The document provides information about the 2016 Annual Conference and Exhibits of the Florida Library Association, including:
- The conference will take place from February 29th to March 3rd, 2016 at the Plaza Hotel in Daytona Beach, FL.
- The keynote speaker on March 1st will be General Ann Dunwoody, the first woman to achieve four-star general rank in the U.S. Army.
- The conference will include breakout sessions on topics such as advocacy, books and authors, career development, children's services, and technology. Committee meetings and social events are also planned.
1. Conference Program
2016 Annual Conference and Exhibits
Florida Library Association
February 29 - March 3, 2016
The Plaza Hotel
Daytona Beach, FL 32118
#flacon2016
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3. A Message from President Gene Coppola
Dear Colleagues,
One of my heroes is Robert Kennedy. He stood for ideals that are still true today. He
once said, “There are those that look at things the way they are, and ask why? I dream
of things that never were, and ask why not?” It seems more time is spent on churning
up excuses for not doing something rather than reasons for doing it. Yes, there will be
unmovable obstacles. Yes, there will be moments of flailing at windmills. Yes, you will
be the only one to see it. And yes, there will be times that others will see it too. That is
why my theme for 2015-2016 is “Why not?”
Why not collaborate with your opposite? Why not take a field trip instead of a
meeting? Why not imagine? Who’s going to stop you? Why not try one more time?
Thomas Edison tested over 3,000 filaments before he came up with his version of a
practical light bulb.
As librarians, we’re part of the backbone for enlightenment and growth. We serve not
just to improve the quality of life but also fill those essential needs. Kennedy also said,
“All of us might wish at times that we lived in a more tranquil world, but we don't. And
if our times are difficult and perplexing, so are they challenging and filled with
opportunity.” I agree.
Gene Coppola
President, Florida Library Association
2015-2016 Florida Library Association Executive Board
President, Gene Coppola
Vice President, Elana Karshmer
Treasurer, Sarah Hammill
Secretary, Peggy Nuhn
Director, Area 1, Stephen Grubb
Director, Area 2, Caroline Reed
Director, Area 3, Kelly Robinson
Director, Area 4, Eric Head
Director, Area 5, Patricia Morris
Director, Area 6, Deborah Robinson
Past President, Linda McCarthy
ALA Councilor, Robin Shader
State Librarian, Amy Johnson
Chair, Planning Committee, Anne Marie Casey
Board Intern, Shane Roopnarine
Board Fellow, Renaine Julian
Representative from FSU, Pamala Doffek
Representative from USF, Jungwon Yoon
Executive Director, Martina Brawer
When you stay at the conference hotel, you're close to all the action and helping FLA, too! The sleeping
rooms booked at the Plaza Hotel help reduce the cost of the conference.
FLA is grateful for the work of FLA volunteer Maria Gebhardt for designing and editing this Program Guide.
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4. Four-Star General Ann Dunwoody will be the
FLA Conference Keynote Speaker
*Book signing
following the event*
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Leadership Truths
General Ann Dunwoody is the former commanding general of one of the
Army’s largest commands. She is the first woman in U.S. military history to
achieve a four-star officer rank. The author of “A Higher Standard: Leadership
Strategies from America’s First Female Four-Star General”, Dunwoody shares
what nearly four decades in the military taught her about effective
leadership, revealing the core principles that guided her to her historic
appointment. Through engaging stories and battle-tested insights, she’ll give
practical, tactical advice to lead and achieve with maximum success – no
matter the size or scope of their organization.
Cost: Admission is included with conference registration.
2016 Closing Luncheon with
Performances from Library Entertainers
Join us for the Annual FLA Business Meeting and Awards
Sessions. Then, top Library Performers will showcase their
talents with lively entertaining presentations at the Grand Finale of
the FLA 2016 Conference. Lunch included with registration.
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5. 2016 Annual Conference Program At A Glance
All events will be held at the Plaza Hotel.
*Tentative schedule, subject to change
Monday, February 29
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Preconference: Simmer Down! Conflict De-escalation Strategies for Mitigating Critical or Tense Situations
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Registration & Information Desk Open
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Meet-Up Poolside
Tuesday, March 1
7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Registration & Information Desk Open
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. New Member & First Time Conference Attendee Orientation
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Opening Session with Keynoter General Ann Dunwoody
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Breakout Sessions
2:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions
3:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Refreshment Break
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Breakout Sessions
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall Opens, Silent Auction in Grand Colonnade
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Poster Session 1
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Exhibitor Reception
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Receptions – Florida State University, University of South Florida, and “The Rest of Us”
Wednesday, March 2
7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Registration & Info Desk Open
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Yoga Fit
7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Mystery Writers Association Breakfast
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Breakout Sessions
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall Opens, Silent Auction in Grand Colonnade
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Coffee with Exhibitors
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Author Tables in Colonnade
10:30 a.m. – 12 noon Breakout Sessions & Performers Showcase
11:00 a.m. – 12 noon Poster Session 2
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch available for purchase with Exhibitors
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Breakout Sessions
2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Breakout Sessions
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Poster Session 3
3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Refreshments in Exhibit Hall
3:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Lightning Rounds
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Breakout Sessions
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. President’s Beachside Reception and Silent Auction Finale, Wine Toss, and more!
Thursday, March 3
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Fun Run – 2 miles
7:30 a.m. – 12 noon Registration & Info Desk Open
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Coffee Klatch
8:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Cyberzone
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Breakout Sessions
9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Breakout Sessions
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. General Closing Session
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Advocacy & Fundraising
Practical Strategies for Library Advocates Using
Social Networks
Fun-d Raising is Fun! Why Not?
Libraries Campaigning for Grade-Level Reading:
Are You at the Table?
Friends Sharing with Friends
Friends, Foundations and Boards Annual Award
Luncheon
Library Advocates Unite
The Librarian as Candidate - Lessons from the Cam-
paign Trail by EveryLibrary's John Chrastka
Books & Authors
Challenged Books Read-Out
FLA One Book, One State: Condominium
Censorship and Comics: Why Not?
Mystery Writers Breakfast
Mystery Writers Break Out Session
Writers Corner: Connecting Local Authors
Career & Personal Development
Orientation for First Time Conference Attendees
FLA Member Group Speed Dating
Academic Librarian Publishing Roundtable
Conversations That Matter
Leadership Voices
Code For Every Librarian
Retirees In The Know and On The Go!
FLA Committee Speed Dating
Career 411 - Why Not Jump Start Your Career?!
Servant Leadership For Top Performing Libraries
Vendor/Library Relationships: What Works, What
Doesn't, and Why Not?
Children & Youth Services
Past, Present, Future: The Impact of Youth Services
on Young Adults
Jump Around: Motor Development for Babies and
Toddlers
Collaborating with Your Local Schools: It’s a Group
Project!
Play with Your Food: Cooking Programs for Kids and
Teens
Spice Up Storytime with Pura Belpre'!
Performer's Showcase: Adults/Children's Performers
Why Not Have Robotics At Your Library?
Reading Buddies
Sew What
Curriculum Specialist K-12 in Your Library…Why Not?:
Using Formal Education to Improve Library Youth
Programs
How Effortless Can It Be? S.T.E.A.M Programs for Pre-
schoolers
Venture Club: Entrepreneurial Program for Youth Empha-
sizing Community Connections and Process over Prod-
uct
From the Ground Up: Growing Healthy Eaters
Battle the Slide: Why Not Fulfill Our Mission?
Collection Development & Management
Using Word Clouds to Assist with Collection Development
Why Not Master Your Copy Rights and Responsibilities?
Censorship and Comics: Why Not?
The Need to Preserve: Challenges and Opportunities in
Collecting the History of a Young University
Slimming Down: Why Not Feed Your Need to Weed?
Virtual Exhibits: Connecting Digital Content to a Gallery
Experience – Why Not?
Use-Driven Acquisitions Planning for the SUS Libraries:
Here We Go Again!
Health & Wellness
Facilitating Wellness @ your library
Jump Around: Motor Development for Babies and Tod-
dlers
Play with Your Food: Cooking Programs for Kids and
Teens
From the Ground Up : Growing Healthy Eaters
Inclusiveness
Tech for All! Innovative Public Library Technology Train-
ing Programming for Targeted
Audiences
Spice Up Storytime with Pura Belpre'!
Why Knot? Tying the Community Together with Unique
Library Programming
Outreach Across the Ages: Developing Programs and
Partnerships for Adults from 18 to 80
Supporting Inclusion and Diversity in Our Communities
Information Literacy
Why Not Check Out Dogs?
Bringing the Frames into Focus: Applying Threshold Con-
cepts in Library Instruction
Flipping Library Instruction on Its Head: A New
Approach to Teaching
Putting the ACRL Framework to Work
Collaborating for Success! Building a Digital Learning
Object Repository
Information & Reference Services
Why Not? Libraries = Education: Adult Literacy Through
Libraries (ALL): An Action Agenda
There's No Stopping Us Now! Why Systematic Staff Train-
ing Keeps the organization Moving Forward
Why Not Master Your Copy Rights and Responsibilities?
Technical Services, Why Not Me? Tips and Tricks for
Accidental Technical Services Librarians
Areas of Interest
7. Areas of Interest
Change, Communicate, Collaborate and Conform!
Why Not. What's Stopping
Us From Making Some Customer Service Policies
and Procedures Uniform Across All 40 Institutions?
Why Not....Grow Your Own Academic Library Schol-
arly Communication Program?
Management & Leadership
Public Library Service Planning With A Purpose
Leadership Voices
So You Have to Write a Strategic Plan: Why Not
Make It Interesting?
Servant Leadership For Top Performing Libraries: Why
Not?
FLA Public Library Outcomes and Standards Com-
mittee Program
Outreach
Partners in Education: Strengthening Your
Position
Librarians without Borders: Embedded Librarianship
at the Palm Beach County Library
System
How Librarians can be the Most Powerful People on
Wikipedia
Outreach Across the Ages: Developing Programs
and Partnerships for Adults from 18 to 80
Academic Librarians and Personal Branding: Provid-
ing Meaningful Outreach through
Social Media
Why Not Play Ball? When Athletes and
Librarians Play Together, Everyone Wins
Programming
Past, Present, Future: The Impact of Youth Services
on Young Adults
Why Not? Libraries = Education: Adult Literacy
Through Libraries (ALL): An Action Agenda
Why Not Check Out Dogs?
Why Knot? Tying the Community Together with
Unique Library Programming
Sew What
Why Not Host Library Programs Outside the Library?
How Effortless Can It Be? S.T.E.A.M Programs for Pre-
schoolers
Venture Club: Entrepreneurial Program for Youth
Emphasizing Community Connections and Process
over Product
Battle the Slide: Why Not Fulfill our Mission?
Social Media & Marketing
Practical Strategies for Library Advocates Using So-
cial Networks
Academic Librarians and Personal Branding: Provid-
ing Meaningful Outreach through
Social Media
Visualize Your Data Effectively with Data Visualiza-
tions, Infographics, and WordClouds
STEAM
Tech for All! Innovative Public Library Technology
Training Programming for Targeted
Audiences
Jump Around: Motor Development for Babies and
Toddlers
How Effortless Can It Be? S.T.E.A.M Programs for Pre-
schoolers
Teaching & Learning
Collaborating with Your Local Schools: It’s a Group
Project!
Curriculum Specialist K-12 in Your Library…Why Not?:
Using Formal Education to Improve Library Youth Pro-
grams
Technology
Tech for All! Innovative Public Library Technology
Training Programming for Targeted Audiences
Florida Academic Library Services Cooperative
(FALSC) Member Group Meeting and Update
Technical Services, Why Not Me? Tips and Tricks for
Accidental Technical Services Librarians
Why Not GIF It To Students?:
Using Pop Culture and Graphic Image Files to Explain
the Research Process
The Need to Preserve: Challenges and Opportunities
in Collecting the History of a Young University
How Librarians can be the Most Powerful People on
Wikipedia
Why Not Have Robotics At Your Library?
Code For Every Librarian
Virtual Exhibits: Connecting Digital Content to a Gal-
lery Experience – Why Not?
FLA CyberZone
Vendor/Library Relationships: What Works, What
Doesn't, and Why Not?
Collaborating with Your Local Schools: It’s a Group
Project!
Why Not Be Social?
FSU and USF Schools of Information Receptions
For the Rest of Us Reception
Yoga
50/50 Drawing by Chance Event
Wine/Beer Toss Fundraiser
President’s Beachside Reception
Fun Run
Showing Seinfeld episode "The Library"
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FLA Committee-Member Group Date Start Time End Time Room
Academic Instruction & Information Literacy Member Group Wednesday, March 2 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Granada D
Awards Committee Tuesday, March 1 3:45 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Granada F
Black Caucus Member Group Thursday, March 3 8:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Granada E
Conference Committee Thursday, March 3 8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Vista Del Mar
Continuing Education Committee Tuesday, March 1 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Granada F
Community Engagement Member Group Wednesday, March 2 2:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m. Granada D
Databrarians Member Group Thursday, March 3 8:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Granada D
Florida Academic Library Services Cooperative Meeting/Program Tuesday March 1 2:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Granada AB
Florida Standards Committee Wednesday, March 2 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Granada D
Intellectual Freedom Committee Tuesday March 1 2:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Granada D
Leadership Development Committee Tuesday, March 1 3:45 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Granada D
Legislative Committee Wednesday, March 2 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Granada D
Library Career Development Tuesday, March 1 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Granada D
Library Retirees Member Group Meeting/Program Wednesday, March 2 2:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m. Granada F
Marketing Committee Tuesday, March 1 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Granada E
Membership Committee Wednesday. March 2 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Granada E
One Person Library Member Group Wednesday, March 2 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Granada D
Outreach and Programing Member Group Tuesday, March 1 3:45 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Veranda Lounge
Planning Committee Thursday, March 3 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Granada D
REFORMA Member Group Wednesday, March 2 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Granada GH
Scholarship Committee Wednesday, March 2 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Granada D
Technical Services Wednesday, March 2 1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Granada D
Youth Services Member Group Wednesday, March 2 10:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Granada E
Committee-Member Group Meeting Schedule
Special EventsTuesday
· First time at FLA Conference or just joined FLA? The New Members Orientation meets 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. in Granada I.
· General Ann Dunwoody, first woman in U.S. military history to achieve a four star officer rank, helps kick off the Conference at our Opening
Session at 9:30 a.m.
· Book signing for General Dunwoody's book "A Higher Standard: Leadership Strategies from America's First Female Four Star General" from
11:30 a.m. - 12 noon in the Colonnade.
· Exhibits open at 4:00 p.m. Exhibitor Reception from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall.
· Poster Session 1: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. in the Colonnade.
· FSU and USF invite you to their Alumni & Friends Receptions. "For The Rest of Us" event for everyone else.
Wednesday
· Yoga Fit 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. at the Pool Deck.
· Poster Session 2: 11:00 a.m. - 12 noon and Poster Session 3: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the Colonnade.
· View a Daytona International Speedway Pace Car and the Volusia County Public Library Cruiser at the North Ocean parking lot entrance.
· Performers’ Showcase comes to conference from 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon in Plaza Real C.
· Watch the fast paced Lightning Rounds from 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. in Plaza Real C.
· Friends Day! Enjoy lunch with library Friends and board members from all over the state in Vista del Mar (Ticketed Event).
· FLA Past-presidents Drawing for FLA Bucks in the Exhibit Hall at 3:30 p.m. Winners must be present to win. FLA Bucks may be used at Silent
Auction or Wine Toss.
· Watch the fast paced Lightning Rounds from 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. in Plaza Real C.
· President Gene Coppola invites you to the President’s Beachside Reception from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. for fun, scholarship fundraising events, and the
Silent Auction. After the Reception there will be a President's Get Together in Gene's suite.
Thursday
· Experience cutting edge technology at the Cyberzone, 8:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. in the Colonnade.
· Join the Closing Session and enjoy four top library performers showcase their talents.
· Network with new and old friends for lunch (included in your registration) following the closing session.
9. Monday · Tuesday
Monday, February 29
5:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Registration and Info Desk Open
6:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
Meet Up
Join fellow attendees and meet up poolside for fun. Cash bar.
Tuesday, March 1
7:30 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Registration and Information Desk Open
8:00 a.m. — 8:30 a.m.
Challenged Books Read-Out
Organized by the Intellectual Freedom Committee
Colonnade
Celebrate the freedom to read! Drop by and listen to members of the
FLA Board and Intellectual Freedom Committee read aloud from their
favorite challenged and banned books. Hear excerpts from classics,
discover new favorites, and learn about historical and ongoing chal-
lenges fought in schools, bookstores, and libraries around the country
and the world.
Orientation for First Time Conference Attendees
Granada I
Start your conference experience with an orientation for new FLA
members and first-time conference attendees. Learn about FLA's
structure and benefits of membership. Begin building your profes-
sional network and developing your leadership potential.
9:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
OPENING SESSION
Plaza Real AB
Welcome
Recognition of Scholarship Recipients
Awards
Keynote Speaker General Ann Dunwoody
11:30 a.m. — 12 noon
Colonnade
Book Signing - General Ann Dunwoody
1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
Challenged Books Read-Out
Organized by the Intellectual Freedom Committee
Colonnade
Celebrate the freedom to read! Drop by and listen to members of the
FLA Board and Intellectual Freedom Committee read aloud from their
favorite challenged and banned books. Hear excerpts from classics, dis-
cover new favorites, and learn about historical and ongoing challenges
fought in schools, bookstores, and libraries around the country and the
world.
Past, Present, Future: The Impact of Youth Services on
Young Adults
Granada C
Library staff plan all sorts of events for teens to encourage active library
participation, but what do teens think about this? Do these activities
have any impact on their lives? What will the teens remember about
their experiences at the public library? Will they become library support-
ers? Or will these young people never enter the library doors again?
Meet present and former teens and learn what has impacted their lives
in regards to YA programs and activities.
Speakers: Jana Fine, Florida Division of Library and Information Services;
Mary Whiting, Volusia County Public Library; Angela Wilhelm, Philip
James Lambert, Heather Hunter, Sophie Semensky.
Using Word Clouds to Assist with Collection
Development
Granada E
At the FAU Libraries, our Technical Services, Digital Library, and Collec-
tion Development units work together to describe, manage and use
metadata from our Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Presenters will
describe how the metadata are captured and used to create a word
cloud. Attendees will learn how this gives subject selectors a picture of
research interests, which is a new tool for them in collection develop-
Simmer Down! Conflict De-escalation Strategies for Mitigating Critical or Tense Situations
People love libraries, in part, because they are inclusive, welcoming and peaceful. But when that peace is disrupted by a
difficult, frustrated, belligerent or even dangerous person, staff must know what to do.
On a daily basis librarians face a wide variety of situations that must be resolved; patrons who quarrel or fight over resources, or who fight or
quarrel with each other, staff members who are in conflict with one another, patrons who are in an altered state of mind and disruptive and
patrons who are simply doing things at the library that are prohibited. This interactive workshop, hosted by a panel of experts, focuses on verbal
and non-verbal communication strategies and defensive actions that librarians can use to manage and de-escalate conflicts. Listen to presenta-
tions from law enforcement and public and academic library experts on current practices and participate in role playing activities to help you be
prepared in the event that you are faced with a critical situation.
Speakers: Senior Deputy Dennis Terrero, Volusia County Sheriff's Office; Barbara Pickell, Library Director at the Clearwater Public Library; Susan-
nah Miller, Associate Dean of Administrative Services and Renaine Julian, former Security Supervisor, Florida State University.
2016 Florida Library Association
Preconference
February 29: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
2016 Florida Library Association Conference Guide
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ment. We also compare the topics identified from the world clouds to
the frequency of LC subject headings from the same resources.
Speakers: Zach English, Sunghae Ress and Ethan Fenichel, Florida
Atlantic University
Practical Strategies for Library Advocates Using Social
Networks
Granada GH
In 2014, voters in 77 library-funding initiatives voted to approve public
library funding in campaigns featuring consistent contact with funders
and strategic use of messages to demonstrate the importance of
libraries. This program presents an analysis of the 2013 Miami-Dade
County social network campaign that illustrates:
How library advocates use social networks for successful
campaigns
Messages shared by public officials and library advocates
Values shared by participants
Responsible and effective use of social media
Speaker: Laura Spears, Florida State University
Facilitating Wellness @ your library
Granada I
This program highlights an innovated way in which the library can be
part of a community by taking a holistic approach to facilitating well-
ness and addressing increasing community health concerns. A panel of
experts will discuss how the New Port Richey Public Library (NPRPL)
spearheaded a gmo-free, heirloom seed library as well as a local farm-
ers market dubbed Tasty Tuesdays (TT). TT engages organic growers to
share harvests as well as micro-farming instruction. Federal grant
funding supports NPRPL's acceptance of EBT SNAP benefits and incen-
tives. NPRPL participates in a nationwide study, surveying dietary
changes among incentive recipients and has supported community
well-being for adults and youth alike for over a decade. Classes include
Smoothie Smackdown, various Martial Arts, Meditation, Eco-Films,
Tapping/EFT, and health-based opportunities for staff.
Speakers: Susan Dillinger, Jessica Meredith, Stephanie Jones, Ann
Scott and Debbie Plotkin, New Port Richey Public Library
FLA One Book, One State: Condominium
Organized by the Leadership Development Committee
Plaza Real C
In the spirit of this year’s conference theme, Why Not? FLA President,
Gene Coppola, selected a work of fiction instead of a professional
development book for the 2016 One Book One State program. How-
ever, Condominium does touch upon concepts of organizational lead-
ership and personal leadership styles, but more importantly, this book
showcases the unique and marvelous social structure, geography and
fragile ecosystem of our state. And it’s a fun read! This will be a panel
discussion composed of past FLA presidents who have enthusiastically
volunteered to participate as they did for our program last year.
Tech for All! Innovative Public Library Technology
Training Programming for Targeted Audiences
Vista del Mar
Public libraries have been in the forefront of providing technology
literacy programming in an increasingly digital world. And, the com-
munities that libraries serve are becoming more diverse in language
background, skill level, and interests; this necessitate going beyond
the one-size-fits-all approach for public training programs. Learn how
the Jacksonville Public Library E-Services and Digital Access depart-
ment developed, promoted, and successfully implemented the Com-
puter Classes in Spanish-the first free program of its kind in northeast
FL, Technology for Seniors, Tech for ESL Learners, and the Urban Li-
brary Council Innovation Award winning Conversational Language
Learning series which employed cultural immersion strategies in train-
ing and marketing JPL’s online language learning product. Participants
will gain knowledge in recruiting e-volunteers, using existing resources
to develop cost-efficient programs as well as working with local commu-
nity partners. These types of services open up numerous possibilities in
truly offering services that are meaningful and present technology train-
ing in a fun, welcoming environment.
Speakers: Eric Soriano, Katherine Minor, Donna Peretzman and Luis Ter-
ron, Jacksonville Public Library
2:00 p.m. — 2:15 p.m.
Colonnade
Session Break
2:15 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
FLA Member Group Speed Dating
Vista del Mar
One of the great benefits of being a member of FLA is networking with
librarians from other libraries who have similar positions or interests.
Come and hear about all of the interesting things that are happening in
FLA's Member Groups. At this fast paced session you'll have the oppor-
tunity to spend a few minutes with each one.
Non-members are welcome too!
Speakers: Gene Coppola, Palm Harbor Library; FLA Member Group Leaders
Florida Academic Library Services Cooperative Member
Group Meeting and Update
Granada AB
This session will focus on library products and services managed by the
Florida Academic Library Services Cooperative (FALSC) for Florida’s 40
public colleges and universities. Key topics will include the continued
planning and implementation of a single library discovery tool and next-
11. Tuesday
generation ILS, statewide e-resource licensing, FALSC’s Help Desk, and
the new FloridaShines.org website. It will also include updates on
FALSC’s Members Council on Library Services, activities within the K-20
environment, and legislative activities impacting FALSC’s library-related
services.
Speakers: Lucy Harrison and Linda McCarthy, Florida Academic Library
Services Cooperative
Why Not? Libraries = Education: Adult Literacy Through
Libraries (ALL): An Action Agenda
Granada C
In Florida, 1 in 5 adults lack basic literacy skills, we are the third lowest
state in the nation. In this session we'll explore how to implement the
2014 Adult Literacy through Libraries (ALL) Action Agenda developed by
a task force appointed by the American Library Association and ProLit-
eracy. A task force member will facilitate group discussions on technol-
ogy and digital literacy, partnerships, planning, raising awareness and
the library’s educational role. A volunteer tutor trainer, representing
New Readers Press, will cover GED test changes and trends in literacy
collections.
Speakers: Sandy Newell, Florida Department of State and Glenda
Norvell, Board Member with the Volunteers for Adult Literacy in Florida
and the Gadsden County Public Library Friends and Florida Representa-
tive for New Reader
There's No Stopping Us Now! Why Systematic Staff
Training Keeps the Organization Moving Forward.
Granada E
Libraries have shifted from repositories of materials to centers of inno-
vation and community-based learning. Many library services changed
to accommodate the shift; some staff find this difficult and perplexing
and it has led to technological wariness and resistance to change. To
address this we developed a continuous in-house professional devel-
opment program. We will discuss barriers and enablers to establishing
a program and unintended benefits, such as reducing perceived ine-
qualities among staff, increasing trust, and empowering staff.
Speakers: Lisandra R. Carmichael, Stephanie Weiss and Lauren
Newton, University of North Florida
Why Not Master Your Copy Rights and Responsibilities?
Granada F
Librarians need to understand the fundamentals of copyright law to
safeguard their libraries from infringement and potential lawsuits. In
this program, participants will discover how to recognize and avoid
copyright infringement, conduct a fair use analysis, and find Creative
Commons-licensed images and other freely reusable online materials.
The presenter then will walk participants through a range of library
copyright scenarios, helping you to master the fundamentals of your
copy rights and responsibilities.
Speakers: Michael Rodriguez, Hodges University
Jump Around: Motor Development for Babies and Toddlers
Granada GH
The Orange County Library System is offering a dynamic approach to
fine motor skills through early childhood programming. Events include
Baby Bash, which enables sensory development through felt boards
and art; Bubble Playtime, which allows toddlers to develop fine motor
skills while jumping and dancing; and SMART Start, which encourages
cognitive thinking through science, math, and art. These programs in-
crease a child's awareness, sensitivity, hand-eye coordination, and so-
cial skills. Why not jump up, jump up and get down at the library?
Speakers: Danielle King, Lauren Mathur and Debra Winslow;
Orange County Library System
Partners in Education: Strengthening Your Position
Granada I
Does your public library help students from nearby schools? Why not
leverage that informal relationship into an agreement with the school
system? Why not strengthen your community position and increase
your value as an educational resource? Why not increase support from
elected officials, community leaders, and school leadership? In this ses-
sion, we will discuss the nuts & bolts of the agreement, describe how the
library reached out to the school system, crafted an agreement, launched
a pilot project, and began system-wide implementation.
Speakers: Ginny Howerton, Christine Patten, Library Director and Sara
White, Seminole County Public Library System; Kathy Green, Seminole
County Public Schools
Collaborating with Your Local Schools: It’s a Group
Project!
Organized by the Youth Services Member Group
Plaza Real C
This presentation will offer options that have worked for the
Dunedin Public Library on collaborating with local schools. We'll have
practical, easily replicated programming efforts for public schools, private
schools and preschools.
Speakers: Phyllis Gorshe, Olivia Wilson and Katherine Kastanis, Dunedin
Public Library; Kerry Apuzzo, Dunedin Elementary School
Academic Librarian Publishing Roundtables
Veranda Lounge
Looking for other librarians to collaborate with on publishing? Come to
the Academic Publishing Roundtable and connect with other scholars
with similar pursuits. Discuss potential ideas for articles, books, pro-
grams, etc., at this informal meeting. And, find other librarians interest-
ed in similar scholarly topics to collaborate with in the future.
3:30 p.m. — 3:45 p.m.
Colonnade
Session Break
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Concurrent Sessions
Public Library Service Planning With A Purpose
Granada AB
Largo Public Library staff hosted community conversations to gather
input on local aspirations and then asked, 'How can the library align
services to help attain the desired results'? The Purpose Based Li-
brary, Finding Your Path to Survival, Success and Growth by John J.
Huber and Stephen V. Potter became a road map for using input and
metrics for planning programs. Huber's Hierarchy of Community
Needs shaped the library's goals and objectives, invigorated the staff
and made it a more visible presence in the community.
Speaker: Casey McPhee, Largo Public Library
Technical Services, Why Not Me? Tips and Tricks for
Accidental Technical Services Librarians
Organized by the Technical Services Group
Granada E
Librarians performing technical services duties are not always trained
in the various processes of technical services. This panel discussion will
review current library job descriptions that require knowledge of tech-
nical services, present the best continuing education resources availa-
ble to meet the demands of technical services and will include net-
working and professional development ideas for new librarians. Partic-
ipating panelists including new and experienced technical services
librarians will offer their own tips and tricks of the trade.
Speakers: Darla Asher, Saint Leo University; Alyssa N. Koclanes,
M.L.S., Eckerd College, Peter H. Armacost Library; Justin M. White,
MA, MLIS, Hodges University
Why Not GIF It to Students?: Using Pop Culture and
Graphic Image Files to Explain the Research Process
Granada GH
Serving the undergraduate students of today is one of the
primary missions of university libraries. Teaching students the re-
search process step-by-step through an online platform is a good way
to make research approachable, and even entertaining. Learn how to
develop a web page addressing these specific needs with Wix, a free
HTML editing service. The presentation will focus on the “friendliness”
component of the tool, rooted in its presentation of video tutorials,
casual writing style, GIFS, and other iconic pop culture images.
Speaker: Jasmine Spitler, Florida State University
Censorship and Comics: Why Not?
Granada I
What are the censorship challenges to graphic novels and
comics? The historical background of censorship and comics in the
United States will be discussed, including Fredric Wertham. Every year
the American Library Association documents hundreds of challenges
to books in schools and libraries in the United States. Jeff Smith’s
Bone, Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi, Saga by Brian K. Vaughan and
Maus by Art Spiegelman are some of the representative works dis-
cussed and the rationale censors give for challenging the texts.
Speaker: Michael Furlong, University of Central Florida
Play with Your Food: Cooking Programs for Kids & Teens
Plaza Real C
With a summer reading theme focusing on Wellness, Fitness, and
Sports, healthy eating can be an important component of library pro-
grams. Several libraries in Florida are already offering food-related
programming to children and teens, designed to improve their health
and wellness, introduce new and interesting foods, and teach them
about the importance of locally-sourced and natural foods. This panel
of youth librarians will describe their programs, including successes
and failures, and provide guidance on replicating those successes.
Speakers: Stacie Larson and Mary Daniels, Maitland Public Library;
Alexandra Phillips, St. John's County Public Library
Tuesday · Wednesday
Conversations That Matter
Organized by the Continuing Education Committee
Vista del Mar
The FLA Conversations That Matter Program will bring together experts
and attendees from various fields in an informal setting. This program
will feature experts leading discussions on topics of interest that include:
serving diverse populations, STEM programming, user experience (UX) in
libraries, branding & marketing your library, collaborating with outside
agencies, as well as an open forum table to allow for discussion on addi-
tional topics of interest to attendees.
Speakers: David Mather, Gulfport Public Library; Paul Stonebridge,
Pasco County Library; Carrie Moran, University of Central Florida; Maria
Atilano, University of North Florida; Adam Davis, Palm Beach County
Library System
4:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
Exhibitor Reception: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Appetizers and
cash bar)
4:30 — 5:30 p.m.
Poster Session 1
Colonnade
6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Alumni Receptions
FSU School of Information Alumni Reception
Vista del Mar
FSU’s iSchool welcomes alumni and friends to mingle with us at the
“Alumni Reception” to celebrate our 20th year anniversary of distance
learning.
USF School of Information Alumni Reception
Plaza Real C
Check at Conference Registration for details.
“For the Rest of Us”
Check at Conference Registration for details.
As colleagues gather at their annual FSU and USF Receptions, a new one
will be forming for those who did not graduate from those illustrious
library schools. It's a reception for... "The Rest of Us". Regardless where
you graduated from, come join "us" at the Mai Tai Bar, 250 N. Atlantic
Ave. on Tuesday night March 1, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wear your school
colors proudly and raise a toast to this new annual event!
7:30 p.m. — 10:15 p.m.
FLA After Hours Brew Tour
Hop on the FLA After Hours Bus and let the fun begin. We’ll make two
stops to sample some of Daytona’s best craft beer and enjoy some
snacks, too! SOLD OUT.
Wednesday, March 2
7:30 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Registration and Information Desk Open
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Yoga Fit
Pool Deck
Sign up at the Conference Registration Desk.
9:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open. Massage Chairs available.
7:30 a.m. — 9:30 a.m.
Mystery Writers Breakfast
Vista del Mar
Join members of the Florida Mystery Writers Association for breakfast
and hear about their latest books. Admission is free but seating is lim-
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ited. Ticketed event. Sponsored by Mystery Writers of America,
Florida Chapter.
Patrick Kendrick, scribe416@yahoo.com,
www.talesofpatrickkendrick.com
Paul Sinor, paul.sinor@gmail.com, www.sinorbooks.com
Carla Norton, cjnorton04@yahoo.com,
http://www.CarlaNorton.com
Terry Griffin, terrylbk@gmail.com,
http://www.hterrellgriffin.com
Lesley Diehl, LesDieh60@aol.com, www.lesleyadiehl.com
8:30 a.m. — 9:30 a.m.
Concurrent Sessions
Change, Communicate, Collaborate and Conform! Why
Not. What's stopping us from making some Customer
Service policies and procedures uniformed across all 40
institutions?
Granada AB
As the Public State Universities and Colleges move toward one unified
system in the Next-Gen ILS system, the FALSC Resource Sharing com-
mittee has been grappling with how to proceed with the 4 Cs:
CHANGE. COMMUNICATE. COLLABORATE. CONFORM. Let’s share
what is working for all of us already, and build from there. We are our
patron’s voices – let’s let them know we hear them.
Speakers: Rita Dickey, Tallahassee State College; Wendy Dover, Gulf
Coast State College; Wendy Ellis and Brenda Rutten, Florida Academic
Library Services Cooperative; Peggy Glatthaar, Florida Gulf Coast
University; Kristine Shrauger, University of Central Florida
Libraries Campaigning for Grade-Level Reading: Are you
at the table?
Granada C
While Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (CGLR) communities are
sprouting up all over Florida, many of our libraries are not at the plan-
ning tables. Libraries can benefit from participating in the CGLR by
strengthening school district relationships, forming community partner-
ships, and ensuring that funding libraries is at the forefront of local
policy makers minds. This session will provide an overview of the CGLR,
share Martin County Library System’s involvement in the campaign, and
highlight the positive impacts that have emerged from the campaign.
Speakers: Jennifer Salas, Martin County Library System; Jenn Faber,
Florida Children's Council
Fun-d Raising is Fun! Why Not?
Granada E
The Friends of the Largo Library will present a "soup to nuts" approach
to a successful FRIENDS group. We will include getting and keeping
members, volunteer recruitment, raising funds, and running a success-
ful book store and book sale. Topics such as volunteer training, mar-
keting, organizational techniques and fund raising will be discussed and
ideas shared. The Friends of Largo Library have donated over
$1,000,000 since its inception in 1979 and have given $45,000 toward
the library director's budget. Learn some of the interesting ways we
have achieved our mission to support the Largo library.
Speakers: Pat Bell and Iris Shalit, President, Friends of the Largo Library
The Need to Preserve: Challenges and Opportunities in
Collecting the History of a Young University
Granada F
Special Collections and University Archives are one of the main avenues
of support for alumni, university foundations, and attracting new stu-
dents. Special Collections demonstrate the level of importance the uni-
versity places on its history within the community, making collecting,
arranging, and preserving the history crucial to development. The task
of collecting historical documentation can be a challenge for a young
university. The challenges present opportunity for trained professional
to use new and innovation methods to collect archival materials.
Speakers: Aisha Johnson, University of North Florida; Melissa Minds
VandeBurgt, Florida Gulf Coast University; Victoria Thur, Florida
Atlantic University
Spice Up Storytime with Pura Belpre'!
Granada GH
Why not utilize the Pura Belpre’ Award to celebrate Hispanic culture in
Florida? Librarians can support Hispanic English Language Learners by
utilizing Pura Belpre’ Award books and linked activities for story time
and other programs. Visit this session to discover how these titles en-
hance multicultural collections and contribute to literary strategies. The
hands-on activities are guaranteed to captive the Hispanic English Lan-
guage Learner and promote the Latino cultural experience for everyone.
Helpful handouts included.
Speakers: Deborah Parrott, East Tennessee State University
Why Not Check Out Dogs?
Granada I
Libraries are more than books! Learn how your library can better serve
your community by expanding the items you offer. In this presentation
we will highlight our unique collections (musical instruments, S.T.E.A.M.
Kits, therapy dogs, among others), our policies and procedures for lend-
ing them, and practical tips for acquiring and maintaining them. Find
out how your loaning "realia" can spruce up your collection!
Speakers: Kiki Durney and Marisa Meale, Palm Harbor Library
9:30 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.
Session Break/Coffee with Exhibitors in Exhibit Hall
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North Ocean Parking Lot Entrance
View a Daytona International Speedway Pace Car: 11:00 a.m. -
6:00 p.m.
Volusia County Public Library Cruiser: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
10:30 a.m. — 12 noon
Concurrent Sessions
Bringing the Frames into Focus: Applying Threshold
Concepts in Library Instruction
Granada AB
The ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education pre-
sents opportunities and challenges for instruction librarians, so why not
take advantage of the chance to consider library instruction from a new
perspective? This interactive session will include an overview of the
frames and examples of practical ideas for application in library instruc-
tion. Participants will discuss how to apply threshold concepts in library
instruction, consider learning outcomes based on threshold concepts,
and share ideas for implementing the Framework.
Speakers: Jacalyn Bryan and Elana Karshmer, Saint Leo University;
Diane Fulkerson, USF Sarasota Manatee; Mark Marino, State College of
Florida Manatee Sarasota; Ava Brillat, University of Miami; Kelli Herm,
Tallahassee Community College
Mystery Writers Break Out Session
Granada C
Friends Sharing with Friends
Organized by the Friends, Foundations and Boards Member Group
Granada F
This program consists of three lightening rounds. These 9 - 10 minute
rounds will be comprised of former or current FF&B board members.
They will share their positive and successful experiences with board
development and the advantages of having members from diverse back-
grounds. Making board meetings more strategic and not just reviewing
past accomplishments. And thirdly take action steps to accomplish your
new goals and strategies. How do we attract more dynamic and strategic
board members? WHY NOT change stagnation to creation? Rounds will
be moderated and will be sharing experiences, interactive questions/
answers with the audience and practical tips and pointers. Takeaways
and handout will be provided.
Speakers: Deborah Hohler and John Gargotta, Friends of Broward Coun-
ty Libraries
Why Not....Grow Your Own Academic Library Scholarly
Communication Program?
Granada GH
How does an academic library go about growing its own Scholarly Com-
munication (SC) program with no budget, no staff, no dedicated office
space, no partners, and no experience? The University of Central Florida
Libraries responded to such a challenge during 2012-15 by creating a
grassroots SC program staffed by a volunteer 20-member library faculty
advisory group and creating an innovative “Research Lifecycle” model to
help define an evolving menu of SC resources and services that could be
turned on, as available, to UCF constituents.
Speakers: Barbara Tierney, John Venecek, Buenaventura Basco, Lee
Dotson and Sarah Norris, Uniniversity of Central Florida Libraries.
Slimming Down: Why Not Feed Your Need to Weed?
Granada I
As library collections build over time, libraries periodically find them-
selves with a dilemma: do we expand our building space or reduce our
collection? Three panelists from varying sized academic libraries will
discuss all aspects of reducing the footprint of a print collection, includ-
ing data driven needs assessment, consideration of alternative delivery
mechanisms such as e-book PDA, strategies for undertaking the project,
and what to do with the materials once they are removed from your
collection.
Speakers: Valerie Boulos, Florida International University;
Michael A. Arthur; Michael A. Arthur, University of Central Florida;
Judy Born, State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
Performers Showcase
Plaza Real C
Preview live performances delivered onstage by entertainers who
present shows for libraries across Florida. Chat with the performers at
their meet-and-greet tables.
Guerilla Storytime
Verdana Lounge
Storytime facilitators will want to make time to join in this activity to
share and learn with each other. Guerilla Storytimes result in a flurry of
impromptu idea-sharing and storytime best practices. Join in the fun.
Speakers: Nancy Brockman and Heather Ogilvie, Northwest Regional
Library System.
Leadership Voices
Organized by the Leadership Development Committee
This will be the 6th Annual Leadership Voices legacy program. This
roaming program will give conference attendees the opportunity to
record their thoughts on leadership and innovation. The specific ques-
tion is based on the theme of the annual conference. Recorded an-
swers with photos of participants will be available after the conference
on the FLA website and aim to inspire. This program allows librarians
from diverse institutions to offer unique insight on management and
project experience.
11:00 a.m. — 12 noon
Poster Session 2
Colonnade
15. Wednesday
11:30 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Lunch for Sale in Exhibit Hall
Make New friends and network!
Cash Lunch—$8 inclusive of tax
Chef’s Salad
Mediterranean Salad
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap
Veggie Wrap
Turkey Wrap
Beverage Station ($3 per can or bottled water)
12 noon — 1:30 p.m.
Friends, Foundations and Boards Annual Award
Luncheon
Vista del Mar
Annual luncheon, business meeting, election of new officers and
awards for FF&B. There are five award categories; website, news-
letter, membership, special projects and outstanding program. At
1:30 p.m., move to Granada AB for the Librarian as Candidate, by
EveryLibrary's John Chrastka.
1:30 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
The Librarian as
Candidate - Lessons
from the Campaign Trail
Organized by the Legislative
Committee
Granada AB
Are you looking for new ways
to activate advocates for
your library and engage li-
brary constituents around
state-wide issues? Join John
Chrastka, executive director
of EveryLibrary, the first
nationwide political action
committee for libraries, as he
exposes tools and techniques from the campaign trail to energize,
focus, and improve your library advocacy efforts. Learn new approach-
es that resonate with the public and elected officials. The key is un-
derstanding that the image of librarians is as important as the image
of the library. Come and learn how to market yourself to all your con-
stituents - not just users - and help reframe your work in the eyes of
the public and funders.
Speaker: John Chrastka, Executive Director of EveryLibrary.
1:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
Librarians without Borders: Embedded Librarianship at the
Palm Beach County Library System
Granada C
In February 2015, the Palm Beach County Library System initiated a six-
month Embedded Librarian pilot program. Nine librarians were selected
and paired with county government departments to provide research on
topics ranging from the pros/cons of lifting the Cuba embargo to the ben-
efits of using turf grass in public parks. In this program, we will review
outcomes of the six-month pilot project, and what best practices can be
used to adapt an embedded librarianship program in any library setting.
Speakers: Jayme Bosio and Adam Davis, Palm Beach County Library Sys-
tem
Why Knot? Tying the Community Together with Unique
Library Programming
Granada E
Explore ways to reinvent programming and think outside the box using
your own resources and community partnerships. Hear about how OCLS
locations have harvested existing, internal and external, resources to cre-
ate previously untapped programming. Learn about specific program op-
portunities that could be replicated at your library regardless of the socio-
economic challenges and demographics of your location. Become the
knot that holds the community together.
Speakers: Tammy Erikstrup, Danielle King and Carolyn McClendon,
Orange County Library System
Flipping Library Instruction on Its Head: A New
Approach to Teaching
Granada F
Are you frustrated with limited instructional class time that makes it diffi-
cult for students to actively research their topics? The librarians at Santa
Fe College have found a solution through the flipped classroom approach.
This presentation will cover our methods for flipping library instruction,
how we partnered with faculty and ideas for the future. You can learn
more about the flipped approach ahead of time at http://tinyurl.com/
FLAflip, and then join us for our discussion (flip flops optional)!
Speakers: Diana Matthews, Santa Fe College; Lisa Campbell, L.W. Tyree
Library, Santa Fe College
How Librarians Can Be the Most Powerful People on
Wikipedia
Granada GH
Wikipedia is a fact of life in the 21st century, and patrons expect infor-
mation professionals to be familiar with the world's most popular infor-
mation source on the internet. This program is not designed to argue the
merits of Wikipedia or its usefulness compared to other materials you can
find in the library, it is designed to show librarians how to navigate the
site itself, both as a reader and as an editor. The program, presented by
a 10-year veteran Wikipedia administrator, will provide basic tools to the
librarian to help the integrate Wikipedia into their library, whether as part
of the reference interview, information literacy presentation, academic
curriculum, or other library program.
Speaker: Robert Fernandez, Saint Leo University
Why Not Have Robotics At Your Library?
Granada I
Robotics, a field normally reserved for die-hard technology
enthusiasts, has now been embraced by libraries all over the country. This
session will include: The different types of robotics programs your library
can host, logistics of robotics program, establishing and planning a FIRST
Lego League team, the importance of volunteers and sponsors, triumphs
and challenges of robotics programming, hands-on session working with a
Lego Mindstorms robots.
Speaker: Taynisha Berenguer, Hillsborough County Library Services
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16. Wednesday
2:00 p.m. — 2:45 p.m.
Colonnade
Session Break
2:15 p.m. — 3:15 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
FLA Committee Speed Dating
Vista del Mar
One of the great benefits of being a member of FLA is participating on
or leading a Committee. Come and hear about all of the interesting
projects the FLA Committees members are working on. At this fast
paced session you'll have the opportunity to spend a few minutes with
each one. Non-members are welcome too!
Speakers: Gene Coppola, Palm Harbor Library; FLA Committee Chairs
Outreach Across the Ages: Developing Programs and
Partnerships for Adults from 18 to 80
Organized by the Outreach and Programming Member Group
Granada C
This presentation on behalf of the Outreach and Programming Mem-
ber Group will describe how an academic and a public library have
tackled the daunting task of reaching out to their various adult popula-
tions. These include first time in college (FTIC) students, millennials,
and older adults, especially those with special needs. Reconsider your
approach to outreach with librarians who have made a difference in
the communities they serve.
Speakers: Maria Atilano, University of North Florida; Kayla Kuni, New
Port Richey Public Library
Code For Every Librarian
Granada E
Coding is the number one skill in demand today worldwide. It’s the
new literacy. Why not learn some code? We'll discuss how with just a
few lines of code you can edit websites, write blogs, and customize
Web services like the OPAC, discovery tools, LibGuides, and other
vendor systems to enhance your web presence. You will learn some
practical HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Leave with real-world working
examples and ideas about how you might start using code in your
library's projects today.
Speakers: Cheryl Wolfe, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library;
James Day, Hunt Library Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Retirees in the Know and on the Go!
Organized by the Library Retirees Member Group
Granada F
Would you like to know more about financial planning and manage-
ment for your "golden" years? And would you like to hear about some
interesting things to do during your retirement? This year’s program
will provide both! A financial planner, Nate Handlin, will present the
"30,000 foot view" to help prepare for a sound retirement. Sarah P.
Gibson, author of How To Become a Traveling Librarian will discuss
international library opportunities. The program is open to all who
have or have not yet retired. Audience participation is always wel-
comed.
Speakers: Nate Handlin; Sarah Gibson Prescott, Author, International
Librarianship
Reading Buddies
Granada GH
Reading Buddies is a series of six weekly programs that partners teens
and young children to increase social and reading skills. During this
presentation, we will share how this program was developed, as well
as tips, tricks, and considerations for starting a Reading Buddies type
program.
Speakers: Susan Mankowski and Kimberly Kirkland, Jacksonville Public
Library
Sew What
Granada I
Libraries that have a sewing center can offer innovative tie-in programs
and hands-on classes to patrons of all ages. Learn what we did right and
what we did wrong (and why you really, really need tweezers)! We’ll
share full details on what supplies are necessary and what programs
have been our most popular. This session will demonstrate how you can
take what we’ve learned and apply it to your library or makerspace.
Speakers: Kelly Nagle and Lori Rumore, Tampa-Hillsborough Public Li-
brary
Virtual Exhibits: Connecting Digital Content to a Gallery
Experience – Why Not?
Plaza Real C
The session will cover collaboration between Archives & Special Collec-
tions and Library Technology to expand the reach of gallery exhibitions
to a global audience by creating virtual exhibits. Presenters will share
solutions to repurpose existing digital content held within the reposito-
ry, and displaying it in a manner that offers viewers a virtual experience
extending beyond digital objects and etadata. The presentation will also
demonstrate that virtual exhibitions are feasible for public and academ-
ic libraries.
Speakers: Guy Cicinelli, Melissa Minds VandeBurgt and Parker Fruehan,
Florida Gulf Coast University
3:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Poster Session 3
Colonnade
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17. Wednesday
3:15 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Refreshment Break
Exhibit Finale. Final opportunity to meet and thank exhibitors
for their support.
Stop by the FLA Table during the day to sign up for the Past
Presidents Drawing for FLA Bucks. FLA Bucks can be used at
the President's Beachside Reception for the Silent Auction or
Wine/Beer Toss. Drawing will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the
Exhibit Hall. You must be present to win.
3:30 p.m. — 4:45 p.m.
Lightning Rounds
Plaza Real C
Join this fast-paced program, where your peers share their experience
and knowledge in timed presentations.
4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
So You Have to Write a Strategic Plan: Why Not Make It
Interesting?
Granada AB
Writing a strategic plan can seem like a daunting and boring project.
But it doesn’t have to be. There are many innovative ways to develop
a workable strategic plan that are interesting, involve staff and other
stakeholders, and may even be fun! The presenter will offer practical
advice on interesting planning techniques, such as scenarios and ap-
preciative inquiry. She will illustrate the talk with examples in the
library world. Attendees will leave with some tips for trying new planning
ideas.
Speaker: Anne Casey, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Curriculum Specialist K-12 in your library…Why Not?
Using Formal Education to Improve Library Youth
Programs
Granada C
In light of the rapid changes in educational standards, OCLS has hired a
teacher from the county school district to improve the quality of youth
programming at the library. In this presentation, participants will learn
how to evaluate the educational quality of youth programs; conduct
pre- and post-testing to demonstrate outcomes; improve presentation
skills for children's programming; and interpret and employ education-
al standards in library programs. Participants will hear tips and tricks
from the classroom and best teaching practices.
Speaker: Nicole Suarez, Orange County Library System
Academic Librarians and Personal Branding: Providing
Meaningful Outreach through Social Media
Granada E
Learn about an academic librarian’s attempts to use social media as a
tool for creating meaningful connections with patrons while enhancing
one’s personal brand as a subject specialist. Two case studies will be
featured; one in which she joined a graduate student Facebook group
for an academic year, and another in which she maintained a Twitter
account to promote her role as the journalism librarian, having more
than 600 interactions with patrons. Best practices will be discussed as
well as challenges, lessons learned and future goals.
Speaker: April Hines, University of Florida
Building and Providing Research Data Management
Services: A Framework for Everyone
Granada F
Federal funding agencies, such as the National Science Foundation and
National Institute of Health, are requiring grant applicants to include
plans for managing and sharing their research data. More specifically,
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the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) has directed any
Federal agency with over $100 million in annual research and develop-
ment expenditures to develop a plan to support increased public access
to the results of research funded by the Federal Government. These
emerging requirements are forcing researchers to reconsider how they
preserve, document and provide access to research data related to their
projects. During this session, we will detail the process and evolution of
developing RDM support on a shoestring budget. Attendees will be able
to take the ideas and practices from this presentation and, hopefully,
apply them to their own institution.
Speakers: Renaine Julian, Stacey Mantooth and Micah Vandegrift, Flori-
da State University Libraries
Career 411 - Why Not Jump Start Your Career?
Organized by FLA's Membership and Library Career Development Com-
mittees
Vista del Mar
Ready to take your career to the next level? Preparing for your next
career move? We can help! Drop by this session and get advice and
mentoring in the areas of YOUR choosing such as resume and cover
letter writing and review, where to find information for that first job,
and even how to change jobs. Stop by and get the answers that you
seek! Sessions will be staffed by a team of skilled and experienced pro-
fessionals in the field who want to help you to succeed.
Speakers: Leah Plocharczyk, Florida Atlantic University; Melanie Higgins,
Orange County Library System; Michael Rodriguez, Hodges University;
Laura Spears, Leila Gibradze, Portia McQueen and Pamala Doffek, Florida
State University; Mark Hohnadel, Jacksonville Public Library; Alan Korn-
blau, Delray Beach Public Library; Robin Etter, Lake Sumter State College;
Martina Brawer, Florida Library Association; Rachel Cooke, Florida Gulf
Coast University; Timothy Bottorff, University of Central Florida
5:30 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
President’s
Beachside
Reception
Grab a lei, dance to the
steel drum and taste the
exotic flavors of the
islands at the President’s
Beachside Reception.
Along with our beloved
wine toss and the silent
auction, this year we’ll toast our President under the stars and feel
ocean breezes swirl around us. Wear your best Hawaiian shirt and san-
dals; we’re setting up the limbo sticks and putting the pig on the
spit. Conference badge required.
7:15 p.m. — 8:30 p.m.
President’s Suite
President’s Get Together
FLA Board President, Gene Coppola, invites you in his suite for drinks,
snacks and mingling.
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Thursday, March 3
7:30 a.m. — 12 noon
Registration and Information Desk Open
7:00 a.m. — 8:00 a.m.
Fun Run
Join your fellow colleagues from around the state for a morning beach
run. Runners and walkers are invited to take a 2 mile run/stroll down
and back beautiful Daytona Beach. Check at Conference Registration
Desk for where to meet.
7:30 a.m. — 8:30 a.m.
OCLC Breakfast (Invitation Only)
Vista del Mar
8:00 a.m. — 8:30 a.m.
Coffee Klatch
Grand Colonnade
8:00 a.m. — 9:45 a.m.
FLA CyberZone
Colonnade
Experience cutting edge technology at the CyberZone.
8:00 a.m. — 9:30 a.m.
Concurrent Sessions
Putting the ACRL Framework to Work
Granada AB
During the 2014 -2015 academic year, the Florida International Uni-
versity (FIU) participated in the Assessment in Action (AiA) Research
Grant Project. This project served as the basis for the development
and application of the FIU Information Literacy Framework based on a
working draft of the 2015 ACRL IL Framework. The University of Miami
joined AiA in 2015-2016 with a project focused on delivering service to
students in the Intensive English Program. This presentation will share
two universities’ AiA projects and their experiences with partnering
with faculty and departments in cross-campus action learning projects
focused on students’ information literacy skills.
Speakers: Holly Morganelli, Melissa Del Castillo, Chris Cannella, and
Carlos Fernandez, Florida International University and Ava Brillat,
University of Miami.
How Effortless Can It Be? S.T.E.A.M Programs for
Preschoolers
Granada C
Since 2014, the Youth Services Department of the Manatee County
Central Library has been presenting monthly preschool STEAM pro-
gramming. We will review the topics and activities that we have pre-
sented over the past two years, while sharing resource lists and what
we have learned from our successes and our challenges. Come join us
to discover just how do-able a preschool STEAM program is, using
items that you may already have in your supply closet!
Speakers: Renee Stokes and Julie Farmer, Manatee County
Public Library System
Showing Seinfeld Episode “The Library”
Granada E
Get comfortable and take a little break. Gather with friends and
colleagues to the infamous Seinfeld Episode called “The Library.”
Writers Corner: Connecting Local Authors
Granada F
Discover how libraries can offer writing events to inspire your creative
community. The Orange County Library System (OCLS) supports aspir-
ing writers, with the creation of a program series called The Writer’s
Corner. Topics will include: research, querying, finding a literary
agent, and book promotion, presented with the assistance of local
authors. Learn about the development of a homegrown e-book
platform called ePulp, supporting local authors and connecting them
with readers.
Speakers: Christine Lindler, Sarah Fisk and Zachary Rupprath, Orange
County Library System
Servant Leadership for top Performing Libraries: Why
Not?
Granada GH
Want to grow your skills as an authentic leader? Interested in develop-
ing a strong, confident, loyal team? If you answered yes to any of
these questions this presentation is for you. Come learn how servant
leadership, hailed as one of the most beneficial leadership styles of
our era, is being use by fortune 100 leaders in our country. Find out
how this can influence your staff to develop strong service attitudes,
while demonstrating commitment and loyalty to the library, even in
the face of change.
Speaker: Ava Barrett, Hendry County Cooperative Library System
Visualize Your Data Effectively with Data Visualizations,
Infographics, and WordClouds
Granada I
Libraries are using data visualizations to advocate, inform,
entertain, teach, and communicate effectively to their communities.
Participants will learn how libraries are using data visualizations, what
skills are needed to create them, and how librarians are key players in
the current visual literacy movement. With abundant tools available,
everyone can become a skilled data viz expert and produce eye-
catching, provocative presentations.
Speaker: Jorge Perez, Florida international University
Thursday
19. Thursday
Why Not Host Library Programs Outside the Library?
Plaza Real C
Everyone says, “Library programs should be held at the library.” At the
Palm Beach County Library System (PBCLS) we’ve decided to take our
programs out into the community. For the second year PBCLS has
hosted Book Life, a series of events that bring books to life. Eight
books are selected and events that relate to the books are held in the
community during the fall months. The events are “loosely” tied to the
themes or topics in the books -- high tea (Longbourne by Jo Baker), an
art deco walking tour (Art Deco of Palm Beaches, by Sharon Koskoff), a
graveyard tour (Frankenstein, by Mary Shelley) are just a few exam-
ples. The presentation will focus on how the books are selected, how
we generate program ideas, develop the partnerships and engage the
community.
Speakers: Nicole Hughes and James Larson, Palm Beach County
Library System
9:30 a.m. — 9:45 a.m.
Colonnade
Session Break
9:45 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
Concurrent Sessions
Venture Club: Entrepreneurial Program for Youth
Emphasizing Community Connections and Process Over
Product
Granada AB
Venture Club is a children’s entrepreneurial program recently piloted
at the John F. Germany Public Library. Over a period of several ses-
sions, participants learned basic entrepreneurial concepts through
hands-on activities, interactions with the local entrepreneur and busi-
ness community and through the development of their very own busi-
ness ideas. This presentation will provide everything you need to get
this program started at your library, including ideas for curriculum,
resources, and tips for connecting with business-minded volunteers.
Speaker: Laura Doyle, Tampa-Hillsborough County Public
Library
Use-Driven Acquisitions Planning for the SUS Libraries:
Here We Go Again!
Granada C
A panel of librarians representing the Collections Advisory Committee
(CAC) of the Florida Council of State University
Libraries will provide a summary of efforts to develop shared acquisi-
tion plans for the SUS library consortium. The first half of the program
will provide a background on key initiatives that conceptualized the
principles for collaborative collection building, then include a summary
of the success and limitations of an innovative shared PDA e-book plan
that ran from 2013-2015. The second half of the program will focus on
the status and early returns from newly launched plans developed by
the CAC to reduce duplication, share content, and improve return on
investment (ROI) of library budgets, with an eye on setting future
strategies for the consortium.
Speakers: Valerie Boulos, Florida International University; Steven
Carrico, University of Florida; Rebecca Donlan, Florida Gulf Coast Uni-
versity; Shari Johnson, University of West Florida; Alison Piper,
University of Florida; Roy Ziegler, Florida State University
From the Ground Up: Growing Healthy Eaters
Granada D
Participants will learn how to plan, finance and develop library garden
programs to educate patrons on horticulture and healthy eating. Li-
brarian Joseph Gremillion at the North Lauderdale Saraniero Library
will discuss the planning, development and implementation of a com-
munity garden and nutrition program.
Speaker: Yossi Gremillion, Broward County Public Library
Collaborating for Success! Building a Digital Learning
Object Repository
Granada E
At the Florida State College at Jacksonville, the Library and the Center
for e-Learning collaborated to build a searchable repository of digital
learning objects for faculty to easily locate and upload into their courses.
In this program, the librarians will outline the way they developed an
authoritative system of tagging and organizing these resources. Addi-
tionally, the Center for e-Learning staff will address how to create in-
structional information for online students in a format that is under-
standable, usable and accessible.
Speakers: Shannon Dew, Inez Whipple, Barbara Markham and Ian
Vanhoof, Florida State College at Jacksonville
Vendor/Library Relationships: What Works, What
Doesn't, and Why Not?
Granada F
Have you ever wondered how to cultivate good vendor/library commu-
nication? Do you know the strategies to use to yield positive results
when handling delicate vendor disputes? This 60 minute up-beat presen-
tation will discuss the best and worst practices surrounding vendor/
library relationships from a technical services’ perspective. Knowing the
strategies to implement may assist your workflow and help to create a
feeling of Zen at the end of the day. We will address the techniques that
work, the ones that don’t, and why not!
Speakers: Sandy Avila, Brittany O'Neill and Stephanie Bertone, Barry
University School of Law
Why Not Play Ball? When Athletes and Librarians Play
Together, Everyone Wins
Granada GH
Who are the last students you expect to see in a university
library? Probably athletes. Tight schedules structured around classes,
homework, practices, and athletic events, leave student athletes very
little free time. Because they have their own academic support struc-
ture, libraries often don’t reach out to Athletics. Join librarians and
athletic academic support staff from UNF to hear what happens when
they team up to support student success. Come prepared to share your
stories of successful collaboration with an unlikely partner.
Speakers: Stephanie Race, Lisandra Carmichael and Cat Silvers, Universi-
ty of North Florida Library; Nancy Miller, University of North Florida Ath-
letics Department
Battle the Slide: Why Not Fulfill our Mission?
Granada I
North Miami Beach Library accepted last year’s challenge to focus on the
library’s educational mission. Partnering with fellow librarians NMB was
able to deliver original reading comprehension content & motivate ele-
mentary age children to read. With up to date results, NMB was able to
gauge student success, comprehension, maintenance & gain during the
summer month thus battling the infamous Summer Slide. From initiation
to motivation, international recognition, Library’s mission presentation
before the Governing Body & program distribution will be shared.
Speakers: Edenia Hernandez, North Miami Beach Library; Hong Huang,
University of South Florida; Sam KW Chu, University of Hong Kong
FLA Public Library Outcomes and Standards Committee
Program
Plaza Real C
Join this discussion about use of the new 2015 Public Library Standards
and Outcomes. Discuss tips and insights for best practices for use/
implementation of the Standards.
Speaker: Susan Dillinger, New Port Richey Public Library
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20. Bringing Everyone to the Table: Supporting Inclusion and
Diversity in Our Communities
Vista del Mar
What more can we do to be inclusive of all people in our communities?
How can we advocate for diversity? Please join us for a panel presenta-
tion and discussion with speakers from UCF's Office of Diversity and
Inclusion, Bethune-Cookman University, and the FLA Black Caucus. To-
gether we will explore the themes of diversity and inclusion, plus learn
how each institution has integrated these values into how they connect
with their communities.
Speakers: Barbara E. Thompson, University of Central Florida; Dr.
Michelle D. Thompson, Bethune-Cookman University; Greg Sidberry,
Chair, FLA Black Caucus
11:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
CLOSING SESSION
Plaza Real AB
Join us for the Annual FLA Business Meeting and Awards Session. Lunch
included with registration. Conference badge required.
A special thank you to Angell & Phelps, Daytona's premier chocolatier,
for their assistance in providing the chocolate book favor for this year's
conference.
The FLA Board Meeting will start a half hour after the end
of the Closing Session.
FLA Board Meeting
Vista del Sol
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Thank You to Our Sponsors
Gale, a part of Cengage Learning
Driving-Tests.org
Mystery Writers of America - Florida Chapter
Brainfuse
Harvard Jolly Architecture
OCLC
Daytona International Speedway
Wolters Kluwer Health - Ovid
Florida Academic Library Services Cooperative (FALSC)
Davidson Titles, Inc.
2016 Business Members
Atlantic Coast Theatre (A.C.T.) For Youth
Baker & Taylor
Creative Arts, Inc.
Driving-Tests.org
EBSCO Information Services
Harvard Jolly Architecture
Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A.
Midwest Tape
Owen-Ames-Kimball Company
Quality Books, Inc./Higgins4Books
R. George & Associates
Workspace Technology, Inc.
WT Cox Information Services
Thursday
22. Poster
Number Title Presenter
Tuesday, March 1, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
1 Is This Thing On? New Approaches for Staff Technology Training Alison Harris, Chris Sturgeon
2 Peer Educators in the Library Heather Snapp
3
Coloring from the Heart: Starting an Adult Coloring Program in Your
Library
Mary Beth Isaacson
4 Homeschool Huddle Heather Ogilvie, Anna Taylor
5 Running a One Bot Shop: Starting a 3D Printing Program Stacey Mantooth
6
Drafting a blueprint for student savings: leveraging library resources to
reduce textbook costs
Stacey Ewing, Melissa Clapp, April
Hines, Richard Saltzburg, Colleen
Seale
7 Why Not Help Create the Next FLA Strategic Plan?
Anne Casey, Marilyn Graham,
Amy Weiss
8 Cost vs. Benefit Analysis of On-Premise Café in Public Libraries Colleen Whittall
Wednesday, March 2, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
9
Lifelong Learning @ the Library: Engage Your Faculty with the Public
Patron
Robin Etter
10 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Tamara Lyhne, Karen Payano
11 Florida Libraries…Pedal Power. Why Not Kristin Heifner, Charlanne Purdy
12 21st
Century Young Adult Volunteers, Why Not? Katherine Kastanis, Olivia Wilson
13 Collaborative Grant-Seeking in Libraries Bess de Farber
14
Engaging the Digital Scholar – Tools to Chat, Text, Email & Video Con-
ference your way to Virtual Success
Penny Cairns, Kelly Robinson
15
When the Amazing Race has run its course: Reinvisioning a large-scale
library orientation
Nancy Schuler, Kim Copenhaver, Carl
DiNardo, Alyssa Koclanes
16
Why Not Repurpose Your Stacks Space? Creating New Collaborative
Library Spaces While Protecting Collections
John Abresch
Wednesday, March 2, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
17 Family Friendly Study Space Patricia Morris
18 Guide on the Side: Creating Innovative & Interactive Tutorials Jacalyn Bryan
19
Promoting Digital Literacy in High School and Undergraduate Students
using Online Exhibits
Michelle McClure, Susan Alteri
20
Early Exposure: Introducing Toddlers and Preschoolers to a Second
Language
Alyson Murray, Viviana Valencia-
Serrano
21 Healthy Patrons + Healthy Staff = Healthy Winter Park Ruth D. Edwards, Melissa Schneider
22 Exploring New Realms Resulting in Campus-Wide Events Sarah Hamill
23 If You’ve Got the Space, and Can Find the Money, Why Not? Deborah Shafer, Cindy Fouraker
24
Readying the Workforce: How Library Internships can Help Young Adults
Jump-start Their Careers
Silence Bourn, Sara Gonzalez
Poster Sessions
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23. Exhibitor Information
Start your engines....
FLA 2016 TRADESHOW
OPPORTUNITIES TO NETWORK WITH INDUSTRY SUPPLIERS
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! Don't miss this opportunity to connect with friends, support FLA and discover
new concepts and solutions to help grow your library and career. The 2016 track showcases 70 exclusive
vendors who are ready to feature a wide-array of new trends and industry products and services.
HIGHLIGHTS
Speed out of the gate to our Opening Welcome Reception on Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Refuel at our refreshment breaks on Wednesday (9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:-00 p.m.)
As you take another lap, grab a cash for purchase lunch on Wednesday (11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
Make a pitstop at our Massage Station open anytime on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Compete in various exhibitor raffles
Watch the checkered flag for FLA announcements and scholarship award recognitions
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Tuesday, March 1, 2016: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 2, 2016: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
EBSCO Information Services, Table 1
www.EBSCO.com
Elise Gold, egold@ebsco.com
EBSCO provides e-journal, e-book and e-journal package and
print subscriptions, e-resource management tools, full-text and
secondary databases, and related services for all types of librar-
ies, research organizations and corporations.
Recorded Books, Table 2
www.recordedbooks.com
Dave Lysinger, dlysinger@recordedbooks.com
Recorded Books provides ebooks, audiobooks, language-learning
programs, films and other products for public and university
libraries. RBdigital from Recorded Books offers electronic
resources and digital databases.
The Book Farm, Inc., Table 3
www.thebookfarminc.com
Maureen Wells, salesdept@thebookfarminc.com
Prebound and trade titles for public libraries and schools. Educa-
tional toys and puzzles, and puppets.
Comprise Technologies, Table 4
www.CompriseTechnologies.com
Kirsten Boehm, kboehm@comprisetechnologies.com
Comprise Technologies is a provider of software and technology
to public libraries, offering the only PCI-Compliant Unified Pay-
ment System compatible with every leading ILS.
OCLS/Right Service at the Right Time, Table 5
rightservicefl.org
Donna Bachowski, bachowski.donna@ocls.info
The Right Service at the Right Time is an award winning, grant
funded, interactive website designed to help Floridians who are
in need of social and government services.
Niche Academy, Table 6
www.nicheacademy.com
Jeromy Wilson, jeromy@nicheacademy.com
Niche Academy provides promotional and educational tools to
help libraries increase utilization of their electronic resources and
other services provided by the library. Page 23
Magazine Subscription Service Agency, Table 8
www.magazinesubservagy.com
Richard Emmons, info@mssa-fl.com
We are a small, independent subscription service. We handle over
250,000 publications. Our Terms of Sale are “We will HONOR or
MATCH the LOWEST available price regardless of source.”
Ingram Content Group, Table 9
www.ingramcontent.com/libraries
Stephanie Lund, stephanie.lund@ingramcontent.com
With the largest inventory in the book industry, Ingram delivers inno-
vative systems, expertise, and precise assistance in developing and
maintaining your library’s collection.
LYRASIS, Table 10
www.lyrasis.org
Kenna Juliani, kenna.juliani@lyrasis.org
LYRASIS is one of the largest non-profit membership organizations in
the world serving archives, libraries and museums, working collabo-
ratively to create and offer value, leadership and technology for col-
lections-holding institutions.
New Readers Press, Table 11
www.newreaderspress.com
Mary Anderson, manderson@proliteracy.org
New Readers Press, publishing division of ProLiteracy Worldwide,
is a leader in adult education with dynamic resources for ABE, ELL,
Pre-HSE,GED, staff development, and weekly newspaper, News
for You.
Mergent, Inc., Table 12
www.mergent.com
Karlyn Johnston, karlyn.johnston@mergent.com
For over 100 years, Mergent has been known to be a trusted partner
to academic, corporate, public and financial professionals and institu-
tions globally.
Center Pointe Large Print, Table 13
www.centerpointlargeprint.com
Cheryl Arute, carute@centerpointlargeprint.com
Library Quality large print books made in the USA.
24. Exhibitor Information
University Press of Florida, Tables 14 & 15
www.upf.com
Samantha Zaboski, sz@upf.com
Outstanding books on history, culture, literature, the arts, natural
history, gardening, and cooking in the Southeast and beyond.
Turtleback Books, Table 16
www.turtleback.com
Paul Yemm, pyemm@turtleback.com
At Turtleback Books we are dedicated to providing children and
adults with the most popular literature in a sturdy hardcover
library binding created for the highly demanding school and library
environment.
Image One Corporation, Table 17
www.image-1.com
Michael Lutz, mlutz@image-1.com
We specialize in content management. Image One sells and services
microfilm reader equipment along with paper and film scanning ser-
vices.
Midwest Tape, Table 18
www.midwesttapes.com
Eric Timm, etimm@midwesttape.com
Digital platform hoopla, provider of Movies, Music, Audio Book, Pro-
cessing, and cataloging to public libraries .
Today's Business Solutions, Table 19
singlecard.com
Vivienne Porter, vporter@singlecard.com
TBS providers of high-tech library solutions; enhancing patrons expe-
rience with computer reservation, mobile printing, print manage-
ment, scan station, Fees/Fines Payment with PCI Compliant Credit/
Debit Card payment solutions.
Transparent Language, Inc., Table 20
www.transparent.com
Lauren Gancarz, lgancarz@transparent.com
Transparent Language builds language-learning software in over 100
languages for educational institutions, libraries, corporations, gov-
ernment organizations, and individuals.
Northern Micrographics, Table 21
www.normicro.com
Colleen Lubinsky, colleen.lubinsky@nmt.com
For over 60 years Northern Micographics has been providing micro-
filming, digital preservation, data conversion, hosting services and
products to the library community.
Innovative, Table 22
www.iii.com
Anne Mason, amason@iii.com
Innovative (www.iii.com) is dedicated to providing leading technolo-
gy solutions and services that empower libraries and enrich their
users worldwide.
Oxford University Press, Table 23
www.oup.com/us
Amy Hugo, gab.exhibitions.us@oup.com
Oxford University Press is one of the world's leading innovators in
online academic research, publishing innovative reference works and
over 300 highly-cited journals. Stop by our table for more
information.
Wolters Kluwer Health – Ovid, Table 24
www.ovid.com
Diane Campagnes, diane.campagnes@wolterskluwer.com
Wolters Kluwer Health - Ovid is an information provider offering
online allied health, nursing and medical journals, books and data-
bases to colleges and universities, medical and nursing schools and
public libraries.
Gale, a part of Cengage Learning, Table 25
www.gale.com
Shannon Ostrowski, shannon.ostrowski@cengage.com
Gale,a part of Cengage Learning, serves the world's information and
education needs through its dynamic content pools, which are used
in libraries, schools and online.
Brainfuse, Table 26
www.brainfuse.com
Jack Rothstein, jrothstein@brainfuse.com
Brainfuse is America's leading provider of live online tutoring and
online job search for your patrons.
Brodart Co., Table 27
www.brodart.com
Amanda Anderson, amanda.anderson@brodart.com
Driven by 75 years of experience as a leader of library needs, Brodart
continuously raises the bar to upgrade institutions with books, sup-
plies, and furniture, while always providing unparalleled support.
Florida Academic Library Services Cooperative (FALSC), Table 28
https://libraries.flvc.org/
Linda S. McCarthy, lmccarthy@flvc.org
The Florida Academic Library Services Cooperative (FALSC)
operates the automated, centralized library system and statewide e-
resources collection used by all public college and university libraries
in Florida.
Creative Arts Unlimited, Tables 29 & 30
www.creativearts.inc.com
Chuck Stanmore, chuck@creativeartsinc.com
Complete, turnkey, design-build services for library interior environ-
ments. Furniture, fixtures, digital interactives, graphic panels and
modular room dividers.
SirsiDynix, Table 31
www.sirsidynix.com
Bacari Nelson, bacari.nelson@sirsidynix.com
For more than 30 years, libraries have used SirsiDynix technologies to
bring the power of their collections to their communities.
Scannx, Inc., Table 32
www.scannx.com
John Dexter, john.dexter@scannx.com
Scannx develops easy-to-use, yet powerful book-scanning solutions
for public & university libraries.
Wiley, Table 33
onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Barbara Jo Taylor, btaylor@wiley.com
Wiley is a global provider of knowledge and knowledge-enabled ser-
vices that improve outcomes in areas of research, professional prac-
tice, and education.
Envisionware, Table 34
www.envisionware.com
Patricia Jones, pia@icmevents.com
EnvisionWare provides self service and library efficiency solutions to
over 10,000 libraries around the globe.
TLC -- The Library Corporation, Table 35
www.tlcdelivers.com
Cheryl Vianda, cviands@tlcdelivers.com
The Library Corporation (TLC) has operated without interruption and
under the same ownership since 1974, providing premier automation
and cataloging software and services to more than 4,500 libraries.
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25. Exhibitor Information
OCLC, Table 36
www.oclc.org
Donna Gehring, gehringd@oclc.org
A nonprofit global library cooperative providing shared technology
services, original research and community programs. Member libraries
cooperatively produce and maintain WorldCat, the most comprehen-
sive global network of data about library collections and services. Li-
braries gain efficiencies through OCLC’s WorldShare, a complete set of
library management applications and services built on an open, cloud-
based platform.
R. George & Associates, Inc., Table 37
www.rgeorge.com
Aaron Kimble & Mary Bickel, info@rgeorge.com
R. George & Associates, Inc. are Library & Computer furnishings
specialists. Services include, space planning & layout, budget esti-
mates, 3-D renderings, interior design coordination, project man-
agement & professional installation.
Communico, Table 38
http://communico.co
Paul Quelch, paul@communico.co
Communico - A single cloud hosted platform where Libraries easily
and elegantly manage their Websites, Programs & Events, Room
Bookings, Digital Signage and Patron Apps.
Burrow Library Services, Table 39
www.duraboundbooks.com
Brenda Burrow, david4books@aol.com
Print and digital educational products.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Table 40
www.uscis.gov
Kathleen McGuire, kathleen.n.mcguire@uscis.dhs.gov
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services offers educational re-
sources to welcome immigrants, to support English language
learning, and to prepare immigrants for the naturalization test and
process.
Davidson Titles, Inc., Table 41
www.davidsontitles.com
Brenda Davidson, brenda@davidsontitles.com
We are a full service distributor of quality print materials com-
bined with digital resources, eBooks, audiovisual materials includ-
ing literacy, bilingual, and professional resources.
Total Boox, Ltd., Table 42
www.TotalBoox.com
Michael Mok, michael.mok@totalboox.com
Total Boox is a new e-book service that gives patrons instant,
unlimited access to over 100,000 e-books from established pub-
lishers and the library pays only for the pages read! No holds, no
tokens, no frustrations!
Bibliotheca, LLC, Table 44
http://www.bibliotheca.com/3/index.php/e
Tarra Taylor, t.taylor@bibliotheca.com
Bibliotheca is the largest global company dedicated to the devel-
opment, deployment and support of RFID, EM/RFID hybrid and
barcode-based self-service library solutions. We continuously de-
velop solutions and services that match the changing needs of
libraries.
DLSG at Image Access, Table 45
kic.com
Ian Minnerly, ian.minnerly@dlsg.com
Since 1993, Digital Library Systems Group at Image Access offers
the best hybrid-library digitization products for patrons, special
collections and ILL, from $2,999, including huge 48x70” scanners.
SAGE Publications, Table 46
www.sagepub.com
Jennifer Jelinski, jennifer.jelinski@sagepub.com
Founded in 1965, SAGE Publishing is an independent company that
disseminates journals, books, and library products for the educa-
tional, scholarly, and professional markets.
www.sagepublishing.com
Showcases, Table 47
www.showcases1.com
Monica Winn, customerservice@showcases1.com
We are a women owned company serving the library community
for three decades. We specialize in all your audiovisual packaging
and library supply needs. One-stop shopping with over 41,000
products ‘n counting…we have everything you need!
FSU School of Information, Table 48
http://school.cci.fsu.edu
Elaine Howard, elaine.howard@fsu.edu
Founding member of the iSchool movement with programs in
Information studies, technology and communication.
McGraw-Hill Education, Table 49
www.mheducation.com
Kevin Curran, kevin.curran@mheducation.com
At McGraw-Hill Education, we strive to create meaningful, adap-
tive and effective learning materials specifically for the adult learn-
er. From the latest in digital instruction, to the print materials that
you have been using for years, whether it’s Adult Basic Ed, High
School Equivalency or Workforce Education, we have you covered.
ODILO, Table 50
www.odilo.us
Katie Klossner, katie@odilo.us
One of the leading eBook providers in Europe and Spain, ODILO
offers a comprehensive product suite for the discovery, manage-
ment, and distribution of library digital and print materials.
LEGO, Table 51
education.lego.us
Colleen Wittmuss, colleen.wittmuss@lego.com
LEGO® Education combines the unique excitement of LEGO bricks
with hands-on classroom solutions for science, technology, engi-
neering, math, and literacy. Learn how our products can bring in-
novation to your classroom.
Baker and Taylor, Tables 52 & 53
www.btol.com
Rebecca Ortiz, rebecca.ortiz@baker-taylor.com
Baker & Taylor is a global information and entertainment services
company offering print and digital books, and entertainment prod-
ucts along with value-added services to libraries, education institu-
tions and retailers.
World Book, Inc., Table 54
worldbook.com
Jerry Newberry, jerry.newberry@worldbook.com
Since 1917, World Book has set the standard for providing accura-
cy, objectivity, and reliability in research materials for both chil-
dren and adults.
Springer Nature, Table 55
www.springernature.com
Acasia Dalmau, acasia.dalmau@springer.com
Springer Nature is one of the world’s leading global research, edu-
cational and professional publishers, home to an array of respect-
ed and trusted brands providing quality content through a range of
innovative products and services.
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WT Cox Information Services, Table 56
www.wtcox.com
Candace Mooney, cmooney@wtcox.com
WT Cox Information Services offers electronic and print serials and a
host of additional services including a statistics and analytical tool, A
-Z List, Link Resolver, ERM solution and more.
Quality Books, Inc., Table 57
www.qbibooks.com
Ashley Boothe, ashley.millard@quality-books.com
Quality Books Inc. specializes in distributing small press print and
non-print materials to libraries. We offer approval, annotation,
standing order plans and shelf-ready library processing.
Taylor and Francis Group, Table 58
http://taylorandfrancisgroup.com
Tom Dages, tom.dages@taylorandfrancis.com
Taylor & Francis partners with world-class authors to publish schol-
arly journals, books and reference works in all areas of the Humani-
ties, Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Science, Technology and
Medicine sectors.
The Combined Book Exhibit, Tables 59 & 60
www.combinedbook.com
Chris Malinowski, chris@combinedbook.com
A collection of publishers and authors titles.
Florida Department of State; Bureau of Library Development, Ta-
ble 61
info.florida.gov
Sandy Newell, sandy.newell@dos.myflorida.com
The Division provides direct library services to the state government
and develops public library services. We provide technical assis-
tance, education, financial aid, and cooperative
services.
Playaway Pre-Loaded Products, Table 62
https://shop.playaway.com
Cathy Phillips, cphillips@findaway.com
Playaway Pre-Loaded Products make it possible for everyone to
listen, see & interact with digital content from audiobooks to apps.
Mumford Library Books, Inc., Table 63
www.books-library.com
Doug McNamara, dougmcn@mumford.fdn.com
Mumford Books description- For 31 years Mumford has provided
the service of "Hands On" book selection to over 3,000 public librar-
ies, K-12 schools, and academic libraries. We have in stock over
21,000 titles.
Gyroscope Books, Table 64
gyroscopebooks.com
W. Nikola Lisa, nikolabooks@gmail.com
A Chicago-based independent publisher of books for readers young
and old. We produce POD paperbacks, hardcovers and e-books with
distribution through the Ingram Content system.
OverDrive, Table 65
www.overdrive.com
Judy Cluggish, jcluggish@overdrive.com
Create your Virtual Branch! OverDrive® enables you to offer bestsel-
ling audiobooks, eBooks, music and video--online 24/7--from your
library’s website.
Workspace Technology, Inc., Table 66
www.workspacetechnology.com
Scotti Powers, scotti@workspacetechnology.com
Storage solutions for the library environment. Free up floor space
and maximize storage using High Density Mobile Shelving Systems.
All types of shelving and cabinets. Complimentary planning services.
AWE, Table 67
awelearning.com
Brandy Whalen, whalenb@awelearning.com
AWE is a provider of comprehensive digital learning solutions to
libraries, schools, child care centers, and other educational entities.
Lyngsoe Systems, Table 68
lyngsoesystems.com
Anthony Tencza, ajt@lyngsoesystems.com
Our automated material handling equipment has been designed to
condense high functionality into a small package. The result is a
library solution that can be installed in existing buildings with very
little available space and still offer low noise level and no visible
wiring.
PRIDE Enterprises, Table 69
www.pride-enterprises.org
Jessica Wright, design@pride-enterprises.org
Seating, receptions desks, student laptop garages, and more.
Digitalia, Table 70
www.digtaliapublishing.com
Victor Torres, vtorres@prw.net
Database of academic e-books and journals in Spanish, international
film collection (streaming) and e-books in Spanish and media for
public libraries.
Library Interiors of Florida, Inc., Table 71
www.libraryinteriors.com
Jeff Hunt, jeff.hunt@libraryinteriors.com
Providing a portfolio of library/technology furnishings with compre-
hensive consulting/reconfiguration services.
Harvard Jolly Architecture, Table 72
www.harvardjolly.com
Phillip Trezza, p.trezza@harvardjolly.com
Harvard Jolly Architecture is the largest and longest running archi-
tectural design firm in Florida, offering architecture, interior design
and landscape architecture design services via 8 office locations.
With over 60 custom designed public, academic and joint-use librar-
ies in their portfolio, Harvard Jolly is an industry leader.
Bookish Gifts, Foyer
http://bookishgifts.com
Margaret Murphree, mmurphree@gmail.com
Owned by a retired Florida librarian, Bookish Gifts is an online shop
for fun, book-themed products. Whether your interest is Pride and
Prejudice or Game of Thrones, Bookish Gifts has items to tickle your
bookish fancy.
Florida Library Association, Foyer
www.flalib.org
Martina Brawer, martina.brawer@comcast.net
FLA provides opportunities for librarians to advance their skills to
maintain effectiveness in the information age and serves as a
legislative advocate for excellence in all types of library services.
Tech Logic Corp., Foyer
www.tech-logic.com
Jon Kaplan, JKaplan@tech-logic.com
Tech Logic, a leader and pioneer in library automated material
handling, provides the most innovative, reliable and cost effective
library solutions exclusively to libraries.
Murphy Security Solutions, Foyer
www.murphysecuritysolutions.com
Chris Gabriel, cgabriel@murphysecuritysolutions.com
The largest provider of Chekpoint RF and D-Tech RFID book security,
Cctv and IPad lending solutions in the SE.