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  1. Communication Cabinet Minutes - March 3, 2021

    Attendees:  Megan Autaubo, Morgan Day, Kellie Delaney, Pallas Johnson, Paula Joseph-Johnson, Mark Schuster, Tim Spindle, Kim Terry  ...

    03/12/2021 - 14:22 - 0 comments

  2. Final Winter Reading Update

    Location:  Engagement & Program Services This year's Winter Reading Challenge has officially ended! Mugs have been collected, drawing prize winners notified, and our final figures tallied. ...

    03/16/2021 - 15:20 - 0 comments

  3. eResource Mini Series: Kanopy

    Since we can’t meet in-person right now and the Introduction to E-resources workshop has been put on pause, we’ve created an eResource Mini Series to help you learn more about our databases and stay up-to-date on all our digital resources. These ...

    03/17/2021 - 10:51 - 0 comments

  4. ILLiad Training

    File:  ILLiad Manual Department:  Interlibrary Loan Keywords:  ILLiad , Training ...

    03/17/2021 - 11:58 - 0 comments

  5. March EduMinutes- Core Value - People First

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    03/17/2021 - 15:20 - 0 comments

  6. Beyond You Salute - 1093101101

    Recipient Location:  Technical Processing Category:  Collaborate Describe Recipient:  Hi Melaine, ...

    03/17/2021 - 09:26 - 2 comments

  7. Shelving Order Guide and Shelving Training Updates

    We have made updates to the Shelving Order Guide. Here is a breakdown of the changes: ...

    03/18/2021 - 08:21 - 0 comments

  8. Beyond You Salute - 14699036

    Recipient Location:  Information Technology Category:  Connect Describe Recipient:  David at Bethany would like to send a huge thank you to everyone in the the IT department especially Landon Holman, Flicia Hayes, ...

    03/18/2021 - 14:54 - 0 comments

  9. Metropolitan Library Commission - March 2021

    View Commission Packet Tags:  Commission ...

    03/18/2021 - 15:36 - 0 comments

  10. Summer Reading Steering Committee Minutes - March 17, 2021

    Subcommittee Updates ...

    03/18/2021 - 18:25 - 0 comments

  11. Public Services Managers Minutes - March 11, 2021

    Welcome  (Risa Jensen-Jones): Risa called the meeting to order and introduced our guest, Kimberly Boldt, the new Director of Outreach and Engagement Services. Kimberly gave a little of her recent Milwaukee background in Public Services and ...

    03/19/2021 - 09:04 - 0 comments

  12. Earth Day Art Contest

    Hello again! It's your friendly neighborhood Staff Association! We hope that everyone enjoyed their TeaGrams and those that missed out, hopefully you found some other way to show your apprecation to those you work with.  ...

    03/20/2021 - 14:30 - 0 comments

  13. Summer Reading Outreach for Library Locations-Goal Planning and More!

    Summer Reading 2021 is just around the corner and the Community Engagement Summer Reading Subcommittee has created a  Goal Planning document  for engagement staff to begin brainstorming local outreach possibilities for this summer. This form ...

    03/18/2021 - 12:43 - 1 comment

  14. Summer Reading 2021 Training Announcement

    Summer Reading training is almost here! This year's training will be 100% digital in format and will launch on Thursday, April 1  for all staff.  Training will need to be completed by end of day, Friday, April 30.     ...

    03/22/2021 - 10:06 - 0 comments

  15. Book Display Ideas

    Themed Book Displays are great ways to promote the Summer Reading Program and encourage continued reading throughout the summer. One of the great things about Displays is how easy they are to scale up or down based on your library’s needs. These ...

    03/22/2021 - 14:38 - 0 comments

  16. Trailers Now on Kanopy

    Trailers are now available on some titles in Kanopy. ...

    03/22/2021 - 15:11 - 0 comments

  17. Responsibility Charts

    Summer Reading takes the entire system to run succesfully! The chart below helps distinguish advertising responsibilities between local libraries and system level departments.  ...

    03/22/2021 - 15:19 - 0 comments

  18. Animal Masks

    Build and encourage children’s creativity and social skills with a craft that lends itself to dramatic play! Kids and grownups can don the animal masks and act out the verses from Old MacDonald or Sandra Boynton’s Barnyard Dance. Kit includes die ...

    03/22/2021 - 15:30 - 0 comments

  19. 3D Farm Animals

    Have the kids design a farm for their animals or have them use the animal parts to create a new animal. Encourage them to think about what the animal will need to survive (food, shelter, water etc.) ...

    03/22/2021 - 15:36 - 0 comments

  20. 3D Zoo Animals

    Have kids design a zoo exhibit for their animals or have them use the animal parts to create a new animal. See the information in the CSLP Manual for Create a Creature p. 155 – 158. They can design the zoo habitat for their new animals. Things to ...

    03/22/2021 - 15:40 - 0 comments

  21. Unicorn Masks

    Build and encourage children’s creativity and social skills with a craft that lends itself to dramatic play! Kids and grownups can don the unicorn mask. ...

    03/22/2021 - 15:50 - 0 comments

  22. Tangram Storytelling

    Tangrams challenge kids and grown-ups to recreate an animal pattern by using all seven shapes. No overlapping allowed. The puzzles encourage problem solving and improve visual-spatial skills. You can even get creative and design your own creatures ...

    03/22/2021 - 16:05 - 0 comments

  23. Local Outreach Events in LibraryCalendar

    The following are definitions that can be used to understand what types of Outreach Activities should be recorded in LibraryMarket: ...

    03/23/2021 - 08:38 - 0 comments

  24. OKMOA Experience Pass

    Summer Reading is a great opportunity to promote the Experience Pass! ...

    03/23/2021 - 20:06 - 0 comments

  25. Read for Adventure

    The Metropolitan Library System is once again participating in the OKC Zoo’s Read for Adventure literacy program. This year’s book, Juniper’s Butterfly Garden – A Small Start for a Better World, is a natural fit for the Tales and Tails theme. ...

    03/23/2021 - 20:07 - 0 comments

  26. Animal Sketchbook Project

    Encourage patrons to channel their inner artist by participating in the Animal Sketchbook Project! Participants receive a piece of sketchbook paper. They can draw paint or color any kind of animal picture. Patrons can post a picture of their ...

    03/23/2021 - 20:11 - 0 comments

  27. Origami Bookmarks

    Origami is the perfect craft for all ages! This simple origami pattern allows you to create a variety of animal bookmarks. Fold the paper into the basic shape. Use markers, paper, stickers, and glue to turn it into any animal you choose. ...

    03/23/2021 - 20:19 - 0 comments

  28. Other Take-Home Kit Ideas

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    03/23/2021 - 20:21 - 0 comments

  29. Programming Ideas

    Programs are a great way to encourage participation in Summer Reading and keep interest high throughout the summer. Whether passive programs, take home kits or virtual programming, you can reach more customers through offering activities for them ...

    03/23/2021 - 20:26 - 0 comments

  30. Who Am I?

    Test your knowledge of Oklahoma animals with this identification game. Answer key included. Files:  Who Am I? Activity Sheet ...

    03/24/2021 - 09:47 - 0 comments

  31. Coloring Sheets

    Coloring is popular among all ages. Check out our files of coloring sheets! You’ll find a variety of pictures for all ages and ability levels! ...

    03/24/2021 - 11:12 - 0 comments

  32. Animal Scavenger Hunt

    Get outside and explore the outdoors with this animal scavenger hunt. Participants can earn five points by logging the activity in Beanstack or their activity log. Files:  Scavenger Hunt.pdf ...

    03/24/2021 - 11:15 - 0 comments

  33. Mad Libs

    Have fun with the whole family and see what kind of crazy stories you can create with these animal-themed Mad Libs. You might also take a picture book and turn it into a Mad Lib. ...

    03/24/2021 - 11:21 - 0 comments

  34. Who Would Win?

    Kids love Jerry Pallotta’s Who Would Win? Series! Now they can put their animal knowledge and research skills to the test when predicting the winner of real-life animal matchups. Encourage kids and their grown-ups to look up additional information ...

    03/24/2021 - 11:36 - 0 comments

  35. A Group of What?

    We have specific names for animals in a group. Test your animal IQ by matching the animal with their group name. Answer key included. Files:  A Group of What? Activity Sheet ...

    03/24/2021 - 11:38 - 0 comments

  36. Library Decor

    Decorating for Summer Reading can help spark interest in the Summer Reading Program and keep customers engaged throughout the summer. We’re here to help make your decorating a breeze with some options that can easily scale up or down based on your ...

    03/24/2021 - 11:42 - 0 comments

  37. Beyond You Salute - 1881888657

    Recipient Location:  Interlibrary Loan Category:  Create Describe Recipient:  Alex - Thanks for getting super creative and finding a way to fix our misbehaving spreadsheets!  You were super persistant and patient and ...

    03/24/2021 - 11:42 - 0 comments

  38. Other Passive Programs for Windows or Outdoors

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    03/24/2021 - 11:49 - 0 comments

  39. Animal Yoga

    Namaste! Yoga helps kids increase their focus and flexibility. It gets them up and moving as well as promotes relaxation. Post the images of animal yoga poses in a window or an outdoor space for families to do. ...

    03/24/2021 - 13:14 - 0 comments

  40. I SPY

    Use copies of book covers or your backdrop and animal cutouts to create an I Spy game in your window. You can ask patrons to find the laminated set of animals or create your own list. ...

    03/24/2021 - 13:18 - 0 comments

  41. Who Am I?

    Test your knowledge of Oklahoma animals with this identification game. Download the 11 x 17 images and QR code to the answer sheet. ...

    03/24/2021 - 13:26 - 0 comments

  42. Take-Home Kits

    Take Home Kits have been some of our most popular programs in the COVID era. Use them to encourage participation in Summer Reading and keep interest high throughout the summer. You can reach more customers by offering activities during the summer. ...

    03/24/2021 - 13:43 - 0 comments

  43. Who Would Win?

    Kids love Jerry Pallotta’s Who Would Win? Series! Now they can put their animal knowledge and research skills to the test when predicting the winner of real-life animal matchups. Encourage kids and their grownups to look up additional information ...

    03/24/2021 - 13:45 - 0 comments

  44. Tshirts!

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    03/24/2021 - 14:39 - 0 comments

  45. Communication Cabinet Minutes - March 24, 2021

    Agenda ...

    03/25/2021 - 10:20 - 0 comments

  46. Access NewspaperArchive Update

    Access NewspaperArchive just had an interface update!  ...

    03/26/2021 - 09:09 - 0 comments

  47. Tailored Titles manual 3.26.21

    File:  LA dirs 3.26.21.pdf Department:  N/A Keywords:  Tailored Titles , Readers' Advisory ...

    03/26/2021 - 09:27 - 0 comments

  48. Earth Day Art Contest Officially Open!

    Hello again! It's your friendly neighborhood Staff Association!  ...

    03/26/2021 - 12:36 - 0 comments

  49. School Lists

    Branch assignments for each branch can be found using the Tableau instructions or the Excel file linked below. On the Excel file please find your branch tab listed across the bottom. Save this file to your local SharePoint and please edit it to be ...

    03/27/2021 - 15:45 - 0 comments

  50. Access Services Minutes - March 16, 2021

    Welcome:  Tricia called the meeting to order. She reviewed the ground rules, Zoom meeting expectations, and introduced the guests and new Access Manager 2 at CLs, Carmen Stoneking. ...

    03/29/2021 - 08:20 - 0 comments

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