NCLPA Programs
at the NCLA Biennial Conference, October 6-9, 2009, Greenville, NC

Wednesday, Oct. 7

1:30 - 2:45 p.m.
Cataloging: Who Knew It Was Community Service
Presenters: Erin Stalberg and Laura Abraham
On March 23, a group of volunteers from the North Carolina State University Libraries went to the Joel Lane House, the oldest house in Raleigh, to "flash-mob" catalog their collection of 232 books using the website LibraryThing.

3:45 - 5:00 p.m.
Mascots Serving Your Library
Presenters: Angela McCauley, Harnett County Public Library; Malanie Holles, Stanley County Public Library; Gloria F. Sutton, Braswell Memorial Library
Mascot Variety Show with presenters from various libraries to enlighten you on how mascots service their library.

Thursday, October 8

9:00 - 10:15 a.m.
Support Staff Certification: Is it right for me?
Anna Marie Kehnast, LSSIRT "Member-at-Large" will be discussing ALA's new Library Support Staff Certification Program.

12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
NCLPA's Game Show Mania Luncheon with Bill Grimsley
Do you know trivia? Remember Fear Factor? A fun-filled luncheon and business meeting has been planned that includes a TV style game show with Bill Grimsley.

4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Secrets of the Trade: Magic Workshop with Bill Grimsley
This is a hands on program where you will learn the tricks of the trade. You will also get to take home a mini bag of tricks!

Friday, October 9

9:00 - 10:15 a.m.
The Sustainable Library: Lessons from Joyner Library's Green Task Force
In Summer 2008, staff at Joyner Library formed the Green Task Force. The group's mission is to research, propose, implement, and promote green education and sustainable environmental practices in the university library environment. This session will focus on organizing the group, developing a mission and goals, developing obtainable strategies, green projects, tools for communication, lessons learned, and suggestions for the future.