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Keynote Address by Archer Mayor
Local Vermont author Archer Mayor presents the keynote address at the 2007 Vermont Library Conference.
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It's Perfectly Normal: Challenge and Response
The 106th Annual Vermont Library Conference was co-presented by the Vermont Educational Media Association and the . . .
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The Way He Works
Best-selling author and illustrator David Macaulay, known for such award-winning books as The Way Things Work and The . . .
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Green Libraries
The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library is a LEED-certified library that saves thousands of dollars in energy costs . . .
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Programs & Storytimes for Children & Teens with Special Needs
Even in a small town, it's possible to create welcoming, inclusive, individualized programs that serve youth with . . .
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Rapid Reviews 2010
Three reviewers present the best of the non-bestseller adult fiction and non-fiction from 2010.
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The Library of the Future: The Indispensable Library
The current economic climate requires libraries to make themselves indispensable to their communities. What does it . . .
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Green Mountain Book Award
Presentation of 2009-2010 Master List of Green Mountain Book Award titles by committee members and student reviewers.
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Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award Master List
Learn what to watch for and what to watch out for as the DCF Committee introduces the 2009-2010 DCF list.
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Chris Bohjalian: Giving Birth to the Novel
Internationally acclaimed author Chris Bohjalian explains how writing a novel is more similar to parenting than it is . . .
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Power Librarianship: Research-based Strategies for Increasing the Impact of School Libraries and Librarians
Learn about the research behind several proven strategies for increasing the impact of a school library or librarian . . .
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Underneath the Lintel: A Dramatic Reading
A Dutch librarian discovers a book that's 113 years over due and sets out to find the borrower. As he follows the . . .
Watch Now »
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Marshall Keys: What the Thunder Said
Successful libraries must do the right thing, and that means changing to adapt to new circumstances. Marshall Keys . . .
Watch Now »
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Petty Cash: Programs for Small Libraries
Money is tight and your time is limited, but your patrons, children and adults alike, deserve fun and creative programming.
Watch Now »
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Red Clover Award Program
The Red Clover Award Committee presents the ten nominees for the 2009 Red Clover Award program.
Watch Now »
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Keep it Fresh! Ways to Bring New Ideas to Children and Teen Library Programs
Make your programs come alive with new ideas discussed in this presentation.
Watch Now »
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Wayne Piper: Perception is Reality
Through humor and anecdotes, discover new ways to craft your library's services and programs into messages that will . . .
Watch Now »
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Rapid Reviews
Join library veterans for booktalks of the best adult reading published between May 2008 and 2009.
Watch Now »
-
Green Mountain Book Award
Catch a teen view of the latest GMBA list as student reviewers share their enthusiasm for individual titles via video . . .
Watch Now »
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Connecting Boys with Books: What Libraries Can Do--Endnote by Michael Sullivan
Pre-adolescent boys are nearly invisible in libraries. With ever-increasing electronic amusements, how can the library . . .
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Getting Graphic
Join local graphic novel, manga and anime enthusiast (and librarian) Robin Brenner for a look into the world of . . .
Watch Now »
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Red Clover Award
The Red Clover Award Program committee takes you through this year's nominees. Get a jump on next year's program and . . .
Watch Now »
-
Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award
Members of Vermont's DCF Committee present titles on the new 2008 - 2009 Master List. Supporting materials are also . . .
Watch Now »
-
Searching for Thoreau: On the Trails and Shores of Wild New England
Tom Slayton reads excerpts from his new book on Henry David Thoreau and discusses the development of the book.
Watch Now »
-
Rapid Reviews
Interested in a quick look at the best books published since May for adults that were not bestsellers? Get a pencil to . . .
Watch Now »
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Connect with Your Users: Communicate Using Social Software Tools
An overview of the latest social software trends that are affecting how libraries communicate their services to their . . .
Watch Now »
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Endnote by Tracey Campbell Pearson
Tracey Campbell Pearson has written and illustrated a number of children's books since her first book, "We Wish You A . . .
Watch Now »
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Collaborations and Outreach: Partnerships Between High School and College Libraries
For the past 10 years St. Michael's College has invited seniors from Rice High School for a morning of intensive . . .
Watch Now »
-
Green Mountain Book Award
Catch a teen view of the latest GMBA list as student reviewers share their enthusiasm for individual titles via video . . .
Watch Now »
-
Rapid Reviews
Interested in a quick look at the best books published since May 2006 for adults that were NOT best sellers? Try this . . .
Watch Now »
-
Let Your Fingers Do the Searching: Making the Most of VOL's PowerSearch
Amaze your patrons with your incredible search powers! Stacey Knibloe, Sr. Training Consultant with Thomson Gale, . . .
Watch Now »
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Dorothy Canfield Fisher Awards Discussion
The Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award Committee discusses many of the books on the new list chosen for the 2008 . . .
Watch Now »
-
Red Clover Awards 2007 - 2008
The Red Clover Award promotes reading and discussion of the best of contemporary picture books in Vermont elementary . . .
Watch Now »
-
Keynote Address by Archer Mayor
Local Vermont author Archer Mayor presents the keynote address at the 2007 Vermont Library Conference.
Watch Now »
-
Messages from a Small Town: Photographs Inside Pawlet, Vermont
Susanne Rappaport, the wife of the late documentary photographer Neil Rappaport, discusses her newly published book, . . .
Watch Now »
-
DCF Book Reviews 2006
The Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award Committee discusses many of the books on the new list chosen for next year's . . .
Watch Now »
-
Banned Books and Teen Ethics
Young adult novels by Robert Cormier have been consistently placed on the ALA's list of banned books with censors . . .
Watch Now »
-
The Voices Project: Giving Voice to Vermont Teens
The Voices Project opened a window to the identity, hopes, courage and concerns of youth in Vermont, engaging . . .
Watch Now »
-
Enhancing Elementary Curriculum
Author and illustrator Sheri Amsel addresses enhancing many aspects of teaching through picture books, including . . .
Watch Now »
-
The Best of Vermont: Books and Films for Your Library
This quartet of panelists offer their recommendations for building a sound, high-quality Vermont book and film . . .
Watch Now »
-
Where in the World is Kingdom County
Howard Frank Mosher, celebrated Vermont author of such works as "Disappearances" and "Where the Rivers Flow North," . . .
Watch Now »
-
Search for Addie, The
Elizabeth Winthrop tells the story behind her new novel, "Counting on Grace," inspired by the haunting Lewis Hine . . .
Watch Now »
-
DCF Book Reviews 2004
The Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award Committee will discuss many of the books on the new list chosen for next year's . . .
Watch Now »
-
Importance of Human Connections, The
Author Lois Lowry's stories share her belief of the vital need for people to be aware of their interdependence, not . . .
Watch Now »
-
Anne Perry: Master of Mystery
Anne Perry, award winning author of two Victorian-era mystery series, one featuring investigator William Monk and the . . .
Watch Now »
-
Red Clover Reviews 2004
Ten of the best picture books for 2004-2005.
Watch Now »
-
Writing Wild
The art of storytelling and young adult fiction is explored with Vermont author Rita Murphy.
Watch Now »
-
My Mind is Leaking
Bill Harley presents.
Watch Now »
-
Rapid Reviews 2004
Librarians Amy Howlett, Ernie Drown, Betty Howlett and Mary Jane Manahan present their selection of the best in adult . . .
Watch Now »
-
Kids Have Rights; Parents Have Responsibilities; Librarians Have Ulcers!
What do we mean when we say parents should guide their own children's use of the library, and how do parents feel . . .
Watch Now »
-
DCF Book Reviews 2003
The DCF Book Award Committee discuss many of the books on the new list for next years DCF Award.
Watch Now »
-
One Town, One Book
A panel discusses how they helped implement this concept in Manchester, Vermont in March of 2003. Learn all about the . . .
Watch Now »
-
Red Clover Children's Choice Book Awards 2003
The Red Clover Award promotes the reading and discussion of the best of contemporary picture books in Vermont . . .
Watch Now »
-
Rapid Reviews 2003
The best sellers are easy to spot. For the rest of the story, consult four commentators who cover the 2002-2003 adult . . .
Watch Now »
-
Spies Like Us
The U.S. Patriot Act and the Homeland Security Act of 2002 - How do they affect our role as librarians? Join keynote . . .
Watch Now »
-
Kids' Picks 2003
Six students, ranging in age from elementary to high school, creatively review their picks for the best books of the . . .
Watch Now »
-
Afternoon with Sue Miller, An
Best-selling author Sue Miller published her first novel, "The Good Mother," in 1986, followed by "Inventing the . . .
Watch Now »
-
All the World's a Stage
Anita Lobel discusses her work both as an author and illustrator. "It's the drama in the picture book that interests . . .
Watch Now »
-
Stephen King: The Bogeyboys
Stephen King presents the keynote address at the 1999 Vermont Library Conference.
Watch Now »
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Julia Alvarez
After the Librarian of the Year was awarded, the featured speaker is Julia Alverez. She teaches English at Middlebury . . .
Watch Now »
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Susan Meddaugh
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Vermont Books for Vermont Children
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Kids' Picks 2002
Students from Morristown school district review their choices for the best books of 2001 - 2002.
Watch Now »
-
Almost Endnotes
This Vermont Library Conference features a Keynote Address by David Moats.
Watch Now »
-
It's Perfectly Normal: Challenge and Response
The 106th Annual Vermont Library Conference was co-presented by the Vermont Educational Media Association and the . . .
Watch Now » -
The Way He Works
Best-selling author and illustrator David Macaulay, known for such award-winning books as The Way Things Work and The . . .
Watch Now » -
Green Libraries
The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library is a LEED-certified library that saves thousands of dollars in energy costs . . .
Watch Now » -
Programs & Storytimes for Children & Teens with Special Needs
Even in a small town, it's possible to create welcoming, inclusive, individualized programs that serve youth with . . .
Watch Now » -
Rapid Reviews 2010
Three reviewers present the best of the non-bestseller adult fiction and non-fiction from 2010.
Watch Now » -
The Library of the Future: The Indispensable Library
The current economic climate requires libraries to make themselves indispensable to their communities. What does it . . .
Watch Now » -
Green Mountain Book Award
Presentation of 2009-2010 Master List of Green Mountain Book Award titles by committee members and student reviewers.
Watch Now » -
Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award Master List
Learn what to watch for and what to watch out for as the DCF Committee introduces the 2009-2010 DCF list.
Watch Now » -
Chris Bohjalian: Giving Birth to the Novel
Internationally acclaimed author Chris Bohjalian explains how writing a novel is more similar to parenting than it is . . .
Watch Now » -
Power Librarianship: Research-based Strategies for Increasing the Impact of School Libraries and Librarians
Learn about the research behind several proven strategies for increasing the impact of a school library or librarian . . .
Watch Now » -
Underneath the Lintel: A Dramatic Reading
A Dutch librarian discovers a book that's 113 years over due and sets out to find the borrower. As he follows the . . .
Watch Now » -
Marshall Keys: What the Thunder Said
Successful libraries must do the right thing, and that means changing to adapt to new circumstances. Marshall Keys . . .
Watch Now » -
Petty Cash: Programs for Small Libraries
Money is tight and your time is limited, but your patrons, children and adults alike, deserve fun and creative programming.
Watch Now » -
Red Clover Award Program
The Red Clover Award Committee presents the ten nominees for the 2009 Red Clover Award program.
Watch Now » -
Keep it Fresh! Ways to Bring New Ideas to Children and Teen Library Programs
Make your programs come alive with new ideas discussed in this presentation.
Watch Now » -
Wayne Piper: Perception is Reality
Through humor and anecdotes, discover new ways to craft your library's services and programs into messages that will . . .
Watch Now » -
Rapid Reviews
Join library veterans for booktalks of the best adult reading published between May 2008 and 2009.
Watch Now » -
Green Mountain Book Award
Catch a teen view of the latest GMBA list as student reviewers share their enthusiasm for individual titles via video . . .
Watch Now » -
Connecting Boys with Books: What Libraries Can Do--Endnote by Michael Sullivan
Pre-adolescent boys are nearly invisible in libraries. With ever-increasing electronic amusements, how can the library . . .
Watch Now » -
Getting Graphic
Join local graphic novel, manga and anime enthusiast (and librarian) Robin Brenner for a look into the world of . . .
Watch Now » -
Red Clover Award
The Red Clover Award Program committee takes you through this year's nominees. Get a jump on next year's program and . . .
Watch Now » -
Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award
Members of Vermont's DCF Committee present titles on the new 2008 - 2009 Master List. Supporting materials are also . . .
Watch Now » -
Searching for Thoreau: On the Trails and Shores of Wild New England
Tom Slayton reads excerpts from his new book on Henry David Thoreau and discusses the development of the book.
Watch Now » -
Rapid Reviews
Interested in a quick look at the best books published since May for adults that were not bestsellers? Get a pencil to . . .
Watch Now » -
Connect with Your Users: Communicate Using Social Software Tools
An overview of the latest social software trends that are affecting how libraries communicate their services to their . . .
Watch Now » -
Endnote by Tracey Campbell Pearson
Tracey Campbell Pearson has written and illustrated a number of children's books since her first book, "We Wish You A . . .
Watch Now » -
Collaborations and Outreach: Partnerships Between High School and College Libraries
For the past 10 years St. Michael's College has invited seniors from Rice High School for a morning of intensive . . .
Watch Now » -
Green Mountain Book Award
Catch a teen view of the latest GMBA list as student reviewers share their enthusiasm for individual titles via video . . .
Watch Now » -
Rapid Reviews
Interested in a quick look at the best books published since May 2006 for adults that were NOT best sellers? Try this . . .
Watch Now » -
Let Your Fingers Do the Searching: Making the Most of VOL's PowerSearch
Amaze your patrons with your incredible search powers! Stacey Knibloe, Sr. Training Consultant with Thomson Gale, . . .
Watch Now » -
Dorothy Canfield Fisher Awards Discussion
The Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award Committee discusses many of the books on the new list chosen for the 2008 . . .
Watch Now » -
Red Clover Awards 2007 - 2008
The Red Clover Award promotes reading and discussion of the best of contemporary picture books in Vermont elementary . . .
Watch Now » -
Keynote Address by Archer Mayor
Local Vermont author Archer Mayor presents the keynote address at the 2007 Vermont Library Conference.
Watch Now » -
Messages from a Small Town: Photographs Inside Pawlet, Vermont
Susanne Rappaport, the wife of the late documentary photographer Neil Rappaport, discusses her newly published book, . . .
Watch Now » -
DCF Book Reviews 2006
The Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award Committee discusses many of the books on the new list chosen for next year's . . .
Watch Now » -
Banned Books and Teen Ethics
Young adult novels by Robert Cormier have been consistently placed on the ALA's list of banned books with censors . . .
Watch Now » -
The Voices Project: Giving Voice to Vermont Teens
The Voices Project opened a window to the identity, hopes, courage and concerns of youth in Vermont, engaging . . .
Watch Now » -
Enhancing Elementary Curriculum
Author and illustrator Sheri Amsel addresses enhancing many aspects of teaching through picture books, including . . .
Watch Now » -
The Best of Vermont: Books and Films for Your Library
This quartet of panelists offer their recommendations for building a sound, high-quality Vermont book and film . . .
Watch Now » -
Where in the World is Kingdom County
Howard Frank Mosher, celebrated Vermont author of such works as "Disappearances" and "Where the Rivers Flow North," . . .
Watch Now » -
Search for Addie, The
Elizabeth Winthrop tells the story behind her new novel, "Counting on Grace," inspired by the haunting Lewis Hine . . .
Watch Now » -
DCF Book Reviews 2004
The Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award Committee will discuss many of the books on the new list chosen for next year's . . .
Watch Now » -
Importance of Human Connections, The
Author Lois Lowry's stories share her belief of the vital need for people to be aware of their interdependence, not . . .
Watch Now » -
Anne Perry: Master of Mystery
Anne Perry, award winning author of two Victorian-era mystery series, one featuring investigator William Monk and the . . .
Watch Now » -
Red Clover Reviews 2004
Ten of the best picture books for 2004-2005.
Watch Now » -
Writing Wild
The art of storytelling and young adult fiction is explored with Vermont author Rita Murphy.
Watch Now » -
My Mind is Leaking
Bill Harley presents.
Watch Now » -
Rapid Reviews 2004
Librarians Amy Howlett, Ernie Drown, Betty Howlett and Mary Jane Manahan present their selection of the best in adult . . .
Watch Now » -
Kids Have Rights; Parents Have Responsibilities; Librarians Have Ulcers!
What do we mean when we say parents should guide their own children's use of the library, and how do parents feel . . .
Watch Now » -
DCF Book Reviews 2003
The DCF Book Award Committee discuss many of the books on the new list for next years DCF Award.
Watch Now » -
One Town, One Book
A panel discusses how they helped implement this concept in Manchester, Vermont in March of 2003. Learn all about the . . .
Watch Now » -
Red Clover Children's Choice Book Awards 2003
The Red Clover Award promotes the reading and discussion of the best of contemporary picture books in Vermont . . .
Watch Now » -
Rapid Reviews 2003
The best sellers are easy to spot. For the rest of the story, consult four commentators who cover the 2002-2003 adult . . .
Watch Now » -
Spies Like Us
The U.S. Patriot Act and the Homeland Security Act of 2002 - How do they affect our role as librarians? Join keynote . . .
Watch Now » -
Kids' Picks 2003
Six students, ranging in age from elementary to high school, creatively review their picks for the best books of the . . .
Watch Now » -
Afternoon with Sue Miller, An
Best-selling author Sue Miller published her first novel, "The Good Mother," in 1986, followed by "Inventing the . . .
Watch Now » -
All the World's a Stage
Anita Lobel discusses her work both as an author and illustrator. "It's the drama in the picture book that interests . . .
Watch Now » -
Stephen King: The Bogeyboys
Stephen King presents the keynote address at the 1999 Vermont Library Conference.
Watch Now » -
Julia Alvarez
After the Librarian of the Year was awarded, the featured speaker is Julia Alverez. She teaches English at Middlebury . . .
Watch Now » -
Susan Meddaugh
-
Vermont Books for Vermont Children
-
Kids' Picks 2002
Students from Morristown school district review their choices for the best books of 2001 - 2002.
Watch Now » -
Almost Endnotes
This Vermont Library Conference features a Keynote Address by David Moats.
Watch Now »