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The following Connecticut State Library continuing education workshops have been scheduled for May 2012. To register access the Connecticut Library Continuing Education Calendar of Events @ http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp
 
Creating Effective Library Newsletters with Publisher 2007 - May 17th (WLSC)
Newsletters are a popular method to inform your community of the happenings at your library. In this day long workshop, we will discuss best design practices for printed newsletters, distribution options, and work with Microsoft Publisher to create a sample newsletter.
 
Prerequisite: You do not need prior experience with Publisher, though it is helpful. Familiarity with basic tools in Microsoft Word or other word processing software (Wordpad, Word Perfect, or Apple Works) is a must.
 
Connecticut State Agency Information on the Internet - May 22nd (MLSC)
Connecticut State Agency web sites can provide a great source of information and supplement your existing library collections. In this hands-on workshop you will explore numerous state agency web sites that can help you answer inquiries like:
 
Does the state owe me money?
Do I need a license for....
I want to start a small business
What do I have to do to start a raffle?
Are there endangered species in CT?
How do I contact my state representative?
 
If you are curious about a particular agency, email Nancy (Nancy.Peluso<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech> at ct.gov
with the subject line "Connecticut Agency Workshop" and she'll be sure to include it in the discussion.
 
Basic Book Repair: Tools & Techniques - May 24th (WLSC)
Would you like to save money by getting more uses per book? Would you like to keep that out-of-print book in circulation to meet your library patron's needs? Would you like to quickly repair the broken book spine that came in your new book shipment, rather than waiting for a replacement? Many repairs that can extend the life of your library collection are fast and simple, and can be done with easy-to-obtain, inexpensive materials. This workshop is appropriate for a library staff member or volunteer who will be doing book repair. Emphasis will be on simple repairs for the everyday public or school library collection, rather than on archival or long-term preservation techniques.<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
 
Topics covered will include:<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
 
*Basic book handling and cleaning, and some damage prevention measures<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
*Materials needed for basic book repair and where to get them<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
*How to repair a torn page & how to reinsert a loose page or group of pages<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
*How to reattach a paperback cover<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
*Some repair options for simple hardcover spine problems<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
*When to cover, re-sew, encase, or rebind books<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
*Resources for book repair - websites, brochures, etc.<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
 
**HANDS-ON: BRING SOME DAMAGED BOOKS TO SHARE AND REPAIR - Some supplies will be available for sharing. Optionally, you may also bring your own book repair tools to work with, such as scissors, box cutter or Xacto knife, ruler, bone folder, glue stick, and/or glue brush.**<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
 
 

Free Webinar: Homework Help with iCONN – May 31st (Online) 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
This webinar focuses on Gale’s homework helper resources. We’ll use actual school assignments to explore the In Context resources (Science, U.S. History, World History, Biography), perfect for middle and high school students. We’ll also take a look at Kids InfoBits for elementary age students. We’ll also take a quick look at Testing and Education Reference Center for students preparing for college and careers.

 
 
 
If you are unable to attend a workshop visit  WebJunction Connecticut @ http://www.webjunction.org/partners/connecticut.html<http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech>
 
To Preview the Course Catalog visit:  https://oclc.plateau.com/plateau/user/site/browseCatalog.do<http://www.webjunction.org/partners/connecticut.html>
 
OR Request Course Access visit: https://www.webjunction.org/find-training/request-access/<https://oclc.plateau.com/plateau/user/site/browseCatalog.do>

 

 

 

 

 

Kris Abery

Continuing Education Coordinator

Connecticut State Library

Email: Kris.Abery@ct.gov

Tele: 860 704 2206
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Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/LibraryofCT