie M. Ousley, president, New Braunfels Public Library Advisory Boards. Get blogging with the basics (Hands On Lab II) 4:00 pm - 5:50 pm (Thursday, April 15) This introduction to blogging will lead you past the why and into the how of creating a library blog. Begin with planning a new blog, discover the variety of free online blogging tools, and experiment with the pros and cons of each. Gain a solid understanding of multiple blogging options through hands on practice and determine which might be best for your library. Seating is limited and tickets ($25) must be purchased by March 31 through online preregistration only. Jason Griffey, head of library information technology, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Evening with the Authors 6:30-8:30 pm (Thursday, April 15) Sunset Station, 1174 East Commerce Street Step out for an evening of fine dining in a historic setting. And by the way, one of the main courses will be some of our favorite gardening authors, who will discuss their works as well as the challenges and solutions to gardening in Texas. Dress is business casual. Dinner tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, March 31, 2009 through the preregistration process. See page 65 for registration form. Kelly Conrad Bender, author, Texas A&M University Press; Steve Huddleston, author, Fort Worth Botanic Gardens; Ruth Kassinger, author, HarperCollins Publishers; Cindy Meredith, founder of theherbcottage.com and blogger/columnist, The Herb Companion Magazine; Matt Turner, author, University of Texas Press. 9

10 Friday, April 16 A Camp Bluebonnet 8:00-8:50 am (Friday, April 16) Walk away with everything you need to customize your own summer reading camp around the Bluebonnet books. This session provides set-up information, example activities, snack ideas, registration requirements, and great tips for fun. Kay Gooch, librarian, Gullett Elementary School, Austin ISD; and Charlotte Massey, librarian, Elm Drove Elementary School, Hays Consolidated ISD. Go Your Library: sustainable buildings and LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental design) 8:00-9:20 am (Friday, April 16) Whether you are building or just interested in going greener, this program offers strategies you can implement now. Get an overview of green library issues and the LEED certification process from architects knowledgeable about sustainable building projects. A librarian will share her experiences and perspectives on weathering the LEED process. Kenneth R. Black, AIA, LEED, vice president, Page Southerland Page, LLP; Mickey Conrad, architect, O Neill Conrad Oppelt Architects, Inc.; and Kelly W. Skovbjerg, director, Boerne Public Library. Public and School Librarians Promoting the Texas Media Awards 8:00-9:20 am (Friday, April 16) The Texas Media Awards program promotes excellence in amateur media production and its importance in lifelong learning. Students can participate through their school and public libraries. Take home strategies for engaging students in this innovative and fun process. A business meeting follows the program. Shelby Counts, librarian, Burnet Middle School, Austin ISD; Karen Harrell, librarian, Rummel Creek Elementary School; and Liz K. Philippi, library systems administrator, Spring Branch ISD. Storytelling with Magic, Puppets, Props, and Humor 8:00-9:20 am (Friday, April 16) Children learn as they laugh when puppets, props, magic, and humor are incorporated into storytelling. The speaker demonstrates and involves you in the process of presenting entertaining stories to young audiences. Margaret Clauder, entertainer/storyteller, Margaret Clauder Presents. Black Caucus Round Table Author/ Illustrator Breakfast 8:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) Well-illustrated children s books enhance reading development and comprehension. An award-winning African-American illustrator discusses the creative process of storytelling through pictures. Learn to encourage and support the creative skills of students by connecting illustrations with the printed word. Breakfast tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, March 31 through the preregistration process. See page 65 for registration form. Kadir Nelson, illustrator, Disney-Hyperion Books for Children. Extend Your Blog Beyond the Basics (Hands On Lab III) 8:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) Add value to your blog with free online tools and learn blogging tips and tricks that make it easier for you to connect with patrons and for them to connect with you. Explore effective ways to structure and compose your blog; include photos, video, and audio; encourage comments and suggestions; and integrate your blog posts into other services like Facebook or Twitter. Discover how to track activity on your blog for future evidence based decision making. Come ready with your questions and find solutions for your specific blogging needs. Seating is limited and tickets ($25) must be purchased by March 31 through online preregistration only. Jason Griffey, head of library information technology; University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. From Static to Dynamic: Creating Interactive Online Exhibits 8:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) Go beyond static collections of digitized objects! Speakers will demonstrate ways to build interactive exhibits for the Web that allow your patrons to engage with historical materials in your collections. Learn about open source tools for developing dynamic exhibits. Danielle Cunniff Plumer, coordinator, Texas Heritage Digitization Initiative, Texas State Library and Archives Commission; and Scott Sayre, principal, Sandbox Studios (Minneapolis, MN). Mixed Messages: What are We Really Telling our Users? 8:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) What is the disconnect between what we intend and what our users perceive? Through this exploration of customer service issues, get a light-hearted look at library signage, attitudes, policies, and perceptions that sometimes result in mixed messages. Wayne T. Disher, director, City of Hemet Public Library (CA). 10

11 New Trends in Search: Wolfram alpha, Google Squared, and Bing 8:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) Search tools are changing on a daily basis. Compare the features of three search engines and determine how to apply them to reference and research. A business meeting follows the program. April Kessler, business librarian, University of Texas; and Laura Young, research analyst, Austin Ventures. Harcourt; Mary Pearson, author, Henry Holt Books for Young Readers; and Jennifer Ziegler, author, Random House Children s Books. 2 x 2 Reading List: Feel the Magic! 10:00-10:50 am (Friday, April 16) The 2x2 Reading List for ages two through grade two is stepping into a new decade. Committee members will describe the program, present the 20 selections for 2010, and recommend activities for using the list in library programming. Party favors for everyone, and books will be given as door prizes! Suzanne Bloom, author, Boyds Mills Press. Preventing, Recognizing, and Managing Burnout in Libraries 8:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) Through this interactive session, managers will acquire techniques for recognizing and preventing employee burnout in the workplace and discover how to help employees recover. A business meeting follows the program. Laura Heinz, head of information services, University Library, Texas Tech University; and Toni Lambert, assistant director, Austin Public Library. Promoting Readers Your Library 8:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) This lively discussion covers three types of readers advisory: offering displays, promoting and recommending book titles, and creating RA training programs for library staff. Rolf Laun and Cristine Mitchamore, librarians, Central Library; and Tapley Trudell, librarian, Brook Hollow Branch, San Antonio Public Library. Tayshas: Hot High School Authors 8:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) Authors featured on Tayshas readings lists chat informally about writing for an older YA audience. Presenters answer audience questions about characters, style, difficult issues, and the writing process. Kevin Brooks, author, Scholastic Inc; Chris Crutcher, author, HarperCollins; Matt de la Peña, author, Random House Children s Books; Cory Doctorow, author, Tor Books; Kathleen Duey, author, Simon & Schuster Children s Publishing; and Shannon Hale, author, Bloomsbury Children s Books. Lone Star Authors Shine 9:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) Authors from current and past Lone Star reading lists discuss writing for middle school students and share information about current projects. Bring your questions about promoting recreational reading with young teens. Robin Brande, author, Random House Children s Books; Carl Deuker, author, Houghton Mifflin Exploring Second Life: An Introduction (Net Fair II) 9:00-9:50 am (Friday, April 16) In this introductory session, see how librarians around the globe interact synchronously in a virtual immersive learning environment used for book discussions, workshops, conferences, buzz sessions, and digital resource sharing. Valerie Hill, librarian, Ethridge Elementary School, Lewisville ISD. Feed Me! The Benefits of RSS (Net Fair II) 10:00-10:50 am (Friday, April 16) Learn how you, your library, and your patrons can benefit from using RSS. This presentation includes a very brief overview of the technology with the majority of the time spent on practical applications. Elda Collier, librarian, South Austin Campus Library, Austin Community College. Maverick Authors Get Graphic 10:00-10:50 am (Friday, April 16) WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT! TLA s Maverick Reading List reflects the hottest trend in YA literature: the graphic novel. Explore this literary evolution and mingle with authors and artists who craft stunningly visual adventures. Kazu Kibuishi, author/illustrator, Scholastic Inc; Ellen Schreiber, author, HarperCollins Children s Books; Chris Schweizer, author, Oni Press; and Mariko Tamaki, author, Independent/ Groundwood Books. Taming the Chaos: Making Metadata Work for You 10:00-10:50 am (Friday, April 16) Take control of your digital information by learning metadata terminology, types, schemata, and applications. Acquire tips and tools for filtering the chaos of your digital world. Shelley E. Barba and Jason Thomale, metadata librarians, Texas Tech University. 11

12 We Ain t Lion: We Want Customers Happy and Chaos Free! 10:00-10:50 am (Friday, April 16) Customers want to know we care. We need to listen actively and interact in ways that keep our customers satisfied, whether on the frontline, phone, or online. This program addresses effective listening skills and conflict resolution and offers tips for improved customer service. Beth A. Avery, head of research and instructional services, University of North Texas. Books Without borders: International books for Young People 10:00-11:20 am (Friday, April 16) Unlimited by geography, literature explores the world and brings it together. International creators of books for children, a publisher, several librarians, a reviewer, and a translator talk about how young people s reading of books from other countries creates an appreciation and an understanding of the world community we share. Joëlle Jolivet, author/ illustrator, Abrams Books for Young Readers/ Amulet Books; Sylvia Vardell, professor, Texas Woman s University; Jacqueline Wilson, author, Roaring Brook Press; Lauren L. Wohl, associate publisher, Roaring Brook Press, Farrar Straus Giroux Books for Young Readers, and first Second Books; and Junko Yokota, professor, National-Louis University (IL) Developing a successful Career Resource Your Library 10:00 am - 11:20 am (Friday, April 16) How can you better help patrons find and apply for employment? A career counselor articulates all phases of creating a career resources center in your library, including needs assessment, implementation, and ongoing management. Jim H. Hansen, career counselor, Maple Heights Branch, Cuyahoga County Public Library (OH). Hurricanes, Heroes, and Helpers: Stories of Survival and Recovery 10:00-11:20 am (Friday, April 16) A panel of librarians who received grants from TLA s Disaster Relief Fund will share how they endured and overcame the rampages of Hurricane Ike. Learn more about disaster preparedness, strategies for recovering, and the role the Disaster Relief Committee and volunteers play in meeting the challenges created by disasters. Sheila Ross Henderson, director, Pasadena Public Library; Charla Hollingsworth, librarian, Hastings Ninth Grade Center, Alief ISD; JoLynne McCraw, librarian, Sour Lake Elementary School, Hardin Jefferson ISD; and Angela Morris Watts, district librarian, Anahuac ISD. Build It So They WILL Come: Effective online Communities for Library Users (Hands On Lab III) 10:00-11:50 am (Friday, April 16) Create a unique online community using a free online tool called Ning, learn the skills needed to build dynamic online communities, and examine the best ways to grow them into exciting destinations for library users. Build, encourage, and nurture a sense of community that supports and enhances new and existing programs while gathering valuable feedback from patrons that further strengthens your services. Virtual book clubs, school project support and interchange, and study groups built around specific courses or assignments are just a few of the many possible programs that lend themselves to an online community structure. Seating is limited and tickets ($25) must be purchased by March 31 through online preregistration only. Jesse Paul Ephraim, director, Roanoke Public Library. The Changing Role of Technical Services 10:00-11:50 am (Friday, April 16) What is the future of technical services in this time of shrinking budgets, changing expectations, and the potential for outsourcing? This program discusses why technical services remain an essential component of library services and how you can strengthen your program. Learn to shorten turnaround time, float collections, and improve collaboration with collection development departments to increase circulation and customer satisfaction. Patricia Lowrey, technical services administrator, Cleveland Public Library (OH); and Cynthia Orr, president, Cynthia Orr Consulting (OH). Developing a Competitive Edge for Libraries: Improving User Experiences 10:00-11:50 am (Friday, April 16) Understanding users and designing an experience that exceeds their expectations contributes to a systemic strategy for making libraries competitive in the information environment. The speaker describes design thinking and shares ideas for its application in your library to create a better user experience. Steven J. Bell, associate university librarian for research and instructional services, Paley Library, Temple University (PA). 12