WHAT'S IN A DOT?

September has a National Dot Day which celebrates The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. CW decided to celebrate “Dot Month,” and this interactive dot display created by Bobbie Knight was a success. Almost the entire board was filled with dots decorated by CW's young customers and many could be seen looking at the board to find the one they made. Noah Thomas also set up a book display featuring books about dots. The display was so popular, it was a challenge to keep it
filled.

Makerspace Marks Milestone One

Sara Radovic, Jax Makerspace Coordinator and her team have seen a lot of action during their first year.  Here Sara recalls the successes of the first year of this new adventure and gives us an update of what is to come.

"The Jax Makerspace marked its one-year anniversary in August.  The inaugural Makerspace program celebrated National Coloring Book Day, August 2, 2016, when 67 people attended our debut.  Flash forward a year and the Makerspace has had 408 programs attended by 7,202 people!

"Our vision is to be a place for making things, so the Jax Makerspace offers hands-on opportunities to explore, collaborate and create.  Makerspace programs respond to the stated interests of our customers in one of these five areas (or “tracks”):  Arts & Crafts, Do-It-Yourself (DIY), Music, Tech, and Writing.  Some of the most popular examples include: Intro to sewing machines (Arts & Crafts); Bicycle maintenance 101 (DIY); Guitar lessons (Music); 3D printing basics (Tech); and Writing circles.

"Most of the Makerspace programs are taught by JPL staff, both from Main and other branches. There are so many staffers that have been a part of the launching team that we can’t name them all here, but you (and your supervisors!) know who you are, and we heartily thank you!  We’ve also partnered with many other organizations to offer programs, including Zen Cog, Women Writing for (a) Change, and World Affairs Council Jacksonville, just to name a few. 

 "Since October 2016, art exhibits featuring many talented local artists have been held in the Jax Makerspace Gallery.  With a focus on contemporary art and expressed in a variety of mediums such as painting, screen printing, textiles, and videography, the exhibits explore a unifying theme.  The artists pitch in with programs, too, such as giving talks and hands-on demonstrations in the Jax Makerspace, which provide insight into their process and craft.  Past exhibits included Kesha: A Black Female Experience of Identity and Race, Jovian Treasures, and Altered Objects.

"We also offer a variety of DIY craft kits, with themes such as loom knitting, origami, and

duct tape crafts.  These include all necessary supplies and instructions to make your own take-home creation!  We have STEAM building kits like LEGOs and Tinker Toys.  Who doesn’t like to build stuff with these? 

"Our newest addition is the equipment that we have made available for self-directed use.  You can now reserve guitars, ukuleles, a green screen, and sewing machines in the Makerspace!  Recording equipment will soon be available, followed shortly by photography and video equipment!" 

"We continue to test programs and equipment to understand customer interests while assessing our ability to meet those needs within the logistical considerations of the space.  We are using this input to design and construct a better Makerspace, designing activities that are responsive to our community’s needs in a space that people want to come back to, time and time again!  Come join us to explore, collaborate and create!"

Kudos From Customers

Bradham Brooks Northwest Branch:  I visited… Bradham & Brooks Branch on Edgewood. Thank you for hearing me Mrs. Sheila Brooks.

Mandarin Branch: I wish to praise Frances (Wickes) at the library on Kori Road for her tremendous assistance with finding a DVD on the Way of St. James. She was quite diligent and persevered for a long time to find it for me. It was a difficult search! She found "Discoveries Spain Pilgrimage Route" (914.6 Disc) which is very much appreciated. She also helped me find several other materials and explained the classes the library offers.

(Sorry, all Kudos where customers named individual employees have been used June-September 27, 2017.)

P.R. For Banned Books Week

 Keli Likins, SE Region Manager, is pictured with Stacey Goldring of the WJCT Book Club, September 26, 2017, after going on the First Coast Connect radio show to talk about Banned Books Week, September 24-30.

Main YS Hosts KIPP Voice Elementary for Tour & Storytime

On Monday, September 18, over 40 first graders from KIPP Voice Elementary came to Main Children’s for a tour.  Main YS Librarian II Joanna Nigrelli, said, "This was their first day back to school and the Children's department's first day back to work after Hurricane Irma.  Danny Menendez and Kelli Heath (above) led the tour and a story time.  The teacher, Shavonne Mostella, sent a nice email and on September 25, 2017, we received a huge envelope full of hand written thank you notes from the kids!" 

E-mail from Teacher:  

"I just wanted to say Thank You to your staff for providing such an awesome experience for our scholars yesterday.  Our scholars had so much fun and were really engaged in learning.  It was great to see their smiles on what could have been a tough transition back from all of our days off from school. Thank you for incorporating our unit of study, as well.   This made it even more meaningful for them.  

"Again, thank you so much. 

"Best, 

"Shavonne Mostella, Lead Teacher, 1st Grade | KIPP VOICE Elementary"

Help From FEMA After Irma

Anthony Baltiero, Main Children's Library Associate, wrote a note to Region Manager Sara Roberts, September 21, 2017, after he and his wife suffered loss from Hurricane Irma earlier in the month.   Sara and Anthony thought his input might be helpful to some of you, "I wanted to give you a quick update on our situation following Hurricane Irma since the last time that we spoke. First, I want to thank you for your offers of support and understanding following the storm. We got our power back Sunday, a full week after losing it. We are beginning to get things back in order and are preparing for our move next week. Second, I want to thank you and Jennifer for suggesting that we seek assistance through FEMA. I am so happy and relieved to let you know that we were deemed eligible to receive financial assistance to cover the funds that we lost from my wife, Tiffany, being out of work for over a week, and funds to help replace the food and perishable items that we lost! I truly didn’t know where we were going to be without this help. As such, I am encouraging everyone that needs assistance to at least apply with FEMA and see if they are eligible for anything. The help is there, but people need to know about it and know how to apply for it! Thank you, so much!"

Kids Ace Typing 101

UPK hosted 15 school aged kids and their parents for a Typing 101 class, September 20, 2017.  YS Librarian II Alexis Carter reports, "We utilized a computer typing game to learn about home keys and how to increase their touch typing literacy. Towards the end of the program, children were excited about how fast they could type compared to the beginning of the program! They were all too cute and asked me to take a picture."

Irma No Match For Everyday Heroes

Region Manager Marshelle Berry sent these pictures of some of our heroes assisting after Hurricane Irma, September 12, 2017.  Above are Library workers and several JSO recruits. In the two pictures below Tricia Larrabee and Tony Miller help keep the line moving for people picking up water and Richard Mott keeps things moving as he asks the driver to move forward for get a much needed case of water.

Super Readers/Super Heroes

The Maxville Bulletin Board--'Super Heroes Love Super Readers”--is the chosen theme of Super Heroes for September/ October. Libra-ry Associate Sr. Elise Fare says, "Our scavenger hunt is also a hunt for super heroes and the children’s department as well as the adult display 'Who is your Super Hero?' all feature the theme. Library Clerk Jimmy Morgan has also created 3-D super hero figurines in all of the graphic novel areas for display.

Raves For JPL

Direct quotes from customers, September 13 &14, 2017:

 1) Thank you so much for your clear communication throughout the storm. This last email made me smile because it offered the library as a resource to people affected by Irma. Thank you for taking care of our people.

2)  Thank you for keeping us informed about library hours and helpful information. ...

3)  You have done a wonderful job keeping us informed of your closing and openings. Thanks.

4)   Thank you to all of your staff for offering the library to the public for Air, Internet, DVD's and our kids' activities. So happy for a little more normalcy in my life. Appreciate all of you! 

5)  It's important that i take this opportunity to let all of the libraries and their staff how wonderful the library system is! And, the fact that you are welcoming people with hurricane outages to the library is so generous! You are truly and important part of the fabric of our community . Thank you all, all branches, for your service(s) on all of our behalf!

Two Big Hearts From CR&M Give Blood

The Big Red Bus welcomed CR&M Manager Chris Boivin and Coordinator 
Jenna Hassell  who donated blood, September 14, 2017, at the mobile in Hemming Park. Jenna said, "BloodOne had to suspend service during the hurricane which put them in major need to replenish the area’s blood supply.We were happy to help out."

NEXT?

FL State Librarian Amy Johnson Visits Main

Interim Director Jennifer Giltrop hosted a special visitor to the Main Library, September 6, 2017: State Librarian Amy Johnson. Ms. Giltrop and the Admin team first met with Ms. Johnson and afterwards Ms. Giltrop gave Ms. Johnson a tour of the largest public library in Florida. Here you see YS Librarian III Chiquita Powell (L) as she presented Ms. Johnson with a beautiful piece of art made by art class kids.

DU Clerk Cassy Volunteers At School Open House

Highlands Branch clerk Cassy Manning (L) accompanied DU Branch Manager Pat Morrison to an Open House at Pickett Elementary school Thursday evening, August 31, 2017.  Pat said, "Cassy volunteered to shadow staff to experience programs and outreach events such as an open house so that she will be prepared to assist when needed. She greeted students and parents with a welcoming smile and invited them to the library table with the offer of a library sticker.  Once there, she shared information and promoted student cards, free computer classes and other library services.  Kudos to Cassy for volunteering to engage in a new activity and for doing it so well."

Three cheers to you, Cassy and Pat, for making JPL look good!

State Rep. Assistant Learns About Storytime

"Ms. Jennifer Contreras, Legislative Assistant to State Representative Clay Yarborough, joined us at Pablo Creek Library for Storytime, August 29. 2017," PCR Manager Jackie Spiritas reports.

"Ms. Contreras obviously enjoyed being with the children (and parents) as the kids listened to stories about the color blue, ate blue snacks, painted and played with blue play dough. Never mind learning how to say blue in Spanish (azul) and sign language – the kids just thought they were shaking their sillies out and playing with bubbles.

"Ms. Contreras (left below) is also a teacher and is expecting a child of her own. She was very impressed with the Storytime led by Children’s

Librarian Tristan Denmark (R). She asked me several times, 'Do they do this at every library?!' She is looking forward to trying out our Storytime for Babies program which begins in October.

"Ms. Contreras said she will propose some dates that Representative Yarborough can attend one of our sessions in the future." 

Tammy Crotts' Retirement Lunch

One "subtle" way you can tell when someone has employees' "thumbs up":  food comes in by the drove for lunch honoring that staff person.  So it was for Tammy Crotts, August 29, 2017, when Main staff came together in a very crowded room to lunch with Tammy, share memories and wish her the very best.

Assistant to the Director of Public Services Julie McNeil praised Tammy for her service and loyalty to JPL these 24 years. Tammy told us of her plans to improve her own health, help care for her aging parents--and enjoy life every day.

You deserve the very best, Tammy, and we certainly appreciate all you have done for us.

Run, Tone Up, Get Discounts: LOOK GOOD!

Richard Mott is JPL's City Wellness Team rep (and our go-to for Go365) and he wants to share the link/list of upcoming runs scheduled for the rest of the year. Additionally, the owner of 1st Place Sports will extend a City discount to participating employees for all the runs they sponsor through the end of the year:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0ByxAAGMXbZKoSUFsZWx4aGFDcEU

Everything to gain and plenty of lbs. to lose.

State Rep. Tracie Davis At DU Story Time

State Representative Tracie Davis visited the Highlands Regional Branch Library, August 26, 2017. Children explored books and activities that were “all about me”. In addition to assisting Felecia Battle by reading stories, Representative Davis also helped the children make crowns with their ages and “favorite things” on them. Following story time, families enjoyed sharing mini-muffins and juice with Representative Davis.  (Thanks to DU's Michelle Petrin, YS Librarian III, for the input.)

GED Grads Celebrate

Interim Director Jennifer Giltrop (far right) and CAL Program Manager Katie Devanny were cheering the happy high school graduates at Main, August 23, 2017, and Katie proudly reports, "The first JPL GED Graduation ceremony was held and eleven of the 20 graduates walked across the stage and received a certificate of achievement from JPL. (The students already had their high school diploma from the State of Florida.)  Al Emerick, the keynote speaker, delivered a great message on 'their value' to the graduates. Ja’Markis Daniels, the student speaker and new EWC student, shared his story."  See more inspiring pictures:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/cityofjax/albums/72157685460267490

400 At WST Eclipse Program

P/T YS Associate Melodie Brunson said, "It was eclipse madness at West Branch, August 19, 2017. A few folks in lawn chairs were in front of our library by 6 am. With about 400 showing up, Bill Figletti, our Teen Associate Librarian, led a great program on solar eclipses. Pinhole viewers were made as well as flip-books that showed the phases of a solar eclipse.  Free-hand eclipse art was created and at the end of the program, if you were among the lucky 100 that had tickets, you received eclipse glasses."

Terry Welch Wins $1000 Grant For JPL

Interim Director Jennifer Giltrop and JB Branch Manager Theresa Rooney were on hand, August 23, 2017, for a very special day for JB and Library Clerk Terry Welch.  For the last four years Terry has entered the Sisters in Crime (SinC) "We Love Libraries" contest. This year, thanks to Terry's persistence, JPL was randomly selected as the February 2017 winner and received a $1000 grant to purchase materials for our collection. Terry said, "Each item purchased with these funds will include a bookplate indicating the purchase was made possible by the SinC grant. Debbie East, President of the Florida Chapter of Sisters in Crime, presented the check to JB Branch Manager, Theresa Rooney. Forty four people--many of them aspiring writers--attended the grant presentation and author panel, including FOJPL President Margaret Smith, who was one of the founding members of the Florida SinC Chapter.

L/R: Interim Director Jennifer Giltrop; authors Susan Kiernan-Lewis and Nancy Quatrano;  JB Manager Theresa Rooney; Debbie East, President, Florida SinC; author Kathy Bain and Terry Welch (wearing the Nancy Drew vest she made.)

"Following the presentation there was an author panel about the craft of writing crime fiction. The SinC authors were Nancy Quatrano, Susan Kiernan-Lewis and Kathy Bain and the moderator was JPL Coordinator of Lifelong Learning & Community Outreach Lisa Buggs. Each of the authors also donated books, which will find a home in JPL’s upcoming Florida Authors Collection.

"Killer snacks were served and it was a fun filled evening. (The event was also live streamed on Facebook.) "

Library Clerk Terry Welch (L) and Teen Volunteer Ilyssa Ward in the photo that won the February 2017 SinC "We Love Libraries" contest.

Eclipse Program Was Sunshiny Day For Main

Main Manager of POP & Makerspace Kathleen Brunner said, "We’re excited about the success of the eclipse program done in the Makerspace recently! We had a gate count of 1,100 people between 10 am and 1 pm, August 19, 2017, and the line was wrapped around the entire perimeter of Makerspace.  Over 300 people completed the program stations, even though we only had 185 solar glasses to give away."

Alex Shares His Toys With Others

"Last week, Alex Hood (pictured here) and his mom kindly donated his train table and some toys to the Argyle Library Children’s Department. The children have been excited to have a table to play at and use in the Play and Learn Center," reports YS Library Associate Kimberly Bennett.

Kudos From Customers

Argyle Branch:  The teen summer reading program was outstanding! The book review where all the kids got a chance to talk! The craft that went with the book! The snack that went with the book! So much fun was had by all! The program was well put together. My son had so much fun! Always left the program talking about the book and started talking about the next week’s book. Well done, Mrs. Kim (Bennett)! You make reading fun!

Main Library - Circulation: Received Excellent Customer Service from Tammy (Billings) when I got my new library card. Thank You!

Main Library – Circulation:  We visited the Main Library as a birthday wish of my 13 year old. While checking out, Erin Tuzuner noticed my daughter likes teen mysteries. Erin grabbed some books for my daughter to try. She showed me the digital library. We are Clay residents who now pay $100/year for library usage. She helped seal how great a deal it is. We've been with you since 2006 and will continue on; especially thanks to Erin. Thank you!

Mandarin Branch:  the Mandarin Branch group seemed professional, well trained, and knowledgeable.  (Mark Hohnadel, Margo Crafton, David Foster, Robert Moseley, Isabel Santiago-Moreno, Alison Pulley, Frances Wickes, Caitlin Ruvolo, Diane Lewis, Jessica Bayne, Shukti Banerjee, Ysabella Banta, Tammy Hilbert, Patricia Henderson, Patricia Klingler.)

San Marco Branch:  We have been attending the story time at San Marco Library for a couple of years and met several teachers, but recently we started attending more regularly and my daughter has fallen in love with Ms. Crystal (Kadkhodaie.) My daughter is super bright and silly, but very shy. Ms. Crystal sang “Skinny Marinky Dinky Dink” and my daughter was asking for me to sing it all week! Since then, she pretends that she IS Ms. Crystal and refers to herself in 3rd person all the time. (What would Ms. Crystal do?) This has helped us in so many ways.  It is like a new super hero has entered her life. We told Ms. Crystal about this love affair and she said, "That warms my heart". When I remind my daughter of that story she blushes for a solid 5 minutes. I am so grateful for this safe place to go and learn and play and for Ms. Crystal who has defined this season for us! We will always cherish our days at the library.

Job Well Done: Bobbie Knight

Webb Wesconnett Branch's Beth Friederich (above left) presented Bobbie Knight, YS Library Associate, a Job Well Done Award, August 22, 2017. Bobbie wrote CW's first solar eclipse program, August 1, utilizing process art, which was fun for families with children of any age. Minutes before the program, Bobbie learned that a local news crew would be filming part of it. The crew arrived mid program to set up while Bobbie was preparing attendees for the art activity. During that time, she checked on the class' progress while fielding questions from the news crew. Beth said, "She balanced conducting her program and ensuring the participants’ engagement while checking with the news crew, making sure they received all information needed. Bobbie accomplished all of this brilliantly."

Main Teen & Children's Staff Promote JPL Resources

Alexandra (Alex) Bishop is a new Library Associate in Main's Teen Department and shares news about several of their staff outreach programs. Alex said, "The Teen and Children’s departments have been visiting Eugene Butler Leadership Academies to talk to them about the solar eclipse and promoting JPL resources. We talked to them about student cards, Brainfuse, and Science in Context and did science experiments about surface tension as an example of what to do for science projects. These outreaches were made daily from August 14-18, 2017 and will continue on August 21-25." 

A Dark and Cloudy Day

For those who could not view the solar eclipse, August 21, 2017, Richard Lamb was thoughtful and sent these views, which he was able to get despite the cloudiness.  Per Google, the solar eclipse began at 1:16 pm, peaked at 2:47 pm (with a 92% coverage of the sun) and ends today at 4:11 pm. Many thought it would get much darker than we experienced.

This just in:  The City's James Croft forwarded some pics of the eclipse for our enjoyment, too, adding, "I hope all of your eyes are intact after that eclipse! If the cloud cover was too much for you to catch a glimpse, we posted a few photos on the City’s Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram – but they’re a little cloudy too." 

S'mores & Eclipse Top SOM Program

SOM held a Solar Oven S’mores program, August 18, 2017, in recognition of the solar eclipse. Christie Rogers reports, "We had 80 participants between the ages of 5 and 18. The children learned what a solar eclipse is and why it is important not to look at the sun. Then we made solar ovens using pizza boxes (thank you to Dominos and Al’s for providing the

boxes!), and went outside to test the ovens by making some s’mores. The result was the chocolate started melting immediately--the 90 degree heat probably helped--and the marshmallows needed more time to cook. At the end of the program, the 80 participants received eclipse glasses to view the eclipse, August 21."

Brentwood Prepares To Close For Renovation

NS/EB Manager Kathleen Krizek sent us a picture of Brentwood Branch Library staff and two SST VIP's (Charlene Adkins and Jill Haile) busy packing NS' collection, August 14, 2017, in preparation for NS getting its long overdue redo:

Aboive, L/R: Aquilla Stewart, Charlene Adkins, Linda Smith, Jill Haile, Diane Willman and Tammy Billings are busy packing Brentwood’s collection. Not pictured are David Stevenson, Milicia Thomas and Veronica Galman, who were packing elsewhere in the building.

Kathleen said, “Boxes are ready for storage and the workrooms have been emptied.

"Renovation, here we come!"

200 Backpacks For Students Given Out At NS

Kathleen Krizek, Manager of  NS and EB , volunteers and staff enjoyed a rewarding day at NS, August 11, 2107.  Kathleen said, “The Friends of the Brentwood Library sponsored the 4^th annual Back to School Bash at the library, August 11^th. Over 200 backpacks, filled with school supplies, were distributed. 

"JSO provided officers to block the street and JFRD had a fire truck and fire fighters on the scene. Food and activities were provided by the Friends, volunteers and library staff. Larry Roziers, former DCPS Executive Director, was the guest reader.

"Cranston Burney took many pictures, which are now in G:\Share\NS. 

"Pictured below, advertising those wonderful backpacks, are L/R: Main/Urban Region Manager Sara Roberts, unidentified person (if you know, email Sara Gunter); Sharon Coon, founder of Friends of Brentwood Library and longtime advocate for JPL; Jeanette Ali, Friends Board member; Joyce (last name unknown); Urban Librarian IV Stephanie Miller; and Acting Assistant Director, Facilities & Planning Michael Sullivan."

75 Learn About Eclipse At Kite Elementary Thanks to NW Staff

Library Associate Sheenae Nelson and YS Librarian Andy Gallegos visited Henry F. Kite Elementary, August 16, 2017, to do a Solar Eclipse program they completed the week prior at NW.  Andy said, "The students have been excited about the upcoming solar eclipse and Principal Biannca Hill thought this program would be a perfect opportunity to bring the library to the school. We learned a lot about solar eclipses and why the Great American Solar Eclipse is so significant. Then the students had fun while testing their knowledge of what the phases of the eclipse will look like. There were a total of 75 students and we all had a blast!"

Interim Director Giltrop Praised By Friends Of MH

Interim Director Jennifer Giltrop is flanked by Friends of Murray HIll: (L) Florence Rando and (R), Judy Klein; both are strong advocates for JPL.  

Everyone appreciates a kudo for a a job well done and JPL Interim Director Jennifer Giltrop shares this note of appreciation from a VIP for her presentation, August 11, 2017, to the City Finance Committee at City Hall.

Hi Jennifer,

Just wanted to let you know again what a great job you did advocating for our Jacksonville Library System at the Finance Committee meeting on library funding! The Friends of the Murray Hill Library are happy to stand with you along with all of the Friends groups in Jacksonville and push for increased funding for materials and hours.

Thanks,

Judy Klein 

KR SLP Winners

Isabel Moreno-Santiago, YS Librarian I, proudly announces, "We had some beautiful children, who were 2017 SLP prize winners at KR, collect their well earned loot recently. They are: Avery Brown - Guinness World Records 2017 Book; Ann Marie Wilkerson - Movie Night Goodies; Lilly Phillips (pictured with Newfoundland dogs, Diva and Tenor) - Fast Food Erasers and Pen; Claire Minnich - Dr. Seuss Book and Giraffe; and Luke Thompson (pictured) - Outdoor Fun pack."

Congrats To JPL Achievers

Tracy Pigott, JPL's Training and Development Manager, sent this picture of graduates from the NEFLIN Management Training Institute 2017, August 8. Interim Library Director Jennifer Giltrop and Tracy congratulate these graduates for their professional development accomplishments. JPL staff pictured include: Mia Clark, Alison McCarty, Stephanie Miller, Hongying Song and Raelyn Wiirre; (Shawn Norton, not pictured.) 

Tracy added, "Looking forward, we congratulate Shirdellah Groulx, who was chosen to participate in Year 14 of the Sunshine State Library Leadership Institute (SSLLI) which begins in early October."

All of us add our High Fives to you!

Tammy Crotts Retires After 24 Years At JPL

Many of us know Tammy Crotts, P/T Library Clerk at Main, whose last day, unfortunately for us, will be August 30, 2017. We express our appreciation for her many ways of helping us through the years and pray for happiness and the very best success for her in the future. 

  

                Tammy, above left, received a Job Well Done Award in November 2016. 

Tammy wanted to leave you a note:

Hi, Everyone,                                                                                                                                                             

I appreciate and have enjoyed working for the Jacksonville Public Library.  I am sad to let you know it’s time for me to go after 24 years. I first worked at Highlands Branch, then Tech Services, ILL and now at Main's Circulation/Dock. I hope I have touched everyone’s lives and made a difference. My 24 years have been fulfilling, fun, frustrating and hard work.

Now it’s time to leave; it’s time for a new adventure Tammy’s way because every day is a new adventure. I have good memories of my years with my friends at JPL and I’ll miss you all. 

With love, kindness and God’s Blessing,

Tamara (Tammy) Crotts

JPL Supporter and Friend

JPL: Tied For Gold & Platinum In Go365 Race

Some things bear repeating and if you missed Richard Mott's latest e-mail updates on Go365, you can get essentials here:

Richard created a new Go365 step challenge for JPL staff called I Survived Summer Learning; it started August 10, 2017, and lasts for a month.  Richard wants you to join him for some healthy competition. As he says, "Earn some Bucks. What’s not to like?

"You must be a Go365 member to participate. This challenge only works on a mobile device. If you haven’t already, download and install the Go365 App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Using the App, join the Survived Summer Learning Challenge. If tapping the link on the Challenge name doesn't work, copy and paste the following link into your smartphone's web browser. Note: this link will not work from a desktop computer: Survived Summer Learning

   

"JPL Rules Go365 Gold and Platinum! JPL is tied for the most employees in the top two Go365 levels, Gold and Platinum, of any department in the city. With 13 at GOLD and 7 at PLATINUM level, only the Sheriff’s Department (3,000 employees) matches JPL. 

"Congratulations to Jessica Serrano, Library Associate at CW, who crushed the competition in the Go365 city-wide “Summer Step Challenge. With 732,000 steps in one month (around 350 miles, I think), she had almost 100,000 steps more than her nearest competitor. 

"And congratulations to everyone else from JPL who participated. 

"Here’s the thing about reaching higher levels – you get these large Bucks bonuses – 1,500 for GOLD and 5,000 for PLATINUM -- PLUS, you know those random prize drawings they do for everyone who is in Go365? The higher the level you are the better the prize.