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Conference: Tuesday, May 18
We're going green! The Manitoba Libraries Conference will provide a detailed Conference at a Glance in every delegate bag, however, those who want the full conference program should bring their own copies.
Note that all events take place at the Winnipeg Delta Hotel unless otherwise indicated.
A full conference program is available in .pdf format. Consult the Delta's floor plan for room locations, or ask for assistance at the information desk.
| 8:00 a.m. | Registration Desk Opens |
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| 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | MLCI AGM - Location: Colbourne |
| 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Opening remarks and welcome, followed by keynote address Location: Victoria/Albert |
| 10:30 a.m. -10:45 a.m. | Coffee Break (on your own) |
Concurrent Session 1
| 10:45 a.m. - Noon Location: Campaign A |
Basic Collection Development Skills |
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| This presentation provides an introduction to collection development and management and is intended for individuals new to the responsibilities in collection development and management. It will review the elements in collection development policies; explain the importance of collection analysis and the basics of collection management. Facilitator: Crystal McGregor Convenor: Margo Eckberg, Public Library Services Branch, Manitoba Culture, Heritage and Tourism
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| 10:45 a.m. - Noon Location: Colbourne |
Beyond the Newsletter: Social Media Solutions for Library News |
| A demonstration of the use of popular social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and blogs to promote your library’s news. Overcome the challenges of managing multiple accounts by automating the process with strategic use of tools like RSS2Twitter, Social RSS and Flock. A look at how the University of Manitoba Health Sciences Libraries generates a news and events stream with automatic cross‐posting to social networking sites. A discussion of broader implications (e.g. staff time and resources) for libraries engaging in social networking. Facilitators: Carol Cooke, Tania Gottschalk, Mark Rabnett Convenor: Philip Wolfart
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| 10:45 a.m. - Noon Location: Kildonan |
Implications of the New School Tariff on Manitoba School Libraries |
| The presenter addresses copyright issues in school libraries, focusing on the new Access Copyright Elementary and Secondary School Tariff. Facilitator: John Tooth Convenor: Linwood DeLong, University of Winnipeg
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| 10:45 a.m. - Noon Location: Campaign B |
The Power of Library Partnerships |
| Can we move beyond simple buying groups and consortia and move into a partnership relationship with our communities, with our vendors, with our users? Are there clear examples where this has been successful? What are the challenges? What are the upsides? Is this the future? Stephen visits hundreds of libraries and librarians around the world every year. He will share his experiences with us. Sponsored by the Manitoba Library Association Facilitator: Stephen Abram Convenor: Sherri Vokey & Orvie Dingwall, Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library
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| 10:45 a.m. - Noon Location: Westminster |
What Factors Affect Health and Literacy? Lessons From the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy |
| This session will introduce participants to the information on health status and education status that is available through the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy. Social factors related to health and literacy will be highlighted. Sponsored by the Manitoba Library Trustees Association Facilitator: Marni Brownell Convenor: Diane Bazin, Board Chair of Pere Champagne Library, Town Councillor for Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes
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| Noon | Trade Show Opens |
| Enjoy lunch as we launch this year's Trade Show. You'll find a showcase of resources from almost 40 publishers and vendors. Watch for Meet the Author events and don't forget to enter to win one of many door prizes. Open noon - 5:30 pm. |
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| Noon - 1:15 p.m. | Lunch at the Trade Show Provided by the Manitoba Libraries Conference |
Concurrent Session 2
| 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: Colbourne |
Between The Covers of Library Partnerships |
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| Is your current ILS giving you gray hair? Learn how two library groups in Manitoba have decreased their ILS problems by working together. Join a panel discussion by Mary Toma, head librarian, South Central Regional Library, and David Christensen, Technical Consultant, Public Library Services about Manitoba’s Evergreen project (SPRUCE). Vickie Short, librarian Lac Du Bonnet, and Ken Kuryliw, librarian, Red River North, will discuss the consortium they formed to bulk purchase new library software and the technical set up with the databases housed at Red River North library. Facilitators: Ken Kuryliw, Mary Toma, Vickie Short & David Christensen Convenor: Marianne Reid, John E Robbins Library, Brandon Univeristy
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| 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m Location: Westminster |
Initiative for Equitable Library Access (IELA) |
| Trevor and John will provide an update on the Library and Archives Canada Initiative for Equitable Library Access, addressing the multiple issues associated with the provision of resources for Canadians who are print-disabled. Facilitators: John Tooth & Trevor Surgenor Convenor: Orvie Dingwall, Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Libraryp> |
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| 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m Location: Kildonan |
Book Blitz: A Fast-paced Look at Local Books |
| Looking for a quick and fun way to select new and upcoming local titles? We’ve put local publishers on the clock to pitch their best titles. Guaranteed not to lag, the fast pace will provide loads of laughs and plenty of practical information about books of all genres. Hosted by the effervescent Winnipeg International Writers Festival artistic director Charlene Diehl. A listing of the session’s titles and hand‐outs with information will be given ahead of time, so sit back and enjoy. Sponsored by the Association of Manitoba Book Publishers Facilitator: Charlene Diehl Convenor: Linwood DeLong, University of Winnipeg
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| 1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m Location: Campaign B |
Making the best use of your EBSCO databases |
Anne will discuss a variety of topics pertaining to EBSCO databases, including:
Facilitator: Anne Ramsay Convenor: Laura Cowie, Prince Charles Education Resource Centre
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| 1:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Location: Campaign A |
Library Advocacy Now! |
| Library Advocacy Now! is a highly–rated interactive training program for anyone who cares about libraries. The goal of the program is to encourage trustees, Friends, librarians, library users and others to speak out for libraries; to understand and work more collaboratively with politicians and other decision-makers and to lobby more effectively in the constantly-changing political environment. Learn how to become a better advocate by altering how we craft and deliver our messages to those who make decisions about us. Library Advocacy Now! is a combination of information sharing, storytelling and participation in training exercises. An extensive workbook is provided at the workshop and other resources are provided. The workshop is inspiring, invigorating, thought-provoking and fun! “I think all trustees should be required to take this – it was so informative and well-presented”. Library trustee. “I wasn’t sure I’d get as much out of this as my public library colleagues, but it was fantastic”. University library director. Facilitator: Pat Cavill Convenor: Jane Fudge
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| 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Coffee Break at the Trade Show |
| Sponsored by Library Services Centre |
Concurrent Session 3
| 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Location: Campaign B |
Designing Dazzling Displays: Tips and Tricks |
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| Jennifer McSweeney is the artist behind the simple, yet eye‐catching book displays at McNally Robinson Booksellers. Dawn Huck, of local publisher Heartland Associates, sets up displays within minutes at local conferences and events that are the envy of many. How do they do it? With a few basic design techniques, and materials found all around you, you will be shown how to create simple, yet dazzling displays. Using some basic building blocks, and a list of dos and don’ts you will be shown the secret to success. The session will end with a fun contest to compete for prizes. Sponsored by the Association of Manitoba Book Publishers Facilitator: Dawn Huck & Jennifer McSweeney Convenor: Denise Weir, Public Library Services Branch, Manitoba Culture, Heritage and Tourism
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| 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Location: Westminster |
Canadian E-books: What's New in 2010 |
| This session will explore the most recent developments in the area of Canadian e‐books, and will show not only what is available from major e‐book vendors but also what is made available through provincial library associations. Facilitator: Linwood DeLong Convenor: Margaret Dyck, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
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| 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Location: Colbourne |
Kiosks: A Balancing Act |
| Kiosks have evolved from simply online public access catalogue terminals to dynamic in‐library portals to the expanding range of online services and collections. The trick is to find the balance between quick access to the catalogue and broad access to all that other good stuff. In 2009 the Thunder Bay Public Library conducted a Service Audit on its kiosks. This session will outline the steps in the audit, share the findings and recommendations, and engage the audience with a concluding brainstorming exercise on potential future directions. Facilitator: Joanna Aegard Convenor: Betty Braaksma, University of Manitoba
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| 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: Kildonan |
Working Alone: What You Need To Know |
| This session will discuss the responsibilities employers have with regards to working alone, as well as, the responsibilities of employees. A careful look at the legislation will identify the regulatory responsibilities of each affected group and a thorough description of policy and program development will provide clear insight to workplace requirements. This hands-on workshop will also teach participants how to identify and control hazards specific to their workplace while focusing on violence, harassment, and working alone. Facilitator: Jennifer Trann Convenor: Philip Wolfart
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| 5:00 p.m.: cocktails; 5:30 p.m.: dinner |
Opening Night Dinner - SOLD OUT Guest speaker: Karen Dudley, Author |
| Join Manitoba publishers, friends, and colleagues for a casual and friendly Opening Night Dinner. Enjoy a delicious meal, a free drink, a guest speaker and celebrate the accomplishments of our award winners. Tickets are limited, so register early! $12 for pre‐registered delegates, $15 at the door. Register via the Conference Registration Form. Sponsored by the Association of Manitoba Book Publishers
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