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2:40-3:25 Moderated Roundtable Sessions
Breakout Room 2: Serving the Older Population

From Jen Sulligan SCLSNJ to Everyone 02:40 PM
Yay, Allan!
From Allan M. Kleiman to Everyone 02:41 PM
Greetings everyone
Guidelines for library services for a 60+
Keys to engaging older adults at Your Library
From Me to Everyone 02:43 PM
Serving the Older Population Padlet: https://padlet.com/ce305/awo78myk31kkllcu
From Natalie Webber to Everyone 02:46 PM
I apologize for not having microphone engaged- But I would like to discuss ideas for technology training for Seniors. Do they want that? We do not offer that at this time.
From Danielle Cesena to Everyone 02:48 PM
We have a large senior population. We offer a large social program each month. We get 100 people or more
I’m concerned with technology. This population needs our tech services but needs a great deal of assistance.
From Pat Massey to Everyone 02:49 PM
Tech training could be great as well a delivery service for those who can’t get to the library.
From Danielle Cesena to Everyone 02:50 PM
I’m going to start with tech one-on-one in December.
Me to Danielle Cesena (Direct Message) 02:51 PM
Danielle, which library are you with? Do you mind if I add your thoughts to our Padlet?
From Danielle Cesena to Me (Direct Message) 02:51 PM
I’m in Livingston.
From Nathalie Levine to Everyone 02:51 PM
I wonder if  anyone has had success collaborating with Youth Services departments on this. Especially in Asian communities, many elders are caregivers for young children and may come to the library with the kids, but only use kids’ resources.
Me to Danielle Cesena (Direct Message) 02:51 PM
Thank you!
From Danielle Cesena to Me (Direct Message) 02:52 PM
I can talk just not be seen
From Teresa Carlton/GCLS Swedesboro Library to Everyone 02:52 PM
I could be incorrect, but I've heard that libraries are different in some places like Mexico - and that that population doesn't realize that our libraries are FREE and offer so many services.
From Maira Diaz to Everyone 03:00 PM
Great ideas Shazia. Thank you!
From Sonja Vloeberghs to Everyone 03:06 PM
We sell reading glasses at Princeton Public Library and I'd like to consider circulating them for in-house use.
Regarding libraries in other countries - I agree! I come from Belgium and I see libraries in the US more like community and cultural centers -- with books.
From Natalie Webber to Everyone 03:11 PM
I would like to see Senior driven, Senior wanted technology training. It seems most of our offerings are not really what they are wanting.
From Pat Massey to Everyone 03:13 PM
But if many seniors don’t use senior centers or even think of themselves as seniors, how do you reach them?
From Jen Sulligan SCLSNJ to Everyone 03:14 PM
Outreach: My dad enjoys senior walks organized by Hunterdon County Parks Dept at their various nature areas. So obviously, this is for active seniors, who tend to be "new" seniors. Libraries partnering for something like that is a great opportunity to promote the library and its services.
From Me to Everyone 03:15 PM
New Jersey Advocates for Aging Well - https://www.njaaw.org/
From Maira Diaz to Everyone 03:15 PM
How about asking the Seniors in our community to be part of offering programs at our library. Some of our program presenters are technically retired seniors but they don't see themselves as Seniors.
From Jen Sulligan SCLSNJ to Everyone 03:19 PM
Yes!
Adult Services needs to become more of a spectrum.
From Maira Diaz to Everyone 03:22 PM
Allan, thank you this was very helpful!
From elizabete to Everyone 03:22 PM
Thank you!
From Shazia Zaman to Everyone 03:22 PM
Thank you Allan
From Jen Sulligan SCLSNJ to Everyone 03:22 PM
Great job, Allan! Much appreciated.
From Danielle Cesena to Everyone 03:23 PM
Great job
From Pat Massey to Everyone 03:23 PM
Great discussion
From Carol Ehret to Everyone 03:23 PM
Thank you

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Smore virtual bulletin boards around Diversity and Equity

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Smore virtual bulletin boards around Diversity and Equity

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https://www.smore.com/ga8st-hispanic-heritage-month, https://www.smore.com/7ve3f-pride-month, https://www.smore.com/6chv4-women-s-history-month, https://www.smore.com/r40za-celebrate-black-history-month

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As municipality/ governing/social services are moving to more technology driven service models people fall through the cracks of the digital divide, putting pressure on library workers and emphasizing the needs of full time social workers in libraries.

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The effects of 'gutting' reference departments 

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The effects of 'gutting' reference departments 

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People expressed concern regarding cuts to reference/ professional information services.

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Partnering with other community groups for services

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Partnering with other community groups for services

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Sometimes it takes physically going out into the community to make partnerships happen that will benefit library users. It would be beneficial for libraries to invest in become more mobile.

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In, Out, & In-Between: Supporting & Representing LGBTQ+ Teens in Libraries

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In, Out, & In-Between: Supporting & Representing LGBTQ+ Teens in Libraries

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LibraryLinkNJ, The New Jersey Library Cooperative

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In, Out, & In Between Supporting & Representing LGBTQ+ Teens in Libraries

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Wrap around services can be extremely helpful for individuals on the spectrum of experiencing homelessness.

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People expressed libraries taking on extra responsibilities and tasks as other gov't services were (and in some cases are still) closed during the pandemic.

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Great Trans Author Panel - more accessible than the title makes it sound!

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Great Trans Author Panel - more accessible than the title makes it sound!

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCF4aX0wx8k

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Disrupting Literary Hegemony: Trans and Nonbinary Author Spotlight

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ESL and Citizenship Preparation – Pronunciator – Learn 164 languages for free through your library, university or state.

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Pronunciator’s American English course is the most comprehensive in the world, with over 50,000 instructional phrases (and 10,000 instructional videos). Having this much didactic content means that Pronunciator can create highly robust personalized courses for you, targeted to your personal interest…

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ESL and Citizenship Preparation

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We paid for staff to attend this asynchronous LGBTQ training resource. It was great!

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Heck. Yes. Our curricula, activities, and resources are all uncopyrighted, and reasons like this are WHY THAT IS SO EXCITING FOR US. So you have our permission 100%.

Here's one word of caution: people often think they need to customize our Foundational Curriculum for a ton of reasons (their group is more "advanced," or older, or younger, or more rural, or more urban, etc.), and we've found that people often overestimate how much tailoring is needed. If you have the ability, put a small pilot group together of your population and try the curriculum on them before you start customizing things. It might just work - or it might not work, but not in the ways you were expecting.

Oh! And tell us about it. This isn't required, but we love hearing about the different ways people are putting the curricula to use.

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The Safe Zone Project: Free LGBTQ+ Curriculum, Activities, & Resources!

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The Safe Zone Project is a free online resource for creating powerful, effective LGBTQ+ awareness and ally training workshops. Download our free, ready-to-rock 2-hour curriculum to get started!

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What changes can you make personally to support an inclusive library culture?   How can you incorporate more self awareness into your daily work?

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What changes can you make personally to support an inclusive library culture?   How can you incorporate more self awareness into your daily work?

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"let us know if you need help finding books like this (these), or any other resources." ??

Comprehensive training for all staff (ongoing)

State resource: Garden State Equality

youth notice a rainbow button as a cue that you are a safer person whom they can ask for their information and reading needs-- decals on your sneezeguard!

All are welcome signs:
https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/childrens-pride-on-every-page#smedia

Make sure that if you have a sign, all the staff working there *are* safe people to talk to -- maybe on name tags instead?
Also pronouns on name tags

working on being more self aware, and how you interact with all patrons

role-playing exercise with common scenarios

using gender-neutral language in all communications

?a speaker to discuss pronouns and gender neutral language? if anyone knows one? Maybe reach out to Phil. transgender institute https://www.transgendertraininginstitute.com/

Garden State Equality had them here for an LGBTQ 101 program and I highly recommend it.

Looking for program resources for programs for people outside the LGBTQ community-- like "my kid's friend/my relative/my friend is coming out and I need more info"

We paid for staff to attend this asynchronous LGBTQ training. It was great

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How to help the staff be more sensitive/comfortable with LGBTQ+ information needs?

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How to help the staff be more sensitive/comfortable with LGBTQ+ information needs?

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Maybe we shouldn't comment or have a facial expression on what people check out at all?

Stressing a commitment to diversity

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Training: What would help us better serve the older population?

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Training: What would help us better serve the older population?

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paper bags for holds & taking home

Not always good to comment on the book when someone is checking it out-- don't announce the title, wait for patron to comment first

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Communicating inclusively about teen resources

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Communicating inclusively about teen resources

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batch recommendations-- reader's advisory-- they can leave them behind if they don't want them.
just putting them out (DON'T Label LGBTQ+) and just having them there
Booklists & online booklists
catalog tags?
displays
encourage kids to read in the library if they don't want to bring it home
Don't label the physical book: https://www.teenservicesunderground.com/the-sticky-situation-of-lgbt-book-labels/

Label inside the book? Self-Identity sticker?

Paper lunch bags are great to offer privacy for materials. I delivered all holds in bags in my school library.

make a big effort to ensure that all my displays are diverse as possible all the time, so hopefully all teens feel represented, but definitely know your collection, and when in doubt I will look up the book they ask about and if you don't have that book I do my best to get it for them

Minidisplays for year round queer holidays (pronouns, coming out, etc.)

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Mango Languages - Learn Spanish for Librarians

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From K-12 students and library patrons to undergrads and business professionals, discover how Mango is making a difference in the lives of everyday language learners, their teachers, and their communities.

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Usually starts with member of the public yelling at a staff member
Person who wants to challenge has to fill out a form answering whether they read the book, why they think it's inappropriate etc.

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Schools, especially middle schools can struggle with conservative environments

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Schools, especially middle schools can struggle with conservative environments

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Partnering with downtown group to present a pride storywalk
a program for caregivers of young children sharing how to sensitively navigate conversations about LGBTQ+ identities

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"Keep it queer all year" but also acknowledge pride month

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Long branch is having programming for Pride Month
also arranging a LGBTQ+ health related programming
non-gendered bathrooms

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Scenario- what message is this library sending and how can they improve?
Trying but sending a mixed message-- maybe working towards more inclusivity?
- Don't use Sir/Madam as a form of address/greeting
- bathrooms: how can we address?
- pamphlet on LGBTQ+ resources
- Library card form-- is it good to have no gender checkbox?
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Sometimes libraries need help from outside their community (North Hunterdon High School library situation)

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Services we're offering to the older population:

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Services we're offering to the older population:

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Engaging older adults at the library: ideas & experiences

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Engaging older adults at the library: ideas & experiences

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What services would you like to provide for older adults if given the funds to do so?

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What services would you like to provide for older adults if given the funds to do so?

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MentorNJ Online Meet-up: Support for Intellectual Freedom Fighters

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MentorNJ Online Meet-up: Support for Intellectual Freedom Fighters

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MentorNJ is pleased to announce that on Wednesday, November 10th from 4-5pm we will host a special MentorNJ Online Meetup designed to address issues of intellectual freedom and the unprecedented attacks not only on library materials themselves, but on the library workers purchasing, promoting, and defending them.

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MentorNJ Online Meet-up: Support for Intellectual Freedom Fighters

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The recent increased instances of challenges to library materials across the country and here in New Jersey - as well as the accompanying aggressive behaviors targeted at library staff in the wake of such challenges - have presented unique and urgent challenges, concerns, and needs from our library community.

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Jenna Ingham (she/hers)

Head of Youth Services, Verona Public Library

ingham@veronalibrary.org

Kaley Iacovetta (they/she)

Youth Services Para-Librarian, Collingswood Public Library

kiacovetta@collingswoodlib.org

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Take action to help school librarian Martha Hickson in Hunterdon County!

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Take action to help school librarian Martha Hickson in Hunterdon County!

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Martha Hickson, high school librarian at North Hunterdon High School, has been attacked at a recent school board meeting for several books in her LGBTQ collection. Her administration

has been very unsupportive. I know many colleagues will be attending the next school board meeting to support her. That meeting is tomorrow. The more people who send letters of support to the school board, the better. Martha is a spectacular librarian who truly cares about the rights of all students.

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Raise your voice to urge the North Hunterdon-Voorhees Board of Education to resist censorship and support its commitment to intellectual freedom and the First Amendment

Source: Intellectual Freedom & Censorship in Literature

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Home | NH-V Intellectual Freedom Fighters

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Raise your voice to urge the North Hunterdon-Voorhees Board of Education to resist censorship and support its commitment to intellectual freedom and the First Amendment Source: Intellectual Freedom & Censorship in Literature

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Resources on collection development!