FYI, Just sharing information about Free Comic Book Day on August 14th for informational purposes only. The Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) Retailer Selection Committee has selected fifty comic book titles for the industry's most anticipated annual event to take place on Saturday, August 14th at *participating* comic shops worldwide. The event, which traditionally takes place on the first Saturday in May, will return to a single-day celebration on August 14th for the event’s milestone 20th anniversary.   Here’s j ...Continue Reading

FYI, In case you didn’t see this posted on other lists: FULL TIME- CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN CLARENCE DILLON PUBLIC LIBRARY DESCRIPTION: The Clarence Dillon Public Library in Bedminster, NJ is seeking an energetic team-oriented candidate with a strong public service commitment to lead the Children’s Library.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children, parents, caregivers, and teens and have excellent interpersonal skills.  Our new Children’s Librarian needs to have a knowledge of children’s ...Continue Reading

FYI,   The Glen Rock Public Library is seeking a creative and dynamic Full Time Children’s Librarian. Our Library is the hub of Glen Rock and our Children’s Room is its busiest department. As our Children’s Librarian you will develop and execute innovative programs and order materials designed to serve children through grade five. As a Department Head, the Children’s Librarian is part of the management team and takes a leadership role in inspiring and initiating continuous improvement in all aspects of library ser ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross-postings Hi, Everyone, I’m forwarding the information below as an FYI.   I also wanted to share this information as well:   *NJSL CARES Act Mini-Grant Awardees Announced*   The State Library’s CARES Act mini-grants for public libraries program is an initiative that fulfills the intent of the federal CARES Act. It supports the role of public libraries in responding to the coronavirus pandemic by improving access to technology for library patrons. The public libraries in New Jers ...Continue Reading

Please excuse cross postings FYI, Full Time Branch Manager, Franklin Township Public Library, Youth Center Library This is a new position in a new facility that is currently under construction. It is equivalent to Department Head with an emphasis on youth services. Supervises and manages the Youth Center library staff of three (p-t support). Coordinates and provides adult, young adult and children’s reference and other library services for the public. Manages the training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and devel ...Continue Reading

FYI, _P-T Library Assistant, Franklin Township Public Library, Youth Center Library___ This is a new position in a brand new township youth center currently under construction. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing direct patron service at the circulation desk, and a variety of para-professional circulation duties that involve specialized knowledge and skills and other library related tasks as assigned by supervisor. Minimum qualifications: Ability to work the following schedule: Mondays and Wedn ...Continue Reading

The Princeton Public Library currently has the following open positions available:____  Library Associate____ (Part Time)____ To serve as a member of the Youth Services Department, the Library Associate helps to create the next generation of lifelong library users by providing reader advisory, programming, and resources of interest to Princeton’s children, teens, and families. Knowledgeable about all aspects of the library, creative, approachable, adept at communicating effectively, and committed to providi ...Continue Reading

FYI,   Infopeople’s Self-Care for Library Workers module is a collection of freely available resources and archived webinars from Infopeople, a part of the Califa Group, and other professional development providers supporting self-care work for library workers. The module topics include: Vocational Awe Combatting Compassion Fatigue Mindfulness Putting the “Me” in Mental Health *Enroll in the Self-Care for Library Workers module today!*   The module is completely self-paced and self-guided. You can s ...Continue Reading

FYI,   I’m sharing this with you to share with the families in your libraries, if you’d like ~Sharon   *_Scholastic Family Book Fest _* *_ _* Though the back-to-school vibe is in the air—and school supplies are already on store shelves—there’s still plenty of summer family fun left for book lovers. And kids and parents who have been missing some of the typical opportunities to engage with books and come face-to-face with authors this past year are in luck. On Saturday, July 31, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET ...Continue Reading

FYI,   The NJ Association of School Librarians (NJASL) has extended the deadline until July 31st to submit a program proposal for their Annual Conference “Courage Connection Compassion.” The conference will be held in person at the Hard Rock Hotel in Atlantic City, December 5-7, 2021. If anyone’s interested in applying to present a program, here’s the link to the form.   ~Sharon   All the best,   Sharon Rawlins, MLS, she/her/hers Youth Services Specialist for Lifelong Learning NJ State Library 185 ...Continue Reading