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MBLC Service Update\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 As we work together to get through the current reality, the MBLC will provide regular updates on MBLC services and other statewide issues.\u00a0 Please let us know if there\u2019s info you\u2019d like us to cover\u2014we\u2019ll include it if we are able. Stay well.<\/p>\n State Aid- Reopening survey<\/u> \u00a0<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Social Law Libraries and the MBLC<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Contact:<\/strong> Paul Kissman<\/a><\/p>\n Kate Butler<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the Social Law Library will host a legal reference update webinar on July 7th<\/sup> at 3pm.<\/p>\n Just as COVID-19 has change the way that libraries deliver services, it has also affected the Massachusetts Court System and the legal support network for Massachusetts residents.\u00a0 This webinar will bring you up to date on how to help your patrons find answers to their legal questions when walk-in service to the trial court law libraries and court service centers may be limited.<\/p>\n Though the webinar is primarily aimed at public libraries, all types of libraries are welcome.<\/p>\n https:\/\/register.gotowebinar.com\/register\/508382050301455<\/a><\/p>\n Preservation and Disaster Recovery<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Contact: Evan Knight<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Important IMLS Research Update: Virus Undetectable on Five Highly Circulated Library Materials After Three Days<\/strong><\/p>\n How long does the virus persist on library materials? The first round of highly anticipated research informing that question has been published by REALM Project, testing the following: (1) Hardback book cover (buckram cloth), (2) Softback book cover, (3) Plain paper pages inside a closed book, (4) Plastic book covering (biaxially oriented polyester film), (5) DVD case. \u201cResults show that the SARS-CoV-2 virus was not detectable on the materials after three days of quarantine. The evaluation demonstrates that standard office temperature and relative humidity conditions typically achievable by any air-conditioned office space provide an environment that allows for the natural attenuation of SARS-CoV-2 present on these common materials after three days of quarantine.\u201d For more information and to download the PDF report visit https:\/\/www.webjunction.org\/news\/webjunction\/test1-results.html<\/a>. See IMLS\u2019 Press Release on this important report: https:\/\/www.imls.gov\/news\/research-shows-virus-undetectable-five-highly-circulated-library-materials-after-three-days<\/a>.<\/p>\n REGISTRATION OPEN \u2013 MBLC\/MLS Virtual special collections symposium for smaller libraries<\/strong><\/p>\n July 23, 9am-12pm<\/strong><\/p>\n Local public memory collections provide important, unique, and sustainable opportunities to interpret a community\u2019s contemporary experiences as they change over time. Yet there are many challenges in building, preserving, and sharing these collections, especially among smaller libraries. Renowned experts in the book trade, academic libraries, and library special collections will convene for a morning symposium of sharing and dialogue about these topics, tailored specifically for library workers, librarians, archivists, and collections volunteers with various levels of experience<\/em>, and from collections of all sizes<\/em>. Co-hosted by the Massachusetts Library System. Register here: https:\/\/register.gotowebinar.com\/register\/3232501920889757710<\/a><\/p>\n Opening Speaker \u2013 Ken Gloss, Proprietor of Brattle Book Shop and Antiques Roadshow contributor<\/p>\n PANEL \u2013Academic Special Collections perspectives<\/p>\n Lisa Conathan, Ph.D. \u2013 Head of Special Collections, Williams Libraries<\/p>\n Mike Kelly \u2013 Head, Archives & Special Collections, Amherst College<\/p>\n PANEL \u2013Special Collections Management Case Studies<\/p>\n Cyndi Harbeson \u2013 Head of Special Collections, The Jones Library, Inc.<\/p>\n Sara Trotta \u2013 Librarian, Congregational Library & Archives<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Construction-The Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program (MPLCP)<\/u><\/strong> The MBLC was notified this morning that the cap for MPLCP will remain at $20 million for FY2021. The FY2021 Capital Plan is a maintenance plan for the Commonwealth, primarily due to COVID-19 related obligations. Most lines are level-funding for the coming fiscal year.\u00a0 Although, the MBLC had been seeking an increase in the cap from $20 million to $25 million, in these difficult times, the agency is grateful to Governor Baker for continuing to fund the construction program.<\/p>\n New Episode of \u201cBuilding Literacy\u201d Podcast<\/strong><\/p>\n On this episode of Building Literacy: Public Library Construction, two former Library Building Specialists with our program, Patience Jackson and Rosemary Waltos, offer their words of wisdom from a collective 50 years of experience working on library building projects through both the Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program and independent consulting services. From their top three, or twelve, pieces of advice for library directors and designers to their favorite design mistakes, Patience and Roe share what they wish everyone knew before embarking on a building project. You can listen to the episode here.<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Promotion\/Summer Library Program<\/u><\/strong> Statewide Summer Challenge ARIS Workshops Reporting Deadlines for FY2021: MBLC Service Update\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 June 24, 2020 As we work together to get through the current reality, the MBLC will provide regular updates on MBLC services and other statewide issues.\u00a0 Please let us know if there\u2019s info you\u2019d like us to cover\u2014we\u2019ll include it if we are able. Stay well. 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\n<\/u>June 24, 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nContact: <\/strong>Liz Babbitt<\/a>
\n<\/strong>In light of the Governor’s phased re-opening plan, please update the COVID19 reopening survey\u00a0via the\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>new LibWizard form<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0This\u00a0will be\u00a0shared with the library community in a Google spreadsheet titled “COVID19: Re-opening Public Libraries Survey”.
\nWe understand that COVID19 will continue to be a serious threat to public health and that your plans may change as the situation evolves so\u00a0we<\/strong>\u00a0will\u00a0NOT\u00a0be creating a version of this survey for the public<\/strong>\u00a0UNTIL libraries have started opening<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
\nContact:<\/strong>\u00a0 Lauren Stara<\/a>
\nAndrea Bunker<\/a><\/p>\n
\n<\/u>Contact:<\/strong> Celeste Bruno<\/a>
\nMatthew Perry<\/a>
\n<\/u>\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Rachel Masse<\/a><\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>More than 65 libraries have registered for the summer challenge. Materials for the challenge will be mailed to libraries next week. You can register for the Summer Challenge here.<\/a><\/p>\n
\nState Aid To Public Libraries<\/u>
\nContact:<\/strong> Liz. Babbit<\/a>
\nUechi Ng<\/a>
\nMary Rose Quinn<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWatch the ARIS Workshop <\/strong>(recorded last week)
\nOn Zoom<\/a>
\nOn ARIS page<\/a>|MBLC website
\n<\/strong>Remaining ARIS(Annual Report Information Survey)\u00a0workshops are listed below.\u00a0 Sessions are via Zoom and will take place from 10:00 am\u00a0-12:30 pm. We’ve added half an hour to each session to allow for additional questions you may have. Registration is through the MBLC Calendar<\/a><\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>ARIS will open as usual on July 1st but the deadline will be extended until October 2nd to allow libraries and networks more time to gather statistics. The Financial Report and State Aid Compliance Application will open August 7th as scheduled\u00a0and close on October 2nd. Municipalities\u00a0applying for a waiver of the FY2021 MAR will have until November 6th to complete additional paperwork.
\nPLEASE NOTE<\/strong>: All dates are based on current information we have about COVID19 and the Governor’s State of Emergency. We will reassess deadlines if necessary, but they will not be earlier than stated above.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"