Program Resources

The following are ideas for programs and resources that may be helpful for library staff who plan adult and intergenerational library programs. Many of these suggestions have been submitted by members of the Program Planners group. Submit suggestions to Kathy Cryan-Hicks.

HOT TOPICS for Library Programming

From our most recent meeting (Oct. 11):

Megan Allen at the Thomas Crane Public Library in Quincy told about a recent program they presented: JoAnn Cohen talked on "Identity Theft" She is from the Better Business Bureau, Inc. jcohen@bosbbb.org
The BBB has a speakers bureau (for more info on topics, go to:
http://www.bosbbb.org/services/speakersbureau.asp) and there is no charge
for a speaker.
Other interesting program ideas from Megan:

John Galluzzo Presentations (March 2005)
johnjgalluzzo@hotmail.com
Lighthouses Far and Near - As Editor of Wreck & Rescue Journal, John
Galluzzo has traveled the United States in search of tales of shipwrecks and
lifesaving. Along the way, he has been treated to marvelous views of the
country's lighthouses - short, tall, ornamental, utilitarian - always
dramatically situated, and each with its own story to tell. In "Lighthoues
Far and Near" he takes us on a journey from Boston Light to the Gerat Lakes,
the West Coast and back again, ending up on the South Shore with tales of
our own famous lighthouses.
No Greater Love: The Story of Joshua James - Joshua James has been called
the "Father of the Coast Guard" for his sixty years of lifesaving heroics
with the Humane Society of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the U.S.
Life-Saving-Service, but what do we know about his life once he steps out of
the shining spotlight of wrecks and rescues? Author and editor of Wreck &
Rescue Journal John Galluzzo takes us through the life and times of this
most amazing personality through pictures and even 1897 film footage of
lifesaving crews in action in this PowerPoint presentation.
Images of America: Mass Audubon - On August 4, 2004, Mass Audubon educator
John Galluzzo took off on a great adventure of discovery, visiting wildlife
sanctuaries around Massachusetts in search of the stories of who owned,
lived and loved the land before Mass Audubon came along. The result is the
newly-released Images of America: Mass Audubon, a pictorial history of the
society and its predecessors from Wellfleet to Lenox, and many places in
between.

Bridging East & West Peace Initiative with Afaf Stevens:
Science, medicine, mathematics, art, architecture, music, religion…significant contributions in knowledge and understanding have been made by the people of the Middle East to world civilization. The Bridging East & West Peace Initiative is dedicated to exploring this rich cultural heritage and the traditions that have existed in the Middle East for centuries. Misconceptions and stereotypes create barriers among people of diverse backgrounds leading to fear, mistrust, hostility and conflict.The presentation offered by the Bridging East & West Peace Initiative consists of a brief introduction to contemporary East-West issues, in particular the historical relationship between Islam and Western civilization, followed by an in-depth discussion of the diverse cultures that exist in Middle Eastern countries today.
Through a lively, interactive dialogue and visual images, the following topics will be covered:· Impact of Islam on western science and culture· Culture and role of women in the Middle East· Myths, misconceptions, and stereotypes of diverse religious traditions· Fostering harmony and a durable peace based on mutual understandingIf your school or organization is interested in gaining a deeper knowledge of these issues, please contact Afaf Stevens to schedule a presentation. Fees are negotiable.Email: astevens@post.harvard.edu Telephone: 617-926-8126 *
Speaker biography Afaf Stevens is an Iraqi woman, born and raised in Baghdad, now an American citizen. Her academic credentials include a B.Sc. in Economics (University of Baghdad), and two Master's Degrees in International Education (University of Massachusetts-Amherst) and in World Religions (Harvard Divinity School). Having lived for almost 30 years in both the East and the West, she brings a deep personal experience of the compelling need for mutual respect, tolerance, and acceptance of diversity. As a parent, educator, and public speaker, Ms. Stevens' passion is to promote peace and understanding among the peoples of the world.

For more info contact Megan Allen at the Thomas Crane Public Library in Quincy -617-376-1331 or email her at mallen@ocln.org To see other programs offered at Megan's library visit the website at http://www.thomascranelibrary.org/

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The following programs were/are being offered at the Amherst Public Library (NH). For further info contact Ruslyn Vear at rvear@amherst.lib.nh.us You can visit their website at http://www.amherst.lib.nh.us and click on calendar of events to see other programs.

Get Organized!: Tips from a Professional Organizer to Unclutter Your Homes, Offices, and Lives
Vivian Ross, Professional Organizer, provides a fun and informative workshop to help attendees 'find order, not perfection'. Vivian will provide helpful, practical tips, techniques, and ideas to solve your organizational needs in the home, office, and family life along with time management skills.

"Researching Your Ancestors on the Internet" by Laura Prescott, Director of Marketing at the New England Historic Genealogical Society . Laura lectures for national audiences on a variety of genealogical topics. She is a regular columnist for 'Ancestry and Genealogical Computing' magazines, and a contributing editor for 'New England Ancestors' magazine.
Ruslyn also told us about a couple of new programs she recently started. Sundays at Four a music series. Her line up includes: classical guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan; pianist Alfred Watson; Aubrey Atwater, traditional Celtic and Appalachian folk music and dance; Boston Jazz Voices (a cappella 18 voice chorus)
Another program is Books Sandwiched In This is a great way for people to get together and talk about books. The program meets for an hour (noon-1 p.m.) on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. "Stitching Stories" meets the 1st Monday of each month from 2-3:30. Ruslyn bills this as "A monthly gathering to see friends, share an experience or book about our chosen topic and work on your handwork at the same time."

Kristina Worcester at the JV Fletcher Library in Westford told us about a couple of summer programs at her library that were very successful:
“Out From Under- How to Organize Your Home or Office” with Organizing Professional, Maxine Gautier
“Sensational Summer Salads” With Cookbook author, Ellie Deaner.
Kristina recommends 2 programs she held last year, "Thanks for the Memory" A workshop for adults about the power of personal storytelling with storyteller Carolyn Martino and "The Life of Ted Williams" with Bill Nowlin.

·Julie Preston (978-468-5577) from Hamilton-Wenham Public Library sent in a list of programs her library is planning into 2006. Here is a sampling:
Literary Luncheon. Bring a brown bag lunch and come ready to discuss some awesome books. Program will meet the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Dessert and coffee provided.
Koffee Klatch- Friday, November 4- 10:15AM 11:15AM Bob Speare from the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary presents a program on Birds. There will be a slide show. Bob will answer questions about various backyard birds.
Koffee Klatch-Friday, December 2- 10:15AM-11:15AM Cookie Swap and Tacky Gift Yankee Swap. Bring 1 dozen holiday cookies. Go home with a variety of sweets to enjoy. Bring a tacky wrapped gift worth no more than $3.00. Go home with an equally tacky gift.
Koffee Klatch-Friday, January 6- 10:15AM-11:15AM Luau with Hawaiian music provided by “Pineapple Pete”. Mocktails will be served. Come ready for fun!
Time Saving Tips for Home Based Businesses with Nancy Black owner of Organization Plus. Kelly Flynn our Reference Librarian will give a brief overview of our Business Resources.
Bell Ringers from First Congregational Church of Hamilton. Saturday, December 10, 2:00PM, Family Program!
Great Britain by Rail with Don Herdeg -Thursday, December 15, 10:30AM,. Slide show of his trip
Parenting Wisely: How to Deal with Adolescents sponsored by Essex District Attorney Jonathan W. Blodgett’s Office. Wednesday, January 18, 7-8:30PM Free and open to the public!
Feng Shui and the Bedroom with local Feng Shui specialist Susan Durrell; , January 26, 10:00AM,.
Genealogical Lock-In. Friday, February 10, 5:30PM, Utilize the library to work on your family’s tree. In collaboration with the Wenham Museum. Bring your own bag supper or reserve a box dinner. Free but registration is required.
3rd Annual Mardi Gras Extravaganza (Wednesday, February, 22, 1:00PM-4:00PM )with the “Tropical Gems”. Cake decorating, dancing, limbo, mask making and more! Activities for all ages.
Musicians at Hamilton Wenham:
Friday, March 31, 7:00PM “Two Old Friends” in concert! Family program, free and open to the public.
Friday, April 28, 7:00PM Chris and Meredith Thompson in Concert!

The Book Club Cookbook
These 2 authors have captured the attention of several libraries: (Hamilton-Wenham and Chelmsford)
Authors, Judy Gelman and Vicki Levy Krupp, The Book Club Cookbook. They share their experience with book groups and cooking. Visit their website at www.bookclubcookbook.com

Resources

Movie Public Performance Site Licenses - The two primary vendors are Motion Picture Licensing Corporation (MPLC) and Movie Licensing USA (MLUSA). You are required to purchase a license for public viewing of motion pictures. With this license, motion pictures may be shown as part of various library services and programming at the library.

Motion Picture Licensing Corporation

Movie Licensing USA,

If you are presenting concerts at your library you should look into getting a public performance license. ASCAP offers a "municipal license." You may be able to convince your town/city manager to purchase one to cover the entire community. For more information visit the ASCAP site.

Massachusetts Regional Library Systems Directory of Program & Performers. Find the directory at:
http://www.semls.org/performer/login.asp

Click here To learn more about ALA's Public Programs Office listserv

ALA's Public Programs Office offers these ideas for other Sources of Grants for Cultural Programming http://www.ala.org/ala/ppo/grantsandevents/othersources.htm

Click here for a list of articles of interest

For funding sources look into your local cultural councils and/or visit the Mass Cultural Council's web site

Click here for older meeting notes