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Statewide Delivery System (deliverIT CT)

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $400,808.00

Grantee: Connecticut State Library

Match Funds: $303,995.00

LSTA underwrites part of the cost of physical materials delivery among 215 of the state’s public and academic libraries. The delivery system, named deliverIT CT (formerly Connecticar or Ccar), is the backbone of the state’s resource sharing. deliverIT CT enables reciprocal borrowing in Connecticut: items borrowed from participating institutions may be dropped off at any library, and then deliverIT CT returns the materials to the owning library. In this way, borrowers can use their hometown library cards in any public library in Connecticut and be sure that materials will be returned where they belong. deliverIT CT also supports interlibrary loan through delivery of user-requested library materials between libraries in the state. A volume study conducted in August 2016 estimated that deliverIT CT delivers approximately 2.5 million items annually. In spring 2016, the contractor that handled delivery to 131 libraries ended its contract with the state. The state library hired additional drivers as state employees to take over that portion of the delivery service and centralized all operations in one location. Now that the service is completely state run, it is more efficient and better managed.

Professional Development

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $48,994.00

Grantee: Connecticut State Library

Match Funds: $33,717.00

The CT State Library provides continuing education for all librarians and library staff in Connecticut in order to allow them to work more effectively and efficiently and to serve their communities better. These educational sessions were offered in person at the Middletown Library Service Center, the Willimantic Library Service Center, and at public libraries around the state. Other classes were offered exclusively online as webinars. In addition, the Service Centers provide collections of professional development books and DVDs that can be borrowed by any library employee in Connecticut.

Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $570,547.00

Grantee: Connecticut State Library

Match Funds: $177,009.00

The Connecticut State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (LBPH) provides for the special format reading and information needs of Connecticut residents who are blind, visually impaired, physically handicapped, or reading disabled. The LBPH allows users with disabilities to maintain equal access to print information. The library lends to individual patrons as well as to libraries, schools, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. This year, there were 5,404 active patrons, and 712 new patrons were added to the rolls. This is the fifth consecutive year of growth in new patrons, reflecting the positive effects of the enhanced outreach program. The LBPH provides reader's advisory and reference services in addition to lending its collection of Braille books and magazines, books on cassette tape, digital cartridges, and playback machines to qualifying individuals and organizations in Connecticut. Patrons can also access the NLS inventory online and download audio and Braille books directly from the internet. All services are free, including playback machines and postage, and eligible veterans receive priority service.

Summer Reading

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $26,624.00

Grantee: Connecticut State Library

Match Funds: $14,938.00

The CT State Library offered training, programmatic support, and tracking software to encourage librarians to implement summer reading programs in their libraries. Summer reading programs encourage children and young adults to read and to maintain or improve their reading skills during the summer break, thereby readying them for the next school year. The State Library participates in the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP) to give Connecticut public libraries access to affordable, high quality Summer Reading materials, which include both promotional items (bookmarks, posters, etc.) and programming resources.

Consulting and DLD Administration

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $399,576.00

Grantee: Connecticut State Library

Match Funds: $53,201.00

The State Library's Division of Library Development (DLD) provides assistance to librarians in Connecticut in order to help them learn skills, resolve issues, and provide the best services to their patrons and communities. DLD offers continuing education opportunities, offers LSTA grants, provides circulating collections to supplement individual library collections, manages statewide electronic resources and the statewide library catalog, and oversees the delivery system. Progress on these individual projects is reported elsewhere in this report. In addition to their regular duties, DLD staff are also subject specialists who act as consultants for Connecticut's librarians on the subjects of youth services, statistics, library trustees, Friends groups, digital projects, financial literacy, health literacy, legal literacy, and grant writing and management, among other subjects. The State Data Coordinator compiles an annual statistical report of public library data that is used by individual libraries to help assess their performance and funding in relation to similar libraries.

Resource Sharing via Public Access Computing Environments

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $254,042.00

Grantee: Connecticut State Library

Match Funds: $378,652.00

The CT State Library provides multiple statewide services to support resource sharing among libraries. These services are delivered online and provide all Connecticut residents and students with free online access to essential library and information resources. Many of the electronic resources and databases are accessible via a portal called researchIT CT (formerly iCONN). This project also includes the statewide library catalog and ILL system. Division of Library Development staff offer frequent training opportunities on these resources for librarians. There were significant changes to project activities this year, including interim ILL functions while the new statewide catalog was being built, a new statewide catalog launched in 2016, a reduction in the number of statewide databases because of funding cuts, and continued development of the eBook platform.

Resource Sharing of Supplementary Library Collections

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $207,049.00

Grantee: Connecticut State Library

Match Funds: $78,769.00

The CT State Library provides circulating library materials in print, audio, and digital formats to help supplement library collections. These materials are used most often by public and school libraries. Library staff and volunteers can visit the Service Centers in person to select items, request them via the online catalog, or call/email Service Center staff with special requests. Delivery services are provided through deliverIT CT, another LSTA-funded project. Digital materials (books and audiobooks) are available through the OneClick Digital platform, where they can be accessed directly by anyone with a Connecticut library card. Until June 2016, physical materials were located at two Library Service Centers: one in Middletown, in the middle of the state, and one in Willimantic, in the eastern part of the state. In June 2016, the Willimantic center was closed, and the collections and staff were consolidated at the Middletown center.

Wisdom Beyond Years - Beacon Falls Public Library

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $5,241.00

Grantee: BEACON FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY

Match Funds: $3,005.06

"Wisdom Beyond Years: Healthy Lifestyle Series" was a series of two multi-session classes offered by Beacon Falls Public Library designed to help older adults gain knowledge and hobbies that would lead to successful aging practices. "Tracing Your Family Tree" classes helped participants develop skills to trace their heritage, providing an active learning activity and a connection to other learners and information to share with family members. The four "Healthy Cooking" sessions were designed to increase participants' knowledge in a social setting while developing more healthy eating patterns.

Inspiration @ Your Library - Seymour Public Library

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $4,935.00

Grantee: SEYMOUR PUBLIC LIBRARY

Match Funds: $2,370.75

In order to build interest and support for adult programming at the library, Seymour Public Library offered four series of classes specifically to attract older adult audiences: drawing (two series), memoir writing, and tai chi. Each series of classes offered a lifelong learning opportunity and the chance to learn new skills. Classes encouraged individuality and creativity in a supportive environment. Participants had the opportunity to meet other residents in the community, become involved, and share their experiences.

American Citizenship and Beyond - Ferguson

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $7,475.00

Grantee: FERGUSON LIBRARY

Match Funds: $8,350.00

"American Citizenship and Beyond" is a program created by the Ferguson Library in response to the needs of a growing multicultural community. Observation and statistics reveal that Stamford welcomes scores of new immigrants who hail from various parts of the world. In order to facilitate assimilation and realize citizenship, the library expanded its English language literacy offerings and began series of workshops and classes which position students on a path to citizenship. Students in the citizenship classes were formally assessed in language, civics and American history. Their progress was tracked throughout the course and further assistance was provided if needed. In addition to preparation for the exam, the library offered presentations and clinics in the processing and filing of naturalization applications. "American Citizenship and Beyond" has served over 125 people, several of whom surpassed expectations and became American citizens.

Every Child Ready to Read - Public Library of New London

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $3,000.00

Grantee: PUBLIC LIBRARY OF NEW LONDON

Match Funds: $3,239.11

The Public Library of New London offered 15 Every Child Ready to Read workshops at 10 locations to families, caregivers, and library employees to share ways they can promote pre-literacy skills with young children before they reach school. The ECRR presentations, offered in both English and Spanish, emphasized that parents are the child’s first teacher and encouraged them to be good role models. Each presentation ended with activity stations to give participants hands-on experience and demonstrate affordable ways to turn their homes into educational zones. Also, all participants were given an "At Home Activities" sheet with activities that can be done during the day to reinforce the five practices of ECRR and an "Activity Sheet" to encourage them to keep reading to their child and visit the library. The library also purchased books and materials that reflect the five practices of reading, writing, singing, talking and playing covered in the workshops.

Teen Programming - Bethel Public Library

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $7,409.00

Grantee: BETHEL PUBLIC LIBRARY

Match Funds: $7,455.98

In response to input from the community, the Bethel Public Library presented a series of free educational programs for teens ages 11-18. The library hosted writing workshops which encouraged creativity and self-expression and improved lifelong learning and writing skills. The library also hosted theater workshops which taught confidence, self-expression, and creativity. Finally, the library hosted many tech classes that provided a place for teens to learn collaboratively and share their knowledge with others.

Growing an Appreciation for the Library - Douglas Library

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $4,941.00

Grantee: DOUGLAS LIBRARY OF HEBRON

Match Funds: $4,118.00

Douglas Library of Hebron expanded its offerings to young adult patrons to offer fun, educational opportunities and an outlet for completing the school district's community service requirements in a meaningful way. A new 3D printer and printing classes enabled the library to engage with the young adults differently, discussing new technologies on equal footing. In addition, installing and maintaining a community garden enabled the teens to learn new skills, contribute to the community by donating the crops to veterans at the neighboring American Legion post, and fulfill their community service requirements for graduation.

Movie Makers Project - East Lyme Public Library

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $6,632.00

Grantee: EAST LYME PUBLIC LIBRARY

Match Funds: $7,325.10

The Middle School Movie Makers Project was a series of 15 filmmaking workshops for middle schoolers taught by professional filmmakers and technology teachers. The purposes of the project were to teach 'tweens and teens how to tell stories through film and video and to give the participants an opportunity to use iPads to learn new skills such as movie editing, script writing, and stop motion filmmaking. Participants were free to choose their own subject matter and express themselves creatively.

Learning Labs - James Blackstone Memorial Library

State: Connecticut

Fiscal Year: 2015

LSTA Funds: $6,458.00

Grantee: JAMES BLACKSTONE MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Match Funds: $2,457.00

The James Blackstone Memorial Library expanded the capabilities of its current teen Maker program by creating Learning Lab classes on 3D file creation and printing, Arduino circuitry and coding, and wearable technology construction with sewing machines. Library staff purchased supplies and equipment to accommodate additional participants, hosted qualified instructors who offered sessions at different times and days of the week, and added related library materials for circulation to help continue to develop the skills learned in each session. The Learning Labs program was designed to reach a greater number of young adults than previous programs and teach them new skills in a hands-on and social environment.

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