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Nicolet Federated Library System
Nic News Weekly
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
The NFLS staff would like to wish everyone a Rockin' Christmas holiday!
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What's News

Join the Recollection Wisconsin Steering Committee

 

The Recollection Wisconsin Steering Committee is seeking nominations to fill three vacant seats. The Committee of librarians, archivists, curators, educators, and other digital practitioners helps shape the priorities and future directions of the Recollection Wisconsin statewide digital consortium.

Candidates who contribute to the diversity of perspectives and content in Recollection Wisconsin are strongly encouraged to submit nominations.

Read more about the opportunity and submit your nomination by December 31st. Contact Recollection Wisconsin at info@recollectionwisconsin.org with any questions.

WLA 2020 Winter Newsletter


The WLA 2020 Newsletter was just released.

If you don't currently subscribe, you can click here to view it online.

PS - don't forget that you can submit news, ideas, updates, and stories for the 2021 Spring WLA Newsletter.

All you need to do is email editor Colleen Hallfrisch at hallfrischc@uwosh.edu by Friday, February 12, 2021.

Programming & Resources

Beanstack: Countdown to #WinterRead2021


With nearly 2,000 participating schools and libraries, Beanstack is poised to have the most amazing January ever with #WinterRead2021! If you haven't already, check out the Winter Reading Launch Toolkit here. In case you missed it (ICYMI), here is the link to the session on "5 Steps to a Successful Winter Reading Challenge." 

Remember to use #BooksLikeUs and #WinterRead2021 and to tag Beanstack in your posts.

Fun Aviation Opportunities for WI Youth


From the YSS Blog:

As we head into the holiday season, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Bureau of Aeronautics and partner organizations would like to invite Wisconsin educators, students, and families to participate in the following upcoming activities.  
  • Aviation Art Contest – Call for entries
    • Looking for something fun to do over the holiday break? How about creating an art piece for WisDOT’s aviation art contest? Youth ages 6-17 are invited to participate in WisDOT’s annual Aviation Art Contest. The top three entries in each age group will advance to the national contest and receive a $25 gift card (with prizes sponsored by Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium and the Wisconsin chapters of Women in Aviation International).
    • The deadline to post entries is Tuesday, January 19, 2021. More information is available on the WisDOT Art Contest webpage: http://wisconsindot.gov/artcontest  
  • Special Virtual Movie Screening – “Fly Like a Girl” (January 23rd)
    • Join the Wisconsin chapters of Women in Aviation International for a free virtual screening of the new documentary “Fly Like a Girl,” featuring accomplished female aviators, as well as a live Q/A and prizes with Wisconsin aviators afterward.
    • A special guest will soon be announced, and registration link posted, on the event webpage: https://www.facebook.com/events/3777633092270015

Feel free to reach out to Meredith Alt, Wisconsin Department of Transportation/DTIM/Aeronautics, with any questions at 608-266-8166 or Meredithl.alt@DOT.wi.gov.


Upping Your Virtual Programming Game


From the Wisconsin Valley Library Service:

Virtual programming in the library has become the norm in 2020. Marge shares tips, tricks and resources to help you up your programming game.
This webinar will explore:
  • tips on purposeful virtual program planning
  • realistic expectations on what success means in the time of COVID
  • suggestions for content and marketing options 
  • online presentation strategies for virtual programs

View it here: https://youtu.be/-gDwWMJ7fcI. There is also a Resource List included. 

This webinar is worth 1 contact hour for public library certification. 

Upcoming CE, Deadlines & Celebrations

Remember to visit the NEWI website for the latest CE opportunities.

Video Production: Tools, Tips and Tricks
December 30

Recollection Wisconsin Steering Committee Nominations Due
December 31

#BooksLikeUs #WinterRead2021 Reading Challenge
January 1-31

Evaluating Virtual Programs and Events
January 6

WPLC Library Staff Survey Due
January 8

Media Literacy for Adults: Meeting Patrons Where They Are
January 12

Proactive Advocacy and Communication for Library Trustees and Staff
January 13

Resolving Liberal vs. Conservative Conflict in the Workplace: Lessons from the Rwandan Genocide
January 14

Big Programming Ideas for Small Budgets
January 14

WisDOT Art Contest Entries Due
January 19

Compassion Resilience Facilitator Training (4 part series)
January 20, 21; February 8, 10

"Fly Like a Girl" Virtual Movie Screening
January 23

ALA 2021 Midwinter Meeting
January 22-26

Wild Wisconsin Winter Web Conference
January 27-28, 2021

Resources for Wellbeing: Toolkit Tour for Rural & Small Libraries
February 5

Successful Programs for Youth, This Summer & Year-Round
February 5

Media Literacy for Adults: Misinformation and Disinformation 
February 10

2021 Library Legislative Day
February 16-18, 2021

Envisioning Future Library Experiences: Service Design Techniques for Responsive Libraries
February 18

WiLSWorld Shorts: Communication During a Crisis
February 19

Power Up 2021 Conference
March 25-26, 2021 (Madison)

Nancy Drew 90th Anniversary Celebration
April 28

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