Animas River Spill Situation

…by the EPA caused the river to turn an orangey-yellow, shutting down the river to tourists and potentially impacting the river’s aquatic species. Further information on the spill is available… (Search hits: 3 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 1201.02)

Time Machine Tuesday: School District Organization

In 1934, when much of Colorado was still very rural, Colorado had 2,076 school districts. This became an enormous organizational problem during the Great Depression, when many of the poor… (Search hits: 7 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 131.13)

New Report on the Health Effects of Marijuana

…in Colorado, reviews the findings of recent literature on the topic to outline the likely health effects of the substance, and offers recommendations for future data collection and response measures…. (Search hits: 2 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 624.73)

Free Online Learning Opportunities for May 2024

…you informed, inspired, and entertained. Come hear about the hottest forthcoming titles for children, tweens, and teens, from nonfiction and romance to picture books and graphic novels. You can also… (Search hits: 101 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 400.43)

CSL in Session: Science Corners: Going from Eeeeek to Awww!

…is required for this webinar! The session is offered via Adobe Connect. You can access the classroom via the Libraries Learn website listed below. This session will be recorded. https://www.librarieslearn.org/calendar/science-corners-going-from-eeeeek-to-awww (Search hits: 3 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 365.43)

Free Online Learning Opportunities for March 2024

…virtual exhibit hall, chat directly with authors and reps, download educational resources, and enter to win prizes and giveaways. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.slj.com/section/events?eventtype=virtualEvents   Thursday, Mar… (Search hits: 85 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 339.35)

Free Online Learning Opportunities for April 2024

…learn how onboarding works to support staff, reduce turnover, and increase productivity and value for your organization. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nicheacademy.com/upcoming-webinars   Thursday, Apr 18 (11… (Search hits: 75 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 312.89)

Free Online Learning Opportunities for February 2024

…we, as educators (administrators, CTOs, teachers, librarians, etc.), can further engage in collaboration and communication, and employ literacy, learning, and technology to empower one another, for the betterment of our… (Search hits: 60 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 247.69)

Free Online Learning Opportunities for January 2024

…Learn how to teach the essentials of copyright, fair use, Creative Commons, and more with C&C’s award-winning, FREE K-12 curriculum. For more information and to register, visit: https://copyrightandcreativity.org/online-training/   Monday,… (Search hits: 55 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 217.81)

Colorado Libraries in the 2010s: Computers, Technology, & Gadgets

…that many residents still use library computers for research, social connection, and recreation. Now libraries, even in small communities, offer technology support, laptops and Wi-Fi hubs for checkout, and other… (Search hits: 6 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 1 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 152.24)

Tips for Avoiding Scams Related to COVID-19

…https://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/news/march2020.html; https://www.fdic.gov/news/news/press/2020/pr20040.html; https://www.fdic.gov/news/news/press/2020/pr20037.html Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2020/03/ftc-coronavirus-scams-part-2; https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/scam-alerts Justice Department – https://www.justice.gov/coronavirus; https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-files-its-first-enforcement-action-against-covid-19-fraud; https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/attorney-general-william-p-barr-urges-american-public-report-covid-19-fraud National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) – https://content.naic.org/article/consumer_alert_identifying_and_avoiding_covid_19_scams.htm From the Colorado Secretary of State:… (Search hits: 25 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 110.74)

Share Your Community’s Story Online with CVL Collections

…Digital Creation Kits, which include scanners, digital audio recorders, and more! Participation Any library, museum, archive, agency, society, or cultural heritage organization in the state of Colorado with a collection… (Search hits: 7 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 1 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 128.53)

Civil War 150th Anniversary

…by William J. Convery, Colorado Heritage, Nov/Dec 2011. “Dearfield, A Dream Deferred,” by Karen Waddell, Colorado Heritage, 1998, issue 2. Colorado Heritage, Spring 1996 issue on Buffalo Soldiers “Negro Rights… (Search hits: 1 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 872.08)

Organizing Your Cataloging Toolkit

…which are on an as-needed basis? I remember being overwhelmed as a new cataloger, but over time, as I grew more comfortable with the cataloging process, I began sorting and (Search hits: 4 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 124.23)

Organic Fertilizers

…the environment, such as Organic Fertilizers Fertilizing the Organic Garden Understanding Fertilizers  Vegetable Garden Soil Management and Fertilization Organic Materials as Nitrogen Fertilizers Homeowner’s Guide to Fertilizing Your Lawn and (Search hits: 4 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 124.23)

Adventures in Summer Programming

…Recreation Agents of Discovery (press release) Kids Activities resources Request “Critter Crates” from CPW for library programming on local wildlife and flora Includes skins, skulls, faux scat, antlers, and curriculum/… (Search hits: 5 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 1 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 121.32)

Websites for Libraries & Library Organizations

The State Library’s Networking & Resource Sharing office (NRS) provides websites free-of-charge for libraries, museums, and related organizations. NRS can help you create your site, host it for free, and (Search hits: 2 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 119.62)

Touring Colorado’s Collections: Voices of Ignacio Digital Collection

…about sharing your organization’s historical collections through CVL Collections, please contact: Marisa Wood Collaborative Programming Coordinator Colorado State Library mwood@coloradovirtuallibrary.org And see the PPC website, and the CVL Collections website…. (Search hits: 2 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 1 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 119.62)

COVID-19 and Organized Sports

…the questions you may have, including the use of face coverings, what to do if an athlete or coach is sick, how many spectators are allowed, how teams can travel… (Search hits: 2 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 119.62)

2022 Fall Collaborative Summer Learning Program Workshops: Resources

In fall 2022, Colorado State Library and Growing Readers Together held four in-person workshops and one online workshop to support programming, outreach, and services for Colorado libraries participating in the… (Search hits: 1 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 1 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 117.32)