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It's almost conference time!
The 2022 Saskatchewan Libraries Conference is just a few days away, running May 4-6 at the Hotel Saskatchewan in Regina. We can't wait to see everyone in person again!
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COVID-19 Safety Measures
To keep our attendees safe and comfortable, masking is strongly recommended at the conference. Each person will also receive colourful dots to place on their name tag, indicating their comfort level with in-person interactions:
RED: I'm maintaining social distancing right now.
YELLOW: Avoiding physical contact, but happy to chat.
GREEN: Open to handshakes and high fives.
Second Chance Lottery
Don't forget to pack your unredeemed Saskatchewan lottery tickets! Write your name, address and phone number on the tickets, then enter them in the draw box at the registration desk. You could win brand new lottery tickets!
This draw is sponsored by the SLA Board of Directors.
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Check Out the Exhibitor Hall
The Exhibitor Hall will be open Thursday, May 5 from 9am to 4pm, followed by our Exhibitor Social from 4pm to 5pm. Fill out a "Passport to Prizes" throughout the day by talking to exhibitors and getting them to sign your card. Return your completed passport to the Exhibitor Hall by 4pm for a chance to win some amazing prizes! Winners will be announced during the social.
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Our exhibitors are:
- Whitehots Inc.
- University of Regina Press
- ProQuest
- Library Bound Inc.
- OverDrive
- Britannica / Canadian e-Resource Solutions Inc.
- EBSCO Information Services
- SaskBooks
- Schoolhouse Productions Inc.
- Provincial Library and Literacy Office
- Saskatchewan Council for Archives and Archivists
- St. John Ambulance
- Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation
- Office of the Treaty Commissioner
- Saskatchewan Writers' Guild
- United Library Services
- Publications Saskatchewan
- Shadowpaw Press
- Gale Cengage Learning
Thank you to all of our exhibitors! This conference would not be possible without their generous support.
For the full conference schedule or more information about our exciting speakers, sessions, and exhibitors, visit saskla.ca/programs/conference.
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Keynote Speaker Now Virtual
Tomson Highway, our conference keynote speaker, will now be giving his presentation virtually due to unforeseen circumstances. The presentation will still be held in the Ballroom of the Hotel Saskatchewan on May 5 at 9:30am; however, Mr. Highway will be giving his talk via Zoom instead of being in-person.
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Congratulations to our Award Winners! | |
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Mary Donaldson Award of Merit
This year's recipient is Katrina Matt. Matt is currently taking the Library Technician diploma at Saskatchewan Polytechnic and working as a Circulation Associate at the Saskatoon Public Library.
This award is given annually to a student who is enrolled in or graduating from a Library and Information Technology program offered in Saskatchewan.
SLA Frances Morrison Award
This year’s recipient is Jan Smith, who has served as the Director of Palliser Regional Library since 2001. Jan’s passion for Saskatchewan’s library system has touched every corner of the province and her enterprising nature and passion for community partnerships have brought in new partnerships and additional grant funding.
The SLA Frances Morrison Award honours outstanding service to libraries given in the name of one of Saskatchewan’s exceptional librarians, Frances Morrison. It can be awarded to an individual, institution or group, and is not restricted to SLA members or professional librarians.
SLA Distinguished Service Award
This award is being given to The Willow Awards (Saskatchewan Young Readers’ Choice Awards Inc.), which has been contributing to Saskatchewan libraries and youth literacy since its inception, and is now celebrating its 20th anniversary.
When a group or organization is identified as having contributed significantly to literacy, life-long learning and fostering a love of reading in Saskatchewan, SLA recognizes that contribution with this award on behalf of the province’s library community.
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Banned Book Keychains
Meadow Lake Library got creative for Freedom to Read week this year! Under the guidance of Tawn Marshall, 40 people participated in making their own banned book keychain.
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The supplies were sent to participants in small take-home packages with an instruction sheet. Using some Mod Podge glue, a pair of pliers, a keychain, and a tiny printed cover of a banned or challenged book, each person made their own keychain. Freedom to Read Week took place from Feb. 20-26, 2022.
Interested in making your own banned book keychain? Click here to see the instruction sheet!
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The Next SLA Lunch Speaker Series is May 16
Please plan to join us for the next session of the 2022 Speaker Series on May 16, 2022 at 12pm for a panel discussion titled “What Can SLA Do for You and Your Library?”
This panel will discuss how SLA advances libraries in Saskatchewan. In just 45 minutes, the three panelists will cover how SLA advocates for the province's libraries, how being involved with SLA can provide Board experience and career-enhancing skills, an overview of the grants and bursaries available to SLA members, opportunities provided by the annual Saskatchewan Libraries Conference, and more! The discussion will be followed by a time for Q&A.
Click here to register for the session.
2022 SLA Children’s Summer Performer Tours
SLA is offering 10 grants of up to $300 for member libraries to hire performers or storytellers to offer children’s summer programming. In the event where a library is not able to hire a performer, the grant may be used together with the 2021 summer performer videos created by SLA. These videos are available on the SLA website and can be shared on social media or shown in-person in libraries.
Successful grant recipients can use funds to hire entertainers, purchase supplies, publicize the event, or buy prizes or treats.
Applications MUST BE RECEIVED by June 6, 2022 to be considered. Click here for the 2022 grant application or more information.
Saskatchewan Library Week 2022
Do you have a theme suggestion for Saskatchewan Library Week (October 16 – 22, 2022)?SLA is looking for a short, meaningful expression to be used on posters, advertisements and social media. It may also be used in the 2023 conference materials. The successful idea will win an Indigo gift card!
Please send your suggestions to Leslie Charlton, SLA Acting Program Coordinator, at slacomm@sasktel.net by May 31st.
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SLA Seeking SaskBooks Representative
SLA is looking for a new SaskBooks representative. This person would be an SLA member who is willing to sit on the SaskBooks Board of Directors and send back periodic reports to the SLA. If you are interested in this role or want to learn more about it, please contact Dorothea Warren at slaexdir@sasktel.net.
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Nominations Open for 2022 Saskatchewan Arts Awards
Do you know an exceptional artist, organization, leader or educator? Nominate them for a 2022 Saskatchewan Arts Award!
Presented by SK Arts, the Saskatchewan Arts Awards celebrates the achievements of individuals, groups and organizations in all arts disciplines. Awards are given in six categories, with each recipient receiving cash prize and a limited edition award by Saskatchewan artist Marie Lannoo.
To see the list of awards available or to submit a nomination, visit the SK Arts website. The nomination deadline is May 31, 2022. The 2022 Saskatchewan Arts Awards will be held on Oct. 24, 2022 at the Remai Arts Centre in Saskatoon.
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One-day Conference Opportunity
The RA in a Day is a national conference being held virtually on May 9 from 10am to 3pm CST. This conference brings some of the best readers’ advisory advocates together to share their knowledge and expertise on meeting the needs of readers. During the day, participants will learn about the latest RA trends and look at how to best serve those who visit our libraries every day, either in person or virtually.
Click here to register or for more information.
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TD Summer Reading Club Update
Library members are encouraged to open their registration for this year's TD Summer Reading Club on any day of their choice from June 13-27, 2022. The kids' website will launch on June 13.
What can your library do to prepare? Click here to read more!
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Virtual Alberta Libraries Conference
Alberta's library systems are putting on a virtual conference October 6-7, 2022, and they are seeking submissions from presenters! The conference is titled Stronger Together and the planning committee is seeking sessions around the themes of advocacy, leadership, freedom of information, access and diversity, core competencies, and technology.
Proposals are being accepted for 45-minute virtual conference sessions and asynchronous poster presentations. Submissions must be in by May 10.
To learn more about the conference or submit your proposal, visit the Stronger Together website.
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The Willow Awards Hosting Online Gala
The 2022 SaskEnergy Willow Awards Gala will be held virtually on June 1, 2022 at 11:00am, hosted by Regina Public Library. Teachers and librarians are invited to register to attend the event, where the winners of the Shining, Diamond, and Snow Willow Awards will be announced.
Learn more about the gala in The Willow Awards' May update.
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Museums Association of Saskatchewan
The Museums Association of Saskatchewan (MAS) is hosting its 2022 Annual General Meeting and Member Forum on Friday, June 10, 2022 in Estevan, SK. The Member Forum will take place at 10:45am with the AGM immediately to follow.
The meeting is being held at The Days Inn by Wyndham, located at 1305 9th St. in Estevan. This event is free to attend and is open to everyone; however, only MAS members can vote.
Click here to register in advance.
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CFLA Copyright Committee Update
Christina Winter has submitted an update from the CFLA Copyright Committee. Click here to read the update.
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Phone: 306-780-9413 or 306-780-9409
Fax: 306-780-3633
SLA reserves the right to change or edit any submission or to refuse publication in its entirety.
The deadline for receipt of submissions for SLAte is the 25th of each month.
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Everyone, Including Culture, Wins When You Buy Lottery Tickets
The core funding that SLA receives through SaskCulture is part of the Lottery Trust where a percentage of every lottery ticket sold goes to support sport, culture and recreation groups within Saskatchewan. It appears that recent lottery sales are not meeting expectations, which will not have an immediate effect on SLA. However we encourage you to remind audiences and arts council members that buying lottery tickets benefits the entire community. Saskatchewan Lotteries has also launched an app that you can download in the App Store or Google Play. More information is available on the Saskatchewan Lotteries website.
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The Saskatchewan Library Association gratefully acknowledges the support of our funding agencies. | | | | | |
