From WSullivan at cslib.org Tue Sep 1 05:03:13 2009 From: WSullivan at cslib.org (William Sullivan) Date: Tue Sep 1 05:03:17 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Phone Service Down at iCONN / MLSC Message-ID: <4A9CD541.8829.00BC.0@cslib.org> Good morning: The phone service at iCONN (and the Middletown Library Service Center) is currently not functioning for both incoming and outgoing calls. The problem has been reported. We will let you know when service is restored. Thanks for your patience. Regards, Bill Sullivan William Sullivan, Administrator iCONN - Connecticut's re-search engine www.iconn.org Connecticut State Library www.cslib.org 786 South Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457 wsullivan@cslib.org p: 860-704-2230 or 888-256-1222 (toll-free in CT) f: 860-704-2229 From CAntonucci at ccc.commnet.edu Tue Sep 1 05:03:03 2009 From: CAntonucci at ccc.commnet.edu (Antonucci Jr., Carl A) Date: Tue Sep 1 05:03:20 2009 Subject: [Conntech] FW: Good News Regarding State Budget - From Bobby Shea Message-ID: <5E3D2CF899B7F244AC784ED16F6ED499046B70BE@caex1.ccc.commnet.edu> From: Antonucci Jr., Carl A Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 7:57 AM To: 'ccald@googlegroups.com'; 'clclist@ctlibrarians.org'; SYS-LibraryCouncil Subject: Good News Regarding State Budget - From Bobby Shea Carl A. Antonucci, Jr. Director of Library Services Capital Community College 950 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103-1207 860-906-5021 FAX: 860-906-5255 Got Questions? Try InfoAnytime - http://www.infoanytime.org Connecticut's 24/7 Virtual Reference Service From: Robert F. Shea, Jr. [mailto:shea@shealawinc.com] Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 12:13 AM To: Christine Bradley; Jay Johnston; Kathy Leeds; Randi Ashton-Pritting CLA; Karen Roesler CLA; Kendall Wiggin; Sharon Brettschneider; Maura Ritz CLA Fairfield; Maxine Bleiweis; Antonucci Jr., Carl A; Wang, Alison; Valerie Kilmartin; Barbara Blosveren; Joan Overfield; Debbie Herman -- CLA CCSU; Pat Holloway; Kathy Leeds Subject: Go Libraries !! Go Denise Merrill !! Dear Library Buddies: It's 11:54 pm. The House of Representatives just passed House Bill 6802. Most importantly, at the very end of the all-day debate, House Majority Leader Denise Merrill took the Floor and stated THAT THE MOST INTERESTING AND MOST FREQUENT COMMUNICATIONS THAT SHE RECEIVED WERE FROM THE LIBRARIANS THROUGHOUT THE STATE. Denise read from one of the letters that she received from a librarian. WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You should all watch the telecast of the debate. You can watch the telecast of the House Debate on the CTN website: www.ct-n.com. (the 8/31/09 House Debate). Fast-forward all the way to the end and watch Denise Merrill's comments. The Senate will pass the bill early Tuesday morning; and the Governor is expected to sign the bill; or at least not veto the bill and allow it to become law. I'll let you all know. OK. THERE'S NO REST FOR THE WEARY. YOU ALL HAVE TO GET BACK TO WORK ON TUESDAY MORNING. YOU MUST SEND STRONG THANK YOU NOTES TO DENISE MERRILL AND TO CHRISTOPHER DONOVAN AND TO DON WILLIAMS AND TO MARTIN LOONEY AND TO JOHN GERAGOSIAN AND TO TONI HARP AND TO ANDREW FLEISCHMANN AND TO ANDREW MAYNARD !!! I'M NOT KIDDING!! PLEASE SEND THE THANK YOU NOTES ASAP AND ASK YOUR COLLEAGUES TO SEND NOTES. THESE LAWMAKERS FOUGHT HARD IN THE TRENCHES FOR US AGAINST DRACONIAN (I LOVE THAT WORD) CUTS AND THEY ALL DESERVE OUR THANKS AND PRAISE !! Peace Friends. Bobby Shea, CLA Lobbyist PRIVILEGED & CONFIDENTIAL. THANK YOU. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090901/0ff69be6/attachment.htm From SBrett at cslib.org Tue Sep 1 11:31:19 2009 From: SBrett at cslib.org (Sharon Brettschneider) Date: Tue Sep 1 11:31:06 2009 Subject: [Conntech] CEN Budget Message-ID: <4A9D3036.360B.00D7.0@cslib.org> Good Afternoon, Another piece of good news from the budget that was passed by the legislature yesterday/last night is that funding for the CT Education Network was maintained. For those of you unable to stay up to watch the full budget debate you can see it on CTN, video on demand. Go to: http://www.ctn.state.ct.us/ondemand.asp Click on the link to the House or Senate Session. Particularly interesting is Rep. Denise Merrill's comments about libraries at about 4 hours and 45 minutes into the House session. Sharon _____________________________ Sharon Brettschneider Director, Division of Library Development Connecticut State Library 231 Capitol Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 860-757-6665 sbrett@cslib.org ct.webjunction.org Fax 860-757-6503 From MEngels at cslib.org Tue Sep 1 12:12:44 2009 From: MEngels at cslib.org (Mary Engels) Date: Tue Sep 1 12:12:14 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Phones at MLSC and IConn Message-ID: <4A9D39EB.1A3E.008E.0@cslib.org> The phone system at the Middletown Service Center and IConn is still down. This includes our fax machines. It may not be fixed until sometime tomorrow. We will let folks know when it is back. For now, you'll have to communicate with us via e-mail. We're sorry about that. Mary Mary Engels, Director Middletown Library Service Center 786 South Main St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone 860-704-2207; in CT 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 mengels@cslib.org http://ct.webjunction.org From mshasskarl at libraryconnection.info Tue Sep 1 14:21:16 2009 From: mshasskarl at libraryconnection.info (Marie Spratlin Hasskarl) Date: Tue Sep 1 14:13:38 2009 Subject: [Conntech] missing book Message-ID: <200909011712424.SM27084@staffa2> Hi All ~ We are missing a book "Act like a lady, think like a man" by Steve Harvey, 306.7. Would you be so kind as to check your shelves to see if it is there and send it back to us. Our patron will be ever so grateful. Thanks, Marie Marie Spratlin Hasskarl Library Director Burlington Public Library 34 Library Lane/ PO Box 1379 Burlington, CT 06013-1379 860. 673.3331 860.673.0897 fax burlingtonctlibrary.info website mshasskarl@libraryconnection.info -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Mary Mary Engels, Director Middletown Library Service Center 786 South Main St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone 860-704-2207; in CT 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 mengels@cslib.org http://ct.webjunction.org From TNewman at cslib.org Wed Sep 2 05:28:45 2009 From: TNewman at cslib.org (Tom Newman) Date: Wed Sep 2 05:28:30 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Annual Report Reminder Message-ID: <4A9E2CBD.7C78.0033.0@cslib.org> Attention Public Library Directors (or those in charge of doing the Annual Report): This is a reminder that the survey for the Annual Report 2008-2009 and Application for State Aid 2009-2010 is up and ready for submissions. If you did not receive your LOGIN and PASSWORD information from me in July, or have misplaced it, let me know and I will resend it to you. Take note: 1. The Bibliostat survey interface has changed. It will look a bit different, but work better (I hope). 2. Town/City budget cuts could make you ineligible for the State Aid grant for principal public libraries. If so, feel free to call me to find out what your options are. 3. A reminder that when counting Reference Questions, be sure NOT to include directional transactions or questions of rules or policies. And if your library is offering ?Book a Librarian? sessions, you should count any reference questions you receive in these sessions as you would if they came during standard reference desk duty. 4. We have a new federal question this year asking for a count off ALL library borrowers (resident and non-resident). If you can?t provide this number this year, either answer N/A or make an estimate for this figure (for example you could use the ratio of non-resident circulation to overall circulation and, using this ratio with the number of resident borrowers, come up with an approximate number for non-resident borrowers.) If you have any questions about the survey, please call or email me. Many, many thanks to all early submitters!! Tom Newman State Library Data Coordinator & WebJunction CT Editor Connecticut State Library 231 Capitol Avenue Hartford, CT 06106-1537 860-757-6573 fax: 860-757-6503 tnewman@cslib.org http://ct.webjunction.org From MJensen at cslib.org Wed Sep 2 05:38:53 2009 From: MJensen at cslib.org (Mary Louise Jensen) Date: Wed Sep 2 05:38:35 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Libratects Workshop at Westbrook Public Library Message-ID: <4A9E2F1D.FF72.000E.0@cslib.org> My last reminder. Mary Louise The Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development and the Westbrook Public Library present Libratects Workshop at Westbrook Public Library Libratects is a lecture series where public libraries describe their building process to create an improved library facility. The Westbrook Public Library will have several speakers covering some of these topics: -When and how the project was started -Planning -Fundraising -Funding sources -What key players did (architects, trustees, town officials, library director, building committee, clerk of the works, etc.) -Problems and how they were solved -Things that worked well -Using a private building consultant -Site selection -Bidding -Construction -Interior design and furnishing selection -Moving Project Description for the Westbrook Public Library: This is an addition and renovation project. The library building is now 18,564 square feet. This includes the original library building of 11,760 square feet.. Library Director of Westbrook Public Library: Lewis B. Daniels Architect: Ken Best, DRA Architects Who should attend? Library personnel, trustees, town officials, consultants, and architects Time and location Monday ,September 14, 2009, from 10 am to 12:30 pm 10:00 A.M. Coffee 10:15 A.M. Program 11:45 A.M. Library Tour 12:30 P.M. Adjourn Westbrook Public Library 61 Goodspeed Dr. Westbrook, CT 06498 Directions to Westbrook Public Library can be found at http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?searchtype=address&country=US&addtohistory=&searchtab=home&formtype=address&popflag=0&latitude=&longitude=&name=&phone=&level=&cat=&address=61+Goodspeed+Drive+&city=Westbrook&state=CT&zipcode=06498 Fee: no charge Future Libratect workshop (please feel free also to register for the following workshop) October 8, 2009 West Hartford Public Library REGISTRATION: 1. Access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp. 2. Click on the month of the event at the top of the page. 3. Find the date of the event and click on the underlined event title to register. 4. Enter the following information: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, PHONE NUMBER, EMAIL ADDRESS, NAME OF YOUR LIBRARY OR ARCHITECTURAL FIRM, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS REQUIRED, NOTES (for additional instructions). 5. Click on COMPLETE REGISTRATION when done. First time users will be prompted to enter an address. Please enter YOUR LIBRARY OR FIRM ADDRESS. Once completed you will receive an event confirmation form. CANCELLATION POLICY DUE TO BAD WEATHER: If the public schools in the town/city that the library is located are closed due to bad weather, the workshop will be canceled. For more information, or if you have questions or concerns, please contact: Mary Louise Jensen Building Consultant Division of Library Development Connecticut State Library Willimantic Library Service Center 1320 Main Street, Suite 25 Willimantic, CT 06226 Phone: 860-456-1717, Ext. 306 or 1-800-253-7944 Ext. 306 Fax: 860-423-5874 E-mail: mjensen@cslib.org From SBrett at cslib.org Wed Sep 2 06:07:52 2009 From: SBrett at cslib.org (Sharon Brettschneider) Date: Wed Sep 2 06:07:44 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Final Budget News Message-ID: <4A9E35E7.360B.00D7.0@cslib.org> CT Library Community, The long budget process is over! As I'm sure you have seen, the legislature passed a state budget and the Governor has decided to let it become law on September 8 without her signature. She is making some line item vetoes but nothing that impacts libraries. So below I've listed, once again, our final numbers. There isn't a separate line for the service centers but they have been maintained. Also, CEN has maintained their funding. On behalf of all of us at the State Library, thank you to all the supporters of Connecticut's libraries. STATE LIBRARY State-Wide Digital Library (iCONN) - All databases will be retained. $1,968,794 Interlibrary Loan Delivery Service (Ccar) - All service will be maintained. $266,434 Legal/Legislative Library Materials (State Library Book Budget) This maintains funding at last year's level. $1,140,000 State-Wide Data Base Program (reQuest) The statewide catalog and web portal will be maintained. $674,696 Info Anytime - This represents a reduction negotiated with CLC and the Appropriations Committee to maintain the service. Last year's funding was $150,000. $42,500 Support Cooperating Library Service Units (CLC) This restores funding to last year's pre- 5% reduction appropriated level $350,000 Grants to Public Libraries - This maintains last year's funding level. $347,109 Connecticard Payments - This maintains funding at last year's level. $1,226,028 The FY11 budget is level funded at the FY10 level. _____________________________ Sharon Brettschneider Director, Division of Library Development Connecticut State Library 231 Capitol Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 860-757-6665 sbrett@cslib.org ct.webjunction.org Fax 860-757-6503 From mritz at town.fairfield.ct.us Wed Sep 2 09:08:34 2009 From: mritz at town.fairfield.ct.us (Ritz, Maura) Date: Wed Sep 2 09:09:25 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Fairfield Public Library "Jobs 2009 -Part 3" Series Message-ID: <1EA10E461DD5D411B6750002A5070633096A4D2F@FFLDMAIL.town.fairfield.ct.us> Please feel free to share this schedule with your patrons who are in career transition (http://www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org/jobs2009.pdf). All are welcome; we only request registration in advance. Maura Maura Ritz, Town Librarian Fairfield Public Library 1080 Old Post Road Fairfield, CT 06824 Tel.: (203) 256-3154 Fax: (203) 256-3198 mritz@fplct.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090902/0bcd7539/attachment.htm From lpiazza at biblio.org Wed Sep 2 09:04:46 2009 From: lpiazza at biblio.org (Lorraine Piazza) Date: Wed Sep 2 09:14:17 2009 Subject: [Conntech] September Programs at the Derby Public Library Message-ID: <1251908011_209@lucius> Derby Public Library 313 Elizabeth Street Derby, CT 06418 Phone: 203-736-1482 Fax: 203-736-1419 www.derbypubliclibrary.org September 2, 6:30 p.m. - Ghost Hunting Investigations, Along with Stories of Derbys of the World. SUITABLE FOR AGES 14 AND UP. Paranormal Historian Richard Felix of Derby, England will visit the library. Mr. Felix is one of the hosts of Britain's television show Most Haunted, as seen on the Travel Channel. He's also the founder of the Derby Heritage Centre in England which started the now world famous Derby Ghost Walk. He's written several books and is now working on a new TV show which will explore all aspects of the paranormal. Richard Felix believes that ghosts and history go together and firmly believes that ghosts do exist. He has seen and heard them but remains skeptical about most ghost occurrences. He feels that at least eight out of ten can be explained., but that it's the remaining two that you need to worry about. September 3, 10:00 am - Sports Talk Series fourth season continues. These informal sessions will be held every Thursday morning throughout the baseball season. They will again be facilitated by radio talk show host, author, and Major League Baseball rules consultant, Rich Marazzi. Each session will include trivia contests, videos, lively conversation and more. Refreshments will always be on hand. All ages, rookies, through veterans, are invited to join Rich and his group of Silver Sluggers. September 8, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Young Adult Advisory Board Meeting for patrons ages 12-17. Attendees are encouraged to voice their ideas for improving and expanding Library services offered to young adults. We provide an environment of active and creative participation and this advisory board thrives on their involvement. September 9, 6:30 pm: Guided Self Assessment Clinic on Fall Prevention. Seniors and caregivers are invited. Presented by Regina Demitrack, BSN, MPH, Director of Community Health and Wellness, from the Visiting Nurse Association of South Central Connecticut.This program is provided through a grant from the Greater New Haven Community Foundation. Risk factors for falling and prevention strategies will be addressed. Attendees will be able to complete a personal assessment of their own risk for falling and learn about ways to prevent a debilitating fall. September 10, 10:00 am - Sports Talk Series fourth season continues. These informal sessions will be held every Thursday morning throughout the baseball season. They will again be facilitated by radio talk show host, author, and Major League Baseball rules consultant, Rich Marazzi. Each session will include trivia contests, videos, lively conversation and more. Refreshments will always be on hand. All ages, rookies, through veterans, are invited to join Rich and his group of Silver Sluggers. September 11, 10:00 am - 11:30 am: Free Walk-In Basic Computer Classes. The library will offer a basic introduction for the first time user and those seeking to refresh their PC skills. Topics covered: computer hardware, Windows XP, word processing basics & internet searching. Classes are offered on a walk-in basis with a seven seat limit per class. No reservations accepted. September 14, 6:30 pm: Seminar: Child Safety Seats for Cars presented by Derby resident, Coleen Fitch, Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician. Topics will include how to choose a car seat, car seat expiration, Connecticut Law verses best practices, seat belts, proper installation and harness use. September 15, 10 am - 12 noon: Career Development Workshop - Resume Dynamics. The library continues to host free career development workshops presented by the Connecticut Department of Labor. This interactive workshop will include the do's and don'ts in creating the best resume that will work for you. If you already have a resume bring it along, if not you will work on creating one. September 16, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm: Free Walk-In Basic Computer Classes. The library will offer a basic introduction for the first time user and those seeking to refresh their PC skills. Topics covered: computer hardware, Windows XP, word processing basics & internet searching. Classes are offered on a walk-in basis with a seven seat limit per class. No reservations accepted. September 17, 10:00 am - Sports Talk Series fourth season continues. Special guests: Tony Marty Appel and Tony Pasqua. These informal sessions will be held every Thursday morning throughout the baseball season. They will again be facilitated by radio talk show host, author, and Major League Baseball rules consultant, Rich Marazzi. Each session will include trivia contests, videos, lively conversation and more. Refreshments will always be on hand. All ages, rookies, through veterans, are invited to join Rich and his group of Silver Sluggers. September 22, 9:30 -1:30 pm: AARP Driver Safety Course. This refresher course is designed for drivers fifty and over. Participants must attend both days (Sept. 22 & Sept. 23). Cost: $12.00 for AARP members, $14.00 for non-members. No written tests, no road tests, no information given to DMV. Learn how to avoid driving hazards. You may save up to 10% on your present auto liability insurance. Space is limited -- registration is required. Bring a bag lunch, coffee/dessert will be provided. September 23, 9:30 -1:30 pm: AARP Driver Safety Course. This refresher course is designed for drivers fifty and over. Participants must attend both days (Sept. 22 & Sept. 23). Cost: $12.00 for AARP members, $14.00 for non-members. No written tests, no road tests, no information given to DMV. Learn how to avoid driving hazards. You may save up to 10% on your present auto liability insurance. Space is limited -- registration is required. Bring a bag lunch, coffee/dessert will be provided. September 23, 6:30 pm: Book Discussion: Outcasts United: A Refugee Team, an American town. This is an extraordinary true story by Warren St. John of how a refugee youth soccer team transformed the typical small southern American town of Clarkson, GA into a refugee settlement center in the 1990s, becoming the first American home for scores of families in flight from the world's war zones-from Liberia and Sudan to Iraq and Afghanistan. This fast-paced chronicle of how an American-educated Jordanian woman unifies refugee children and keeps them off the streets is both complex and inspiring. September 24, 10:00 am - Sports Talk Series fourth season continues. These informal sessions will be held every Thursday morning throughout the baseball season. They will again be facilitated by radio talk show host, author, and Major League Baseball rules consultant, Rich Marazzi. Each session will include trivia contests, videos, lively conversation and more. Refreshments will always be on hand. All ages, rookies, through veterans, are invited to join Rich and his group of Silver Sluggers. September 29, 6:30 pm: Mark Twain's Last Stand. This program for adults and young adults is presented by Alan Kitty. This ninety minute monologue combines Twain's wit and insight from the human condition with Kitty's skillful portrayal. Join us for an evening of socially charged humor that reflects modern sensibility! This program is being funded by a grant from the Palazzi Family Fund through the Valley Community Foundation. September 30, 6:30-7:30 pm: Young Adult Cooking Demonstration. For ages 12 to 17. In recognition of National Hispanic Month and by popular demand, local professional chef Cynthia Opper, will once again amaze her young adult audience with ethnic techniques for preparing wonderful Hispanic foods. Samples of the finished product will also be provided. September 30, 10:00 am - 12 noon & 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: CT Works Career Coach. The coach returns to the library. Instructors will be offering Job Search Assistance. Learn where to look for jobs, how to get the job you want, and how to search for jobs on the internet. This workshop is free and open to the public. The Career Coach is a project of The Workplace, Inc., operated by Career Resources. REGISTER TODAY! Space is limited. Walk-ins are welcome on a first come, first served basis. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090902/97cd1aa2/attachment.htm From KAbery at cslib.org Wed Sep 2 09:22:28 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Wed Sep 2 09:22:19 2009 Subject: [Conntech] State Library Workshop Update for 09/01/09 References: <4A7C2F230200004B0001E6F3@ns2.cslib.org> <4A9E63840200004B0001EBC2@ns2.cslib.org> Message-ID: <4A9E6382.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> The following workshops have been scheduled for September 2009. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp Teaching Technology - Sept. 10th (Danbury PL) Have you needed to teach a technology class but didn't know how to start? This half-day workshop will help get you going and help you get beyond the fear factor. We'll discuss the philosophy of teaching adults. Though the emphasis in this workshop will be on teaching technology many of the concepts can be used to teach other skills. Topics include: organizing the information, preparing presentation materials, encouraging participation, creating handouts and more. WordPress Websites - Sept. 16th (Simsbury PL) Looking for a simple way to have an attractive and useful web presence? One that is easy to maintain as well? Come learn how it can be done with Wordpress. Wordpress is a content management system that lets you create and maintain a website without learning complex & expensive web development software. In this session we'll cover: How Wordpress helps you organize your information. setting up an easy to update page for news, changing the look of your site through the use of themes, options for letting people leave comments on your site, incorporating content from blogs, flickr and other services and much more. Introduction to Camtasia Studio 6 - Sept. 17th (MLSC) Are you interested in learning how to create screencasts? Never heard of screencasts? Then this full-day workshop is for you. We will learn how to create online screencasts using Camtasia Studio 6, a powerful, easy-to-use video screen recording program. Workshop participants will learn how to record, produce, edit and publish practical screencasts and take away the knowledge to do many more. You will be provided with step-by-step procedures to get the most from your screencasts, and a list of resources for further learning. You will have time during the day to work on a real project so come prepared with some ideas. **Please bring a flash/usb/thumb drive with you for the workshop. This will allow you to save your class work.** Basic Image Editing & Organizing with Picasa 3 - Sept. 17th (Wilton LA) Picasa 3 is a free download from Google. This half day workshop will introduce you to several techniques for editing, sharing and managing digital photos using Picasa 3. Workshop, participants will organize, edit and create photos. You will also learn how to crop, straighten, resize, color your photos and much more. Finally, participants will save the finished images for print, email, and Web. Topics include: organizing a group of photos, straighten photos, sharpening focus, correct blemishes, and more. Audio Editing & Podcasting 101 - Sept. 18th (MLSC) Are you interested in learning about podcasting and how you might use it in your library? In this full day hands-on workshop, participants will learn to create podcasts using free open source software and inexpensive equipment. We will also explore different formats for podcasting and learn how to publish our masterpieces. Even if you don't want to podcast, learning to record and edit audio is handy if you want to create online tutorials, videos, or record events and programs held in your library. Topics covered include: what software and hardware is needed, steps for creating & publishing a podcast, hands on time recording & editing audio with Audacity, importing music to enhance your audio (copyright free of course!), ideas for podcasting in the library and much more. iCONN Database Training: New Resources for K-12 & Children's Librarians - Sept. 22nd (MLSC), Sept. 23rd (Bristol PL), Sept. 24th (WLSC) Curious about Gale's PowerSearch 2.0? Want to hear about the new resources from Gale - History Resource Center: US and World & Science Resource Center? Join us on Sept. 22nd at the Middletown LSC. Stacey Knibloe, Senior Training Consultant for Gale, will be providing training on these new and exciting resources for K-12 and Children's Librarian's. iCONN Database Training: New Resources for Public Libraries - Sept. 22nd (MLSC), Sept. 23rd (Bristol PL), Sept. 24th (WLSC) Curious about Gale's PowerSearch 2.0? Want to hear about your new resources from Gale - History Resource Center: US and World & Science Resource Center? Join us on Sept. 22nd at the Middletown LSC. Stacey Knibloe, Senior Training Consultant for Gale, will be providing training on all these new and exciting resources Public and Academic Librarian's. Language of Fonts - Sept. 29th (Wilton LA) In this half day workshop the language we'll speak is "font". We'll explore places on the internet where you can explore and download fonts as well as demonstrating two font creation programs: Scan Hand and Font Creator. Either of these programs will bring out the creative designer in you. If you enjoy the beauty of a well drawn font, this class is for you. From nhfplevents at gmail.com Wed Sep 2 09:44:53 2009 From: nhfplevents at gmail.com (carol brown) Date: Wed Sep 2 09:44:56 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Author of Cooking and Screaming at New Haven Library Sept. 9 Message-ID: <97c6e0b20909020944h4dbd5b5ra326f4058d3e339@mail.gmail.com> Noted blogger (www.nosheteria.com) Adrienne Kane will discuss her new book, *Cooking & Screaming: Finding My Own Recipe For Recovery, *on Wednesday. Sept. 9, 6-7pm at New Haven Public Library, 133 Elm St. Kane is a food writer, originally from the California Bay Area, now living in New Haven. Copies of her book will be available for sale/signing. *About the book*: Adrienne Kane always loved food, waiting as a child by the oven for cookies to emerge or fueling long hours of work on her senior thesis with a satisfying tagliatelle. But just two weeks before her college graduation, she suffered a hemorrhagic stroke that left her paralyzed on the right side of her body. Once a dancer and aspiring teacher, she was now dependent on her loved ones, embarrassed by her disability and facing an identity crisis. The next several years were a blur of doctors, therapists, rehabilitation and frustration--until she got back into the kitchen. In *Cooking and Screaming*, Kane describes how cooking becomes her escape and solace. Publishers Weekly says ?Kane nicely integrates memories of her childhood, family portraits?as well as many wonderful recipes into this story of recovery.? There is no charge for this program, and free parking is available. For more information, and to register, visit www.adriennekane.eventbrite.com or call the library at (203) 946-8835. -- Carol Brown Adult Programming New Haven Free Public Library 133 Elm St., New Haven CT 06510 (203) 946-8835 Visit www.nhbulletin.blogspot.com for regional events and information. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090902/f00290ba/attachment.htm From SBrett at cslib.org Wed Sep 2 11:19:30 2009 From: SBrett at cslib.org (Sharon Brettschneider) Date: Wed Sep 2 11:19:24 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Ken Wiggin Receives Award Message-ID: <4A9E7EF2.360B.00D7.0@cslib.org> CT Libraries, I am pleased to let you know that New England Library Association has announced that Kendall Wiggin has received their 2009 Emerson Greenaway Award. Established by the NELA in 1988, the award honors Emerson Greenaway, an innovator in library organization and practice. This award recognizes librarians who have made major contributions to the field of librarianship in New England including development of outstanding services, involvement with developing library cooperation in New England, and outstanding leadership in the field. Ken is being honored for his leadership as the State Librarian for Connecticut, directing the development and administration of library programs and services including several important initiatives: iCONN, the Connecticut Education Network, the Historical Documents Preservation program and Connecticut History Online. Ken has improved the State Library's reputation with the Connecticut library community, the Governor, the Legislature, other state agencies, and other education and history partners. He is also being recognized for his work as Director of Libraries (State Librarian) in New Hampshire and his regional and national involvement with NELINET, the Chief Officers of State Library Agencies in the Northeast (COSLINE), OCLC and the Chief Officers of State Library Agencies (COSLA). Ken will be honored at a banquet at the NELA Annual Conference on October 18th in Hartford. Registration for the conference is at: http://nelib.org/conference/2009/index.htm The full announcement may be found at: http://nelib.org/greenaway/index.htm Congratulations Ken! _____________________________ Sharon Brettschneider Director, Division of Library Development Connecticut State Library 231 Capitol Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 860-757-6665 sbrett@cslib.org ct.webjunction.org Fax 860-757-6503 From mfoyt at russell.lioninc.org Thu Sep 3 03:17:02 2009 From: mfoyt at russell.lioninc.org (Michelle Foyt) Date: Thu Sep 3 03:44:48 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Russell Library Job & Career Program Message-ID: Please click on the link below to find a poster and flyer on the Russell Library Job and Career Program for fall. All programs are free and open to the general public. Thanks. Best, Michelle http://russelllibrary.org/news_events/business_progs.html Michelle Foyt, Business & Career Resources Librarian Russell Library 123 Broad Street Middletown, CT 06457 860-347-2520 mfoyt@russell.lioninc.org From ehansen at cslib.org Thu Sep 3 06:05:37 2009 From: ehansen at cslib.org (Eric Hansen) Date: Thu Sep 3 06:05:42 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Cross-posted; please excuse duplication. Please forward as appropriate. Message-ID: <4A9F86E0.6A08.0027.0@cslib.org> Cross-posted; please excuse duplication. Please forward as appropriate. Everyone: The two databases removed from iCONN menus and links documents on Monday evening were restored on Wednesday night. The two databases restored are: AP Images (all libraries) Westlaw Campus Research (academic libraries) Please reply to me if you experience any problems. Thanks to everyone who made the restoration possible. Best to all, Eric Eric Hansen Electronic Resources Coordinator iCONN.org 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06547-5101 Tel. 860.704.2224 888.256.1222 (in CT) Fax 860.704.2229 ehansen@cslib.org From MEngels at cslib.org Thu Sep 3 11:45:34 2009 From: MEngels at cslib.org (Mary Engels) Date: Thu Sep 3 11:45:32 2009 Subject: [Conntech] It Takes More than a Ramp: Disability Awareness in your Library Message-ID: <4A9FD68D.1A3E.008E.0@cslib.org> The CLA ADA Committee is proud to present: It Takes More Than a Ramp: Disability Awareness in Your Library Physical access is just the beginning? Do you know: How to escort a blind person? Whether you should open a door for a person using a wheelchair? The best way to design an accessible program flyer? If you?re not sure and you want to make your library as welcoming as possible for everyone in your community, this is the workshop for you. In this interactive program we?ll explore the definition and incidence of disabilities in Connecticut and what the ADA requires libraries to do. You?ll experience what it is like to have a disability, learn about disability etiquette, and be introduced to resources you can use for information and referral and for purchasing equipment and materials for your library. Barbara Klipper, the session leader, has presented a similar workshop for the staff of The Ferguson Library in Stamford, where she is responsible for the materials and services of the library?s Special Needs Center. She serves as chair of the ALSC committee Library Services for Special Population Children and Their Caregivers and is the ALSC representative to the ASCLA Accessibility Assembly. November 2, 2009 Wallingford Public Library Directions: http://www.wallingford.lioninc.org/?q=hours Coffee and Registration 9:30 Workshop 10:00 to 12:00 Registration Form Print, Complete and Send in with Payment Name(s): ________________________________________________________________ Library: ________________________________________________________________ Email: ________________________________________________________________ # Attending: CLA Member _____ Non-member _____ Total $ Enclosed _____ Cost: CLA Members $5.00. Non-members $15.00. Please make checks payable to CLA and send to: Mary Engels, Middletown Library Service Center, 786 South Main St., Middletown, CT 06457 If you have a disability and need special accommodations, please contact Mary two weeks prior to the event at (860)-704-2207 or mengels@cslib.org) From rsimon at cantonpubliclibrary.org Thu Sep 3 12:30:12 2009 From: rsimon at cantonpubliclibrary.org (rsimon@cantonpubliclibrary.org) Date: Thu Sep 3 12:30:17 2009 Subject: [Conntech] (no subject) Message-ID: <58938.207.210.130.106.1252006212.squirrel@webmail1.web.com> Job Opening for Library Aide I - The Canton Public Library seeks an energetic, friendly, public service oriented individual to work part-time at the Circulation Desk and in the Children’s Room. Applicants must be capable of performing a wide variety of library tasks. High school diploma required. A bachelor’s degree, strong computer skills, and previous library work experience preferred. Currently, the hours are Tuesday evenings and every other Saturday. Periodic Sunday afternoon work is required between November 1 and March 31. Additional hours are available by substituting for other staff days, evenings, and weekends. $12.98 per hour. No benefits. To apply, send a completed Town of Canton employment application and resume to Robert Simon, Director, Canton Public Library, 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton, CT 06019. Employment applications are available at Canton Town Hall, at the Canton Public Library, and online at www.townofcantonct.org. Applications must be received by 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 16, 2009. EOE Robert Simon, MLS Library Director Canton Public Library 40 Dyer Avenue Canton, CT 06019 Telephone (860) 693-5800 Email rsimon@cantonpubliclibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Each participant will have time to work on his/her own presentation. **Please note: We will be using PowerPoint 2007** At this workshop you will: Learn the basics of PowerPoint Software Understand the different views within PowerPoint Create organization charts and Excel type graphs Import colorful templates Create speakers note pages Add transitions and builds to your presentation Animate text and graphics Thursday, September 23, 2009 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Darien Public Library Computer Lab Fee: $30.00 Limit: 10 Kris Abery Continuing Education Coordinator Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06457 Tele: (860) 704 - 2206 Fax: (860) 704 - 2228 From burgess.k at hotmail.com Thu Sep 3 14:32:25 2009 From: burgess.k at hotmail.com (Kari Burgess) Date: Thu Sep 3 14:32:27 2009 Subject: [Conntech] E-book Survey Message-ID: September 3, 2009 Kari Burgess Southern Connecticut State University 501 Crescent Street New Haven, CT 06515 burgessk2@southernct.edu Dear Library Director: I am a Graduate student at Southern Connecticut State University. To complete my Master?s degree I must conduct a research project. I am examining how electronic books are impacting the publishing industry and public libraries across Connecticut. This survey is directed toward the librarian in charge of electronic book purchasing. This survey will be used to determine the demand for e-books in Connecticut public libraries and what types of e-books and hand held reading devices are being offered to the public via Connecticut libraries. The survey was put together using SurveyMonkey. All answers are completely confidential. The taking of the survey is anonymous. No personal or library names are asked for. All data will be kept secure. An application has been sent to the Institutional Review Board. A copy of the application is available upon request. Please contact me or my project advisor with any questions or concerns. If you would like to participate in this survey please click on the link below or copy and paste it into your web browser. 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They will be given in 2 population groups (under 15,000 and over 15,000) for one specific library service or program Nominations will be judged on: ? Creativity and innovation ? Service to their community ? Leadership in creating model programs ? A program which will affect the future of the library and its community If you?ve been nominated in the past and haven?t won, submit another nomination. The competition is different each year. Winners will receive a: ? Feature story in Connecticut Libraries ? Gala reception at the CLA Annual Conference ? Modest cash award Nominations due by Noon, November 6, 2009 Send to: Mary Engels Connecticut State Library Middletown Library Service Center 786 South Main St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone: 860-704-2207 or 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 Email: mengels@cslib.org For more information and to download entry forms visit http://tinyurl.com/6p9vd6 The Excellence In Public Library Service Awards are sponsored by The Connecticut State Library Connecticut Library Association Public Libraries Section, CLA Friends of Connecticut Libraries and Association of Connecticut Library Boards From kabery at cslib.org Fri Sep 4 09:17:21 2009 From: kabery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Fri Sep 4 09:17:23 2009 Subject: [Conntech] PowerPoint 2007 (Darien PL) Correction Message-ID: <4AA105520200004B0001EC9D@ns2.cslib.org> The following workshop is scheduled for September 2009. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp PowerPoint 2007 - Sept. 23rd (Darien PL) Would you like to improve your ability to get your message across to other people? PowerPoint presentations are an exciting way to communicate your message to an audience. You can master most aspects of PowerPoint in this day-long workshop. You can learn how to create a simple and colorful presentation for use with the public or your colleagues. Each participant will have time to work on his/her own presentation. **Please note: We will be using PowerPoint 2007** At this workshop you will: Learn the basics of PowerPoint Software Understand the different views within PowerPoint Create organization charts and Excel type graphs Import colorful templates Create speakers note pages Add transitions and builds to your presentation Animate text and graphics Wednesday, September 23, 2009 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Darien Public Library Computer Lab Fee: $30.00 Limit: 10 From barbara.bailey at glastonbury-ct.gov Fri Sep 4 10:37:34 2009 From: barbara.bailey at glastonbury-ct.gov (Barbara Bailey) Date: Fri Sep 4 10:37:39 2009 Subject: [Conntech] CLA Public Library Section Meeting, Wednesday, Sept. 9 10 a.m. Message-ID: CLA Public Library Section meets on Wednesday, September 9 at 10 a.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library, 38 Main Street, Salisbury, www.scovillelibrary.org. All interested in public library services are welcome to attend. Lunch follows at the White Hart Inn, www.whitehartinn.com. Enjoy the weekend and hope to see you on the 9th. Barbara J. Bailey, M.L.S. Director Welles-Turner Memorial Library 2407 Main Street Glastonbury, CT 06033 Voice: (860)652-7717 Fax: (860)652-7721 E-mail: barbara.bailey@glastonbury-ct.gov ________________________________ Please consider the environment before printing a copy of this email. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090904/ec9c2c96/attachment.htm From ehansen at cslib.org Fri Sep 4 10:57:11 2009 From: ehansen at cslib.org (Eric Hansen) Date: Fri Sep 4 10:56:56 2009 Subject: [Conntech] iCONN Update Reminder Message-ID: <4AA11CB6.6A08.0027.0@cslib.org> Cross-posted; please excuse duplication. Please forward as appropriate. Everyone: Were changes made to your library's network this summer? Maintain your access to iCONN and its subscription resources by reporting any IP changes that took place. Send a complete list of valid IPs for your library to me at ehansen@cslib.org If you're getting iCONN's login screen from inside the library it means we don't have your most current IP information. Libraries should land on the iCONN Search screen when they go to www.iconn.org Best Practice: Report your IP changes to both iCONN and the database vendors. Many libraries use a combination of vendor and iCONN URLs so this way you're covered regardless of whose URL you're using. This is the Database Contact webpage: http://www.iconn.org/staff/DatabaseContacts.aspx Best to all, Eric Eric Hansen Electronic Resources Coordinator iCONN.org 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06547-5101 Tel. 860.704.2224 888.256.1222 (in CT) Fax 860.704.2229 ehansen@cslib.org From davidkapp at comcast.net Fri Sep 4 11:23:55 2009 From: davidkapp at comcast.net (davidkapp@comcast.net) Date: Fri Sep 4 11:23:57 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Fwd: Libraries and the First Amendment Exhibit In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <1462613054.602191252088635153.JavaMail.root@sz0015a.westchester.pa.mail.comcast.net> FYI ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: "Nathan Richie" To: davidkapp@comcast.net Sent: Friday, September 4, 2009 2:11:29 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Libraries and the First Amendment Exhibit Hello, my name is Nathan Richie and I am the director of exhibits and programs at the   McCormick   Freedom   Museum   in   Chicago. In July, the   Freedom   Museum created a brand new exhibit   Libraries and the First Amendment . The exhibit explores the many ways that libraries are both bastions and battlegrounds of First Amendment freedoms.   Libraries and the First Amendment   has two main components. First is the virtual exhibit at   www.FreedomInLibraries.org   that features case studies, interactives, and comment boards. The second is a versatile poster show that transforms any public library into an exhibition space. The exhibit is offered as a free service to any library. I thought this would be a great resource that you might like to share with your constituents. It is especially suitable for libraries who are recognizing Banned Books week. If you have any suggestions about how we might be able to spread the word about this program with people in your state, I would greatly appreciate it. Do you have any type of newsletter, journal, email, list serve or other method that might be appropriate to disseminate this information? If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at nrichie@freedommuseum.us . Kind regards, Nathan Richie Nathan Richie Director of Exhibits and Programs McCormick Freedom Museum Chicago , IL 312.445.5193 NRichie@FreedomMuseum.US Table of Nations: Romania Wednesday, September 9 6 pm Restaurant Perla 5522 W. Belmont $35 general admission $25 Freedom Museum members Visit www.FreedomMuseum.US for more information -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090904/360510cb/attachment.htm From bwilliams at bridgeportpubliclibrary.org Fri Sep 4 11:05:35 2009 From: bwilliams at bridgeportpubliclibrary.org (Bina Williams) Date: Fri Sep 4 12:33:42 2009 Subject: [Conntech] RE: [CLClist] CLA Public Library Section Meeting, Wednesday, Sept. 9 10 a.m. In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Go if you can. There are some nice shops for tempting yourself between the library and the White Hart. And you can have tea at Chaiwallah across the street from the White Hart. Delicious desserts there as well. The Scoville Library is one of the oldest around! Maybe you will see Meryl Streep, Edward Hermann, Jill Clayburgh or Jane Curtin while you are in town! Bina who wishes she could go too! Bina Williams, MLS Children's Librarian Bridgeport Public Library 925 Broad St. Bridgeport CT 06604 203-576-7409 bwilliams@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org From: clclist-bounces@ctlibrarians.org [mailto:clclist-bounces@ctlibrarians.org] On Behalf Of Barbara Bailey Sent: Friday, September 04, 2009 1:38 PM To: conntech@mylist.net; clclist@ctlibrarians.org Subject: [CLClist] CLA Public Library Section Meeting, Wednesday,Sept. 9 10 a.m. CLA Public Library Section meets on Wednesday, September 9 at 10 a.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library, 38 Main Street, Salisbury, www.scovillelibrary.org. All interested in public library services are welcome to attend. Lunch follows at the White Hart Inn, www.whitehartinn.com. Enjoy the weekend and hope to see you on the 9th. Barbara J. Bailey, M.L.S. Director Welles-Turner Memorial Library 2407 Main Street Glastonbury, CT 06033 Voice: (860)652-7717 Fax: (860)652-7721 E-mail: barbara.bailey@glastonbury-ct.gov ________________________________ Please consider the environment before printing a copy of this email. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090904/bc434f3c/attachment.htm From LWilliams at cslib.org Tue Sep 8 09:39:20 2009 From: LWilliams at cslib.org (Linda Williams) Date: Tue Sep 8 09:38:47 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Call for ideas: 2011 CSLP Adult Summer Reading Program In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4AA65077.0AA9.00E9.0@cslib.org> Hi, You may or may not be aware that the CSLP (Collaborative Summer Library Program - http://www.cslpreads.org/) now includes and adult summer reading program booklet to go with the theme and subject of the children's and teen programs. The CSLP is a collaborative of 48 states (still 2 holdouts). The Connecticut State Library purchases a membership for all libraries in the state, so all of you may participate if you wish. The CSLP is calling for ideas for the 2011 Adult Summer Library Program Manual. The theme is Novel Destinations. Below is the information if anyone wants to share their ideas. Thanks! Linda Williams Call for Ideas by December 1, 2009For: 2011 CSLP Adult Summer Library Program Manual Theme: Novel Destinations Below you?ll find some of the ideas suggested for the 2011 Adult Manual on the theme, ?Novel Destinations.? FYI, the overall theme for 2011 is Global/World Cultures/Travel. The Children?s slogan is ?One World?Many Stories, the Teen?s slogan is ?You Are Here.? I am especially interested in your ideas for:Underserved populations such as seniors, assisted living and nursing home residents Setting the Scene: library decorations, bulletin boards, props, etc. Family literacy and family programs If your library has presented any successful programs that fit this theme, please tell me about them. If you think of any other programs, decorations, activities, send them in! Thanks! Send your ideas to: Patti Sinclair 306 Virginia Terrace Madison, WI 53726 trishsinclair@sbcglobal.net World Cultures Food/recipe database Work with ethnic restaurants ? discount with library card, or coupons, or cooking club, or prize for summer reading Cultural dance workshop/yoga Teach courtesy phrases in other languages Humanities council Speakers Kites, 1000 paper cranes, flags, money from other places Foreign Film Festival Mysteries set in other Countries Lecture(s) world issues: Iraq, Iran, Palestine, Refugees Adult Education Education fair for adults AARP Saving, e-libraries How to Put (vacation) photos on Flickr Vacation ScrapbookingTravel Travel agent travel club members Travelogues Frommer?s Display contest (check website) Invite a travel agent Bookstore: travel books, travel literature Travel Tools: GPS, Atlases, Guide Books, Intrepid Traveler: packing light! Might be fun to have two suitcases?before and after packing light. Light, lighter, lightest contest? Transferring slides to disc? Process. Miscellaneous: Book Clubs ? encourage communities to choose a book ?novel destinations?interesting settings Worldwide Knit in Public Day (June) Genealogy @ family history Passive Program idea: trivia, mystery photo, setting of books quiz Elderly in nursing homes, senior centers: large print travel books, books on tape? Presentation on Immigrants to area, or contributions of immigrants to U.S.?Historical Society?? Other underserved populations Family Literacy Programs Linda Williams Connecticut State Library - WLSC 1320 Main Street, Suite 25 Willimantic, CT 06226 phone: 1-860-456-1717 x302 or 1-800-253-7944 x302 email: lwilliams@cslib.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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In this session we'll cover: How Wordpress helps you organize your information. setting up an easy to update page for news, changing the look of your site through the use of themes, options for letting people leave comments on your site, incorporating content from blogs, flickr and other services and much more. Introduction to Camtasia Studio 6 - Sept. 17th (MLSC) - 2 seats available Are you interested in learning how to create screencasts? Never heard of screencasts? Then this full-day workshop is for you. We will learn how to create online screencasts using Camtasia Studio 6, a powerful, easy-to-use video screen recording program. Workshop participants will learn how to record, produce, edit and publish practical screencasts and take away the knowledge to do many more. You will be provided with step-by-step procedures to get the most from your screencasts, and a list of resources for further learning. You will have time during the day to work on a real project so come prepared with some ideas. **Please bring a flash/usb/thumb drive with you for the workshop. This will allow you to save your class work.** Basic Image Editing & Organizing with Picasa 3 - Sept. 17th (Wilton LA) - 3 seats available Picasa 3 is a free download from Google. This half day workshop will introduce you to several techniques for editing, sharing and managing digital photos using Picasa 3. Workshop, participants will organize, edit and create photos. You will also learn how to crop, straighten, resize, color your photos and much more. Finally, participants will save the finished images for print, email, and Web. Topics include: organizing a group of photos, straighten photos, sharpening focus, correct blemishes, and more. Audio Editing & Podcasting 101 - Sept. 18th (MLSC) - 2 seats available Are you interested in learning about podcasting and how you might use it in your library? In this full day hands-on workshop, participants will learn to create podcasts using free open source software and inexpensive equipment. We will also explore different formats for podcasting and learn how to publish our masterpieces. Even if you don't want to podcast, learning to record and edit audio is handy if you want to create online tutorials, videos, or record events and programs held in your library. Topics covered include: what software and hardware is needed, steps for creating & publishing a podcast, hands on time recording & editing audio with Audacity, importing music to enhance your audio (copyright free of course!), ideas for podcasting in the library and much more. Kris Abery Continuing Education Coordinator Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06457 Tele: (860) 704 - 2206 Fax: (860) 704 - 2228 From SBrett at cslib.org Wed Sep 9 11:12:30 2009 From: SBrett at cslib.org (Sharon Brettschneider) Date: Wed Sep 9 11:12:25 2009 Subject: [Conntech] ACLB Leadership Conference Canceled - but good things are still happening Message-ID: <4AA7B7C6.360B.00D7.0@cslib.org> >From Stan Seigel, President of ACLB ACLB: What's in "it" for you? Whether you're a Library Trustee, or a Library Director, ACLB the Association of Connecticut Library Boards is still, especially for you. For more than 40 years, ACLB has served Connecticut library Trustees and Directors with ongoing programs and services including such diverse subjects as: Advocacy; Board Organization; Board Training; Budget; Documentation; Effective Meetings; Evaluation; Job Descriptions; Legal Issues; Legal Responsibilities; Marketing; Planning; Policy Development; Recruitment of New Trustees; Staff Compensation; Personnel Issues; and Working with the Director. These programs and services were accomplished by providing ACLB members with the ACLB Connecticut Public Library Trustees Handbook; meetings with the Boards of individual libraries, consultations, and presentations at the annual ACLB Leadership Conference. Although this year we have determined that it would be necessary for us to forego our scheduled Leadership Conference for 2009. Coincidentally, our planned theme was ?Tapping the Money Tree - with emphasis on how to secure contributory and grant funding especially in these troublesome economic times.? Coincidentally it was these ?troublesome economic times? which hit Connecticut libraries particularly hard that we were unable to secure a minimum required audience to defray the expenses of the Conference. This cancellation does not mean the "end" of our Leadership Conference, merely a "postponement" from 2009. Be assured, however, that ACLB is "alive and well" and has, and will continue to have, a great deal of continuing and new services useful to the Connecticut Library Trustees and Library Directors alike. We are planning membership in, and participation in ACLB opportunities and activities that may very well be more important and useful than ever considering the extraordinary pressure of budget and staff limitations. Toward that end, ACLB has expanding its own Board compliment and capability - we have enabled the addition of Library Directors, retired yet still active in the profession, as members of the ACLB Board. This will broaden the ACLB Board experience to better serve the needs of its members and the Connecticut Library Community at large. In addition we are working toward instituting an ?ACLB Trustee Certification Program." Working with members of the ACLB Board and a task force of other Trustees and Directors, ACLB is designing a core curriculum and certification program. By participating in and completing the program, Trustees will gain the knowledge needed to do their jobs more effectively and be recognized for their efforts. The bottom line of this program will be to enable libraries to better provide excellent services to their communities as supported by its ?Certified? Trustees. ACLB holds "liaison membership" representation on the Boards of the Connecticut Library Association (CLA) and the Friends of Connecticut Libraries (FOCL) as well as with the Connecticut State Library (CSL). These relationships help broaden the ACLB capability in its service to its membership. In addition to the ACLB website: www.aclb.org - please contact us by email at info@aclb.org for any questions, or other information you may have. Regards - Stan Stanley M. Siegel / President / Association of Connecticut Library Boards PO Box 273 / Rowayton, CT 06853 / Phone: 203-853-0085 / Cell: 203-249-6293 info@aclb.org / www.aclb.org From johnw at biblio.org Thu Sep 10 06:32:45 2009 From: johnw at biblio.org (John Wiehn) Date: Thu Sep 10 06:31:02 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Library Preparations for H1N1 Flu -- Booklet from NY Message-ID: <1252589421_90@lucius> Hi! Came across a great link thru the ALA List - Prtalk concerning how libraries should plan for H1N1 Swine Flu: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/h1n1flu.pdf It's from the NY State Library. Is there a similar publication put out by any group in CT??? In the NY booklet it talks about cleaning down the keyboards of your internet terminals. How often does your library do this? Every morning before opening?? What do you use? I know you couldn't do after every patron use. John W. Whittemore Library - Naugatuck -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Students, professionals, CLA members and non-members alike are all invited! - Learn how you can become more involved with the Connecticut Library Association - Connect with friends in the profession - Meet and network with librarians from all different disciplines and types of libraries Please register for this event at http://clameetups.pbworks.com. See you there! *CLA Meet & Greet Tuesday, September 29, 2009 - 6 pm BAR New Haven 254 Crown St New Haven, CT * Can't make it? Don't despair! We'll be offering more CLA events like this in the months ahead! Questions? Contact Jaime Hammond at jhammond@nvcc.commnet.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Best to all, Eric Eric Hansen Electronic Resources Coordinator iCONN.org 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06547-5101 Tel. 860.704.2224 888.256.1222 (in CT) Fax 860.704.2229 ehansen@cslib.org From KAbery at cslib.org Thu Sep 10 11:35:12 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Thu Sep 10 11:34:52 2009 Subject: [Conntech] State Library Workshops in October 2009 References: <4AA909220200004B0001EE5C@ns2.cslib.org> <4AA90C5B0200004B0001EE65@ns2.cslib.org> <4AA90EA00200004B0001EE68@ns2.cslib.org> Message-ID: <4AA90E9F.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> The following workshops have been scheduled for October 2009. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp Excel 2007 Pt.1 & Pt.2 - Oct. 1st & Oct. 8th (MLSC) This two day workshop will bring you from Excel novice to advanced professional. It is expected that participants will attend day 1 and day 2 of one session. The Reference Interview - Oct. 2nd (WLSC) & Nov. 6th (MLSC) One of the basic services of the library is the delivery of information during what is commonly referred to as the reference interview. This program will examine the role of the reference interview, the components that make up the reference interview, and offer strategies for improving results. You will learn about: librarian patron relationships, importance of determining wants vs. needs, impedimets to success, impossible questions and more. Dreamweaver CS3 Pt.1 & Pt.2 - Oct.5th & Oct.7th (Darien PL) Dramweaver CS3 is a powerful web design software that allows beginners to create professional looking web sites. This two- day workshop is intended to be taken in order. Topics covered include: setting up a website, basic editing, creating links and graphics, using tables and templates and much, much more. Perequisites: Experience using the Web and a Windows based computer. No web development experience required, but it is certainly helpful. Those with experience will have time during the class to explore additional Dreamweaver options and features. Online Outreach & Marketing - Oct. 6th (Darien PL) n the Web 2.0 environment, libraries need to learn to reach beyond traditional ideas of outreach and take advantage of new tools for connecting with their users online. During this full day workshop we'll discuss a variety of ideas for libraries to get information out into spaces beyond their library web sites and to connect with their users on their own online turf. We'll look at community events calendars, monitoring local blogs and other forums, social review sites and much more. **This is a hands-on session, so come prepared with information about your library, services and events to get started with your own online outreach plan. ** Weeding in the Garden of Good & Evil - Oct. 7th (Greenwich PL) This hands-on workshop will give you the tools and enthusiasm that you will need to assess your collection and make decisions on what material needs to be weeded out of it. Our approach to weeding is that it isn?t the irresponsible disposal of the library?s property, but rather a part of the public service to borrowers, that of maintaining the best possible collection for the community. The workshop will cover: purpose of weeding, criteria for weeding decisions, mechanics of weeding, developing a weeding policy and more. Introduction to Camtasia 6 - Oct. 9th (MLSC) Are you interested in learning how to create screencasts? Never heard of screencasts? Then this full-day workshop is for you. We will learn how to create online screencasts using Camtasia Studio 6, a powerful, easy-to-use video screen recording program. Workshop participants will learn how to record, produce, edit and publish practical screencasts and take away the knowledge to do many more. You will be provided with step-by-step procedures to get the most from your screencasts, and a list of resources for further learning. **Please bring a flash/usb/thumb drive with you for the workshop. This will allow you to save your class work.** Accidental Copy Cataloger : Basic Copy Cataloging Using OCLC - Oct. 16th (MLSC) Did you inherit the cataloging work with little or no training? If so, this one-day, workshop is for you. We will look at what you need to do to catalog new items, how to do it, and why what you do and how you do it matters. This class focuses on handling the large percentage of incoming materials that will have existing "copy" (MARC records) in OCLC that you can use for your cataloging. There will be plenty of time for discussion, examples, and questions. *Please bring along your cataloging questions and/or materials you find challenging* Introduction to Publisher 2007 - Oct. 23rd (MLSC) This hands-on training session will introduce basic desktop publishing techniques to the new Publisher 2007 user, but will also appeal to the more experienced user. We will be examining the set-up of the program and its use of templates. We will focus on the toolbar and the hidden controls for tools. Ample time will be given to individual questions. Bring work material and you should have time to get started on your project. Word 2007: Beyond the Basics - Oct. 27th (Bristol PL) Now that you know how to type, select and format text, you're ready to move on to more sophisticated documents. We'll explore the mystery of tabs, including the popular tab leaders (dotted or solid lines going across a page). We'll also find out how to insert, format and add formulas to tables. We'll explore the table toolbar and investigate some of its powerful features. We'll also be using a form toolbar to create easy to use forms in Word 2007. Lastly, we'll have some fun inserting graphics and borders into your document. Free iCONN Webinar: PowerSearch 2.0 - Oct. 29th (ONLINE) Curious about Gale's PowerSearch 2.0? Want to hear about your new resources from Gale? Join us for an online webinar on October 29th at 10:00 a.m. Stacey Knibloe, Senior Training Consultant for Gale, will be providing training on this new and exciting feature for Connecticut librarians. Accidental Original Cataloger : Description & Access Basics - Oct. 30th (MLSC) Did everyone else leave, and now you are the cataloger? If so, this workshop for you! It will help you learn how to "start from scratch" and provide descriptive cataloging and access points for your original record, according to the cataloging standard AACR2 Revised. The emphasis is on books but principles for describing other types of materials will also be discussed. General rules for constructing headings are covered but complex situations and headings are not addressed. There will be plenty of time for discussion, questions, and examples. *Please bring along your cataloging questions and/or materials you find challenging* From manijeh.jahedi at gmail.com Thu Sep 10 12:02:15 2009 From: manijeh.jahedi at gmail.com (Manijeh Jahedi) Date: Thu Sep 10 12:02:20 2009 Subject: [Conntech] my email Message-ID: manijeh.jahedi@gmail.com -- Manijeh From Sheila.Lafferty at uconn.edu Thu Sep 10 09:55:42 2009 From: Sheila.Lafferty at uconn.edu (Sheila Lafferty) Date: Thu Sep 10 12:37:39 2009 Subject: [Conntech] CLA College & University Libraries 2009 Fall Program Announcement - Nov 10 2009 in Wallingford, CT Message-ID: <8C81AA7D3B12F4408C6B3359AEB001CC06E51CFE@LIB-EMarks.library.lib.uconn.edu> The Connecticut Library Association College & University Libraries Fall 2009 Program Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Wikipedia, Google Scholar and Google Books Using, Teaching and Evaluating These Resources A Panel of Librarians from Connecticut Arta Dobbs, Collection Management Librarian, Univ. of Connecticut Health Center Susan Slaga, Assistant Reference Librarian, Central Connecticut State University Nick Tomaiuolo, Librarian, Central Connecticut State University Date Tuesday, November 10, 2009 Time 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (free coffee and pastries at 9:30 a.m.) Location Wallingford Public Library, 200 N. Main St., Wallingford, CT 06492 Registration details below: CLA College and University Library Section ~ Registration Form Wallingford Public Library - November 10 2009 Registration : $10 for CLA members ~ $20 for non-CLA members Name _____________________________________ Title _________________________ Library and Institution _____________________________________________________ Work Address _________________________________ Work phone _______________ Email ___________________________________ (Registration Deadline: October 30, 2009) Amount Enclosed: CLA Member rate: $10.00 _______ Non-CLA Member rate: $20.00 _______ Remember- Join CLA today at www.ctlibraryassociation.org and save on this program! Please make checks payable to Connecticut Library Association Walk-in registrations are welcome ________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________ Fill out the form above and mail along with your check to Jaime Hammond Max R. Traurig Library Naugatuck Valley Community College, 750 Chase Parkway Waterbury, CT 06708 If you have a disability and require accommodation, please contact Ms. Hammond by telephone (203) 575-8199 or send an email to: jhammond@nvcc.commnet.edu by October 29, 2009. *********************************************************************** Sheila A. Lafferty Director / Reference Librarian University of Connecticut Torrington Campus Julia Brooker Thompson Library 855 University Drive Torrington, CT 06790 Email: sheila.lafferty@uconn.edu or sheila@uconn.edu Phone: 860.626.6841 Main Desk: 860.626.6820 Fax: 860.626.6817 http://www.lib.uconn.edu/using/services/liaison/Lafferty.html **************************************************************** -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Writers interviewed former slaves and recorded the life histories of thousands of ordinary Americans in small towns and large cities across the U.S. Many writers who worked for the WPA became prominent literary figures later in the century, among them Richard Wright, Zora Neale Hurston, Saul Bellow and Eudora Welty. Events include a 1930s live radio show, oral histories from the 1930s, a broadcast of excerpts from the "Soul of a People" documentary, and a book discussion of Zora Neale Hurtson's "Their Eyes Were Watching God". All events are free and open to the public, and event locations are handicapped accessible. For more information, call the Jean Burr Smith Library at 860-343-5830 or visit http://www.mxcc.commnet.edu/library . 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Mary Rindfleisch Assistant Director Ridgefield Library 472 Main Street Ridgefield, CT 06877 203-438-2282 x1009 www.ridgefieldlibrary.org MFRind@ridgefieldlibrary.org From: clclist-bounces@ctlibrarians.org [mailto:clclist-bounces@ctlibrarians.org] On Behalf Of John Wiehn Sent: Thursday, September 10, 2009 9:33 AM To: conntech@mylist.net;clclist@ctlibrarians.org Subject: [CLClist] Library Preparations for H1N1 Flu -- Booklet from NY Hi! Came across a great link thru the ALA List - Prtalk concerning how libraries should plan for H1N1 Swine Flu: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/h1n1flu.pdf It's from the NY State Library. Is there a similar publication put out by any group in CT??? In the NY booklet it talks about cleaning down the keyboards of your internet terminals. How often does your library do this? Every morning before opening?? What do you use? I know you couldn't do after every patron use. John W. 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Paska Nayden of The Entrepreneurs Source (TES) and a business coach will let explain opportunity types, investment levels, financing options, legal issues and trends. Also discussed will be discovering if self-employment and/or which franchise ownership is for you! Time Management and Goal Setting, Saturday, October 3, 11am - 1pm, Fairchild-Nichols Memorial Library. Presenter and Life Coach Monica Leggett, CPCC, says time management is a tough nut to crack: the more things are pressing, the more choices you need to make! She helps with simple ideas to decide what's important, how to stay on task, and make things easier! Especially significant in this challenging economy! Financing Help and the SBA, Wednesday, October 7, 6:30 - 7:30pm, Trumbull Library. Julio C. Casiano, Business Development Specialist, CT office of the U.S. Small Business Administration, will clarify their Loan Programs from the point of view of the borrower, the lender, eligibility, the 'need,' and size requirements. Registration required. And lastly, The Trumbull Library continues to offer Career Development Workshops - Over 40 and Looking for Work, Wednesday, October 14, 9:30am - 12:30pm. This interactive workshop will identify issues that effect older workers. Participants will learn effective strategies to overcome employment challenges and myths. Class conducted by a Career Specialist from the CT Dept. of Labor. Max. 15. Free. Registration required for all programs. For reservations and information contact the Library at 203-452-5197 or visit on-line at www.trumbullct-library.org If you would like us to send you a flyer for copying or posting, or have any questions, please respond off list. Nicole B. Cignoli Program Coordinator The Trumbull Library System 33 Quality Street Trumbull, CT 06611 Phone: (203) 452.5197 x219 Fax: (203) 452-5125 website: http://www.trumbullct-library.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We also have New York Times Index for the following years free to any library: 1971 New York Times Index Book of Record 1973 New York Times Index Book of Record (x2) 1978 New York Times Index Book of Record 1979 New York Times Index Book of Record 1981 New York Times Index Book of Record 1987 New York Times Index Book of Record 1988 New York Times Index Book of Record 1989 New York Times Index Book of Record 1990 New York Times Index Book of Record 1991 New York Times Index Book of Record 1992 New York Times Index Book of Record 1993 New York Times Index Book of Record Any takers? Andrea Zimmermann Reference Department Cyrenius H. Booth Library 25 Main Street Newtown, CT 06470 ph 203 426-8552 Fax 203 270-4536 email boothref@chboothlibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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There will also be a Silent Auction of collectible titles and older, scarce and unusual items from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The silent auction will be held in Olin's Smith Reading Room from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A list of the auction lots is available at the Friends web site, http://www.wesleyan.edu/libr/friends/events.html. Cash and checks will be accepted. For more information or to volunteer for the event, email libfriends@wesleyan.edu, call 860-685-3897, or visit http://www.wesleyan.edu/libr/friends/events.html. **"The 'Molten Core' of the Constitution: Habeas Corpus After Guantanamo"** The Friends of the Wesleyan Library are pleased to be hosting a talk by Stephen Oleskey, Wesleyan '64, entitled "The 'Molten Core' of the Constitution: Habeas Corpus After Guantanamo" on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 4:30 p.m. Oleskey is a partner at WilmerHale in Boston and co-lead counsel in the case of Boumediene v. Bush, which established habeas corpus rights for Guantanamo prisoners. He has been lauded for his international pro bono work and commitment to public service. The talk is free and open to the public and will be held in Smith Reading Room, Olin Memorial Library, 252 Church Street, Middletown. This event is part of a series in honor of Constitution Day. It will conclude with a post-talk discussion of the constitutional issues moderated by Professor Richard Adelstein on Sept. 17 at 4:30 in the Develin Room, Olin Library. For more information, email libfriends@wesleyan.edu, call 860-685-3897, or visit http://www.wesleyan.edu/libr/friends/events.html. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Thinking about more room between public terminals and moving  reference staff closer to the main office.   I appreciated the booklet!   Best,   Eileen Branciforte Cromwell Belden Public --- On Thu, 9/10/09, Mary Rindfleisch wrote: From: Mary Rindfleisch Subject: [Conntech] RE: [CLClist] Library Preparations for H1N1 Flu -- Booklet from NY To: "John Wiehn" , "conntech@mylist.net" , "clclist@ctlibrarians.org" Date: Thursday, September 10, 2009, 3:57 PM We have also been discussing this but there were some concerns raised about the appropriateness of some of these products in situations where young children could transfer the substance to their mouths.  So I would be interested to see what products others are using.   Mary Rindfleisch Assistant Director Ridgefield Library 472 Main Street Ridgefield, CT  06877 203-438-2282 x1009 www.ridgefieldlibrary.org MFRind@ridgefieldlibrary.org     From: clclist-bounces@ctlibrarians.org [mailto:clclist-bounces@ctlibrarians.org] On Behalf Of John Wiehn Sent: Thursday, September 10, 2009 9:33 AM To: conntech@mylist.net;clclist@ctlibrarians.org Subject: [CLClist] Library Preparations for H1N1 Flu -- Booklet from NY   Hi!   Came across a great link thru the ALA List ? Prtalk concerning how libraries should plan for  H1N1 Swine Flu:   http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/h1n1flu.pdf   It?s from the NY State Library.   Is there a similar publication put out by any group in CT???   In the NY booklet it talks about cleaning down the keyboards of your internet terminals. How often does your library do this?  Every morning before opening??  What do you use?   I know you couldn?t do after every patron use.   John W. Whittemore Library - Naugatuck -----Inline Attachment Follows----- _______________________________________________ Conntech mailing list Conntech@mylist.net http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090910/ff9e61fb/attachment.htm From dmiller at avonctlibrary.info Fri Sep 11 06:08:42 2009 From: dmiller at avonctlibrary.info (Donna Miller) Date: Fri Sep 11 06:10:39 2009 Subject: [Conntech] N.Y. Woman to be charged with Library Thefts Message-ID: <003B88C74DBA4167BCFA928921F17FBD@REFOFFICEa> Re: Library Thefts-Did you see this morning's Hartford Courant? http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-web-library-thefts-0911sep11,0,64 53835.story Donna Donna Miller, Assistant Director Avon Free Public Library 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT 06001 Ph: 860-673-9712, Fax: 860-675-6364 dmiller@avonctlibrary.info www.avonctlibrary.info -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090911/b8eea22e/attachment.htm From FrankMM at mansfieldct.org Fri Sep 11 09:27:37 2009 From: FrankMM at mansfieldct.org (Peggy (Margaret) M. Frank) Date: Fri Sep 11 09:27:41 2009 Subject: FW: FW: [Conntech] N.Y. Woman to be charged with Library Thefts References: <003B88C74DBA4167BCFA928921F17FBD@REFOFFICEa><53FCE694A3850A4A88BB3E980A35472D0514F002@mail> <49666ae20909110855y39ef1acepb29b27181fff6b52@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <53FCE694A3850A4A88BB3E980A35472D0514F003@mail> Kudos to us! I forwarded the news article to the trooper I have been in contact with and below is her response. Peggy Margaret M. Frank Public Services Librarian Mansfield Public Library Mansfield, CT. 06250 ________________________________ From: Brianna Tassinari [mailto:brianna.tassinari@gmail.com] Sent: Fri 9/11/2009 11:55 AM To: Peggy (Margaret) M. Frank Subject: Re: FW: [Conntech] N.Y. Woman to be charged with Library Thefts Hi Peggy. The easy answer is, kinda. Yes the girl listed in the article was arrested for her involvement; however, she is neither of the girls who took your wallet and made the purchases. I'm sure it has circled that the librarian in Fairfield, as a result of all of your teamwork and emails, was able to latch on to one of these girls as they attempted this in her library. Unfotunately, the female gave a false name, but a legit phone number. So amongst the legit info we had, Deisha Bennett's name came up and she was the one we latched onto. Middlebury was the one who actually served the arrest warrant for their town. I went down and assisted in making the arrest and also to see if we could get any intel. Unfortunately in NY, a right to counsel is automatically invoked when you are arrested on a warrant, so we could not talk to her, but she was nice enough to provide names and phone numbers for the two females involved in our case, how legit these are, I am still running it down. I'm working on tracking them down first using their cell phones and hopefully backtracking the phones will show that the calls hit off towers in the area where your wallet was taken and the purchases were made. That is where our case stands now, but know that you are not alone. We have up to date 26 police departments involved with a rough total of about $100K. The FBI is also possibly getting involved due to the high amount of money. Deisha will hopefully be extradited to CT in the next coming weeks and I have high hopes of interviewing her and getting more info. I will keep you posted if aything else comes to light. Sorry I was late in informing you of this, but I was hoping to have something more substantial. Thanks, Tpr. B. Tassinari On Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 10:08 AM, Peggy (Margaret) M. Frank wrote: Hi, I wonder if this is one of the women who was in Mansfield? Glad the case is getting cracked. Please keep me posted on any new developements if you can. Thanks, Peggy Margaret M. Frank Public Services Librarian Mansfield Public Library Mansfield, CT. 06250 ________________________________ From: conntech-bounces@mylist.net on behalf of Donna Miller Sent: Fri 9/11/2009 9:08 AM To: conntech@mylist.net Subject: [Conntech] N.Y. Woman to be charged with Library Thefts Re: Library Thefts-Did you see this morning's Hartford Courant? http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-web-library-thefts-0911sep11,0,6453835.story Donna Donna Miller, Assistant Director Avon Free Public Library 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT 06001 Ph: 860-673-9712, Fax: 860-675-6364 dmiller@avonctlibrary.info www.avonctlibrary.info -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Bachelor's degree required with marketing, PR, advertising, journalism or communications preferred. 2 years experience with budget preparation & strategic report composition required; some public library and/or non-profit experience preferred; demonstrated experience in producing news releases, newsletters, flyers, annual reports & programs. Ability to work under short time constraints and meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities & with minimal supervision essential. Sixteen (16) regularly scheduled hrs/wk including alternate Saturdays with additional hours as needed for programs. Salary commensurate with experience. Contact Laura McLaughlin at (860) 927-3761 or lmclaughlin@biblio.org for details & to apply. Laura McLaughlin Director Kent Memorial Library, Kent 860-927-3761 phone 860-927-1427 fax kentmemoriallibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Frank Public Services Librarian Mansfield Public Library Mansfield, CT. 06250 From: Brianna Tassinari [mailto:brianna.tassinari@gmail.com] Sent: Fri 9/11/2009 11:55 AM To: Peggy (Margaret) M. Frank Subject: Re: FW: [Conntech] N.Y. Woman to be charged with Library Thefts Hi Peggy.  The easy answer is, kinda. Yes the girl listed in the article was arrested for her involvement; however, she is neither of the girls who took your wallet and made the purchases.   I'm sure it has circled that the librarian in Fairfield, as a result of all of your teamwork and emails, was able to latch on to one of these girls as they attempted this in her library.  Unfotunately, the female gave a false name, but a legit phone number.  So amongst the legit info we had, Deisha Bennett's name came up and she was the one we latched onto.  Middlebury was the one who actually served the arrest warrant for their town.  I went down and assisted in making the arrest and also to see if we could get any intel.  Unfortunately in NY, a right to counsel is automatically invoked when you are arrested on a warrant, so we could not talk to her, but she was nice enough to provide names and phone numbers for the two females involved in our case, how legit these are, I am still running it down.  I'm working on tracking them down first using their cell phones and hopefully backtracking the phones will show that the calls hit off towers in the area where your wallet was taken and the purchases were made.    That is where our case stands now, but know that you are not alone.  We have up to date 26 police departments involved with a rough total of about $100K.  The FBI is also possibly getting involved due to the high amount of money.  Deisha will hopefully be extradited to CT in the next coming weeks and I have high hopes of interviewing her and getting more info.  I will keep you posted if aything else comes to light.  Sorry I was late in informing you of this, but I was hoping to have something more substantial.   Thanks, Tpr. B. Tassinari On Fri, Sep 11, 2009 at 10:08 AM, Peggy (Margaret) M. Frank wrote: Hi,   I wonder if this is one of the women who was in Mansfield?   Glad the case is getting cracked.  Please keep me posted on any new developements if you can.   Thanks, Peggy   Margaret M. Frank Public Services Librarian Mansfield Public Library Mansfield, CT. 06250 From: conntech-bounces@mylist.net on behalf of Donna Miller Sent: Fri 9/11/2009 9:08 AM To: conntech@mylist.net Subject: [Conntech] N.Y. Woman to be charged with Library Thefts Re: Library Thefts?Did you see this morning?s Hartford Courant?   http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-web-library-thefts-0911sep11,0,6453835.story   Donna Donna Miller, Assistant Director Avon Free Public Library 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT 06001 Ph: 860-673-9712, Fax: 860-675-6364 dmiller@avonctlibrary.info www.avonctlibrary.info     -----Inline Attachment Follows----- _______________________________________________ Conntech mailing list Conntech@mylist.net http://mylist.net/listinfo/conntech -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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They can provide a great source of up-to-date information and supplement your existing library collections. In this hands-on workshop we will explore numerous federal and state agency web sites that can help you answer those tough reference questions. Topics covered: How do I know which one to use? What's in there for my patrons? Are they really that hard to search? If you are curious about a particular federal or state agency, just email Nancy (npeluso@cslib.org) with the subject line ?Fed/CT Agency Workshop? and she?ll be sure to include it in the discussion. Wednesday, October 14, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Middletown Library Service Center Fee: Free Limit: 12 From gunnmuseum at sbcglobal.net Mon Sep 14 10:44:02 2009 From: gunnmuseum at sbcglobal.net (Gunn Memorial Museum) Date: Mon Sep 14 10:44:05 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Scrapbook Preservation Workshop tomorrow, Tue. Sept. 15th at the Gunn Memorial Library and Museum Message-ID: <248145.19742.qm@web80505.mail.mud.yahoo.com> Join us for a free scrapbook preservation workshop from 12:00pm-3:00pm on Tuesday September 15, 2009 in the Wykeham Room of the Gunn Memorial Library. Deb Wender, a national expert from Northeast Document Conservation Center in Massachusetts , will be teaching participants how to care for their old scrapbooks so that they?ll survive for future generations. Scrapbooks present some of the most complex conservation and reformatting challenges. Composed on varying materials, adhered with problematic glues and tapes to often acidic pages, scrapbooks frequently need to be reformatted in order to preserve the intellectual information contained within. This workshop is free and open to the public, as well as library and museum professionals interested in preservation options for scrapbooks. Participants are encouraged to bring a scrapbook from their collection for hands-on examination and discussion. Visitors will also be able to view the exhibition, The Keepers of History: Scrapbooks and Albums, which includes many scrapbooks featured in Jessica Helfand?s new book, Scrapbooks: An American History, on display next door at the Gunn Museum. Space is limited, call 860-868-7756 to register. This exhibit and workshop are being sponsored by The Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut, in collaboration with the Connecticut Humanities Council.   Deborah Wender has worked in the field of book conservation since 1979. Her varied education includes study at Centro del bel Libro in Switzerland , private and group study in the U.S. , and production in a commercial bindery. She is a member of AIC, the Guild of Book Workers, ALA , and SAA.   This event is free and open to the public. 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Kathi -- Kathi Bade, Systems Librarian - Public Services Library Connection 599 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095 Voice: 860-298-5322, ext. 1010 Fax: 860-298-5328 e-mail: kabade@libraryconnection.info From dzulick at ctlibrarians.org Tue Sep 15 07:30:41 2009 From: dzulick at ctlibrarians.org (Deborah Zulick) Date: Tue Sep 15 07:30:51 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Library Safety & Security Workshop Message-ID: <006e01ca3611$1b387830$51a96890$@org> Library Safety and Security Workshop 9:00 coffee, 9:30-12:30 Wallingford Public Library $10.00 for staff of CLC member libraries; $20.00 for non-members Directions Register online now! Agenda: * 9:00 - Registration and Continental Breakfast by Café Ra * 9:30 - Stan Konesky, Training Officer at Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council Stan Konesky Jr. has been a training officer at the Police Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) since 1999. Previously he worked for 29 years as a lieutenant in the Branford Police Department, where he directed the Youth Division, Training Division, Crime Prevention Unit, Special Response Team and Public Relations. He has a BS in Education and a Master's in Psychological Counseling from SCSU, along with a Master's in Criminal Justice from the University of New Haven. Stan has lectured extensively on modern-day Crime Risk Management, domestic violence, school response to safety/security issues, juvenile law, conflict & suicide management, PPE, Basic Instructor Development and Methods of Instruction for the Adult Learner. He is the author of numerous publications, and has written & directed training videos and CD productions. His copyrighted materials include "Saying No Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry," the foundation for his U.S. Congressional recognized national exemplary curriculum program known as "Student Awareness," which was the model for the DARE program. · 11:30 - Library Panel: "How We Do It": Henry Dutcher, Director, Enfield Public Library Danny Richmond, Head of Facilities, Russell Library, Middletown Lynn Ieronimo, Head of Library Security, Beinecke Library, Yale University Our panel will be answering YOUR library safety and security-related questions. Please use our online registration form to submit your questions. Register online now! ************************* Deborah Zulick Operations and Grants Manager Connecticut Library Consortium 860.344.8777 dzulick@ctlibrarians.org www.ctlibrarians.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Agenda: * 9:00 - Registration and Continental Breakfast by Café Ra * 9:30 - Stan Konesky, Training Officer at Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council Stan Konesky Jr. has been a training officer at the Police Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) since 1999. Previously he worked for 29 years as a lieutenant in the Branford Police Department, where he directed the Youth Division, Training Division, Crime Prevention Unit, Special Response Team and Public Relations. He has a BS in Education and a Master's in Psychological Counseling from SCSU, along with a Master's in Criminal Justice from the University of New Haven. Stan has lectured extensively on modern-day Crime Risk Management, domestic violence, school response to safety/security issues, juvenile law, conflict & suicide management, PPE, Basic Instructor Development and Methods of Instruction for the Adult Learner. He is the author of numerous publications, and has written & directed training videos and CD productions. His copyrighted materials include "Saying No Means Never Having To Say You're Sorry," the foundation for his U.S. Congressional recognized national exemplary curriculum program known as "Student Awareness," which was the model for the DARE program. · 11:30 - Library Panel: "How We Do It": Henry Dutcher, Director, Enfield Public Library Danny Richmond, Head of Facilities, Russell Library, Middletown Lynn Ieronimo, Head of Library Security, Beinecke Library, Yale University Our panel will be answering YOUR library safety and security-related questions. Please use our online registration form to submit your questions. Register online now! ************************* Deborah Zulick Operations and Grants Manager Connecticut Library Consortium 860.344.8777 dzulick@ctlibrarians.org www.ctlibrarians.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090915/c799e076/attachment.htm From KAbery at cslib.org Tue Sep 15 08:31:16 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Tue Sep 15 08:31:13 2009 Subject: [Conntech] PowerPoint 2007 - Sept. 23rd (Darien PL) References: <4AAF5BC20200004B0001EF8D@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAF7B040200004B0001EFAF@ns2.cslib.org> Message-ID: <4AAF7AAE.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> The following workshop is scheduled for September 2009. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp PowerPoint 2007 - Sept. 23rd (Darien PL) Would you like to improve your ability to get your message across to other people? PowerPoint presentations are an exciting way to communicate your message to an audience. You can master most aspects of PowerPoint in this day-long workshop. You can learn how to create a simple and colorful presentation for use with the public or your colleagues. Each participant will have time to work on his/her own presentation. At this workshop you will: Learn the basics of PowerPoint Software Understand the different views within PowerPoint Create organization charts and Excel type graphs Import colorful templates Create speakers note pages Add transitions and builds to your presentation Animate text and graphics Wednesday, September 23, 2009 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Darien Public Library Computer Lab Fee: $30.00 Limit: 10 From HMessina at region15.org Tue Sep 15 09:07:07 2009 From: HMessina at region15.org (Heather Messina) Date: Tue Sep 15 09:27:44 2009 Subject: [Conntech] TV/Computer Carts available Message-ID: <9BDFB09498B0754FB02655AACCD72D8103ACF09D@mail.rsd15.region15.org> We have 4 TV/Computer Carts that we would like to give away to anyone who can pick them up by Friday, Sept 18th. They have 4 shelves (including attached keyboard and mouse pad "drawer"). Measure 30" x 25" and have an adjustable height of 4.5 feet. 350 lb. capacity. 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To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp PowerPoint 2007 - Nov. 3rd (MLSC) Would you like to improve your ability to get your message across to other people? PowerPoint presentations are an exciting way to communicate your message to an audience. You can master most aspects of PowerPoint in this day-long workshop. You can learn how to create a simple and colorful presentation for use with the public or your colleagues. Each participant will have time to work on his/her own presentation. The Reference Interview - Nov. 6th (MLSC) One of the basic services of the library is the delivery of information during what is commonly referred to as the reference interview. This program will examine the role of the reference interview, the components that make up the reference interview, and offer strategies for improving results. You will learn about: Librarian patron relationships, importance of determining wants vs. needs, impedimets to success, impossible questions and more. Free iCONN Webinar: History and Science Resource Center - Nov. 9th (ONLINE) Curious about the new History Resource Center and Science Resource Center from Gale? Join us for an online webinar on Monday, November 9th at 10:00 a.m. Stacey Knibloe, Senior Training Consultant for Gale, will be providing training on all these new and exciting resources for Connecticut librarians. LC Subject Headings - Nov. 10th (MLSC) Do you sometimes have difficulty assigning Library of Congress subject headings? Learn the basic principles behind LCSH, including how to select subject terms and construct headings with subdivisions. Understand how to interpret LC subject authority records in both print and MARC formats. You will learn about: Basic principles of subject heading construction, Interpreting print and online subject authority records, Pattern headings, Subdivisions, MARC tagging of subject headings and more. Dreamweaver CS3 Pt.1 & Pt.2 - Nov. 16th & 18th (Bristol PL) Macromedia Dreamweaver CS3 is a powerful web design software that allows beginners to create professional looking web sites. It is a combination visual web page layout tool (WYSIWYG - What you see is what you get editor) and HTML text editor (hand coding) This two- day workshop is intended to be taken in order. The topics covered in part 2 will build on the topics covered in part 2. Online Outreach & Marketing - Nov. 17th (Simsbury PL) In the Web 2.0 environment, libraries need to learn to reach beyond traditional ideas of outreach and take advantage of new tools for connecting with their users online. During this full day workshop we'll discuss a variety of ideas for libraries to get information out into spaces beyond their library web sites and to connect with their users on their own online turf. We'll look at community events calendars, monitoring local blogs and other forums, social review sites and much more. **This is a hands-on session, so come prepared with information about your library, services and events to get started with your own online outreach plan. ** Introduction to Camtasia 6 - Nov. 19th (MLSC) Are you interested in learning how to create screencasts? Never heard of screencasts? Then this full-day workshop is for you. We will learn how to create online screencasts using Camtasia Studio 6, a powerful, easy-to-use video screen recording program. Workshop participants will learn how to record, produce, edit and publish practical screencasts and take away the knowledge to do many more. You will be provided with step-by-step procedures to get the most from your screencasts, and a list of resources for further learning. You will have time during the day to work on a real project so come prepared with some ideas. Word 2007 Beyond the Basics - Nov. 19th (Darien PL) Now that you know how to type, select and format text, you're ready to move on to more sophisticated documents. We'll explore the mystery of tabs, including the popular tab leaders (dotted or solid lines going across a page). We'll also find out how to insert, format and add formulas to tables. We'll explore the table toolbar and investigate some of its powerful features. We'll also be using a form toolbar to create easy to use forms in Word 2007. Lastly, we'll have some fun inserting graphics and borders into your document. RSS in Libraries - Nov. 20th (WLSC) RSS feeds are everywhere these days - on news web sites, blogs, social networking sites, databases and if you're lucky, in your library catalog. But what does this really mean and how do we take advantage of this magic technology? In this class we'll explore how RSS can help you gather information more efficiently. And how RSS can help your library distribute information. Introduction to Publisher 2007 - Nov. 24th (Darien PL) This hands-on training session will introduce basic desktop publishing techniques to the new Publisher 2007 user, but will also appeal to the more experienced user. We will be examining the set-up of the program and its use of templates. We will focus on the toolbar and the hidden controls for tools. Ample time will be given to individual questions. Bring work material and you should have time to get started on your project. Additional topics will include: the basics of good graphic design, proper use of fonts, how layering can be used to get different effects, the use of clipart and much, much more. From MJensen at cslib.org Wed Sep 16 13:15:36 2009 From: MJensen at cslib.org (Mary Louise Jensen) Date: Wed Sep 16 13:15:24 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Libratects Workshop at West Hartford Public Library Message-ID: <4AB10F28.FF72.000E.0@cslib.org> My last reminder. Mary Louise The Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development and the West Hartford Public Library present Libratects Workshop at West Hartford Public Library Libratects is a lecture series where public libraries describe their building process to create an improved library facility. The West Hartford Public Library will have several speakers covering some of these topics: -When and how the project was started -Planning -Fundraising -Funding sources -What key players did (architects, trustees, town officials, library director, building committee, clerk of the works, etc.) -Problems and how they were solved -Things that worked well -Using a private building consultant -Site selection -Bidding -Construction -Interior design and furnishing selection -Moving Project Description for the West Hartford Public Library: This is an addition and renovation project. The library building is now 56,130 square feet. This includes the original library building of 39,242 square feet.. Library Director of West Hartford Public Library: Pat Holloway Architect: Bruce Tuthill, Tuthill and Wells Architects Who should attend? Library personnel, trustees, town officials, consultants, and architects Time and location Thursday, October 8, 2009, from 10 am to 12:30 pm 10:00 A.M. Coffee 10:15 A.M. Program 11:45 A.M. Library Tour 12:30 P.M. Adjourn West Hartford Public Library 20 South Main Street West Hartford, CT 06017 Phone: 860-561-6950 Directions to West Hartford Public Library (Noah Webster Library) and parking information can be found at http://www.westhartfordlibrary.org/about/directions.htm. Fee: no charge REGISTRATION: 1. Access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp. 2. Click on the month of the event at the top of the page. 3. Find the date of the event and click on the underlined event title to register. 4. Enter the following information: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, PHONE NUMBER, EMAIL ADDRESS, NAME OF YOUR LIBRARY OR ARCHITECTURAL FIRM, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS REQUIRED, NOTES (for additional instructions). 5. Click on COMPLETE REGISTRATION when done. First time users will be prompted to enter an address. Please enter YOUR LIBRARY OR FIRM ADDRESS. Once completed you will receive an event confirmation form. CANCELLATION POLICY DUE TO BAD WEATHER: If the public schools in the town/city that the library is located are closed due to bad weather, the workshop will be canceled. For more information, or if you have questions or concerns, please contact: Mary Louise Jensen Building Consultant Division of Library Development Connecticut State Library Willimantic Library Service Center 1320 Main Street, Suite 25 Willimantic, CT 06226 Phone: 860-456-1717, Ext. 306 or 1-800-253-7944 Ext. 306 Fax: 860-423-5874 E-mail: mjensen@cslib.org From SBrett at cslib.org Thu Sep 17 06:37:21 2009 From: SBrett at cslib.org (Sharon Brettschneider) Date: Thu Sep 17 06:37:05 2009 Subject: [Conntech] CT Society of Genealogist programs. Message-ID: <4AB20304.360B.00D7.0@cslib.org> I am posting as a courtesy for the CT Society of Genealogists. These are events that your patrons may find of interest. Connecticut Society of Genealogists, Inc, presents WELCOME BACK Program ORPHANS AND ORPHAN TRAINS Especially for genealogists and those researching their family histories DATE: September 19, 2009 - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Location: Connecticut Society of Genealogists Library, 175 Maple Street, East Hartford, CT 06118 Speaker: John Kenney, a retired high school teacher of Meriden, CT is uniquely qualified for speaking on this subject having grown up in orphanages in MA & NH. Time: 1:30 p.m. For questions or directions, please call the CSG Office at 860-569-0002 or email us through our website www.csginc.org then click About Us. ________________ BUS TRIP: The Connecticut Society of Genealogists is sponsoring a bus trip on Saturday, 3 October 2009 to the New England Historic and Genealogical Society Library in Boston. The charge will be $35 for members and/or friends. If you are a member of NEHGS, bring your card, if not, there will be a charge of $10.00 to research. There will be a short orientation upon arrival for those who need it. Bring your own lunch (or there are restaurants nearby). Make checks payable to CSG and put ?trip? and your phone number on your check. Send it by September 30th to: CGS, P.O. Box 435, Glastonbury, CT 06033 and note ?trip? on the envelope. Pick-up will be at the corner of Jordon Lane and Wolcott Hill Rd. off Rts. 5 & 15 in Wethersfield at 7:30 a.m.; the commuter parking lot at exit 62 off I-84, Buckland St., Manchester at 8:00 a.m. and in Willington at the commuter lot off exit 69 by 8:20. We will leave Boston at 5 p.m. from the entrance to the library. We are so pleased to be able to offer this opportunity for you to research in Boston. ______________________ All-Day Family History/Genealogical Seminar OPEN TO THE PUBLIC The Connecticut Society of Genealogists, Inc. presents its 2009 Family History Seminar "Chasing Sources" on October 17, 2009 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Holiday Inn North Haven, 201 Washington Street, North Haven, CT - EASY directions are listed on the full brochure which may be found at www.csginc.org under Events or one can be mailed to you. Topics are "Eight Ways to Cross the Ocean" by Leslie Albrecht Huber-CANCELLED-a comparable topic will be presented by Daniel Lynch, author of best-selling book, Google Your Family Tree, "They Left Connecticut and Went...Where?" and "On Line Genealogical Sources" by Catherine Zahn and "Using Microsoft Word, Excel and Windows as Powerful Genealogical Tools" by Daniel M. Lynch. Cost is $45 if registration is received by September 20, 2009 or $55 thereafter. Deadline for Registration Deadline is October 12, 2009 by 3 p.m. Advanced Registration is Required-PLEASE NO WALK-INS. Lunch is provided. Please choose Chicken Marsala or Pasta Primavera (vegetarian). For more information, email csginc@csginc.org or call 860-569-0002. From cbradley at ctlibrarians.org Thu Sep 17 07:30:13 2009 From: cbradley at ctlibrarians.org (Christine Bradley) Date: Thu Sep 17 07:29:58 2009 Subject: [Conntech] OCLC Update September 22 Message-ID: <000301ca37a3$5ef71b10$4502fea9@CLC3> OCLC Update: Making the Knowledge Connection through Library Cooperation On Tuesday, September 22 from 9:30-noon at the Wilton Library, Connecticut librarians are invited to a free workshop learn what's new from OCLC: * Make the Call! - a center for product support needs * Web-based training portal - view trainings from OCLC and its partners * New FirstSearch platform - view a live demonstration of the new platform. Stay with the old or go with the new. You get to choose. * WorldCat Local "quick start" - a single search result for your library's or the world's holdings * NetLibrary and Audiobooks - learn more about what's available for new subject sets This is a free event, but please register online at http://www.ctlibrarians.org/events/register.shtml Christine Bradley, Executive Director Connecticut Library Consortium 234 Court Street Middletown, Connecticut 06457 Phone: 860-344-8777 ext. 103 Fax: 860-344-9199 cbradley@ctlibrarians.org www.ctlibrarians.org Got Questions? Try InfoAnytime! www.infoanytime.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090917/0c77c80b/attachment.htm From ehansen at cslib.org Thu Sep 17 10:07:21 2009 From: ehansen at cslib.org (Eric Hansen) Date: Thu Sep 17 10:06:49 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Proquest Downtime Message-ID: <4AB23430.6A08.0027.0@cslib.org> Cross-posted; please excuse duplication. Please forward as appropriate. Everyone: Please be advised that Proquest databases will be unavailable for a period of 12 hours beginning Saturday, September 26 at 10:00 p.m. and ending on Sunday, September 27 at 10:00 a.m. This is necessary for infrastructure maintenance. This will affect the following resources: ABI/Inform (all) Hoover's Company Profiles Newspapers (all) We apologize for any inconvenience. Sincerely, Eric Eric Hansen Electronic Resources Coordinator iCONN.org 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06547-5101 Tel. 860.704.2224 888.256.1222 (in CT) Fax 860.704.2229 ehansen@cslib.org From tpanik at avonctlibrary.info Thu Sep 17 12:12:05 2009 From: tpanik at avonctlibrary.info (Tina Panik) Date: Thu Sep 17 12:16:14 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Podcast of Darfur Lecture Available from the Avon Library Message-ID: <5D92AF0C3EDD4EDDB78BB03161F8A5C7@circoffice1a> Hello! If you missed Deacon Miller's discussion of the situation in the Sudan, it can be accessed from our new Avon Library podcast page. We'd like as many people as possible to hear the podcast and attend the upcoming One Book discussions before the big event on October 8th. For the podcast: http://web.me.com/adlansing/Avon_Library_Podcasts/Podcast/Podcast.html For Lost Boys Program information: http://www.avonctlibrary.info/LostBoys.html Send questions to myself or Patrice Celli, pcelli@avonctlibrary.info ~Tina Tina Panik, Circulation & Public Services Manager Avon Free Public Library 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT 06001 860-673-9712 phone, 860-675-6364 fax tpanik@avonctlibrary.info -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090918/ba0f9963/attachment.htm From KAbery at cslib.org Mon Sep 21 05:28:50 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Mon Sep 21 05:28:23 2009 Subject: [Conntech] State Library Workshops Update for 09/21/09 References: <4AA909220200004B0001EE5C@ns2.cslib.org> <4AA90C5B0200004B0001EE65@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAA08D10200004B0001EE9B@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAF5BFF0200004B0001EF90@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAF7A520200004B0001EFAC@ns2.cslib.org> <4AB739420200004B0001F242@ns2.cslib.org> Message-ID: <4AB73941.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> The following workshops have been scheduled for October 2009. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp Excel 2007 Pt.1 & Pt.2 - Oct. 1st & Oct. 8th (MLSC) This two day workshop will bring you from Excel novice to advanced professional. It is expected that participants will attend day 1 and day 2 of one session. The Reference Interview - Oct. 2nd (WLSC) & Nov. 6th (MLSC) One of the basic services of the library is the delivery of information during what is commonly referred to as the reference interview. This program will examine the role of the reference interview, the components that make up the reference interview, and offer strategies for improving results. You will learn about: librarian patron relationships, importance of determining wants vs. needs, impedimets to success, impossible questions and more. Dreamweaver CS3 Pt.1 & Pt.2 - Oct.5th & Oct.7th (Darien PL) Dramweaver CS3 is a powerful web design software that allows beginners to create professional looking web sites. This two- day workshop is intended to be taken in order. Topics covered include: setting up a website, basic editing, creating links and graphics, using tables and templates and much, much more. Perequisites: Experience using the Web and a Windows based computer. No web development experience required, but it is certainly helpful. Those with experience will have time during the class to explore additional Dreamweaver options and features. Online Outreach & Marketing - Oct. 6th (Darien PL) n the Web 2.0 environment, libraries need to learn to reach beyond traditional ideas of outreach and take advantage of new tools for connecting with their users online. During this full day workshop we'll discuss a variety of ideas for libraries to get information out into spaces beyond their library web sites and to connect with their users on their own online turf. We'll look at community events calendars, monitoring local blogs and other forums, social review sites and much more. **This is a hands-on session, so come prepared with information about your library, services and events to get started with your own online outreach plan. ** Weeding in the Garden of Good & Evil - Oct. 7th (Greenwich PL) This hands-on workshop will give you the tools and enthusiasm that you will need to assess your collection and make decisions on what material needs to be weeded out of it. Our approach to weeding is that it isn?t the irresponsible disposal of the library?s property, but rather a part of the public service to borrowers, that of maintaining the best possible collection for the community. The workshop will cover: purpose of weeding, criteria for weeding decisions, mechanics of weeding, developing a weeding policy and more. Introduction to Camtasia Studio 6 - Oct. 9th (MLSC) Are you interested in learning how to create screencasts? Never heard of screencasts? Then this full-day workshop is for you. We will learn how to create online screencasts using Camtasia Studio 6, a powerful, easy-to-use video screen recording program. Workshop participants will learn how to record, produce, edit and publish practical screencasts and take away the knowledge to do many more. You will be provided with step-by-step procedures to get the most from your screencasts, and a list of resources for further learning. Federal & State Agency Information on the Internet - Oct. 14th (MLSC) Federal and Connecticut Agency web sites are a rich, accurate and timely resource for librarians. They can provide a great source of up-to-date information and supplement your existing library collections. In this hands-on workshop we will explore numerous federal and state agency web sites that can help you answer those tough reference questions. Topics covered: How do I know which one to use?, What's in there for my patrons?, Are they really that hard to search? Accidental Copy Cataloger - Oct. 16th (MLSC) Did you inherit the cataloging work with little or no training? Is there no one is available to help you or answer your questions? If so, this one-day, hands-on course is for you. We will look at what you need to do to catalog the new items coming into your library, how to do it, and why what you do and how you do it matters. This class focuses on handling the very large percentage of incoming materials that will have existing "copy" (MARC records) in OCLC that you can use for your cataloging. There will be plenty of time for discussion, examples, and questions. CSL Webinar: Ccar Volumn Survey - Oct. 22nd (ONLINE) Understanding Connecticar (Ccar) volume helps the Connecticut State Library improve delivery service. In order to best estimate Ccar volume, the Connecticut State Library is asking libraries that get Ccar service to count the items they receive via Ccar during the week of October 26. In this online session, Sharon Brettschneider will review the procedures and answer any questions that you have concerning the survey. Word 2007 Beyond the Basics - Oct. 27th (Bristol PL) Now that you know how to type, select and format text, you're ready to move on to more sophisticated documents. We'll explore the mystery of tabs, including the popular tab leaders (dotted or solid lines going across a page). We'll also find out how to insert, format and add formulas to tables. We'll explore the table toolbar and investigate some of its powerful features. We'll also be using a form toolbar to create easy to use forms in Word 2007. Lastly, we'll have some fun inserting graphics and borders into your document. Free iCONN Webinar: PowerSearch 2.0 - Oct. 29th (ONLINE) Curious about Gale's PowerSearch 2.0? Want to hear about your new resources from Gale? Join us for an online webinar on October 29th at 10:00 a.m. Stacey Knibloe, Senior Training Consultant for Gale, will be providing training on this new and exciting feature for Connecticut librarians. Accidental Original Cataloger - Oct. 30th (MLSC) Did everyone else leave, and now you are the cataloger? If so, this one-day course is for you! It will help you learn how to "start from scratch" and provide descriptive cataloging and access points for your original record, according to the cataloging standard AACR2 Revised. The course also covers how to create original records using OCLC Connexion. The emphasis is on books but principles for describing other types of materials will also be discussed. General rules for constructing headings are covered but complex situations and headings are not addressed. There will be plenty of time for discussion, questions, and examples. From cbradley at ctlibrarians.org Mon Sep 21 07:02:31 2009 From: cbradley at ctlibrarians.org (Christine Bradley) Date: Mon Sep 21 07:02:17 2009 Subject: [Conntech] CLA Thank You Rally in Hamden this afternoon, Danbury tomorrow Message-ID: On Monday, September 21 at 3pm, Bob Gualtieri is hosting an event at the Hamden Public Library for all of us supporters of the Connecticut Library Association to thank our legislators for maintaining statewide library funding. This from our man at the Capitol, Bobby Shea: PLEASE ASK ALL OF OUR FRIENDS WHO LIVE OR WORK NEAR HAMDEN TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. IT'S VERY IMPORTANT THAT WE CONTINUE TO HAVE GOOD ATTENDANCE AT THESE EVENTS. HAMDEN AND DANBURY ARE OUR LAST TWO EVENTS (FOR NOW), AND WE WANT TO FINISH STRONG !! On Tuesday, September 22 at 12:15pm, Mark Hasskarl is hosting an event at the Danbury Public Library. Same message as above, we need a lot of people to attend our Danbury event. Christine Bradley, Executive Director Connecticut Library Consortium 234 Court Street Middletown, Connecticut 06457 Phone: 860-344-8777 ext. 103 Fax: 860-344-9199 cbradley@ctlibrarians.org www.ctlibrarians.org Got Questions? Try InfoAnytime! www.infoanytime.org From lmclaughlin at biblio.org Mon Sep 21 08:47:08 2009 From: lmclaughlin at biblio.org (Laura McLaughlin) Date: Mon Sep 21 08:43:46 2009 Subject: [Conntech] MARKETING DIRECTOR POSITION CLARIFIED Message-ID: <00ff01ca3ad2$c71c8a40$55559ec0$@org> Please note that this is for the Kent Memorial Library in Kent. Marketing & Special Events Director Kent Memorial Library seeks an individual to 1) develop programs for adults that meet the Library's mission and service responses; 2) market overall library services; and 3) oversee art exhibits. The successful candidate will have the ability to work with high profile public people to elicit their support & participation in library events. Computer literacy required; desktop publishing & familiarity with modern communication methods such as Twitter & blogs a plus. Bachelor's degree required with marketing, PR, advertising, journalism or communications preferred. 2 years experience with budget preparation & strategic report composition required; some public library and/or non-profit experience preferred; demonstrated experience in producing news releases, newsletters, flyers, annual reports & programs. Ability to work under short time constraints and meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities & with minimal supervision essential. Sixteen (16) regularly scheduled hrs/wk including alternate Saturdays with additional hours as needed for programs. Salary commensurate with experience. Contact Laura McLaughlin at (860) 927-3761 or lmclaughlin@biblio.org for details & to apply. Laura McLaughlin Director Kent Memorial Library, Kent 860-927-3761 phone 860-927-1427 fax kentmemoriallibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090921/dcad3f27/attachment.htm From ehansen at cslib.org Mon Sep 21 09:43:54 2009 From: ehansen at cslib.org (Eric Hansen) Date: Mon Sep 21 09:43:38 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Ask A Librarian Link Message-ID: <4AB77509.6A08.0027.0@cslib.org> Cross-posted; please excuse duplication. Please forward as appropriate. Everyone: I am pleased to announce that, as promised, there is now an active "Ask A Librarian" link on all iCONN Gale database search screens. When users click on that link, they will see the "Please Select your Library" drop-down menu that will include only 2 choices: iCONN or Spanish Program. We hope that by providing this additional access point to the InfoAnytime service, more users will know it exists and be able to benefit from it. Best to all, Eric Eric Hansen Electronic Resources Coordinator iCONN.org 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06547-5101 Tel. 860.704.2224 888.256.1222 (in CT) Fax 860.704.2229 ehansen@cslib.org From ehansen at cslib.org Mon Sep 21 12:05:52 2009 From: ehansen at cslib.org (Eric Hansen) Date: Mon Sep 21 12:05:51 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Downloadable Audio Books MARC Records Message-ID: <4AB7964F.6A08.0027.0@cslib.org> Cross-posted; please excuse duplication. Please forward as appropriate. Everyone: MARC records for iCONN's collection of downloadable audio books are now in reQuest. Libraries that participate in reQuest can download those records for their own catalogs. I am happy to answer any questions about this. Best to all, Eric Eric Hansen Electronic Resources Coordinator iCONN.org 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06547-5101 Tel. 860.704.2224 888.256.1222 (in CT) Fax 860.704.2229 ehansen@cslib.org From dzulick at ctlibrarians.org Mon Sep 21 12:43:24 2009 From: dzulick at ctlibrarians.org (Deborah Zulick) Date: Mon Sep 21 12:43:36 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Library Safety & Security Workshop - 10/2 Message-ID: <00ae01ca3af3$c9224250$5b66c6f0$@org> Library Safety and Security Workshop Co-sponsored by CLC and CSL Friday, October 2, 2009 9:00 coffee, 9:30-12:30 Wallingford Public Library $10.00 for staff of CLC member libraries; $20.00 for non-members Directions Register online now! In recent years, libraries have experienced an increasing number of safety, security, and patron management issues. Due to the open nature of libraries, together with their size, complexity and hours of operation, library facilities often serve as targets of theft, vandalism, and other related offenses. Join CLC and CSL as we present "Library Safety and Security 2009" on Friday, October 2nd at the Wallingford Public Library. The presenter for the program is Stan Konesky Jr, Training Office at the Connecticut Police Officer Standards Training Council (POST) since 1999. Mr. Konesky retired from the Branford Police Department, where he directed the Youth Division, Training Division, Crime Prevention Unit, Special Response Team and Public Relations. He will discuss various safety and security topics of concern to all of us in the library community. Topics covered will include: *Recognizing behaviors (bothersome vs dangerous) *Developing relationships with your local police departments *Knowing when to contact police *What to do in case of an emergency *Creating a secure environment *Loss prevention techniques In addition a panel of library professionals to include Henry Dutcher (Enfield PL), Lynn Ieronimo, Head of Library Security, Beinecke Library, Yale University and Danny Richmond (Russell Library) will discuss strategies/policies that have worked successfully in their libraries, address your questions and will be followed by Q&A and general conversation. Who should attend: All front-line library staff and managers that deal with the public Our panel will be answering YOUR library safety and security-related questions. Please use our online registration form to submit your questions. Register online now! ************************* Deborah Zulick Operations and Grants Manager Connecticut Library Consortium 860.344.8777 dzulick@ctlibrarians.org www.ctlibrarians.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090921/fcec4a54/attachment.htm From MEngels at cslib.org Tue Sep 22 06:11:16 2009 From: MEngels at cslib.org (Mary Engels) Date: Tue Sep 22 06:11:12 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Friends of Connecticut Libraries Fall Workshop Message-ID: <4AB894B3.1A3E.008E.0@cslib.org> Library staff - You might want to make your Friends group aware of this opportunity or you might be interested in attending yourself. Friends of CT. Libraries Fall Workshops Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 9 a.m. Middlesex Community College Middletown, CT. The Friends of Connecticut Libraries are pleased to invite the FOCL membership to a free Fall workshop held at Middlesex Community College in Middletown. We believe the topics are timely, stimulating and useful. We hope each Friends group can be represented. AGENDA 8:30 a.m. Coffee and Goodies and networking with our Friends 9:00 a.m. Welcome 9:10 a.m. ?The Next Generation of Friends: Help is On the Way!? Timothy Cole, PhD, a non-profit consultant (West Wind Consulting), specializing in planning and development, will lead the audience in discussion on who are the Friends volunteers of the future. Younger generations have different views as to community, libraries and volunteering. Should Friends change their current mode of operation to attract future generations? What type of change works? Good questions; let?s talk about them. Timothy Cole also specializes in building successful cross sector partnerships. Tim builds upon his decades of professional and educational experience, together with years of volunteer service to help non-profits achieve their goals. He?s worked in the fields of economic development, grant writing and fundraising in the United States and Europe. 10:30 to 10:45 a.m. Break and Reconfigure Room into Two Workshops 10:45 a.m. ?Things Your Treasurer Should Know? Being Treasurer of a Friends group is lot more than cashing membership checks and paying bills. Patricia ?Patty? J. Foley, C.P.A. will discuss topics like recording keeping, internal vs. external financial reports. Employer policies, tax issues, budget and investing and various financial policies. The program is recommended for Friends officers and newly minted treasurers. Our speaker is Patty Foley who was a 2008 recipient of the FOCL Individual Achievement Award for her commitment to the Lucy Robbins Welles Library in Newington, CT. She has used her professional accounting and business skills to put her Friends group in a firm financial position that serves them well in all endeavors. Patty has held nearly all of the officer and chair positions for her Friends groups and brings a wealth of knowledge and real world experience regarding Friends financial management. 10:45 a.m. ?How Used Books Sales are Conducted in CT? The workshop will address the questions you asked when you returned the survey with your memberships renewal forms. Used book sales always promote a lively discussion with ideas you can take home to your group to make a more profitable sale. The awaited result of used book sale survey analysis is complete. Our own Carl Nawrocki, president of FOCL, will present the results as book prices, bag sales, number of books and disposal methods. Carl Nawrocki is the current president of FOCL and has served as president of the Friends of Salem Library for over 18 years. He has participated in the Salem Friends used book sale for nearly 20 years. 12:15 p.m. Conclude Coffee and Coffee, tea, water plus fruit, bagels and muffins will be available at the workshop. Lunch is on your own. There will be a list of nearby restaurants available at the workshop. Planning on Attending? Please contact us by October 30th so we can plan the workshop properly. You may contact Mary Engels at: Phone 860-704-2207; in CT 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 mengels@cslib.org Directions to the Middlesex Community College The workshops are being held at the Janet Burr Smith Library conference rooms at the Middlesex Community College (MxCC) Middletown CT. MxCC is located a few miles South of downtown Middletown on RT 9, Take Exit 11 (RT 153), Randolph Rd). At the end of the ramp (for both N & S) turn right onto Randolph Road. Continue to the traffic light at top of hill & turn left onto Saybrook Rd. Go a quarter mile onto Reservoir Rd. Travel past the stop sign & take the first right onto Training Hill Rd. Take your first left into the parking lot. The library is located on the main floor of Chapman Hall and the conference is being held on the second floor. The library is about a 5-minute walk from the parking lot up a slight incline. Detailed Driving Instructions http://www.mxcc.commnet.edu/DrivingDirections/default.asp Mary Engels, Director Middletown Library Service Center 786 South Main St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone 860-704-2207; in CT 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 mengels@cslib.org http://ct.webjunction.org Mary Engels, Director Middletown Library Service Center 786 South Main St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone 860-704-2207; in CT 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 mengels@cslib.org http://ct.webjunction.org From MEngels at cslib.org Tue Sep 22 06:12:30 2009 From: MEngels at cslib.org (Mary Engels) Date: Tue Sep 22 06:12:11 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Welcoming Web Pages Discussion Message-ID: <4AB894FD.1A3E.008E.0@cslib.org> The Welcome discussion group is presenting: Welcoming Webpages How does your library use its Webpages to serve the needs of multi-cultural populations in your community? Join us for a panel discussion with three libraries that offer three different approaches. Representatives from Danbury Library, Hartford Public Library, and the Ferguson Library will discuss their Webpages designed to serve their ethnic communities. Where: Collins Meeting Room, Wallingford Public Library When: Wednesday, October 14, 2009. 1 p.m. registration and networking, 1:30 p.m. meeting You may register for this session through the Conn. State Library's Continuing Education Calendar. Simply go to: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp navigate to October 14th. There is no charge for this program. If you have questions about the program contact Mary Engels mengels@cslib.org or Steve Cauffman scauffman@cslib.org. Mary Engels, Director Middletown Library Service Center 786 South Main St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone 860-704-2207; in CT 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 mengels@cslib.org http://ct.webjunction.org From KAbery at cslib.org Tue Sep 22 09:31:12 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Tue Sep 22 09:31:10 2009 Subject: [Conntech] The Reference Interview (Willimantic Library Service Center References: <4AB8BE790200004B0001F2F5@ns2.cslib.org> <4AB8C3900200004B0001F2FC@ns2.cslib.org> Message-ID: <4AB8C336.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> The following workshop has been scheduled for Friday, October 2nd at the Willimantic Library Service Center. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp The Reference Interview - Friday, Oct. 2nd (Willimantic LSC) One of the basic services of the library is the delivery of information during what is commonly referred to as the reference interview. This program will examine the role of the reference interview, the components that make up the reference interview, and offer strategies for improving results. You will learn about: Librarian patron relationships Importance of determining wants vs. needs Impedimets to success Impossible questions Who should attend? Anyone who fields reference questions at any public service desk. Your instructor, Tim Rivard a Senior Consultant at NELINET assists members with training and support on collection and resource sharing products and services. Prior to working at NELINET, Tim was director of a corporate library for a Fortune 500 financial services company, as well as a director of health science libraries for a major teaching hospital. He earned a MLS from the University of Rhode Island, a MA in History from Assumption College and completed his coursework for a DA in Library Administration from Simmons College. Friday, October 2. 2009 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Willimantic Library Service Center Meeting Room Fee: $15.00 Limit: 20 From dmiller at avonctlibrary.info Tue Sep 22 10:38:04 2009 From: dmiller at avonctlibrary.info (Donna Miller) Date: Tue Sep 22 10:40:28 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Podcasting at your library Message-ID: Hello, Can you tell me if you do podcasting at your library for your website what software and types of equipment (even brands) you use? We are just getting started with podcasting, and with some experimentation, find that we need to upgrade our microphone and other equipment. Dreamweaver 8 doesn't seem to lend itself to podcasting, so we're turning to free software such as Audacity, or uploading filmed events to our blog. Do you do both video and audio, or just audio? Your suggestions and comments will be appreciated! Westport Library staff has already been very helpful! Thank you. Donna Donna Miller, Assistant Director Avon Free Public Library 281 Country Club Rd., Avon, CT 06001 Ph: 860-673-9712, Fax: 860-675-6364 dmiller@avonctlibrary.info www.avonctlibrary.info -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090922/78c76bc2/attachment.htm From slagas at mail.ccsu.edu Tue Sep 22 14:13:34 2009 From: slagas at mail.ccsu.edu (Slaga, Susan Jan (Library)) Date: Tue Sep 22 14:14:30 2009 Subject: [Conntech] "Harry Potter's World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine" @ CCSU Burritt Library, New Britain, CT Message-ID: "Harry Potter's World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine," a traveling exhibition will be on display October 4, 2009 - November 14, 2009, at Central Connecticut State University's Elihu Burritt Library (second/main floor). This exhibition consists of a series of panels and book displays which explore the scientific roots of J. K. Rowling's wizarding world and some of the historic figures who play important roles in the Harry Potter series. CCSU Burritt Library is sponsoring free programs and other events for the CCSU community and the public in connection with the exhibition. Contact 860-832-2059, Corcoran@ccsu.edu or visit http://library.ccsu.edu/harrypotter and http://web.ccsu.edu/astronomy/iyaoct.htm for more information. October 6, "Magic in the Renaissance Worldview," Glenn Sunshine, PhD., CCSU History Dept., Location: Vance, Room# 105, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. October 14, "Witches and Wizards in the Renaissance Imagination," Glenn Sunshine, PhD., CCSU History Dept., Location: Vance, Room# 105, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. October 27, Debut screening of In a Preternatural Way: The Witchcraft Trial of Mary Barnes, a Stanley-Whitman House produced film about a local woman executed for witchcraft in 1663, preceded by a brief introduction about the 17th-century Connecticut witchcraft trials and followed by a question-and- answer session with the film's actors, Location: Vance, Room# 105, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. November 11, Film: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Location: Semesters, Student Center, 7:00 pm, sponsored by Student Activities. November 13, Film: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Location: Torp Theater, 7:00 pm, sponsored by Student Activities. "Harry Potter's World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine" is brought to you by the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland. HARRY POTTER'S WORLD RENAISSANCE SCIENCE, MAGIC, AND MEDICINE ASTRONOMY PROGRAMS PRESENTED BY KRISTINE LARSEN, PHD., CCSU DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS AND EARTH SCIENCES Saturday, Oct 10, 2:00-4:00 pm, Astronomy of Harry Potter - hands on activities, RSVP required, 832-2938 Saturday, Oct 10, 4:00-5:00 pm, The Stars of Hogwarts - planetarium show Sunday, October 25, 2:00-4:00 pm, Astronomy of Harry Potter - hands on activities, RSVP required 832-2938 Sunday, October 25, 4:00-5:00 pm, The Stars of Hogwarts - planetarium show Monday October 26 through Friday October 30, 7:30-8:30 pm, WEATHER PERMITTING, Observing sessions Saturday, October 31, 1-2 pm (note time) The Stars of Hogwarts - planetarium show CCSU campus map: http://www.ccsu.edu/page.cfm?p=2795 Directions to CCSU: http://www.ccsu.edu/page.cfm?p=1378 Burritt Library Hours: http://library.ccsu.edu/webcal/month.php Susan J. 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She will be leading a special ALA Forum on Sunday, October 18. Share your thoughts on how ALA should focus its efforts in the next five years. As her presidential initiatives, Dr. Alire will also be sharing her expertise and innovative ideas about Library Advocacy and Literacy in a presentation on Monday, October 19. At the annual banquet Will Manley, author, columnist and retired librarian, offers a therapy session for us to make fun of the outside world, and our patrons certainly give us much to laugh about. In addition to speaking at the banquet, he will present at programs on Monday and Tuesday. There's an opportunity to hear him every day of the conference. Connecticut's own Kendall Wiggin will receive The Emerson Greenaway Award at the annual banquet. Check out Time to go FISHing! - During this time of cutbacks and economic hardship it is especially important to keep our customers happy. First see the FISH! Philosophy video, based on Seattle?s famed Pike Place Fish Market customer service methods. Then Mark Willis, Community Relations Manager for the Dayton (OH) Metro Library and author of Dealing with Difficult People in the Library, describes simple ways to make improving service fun. These are just a few of the outstanding program that you'll have the opportunity to attend. Take a look at the detailed program at www.nelib.org/conference . So, register now! Both the Early Bird registration discount and the special NELA rate at the Marriott hotel are good until October 9. Take advantage of the savings by registering now. www.nelib.org/conference Mary Engels, Director Middletown Library Service Center 786 South Main St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone 860-704-2207; in CT 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 mengels@cslib.org http://ct.webjunction.org From KAbery at cslib.org Thu Sep 24 09:05:49 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Thu Sep 24 09:05:25 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Library Safety and Security Policies Message-ID: <4ABB609D.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> Good afternoon, In preparation for the October 2nd "Library Safety & Safety" program CLC and CSL are collecting safety and security policies. If you would like to share your libraries policy for use at the workshop and/or inclusion on CT WebJunction, please email kabery@cslib.org. To register for the workshop, visit the CLC website @ http://ctlibrarians.org/events/registersp5.shtml From ehansen at cslib.org Thu Sep 24 09:58:13 2009 From: ehansen at cslib.org (Eric Hansen) Date: Thu Sep 24 09:57:40 2009 Subject: [Conntech] London Times Link Message-ID: <4ABB6C88.6A08.0027.0@cslib.org> Cross-posted; please excuse duplication. Please forward as appropriate. Everyone: iCONN is pleased to announce that a link to the London Times newspaper is now present among other newspapers in all our menus. This resource is from Gale Cengage and features full text coverage from July 1, 1985 to the present. As a Gale resource, the London Times is also searched by default in Power Search, iCONN"s master index to all Gale content. A direct link to the London Times is available in the links documents at http://www.iconn.org/staff/urltable.aspx. I am pleased to answer any questions about this. Best to all, Eric Eric Hansen Electronic Resources Coordinator iCONN.org 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06547-5101 Tel. 860.704.2224 888.256.1222 (in CT) Fax 860.704.2229 ehansen@cslib.org From HDutcher at enfield.org Thu Sep 24 12:18:00 2009 From: HDutcher at enfield.org (Dutcher, Henry) Date: Thu Sep 24 12:18:49 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Your funny for the day. Message-ID: <36A8644A9464B042ADC078F2D2301D0B057A0CEF@THMAIL1.enfield.local> http://www.quigmans.com/ Today's cartoon 9/24/09 Henry Dutcher Library Director E-TV Station Manager Enfield Public Library 104 Middle Rd. Enfield, CT 06082 860-763-7550 office 860-394-7642 cell 860-763-7514 fax hdutcher@enfield.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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For the most part, and to extent possible, the Office of Policy and Management primarily based the holdbacks on historical spending patterns in various accounts. What does this mean for libraries? Other than the state aid and Ccard budget lines, all other lines are being subjected to a significant ?holdback.? These are not technically reductions in appropriations but we will not be given these amounts in our allocation. These holdbacks are: iCONN, reduction of $461,722 from $1,968,794 to $1,507,072 reQuest, reduction of $181,437 from $674,696 to $493,259 CLC, reduction of $84,389 from $350,000 to $265,611 InfoAnytime, reduction of $36,167 from $42,500 to $6,333 Ccar, reduction of $2,734 from $266,434 to $263,700 CSL Personnel reduced by $784,504 from $6,261,095 to $5,476,591 (most of this reflects reductions because of early retirements) CSL materials reduced by $151,488 from $1,140,000 to $988,512 CSL Other Expenses reduced by $161,451 from $807,045 to $645,594 State Aid and Connecticard reimbursements were not affected. Due to these holdbacks we must reduce current expenses in iCONN by cutting some of the databases. We will hope that some money may be given back at the end of the year but cannot take the chance that this will happen. It will be necessary to cut the following databases from iCONN. For Academic libraries: CINAHL Full-text (CINAHL indexing will remain) Campus Research For all libraries: AP Images Boston Globe The priorities for elimination are in keeping with the priorities discussed with CCALD and the iCONN Database Committee. These databases will be eliminated as of October 1st. Our apologies for the short notice. We just learned of this issue yesterday. We are examining options in our other budget lines and will let you know if any service will be affected. For right now there will be no changes in the reQuest service. Sharon Brettschneider Director, Library Development Connecticut State Library ct.webjunction.org 860-757-6665 From msimonds at biblio.org Fri Sep 25 07:52:35 2009 From: msimonds at biblio.org (Michael Simonds) Date: Fri Sep 25 07:53:18 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Bibliomation Evergreen Project Announcement Message-ID: On September 24th the Bibliomation Board of Directors voted to accept a staff recommendation to establish the Evergreen Open Source Software system as the future migration path for the network. This recommendation was based on fifteen months of investigation. The Bibliomation staff download both the Evergreen and Koha Open Source Software products, loaded identical sets of test records on both systems, then evaluated the two products against over 120 separate functional requirements. This testing provided conclusive evidence that the Evergreen option is the more consortia friendly of the Open Source alternatives currently available. This decision does not imply an imminent system migration for Bibliomation. There are still a number of enhancements to the Evergreen Software that we feel will be necessary before such a migration is feasible. We will, however, move ahead with the Bibliomation Developmental Partners Project. Four small public libraries have volunteered to work with the network in a pilot project which will allow us to implement and test new enhancements to the Evergreen software. Bibliomation will migrate each of these libraries into a small, fully functional shared Evergreen system, which will, in turn act as a test bed for the software improvements as they are developed. In return for their cooperation in this project Bibliomation has created a very favorable cost structure that will fully reflect the potential financial savings Open Source has to offer libraries. The four libraries that have agreed to participate in this project are: The Beacon Falls Public Library, The Douglas Library Association of Hebron, The Slater Library in Griswold, and the Windham Free Library Association. We will be scheduling profiling meetings with these libraries in October and hope to have a functioning shared Evergreen cooperative system operational in Connecticut by early 2010. Michael J. Simonds Chief Executive Officer Bibliomation, Inc. 32 Crest Road Middlebury, CT. 06762 203-577-4070 x106 msimonds@biblio.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090925/4e71ce70/attachment.htm From KAbery at cslib.org Fri Sep 25 10:22:20 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Fri Sep 25 10:22:08 2009 Subject: [Conntech] State Library Workshop Update for 10/01 - 10/09 References: <4AA909220200004B0001EE5C@ns2.cslib.org> <4AA90C5B0200004B0001EE65@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAA08D10200004B0001EE9B@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAF5BFF0200004B0001EF90@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAF7A520200004B0001EFAC@ns2.cslib.org> <4AB739420200004B0001F242@ns2.cslib.org> <4ABA423A0200004B0001F3AF@ns2.cslib.org> <4ABA48680200004B0001F3B9@ns2.cslib.org> <4ABCC40C0200004B0001F462@ns2.cslib.org> Message-ID: <4ABCC40B.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> The following workshops have been scheduled for October 2009. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp The Reference Interview - Oct. 2nd (WLSC) One of the basic services of the library is the delivery of information during what is commonly referred to as the reference interview. This program will examine the role of the reference interview, the components that make up the reference interview, and offer strategies for improving results. You will learn about: librarian patron relationships, importance of determining wants vs. needs, impedimets to success, impossible questions and more. Dreamweaver CS3 Pt.1 & Pt.2 - Oct.5th & Oct.7th (Darien PL) Dramweaver CS3 is a powerful web design software that allows beginners to create professional looking web sites. This two- day workshop is intended to be taken in order. Topics covered include: setting up a website, basic editing, creating links and graphics, using tables and templates and much, much more. Online Outreach & Marketing - Oct. 6th (Darien PL) n the Web 2.0 environment, libraries need to learn to reach beyond traditional ideas of outreach and take advantage of new tools for connecting with their users online. During this full day workshop we'll discuss a variety of ideas for libraries to get information out into spaces beyond their library web sites and to connect with their users on their own online turf. We'll look at community events calendars, monitoring local blogs and other forums, social review sites and much more. **This is a hands-on session, so come prepared with information about your library, services and events to get started with your own online outreach plan. ** Introduction to Camtasia Studio 6 - Oct. 9th (MLSC) Are you interested in learning how to create screencasts? Never heard of screencasts? Then this full-day workshop is for you. We will learn how to create online screencasts using Camtasia Studio 6, a powerful, easy-to-use video screen recording program. Workshop participants will learn how to record, produce, edit and publish practical screencasts and take away the knowledge to do many more. You will be provided with step-by-step procedures to get the most from your screencasts, and a list of resources for further learning. CSL Webinar: Ccar Volumn Survey - Oct. 22nd (ONLINE) Understanding Connecticar (Ccar) volume helps the Connecticut State Library improve delivery service. In order to best estimate Ccar volume, the Connecticut State Library is asking libraries that get Ccar service to count the items they receive via Ccar during the week of October 26. In this online session, Sharon Brettschneider will review the procedures and answer any questions that you have concerning the survey. Word 2007 Beyond the Basics - Oct. 27th (Bristol PL) Now that you know how to type, select and format text, you're ready to move on to more sophisticated documents. We'll explore the mystery of tabs, including the popular tab leaders (dotted or solid lines going across a page). We'll also find out how to insert, format and add formulas to tables. We'll explore the table toolbar and investigate some of its powerful features. We'll also be using a form toolbar to create easy to use forms in Word 2007. Lastly, we'll have some fun inserting graphics and borders into your document. From kabery at cslib.org Mon Sep 28 04:03:33 2009 From: kabery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Mon Sep 28 04:03:26 2009 Subject: [Conntech] The Reference Interview - Oct. 2nd (Willimantic LSC) Message-ID: <4AC05FC50200004B0001F4AA@ns2.cslib.org> The following workshop has been scheduled for October 2nd. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp The Reference Interview - Oct. 2nd (WLSC) One of the basic services of the library is the delivery of information during what is commonly referred to as the reference interview. This program will examine the role of the reference interview, the components that make up the reference interview, and offer strategies for improving results. You will learn about: librarian patron relationships importance of determining wants vs. needs impedimets to success impossible questions and more. Friday, Oct. 2, 2009 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Willimantic Library Service Center Fee: $15.00 Limit: 15 Kris Abery Continuing Education Coordinator Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06457 Tele: (860) 704 - 2206 Fax: (860) 704 - 2228 From cbradley at ctlibrarians.org Mon Sep 28 09:06:06 2009 From: cbradley at ctlibrarians.org (Christine Bradley) Date: Mon Sep 28 09:05:48 2009 Subject: [Conntech] InfoAnytime going down September 30 Message-ID: To the Connecticut Library Community: CLC's support for InfoAnytime is cancelled THIS Wednesday, September 30, due to the devastating news just announced about severe budget "holdbacks" in this fiscal year (July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010). $84,389 is gone from CLC's state grant of $350,000, and $36,167 is gone from InfoAnytime, leaving only $6333. I would have liked to give the library community more notice, but the cost of extending InfoAnytime for one extra month would be $4175 (in addition to the $12,500 we have already paid for the quarter ending September 30, 2009). CLC just doesn't have the money. We will be notifying directly the 133 public libraries and 28 academic libraries and ICONN, who offer a gateway to InfoAnytime on their websites. I have enjoyed working with all of you and all the staff at Tutor.com. It is with great regret that I announce the end CLC's support for InfoAnytime. All best, Chris Christine Bradley, Executive Director Connecticut Library Consortium 234 Court Street Middletown, Connecticut 06457 Phone: 860-344-8777 ext. 103 Fax: 860-344-9199 cbradley@ctlibrarians.org www.ctlibrarians.org From KAbery at cslib.org Mon Sep 28 09:47:23 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Mon Sep 28 09:46:54 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Dreamweaver CS3 & Online Outreach & Marketing (Darien PL) References: <4AA909220200004B0001EE5C@ns2.cslib.org> <4AA90C5B0200004B0001EE65@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAA08D10200004B0001EE9B@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAF5BFF0200004B0001EF90@ns2.cslib.org> <4AAF7A520200004B0001EFAC@ns2.cslib.org> <4AB739420200004B0001F242@ns2.cslib.org> <4ABA423A0200004B0001F3AF@ns2.cslib.org> <4ABA48680200004B0001F3B9@ns2.cslib.org> <4ABCC4250200004B0001F465@ns2.cslib.org> <4AC0B05B0200004B0001F4E6@ns2.cslib.org> Message-ID: <4AC0B05A.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> The following workshops have been scheduled for October 5th - 7th at the Darien PL. To register access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp Dreamweaver CS3 Pt.1 & Pt.2 - Oct.5th & Oct.7th (Darien PL) Dramweaver CS3 is a powerful web design software that allows beginners to create professional looking web sites. This two- day workshop is intended to be taken in order. Topics covered include: setting up a website, basic editing, creating links and graphics, using tables and templates and much, much more. Online Outreach & Marketing - Oct. 6th (Darien PL) n the Web 2.0 environment, libraries need to learn to reach beyond traditional ideas of outreach and take advantage of new tools for connecting with their users online. During this full day workshop we'll discuss a variety of ideas for libraries to get information out into spaces beyond their library web sites and to connect with their users on their own online turf. We'll look at community events calendars, monitoring local blogs and other forums, social review sites and much more. **This is a hands-on session, so come prepared with information about your library, services and events to get started with your own online outreach plan. ** From KAbery at cslib.org Mon Sep 28 09:51:38 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Mon Sep 28 09:51:25 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Introduction to Camtasia Studio 6 (Middletown LSC) Message-ID: <4AC0B159.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> Introduction to Camtasia Studio 6 Are you interested in learning how to create screencasts? Never heard of screencasts? Then this full-day workshop is for you. We will learn how to create online screencasts using Camtasia Studio 6, a powerful, easy-to-use video screen recording program. Workshop participants will learn how to record, produce, edit and publish practical screencasts and take away the knowledge to do many more. You will be provided with step-by-step procedures to get the most from your screencasts, and a list of resources for further learning. You will have time during the day to work on a real project so come prepared with some ideas. **Please bring a flash/usb/thumb drive with you for the workshop. This will allow you to save your class work.** Topics include: Basics of Camtasia Studio Why your library should create screencasts Examples of how to use screencasting in your library Select on of the following sessions: Friday, October 9, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Middletown Library Service Center Computer Lab Fee: $30.00 Limit: 12 OR Thursday, November 19, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Middletown Library Service Center Computer Lab Fee: $30.00 Limit: 12 REGISTRATION: Access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp The events that require sign up are designated by the underlined event titles. To register for a workshop, click on the underlined event title. Enter the following information: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, PHONE NUMBER, EMAIL ADDRESS, NAME OF YOUR LIBRARY, SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS REQUIRED, NOTES (for additional instructions). Click on COMPLETE REGISTRATION when done. First time users will be prompted to enter an address. Please enter YOUR LIBRARY ADDRESS. Once completed, you will receive an event confirmation form. You will be mailed an invoice for the workshop. Please include a copy of the invoice with your payment. Checks must be made payable to the Connecticut State Library and sent to: Fiscal Services, Connecticut State Library, 231 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106. IMPORTANT NOTE: Cancellations require 72 hour notice (3 business days, excluding weekends & holidays) or you will be invoiced. (Attendee will automatically be placed on a waiting list if they miss 3 events in 6 months that require 72 hour cancellation notice.) It is therefore important that you sign-in on the workshop attendance sheet. For more information contact: Kris Abery at kabery@cslib.org Kris Abery Continuing Education Coordinator Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06457 Tele: (860) 704 - 2206 Fax: (860) 704 - 2228 From cbradley at ctlibrarians.org Mon Sep 28 09:56:16 2009 From: cbradley at ctlibrarians.org (Christine Bradley) Date: Mon Sep 28 09:55:58 2009 Subject: [Conntech] InfoAnytime Rescue Effort Message-ID: <4D7C2905B8FC4C799AB5E7128C387545@CLC1> Friends and Colleagues: Carl Antonucci of Capital Community College and Sandy Long of Madison Public Lbirary have come up with some ideas for saving InfoAnytime. Carl is calling Tutor.com and OCLC's competing virtual reference provider QuestionPoint to talk about pricing. Sandy suggests CLC's managing cost sharing among the libraries who are now participating (162 participants and $36,167 cost = $223.25 each, added to payments already made.) The purpose of this note is to see which libraries would still be interested with a cost sharing model; then we will let both vendors know. If you are interested in paying to continue InfoAnytime with a volunteer committee, please respond to Carl and Sandy, and copy Deb Zulick at CLC. We librarians are nothing if not resourceful, so who knows, this just might work! We'll keep you posted. All best, and many thanks to Carl and Sandy, Chris Christine Bradley, Executive Director Connecticut Library Consortium 234 Court Street Middletown, Connecticut 06457 Phone: 860-344-8777 ext. 103 Fax: 860-344-9199 cbradley@ctlibrarians.org www.ctlibrarians.org Got Questions? Try InfoAnytime! www.infoanytime.org From tocej1 at southernct.edu Mon Sep 28 11:10:49 2009 From: tocej1 at southernct.edu (Jacqueline Toce) Date: Mon Sep 28 11:10:56 2009 Subject: [Conntech] RDA Program sponsored by CLA Technical Services Section Message-ID: The CLA Technical Services Section Announces its Fall Program: Crisis or Opportunity? : Cataloging, Catalogers, RDA, and Change DATE: Friday, November 20, 2009 PLACE: Farmington Public Library TIME: 9:00 am - 9:30 am Coffee & Registration 9:30 am - 12:00 noon Program $15 for CLA Members/$25 for non-members Are you ready for RDA (Resource Description and Access) the proposed new cataloging standard set for release this year? Diane Hillmann, nationally renowned authority on cataloging and metadata issues, will discuss the development and implementation plans for RDA, as well as how librarians can best prepare themselves for this transition to the new cataloging environment. Topics covered include: - The critical differences between AACR2 and RDA - How does FRBR (Functional Requirements for Bibliographic Records) fit in - What will happen to MARC21 - The influence of the semantic web Click here for Registration Form: http://www.ctlibraryassociation.org/pdfs/temp/tss09.pdf Click here for directions to the Farmington Library: http://www.farmingtonlibct.org/directions.htm Jacqueline Toce Catalog Librarian Buley Library Southern Connecticut State University 501 Crescent St., New Haven, CT 06515 203-392-5777 http://home.southernct.edu/~tocej1 From lmclaughlin at biblio.org Mon Sep 28 13:10:15 2009 From: lmclaughlin at biblio.org (Laura McLaughlin) Date: Mon Sep 28 13:06:44 2009 Subject: [Conntech] KENT MEMORIAL LIBRARY, KENT, CT Message-ID: <00bf01ca4077$b1d347a0$1579d6e0$@org> The Kent Library Association, the body that operates the Kent Memorial Library, is seeking an architect to provide expanded service to its community. Please see our web page, www.kentmemoriallibrary.org for the RFP. Thank you. Laura McLaughlin Director Kent Memorial Library, Kent 860-927-3761 phone 860-927-1427 fax kentmemoriallibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090928/d46d0262/attachment.htm From MJensen at cslib.org Tue Sep 29 06:30:30 2009 From: MJensen at cslib.org (Mary Louise Jensen) Date: Tue Sep 29 06:30:22 2009 Subject: [Conntech] NEAT offers assistive technology and workplace accommodation training References: <282027FFDFC5DF4B94119C86690CA9FF036F591B@MESSAGING-TWO.CIBOAKHILL.LOCAL> Message-ID: <4AC1D356.FF72.000E.0@cslib.org> I thought some of you would be interested in this training. Mary Louise >>> "Jennifer Baker" 9/29/2009 8:58 AM >>> A Connect-Ability Partner The NEAT Connect-Ability Project simplifying workplace accommodations Visit our website at www.neatmarketplace.org/programs/content.asp?SubnavID=88 Business & Employment Training Calendar of Events 2009/2010 NEAT offers individual and group assistive technology and workplace accommodation training. Training is designed specifically to meet your business needs. To register visit our website: www.neatmarketplace.org or by phone: 860.243.2869; 860.286.3113 (TTY); or email to Jennifer Baker; bakerj@ciboakhill.org . Assistive Technology Today: Learn about the latest advances in assistive technology & workplace accommodations. Date: Wed.; Sept. 30, 2009 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Fee: $50 (members)/$65 (non-members). Alternative Computer Input for Business Applications: Explore hardware and software alternatives to the standard computer keyboard and mouse. Learn about a variety of alternative access methods and be provided with hands-on time to explore the options available. Date: Fri.; Nov 13, 2009 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Fee: $50 (members)/$65 (non-members). Hands-On Exploration of Voice Recognition for Business & Educational Applications: In this workshop, we will discuss expectations of voice recognition, utilize the software, debrief about the hands-on experiences, and discuss implementation in a work setting. Date: Fri.; Nov. 20, 2009 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Fee: $50 (members)/$65 (non-members). ZoomText 9.1: This 2-day course in ZoomText 9.18 will cover magnifier features (first day) and speech features (second day). There will be special focus on how to set up features with different eye conditions and situations in mind, with real-world examples and lab exercises. Date: Thurs. & Fri., Oct. 8 & 9, 2009; Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fee: $500; (fee includes a free ZoomText Large-Print Keyboard; a $99.00 value); lunch included. OpenBook: OpenBook is a scanning and reading software program which allows people who are blind and/or have low vision the ability to scan and read aloud important print documents. Date: Tue., Apr. 13, 2010; Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fee: $50 (Members) / $65 (Non-members). Window-Eyes for New & Experienced Users Presented by GW Micro: Window-Eyes is screen reading software which enables persons who are blind to access popular computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer and Microsoft Outlook. Date: Tue. & Wed., Apr. 27 & 28, 2010; Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fee: $325 for one day; $650 for both days; lunch included. Scripting with Window-Eyes: A hands-on, in-depth, instructional course on the design and construction of Window-Eyes scripts. Date: Thurs. & Fri.; Apr. 29 & 30, 2010; Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fee: $650 for both days; lunch included. __________________________________________________ Fun Tips & Tricks with YOUR Screen Reading Software! Screen reading software can enable users to accomplish a variety of everyday tasks with their computers, from email and the web, to word processing, spreadsheets and more. Come join us, have some fun and learn useful strategies and fun tips and tricks! Window-Eyes: Fun Tips & Tricks! Date: Sat.; Sept. 12, 2009 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $50 ZoomText: Fun Tips & Tricks! Date: Sat.; Oct. 3, 2009 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $50 JAWS: Fun Tips & Tricks! Date: Sat.; Apr. 10, 2010 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $50 MAGic: Fun Tips & Tricks! Date: Sat.; May 1, 2010 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $50 __________________________________________________ For more detailed information regarding these offerings visit our website, www.neatmarketplace.org or call Amy Mindell at 860.286.3119 or email to mindella@ciboakhill.org . ________________________________________ Confidentiality Notice: This message and attachments may contain confidential or privileged information protected by law from further disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, disclosure, copying, use, or distribution of the information included in this e-mail and attachments is prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please advise the sender immediately and permanently delete this message and attachments -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: C-A business training flyer.doc Type: application/msword Size: 82944 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090929/77599ae5/C-Abusinesstrainingflyer-0001.doc From vvocelli at avonctlibrary.info Tue Sep 29 09:01:47 2009 From: vvocelli at avonctlibrary.info (Virginia Vocelli) Date: Tue Sep 29 09:01:15 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Authors coming to Avon Public Library in October Message-ID: <20090929120037.SM28880@directornew> .. Hear James Benn, author of the Billy Boyle WWII Mystery series. Thursday, October 1, 2009. 7:00 pm. Avon Free Public Library. Mr. Benn will discuss how he approaches the writing process and will read from his latest book, "Evil for Evil." Other titles in the series are "Billy Boyle", "First Wave" and Blood Alone." Copies of his latest book and others will be available for sale. .. .. On October 15, hear Carole Shmurak, creator of Dr. Susan Lombardi, a professor of education at a state university in Connecticut and solves crimes in "Deadmistress" and "Death at Hillard High". 7:00 pm. .. October 29, Chris Knopf, Avon resident, and author of the Hampton Mystery Series will talk about his latest "Hard Stop." 7:00 pm. AND on October 16, Chris Bohjalian, will speak at the second annual Friends Literary Luncheon. Tickets $50.00. See our website for the details. www.avonctlibrary.info . Ginny Vocelli Virginia Vocelli, Library Director Avon Free Public Library 281 Country Club Road Avon, CT. 06001 vvocelli@avonctlibrary.info Voice: 860-673-9712; Fax: 860-675-6364 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090929/ee147d25/attachment.htm From Roselle.Weiner at asd-1817.org Tue Sep 29 09:06:07 2009 From: Roselle.Weiner at asd-1817.org (Roselle Weiner) Date: Tue Sep 29 09:07:03 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Re: [CLClist] NEAT offers assistive technology and workplaceaccommodation training In-Reply-To: <4AC1D356.FF72.000E.0@cslib.org> References: <282027FFDFC5DF4B94119C86690CA9FF036F591B@MESSAGING-TWO.CIBOAKHILL.LOCAL> <4AC1D356.FF72.000E.0@cslib.org> Message-ID: <4AC1F82F.61C8.0063.0@asd-1817.org> our library has zoomtext but it is one of the first editions of that program. How much better is this later edition? What is the cost for upgrading the software, would anyone know? Roselle Weiner Coordinator of Library and LRC Services American School for the Deaf 139 North Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107 860-570-2275 tt or relay >>> On 9/29/2009 at 9:30 AM, in message <4AC1D356.FF72.000E.0@cslib.org>, "Mary Louise Jensen" wrote: I thought some of you would be interested in this training. Mary Louise >>> "Jennifer Baker" 9/29/2009 8:58 AM >>> A Connect-Ability Partner The NEAT Connect-Ability Project simplifying workplace accommodations Visit our website at www.neatmarketplace.org/programs/content.asp?SubnavID=88 Business & Employment Training Calendar of Events 2009/2010 NEAT offers individual and group assistive technology and workplace accommodation training. Training is designed specifically to meet your business needs. To register visit our website: www.neatmarketplace.org or by phone: 860.243.2869; 860.286.3113 (TTY); or email to Jennifer Baker; bakerj@ciboakhill.org . Assistive Technology Today: Learn about the latest advances in assistive technology & workplace accommodations. Date: Wed.; Sept. 30, 2009 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Fee: $50 (members)/$65 (non-members). Alternative Computer Input for Business Applications: Explore hardware and software alternatives to the standard computer keyboard and mouse. Learn about a variety of alternative access methods and be provided with hands-on time to explore the options available. Date: Fri.; Nov 13, 2009 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Fee: $50 (members)/$65 (non-members). Hands-On Exploration of Voice Recognition for Business & Educational Applications: In this workshop, we will discuss expectations of voice recognition, utilize the software, debrief about the hands-on experiences, and discuss implementation in a work setting. Date: Fri.; Nov. 20, 2009 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Fee: $50 (members)/$65 (non-members). ZoomText 9.1: This 2-day course in ZoomText 9.18 will cover magnifier features (first day) and speech features (second day). There will be special focus on how to set up features with different eye conditions and situations in mind, with real-world examples and lab exercises. Date: Thurs. & Fri., Oct. 8 & 9, 2009; Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fee: $500; (fee includes a free ZoomText Large-Print Keyboard; a $99.00 value); lunch included. OpenBook: OpenBook is a scanning and reading software program which allows people who are blind and/or have low vision the ability to scan and read aloud important print documents. Date: Tue., Apr. 13, 2010; Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fee: $50 (Members) / $65 (Non-members). Window-Eyes for New & Experienced Users Presented by GW Micro: Window-Eyes is screen reading software which enables persons who are blind to access popular computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer and Microsoft Outlook. Date: Tue. & Wed., Apr. 27 & 28, 2010; Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fee: $325 for one day; $650 for both days; lunch included. Scripting with Window-Eyes: A hands-on, in-depth, instructional course on the design and construction of Window-Eyes scripts. Date: Thurs. & Fri.; Apr. 29 & 30, 2010; Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fee: $650 for both days; lunch included. __________________________________________________ Fun Tips & Tricks with YOUR Screen Reading Software! Screen reading software can enable users to accomplish a variety of everyday tasks with their computers, from email and the web, to word processing, spreadsheets and more. Come join us, have some fun and learn useful strategies and fun tips and tricks! Window-Eyes: Fun Tips & Tricks! Date: Sat.; Sept. 12, 2009 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $50 ZoomText: Fun Tips & Tricks! Date: Sat.; Oct. 3, 2009 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $50 JAWS: Fun Tips & Tricks! Date: Sat.; Apr. 10, 2010 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $50 MAGic: Fun Tips & Tricks! Date: Sat.; May 1, 2010 Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Fee: $50 __________________________________________________ For more detailed information regarding these offerings visit our website, www.neatmarketplace.org or call Amy Mindell at 860.286.3119 or email to mindella@ciboakhill.org . ________________________________________ Confidentiality Notice: This message and attachments may contain confidential or privileged information protected by law from further disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, disclosure, copying, use, or distribution of the information included in this e-mail and attachments is prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please advise the sender immediately and permanently delete this message and attachments -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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THE CONNECTICUT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION SUPPORT STAFF SECTION PRESENTS "CLASS Professional Update: Information Seeking Skills" Workshops and Networking Opportunities for Library Paraprofessionals Middlesex Community College in Middletown, CT Friday, November 6, 2009 8:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 8:30-9:10 a.m. Coffee and Registration 9:10-9:30 a.m. Conference Opening * Opening Remarks by Laurie Colburn, CLASS Chair * Opening Remarks from the Connecticut Library Association * Opening Remarks from Middlesex Community College * Support Staff Certification Program Update by Sandy Rosado, CLASS Vice-Chair 9:30- 10:45 a.m. Session I: Reference 101 - UPDATED for 2009 Many library technical assistants are called upon to work at the reference desk. This updated workshop is designed for staff who have no formal training working on a reference desk. The session will cover the following topics: basic print reference sources, online reference sources, reference interview strategies, the evaluation of websites, roving reference, virtual reference and using text messaging and instant messaging services to answer reference questions. Presented by Carl Antonucci and Karen DeLoatch of Capital Community College in Hartford. Carl Antonucci has spent the past 16 years as a reference librarian at various colleges and universities. Currently Director of Library Services at Capital Community College in Hartford, CT, he holds two master's degrees and is a doctoral candidate in American history at Providence College. Carl serves as an adjunct faculty member in Capital's Library Technical Assistant Program and also teaches history at the college. He is a member of the American Library Association, a board member of the Connecticut Library Association, co-chair of the CLA Legislative Committee and a member of the EBSCO Junior/Community College Advisory Board. Karen DeLoatch has over 25 years experience working in academic and public libraries. She is the Head of Library Instruction and the Coordinator of the Library Technical Assistant Program. As the Program Coordinator she is responsible for all aspects, including curriculum assessment and design, recruiting students, hiring, evaluating and supervising adjunct faculty, coordinating internships and teaching courses. As Head of Instruction, she coordinates all aspects of the library's instructional program, including closely working with teaching faculty to create research assignments, assessing student learning and teaching library instruction classes. She has Master's Degrees in Library Science and Educational Media. She is a member of the American Library Association, the Black Caucus of the American Library Association and the Connecticut Library Association, where she is a member of the Executive Board. Karen has many years experience chairing and serving on college and library committees. 10:45-11:00 a.m. Break 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Session II: Beyond the Basic Google Search Box - UPDATED for 2009 We all love Google but many are unaware of the tips and tricks available from Google to refine your search. Come to the updated "Beyond the Basic Google Search Box" presentation to learn about the more advanced search techniques hidden behind the simple Google search box. Presented by Sheila A. Lafferty, Director of the Julia Brooker Thompson Library at UConn Torrington. Sheila has worked for University of Connecticut Libraries since 1989. She is responsible for instruction/reference services and is Library Liaison for Undergraduate Programs at the Torrington campus. ****************** Cost of the program (includes refreshments): $15.00 FOR CLA MEMBERS $25.00 FOR NON-CLA MEMBERS No registrations will be accepted after October 23rd. Space is limited so don't delay! Directions to Middlesex Community College: http://www.mxcc.commnet.edu/about/directions.shtml If you need a special accommodation, please contact Laurie Colburn at colburnl@ccsu.edu or (860) 832-2170 at least two weeks prior to the conference. CONNECTICUT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION SUPPORT STAFF SECTION "CLASS Professional Update: Information Seeking Skills" Middlesex Community College in Middletown, CT Friday, November 6, 2009 8:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Registration Form Registration due before October 23, 2009 --- Space is limited so register early! Name: ________________________________________________________________ Library Affiliation: _________________________________________________ Home Address: ____________________________ E-mail: ____________________ Phone Number (Daytime): _______________________________ If you need a special accommodation, please call or e-mail Laurie Colburn at colburnl@ccsu.edu or (860) 832-2170 at least two weeks prior to the conference. Cost (includes refreshments): ____$15.00 FOR CLA MEMBERS ____$25.00 FOR NON-CLA MEMBERS Make checks payable to "CLA" and mail to: Jennifer Hadley, CLASS Secretary, Olin Memorial Library, Wesleyan University, 252 Church Street, Middletown, CT 06459. Fax: (860) 685-2661. E-mail: jthom@wesleyan.edu. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090929/0dc8ba0b/attachment-0001.htm From memaddox at walearning.com Tue Sep 29 19:53:39 2009 From: memaddox at walearning.com (Mary Maddox) Date: Tue Sep 29 19:57:14 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Vietnamese parent-child early literacy activities Message-ID: We have recently added a Vietnamese language version of the On-the-Go parent-child activities. We hope you find these useful. The development of these materials was supported in part by Grant H324M020084 from the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs Infant-Toddler language and early literacy activities: Free and Reproducible Developed by Angela Notari-Syverson, Ph.D, and Judy Challoner, M.S. Illustrations: Don Syverson To download materials go to http://www.walearning.com and click on the button that says "Download Free Parent Tools" on the home page. Then click on "On-The-Go." Find "Vietnamese On The Go" on the list of Available Downloads. Click that link and copy the file to your computer or print it out. These materials include twenty home and community activities for adults and children birth to three that encourage early language and literacy development. They are appropriate for children with disabilities as well as children who are developing typically. The materials are specifically designed to address the three key skills of 1) language development, 2) sounds and rhythms, and 3) general book and print awareness. The files are in PDF format to allow easy and secure downloading. The materials are made available by Angela Notari-Syverson and colleagues, and may be copied and distributed as long as they are not sold. 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URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090929/b37f8669/attachment.htm From KAbery at cslib.org Wed Sep 30 06:40:16 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Wed Sep 30 06:39:42 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Free Library Journal Webcasts in October References: <4AC325CB0200004B0001F5EB@ns2.cslib.org> <4AC326700200004B0001F5EE@ns2.cslib.org> <4AC327800200004B0001F5F1@ns2.cslib.org> Message-ID: <4AC3277F.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> Two free Library Journal webcasts will be offered in October 2009. Complete description and registration information below Webcast: Stretch Your Large Print Budget with Smart Collection Development: Best Practices from the Pros - Oct. 15th @ 2:00 p.m. (ONLINE) Every library has its own philosophy and policies governing collection development and management. One important part of the library?s service to its community is the large print collection which many patrons depend on for both entertainment and information. Recognizing that there is as much art as there is science in the selection process, there are guidelines and best practices that can help maximize the dollars in your large print book budget and promote circulation of these materials. With more baby boomers than ever using public libraries, circulation of large print materials is expected to increase as well. Webcast panelists from three very different libraries will discuss how they have refined their large print selection and collection management processes to maximize their investment in Large Print. Join us to hear how these professionals? philosophies on building a robust Large Print Collection helps them meet the needs of their customers, internal and external. Additionally we?ll explore which authors, series and genre are most in demand by patrons, get tips on supplementing the core Large Print collection, and find out what kind of marketing is being done to draw attention to Large Print collections. Finally, we?ve asked the panelists to pull out their crystal balls and speculate on the state of their Large Print collections in three years - which should lead to a lively question and answer session following the panelists? presentations! Panelists: *Lucy Lockley, Collection Development Manager, St. Charles City-County (MO) Library District *Christy Wagner, Outreach Coordinator, Ela Area (IL) Public Library *Lesley Daly, Director, Wichita Falls (TX) Public Library *Moderator: Barbara Hoffert, Reviews Editor, Library Journal For additional details and registration information visit: http://www.libraryjournal.com/webcastsDetail/2140459101.html?industryid=48747&industry=Webcasts' Webcast: Doing More with Less: ?Training Up? in Tough Economic Times - Oct. 20th @ 2:00 p.m. (ONLINE) Gate counts keep going up, but staff levels are not. Patrons? technological needs are increasing as many have lost their jobs and access to computers at the same time. Older patrons with little computer experience are finding that many insurance and financial forms need to be completed online. Is your staff ready to serve? Library employee training budgets aren?t exactly getting fatter either, often forcing staff to just learn on the job or stagnate. And what about new hires? Are they expected to have already learned about your library?s technology as part of their education? A group of training experts will discuss how ?training up? library staff can help stretch and boost the level of technological customer service your library can offer to patrons, and to the library itself. The webcast will also cover Web 2.0 tools and applications that make training sessions, documents and support readily accessible and available on-demand, 24/7. From academe, we?ll hear how one library school program is preparing its students for high touch high tech careers in our public, school, special and academic libraries. Panelists: *Bud Hunt, Instructional Technologist, St. Vrain Valley School District, CO *Kerry McGeath, City Librarian/Deputy Director, Community Services, *Southlake Public Library, TX *Claire McInerney, Department Chair, Associate Professor, Library and Information,Science, *Rutgers School of Communication and Information, NJ *Moderator: Brad Rogers, Director of Implementations, Polaris Library Systems For additional details and registration information visit: http://www.libraryjournal.com/webcastsDetail/2140459937.html?industryid=48747&industry=Webcasts From KAbery at cslib.org Wed Sep 30 07:29:27 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Wed Sep 30 07:28:58 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Webcast: Stretch Your Large Print Budget with Smart Collection Development (Correction) Message-ID: <4AC33307.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> Link corrected below Webcast: Stretch Your Large Print Budget with Smart Collection Development: Best Practices from the Pros - Oct. 15th @ 2:00 p.m. (ONLINE) Every library has its own philosophy and policies governing collection development and management. One important part of the library?s service to its community is the large print collection which many patrons depend on for both entertainment and information. Recognizing that there is as much art as there is science in the selection process, there are guidelines and best practices that can help maximize the dollars in your large print book budget and promote circulation of these materials. With more baby boomers than ever using public libraries, circulation of large print materials is expected to increase as well. Webcast panelists from three very different libraries will discuss how they have refined their large print selection and collection management processes to maximize their investment in Large Print. Join us to hear how these professionals? philosophies on building a robust Large Print Collection helps them meet the needs of their customers, internal and external. Additionally we?ll explore which authors, series and genre are most in demand by patrons, get tips on supplementing the core Large Print collection, and find out what kind of marketing is being done to draw attention to Large Print collections. Finally, we?ve asked the panelists to pull out their crystal balls and speculate on the state of their Large Print collections in three years - which should lead to a lively question and answer session following the panelists? presentations! Panelists: *Lucy Lockley, Collection Development Manager, St. Charles City-County (MO) Library District *Christy Wagner, Outreach Coordinator, Ela Area (IL) Public Library *Lesley Daly, Director, Wichita Falls (TX) Public Library *Moderator: Barbara Hoffert, Reviews Editor, Library Journal For additional details and registration information visit: http://www.libraryjournal.com/webcastsDetail/2140459101.html?industryid=48747&industry=Webcasts Webcast: Doing More with Less: ?Training Up? in Tough Economic Times - Oct. 20th @ 2:00 p.m. (ONLINE) Gate counts keep going up, but staff levels are not. Patrons? technological needs are increasing as many have lost their jobs and access to computers at the same time. Older patrons with little computer experience are finding that many insurance and financial forms need to be completed online. Is your staff ready to serve? Library employee training budgets aren?t exactly getting fatter either, often forcing staff to just learn on the job or stagnate. And what about new hires? Are they expected to have already learned about your library?s technology as part of their education? A group of training experts will discuss how ?training up? library staff can help stretch and boost the level of technological customer service your library can offer to patrons, and to the library itself. The webcast will also cover Web 2.0 tools and applications that make training sessions, documents and support readily accessible and available on-demand, 24/7. From academe, we?ll hear how one library school program is preparing its students for high touch high tech careers in our public, school, special and academic libraries. Panelists: *Bud Hunt, Instructional Technologist, St. Vrain Valley School District, CO *Kerry McGeath, City Librarian/Deputy Director, Community Services, *Southlake Public Library, TX *Claire McInerney, Department Chair, Associate Professor, Library and Information,Science, *Rutgers School of Communication and Information, NJ *Moderator: Brad Rogers, Director of Implementations, Polaris Library Systems For additional details and registration information visit: http://www.libraryjournal.com/webcastsDetail/2140459937.html?industryid=48747&industry=Webcasts From MEngels at cslib.org Wed Sep 30 07:38:50 2009 From: MEngels at cslib.org (Mary Engels) Date: Wed Sep 30 07:38:34 2009 Subject: [Conntech] There's still time to register for Welcoming Web Pages.... Message-ID: <4AC3353A.1A3E.008E.0@cslib.org> The Welcome discussion group is presenting: Welcoming Webpages How does your library use its Webpages to serve the needs of multi-cultural populations in your community? Join us for a panel discussion with three libraries that offer three different approaches. Representatives from Danbury Library, Hartford Public Library, and the Ferguson Library will discuss their Webpages designed to serve their ethnic communities. Where: Collins Meeting Room, Wallingford Public Library When: Wednesday, October 14, 2009. 1 p.m. registration and networking, 1:30 p.m. meeting You may register for this session through the Conn. State Library's Continuing Education Calendar. Simply go to: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp navigate to October 14th. There is no charge for this program. If you have questions about the program contact Mary Engels mengels@cslib.org or Steve Cauffman scauffman@cslib.org. Mary Engels, Director Middletown Library Service Center 786 South Main St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone 860-704-2207; in CT 800-437-2313 Fax: 860-704-2228 mengels@cslib.org http://ct.webjunction.org From KAbery at cslib.org Wed Sep 30 08:02:16 2009 From: KAbery at cslib.org (Kris Abery) Date: Wed Sep 30 08:01:49 2009 Subject: [Conntech] Seat Available: Introduction to Camtasia (Middletown LSC) Message-ID: <4AC33AB8.F821.004B.0@cslib.org> Introduction to Camtasia Are you interested in learning how to create screencasts? Never heard of screencasts? Then this full-day workshop is for you. We will learn how to create online screencasts using Camtasia Studio 6, a powerful, easy-to-use video screen recording program. Workshop participants will learn how to record, produce, edit and publish practical screencasts and take away the knowledge to do many more. You will be provided with step-by-step procedures to get the most from your screencasts, and a list of resources for further learning. You will have time during the day to work on a real project so come prepared with some ideas. **Please bring a flash/usb/thumb drive with you for the workshop. This will allow you to save your class work.** Topics include: Basics of Camtasia Studio Why your library should create screencasts Examples of how to use screencasting in your library Select on of the following sessions: Friday, October 9, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Middletown Library Service Center Computer Lab Fee: $30.00 Limit: 12 REGISTRATION: Access the Continuing Education Calendar of Events at: http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp The events that require sign up are designated by the underlined event titles. To register for a workshop, click on the underlined event title. Enter the following information: FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, PHONE NUMBER, EMAIL ADDRESS, NAME OF YOUR LIBRARY, SPECIAL ACCOMODATIONS REQUIRED, NOTES (for additional instructions). Click on COMPLETE REGISTRATION when done. First time users will be prompted to enter an address. Please enter YOUR LIBRARY ADDRESS. Once completed, you will receive an event confirmation form. You will be mailed an invoice for the workshop. Please include a copy of the invoice with your payment. Checks must be made payable to the Connecticut State Library and sent to: Fiscal Services, Connecticut State Library, 231 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106. IMPORTANT NOTE: Cancellations require 72 hour notice (3 business days, excluding weekends & holidays) or you will be invoiced. (Attendee will automatically be placed on a waiting list if they miss 3 events in 6 months that require 72 hour cancellation notice.) It is therefore important that you sign-in on the workshop attendance sheet. For more information contact: Kris Abery at kabery@cslib.org Kris Abery Continuing Education Coordinator Connecticut State Library Division of Library Development 786 South Main Street Middletown, CT 06457 Tele: (860) 704 - 2206 Fax: (860) 704 - 2228 From CAntonucci at ccc.commnet.edu Wed Sep 30 08:59:14 2009 From: CAntonucci at ccc.commnet.edu (Antonucci Jr., Carl A) Date: Wed Sep 30 09:00:54 2009 Subject: [Conntech] FW: Recent "holdbacks" to Library Programs Message-ID: <5E3D2CF899B7F244AC784ED16F6ED499046B71F1@caex1.ccc.commnet.edu> From: Antonucci Jr., Carl A Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2009 9:07 AM To: 'ccald@googlegroups.com'; SYS-LibraryCouncil Subject: Recent "holdbacks" to Library Programs As you know, because of state budget "holdbacks" - the following library services will be cut - CLC - reduction of $84,389 from $350,000 to $265,611 - InfoAnyTime is cancelled as of today - The State Library will cut CINAHL Full-Text, Campus Research, AP Images and the Boston Globe on October 1st. Please join us again as we fight to save what has been cut. CLA Lobbyist Bobby Shea has advised us to email Governor Rell, Lt. Governor Fedele and OPM Secretary Genuario and ask them to reconsider the "holdbacks" to our programs. Governor Jodi Rell: 860-566-4840; governor.rell@ct.gov. Lieutenant Governor Michael Fedele: 860-524-7384; LTGovernor.Fedele@ct.gov. OPM Secretary Robert Genuario: 860-418-6268; robert.genuario@ct.gov. Carl A. Antonucci, Jr. Director of Library Services Capital Community College 950 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103-1207 860-906-5021 FAX: 860-906-5255 Got Questions? Try InfoAnytime - http://www.infoanytime.org Connecticut's 24/7 Virtual Reference Service -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Many thanks, Sue Hartley Cheshire Public Library From faloisa at biblio.org Wed Sep 30 09:53:39 2009 From: faloisa at biblio.org (Francine Aloisa) Date: Wed Sep 30 09:30:31 2009 Subject: [Conntech] free items Message-ID: Free - but must pick-up soon: 3 Hannecke magazine carousels supplied by Library Display Solutions (Karen Ribnicky) Each spinner is 81"h and has a cherry base 21"w x 21"d x 12 1/2" h. 1 Hannecke tower originally used for CD-ROMs. 78" h with 5 or 6 shelves and cherry base 21"w x 21"d x 12 1/2" h. Contact: Francine A. Aloisa Somers Public Library 51 Ninth District Road Somers, CT 06071 860-763-3501 faloisa@biblio.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We thank Thomson Reuters for agreeing to extend this access through iCONN at no additional cost to iCONN. Regards, Bill Sullivan William Sullivan, Administrator iCONN - Connecticut's re-search engine www.iconn.org Connecticut State Library www.cslib.org 786 South Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457 wsullivan@cslib.org p: 860-704-2230 or 888-256-1222 (toll-free in CT) f: 860-704-2229 From hchlibraryevents at gmail.com Wed Sep 30 12:34:00 2009 From: hchlibraryevents at gmail.com (David Boudinot) Date: Wed Sep 30 12:34:06 2009 Subject: [Conntech] CLA Meetup 10/27 in South Norwalk! Message-ID: <63bda9180909301234u6693e3f0uf97f10d77982f061@mail.gmail.com> After the first CLA Meetup was met with WILD success?the second installment of our CLA Meetup Tour has been scheduled! Join members of the *Connecticut Library Association* for an informal get-together of librarians and library workers at The Ginger Man Norwalkon *Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 6 pm*! We'll be talking library-type things over food and drink and you will have the opportunity to connect with library colleagues from around the state! Students, professionals, CLA members and non-members alike are all invited! - Learn how you can become more involved with the Connecticut Library Association - Connect with friends in the profession - Meet and network with librarians from all different disciplines and types of libraries Please register for this event at http://clameetups.pbworks.com. See you there! *CLA Meet & Greet* Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - 6 pm The Ginger Man 99 South Washington Street South Norwalk, CT Can't make it? Don't despair! We'll be offering more CLA events like this in the months ahead! Questions? Contact Jaime Hammond at jhammond@nvcc.commnet.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mylist.net/archives/conntech/attachments/20090930/0fca8db8/attachment.htm