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May 21, 2018 120 × 165 An Overdue Discussion

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Nancy Coleman writes: “Public library cardholders in New York City will no longer have access to tens of thousands of movies through Kanopy as of July 1, when the New York, Brooklyn, and Queens public libraries end their partnerships with the streaming service because of the cost, the libraries said Monday. The San Francisco-based platform, which notified library cardholders by email on Monday, offers well-known feature films, like Lady Bird and Moonlight, as well as classic movies, documentaries, and foreign-language films not always available on other services.”

New York Times, June 24
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David Canfield writes: “Read With Jenna is but the latest literary recommendation operation launched by a major public figure —see everyone from Reese Witherspoon and Oprah Winfrey to Emma Watson and Sarah Jessica Parker—and, collectively, these celeb-led groups have transformed the publishing industry in a crucial moment, spotlighting distinctive titles for large fan bases amid the distractions of Netflix and social media and our ongoing political nightmare. But Hager is demonstrating an individual power not seen since Oprah’s glory days.”

Entertainment Weekly, June 24
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The American Association of School Librarians announced its 2019 Best Apps and Best Websites for Teaching and Learning at the ALA Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., on June 22. The annual lists honor apps and websites that enhance learning and curriculum development for school librarians and their teacher collaborators. Recognized apps and websites foster innovation, creativity, active participation, and collaboration. They were also evaluated for their support of AASL’s “National School Library Standards for Learners, School Librarians, and School Libraries.”

AL: The Scoop, June 22
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Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot vowed June 24 to find the money to establish Sunday hours at the city’s 77 branch libraries despite grappling with a budget shortfall she claims is “north of $700 million.” “We’re gonna provide more resources so that our libraries can continue to grow. So that we can expand our hours because it’s important for us to be present and visible for our residents and the libraries are really ground zero for what’s good about Chicago,” Lightfoot said after unveiling the “Summer of Learning” program at the McKinley Park branch.

Chicago Sun-Times, June 24
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Valerie Byrd Fort writes: “Now that we are in the middle of ALA Annual Conference, you might find yourself feeling a little tired. The excitement of getting here is over. You have spent at least one full day learning, meeting people, attending social events, and walking the Exhibit Hall while lugging around heavy bags of books. Today, you might start to feel conference burnout and you might be tempted to hide out in your hotel room. Don’t do it! There is still much to enjoy. But, if you find yourself feeling less than excited for another full day—here are some tips to get you through the rest of conference.”

ALSC Blog, June 23
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OverDrive Education has been selected by AASL President Kathryn Roots Lewis as a 2019 recipient of the AASL Crystal Apple. The Crystal Apple honor is given at the discretion of the AASL president to an individual or group that has had a significant impact on school libraries and students. OverDrive Education’s generous support enabled AASL to launch a two-year initiative to engage with an audience vital to the success of school librarian advocacy: school administrators.

AASL, June 21
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Marina “Marney” Welmers, retired middle school librarian, has been selected as a 2019 recipient of the Crystal Apple by AASL President Kathryn Roots Lewis. The Crystal Apple honor is given at the discretion of the AASL president to an individual or group that has had a significant impact on school libraries and students. Since 2016, Welmers has sponsored the Inspire Collection Development and Inspire Special Events Grants that provide funds for school libraries to extend, update, and diversify their collections.

AASL, June 21

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