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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 elementary schools and public libraries. Last year, over 25,000 K-4 students read or had read to them the 10 selected books. The committee will introduce the ten selected books for 2003-2004.
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Red Clover Award Program
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Chris Bohjalian: Giving Birth to the Novel
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Connecting Boys with Books: What Libraries Can Do--Endnote by Michael Sullivan
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Getting Graphic
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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 . . .
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Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book Award
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Searching for Thoreau: On the Trails and Shores of Wild New England
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Green Mountain Book Award
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Rapid Reviews
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Endnote by Tracey Campbell Pearson
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Collaborations and Outreach: Partnerships Between High School and College Libraries
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Green Mountain Book Award
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Connect with Your Users: Communicate Using Social Software Tools
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Let Your Fingers Do the Searching: Making the Most of VOL's PowerSearch
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Red Clover Awards 2007 - 2008
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Keynote Address by Archer Mayor
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DCF Book Reviews 2006
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Banned Books and Teen Ethics
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The Voices Project: Giving Voice to Vermont Teens
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Enhancing Elementary Curriculum
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Messages from a Small Town: Photographs Inside Pawlet, Vermont
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Where in the World is Kingdom County
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Search for Addie, The
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The Best of Vermont: Books and Films for Your Library
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DCF Book Reviews 2004
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Watch Now »
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Importance of Human Connections, The
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Red Clover Reviews 2004
Ten of the best picture books for 2004-2005.
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Writing Wild
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My Mind is Leaking
Bill Harley presents.
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Rapid Reviews 2004
Librarians Amy Howlett, Ernie Drown, Betty Howlett and Mary Jane Manahan present their selection of the best in adult . . .
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Anne Perry: Master of Mystery
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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 »
-
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 . . .
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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 »
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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 »
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Afternoon with Sue Miller, An
Best-selling author Sue Miller published her first novel, "The Good Mother," in 1986, followed by "Inventing the . . .
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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 . . .
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Stephen King: The Bogeyboys
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Julia Alvarez
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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.
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Almost Endnotes
This Vermont Library Conference features a Keynote Address by David Moats.
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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 . . .
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
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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 » -
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 » -
Rapid Reviews 2010
Three reviewers present the best of the non-bestseller adult fiction and non-fiction from 2010.
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 » -
Green Mountain Book Award
Presentation of 2009-2010 Master List of Green Mountain Book Award titles by committee members and student reviewers.
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 for adults that were not bestsellers? Get a pencil to . . .
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 » -
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 »