Monday, June 19, 2017
EB Off & Running With SLP
EB's Shawn Norton, YS Librarian II, said, "We started our children’s program series, Building Better Worlds, designed by Chris Tabur, June 16, 2017. In our first adventure, we read part of The
Little Prince and built our own spaceships out of recycled supplies such as cardboard and paper towel tubes. E-Specialist Luis Terron joined us and demonstrated some 3-D
printing techniques by adding plastic flourishes to children’s space crafts.
Friday, June 16, 2017
JOB WELL DONE: HELENA DAVENPORT
June 14, 2017, Helena Davenport, a Maxville Branch Clerk, was presented a Job Well Done Award. Beth Friedrich credits Helena with having created a scavenger hunt using old VHS tape cases and the theme for June is Father’s Day. Beth said, "Each case has a themed image and customers
are provided with a list of images to locate. The scavenger hunt is popular with children, teens and adults. As a prize, Helena brings in
candy for customers. Her engagement with the community using this fun activity is
a great demonstration of JPL’s Everybody Serves Youth initiative."
Thursday, June 15, 2017
JOB WELL DONE: CHRIS TABUR
PCR’s Youth Services Associate Chris Tabur received a Job Well Done Award, June 12, 2017. Hongying Song nominated Chris for his outstanding service to young
customers and noted, "During our Build-a-Story school age (5-12 yrs) Lego program, he
observed that most of the students had younger siblings (up to 5 years) with them who needed to be engaged. Chris up cycled old foam
boards, painted them with bright colors and
built a wall in the Build-a-Story program that now separates the room with a wall. While the school age kids are enjoying Legos, etc. on one side of the wall,
the younger siblings can play with Duplo and Mega blocks on the other side. Chris saw a real need, creatively solved the problem, resulting in a win-win for the kids and staff.
SOM KIDS BUILD CASTLES & FORTS
Children at South Mandarin Library gathered for an evening of Building
with Bricks program, June 14, 2017. Joanna Nigrelli, YS Librarian II, said, "This week the engineering challenge
was making forts and castles. Each builder had the opportunity to present their
castle or fort and talk about its unique characteristics."Tuesday, June 13, 2017
CM Scott Wilson Helps Kickoff SE SLP
SE Region Manager Keli Likins reports, "Council Member Scott Wilson helped kick off Summer Learning, June 9, 2017, at the Southeast Regional Library. He spoke to the crowd about the
importance of reading over the summer and asked them to keep utilizing the
library for reading materials. Special thanks to Mia Brack, Shaina Ford and Paul Schaffner for their
work on the event."
"Build A Better World" With A Strong Foundation
Families attending Willowbranch Library’s Summer Learning Kickoff Party, June 9, 2017, enjoyed carnival style games, dancing with “Ms. Belle”, a
scavenger hunt and refreshments. To help “Build A Better World”, children
signing up for Summer Reading Challenge received kid-sized “hard hats”.
“Mr. Joe” (Joseph Gaskin) created a fun visual and everyone had a chance to help build a strong foundation by writing down how they would make the world a better place on a paper brick to be added to the building.
Ryan Reid (L), the new WB YS Librarian II, stands beside the visual that depicts a building with books making up the foundation: Books/reading are the tools we need to learn new things, become inspired, and find ways to help our communities.
Below, Dr. Jamie Self, Executive Director of the JPL Foundation joined Roxanne Henkle, President of the WB Friends to give the kids and their families a warm welcome. Roxanne also directed them to the sign up area and helped serve refreshments.
“Mr. Joe” (Joseph Gaskin) created a fun visual and everyone had a chance to help build a strong foundation by writing down how they would make the world a better place on a paper brick to be added to the building.
Ryan Reid (L), the new WB YS Librarian II, stands beside the visual that depicts a building with books making up the foundation: Books/reading are the tools we need to learn new things, become inspired, and find ways to help our communities.
Below, Dr. Jamie Self, Executive Director of the JPL Foundation joined Roxanne Henkle, President of the WB Friends to give the kids and their families a warm welcome. Roxanne also directed them to the sign up area and helped serve refreshments.
Monday, June 12, 2017
SLP Kickoff At KR Big Success
Above, Council Member Matt Schellenberg prepares to cut the "Lego" cake for Mandarin Branch's SLP kickoff party, June 6, 2017. KR was off to a good start to "Build A Better World" with a total of 160 children and
caregivers, who enjoyed cake and other refreshments. They participated in activities such as a construction
photo booth, coloring, arts and crafts and games. Demonstrations of 3-D printing and Origami were done by Donna Pereztman and Margo Crafton respectively. Below Isabel Santiago and David Foster are pictured with the
Chick-Fil-A Cow, who greeted everyone as they entered the Children's department. (Thanks to Isabel for the input and pics.) Friday, June 09, 2017
Brentwood Friends Award Director Barbara Gubbin
Above front (L/R): Director Gubbin, Jashaiya-Lee Daniels, Mrs. Coon; back (L/R): Library Board Chair Ronnie King and FOBL President Melvin Turnage.
Sharon Coon, Founder, Organizer and Chair of Friends of the Brentwood Library presented an award to JPL Director Barbara Gubbin at the June 8, 2017 Library Board meeting in appreciation for Ms. Gubbin's twelve plus years of outstanding service. Mrs. Coon asked her 8 year old great granddaughter, Jashaiya-Lee Daniels, to read the award for the audience.
Mrs. Coon announced that Jashaiya-Lee has made all A's and just finished 2nd grade. She is enrolled in the National Gifted and Talented program and as such will study next summer at Emory University. (She has to be 9 years old.)
There was a resounding applause for Jashaiya-Lee and Ms. Gubbin.
Mrs. Coon said she wanted everyone to see how much libraries influence children's lives. Jashaiya-Lee is an avid reader and has to read 23 books this summer. She is enrolled in NS' Summer Learning Program and is a NS cardholder. Mrs. Coon said it was important to her personally and for the community to keep Brentwood Branch open when it was being considered for closing. She noted that Jashaiya-Lee is just one example of the value of urban core libraries and she will always advocate for them. She added that we can all see the benefit of working together in unity to keep libraries open.
Sharon Coon, Founder, Organizer and Chair of Friends of the Brentwood Library presented an award to JPL Director Barbara Gubbin at the June 8, 2017 Library Board meeting in appreciation for Ms. Gubbin's twelve plus years of outstanding service. Mrs. Coon asked her 8 year old great granddaughter, Jashaiya-Lee Daniels, to read the award for the audience.
Mrs. Coon announced that Jashaiya-Lee has made all A's and just finished 2nd grade. She is enrolled in the National Gifted and Talented program and as such will study next summer at Emory University. (She has to be 9 years old.)
There was a resounding applause for Jashaiya-Lee and Ms. Gubbin.
Mrs. Coon said she wanted everyone to see how much libraries influence children's lives. Jashaiya-Lee is an avid reader and has to read 23 books this summer. She is enrolled in NS' Summer Learning Program and is a NS cardholder. Mrs. Coon said it was important to her personally and for the community to keep Brentwood Branch open when it was being considered for closing. She noted that Jashaiya-Lee is just one example of the value of urban core libraries and she will always advocate for them. She added that we can all see the benefit of working together in unity to keep libraries open.
Thursday, June 08, 2017
WST Prepares To BUILD A BETTER WORLD
West's "Build
A Better World" themed SLP kick-off, June 6, 2017, boasted 125 kids, teens, and adults. P/T Associate Melodie
Brunson said, "We had soooo many
building opportunities--cardboard boxes for tunnels and other
‘constructive’ activities, including building opportunities with Lego blocks, wooden
blocks, bristle blocks, magnetic shapes-and BOOKS-which became a ‘world’ for
our summer reading visual. Cookies, ‘Lego’ brownies, and
lemonade helped everyone to come together and share their experiences that day and no one wanted to leave!"
Below (L/R): Julie Horton, Melodie Brunson and Carolyn Koehler enjoy having a successful kick-off.
Below (L/R): Julie Horton, Melodie Brunson and Carolyn Koehler enjoy having a successful kick-off.
SOM Starts W/100 For SLP Kick-Off
Families braved the summer rains to attend South Mandarin Branch's Harry Potter-themed kick-off party, June 6, 2016. They signed up for JPL's Summer Learning Program, then were sorted into
Hogwarts Houses, made wands and other crafts, answered trivia, enjoyed Harry
Potter-themed drinks and snacks and watched one of the movies in the
conference room.
Joanna Nigrelli, YS Librarian II said, "We were able to host 100 customers--thanks to the help of Mia Brack and a small army of Summer Teen Volunteers.
WBK's Kickoff For SLP Draws 100+ Partyers
(L/R): Board Trustee Jill Dame, Main/Urban Regional Manager Michael Sullivan, Hon. Paula Wright, Chair, DCPS Board, YS Librarian II Chiquita Powell AND 3 adorable children.
(L/R): WBK's P/T Clerk Akeem Adell; F/T Clerk Susan Williamson and Library Assistant Sean Wallace are ready for the party to begin.
The Westbrook Library had a lively kick-off party with special guests, Honorable Paula D. Wright, Chairman of the Duval County School Board, and Library Trustee Jill Dame, who attended our event, June 7, 2017. They enjoyed speaking with our kids and learning more about WBK. E-Library Specialists Luis Terron and Tara Connolly did an educational, interactive robot program (see Tara and boy below) with our kids. Publix donated a huge, beautiful cake with the globe front and center, with the words below written in beautiful script, "Build A Better World". The 100+ partyers left not one crumb! All topped off the fun with sno-cones. (Thanks to Chiquita Powell for the input and Stephanie Miller for the pics.)
(L/R): WBK's P/T Clerk Akeem Adell; F/T Clerk Susan Williamson and Library Assistant Sean Wallace are ready for the party to begin.
The Westbrook Library had a lively kick-off party with special guests, Honorable Paula D. Wright, Chairman of the Duval County School Board, and Library Trustee Jill Dame, who attended our event, June 7, 2017. They enjoyed speaking with our kids and learning more about WBK. E-Library Specialists Luis Terron and Tara Connolly did an educational, interactive robot program (see Tara and boy below) with our kids. Publix donated a huge, beautiful cake with the globe front and center, with the words below written in beautiful script, "Build A Better World". The 100+ partyers left not one crumb! All topped off the fun with sno-cones. (Thanks to Chiquita Powell for the input and Stephanie Miller for the pics.)
P.S. JPL employees Build A Better World Every Day.
Wednesday, June 07, 2017
State Sen. Aaron Bean Wows 'Em At PCR
PCR Manager Jackie Spiritas reports, "Florida Senator Aaron Bean had a great experience as our
guest reader at Stories and Art for Early Literacy at Pablo Creek Library, June 6, 2017. Senator Bean captivated everyone's attention with one of
his favorite childhood books, Harry the Dirty Dog by author Gene Zion, where
he acted out the parts and scenes with gusto. He praised the parents’
participation and acknowledged their commitment to their children’s education
by bringing them to the program.
"Pablo Creek hosted 110 kids (over two Storytime sessions)
despite the downpour, and parents and children alike were entertained by the
Senator. He introduced the letter of the day, the shape (his favorite, the
circle) and the number 6. He read Harry aloud as animatedly as if he had
written it himself and was starring in the role. The Senator then posed for pictures
in which he hammed it up for the camera, insisting that Children’s Librarian Tristan Denmark and I pretend we were reading and then we just act surprised by the camera. He charmed
the crowd and hinted about what he would like to read when he
visits again (Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel, spoiler alert!)
"A few extras during the program which went over big with the
Senator: The staff created a puppy dog paw print trail that lead the Senator and the kids to Community Room A when Storytime began. Treats of Scotty
Dog shaped shortbread biscuits and Scooby Snacks were given out to the kids and
the Senator took some back to the office 'for research purposes only,' or so he told
the crowd glibly. Senator Bean liked that we tied all of the doggy themes into
his book of the day. (Tristan even taught the kids the word dog in Spanish and
how to sign dog in sign language.) Just when he thought it couldn’t get more
exciting, Tristan let loose with the bubble machine and the Senator was
seeing stars. He was very appreciative of the Storytime experience and left
with a sense of how important Pablo Creek Library is to our community. He will not
forget his experience anytime soon nor the impact that PCR has in the
community.
Branch Manager Jackie Spiritas reports that “hosting Senator
Bean was one of the more rewarding experiences of being a part of the
Jacksonville Public Library system. All of the work we do going out in to the
community and hoping the word gets filtered “up” – I was able to show off the
library to one of our most compelling library advocates in a visible way.”
Tuesday, June 06, 2017
Summer Library Program Kicks Off At JB
Library
Associate Gail Blumberg kicked off the Beaches Branch Adult Summer Library program, June 5, 2017, with a fun summer craft. Participants created
"beachy" themed flip flop anklets and bracelets made of beads and charms. As you see, these ladies were happy to show off their creations.
EB Kicks Off SLP With Party
Shawn Norton, Linda Griffin-Foresto, and Stephanie Miller
hosted the Brown Eastside Library's kickoff party, June 5, 2017, for JPL's Summer Learning Program. The room where the party was held featured a coloring table, bean bag
toss, and “Truth or Jenga". A variety of refreshments were served for the 25 youths who attended. Shawn said, "We were the three staff in the room; however, all of EB's employees helped prepare for the party--a well planned, successful event.Friday, June 02, 2017
Sweet Thanks To Main Circ
Some tasty thanks were given to the Main Circulation staff
from the Children's/Teen department, May 23, 2017, for all their help and hard work during the dozens of school tours that took place this past school year. Thousands of children checked out books, many of them for the very first time. Our Circ employees did it all with great expertise, patience and lots of heart!
Thursday, June 01, 2017
CW: Helping Change Lives, One By One
Coupled with these success stories about three regular customers at CW, Janice Adams quoted Paul S. Spear's adage, "As
one person, I cannot change the world but I can change the world of one person."
Janice says, "As
a library we can’t change the world but we make a difference in the lives of
our customers. Webb Regional Library makes a difference every day. Here are the
stories of a few people that our staff has helped.
"Mercedes
and her family moved here from out of state about a year ago. Over the last 9 –
10 months, she studied for and took the FSA, SAT, ACT, ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude
Battery), and AFOQT (Air Force Officer Qualifying Test). Her family
doesn’t have a computer or Internet at home. While other teens were socializing
or playing computer games, Mercedes was on the library computers nearly every
day after school and many Saturdays completing her assignments. She used library
books and databases, especially the Testing and Education Reference Center. We are so very happy to know that
Mercedes is graduating high school June 2 and she scored well on both the ASVAB and the AFOQT. She plans to enter the military.
Mercedes is graduating high school June 2 and she scored well on both the ASVAB and the AFOQT. She plans to enter the military.
"Genesis
is another young woman whose family moved to Jacksonville from out of state for
her senior year. She came to Webb to earn volunteer hours for her Bright
Futures Scholarship. She was told her volunteer hours from another state wouldn’t
transfer, so she was pushing herself to get the hours she needed, all while
studying for the SAT, ACT, and completing class assignments. Not only is
Genesis graduating from high school, she is class Valedictorian, is certified
to work at a dental office front desk, and soon she will begin undergraduate
studies at UNF.
"Ulysses, pictured below at CW, is a man in his 30's who went to Grand Park Alternative High School here in
Jacksonville. He wants to provide for his child and set a good example. Ulysses
works an overnight shift and comes into the library several days each week to
use our computers to complete graduate level classes online. He is currently
working toward a Doctorate in Education. Ulysses will finish his coursework in
a few weeks and will soon begin writing his dissertation.
"We
are so proud of each of these students. They are just a few examples of people
who use and benefit from the resources and support provided by Webb Regional
Library and its dedicated employees."
Janice, an LAS in CW's Teen Services, proves another adage, "The proof of the pudding is in the pot."--or in the case, the library.
Tell us about your library's success stories!
Tell us about your library's success stories!
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Powerful Words For Powerful Display
AYL Library Clerk Terri Basemore
created this display to make it easier for customers to find the graphic novels in the
Children’s department. She also created a display for the Teen graphic novels. Webb Region Manager Lynne Baldwin said, "Argyle is very fortunate to have someone as creative as Terri on
their team."
WWII Navy Vet Couple Embrace Love, Literature & Living Life to the Fullest
CR&M's Sheenah Thrasher-Zamora had an interesting interview with two avid Regency Square Branch customers, May 25, 2017:
"As many of us gathered with friends and
family to celebrate Memorial Day in remembrance of the fallen men and women of
the armed forces who fought for this country, let us not forget to give thanks
and appreciation to those who are still with us. WWII Navy Veteran Couple, Raymond, 95 and
Dorothy McDuff, 94 sat down with me to share their life experiences serving in
the military, their love for the Jacksonville Public Library (JPL), and what
keeps their relationship so strong after all these years.
"This active couple has been frequent
customers of the Regency Square Branch Library for many years, where they
regularly take advantage of the resources available to continue their never-ending
journey of learning. Mr. McDuff joyfully responds to my question regarding his
favorite thing about JPL, 'They have first class service and they all do great
job, and so do you ma’am…every time I go to look for an author, I get help
right up front…I got no complaints,' Raymond also tells me of memories of simpler
times, as a teenager back in Iowa, where
he’s originally from, of walking 1½
miles, each way, going to the library. 'You could get books on Monday, Wednesday and Friday…3 books is all you
could get', noted Raymond. When asked
what their favorite book was, without hesitation, Dorothy replied, 'The
Bible'...'Oh yes!”' echos Raymond. They both agree that it is the teachings found in this book and love
that keeps them connected with one another. 'Love
covers all. How can I ask God to forgive me of something, if I haven’t forgiven
my fellow man? And all this black/white [referring to racial issues in
society] stuff; let me tell you something, there wouldn’t be all these problems
if we all just talk it out. You got to talk it out.” Mr. McDuff adds this Rx pertaining to their secret to living a
great life, 'We don’t drink, smoke, complain or
argue… I love that woman…it’s a privilege to have this lady and I enjoy taking
care of her. She’s very intelligent and has a lot of common sense…. We have a really
first class relationship.' Dorothy concludes, 'There was
something about him that drew me to him.'
"The McDuffs take pleasure in travel, having
visited Europe and Canada on multiple trips, living as young and free as their hearts
desire. Their passion for enjoying every
day and each other is inspiring to all ages."
"As many of us gathered with friends and
family to celebrate Memorial Day in remembrance of the fallen men and women of
the armed forces who fought for this country, let us not forget to give thanks
and appreciation to those who are still with us. WWII Navy Veteran Couple, Raymond, 95 and
Dorothy McDuff, 94 sat down with me to share their life experiences serving in
the military, their love for the Jacksonville Public Library (JPL), and what
keeps their relationship so strong after all these years.
"Raymond enlisted in the Navy at the age of
16, graduated from boot camp in Farragut, Idaho. He then chose the job of Fire
Controlman but later changed career paths to become an instructor. Mr. McDuff served
from sea to shore at various duty stations throughout the world, including
Australia, San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, and Pearl Harbor, Hi in
support of WWII operations. A Macon, GA native, Dorothy joined the Navy at 17 years
old, and trained in boot camp out of New York as Yeoman (Executive
Administrative Assistant), and continued to serve in Oklahoma, completing her
enlistment at a Naval hospital in Bethesda, MD.
"This active couple has been frequent
customers of the Regency Square Branch Library for many years, where they
regularly take advantage of the resources available to continue their never-ending
journey of learning. Mr. McDuff joyfully responds to my question regarding his
favorite thing about JPL, 'They have first class service and they all do great
job, and so do you ma’am…every time I go to look for an author, I get help
right up front…I got no complaints,' Raymond also tells me of memories of simpler
times, as a teenager back in Iowa, where
he’s originally from, of walking 1½
miles, each way, going to the library. 'You could get books on Monday, Wednesday and Friday…3 books is all you
could get', noted Raymond. When asked
what their favorite book was, without hesitation, Dorothy replied, 'The
Bible'...'Oh yes!”' echos Raymond. They both agree that it is the teachings found in this book and love
that keeps them connected with one another. 'Love
covers all. How can I ask God to forgive me of something, if I haven’t forgiven
my fellow man? And all this black/white [referring to racial issues in
society] stuff; let me tell you something, there wouldn’t be all these problems
if we all just talk it out. You got to talk it out.” Mr. McDuff adds this Rx pertaining to their secret to living a
great life, 'We don’t drink, smoke, complain or
argue… I love that woman…it’s a privilege to have this lady and I enjoy taking
care of her. She’s very intelligent and has a lot of common sense…. We have a really
first class relationship.' Dorothy concludes, 'There was
something about him that drew me to him.' Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Job Well Done: Kim Bennett
Argyle Branch Manager Kristi Dorney nominated Kim Bennett for a Job Well Done Award because Kim created a 3-D undersea scene for the door window to the Children’s
workroom. Kim also designed a woodland theme for the door
window to the adult workroom. She has also decorated the Children’s area to be
more welcoming.
Police Officer Reads & Talks Safety At HIghlands
Highlands Branch Manager Pat Morrison reports, "Library Assistant Felecia Battle
produced a wonderful storytime program for young children at Highlands Regional
Library during National Police Week, May 26, 2017. In addition to covering the
basic standards, Felecia invited Officer McDaniel of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s
Office to read two books to the children. Officer McDaniel, a talented
storyteller, imparted good safety tips via a tour of her service
belt/holster and her police cruiser and stressed gun and general safety. The children were also given paper police
caps/hats/bands that were made by Felecia. More than 30 children and adults attended the program." What a great way to teach children about the importance of safety and the many faceted role of a police officer.
Thursday, May 25, 2017
Darlene Nicholson Retires: 33 Years W/City & 10 Years W/JPL
Darlene Nicholson, A P/T Aide in Mark Merritt's Financial Manage-ment department at Main, had good reason to flash this beautiful smile, May 24, 2017. A horde of JPL employees honored her with a luncheon, a bouquet of flowers, a fruit basket, and many well wishes. Darlene retires May 25, 2017, and leaves us a brief review of her long tenure with the City and JPL. She said, "I retired from the City's Administration and Finance Department, August 17, 2007, after 33 years of service and started working at JPL on October 27, 2007. My plan was never to work again but I am glad
that I had the opportunity to work at JPL. It has been a learning experience. I did not know what it takes to keep the
library going and updated. I have had the privilege of working with some great
coworkers that I will miss. God bless JPL staff.
"Now, I plan on spending more time with family and traveling and, of course, I plan to read more."
Monday, May 22, 2017
Kudos From Customers
Argyle Branch: My experience at
the Jacksonville Public Library in the Oakleaf area on Old Middleburg Road was
amazing. Abby (Alberlyn Pabustan) is extremely kind and helpful. Thank you so much for
having employees like her.
Main
– Florida Collection: I would
like to commend one of your employees for offering me outstanding and
professional assistance…in the Florida Collection. Mr. (James) Brasfield assisted me with
viewing and saving some articles on microfilm. His assistance was invaluable to
my research and I couldn't have done it without him. Mr. Brasfield is an asset
to your organization.
Pablo Creek Branch: Excellent storytellers (Kim Smith and Chris Tabur), who
are so patient and great with all ages! Pre-literacy skills are well defined.
...
San Marco
Branch: I would like to comment on Amber (Pierce) who recently (May 5th) left San Marco branch
for a position at the Beaches Branch. I worked for 38 years at new car dealers
and 36 years at a private country club, so I am familiar with dealing with the
public. Amber was always helpful and courteous to me at the check-out area. I
observed her being the same way with other clients. She has excellent
people skills and is in general a very nice person. You at the Jax Public
Library system are very fortunate to have her in your employ.
Friday, May 19, 2017
Mrs. Molly Curry Reads At San Marco Branch
Region Manager Keli Likins reports, "We were pleased to have Mrs. Molly Curry,
the Mayor’s wife, as guest reader at a special story time at San Marco
Branch, May 10, 2017, in honor of Mother’s Day. Seventy six attendees, including 35 mothers, came to hear Mrs. Curry read Mama's Day with Little Grey. Later, everyone received a treat compliments of Peterbrooke Chocolatier, and Mrs. Curry was presented a wrist corsage.
JPL Staff Assn. Check Goes For JPL Team Awards
At the Library Leadership Meeting, May 18, 2017, Region Manager Marshelle Berry (R), who headed up the JPL Staff Association, turned over a check for $1,058.15 to Deputy Director Mark Merritt. The unused funds from the now defunct Staff Association will be deposited in the Carolyn Williams Fund and used for JPL Team
Awards.
Altered Objects & Jax History For Art Walk
Deputy Director Jennifer Giltrop gets a review of the time when Jacksonville was called Cowford.
Main's Special Collections department provided customers with interesting historical input during Art Walk, May 3, 2017, with an event celebrating local and community history. Several local history organizations participated, including Riverside/Avondale Preservation, Springfield Preservation and Revitalization, the Mandarin Museum, the Durkeeville Historical Society (pic below), the Jacksonville Historical Society, Norman Studios, and the Cowford Archaeological Research Society.
May is Jewish American Heritage Month and in Special Collections visitors could see and hear testimonies of Holocaust survivors.
Makerspace captured everyone's attention on the ground floor. The new exhibit, Altered Objects, is not the ordinary and If you are innovative and/or an art connoisseur, it is well worth the trip to Main. The exhibit will be up until July 23, 2107.
Main's Special Collections department provided customers with interesting historical input during Art Walk, May 3, 2017, with an event celebrating local and community history. Several local history organizations participated, including Riverside/Avondale Preservation, Springfield Preservation and Revitalization, the Mandarin Museum, the Durkeeville Historical Society (pic below), the Jacksonville Historical Society, Norman Studios, and the Cowford Archaeological Research Society.
May is Jewish American Heritage Month and in Special Collections visitors could see and hear testimonies of Holocaust survivors.
Makerspace captured everyone's attention on the ground floor. The new exhibit, Altered Objects, is not the ordinary and If you are innovative and/or an art connoisseur, it is well worth the trip to Main. The exhibit will be up until July 23, 2107.
Thursday, May 18, 2017
FTU Columnist Speaks At KR
Mark Woods, a Florida Times-Union columnist who spoke at KR, May 2, 2017, is pictured as he presented “Our
National Parks and Mother’s Day”. He shared slides of his year spent
visiting national parks around the country along with stories about his mother
who passed away before his travels. He also had his book Lassoing
the Sun: a Year in America’s National Parks available for purchase and
signing.
Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Willowbranch's 2nd Comic Con Smashing Success
WB's Librarian II Alison McCarty reports, "Willowbranch Library held its
second Comic Con event, May 6, 2017. As you see, Director Barbara Gubbin joined the costumed participants and others for an exciting day. With local comic artists, tap dancers,
cosplayers, and Ghostbusters in attendance, the event was a HULK SMASH!
WB also SMASHED its attendance from last year with over 700 customers attending this year's event. Library staff
offered storytimes,
crafts, bingo and other games for children, as well as board and video games and a scavenger hunt for all ages."
Friends of WB sponsored this year's theme buttons which were given to visitors. WB Friends President Roxanne Henkle was on hand with her steampunk bicycle, Barrymore. She said, "We are happy to have been a part of such an exciting event."
SOM Hosts Art Reception
SOM hosted an art reception for Palm Avenue Exceptional Student Center student art May 10, 2017. Talented
students are part of the Police Athletic League of Jacksonville TEAM UP
after school program.
Pictured are (L/R): Youth Librarian Joanna Nigrelli, Lt.
Lakesha Burton, teacher Robert Graver, student artist Leon, teacher Jo Mansell,
and other JSO PAL officer representatives. (Thanks t Joanann Nigrelli for the input.)
Tuesday, May 16, 2017
JPL Leadership Award Winnrs Honored By Library Board
At the May 11, 2017 Library Board Meeting, these winners of the 2nd quarter of JPL's Leadership Awards were recognized for their accomplishments:
Shawana Brooks, Library Assistant at the Main Library and curator for the JAX Makerspace, was the point person for the exhibit, KESHA: A Black Female Experience of Identify and Race. This show, exhibited in the Main Library Makerspace Gallery, drew over 1,800 attendees. For this, she receives the “Inspired a Shared Vision Award.” She is also JPL’s Employee of the Quarter:
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF YOU!
Shawana Brooks, Library Assistant at the Main Library and curator for the JAX Makerspace, was the point person for the exhibit, KESHA: A Black Female Experience of Identify and Race. This show, exhibited in the Main Library Makerspace Gallery, drew over 1,800 attendees. For this, she receives the “Inspired a Shared Vision Award.” She is also JPL’s Employee of the Quarter:
Robin Cumby,
Library Assistant at the Argyle Library, thought a clerical manual of all
off-desk responsibilities would be of benefit, and she’s already updating and
adding sections. For this, she receives
the “Enable Others to Act” award. (Ms. Cumby was not present and Interim Region Manager Kathy Tekin accepted the award for her.)
NOTE: At July 6, 2017, a pic of Kathy Tekin, who is now CW Manager, presenting Robin with her award:
NOTE: At July 6, 2017, a pic of Kathy Tekin, who is now CW Manager, presenting Robin with her award:
Kimberly
Hamilton, Library Assistant at the University Park Library, noted that story
times in the children’s department were becoming too crowded and took charge of
the new story times in the multipurpose room.
For this, she receives the “Model the Way” award:
Pertoria Kennedy,
Library Clerk for Support Services, proposed an alternative procedure for
marking new books as new without ripping off labels and risking tearing the
book but simply erasing the label and leaving the tape on it. For this, she receives the “Challenge the
Process” award:
Tricia Larrabee,
Library Clerical Services Supervisor, developed cash handling procedures for
the new Point of Sale system, creating cash reconciliation forms, updates to
daily/monthly reports, and procedures to implement the new system. For this,
she receives the “Challenge the Process” award:
Danielle Linnen,
Library Clerk at the Pablo Creek Library, recognized that the library’s movie
programs weren’t getting good attendance and created “Throwback Thursday,” a
retro movie day with added activities, special guests, and crafts. For this, she receives the “Challenge the
Process Award:”
Pam McClellan,
JPL’s Resource Development Coordinator, searches for grant opportunities to
meet the strategic goals of JPL, often thinking outside the box. As the library’s sole Resource Development
coordinator, Pam is responsible for the timely submission of grant
applications, including the LSTA, NEA Big Read and AARP Foundation grants. For this, she receives the “Challenge the
Process” award:
Alfreda Whitfield,
Library Assistant at the Southeast Library, showed customer service skills with
a disgruntled customer who did not want to show her ID. By the end of it, Alfreda was having a
conversation with the customer about Brainfuse and other JPL programs. For this, she receives the “Get to Yes” award:
Tyhedra Wilson,
Library Clerical Services Supervisor at the Highlands Library, took it upon
herself to figure out how to combine financial transactions on the new cash
management system so it was no longer necessary to run a customer credit card
twice. For this, she receives the “Get
to Yes” award:
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF YOU!
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