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Library Lines

We bring four issues yearly of our helpful newsletter, Library Lines, to your door. It is packed with articles, book reviews, and other useful information on church libraries.

Winter 2012 Issue: View First Page or Download Entire Publication (Members only)

Fall 2011 Issue: View First Page or Download Entire Publication (Members only)

Summer 2011 Issue: View First Page or Download Entire Publication (Members only)

Spring 2011 Issue: View First Page or Download Entire Publication (Members only)

More issues in the archive.

CLAO Resources

CLAO keeps an inventory of selected resources from various publishers that can support the work of church libraries. We are able to buy at discounted pricing and can pass those savings on to you. Prices effective as of September 1, 2009. All resources listed are available at our conferences. Orders made by e-mail must add handling and shipping charges. If you would like further information or would like to order items via e-mail please contact:
Jane Rocoski - CLAO Resources Co-ordinator by.

2011 Promotional Dates – FREE

Help promote your church library with this calendar of library and book related dates.

Copyright Basics – FREE

Alison McCullough, Church Library Association of Ontario. 2010. PDF Format

Topics include an introduction to copyright, the Copyright Act, how long does copyright last, copyright owner rights, responsibilities and owner authorization. Download the presentation in PDF format

Collections and Tools for Persons with Low Vision – FREE

Alison McCullough, Church Library Association of Ontario. 2010. PDF Format

Topics include an overview of disabilities in Canada, what is low vision, types of eye conditions, collections, tools, services, legislation and resources. Download the presentation in PDF format

Librarian Resources Help List

Jane Rocoski, Church Library Association of Ontario. 2010.

Members only. Dowload as Microsoft Excel spreadsheet or download the list in PDF format

#1. Setting Up A Library, How to Begin or Begin Again. CSLA (Church & Synagogue Library Association) $8.00

Ruth Smith. 2nd Rev. ed. 1994. 20p.

Topics include writing a policy statement, gathering committee members, staffing, action plans, budgeting, selecting and arranging materials, promotion, computer use, and planning for the future.

#2. Promotion Planning, All Year 'Round. CSLA $11.00

Claudia Hannaford and Ruth S. Smith. 3rd Rev. ed. 1996. 64p.

This publication provides suggestions on what to publicize for the library, including periodic and special items, to encourage participation in the use of your library. Promotion Planning includes a 12-month calendar outlining significant historic events for the congregation. It also offers a wealth of ideas for getting children involved and interested in reading.

#6. Standards for Church and Synagogue Libraries, Guidelines for Measuring Effectiveness and Progress. CSLA $7.00

2nd Rev. ed. 1993. 20p.

Standards begins with an excellent definition for the question of "why standards?" Included is a basic policy statement, physical requirements, personnel responsibilities, and a long-range planning checklist. Also included is a sample policy statement, material selection policy, and sample bylaws for a library committee.

#8. Subject Headings For Church or Synagogue Libraries. CSLA $12.00

Dorothy G. Lewis. 3rd Rev. ed. 2007. 32p.

This guide provides standard subject headings which will give uniformity of terms, so that all books on a given subject will be in the correct place. The list is limited to subjects most likely to be found in a congregational library.

#9. A Policy and Procedure Manual, A Do-It-Yourself Guide. CSLA $10.00

2nd Rev. ed. 1998. 16p.

How to write a manual of basic information, rules, policies, and procedures that apply to your library so that new librarians and new committee members can quickly familiarize themselves with the management of your library.

#10. Archives In The Church or Synagogue Library. CSLA $10.00

Evelyn Ling. 2nd Rev. ed. 1996. 24p.

Archives is a great reference book on processing, preserving, and storing your archives and how to exhibit them. It offers tips on what to include in your archives and discusses their importance to your congregation.

#14. Recruiting and Training Volunteers For Church and Synagogue Libraries. CSLA $14.00

Lorraine E. Burson. 2nd Rev. ed. 1999. 24p.

How to recruit and train volunteers, orient new workers, delegate responsibilities, and motivate and support workers.

#15. Providing Reference Service - Church and Synagogue Libraries. CSLA $11.75

Jennifer Pritchett. 1987. 60p. (includes 2001 five-page addendum)

How to build a reference collection with suggestions on what you have and what you need to fill in your library.

#18. Disaster Management in the Church and Synagogue Library. CSLA $11.00

Nadia J. Martin. 2000. 14p.

The information in this guide can help you prepare for natural and "unnatural" disasters. It will provide you with the tools you need to create a customized disaster plan for your church or synagogue library and help you minimize the costs and loss of value of your collection due to disaster.

#19. Developing an Effective Library: Ways to Promote Your Congregational Library. CSLA $13.25

Lois H. Ward. 2004. 48p.

Past CSLA President Ward discusses all aspects of promoting the congregational library and publicity ideas for inside and outside your congregation. Guide 19 includes planning and budgeting, creating ownership, programs that will get your members in the door, how to use all the publicity tools available to you, and promoting your library outside the doors of your congregation.

#2O. Cataloging and Classification. CSLA $13.00

Susan E. Snyder. 2004. 52p.

Covers physical processing encouraging the use of the catalog and creating bibliographic records, classification, and classification schedules. Three appendices provide cataloging terms, information on typing cards, and resources.

Beyond the Book: Enhancing Your Congregational Library With Audio-Visual Resources. CSLA $13.00

Rusty Tryon. 2008.

This guide is designed to assist congregational librarians in making audio-visual resources an integral part of their library collections. Ideas on selection, cataloguing, classification & circulation included.

Fundamentals of Financing Your Congregational Church Library. CSLA $15.00

Craig Kubic. 2008.

This guide will assist in developing a plan for acquisition and management of the financial resources libraries need to become a vital part of a congregation.

A Classification System For Church Libraries – Based on the Dewey Decimal Classification System - $19.00

LifeWay Press. 3rd Rev. ed. 2007. 140 p.

This book provides number values and headings from the Dewey Decimal System most often used by church libraries.

Dewey Decimal Classification – 200 Religion Class - $40.00

1st Impression Publishing. 2004. 269p.

An in-depth source of detailed Dewey numbers and headings for the 200 Religion class only.

A Handbook For Church Librarians - $27.00

National Church Library Association. 2nd Rev. ed. 2006. 100p.

A great resource with everything you need to know to create, organize and manage a successful church library.