Changing Lanscapes Seminar 2015
Transcript of Changing Lanscapes Seminar 2015
The Global Pop Up Trend
Benefits and Risks for public libraries
Josephine Struck, Moreland City LibrariesCelia Rice, Casey-Cardinia Library CorporationDeanne Spagnolo, Brimbank LibrariesSuzie Bull, Mornington Peninsula Library ServiceAsha Davis, Mildura Rural City Council Library Service
Pop Ups
Discovery
Location
Concept
Creating an
Experience
Pop Ups
Pop Ups and BooksLittle Free Libraries
Pop Ups and BooksPromotion
Pop Ups and BooksSocial Movements
Pop Ups and BooksEndless possibilities
Pop Up Libraries
Collection of resources
Outside library walls
Engagement with the
public
Informal access
Extension of the library
‘brand’
Promotes literacy and
reading
Unexpected
Strong connection
to the public library sector
Definition
Wodonga Library
Frankston City Libraries
Wyndham Libraries
Camden Council Library Service
Sunshine Coast Libraries
Campaspe Regional Library Service
Benefits
Exposure to non-users Taking staff
out from behind the
desk
Potential increased
literacy
Establish partnerships
Challenging stereotypes of libraries
Low costPotential increased
membership
Increase staff skills
Extending the life of
your collection
Good use of volunteers
Pop-up libraries are
fun!
RisksPublic liability issues
Appropriate space
Vandalism/theft
No new users
Community backlash
Unsustainable
Damaging to partnerships
Lack of use
Risk MinimisationResearch
Consider requirements
Regular monitoring
Promote widely
Prepare responses
Do not overextend resources
Clear guidelines and expectations
Location and atmosphere
Our thanks to the following people• Ann Anderson, Frankston City Libraries• Jenny Mustey, Campaspe Regional Library Service• Jane Stronach, Sunshine Coast Libraries• Leanne Boyd, Wodonga Library• Elysa Dennis, Camden Council Library Service• Elizabeth Arkles, Wyndham City Libraries
All contributors to this paper are graduates of the 2014 Victorian Shared Leadership Program. This report was initially written as an action learning project for the 2014 Program.
We would like to acknowledge the support of our project sponsor, Jenny Mustey, in every stage of the development of this project.