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HomeMy WebLinkAboutattachment3 1331 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh WI 54901 • 920.236.5799 • oshkoshmuseum.org MEMO TO THE MUSEUM BOARD October 28, 2021 To the Board, October has really flown by in a flash and as quickly as fall came it seems like winter is fast on its heels! The Titanic exhibition safely departed from the Museum last week on Friday. While the exhibition closed on October 13th, it lasted a bit longer for the Oshkosh Area School District in the form of a “virtual” fieldtrip on October 14th. The Museum brought 500 students and teachers together for a virtual presentation by Jessica Sanders of E/M Group, Wisconsin native William Lange, a world-renowned expert in underwater imaging and camera system design who recorded the discovery of the Titanic and subsequent journeys to the underwater site, Jeffrey Taylor, Director of Collections, responsible for the preservation of the Titanic artifacts, and Violet Jessop, who shared a story of Titanic from the perspective of a passenger. After the presentation students developed over a hundred questions that they were able to submit to be answered by the experts. It was a great event to conclude the exhibition. After Titanic’s departure, staff immediately turned over the Temporary Gallery in preparation for White Christmas and have begun decorating for the Holidays. The Henrys plan to arrive Wednesday, November 3rd, to deliver the exhibition and will stay in Oshkosh until the next day to help with some installation and to participate in some media appearances. The Museum will host a special preview event on Friday, November 12th, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and will invite volunteers, sponsors, Cornerstone Members, the Museum Auxiliary, the Museum Board, and the Oshkosh Common Council. Due to ongoing concerns of Covid-19, the Museum will have some sweet treats for attendees to take with them after they get a first-look at the exhibition before it opens on November 13th. On October 21st, Archivist Amy Fels presented at the City’s Lunch and Learn program on Genealogy work. Amy developed takeaways for City staff such as locating useful records and resources, research strategies, and information organization methods. Photographs from the Museum’s Archives can now be seen around the City through a collaborative project called “Powered by History.” For this project the Museum partnered with Visit Oshkosh, Downtown Oshkosh Business Improvement District, and Art City Wraps to wrap eleven electrical boxes throughout downtown with historical photographs from the Museum’s collection. After re-opening earlier this week, the Museum hosted Leadership Oshkosh on October 27th. Museum volunteers Patti and Joe Yana gave a presentation to the group entitled “The Sawyers: Seizing the Reins of Leadership in Early Oshkosh.” Because the Lecture Room is unavailable due to exhibition preparations, the Sawyer Library was turned over three times in one day for group use. After hosting Leadership Oshkosh, the Museum welcomed a large school group and led a hands-on activity, then concluded the day with an Enrichment Program. While Staff goes to great lengths to accommodate outside groups, days like that really highlight the Museum’s limitations 1331 Algoma Boulevard, Oshkosh WI 54901 • 920.236.5799 • oshkoshmuseum.org Page Two and need for dedicated spaces for collections activities, research, for hosting events, and educational visits with activities. I look forward to seeing everyone at the Board meeting next week via Zoom where I will share more about the results of the Titanic exhibition and share an update on the 2022 Budget and re- bid projects. This ends the final week of October and I hope you all have a pleasant weekend. Anna Cannizzo Interim Director Assistant Director/Durow Curator of Collections Oshkosh Public Museum ■ 1331 Algoma Boulevard ■ Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54901 Page 1 of 1 BOARD AGENDA Online Via Zoom November 4, 2021 The Board meeting will be held remotely on Zoom at this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86929802603?pwd=RCtHRDgzek9vbUxySXRTMHVpdGRTQT09 Or call: +1-312-626-6799 Meeting ID: 869 2980 2603 Passcode: 226139 Citizens wishing to provide comment on individual agenda items may appear remotely through the above link or phone number or may submit written comments. Written public comments may be sent via mail addressed to the Museum, or sent by email to the Museum Interim Director prior to the Board Meeting at: acannizzo@ci.oshkosh.wi.us written comments will be distributed to the Board and made part of the public record of the meeting. 1. Call to order (4:00 p.m.) 2. Determination of quorum, roll call 3. Citizen Statements to the Board (Citizens are to address the Board only. Statements are limited to five (5) minutes; must address items that are not listed on the Board meeting agenda, are limited to issues that have an impact on the Oshkosh Public Museum. The Board may address at a future meeting, and must not include endorsements of any candidates or other electioneering) 4. Consent Resolution Agenda Consent Agenda Items are those items of a routine administrative nature that are voted on by the Board in a Single Roll Call Vote. The Board has been furnished with background material on each item. Any member of the public or Board may request that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda for discussion and to be voted on separately. The Board will consider approval of: A. Minutes of October 2021 Board Meeting B. Minutes of the August 3, 2021 Board Meeting for Interviews C. November Bill List D. Receipt and Filing of 3rd Quarter Reports from the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation 5. Report of the Interim Director A. Titanic Exhibit Report B. White Christmas Exhibit C. 2022 Budget D. CIP Landscape/Sign and Cement Projects E. Education Activities 6. President’s Report – Gabe Loiacono A. Welcoming Director Phillips in Dec. B. Curator of Exhibitions Retirement 7. Auxiliary Report – Sue Eichman, Auxiliary Secretary 8. Adjournment Oshkosh Public Library Highlights October 2021 1. Readers Advisory Librarian Nancy Bell debuted OPL’s Book Bike at the Oshkosh Farmers Market on Sept. 25. The bike was a tour de force in its first appearance with many curious shoppers expressing an interest. Lively conversation and a free book giveaway rounded out a busy morning at the market. 2. Assistant Director of Public Services Ruth Percey attended the 20th Avenue YMCA’s Free Community Resource Fair on Sept. 29 as part of Active Aging Week. She shared information about the library’s genealogy resources, favorite authors and Libby. Ruth also highlighted notarization, faxing and document scanning. Several participants expressed their appreciation for these services being available at low or no cost. 3. Local History and Genealogy Librarian Michael McArthur was a guest speaker at the 20th Century Club’s 125th anniversary celebration held at the Delta Restaurant on Sat., October 9. Michael presented the history of the group, which was founded in 1896 as one of the premier women's organizations in Oshkosh. 4. Use of the library’s notary service continues to grow with Information Services staff notarizing 64 documents in September - an increase from 37 documents in May. 5. Five Chromebooks are now available for checkout with a loan period of two weeks. When paired with a Wi-Fi hotspot, this service provides a digital lifeline to patrons who need computer and internet access at home. 6. Seasonal flair was a draw this month for nine Adult DIY crafters who each created a decorative candy corn candle. Take-home kits and instructional videos remain an option for anyone who prefers to participate at home. 7. Oshkosh Memory Café has resumed monthly in-person programs at OPL. The café is a partnership with the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Winnebago County and is designed to support people who are experiencing early memory loss and their care partners. 8. The first month of our subscription book boxes for teens was a big hit with 20 Lit Loot Boxes quickly reserved. Teen Services Librarian Maggie Mueller selected 76 books for the September themed boxes. A mother of two subscribers remarked that her family is very excited about the new offering. 9. Roving Readers are once again fostering the development of literacy skills in young children. Ten sites are hosting readers, with additional requests from childcare centers and preschool programs. Library Assistant Victoria Sheehan assembles a monthly collection of books, rhymes and puppets meant to actively engage little learners. 10. In September, weekly Family Storytime sessions welcomed a combined total of 96 preschoolers and their grown-ups while twice-weekly High Hopes Early Literacy Storytimes hosted 118. Participants are overwhelmingly pleased to be back at the library. 11. OPL is fulfilling its role as a catalyst for creativity with three contests this month. F Stop: Resilience asked teens and adults to submit images that illustrate the concept of resilience. Prizes will be awarded to the top three photos in two age categories. Camera Casino is a supporting sponsor for the second year. The Two-Sentence Horror Story Contest challenges teens to tell a scary story in just two sentences. Amazon gift cards will be awarded to the top three contestants in two age categories and stories will be shared on OPL’s website. The Annual Creature Carnival Contest is back by popular demand. Kids ages 2 - 18 are asked to craft an original creature using common household materials. Prizes and accolades will be presented to the top finishers in a variety of categories and age groups. 12. Community Engagement Librarian Sandy Toland has recently participated in several local events. She received a warm welcome at the Oshkosh Earth Science Gem Mineral and Rock Show on Sept. 25 at the Sunnyview Expo Center. Hobbyists expressed their delight to connect with the library at the show. Sandy also hosted a booth at the Time of Your Life Senior Expo on Oct. 5 at the Oshkosh Convention Center. This event attracts more than 500 active older adults in addition to other representatives from retirement living communities, healthcare facilities, home healthcare agencies, non-profit, charitable and government organizations. Sandy was a featured guest on the new Oshkosh Media Life TV program The Place to Be Oshkosh. Viewers will learn more about the library’s services, resources, programs and how to discover their next great read! 13. The library continues to be a site for COVID-19 vaccination clinics every Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., under the Dome. A Winnebago County Health Department report stated, “The library for us has been a strong player as well and met a need we might not have been able to reach without that location. The space is very welcoming and easily used. As partners both FC (Fox Crossing) and the library have been super.” As of Oct. 12, there have been 116 shots given during the library’s clinics.