Featuring Instructional Presentations
Hands-on Computer Training
Workshops
Panel Discussions and More!

MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2008

8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
• REGISTRATION AND COFFEE –

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
• WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

Jane Cleland - Mystery Author

MORNING PRESENTATIONS

10:30 - 12:00 noon

A. "Focused Thinking"
Focused Thinking helps individuals obtain the mental edge necessary to increase their ability to remain focused, keep control in challenging environments, and direct their thinking towards achieving their goals.
Presenter: Dawn M. Antonis, Consultant, CAM Consulting Group LLC

B. “Resolving Conflict”
This seminar deals with the ways managers and employees resolve, or fail to resolve, conflict in the workplace. Topics include reasons for conflict, refereeing in conflict, conflict intervention and prevention and analyzing conflict management styles.
Presenter: Jessie Phillips, NJ Dept. of Labor and Workforce

C. “The Diversity Exchange: A Knowledge Database to Further Diversity & Inclusion in the Library”
This workshop will consist of a discussion and demonstration of a new diversity knowledge database. The online database has 3 main features: browse, search and add programs. Staff can browse for successful programs and learn how to implement them into their communities.
Presenters: Susan Quinn, Gigi Hayes, Sabrina LaSpata, Valerie Bell, Ocean County Library

D. “Status Discrimination: How to Deal with Librarians Negative Attitude Towards Staff”
This program will examine an all too common experience in the work place, the tendency of
librarians to discriminate against staff. The roots of the problem will be discussed. Strategies
for combating “class status discrimination”.
Presenters: Dr. Jane McGinn and Dr. Howard McGinn, Seton Hall University

E. “Ready Reference for Para Professionals”- Limit 20 people
This workshop will be a combination of discussion and hands on practice. Participants will learn
about what ready reference is, how to conduct a reference interview ( critical to providing service at
any level), and how to manage one’s online workspace effectively and efficiently.
Presenter: Eric Zino, Palinet

F. “ Dress For Success”
Professional Outlook- Taking a look at YOU from the inside out. Does what YOU wear encourage and support who YOU are? Our goal is for you to look your best for every occasion.
Presenter: Zarita Mattox, Lakewood Branch, Ocean County Library

12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. Lunch

AFTERNOON PRESENTATIONS

1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

G. “Advocacy on the Front Lines”
Learn all about advocacy and why YOU should advocate for libraries. Find out about major issues facing New Jersey Libraries, and how you can become an ambassador for your library by learning effective advocacy techniques.
Presenters: Joan Bernstein, Mount Laurel Public Library & Fran Kaufman, County College of Morris

H. “Joy of Stress”
Stress is an individual reaction; it can be fantastic or it can be fatal! In this workshop you will learn how you can use humor to break the negative and some times irrational thought patterns that cause stress and reframe them into positive powerful and productive tools for change.
Presenter: Deborah Blackwell, Brick Branch, Ocean County Library

I. “Wildlife Your Other Life”
Join Dr. Hunt as she takes you through her travels to Africa with the cheetahs.
Presenter: Dr. Judith Lin Hunt, Montclair State University

J. “Nefarious New Jersey: Garden State Mystery Authors”
New Jersey is home to some of the best crime fiction in the country. From The Sopranos to Janet Evonovich, what is it about the Garden State that makes it such a fertile playing field for writers’ imaginations. Join award winning mystery authors Chris Grabenstein, Jeffrey Cohen, and Jack Getze for a lively discussion of what make New Jersey and Mystery Perfect Together
Presenters: Chris Grabenstein moderator, Jeffrey Cohen, and Jack Getze

K. “Google Reprised”
This is a sequel to the Google Beyond the Basics class. Take your knowledge of the Google search engine to the next level.
Presenter: Diana Bitting, Palinet

L. “True Colors”
Unleash your True Colors and you will see immediate results in better communication, more harmonious relationships, and stronger work teams. People of all ages, backgrounds and occupations can benefit from the concepts revealed by the True Colors program.
Presenter: Justine Dambroski, Toms River Branch Ocean County Library

TUESDAY JUNE 10, 2008

8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
• REGISTRATION AND COFFEE -

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
• WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

Norma Blake - New Jersey State Librarian
Library Journal Librarian of the Year 2008

MORNING PRESENTATIONS

10:30 - 12:00 noon
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M. “Customer Service: A Bridge to Satisfaction”
This high energy, interactive seminar is designed to help front line employees as well as supervisors and managers understand their responsibilities to the most important person defining the mission of their organization- the Customer!
Presenter: Jessie Phillips, NJ Dept. of Labor and Workforce Development


N. “ Not Your Parent’s Comic Book”
Discover or rediscover this increasing popular genre. Presenters will help you explore this combination of art and literature. Be adventurous try something new!
Presenters: Janet Rosolanko, Hillsborough Branch & Chris Murray, Bridgewater Branch, Somerset County Library


O. “ Power Point Basics" (Limit 20 people)
Learn how to make your presentations exciting and interesting with Power Point Basics
Presenter: Steve Garwood, Rutgers School of Information and Library Sciences

P. “ Model Book Café”
Read any good books lately? This program is a book discussion with a twist- rather than focus on a single title, participants talk about books they’ve recently read and enjoyed. In addition to the joy of talking about books there will be lots of ideas for starting book cafes in your branch including facilitation, display, publicity, and literacy gaming.
Presenter: Peggy Scarano, Barnegat Branch Ocean County Library

Q. “Laughing Out Loud”
Want to lighten up your mood and try something new? Be ready to let out your inner child. We use forced laughter for mirth, merriment, and stress relief. Bring water and comfortable shoes a must- no flip flops, high heels, clogs etc.
Presenter: Sandi Stark, Manchester Branch, Ocean County Library


R. “Kids & Crafts: Program Planning for the Crafty & the Craft Challenged” (limit 25 people)
An introduction to library craft programming for children. Participants will learn the basics involved in planning, implementing and evaluating a pre-school story and craft program. You will also get some tips and ideas for a successful craft event for school age children. We will explore some useful resources and even put together a few simple craft projects!
Presenter: Freda Lehman, Jackson Branch Ocean County Library

12:00 noon – 1:15 p.m. Lunch

1:20 – 1:50 p.m.

Association Meeting

All Attendees Welcome

(Voting by Members Only)

AFTERNOON PRESENTATIONS

2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

S. “Press Release Writing 101”
Don’t know a lede from a boiler plate, but need to write a press release? Then this is the presentation for you. Nancy Dowd, Director of Marketing will share the secrets of how to write a professional press release and media alert. Learn how an inverted pyramid and short cuts that can make your job easier. You’ll even learn about basic AP styles that will have reporters thinking you are a real pro.
Presenter: Nancy Dowd, Director of marketing of the New Jersey State Library

T. “Power Point Basics” (limit 20 people)
Learn how to make your presentations exciting and interesting with Power Point Basics
Presenter: Steve Garwood, Rutgers School of Information and Library Sciences

U. “Civil Service”
Overview of the Civil Service Practices.
Presenter: Annemarie Nostrand, State of NJ Department. of Personnel

V. “Sensitivity to Older Adults”
Returning for a second time! Join in on this fun, experiential training. Gain insight and develop sensitivity for your older library users who are gradually losing their life-long skills and independence.
Presenter: Sandi Stark, Manchester Branch Ocean County Library

W. “Learn About the Library for the Blind and Handicapped”
Find out about the Library for the Blind and Handicapped services. Learn how to set up a demonstration collection in your library and how a librarian can certify an application for your own customer to join the NJ Library for the Blind and Handicapped.
Presenter: Anne McArthur, The New Jersey Library for the Blind and Handicapped

X. "2.0 Technology"
Blogs, RSS & Wikis?! Oh My! Do these buzz words have your head spinning? Don't know your facebook from your My Space? What makes these things "2.0" and what does it mean anyway? Come get a clue train at this informative program with Amy J. Kearns. You will leave with an understanding of why 2.0 is everywhere and what it can do for you. Presenter: Amy J. Kearns, MLIS, Program Coordinator for the Central Jersey Regional Library Cooperative