Are you attending the ILF Annual Conference this year? If so, LIS Indy and ILS Bloomington are co-hosting the Monday night evening activity, 80’s Themed Trivia Night and Alumni Reception.

If you have registered for the ILF Conference your admission to the reception is included in the registration. If you are not attending the ILF Annual Conference but would like to attend the Monday Night reception, you can purchase a ticket for $45 (a portion of ticket cost will go towards the Wilma Moore Gibbs Scholarship). More information can be found on the link below.

ILF Flyer Reception Flyer Revised #5

When: Monday, November 18th, 2024   7:30-10:00 pm

Crowne Plaza Union Station, Grand Hall

Click here to purchase tickets (if you are not already attending the ILF Conference)

Click here to register your RSVP (if you are attending ILF and would like to attend this event too)

Questions? Please email Peter Mikolaitis or Angie Harmon

CHICAGO – The American Library Association Publishing Committee provides a grant of up to $5,000 for the preparation of print or electronic reading lists, indexes or other guides to library resources that promote reading or the use of library resources at any type of library.

Funded projects have ranged from “A Resource Guide about Disabilities, Disability Theory, and Assistive Technologies” to “A Bibliography for Queer Teens” to “Graphic Novels & the Humanity of Mental Illness” to “Web Accessibility Resources for Libraries”.

Applications must be received by November 1, 2024. Recipients will be notified by the end of February 2025.

For more information and guidelines, visit http://www.ala.org/offices/publishing/sundry/alapubawrds/carnegiewhitney or contact Mary Jo Bolduc, Grant Administrator, American Library Association at mbolduc@ala.org.

READCON: A Curriculum for Library Readiness, Advocacy, and Community Empowerment During Challenging Conditions
https://readcon.info/ 

“READCON curriculum equips library workers with skills to develop relationships with community groups. These include fostering constructive dialogue, de-escalating tense situations, engaging with stakeholders and community leaders, and developing positive messaging and communication in times of crisis.”

You can just read it/use it, or you can use & and give feedback!

A curriculum for youth is also available: https://readcon.info/pro-literacy-youth/

And parents/community members: https://www.getreadystayready.info/home

No log in required, no identifying info collected.

Are you passionate about fostering a love of reading and learning in young minds? Our busy Georgetown branch, located in the outdoor shopping center, Georgetown Square, is seeking a dynamic Children’s & Teens Senior Librarian to inspire the next generation of readers! In this exciting role, you’ll provide a diverse range of professional librarian services that support youth readers, including personalized advisory, reference assistance, and the creation of engaging programs and activities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and teens, we want to hear from you!

Click here for full job description.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, and will be required to work a mix of day, evening, and Saturday hours.

Requirements

1. Master’s Degree in Library Science
2. One (1) year of library operations experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience
3. State of Indiana Public Librarian Certification
4. Valid Driver’s License

Compensation & Benefits

1. Compensation starts at $46,269 per year and up based on previous related and comparable experience.
2. Comprehensive benefits package – including medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability insurance from your FIRST day of employment!
3. Two (2) weeks of cumulative sick leave
4. Four (4) weeks of vacation leave
5. Ten (10) paid holidays
6. Two (2) personal days each year
7. Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
8. ACPL pays 14.2% into PERF retirement fund
9. Deferred compensation plan (457b)
10. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
11. Variety of voluntary insurance plans
12. Wellness bonus opportunity (up to $520 each year!)
13. Gym membership reimbursement opportunity (up to $510 each year!)

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Fort Wayne is a fantastic city to live, work and play in. Learn more about our growing city: https://www.visitfortwayne.com/