L2: Library Learning Events - Monthly

Web-Related Networking Group (NSLS)

2010-02-01T03:30:00-06:00

Monday, February 1 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
PALS Shorewood Medium Conference Room
Join us for a discussion about content management systems. Learn from brief presentations by veterans and share your own stories, issues, and successes. Beginners welcome! Lynnette Singh of the Geneva Public Library District will give a behind the scenes tour of their website and intranet. Brian Smith of Prairie Area Library System (PALS) will discuss his use of the Node Import Module to create the Quad Cities News Index website. Mick Jacobsen of the Skokie Public Library will demonstrate the very useful Pathauto Module. And, as always, open discussion will follow the presentations.

VTEL - ILA PPC (MLS)

2010-02-01T06:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 1 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MLS Room B (Burr Ridge)
Jill Heffernan Illinois State Library Gwendolyn Brooks Building 300 South Second Street Springfield, Illinois 62701-1796 217-557-3386 PHONE 217-557-2619 FAX jheffernan@ilsos.net Robert P. Doyle Illinois Library Association 33 W. Grand Ave., Ste. 301 Chicago, IL 60654 phone: (312) 644-1896 fax: (312) 644-1899 e-mail: doyle@ila.org www.ila.org

ILA PPC Videoconference (RPLS)

2010-02-01T06:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 1 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
ILA PPC Videoconference

Cons. & CE Staff Mtg (MLS)

2010-02-01T07:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 1 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MLS Room A (Burr Ridge)

Farm Progress Show Committee Meeting (RPLS)

2010-02-01T07:30:00-06:00

Monday, February 1 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
RPLS Conference Room
Committee members: Ann Adkesson, Barclay Public, Warrensburg; Karen Bjorkman, Decatur Public; Debbie Campbell, Millikin University; Sandi Hayes, Hope Welty Public, Cerro Gordo; Shelly Koehler, Shelbyville Public; Jody Long, Barclay Public, Warrensburg; Alice Reed, Blue Mound Memorial Library; Fran Kovach, Southern Illinois University; Lori Weaver, Weldon Public; Louise Greene, RPLS; Rachel Miller, RPLS This committee will hatch ideas for our Farm Progress Show booth design, help implement those plans and to be responsible for booth operations during the show.

Young Adult Special Interest Group (YA SIG) (MLS)

2010-02-01T07:30:00-06:00

Monday, February 1 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
YA SIG is a forum for YA librarians at all levels, providing opportunities for sharing ideas, concerns, and success stories with respect to all areas of service to young adults. Contact Person: Jennifer Lowe, Tinley Park Public Library, j_lowe@tplibrary.org / (708) 532-0160 Meeting Topic: TBD

T.C. Boyle (CPLS)

2010-02-01T12:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 1 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cindy Pritzker Auditorium
T. C. Boyle Date: Mon. February 01, 2010 Time: 6:00 pm Location: Harold Washington Library Center Cindy Pritzker Auditorium 400 S. State Street 60605 About this event: T.C. Boyle, one of the most acclaimed American writers of today, will read from and sign his new collection of stories, Wild Child. The fourteen stories gathered here display both Boyle’s astonishing range and his imaginative storytelling. Nature is the dominant player in many of the stories and all are incisive and entertaining with his trademark wit and socially conscious sensibility.

LTA 1104 Essential Library Workplace Skills (RPLS)

2010-02-02T03:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 2 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Overview of the skills necessary to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, work in team settings, deal with a variety of personality types, resolve conflicts, and become an effective part of the library workforce. (3 lecture hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

Completing Paperwork for New Employees (ALS)

2010-02-02T04:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 2 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
ALS OPAL
Join Morgan Cadwalader, Alliance Library System Human Resources Administrator, as she discusses the complex issues of hiring, firing, and training of library employees. This WIMBA workshop will cover the basics of completing paperwork for new employees. More details will be added as they become available. This program has been archived and is available through the following URL: http://talkingcommunities.com/wm/archives/rs8a3fed6f8f63/Hr/

Adult Volunteer Literacy Grant Information (ISL)

2010-02-02T04:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 2 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
ISL Opal Room
The Adult Volunteer Literacy Grant Information meeting for FY2011 will be provided using OPAL technology through any computer. At this online meeting, Literacy Office staff will go over the requirements concerning the grant application. Space is limited so registration is required. If you have any questions about the content of this session, please contact the Literacy Office at 217-785-6921.

Family Literacy Grant Information (ISL)

2010-02-02T07:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 2 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
ISL Opal Room
The Family Literacy Grant Information meeting for FY2011 will be provided using OPAL technology through any computer. At this online meeting, Literacy Office staff will go over the requirements concerning the grant application. Space is limited so registration is required. If you have any questions about the content of this session, please contact the Literacy Office at 217-785-6921.

Searching in OCLC Connexion (LCLS)

2010-02-02T07:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 2 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
This class provides an introduction to Connexion, OCLC’s cataloging product. Connexion allows the user to search the WorldCat database and to create and edit bibliographic and authority records. This class focuses on searching the WorldCat database through the Connexion client. Topics covered include: -Settings and customization -Numeric and keyword searches using the Command Line -Guided searches -Results list displays -Navigation in a results list -Viewing a full record This class is designed for catalogers of any experience level. This is a basic-level interactive class, combining lecture and hands-on training.

Spring Ahead into a Library Degree! (NSLS)

2010-02-02T10:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 2 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
NSLS Auditorium
Come in from the cold and spring ahead with a library degree! NSLS will be hosting its third annual open house to learn about the "real world" of returning to school for a Master's degree in Library and Information Science. Admissions representatives from Dominican University and the University of Illinois will provide practical information about the application process, financial aid resources to explore, and an overview of each University's program. Speakers include: • Donna Dziedzic, Executive Director of Naperville Public Library and past president of the Illinois Library Association. Ms. Dziedzic will discuss how library students can plan for employment and the skill set that employers are currently looking for in job applicants • Rae-Anne Montague, Assistant Dean, Student Affairs and Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Ms. Montague will also discuss the LEEP Program • Susan Roman, Dean of Dominican University’s Graduate School of Library and Information Science and Christa Raska, Graduate Recruitment Coordinator at Dominican University Information will also be provided about GSLIS courses that are conveniently offered at University Center in Lake County Grayslake campus and support services for online students. There will also be an opportunity to network with university representatives and event attendees, and time set aside for a Q&A session. So please have your questions ready! Who should attend: Anyone interested in educational opportunities in Library & Information Science, including: • Library staff • Teachers and other school employees • Career changers • Information management and technology workers Who should I contact if I have questions? Tonia Baxter, University Center of Lake County (847)665-4014 or tbaxter@ucenter.org Rae-Anne Montague, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (217)244-0577 or rae@illinois.edu Christa Raska, Dominican University (708)524-6829 or craska@dom.edu Light refreshments will be provided.

NIU Class (PALS)

2010-02-02T10:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 2 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
PALS Rockford Videoconference Room
PALS Shorewood Videoconference Room
The class offered this fall is ETT 531 - Visual Literacy on Tuesday evenings from 4:00 to 7:00 pm January 12th through May 4th, 2010. Some classes will meet online. For questions about the ETT 531 Visual Literacy class, contact Dr. Rhonda Robinson at rrobinson@niu.edu

CCS Catalogers Technical Group (NSLS)

2010-02-03T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Auditorium
Technical Services staff from CCS libraries meet ten months a year, alternating workshops with general discussions of topics of shared interest. Non-CCS libraries are welcome to attend as non-voting guests.

Circulation Special Interest Group (DLS)

2010-02-03T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Glenside Public Library District - DLS
This meeting offers individuals who work in circulation departments the opportunity to network - ask questions, share information, and provide feedback to the group.

Weeding for a 21st Century Library (MLS)

2010-02-03T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
In this program I will look at weeding trends including length of time books are kept at a library, how to evaluate print versus online access, and provide participants with resources they can use to make effective decisions about what they keep in the library. Weeding policies will be examined. Also, a look at how public and academic libraries can use weeded materials for displays and programming opportunities will be covered. Attendees will gain an understanding of a) how to embark upon a weeding project b) what to look for when weeding materials and c) what to do with materials that have been weeded.

Interlibrary Loan Networking Group (NSLS)

2010-02-03T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Learning Center
This networking group is open to anyone who is interested in discussing issues associated with Interlibrary loan.

SILNET Cataloging Zone Meeting (SHLS)

2010-02-03T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Mascoutah Public Library Regional Training Center
Regular Meeting of SILNET Catalogers

LAMPS (NSLS)

2010-02-03T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Crystal Lake Public Library
The LAMPS group (Librarians Associated for Materials & Program Sharing)is made up primarily of librarians who discuss topics relating to adult services & programming. For more information contact Beth Nickels-Wisdom: bnickels@crystallakelibrary.org.

Workplace Skills Enhancement Grant Information (ISL)

2010-02-03T04:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
ISL Opal Room
The Workplace Skills Enhancement Grant Information meeting for FY2011 will be provided using OPAL technology through any computer. At this online meeting, Literacy Office staff will go over the requirements concerning the grant application. Space is limited so registration is required. If you have any questions about the content of this session, please contact the Literacy Office at 217-785-6921.

Directors of Large Public Libraries Meeting (ALS)

2010-02-03T04:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
ALS Valerie J. Wilford Room
Directors of the ALS' larger public libraries are invited to the Directors of Large Public Libraries Meeting. Directors planning to attend any other events at ALS offices the same day should REGISTER SEPARATELY for each event (luncheon, class, etc.)

Alliance Digital Media Library Selection Committee Meeting (ALS)

2010-02-03T08:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ALS OPAL
The Alliance Digital Media Library Selection Committee will meet to discuss monthly purchases.

Gerald Walker (CPLS)

2010-02-03T12:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 3 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
HWLC - Chicago Authors Room
Jerald Walker Date: Wed. February 03, 2010 Time: 6:00 pm Location: Harold Washington Library Center Authors Room 400 S. State Street 60605 About this event: Chicago author Jerald Walker reads from and signs his new memoir, Street Shadows: A Memoir of Race, Rebellion, and Redemption. In this moving and masterfully told story, Walker reveals his own struggles growing up in Chicago housing projects, a boy of great promise, his decent into the 'thug life' and the wakeup call that led to him finding himself again. It is an eloquent account of how the past shadows but need not determine the present.

OPAL Blitz! #1: Social Networking & Your Library (PALS)

2010-02-04T03:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
PALS OPAL
Libraries of all types are becoming more involved with social networking sites. This program will demonstrate how you can incorporate resources such as Facebook, Twitter, Shelfari and more to promote your library and library programs to users. For information, please contact Dawn DiVenti at dawnd@palsnet.info or Jane Lenser at janel@palsnet.info.

RPLS UG Governing Board Meeting (RPLS)

2010-02-04T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
RPLS Board Room
Jennifer Nelson, President Jeanne Hamilton, VP/President Elect Carolyn Sanford, Academic Lib Rep Mary Ann Pohl, Special Lib Rep Antia Walters, Public Lib Rep Ruth Shasteen, School Lib Rep Diane Yeoman, Finance Com Rep Nancy Simpson, Database Standards Com Rep Joan Rhoades, Policy Com Rep Shelley Koehler, Technology Com Rep Karen Bjorkman, DPL Nancy Huntley, Lincoln Library Springfield Past President, Lee Ann Fisher Jo McLain, RPLS Terry Moreland, RPLS Here is more information.

AVID AV Vendor Fair (NSLS)

2010-02-04T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Auditorium
Come one, come all to the first annual AVID AV Vendor Fair! Join us Thursday, February 4th from 9 am to noon for this fabulous festival of fun (or, well, at least some information you may not already have). Agenda: 9:00 – 9:30 Networking and light continental breakfast 9:30 – 10:45 Vendor presentations 10:45 – noon Q&A and up-close vendor demos We’ll have representatives from different companies talking about new and exciting developments in the audio-visual market: downloads, flash drives, vending machines, pre-processing, leasing and more! Vendors: Library Ideas (RedBox), Playaway, Midwest Tapes, Taped Editions, Recorded Books, NetLibrary, Landmark, and eVanced Please register so we’ll know how many to expect. See you there!

Librarians' Advisory Council (LCLS)

2010-02-04T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
LCLS Howe Board Room
The Librarians Advisory Council meets bimonthly to advise the System Director, discuss issues impacting the membership, recommend System policy and assist the System's short- and long-range planning.

Adult Services Programmers Special Interest Group (DLS)

2010-02-04T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Batavia Public Library District - DLS
A discussion group for those library staff members responsible for programming for adults. As always there will be time to share information about programs at your library--what worked and what didn't.

RASSL (MLS)

2010-02-04T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Tinley Park PL
MEETING DATES: 2009 - 2010

October 1, 2009: Flossmoor PL
December 10: Dolton PL
February 4, 2010: Tinley Park PL
April 1: location, tbd
June 10: location, tbd

CONTACT: Gretel Stock-Kupperman Consulting & CE Director Metropolitan Library System stockG@mls.lib.il.us

Technical Services Roundtable: Cataloging (DLS)

2010-02-04T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
DLS DuPage River Room
Roundtable discussion on any cataloging issue of interest.

Introduction to Government Documents (DLS)

2010-02-04T04:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Poplar Creek Public Library District - DLS
DLS OPAL Web Conference
Scott Casper, Government Documents Librarian at Poplar Creek Public Library (a Federal Depository Library), will present an introduction to federal, state, and local government documents. This multimedia presentation will familiarize you with government document sources, publications, and issues. There will be time for questions and answers.

OPAL Blitz! #2: What is your problem? The marketing doctor is in! (PALS)

2010-02-04T04:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
PALS OPAL
Members of the PALS Marketing Power Team (PMPT) will lead this session to share practical tips/solutions for marketing challenges at your library. Participants are asked to send questions ahead of time to Judy at PALS, judyh@palsnet.info. Even if you don’t have a problem to share, you’ll learn some innovative approaches other member libraries have used to deal with marketing issues. For additional information, please contact Dawn DiVenti at dawnd@palsnet.info or Jane Lenser at janel@palsnet.info.

Zone 2 Meeting (MLS)

2010-02-04T04:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Cicero PL

Digital Downloads in Your Library (Repeat Session) (RPLS)

2010-02-04T07:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
RPLS Training Room
Question and answer session for libraries interested in downloadable digital content in their libraries. Presentation of various consortium models, project details, and explanations of issues libraries will face in offering access to downloadable digital books, movies, CDs to patrons. Collaborative collection development, resource sharing and technology will be discussed in detail.

OPAL Blitz! #3: Every Book, Its Reader: Readers Advisory Tools (PALS)

2010-02-04T07:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
PALS OPAL
According to Shiyali Ramamrita (SR) Ranganathan in his classic The Five Laws of Library Science (Bombay: Asia Pub. House, 1963), every book has its reader. Join us for a lively presentation of new and interesting titles for adults and young adults and some RA tools that you may find helpful. For information, please contact Dawn DiVenti at dawnd@palsnet.info or Jane Lenser at janel@palsnet.info.

Fundraising Opportunity: Offering Passports in the Library (ALS)

2010-02-04T07:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
ALS OPAL
In 2009, the Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library in Presque Isle, Maine raised over $15,000 by offering passports to their town. Passports are a popular and needed service in any community. Director Sonja Plummer Morgan will tell you how to set up a similar service in your library. This program has been archived and is now available through the following URL: http://talkingcommunities.com/wm/archives/rs8a3fed6f8f63/Passport/

OPAL Blitz! #4: Let your Light Shine! Advocacy for School Libraries (PALS)

2010-02-04T08:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
PALS OPAL
Let Your Light Shine! Does the word "advocacy" scare you? It shouldn't. Every time you discuss your library media program (in print, online, or in person), you ARE advocating. These days it is more important than ever to get the message out about the value of your school library media program. Join ISLMA Legislative Advocate Lou Ann Jacobs for an online OPAL presentation on some basics of advocacy planning and presenting to your various audiences. There will be plenty of opportunity for attendees to join in the discussion and share their experiences and suggestions. Here's the link for getting started with OPAL (http://www.palsnet.info/education-jobs/pals-classes-workshops/online-events/opal-getting-started/?searchterm=opal). For more information, please contact Norma Applegate at normaa@palsnet.info or 877-542-7257, ext.2705 or Jane Lenser at janel@palsnet.info or 877-542-7257, ext.4461.

NIU Class (PALS)

2010-02-04T10:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 4 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
PALS Rockford Videoconference Room
PALS Coal Valley VideoConference Room
PALS Shorewood Videoconference Room
The class offered this fall is ETT 504 - Cataloging and Classification of Library Materials on Thursday evenings from 4:00 to 7:00 pm January 21st through May 6th, 2010.

LTA 2600 Library Practicum (RPLS)

2010-02-05T03:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Capstone course integrating the application of all course work in the Library Technology program. Required seminars provide a forum for discussing issues related to working in the library field, guidance in searching for jobs, and instruction about how to create a professional portfolio. Prerequisites: Library and Information Technology 1102, 1103, 1104, 1820, 2100, 2200 and 2300 with a grade of “C” or better, or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 4 lab hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

LTA 2300 Multimedia Services and Equipment in Today’s Library (RPLS)

2010-02-05T03:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Basic operation, evaluation, selection and uses of media, hardware and software. Emphasis on hands-on experience and creation of a media portfolio. Prerequisite: Library and Information Technology 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

LACONI: TSS (MLS)

2010-02-05T03:15:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 9:15 AM - 3:00 PM
Tinley Park PL
Sponsored by: LACONI: TSS Division 9:15 - Refreshments & Registration 9:30 – 1:00 Performance Management: Evaluating Performance and Counseling for Improvement Speaker: Candace Fisher, SPHR 1:00 – 2:00 Lunch 2:00 – 3:00 Panel discussion: Share evaluation process at individual libraries FEE: $15.00 includes lunch Event LOCATION: Tinley Park Public Library 7851 Timber Drive Tinley Park, IL 60477 (708) 532-0160

IL Consortia Managers Meeting (MLS)

2010-02-05T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
MLS Room B (Burr Ridge)
Illinois consortia managers meeting

DLS Outreach Roundtable (DLS)

2010-02-05T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Wood Dale Public Library District - DLS
The Outreach Roundtable is the newest special interest group in DLS. At this meeting, attendees will be discussing outreach services to the community. In addition, there will be an opportunity to discuss other issues, programs, and services with colleagues in the same or similar roles at other libraries.

Serving the Homeless: The Broad Picture and Local Resources (MLS)

2010-02-05T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
light refreshments 9:30AM - 12:30PM: Leslie & Glen Holt Libraries have a need to respond to the increasing number of homeless and marginally housed people in the community. Limitations such as illiteracy, illness, social isolation, hunger and discrimination that affect the homeless hamper the effectiveness of traditional library services. This program offers practical examples of how libraries can deliver relevant services to the homeless with a minimum of disruption to other library users. Learning Objectives:

Understand the demographics, social realities and characteristics of the homeless.

Be able to find the homeless and homeless services in their service area.

Develop an effective and legal service strategy for the homeless, including a plan to evaluate how well their library serves the homeless.

Be able to communicate to the homeless about library services. ************************************************************************************************** light refreshments 1:00 - 2:30PM: In the afternoon, after a :30 minute break, a panel of representatives from local social services and libraries will discuss what is available locally to help libraries serve homeless patrons and what some libraries have done or are doing now. Following the panel participants will have an opportunity to discuss how their library is working with the homeless and ask questions. Target Audience: Library administrators, trustees, front line librarians (children and adult librarians)

Public Relations / Marketing Networking Group (NSLS)

2010-02-05T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Mount Prospect Public Library
Networking to 9:45, then we'll get down to business. And what will the business be? Whatever is on your mind. Please forward your agenda items to Judy Hoffman (jhoffman@nsls.info).

Small Pubs Meeting (RPLS)

2010-02-05T04:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Marrowbone Public Library District Bethany, IL
Small Pubs will meet on February 5th from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Marrowbone Public Library District, Bethany. Our hostess will be Sally Ascenzo. Schedule 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. meet and greet 10: 00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. meeting If you would like to ride in an RPLS van, please contact Angela at angelat@rpls.ws to put in for a van seat. The van(s) will be leaving at 8:45 a.m. Join us!

Collection Development Series - Session 5 (LTLS)

2010-02-05T05:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 5 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
LTLS iLinc Room
Join local experts in the field of collection development for a brown bag lunch at your desk! LTLS will be offering an online collection development series during the months of January and February. Each Friday from 11:30 a.m. _ 12:15 p.m. we will feature a different genre. The speaker will discuss best resources and helpful suggestions on selecting works for the featured genre.

First Saturday Trustee Program - Exploring the Board and Director relationship (MLS)

2010-02-06T03:30:00-06:00

Saturday, February 6 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
The most important relationship impacting a public library’s service is that between the board and director. Current library trustees and directors discuss the issues, problems and roles of each side. They will explore and help define what are the responsibilites of each role. Then answer questions about the different role each play in the management of a library. PRESENTERS: Alice Calabrese, MLS Executive Director Milfred Moore, President & Kathy Berggren, Director, Matteson PL Becky Spratford, President & Jeannie Dilger-Hill, Director LaGrangePL

RPLS LLSAP Technology Committee (RPLS)

2010-02-08T03:30:00-06:00

Monday, February 8 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
RPLS Board Room
Shelley Koehler - Shelbyville PL (chair), Pat Burg - Il. State Museum , Tim Childers and Julie Wulner - Lincoln Library, Eileen Curry - Windsor PLD, Jo McLain - RPLS, Matt Wilkerson - Decatur PL, Linda Reed - Tri-City Jr/Sr High School #1, Jean Campbell - Forsyth Public Library, Joan Rhoades - Vespasian Warner PLD Clinton, Libby Letterly - Williamsville Schools, Sally Ascenzo and Lisa Spracklen - Marrowbone Public Library, Jeanne May - Helen Matthes Library Effingham, Cinda Held - Stewardson-Strasburg High School, Vicky Ludwig - Neoga Schools, Maria Dent - Mt. Zion Public, Amy Ihnen - Chatham PLD, Terry Moreland - RPLS. Here is more information.

MLS & LIMRiCC Board Mtgs. (MLS)

2010-02-08T09:30:00-06:00

Monday, February 8 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)

GateNet Cataloger's Meeting (LCLS)

2010-02-09T03:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LCLS Large Meeting Room
A monthly meeting open to cataloging staff of any skill level from all GateNet libraries. Enjoy the camaraderie and networking opportunities with other LCLS catalogers. Speak "catalog-ese" and actually be understood! Catalogers discuss problems and policies, share ideas, and learn about changes to cataloging rules and practices.

LTA 1104 Essential Library Workplace Skills (RPLS)

2010-02-09T03:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Overview of the skills necessary to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, work in team settings, deal with a variety of personality types, resolve conflicts, and become an effective part of the library workforce. (3 lecture hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

Marketing Roundtable (DLS)

2010-02-09T03:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Bensenville Community Public Library District - DLS
Informal roundtable geared to all types of library staff with an interest in promoting their libraries. Participants share ideas regarding successful strategies, buzz marketing ideas, as well as useful tips and tricks to communicating your library's Return on Investment (ROI) to your community, your stakeholders, and others. Bring samples of your best marketing projects to share and questions for the other meeting participants. In addition, we will take a guided tour of the Bensenville Community Public Library District and view the sculptures currently on display. Attendance at DuPage Library System events constitutes consent to be photographed for DLS purposes, including, but not limited to, such purposes as publications, advertising, and promotional materials. If you do not wish to be photographed for these purposes, please notify staff before the event begins.

Zones 8 & 9: Supervisors Series South (MLS)

2010-02-09T03:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Glenwood-Lynwood PL
Target Audience: Department Heads Middle Managers New Directors In cooperation with the Metropolitan Library System, Zones 8 & 9 are offering management training at a convenient south suburban location. * * COST:$15 a session per person for Zones 8 & 9 or $20 for others.

RLA - Video Editing Basics – using Microsoft’s Windows Movie Maker – Putting the You in YouTube Part 2 (NSLS)

2010-02-09T03:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Learning Center
During this hands-on session, you will learn how to upload video clips to a computer; cut out undesired footage; make smooth and interesting transitions between clips; insert other graphics like logos and photos; add an audio soundtrack; add titles and credits. With these basics, you will be able to use most of the currently popular video editing software applications. If you’d like, bring your digital videocamera/camera, with 4-5 minutes of footage you’ve taped, to use during the class. You may also bring a partner, but only one person will have access to a computer. Space is limited to 12. Partners do not need to sign up. Presented by Karen McBride, Web Services Librarian at the Des Plaines Public Library.

ADML: Overdrive Community Outreach: Introduce New Patrons to Download Media (ALS)

2010-02-09T04:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
ONLINE - See event for more info.
***For Alliance Digital Media Library Participating Libraries Only*** Community Outreach: Introduce New Patrons to Download Media Learn creative techniques for introducing new patrons to your OverDrive download library. We'll showcase promotional ideas from high circulating libraries, plus you'll have a chance to share your own examples. Who should attend: Project Coordinators; Community Outreach and Marketing Staff. Please SAVE this information. It includes complete instructions for testing your computer (at least one day before the training) and access information for the day of the conference. The training will be conducted using ReadyTalk, which uses online web sharing and telephone conferencing. ***You must complete all steps (on the computer on which you plan on attending) below in order to attend the training. On the day of training, you will watch the training on the computer and listen to the training via a telephone or Skype.*** AT LEAST ONE DAY PRIOR TO CONFERENCE STEP 1: Conference testing and setup 1. Java install: Java is required for this conference. Please confirm you have the latest version of Java installed on the computer(s) you plan to use: http://www.java.com/en/download/index.jsp 2. Test Connection: Please test your connection prior to the conference here: http://www.readytalk.com Locate the 'Join a Meeting' box, and click 'Test your Computer'. A dialogue box will be displayed. If your computer is setup properly for the conference, you’ll see two green dots. If not, two red dots will be displayed with instructions for the Java install. 3. Screen resolution: The conference is best viewed using a screen resolution of 1024x768. 4. Internet connection: OverDrive recommends using a hard line Internet connection rather than a wireless connection. 5. Audio connection: A) A speaker phone is recommended for the audio conference. B) If your location wishes to attend but cannot dial in due to limited phone lines, please consider using Skype to listen to the audio over the internet. (Visit the Phone Connection Alternatives Discission Thread on the ADML Google Group for more info.) C) ReadyTalk allows up to 96 locations to call in to each training. 6. Location: For the benefit of others on the call, please choose a quiet location for your training. DAY OF CONFERENCE STEP 2: Web Conference Login 1. Login to the conference 10-15 minutes before the training is due to start. 2. Open Internet Explorer and go to: http://www.readytalk.com 3. Locate the 'Join a Meeting' box. Enter your access code - 5736006. 4. Next, Ready Talk will display the 'Participant Registration' screen. Please enter your information as prompted, and our staff will send follow-up information after the call. STEP 3: Audio Conference Login (required for audio) 1. Dial 1.866.740.1260 from your touch-tone phone or via Skype. 2. When prompted by the audio conference, enter your ReadyTalk access code - 5736006.

Trendy Topics: Social Networking for Libraries (ALS)

2010-02-09T04:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ONLINE - See event for more info.
Social software has changed the way we all work and play online, leading us into an age of participation. It is also opening up new opportunities for reaching out to patrons, providing library services and transforming our websites from static sources of information to vibrant and interactive virtual branches. Farkas, author of the book Social Software in Libraries, will explore the world of social software and how libraries can capitalize on these tools to improve communication between the library and its patrons, build online communities, and collaborate professionally. Practical tips on implementing social software will be offered, illustrated by libraries that are using the technologies in innovative ways.

WJ: Technology Essentials 2010: WebJunction Online Conference (ISL)

2010-02-09T04:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
WJ Webex Room
WebJunction is hosting a free two-day online conference, and you are invited to attend. The theme for this inaugural event is Technology Essentials, with a focus on practical and timely strategies for leveraging technology to help you in a wide range of library services and operations, including: * Staff training * Marketing * Outreach, funding, advocacy * Services and programming * Technology planning * Virtual libraries * Your library's web presence

Write a Technology Plan with Tech Tuesdays (RPLS)

2010-02-09T05:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS OPAL Room
Do you need to write a technology plan for the library? Do you have a technology plan that needs to be updated? If you answered either of these questions with a yes, then Tech Tuesdays is for you. Jan. 26, Feb. 9 and Feb. 23 are the designated Tech Tuesdays. We shall use TechAtlas at each hour-long session to cover the components you need in a technology plan. Between sessions you will have assignment to complete. At the end of the three sessions you will have a completed technology plan ready for Board approval. Prerequisite: Completed TechAtlas Inventory.

GateNet Cataloger's Problem-Solving Session (LCLS)

2010-02-09T05:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
An interactive session for catalogers of all skill levels from any GateNet library to bring cataloging problems or questions. Meets immediately after the monthly cataloger's meeting.

Helping Others Cope with the Challenges of Job Loss Amid Economic Crisis (NSLS)

2010-02-09T07:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
NSLS Auditorium
Each day in America shell-shocked patrons walk into public libraries asking for help in dealing with both the job search process and/or the destructive effects of the current economic climate. So what can library staff do to help these patrons, especially if they themselves are challenged with similar fears? The more that library staffers understand the psychology behind distressed emotions and learn about the tools used to manage this distress, the more effective they will be for their patrons, while at the same time supporting their own emotional health. Instructor Diane Shelton, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a career consultant, will draw from her extensive experience in the library, corporate, non-profit, medical, and entrepreneurial worlds to create an outstanding learning experience for attendees. At the end of this session, participants will: • Know how to best help those who are in a fragile emotional state • Be able to define the types of listening skills, including empathic/reflective listening, needed to help those who are under duress • Have an understanding of when it is okay to “stop helping” • Know when one’s own issues have been triggered (especially in light of today’s economic uncertainty) • Be able to inspire hope and increase motivation in those who are in the job search process • Know how to assess a situation and maintain safety when dealing with patrons

NIU Class (PALS)

2010-02-09T10:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 9 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
PALS Rockford Videoconference Room
PALS Shorewood Videoconference Room
The class offered this fall is ETT 531 - Visual Literacy on Tuesday evenings from 4:00 to 7:00 pm January 12th through May 4th, 2010. Some classes will meet online. For questions about the ETT 531 Visual Literacy class, contact Dr. Rhonda Robinson at rrobinson@niu.edu

A Snapshot of a Day in the Life of Your Library (DLS)

2010-02-09T18:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10
N/A
Join Illinois libraries and participate in "Snapshot of a Day" by collecting Statistics, comments, and photographs from the day to provide indisputable proof that libraries consistently provide invaluable services to our community. Illinois libraries are being requested to collect statistics in eight areas: Customer Visits/Door Count Internet/Public Computer Number of Reference Questions Children Participating in Programs Adults Participating in Programs Circulation Total for the Day Date Base Usage Web Page Hits Eventually, libraries are being requested to record these statistics using Survey Monkey.

Fox Valley Health Science Library Consortium Meeting (DLS)

2010-02-10T03:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Marianjoy Rehab Hospital Conference Room
The Fox Valley Health Science Library Consortium is a local branch of the Health Science Librarians of Illinois (HSLI). This group meets quarterly to connect, share, and network with other information professionals who focus on the area of health and medical science. The group will be discussing Docline during this meeting.

Public Library Administrators (PLA) Forum (NSLS)

2010-02-10T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Auditorium
The PLA Forum is only open to NSLS public library directors and administrators. Agenda available on Public Library Directors CoP.

Google Apps Training for Administrators (LCLS)

2010-02-10T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
This training session is for people that will be administering your library's Google Apps account. The training session will focus on Google Apps account administration tasks, such as new user creation, mail administration, calendar setup, and best practices.

World Languages Networking Group (NSLS)

2010-02-10T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Learning Center
The World Language Networking Group is a forum for discussion, support, sharing and cooperation among library staff engaged in the development and marketing of world language collections and services. Agenda's are available from the World Language CoP e-mail list.

Privacy & Confidentiality for Libraries (PALS)

2010-02-10T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
PALS OPAL
Attorney Phil Lenzini will address issues of Privacy & Confidentiality as they relate to libraries. Included topics are the Library Confidentiality Act, Freedom of Information Act, and the Local Records Act. He will discuss library policies related to privacy & confidentiality. Members with specific questions about privacy & confidentiality can send them to nancys@palsnet.info prior to the presentation. Participants can also ask questions during the sesssion.

WJ: Technology Essentials 2010: WebJunction Online Conference (ISL)

2010-02-10T04:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
WJ Webex Room
WebJunction is hosting a free two-day online conference, and you are invited to attend. The theme for this inaugural event is Technology Essentials, with a focus on practical and timely strategies for leveraging technology to help you in a wide range of library services and operations, including: * Staff training * Marketing * Outreach, funding, advocacy * Services and programming * Technology planning * Virtual libraries * Your library's web presence

Google Apps Training for Users (LCLS)

2010-02-10T05:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
This training session is for users of Google Apps. The session will focus on using the Gmail function to its full capability, as well as tips on a smooth transition from lcls.org e-mail.

Zone 6 Meeting (MLS)

2010-02-10T05:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Blueberry Fields Restaurant

Google Apps Training for Users (LCLS)

2010-02-10T07:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
This training session is for users of Google Apps. The session will focus on using the Gmail function to its full capability, as well as tips on a smooth transition from lcls.org e-mail.

Cataloging with Connexion Browser (ISL)

2010-02-10T07:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ISL Opal Room
This session provides a demonstration of the browser interface to OCLC Connexion. Participants will learn how to navigate within the cataloging service, search for WorldCat records, edit, save, and take final actions on those records. The process of creating original records, including extracting metadata from an electronic resource, will be demonstrated.

Renegade Reference Meeting (ALS)

2010-02-10T08:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
ALS Travis Tyer Training Center
Renegade Reference is a networking group of adult services, public services, and reference librarians serving in libraries of all types in the Peoria, Galesburg, Kewanee, and Bloomington-Normal areas. The group usually meets quarterly at various locations to discuss issues relevant to public service librarians. Founded by Alpha Park Public Library staff members Julie Niemeier and Jason Zimmerman, the group first met on January 16, 2003, and consisted of 15 people. Despite several name revisions (Public Services Forum, Reference and Public Services Interest Group), the purpose of the group and many of the member libraries remain the same. The group communicates at http://groups.google.com/group/renegade-reference. All librarians interested in discussing adult public service issues are welcome.

CASLN (NSLS)

2010-02-10T10:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 10 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Edgewood Middle School
CASLN is a group of suburban Chicago elementary and middle school librarians. They meet monthly during the school year to exchange ideas and best practices. This month Edgewood librarian Carolyn Lorence will lead us through the steps of podcasting with your students and show us some of the podcasts created by her own middle schoolers. Delight your students with this tech-centric way of advertising great books! Questions? Contact Shelley Riskin CASLN Chair; sriskin@glenview34.org; 847-657-2749

Barcode Level Testing (PALS)

2010-02-11T03:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
PALS Coal Valley Training Room
PALS Rockford Videoconference Room
PALS Shorewood Computer Lab
This is an open house forum. Come anytime between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. Please allow a couple of hours to complete the test. The Statewide Cataloging Standards Committee (SCSC) was formed in 2000 and was charged with the responsibility of creating a cataloging standards http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/library/whats_new/pdfs/catalog_standards.pdf document that would form the basis of improving the quality of cataloging in the consortial catalogs in Illinois. In support of these standards the SCSC has created the first level of testing, a barcoder certification test, which will help to identify the training needs of barcoders. To help prepare PrairieCat barcoders and catalogers for the Barcode Certification Test, a sample test is available at http://www.palsnet.info/member-services/cataloging/barcode-sample-test The Barcoder Certification Test has two parts, both of which must be passed at the same sitting of the Test. The first part is made up of matching, multiple choice and short answer questions on general terminology, http://www.palsnet.info/services/ts/palsgroup/docs/Acryonymsterms.pdf, basic MARC http://www.loc.gov/marc/umb/ and searching. Passing the first part requires getting 14 of the 28 possible points. The second part is made of eight hands-on exercises where the barcoder is asked to follow PALS cataloging policies and procedures in attaching a call number and copy/item record to the proper record, if applicable and reporting any problems with a bibliographic record, or referring items to a copy or original cataloger. This portion of the Evaluation requires getting 50 of the 72 possible points. The Barcode Certification Test will be given regularly (monthly) at the PALS Service Centers. Check the PALS L2 calendar for the next scheduled Barcode Testing day at http://www.librarylearning.info. Upon successful completion of the Test, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for the Barcode Level Test. Additional resources to use in preparing: Cataloging Acronyms & Terminology - • Review Sheet http://www.palsnet.info/services/ts/palsgroup/docs/Acryonymsterms.pdf (pdf) • LibraryU Course http://learning.libraryu.org/home/ CAT001 - Cataloging for Non-Catalogers CAT002 - MARC in Your Library: An Introduction to MARC21 CAT003 - MARC in Your Library: MARC21 Records CAT004 - MARC in Your Library: MARC Code You Should Know Basic MARC - • Understanding MARC Bibliographic: http://www.loc.gov/marc/umb/ Machine-Readable Cataloging If you have any questions about the Statewide Cataloging Standards of the Certification tests, please contact Merideth Willett 877-542-7257 x3257 or at meridethw@palsnet.info OR John Slanicky x2716 or at johns@palsnet.info.

Business Information Group (BIG) (NSLS)

2010-02-11T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Learning Center
Quarterly meeting of the Business Interest Group of Librarians. Questions, contact Barb Vlk (bvlk@ahml.info) or Colleen Ringel (cringel@webrary.org).

Web Site Design BASICS: Part I (MLS)

2010-02-11T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
MLS Training Lab (Burr Ridge)
Basic Website Design: In this 2-part hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of HTML, which is the underlying structure of a website. The opening session will introduce basic HTML tags and how they display in a web browser. Participants are encouraged to bring some simple ideas and images on a flash drive, which we will use to create simple web pages. The second session will build on the first session and will introduce the concept of style sheets and their function in overall web design. At the end of the two sessions, the participants will . . .

Understand the basic structure of a web page by being able to view the source code and make sense of it
Be able to create a simple web page, including hotlinks and images
Understand the concept of a stylesheet and how that effects a web page design
Be able to look at a library website and see how it is structured

Session #1: Basic HTML, including adding hotlinks and images. We will also discuss the concept of a web host: how does the website “go live” on the Web? Feb. 18, Session #2: More HTML, and adding style sheets to web pages. This session will also include a brief tour of some well designed library websites; we will spend a little time looking at how those websites are structured. register at: www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=7499

Long Distance Librarians Meeting (ALS)

2010-02-11T04:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Barry Public Library
The Long Distance Librarians will meet on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 10 am at the Barry Public Library. *Please contact Sharon Zuiderveld at Jacksonville Public Library for more information. 217-243-5435 japl@csj.net

How Green Is My Library: A Conversation with the Co-Authors Ned Himmel and Sam McBane Mulford (OPAL) (RPLS)

2010-02-11T07:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Opal Auditorium
How green is your library, anyway? While there is a broad spectrum of ecological sophistication within libraries nationwide and some regions are at the forefront of sustainable design and operations, others are just beginning or have yet to integrate materials recycling into their daily practice. Ned Himmel and Sam McBane Mulford are the authors of the recent book, How Green is My Library?, published by Libraries Unlimited. Join us for an informal discussion with the authors about their book and the ideas, information, and recommendations it contains. Host: TAP Information Services This is a free online event, no registration or payment is required simply logon to the OPAL room at the day and time of the event. Location: OPAL Auditorium

I-SAIL / Announcing! Standards for the 21st Century Learner (MLS)

2010-02-11T07:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
Join Angie Green, Alliance Library System and Christy Semande, Canton High Schoo as they present the new document created to assist K-12 school librarians in designing their own library skills curriculum. Attendees will tour the document and wiki, review the library benchmarks, objectives and library standards, and start to put together lesson plans to teach information literacy skills to your students. TARGET AUDIENCE: School Library Staff

Shorewood Area Readers' Advisory Group (PALS)

2010-02-11T08:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Fossil Ridge Public Library District
Informal discussion of readers' advisory and related issues. Theme of books to share: Guilty pleasures!

NIU Class (PALS)

2010-02-11T10:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
PALS Rockford Videoconference Room
PALS Coal Valley VideoConference Room
PALS Shorewood Videoconference Room
The class offered this fall is ETT 504 - Cataloging and Classification of Library Materials on Thursday evenings from 4:00 to 7:00 pm January 21st through May 6th, 2010.

Sangamon Menard School Librarians Network (RPLS)

2010-02-11T10:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Southeast High School
The Sangamon Menard School Librarians Network (SMSLN) gathers once a month to share wisdom and ideas, each time meeting in one of the school libraries. Sangamon Menard School Librarians Network (SMSLN) will meet on Thursday, February 11th at 4:00 p.m. at Southeast High School, Springfield, hosted by Susan Pennington. This group is a chance for school librarians in Sangamon and Menard Counties to get to know each other and share ideas.

Wells Tower Presented by Writers on the Record with Victoria Lautman (CPLS)

2010-02-11T12:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 11 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cindy Pritzker Auditorium
Writers on the Record with Victoria Lautman presents Wells Tower Date: Thu. February 11, 2010 Time: 6:00 pm Location: Harold Washington Library Center Cindy Pritzker Auditorium 400 S. State Street 60605 Program: Writers on the Record with Victoria Lautman About this event: Best selling author Wells Tower joins host Victoria Lautman for a discussion of his writing and his book Ravaged, Everything Burned. When Tower published his first story collection last year, the response was frenzied: Everything Ravaged, Everything Burned sold out within weeks, garnering intense praise and a vast fan-base. Tower's characters experience humiliation, anger, and loneliness, but told with astounding wit and tenderness. Writers on the Record with Victoria Lautman is a partnership with the Chicago Public Library and 98.7WFMT Radio. The interview will be broadcast on Sunday, February 14th, at noon.

Lincoln's Birthday (LCLS)

2010-02-11T18:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 12
HOLIDAY
Lewis & Clark Library System will be closed today.

LTA 2300 Multimedia Services and Equipment in Today’s Library (RPLS)

2010-02-12T03:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 12 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Basic operation, evaluation, selection and uses of media, hardware and software. Emphasis on hands-on experience and creation of a media portfolio. Prerequisite: Library and Information Technology 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

DLS Public Library Assistant Directors Roundtable (DLS)

2010-02-12T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 12 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Poplar Creek Public Library District - DLS
Public Library Assistant Directors are encouraged to network with their peers--ask questions, share information, and provide feedback to the group. Discussion topics are determined by attendees.

Prairie State Story League Meeting: Your Favorite Theme (DLS)

2010-02-12T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 12 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Schaumburg Township District Library - NSLS
The purpose of this meeting is to share storytime and program ideas with colleagues, based on a monthly topic. Monthly topics are intentionally broad to encourage a variety of ideas. Please bring 20 copies of any handouts you wish to share. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. with refreshments and sharing begins at 10:00 a.m. Host: Yolanda Robertson

Team Building & Group Dynamics (MLS)

2010-02-12T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 12 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
Using case studies to initiate discussion, participants will learn techniques to help create and maintain a team environment in the workplace. Participants will discuss methods on how to build trust, establish accountability/responsibility, problem solving, and improve communication. Target Audience: Publics - Department Heads - Supervisors

Collection Development Series - Session 6 (LTLS)

2010-02-12T05:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 12 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
LTLS iLinc Room
Join local experts in the field of collection development for a brown bag lunch at your desk! LTLS will be offering an online collection development series during the months of January and February. Each Friday from 11:30 a.m. _ 12:15 p.m. we will feature a different genre. The speaker will discuss best resources and helpful suggestions on selecting works for the featured genre.

President's Day (RPLS closed) (RPLS)

2010-02-14T18:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 15
N/A
President's Day Monday February 15

ALS CLosed (ALS)

2010-02-14T18:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 15
ALS East Peoria (whole facility)
ALS will be closed in observance of President's Day.

President's Day (LCLS)

2010-02-14T18:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 15
HOLIDAY
Lewis & Clark Library System will be closed today.

2010 NSLS Legislative Breakfast (NSLS)

2010-02-15T02:30:00-06:00

Monday, February 15 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Arboretum Club
Has there ever been a more important time for a face-to-face gathering with our legislators? Take the opportunity to deliver your message in person at the NSLS Legislative Breakfast. After you register, be sure to reach out and encourage your legislators to celebrate Presidents' Day with their local library staff and trustees. In the event of extreme weather conditions on February 15, NSLS will place an announcement at the start of our phone greeting if the Legislative Breakfast needs to be cancelled. A message will only be posted if there is a cancellation, and it would be in place by 6:30 a.m. the number to call is 847-459-1300.

MLS Annual Library Legislators Breakfast (MLS)

2010-02-15T03:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 15 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
Help tell our local legislators the Library "story". MLS is seeking stories on how your library and your community have been impacted by the system. These stories will be shared with legislators at the breakfast. If you have a story contact the MLS Consultants at consultants@mls.lib.il.us.

Cons. & CE Staff Mtg (MLS)

2010-02-15T07:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 15 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
MLS Room B (Burr Ridge)

LTA 1104 Essential Library Workplace Skills (RPLS)

2010-02-16T03:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Overview of the skills necessary to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, work in team settings, deal with a variety of personality types, resolve conflicts, and become an effective part of the library workforce. (3 lecture hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

Acquisitions/Technical Services Networking Group (NSLS)

2010-02-16T03:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Auditorium
This group meets to talk about issues relating to ordering and processing books as well as other acquisitions issues. If you have any questions or would like to suggest agenda items please contact Carol Imburgia at (847)729-7500 ext. 114 or cimburgia@glenviewpl.org

PALS YALE meeting (PALS)

2010-02-16T03:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street
Join public librarians who serve teens in discussing program ideas, new recommended materials, and other current issues. For further information, please contact Jane Lenser-- janel@palsnet.info or Norma Applegate-- normaa@palsnet.info.

Technology Roundtable: Managing Your Library's Social Networking (DLS)

2010-02-16T03:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
DLS Fox River Room
Roundtable discussion on managing your library's participation in social networking. Who administers your library's Facebook page, Twitter account, etc.? How is content posted? What applications are you using to help repurpose content and manage accounts? We'll explore these questions and more. Come share your experience and learn from others.

Google Apps Training for Administrators (LCLS)

2010-02-16T03:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Carlinville Public Library
This training session is for people that will be administering your library's Google Apps account. The training session will focus on Google Apps account administration tasks, such as new user creation, mail administration, calendar setup, and best practices.

Google Apps Training for Users (LCLS)

2010-02-16T05:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Carlinville Public Library
This training session is for users of Google Apps. The session will focus on using the Gmail function to its full capability, as well as tips on a smooth transition from lcls.org e-mail.

PALS CLOUT meeting (PALS)

2010-02-16T05:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street
Join public librarians who serve youth as they discuss library programming, recommended new materials for children, and other current topics. Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch. For more information, please contact Jane Lenser-- janel@palsnet.info or Norma Applegate-- normaa@palsnet.info.

Copyright for Special Libraries (MLS)

2010-02-16T07:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Chicago)
This workshop brings together two corporate librarians eager to share their experiences with copyright in a Special Library. Nancy Maloney, Electronic Resources Librarian for BP North America will provide an overview of the legal history of copyright, share how in her development of client relationships she educates them on copyright, and walk through the creation of a copyright policy with participants. Adam Bennington, Librarian for State Farm Insurance Companies will discuss the importance of copyright, his internal relationships and how he assists with the management of copyright for his organization; explain the differences of copyright in specials vs. academia & public libraries, and cover any gray areas in content ownership, as well as keeping compliant on licenses and other resources to aid your organization in staying current.

RPLS Board Meeting (RPLS)

2010-02-16T07:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
RPLS Board Room
RPLS Board meeting information Map

Google Apps Training for Users (LCLS)

2010-02-16T07:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Carlinville Public Library
This training session is for users of Google Apps. The session will focus on using the Gmail function to its full capability, as well as tips on a smooth transition from lcls.org e-mail.

FiLBeRt Roundtable Discussion: The Future of Libraries, Books, and Reading (OPAL) (RPLS)

2010-02-16T07:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Opal Auditorium
The shared futures of libraries, books, and reading seem very hazy at present. Join us for a monthly, lively, informal discussion of new developments, challenges, and opportunities. It'll be a roundtable, so everyone is welcome to chime in. If it's a FiLBeRt discussion, it's going to be nutty! Host: Tap Information Services Location: OPAL Auditorium

LCLS Board of Directors Meeting (LCLS)

2010-02-16T12:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 16 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
LCLS Howe Board Room
The Lewis & Clark Library System's Board of Directors meets 10 times each year, every month but August and December.

CERTIFICATION - Web-based Convenience Class (MLS)

2010-02-17T02:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 8:00 AM - 11:45 PM
Web Based Class
Note: Certification Prep courses are $101. You can view a listing of the 172 MLS Web-based Convenience Classes, a description of the classes, cost of classes, and register at www.ed2go.com/sls to view a list of ALL MLS web-based convenience courses at once. STEP 2: In order to finalize your registration, you must go through the REQUIRED ONLINE ORIENTATION before you will have access to the course. REQUIRED ORIENTATION Using your Web browser, go to www.ed2go.com/sls and click on the word "Orientation". Scroll down the page. You will be asked to enter your name, e-mail address, and some other information. You will also be asked to create a password, which you should not forget. Finally, you will need to select the start date and title of your course. Please continue through the entire process until you see the following words: "Welcome and thank you! You may now click here to meet your instructor and learn more about your course." Check or money order, mail to: Yvonne Riley MLS 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 CANCELLATION POLICY: NON-MEMBERS will receive a credit toward another online course if they choose to cancel. Non-Members will not receive a cash refund. note: NON-MEMBERS, payment must be received before the course start date. credit card instructions:

go to www.librarylearning.info/?LibSys=MLS
hit “Sign-In” upper right corner
click on “Not a Registered User” https://www.librarylearning.info/user/register.aspx?url=%2fuser%2flogin.aspx%3furl%3d%252fDefault.aspx%253fLibSys%253dMLS
complete the necessary info under “Register” register as “Guest” if your a non-member
after an account has been created, go to your course’s start date June 17 on the L2 calendar (Web-Based Convenience Class)
open Web-based Convenience Class and register https://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=6127
proceed all the way through to checkout and pay via credit card

ONLY payments are accepted at this web site. Your online course is taken via www.ed2go.com/sls OR Make payment to the Metropolitan Library System and mail to Yvonne riley MLS 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527

Web-based Convenience Class (MLS)

2010-02-17T02:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Web Based Class
Note: Class Cost is $71 and up. Certification Prep courses are $101. You can view a listing of the 172 MLS Web-based Convenience Classes, a description of the classes, cost of classes, and register at www.ed2go.com/sls to view a list of ALL MLS web-based convenience courses at once. STEP 2: In order to finalize your registration, you must go through the REQUIRED ONLINE ORIENTATION before you will have access to the course. REQUIRED ORIENTATION Using your Web browser, go to www.ed2go.com/sls and click on the word "Orientation". Scroll down the page. You will be asked to enter your name, e-mail address, and some other information. You will also be asked to create a password, which you should not forget. Finally, you will need to select the start date and title of your course. Please continue through the entire process until you see the following words: "Welcome and thank you! You may now click here to meet your instructor and learn more about your course." Check or money order, mail to: Yvonne Riley MLS 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 CANCELLATION POLICY: NON-MEMBERS will receive a credit toward another online course if they choose to cancel. Non-Members will not receive a cash refund. note: NON-MEMBERS, payment must be received before the course start date. credit card instructions:

go to www.librarylearning.info/?LibSys=MLS
hit “Sign-In” upper right corner
click on “Not a Registered User” https://www.librarylearning.info/user/register.aspx?url=%2fuser%2flogin.aspx%3furl%3d%252fDefault.aspx%253fLibSys%253dMLS
complete the necessary info under “Register” register as “Guest” if your a non-member
after an account has been created, go to your course’s start date June 17 on the L2 calendar (Web-Based Convenience Class)
open Web-based Convenience Class and register https://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=6127
proceed all the way through to checkout and pay via credit card

Young Adult Librarians Discussion Group (YALD) (NSLS)

2010-02-17T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Conference Room
The YALD Group meets bimonthly to discuss trends and exchange ideas concerning young adult literature, programs and best practices. Any Questions? Please contact Lesley Jakacki ljakacki@mchenrylibrary.org

Advanced WorldCat Resource Sharing (MLS)

2010-02-17T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
MLS Training Lab (Burr Ridge)
Hands-On training in Advanced WorldCat Resource Sharing. Learn how to customize your WorldCat Resource Sharing account using the FirstSearch Admin Module. Explore ILL Direct Request or email request option for your patrons. Review and update your constant data and saved notes. Create custom holding groups and paths. Practice batch updating and printing of ILL request manager files. Bring your OCLC authorization and password.

Original Cataloging on OCLC (SHLS)

2010-02-17T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Mascoutah Public Library Regional Training Center
Experienced OCLC copy catalogers should bring their own books, sound recordings, and videos for a working original cataloging session. Participants will learn to catalog their own materials or items provided by the presenter. Feedback and help will be given by other participants and the presenter. Dewey Decimal Classification, AACR2, and other resources will be available. Participants can work in small groups or individually.

GateNet Advisory Board (LCLS)

2010-02-17T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
LCLS Howe Board Room
The GateNet Advisory Board meets 8 times a year, in February, March, May, June, August, September, November and December. There is not a set location for the meeting.

PALS West of 47 Meeting (PALS)

2010-02-17T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Starved Rock Lodge
West of 47 is a network of librarians primarily from small and medium libraries in the LaSalle region. Meetings begin at 9:30 with breakfast (buy your own) at the Starved Rock Lodge. At 10:30 the group moves to the Great Hall, where participants are encouraged to share ideas, programs, concerns and questions. Meetings are informal with lots of time for networking.

Handheld and Mobile Library Services (DLS)

2010-02-17T04:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
DLS DuPage River Room
In these tough economic times, librarians need inexpensive and efficient ways to continue their education. This online conference is being hosted by the Alliance Library System and Learning Times and sponsored by SirsiDynix to help libraries meet the challenge of creating handheld and mobile library services. This two-day online conference will offer a number of programs for beginners through intermediate and advanced levels. The keynote speaker will be Joe Murphy, Yale University. Watch this space for more details and links to the complete program. This event is being held over two days. When the complete agenda is available you may choose to register for this event or for the event on February 18, 2010.

SAM Software Webinar (MLS)

2010-02-17T04:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Web Based Class
Versatile is hosting a free webinar for the SAM software. It will be on Feb 17th at 10 am. This if free for anyone associated with library public computer labs. Richard Hill from Comprise Technologies will host the webinar live from New Jersey. He will give an overview of the software reservation and patron payment systems. If interested you can send an RSVP to Glen Kato at katog@versatilecsi.com. He will email the webinar log in information to participants.

RSA Simplification Committee Meeting (ALS)

2010-02-17T04:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
ALS Valerie J. Wilford Room
This meeting will be looking at developing a standardized method cataloging unused fields (item category 1 and 2) to make reporting statistics better.

Scare Up A Good Book! (DLS)

2010-02-17T05:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
DLS Fox River Room
Join your colleagues as we kickoff the iRead program for summer 2010. We'll talk about books, decorations, games, and programs for your interpretation of "Scare Up a Good Book!"

Ed2Go - Online Classes (NSLS)

2010-02-17T06:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Online
Offered are a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of the courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. The online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Some classes offered: • Accounting • Art, History, Psychology, & Literature • Basic Computer Literacy • Business Administration • Computer Applications • Database Management & Programming • Grant Writing & Nonprofit Management • Graphic Design • and so much more ***Prices vary***

WJ: Maximizing Connections with "Mini" Conferences (ISL)

2010-02-17T07:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 17 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
WJ Webex Room
Join us for Maximizing Local Connections and Resources with "Mini" Conferences, the second in a series of webinars presented in collaboration with REFORMA. In these times of tight budgets and restricted travel, attending national conferences has become impossible for many library staff. Many local and regional agencies are joining forces to coordinate "mini" conferences that provide the means of connecting and collaborating locally, often providing a more focused and meaningful experience for attendees. Since 2005, the Northeast Chapter of REFORMA has joined forces with ALA ethnic caucuses to present a terrific conference where library workers network, exchange ideas and listen to quality speakers. What started as an idea has grown into an annual event embraced by REFORMA, AILA, APALA, BCALA and CALA. Come hear best practices in planning, coordinating and hosting a "mini" conference from your colleagues who have had success in their regions. Webinar presenters include Loida Garcia-Febo, REFORMA president, Tess Tobin, REFORMA's Northeast Chapter; and Haipeng Li and Janice Rice, co-chairs of the Joint Conference of Librarians of Color.

Supervisory Skills Series #4: Building a Productive Team (NSLS)

2010-02-18T03:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
NSLS Auditorium
By overwhelming demand, Diane Decker, professional facilitator and author of The First Job Survival Guide: How to Thrive and Advance in Your New Career (JIST Inc), is back for a second semester in a row to repeat her series for those who are currently supervisors or aspire to the position. Join Diane as she helps you to lay the foundation for a management career and provides you with some of the necessary tools that you will need in order to be a successful supervisor. This four-course series will help you to gain new supervisory skills, or sharpen those that you already possess, in order to motivate people to perform, grow, and thrive in the work environment. Organizations, including libraries, are increasingly demanding that staff have the ability to work as part of a team or teams. The ability to do so is vital for the health and welfare of the organization. Team dynamics are also one of the core elements needed to accomplish the challenges and opportunities presented each work day. In NSLS’s full-day workshop, Building a Productive Team, participants will learn how to conduct more productive meetings, handle team conflict, and know how best to help team members fulfill their team role(s) and responsibilities. At the end of this session, participants will: • Know how to develop a team-oriented attitude • Be able to improve communication and manage conflict within a team • Conduct more productive meetings • Have created an individual action plan Building a Productive Team is the fourth in a four-part series that has been customized especially for NSLS. Participants can register for individual workshops or excel by attending all four in the series to receive a certificate of completion. Lunch is included Other classes in the series include: Supervisory Skills Series #1: Interpersonal Skills for Supervisors on October 27, 2009 Supervisory Skills Series #2: How to Motivate Staff on November 17, 2009 Supervisory Skills Series #3: Professional Hiring and Meaningful Performance Reviews on January 12, 2010 This program is made possible by Harper College.

Web Site Design BASICS: Part II (MLS)

2010-02-18T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
MLS Training Lab (Burr Ridge)
Basic Website Design: In this 2-part hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of HTML, which is the underlying structure of a website. The opening session will introduce basic HTML tags and how they display in a web browser. Participants are encouraged to bring some simple ideas and images on a flash drive, which we will use to create simple web pages. The second session will build on the first session and will introduce the concept of style sheets and their function in overall web design. At the end of the two sessions, the participants will . . .

Understand the basic structure of a web page by being able to view the source code and make sense of it
Be able to create a simple web page, including hotlinks and images
Understand the concept of a stylesheet and how that effects a web page design
Be able to look at a library website and see how it is structured

Feb. 11, Session #1: Basic HTML, including adding hotlinks and images. We will also discuss the concept of a web host: how does the website “go live” on the Web? register at: www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=7498 for Part I. Session #2: More HTML, and adding style sheets to web pages. This session will also include a brief tour of some well designed library websites; we will spend a little time looking at how those websites are structured.

Readers' Advisory Interest Group (RAIG) (NSLS)

2010-02-18T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
NSLS Conference Room
The Readers' Advisory Interest Group helps librarians and support staff develop, improve, and update their readers' advisory skills.

Teen Librarians Special Interest Group (DLS)

2010-02-18T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Aurora Public Library - Eola Road - DLS
Calling all staff who work with young adults! This Special Interest Group is YOUR opportunity to network with your colleagues and find out what's working and what's not!

Zone 7 (MLS)

2010-02-18T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Acorn PLD
Zone 7 meeting at Acorn Public Library District / a combined meeting with Blue Island.

Zones 8&9 Meeting (MLS)

2010-02-18T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Crete PLD

Handheld and Mobile Library Services (DLS)

2010-02-18T04:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
DLS DuPage River Room
In these tough economic times, librarians need inexpensive and efficient ways to continue their education. This online conference is being hosted by the Alliance Library System and Learning Times and sponsored by SirsiDynix to help libraries meet the challenge of creating handheld and mobile library services. This two-day online conference will offer a number of programs for beginners through intermediate and advanced levels. The keynote speaker will be Joe Murphy, Yale University. Watch this space for more details and links to the complete program. This event is being held over two days. When the complete agenda is available you may choose to register for this event or for the event on February 18, 2010.

T-Conf: ILA Reference Svc Forum (MLS)

2010-02-18T04:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
OTHER
Telephone Conferences: ILA Reference Services Forum. ILA’s Reference Services Forum Meeting Dates 2009-10 Access a statewide network of academic, public, and special librarians enhancing skills in providing assistance to library users and recognizing quality service through participation in ILA’s Reference Services Forum. Dial 1-218-339-3600 and use Access Code: 839660# to enter the conference call

December 17, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. (CT)- RSF
February 18, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. (CT) - RSF
April 15, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. (CT)- RSF
June 17, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. (CT) - RSF
August 19, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. (CT) - RSF

Public Libraries: Creating your Board Bylaws (ALS)

2010-02-18T04:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
ALS OPAL
Join Rose Chenoweth, Alliance Library System Library Development Consultant, as she discusses creation of your public library board bylaws. As part of the Public Library Per Capita Grants 2011 , libraries are required to review their library board bylaws. The workshop will examine recommendations and best practices for bylaws.

ShLS Board of Directors Mtg. (SHLS)

2010-02-18T12:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 18 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library (Mt. Vernon)

LTA 2300 Multimedia Services and Equipment in Today’s Library (RPLS)

2010-02-19T03:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Basic operation, evaluation, selection and uses of media, hardware and software. Emphasis on hands-on experience and creation of a media portfolio. Prerequisite: Library and Information Technology 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

GateNet Circulation III - Notices & Holds Management and Web Resources (LCLS)

2010-02-19T03:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
Circulation III explores the various notices that are available in the Notices mode of the Circulation Desk, including overdue, hold pickup only, hold cancellation only, pickup and cancellation, fines and bills, with an emphasis on sorting, e-mailing, and printing notices. Circulation III also explores the View Holds mode, Transfer Paged Items mode, and Fines Paid mode, including exporting Fines Paid data into Microsoft Excel. Circulation III also explores the differenct web resources available to Millennium software users. Covered in this class: --producing all notices in the Notices mode --sorting, e-mailing, and printing notices --managing holds in the View Holds mode --managing holds in the Transfer Paged Items mode --reviewing fines in the Fines Paid mode --downloading and using Offline Circulation --exploring CS Direct and IUG websites. --exploring the Millennium Guide & Reference Manual. --exploring the GateNet website --exploring the OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog) This is a GateNet core circulation class. There is no prerequisite for this class but a basic knowledge of the Circulation Desk is helpful. This class is designed for GateNet members. This class is mandatory for all Circulation Supervisors and all library staff members who are or will be expected to e-mail or print notices. After attending this class, participants will be confident when producing and managing the various notices offered in Millennium. Participants will understand how to manage their agency's holds. Participants will be able to download and utilize Offline Circulation. Participants will understand the importance of the Create Lists mode and Web Management Reports. Circulation III is an interactive class, combining lecture and hands-on training. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences with the Notices mode. Circulation Staff and Supervisors will highly benefit from attending this class. Properly trained staff uses reduced amounts of paper. Sending notices by e-mail will reduce paper usage and postage costs. This class is offered bi-monthly and will be presented by Donna Vesper and/or Sue Pearson. This class is also available on demand when three or more participants are interested.

LACONI: “Developing and Managing Budgets in Tough Times! What’s a Library to Do (MLS)

2010-02-19T03:15:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 9:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Cary Area Public Library
Whether you are a district or municipal library, a small, medium, or large library, you are probably feeling the pressure of “reduced tax dollars” and it’s only going to get worse. Five very experienced library directors will come together to discuss what challenges they have been faced with due to budget constraints and how they overcame some of the challenges. Our panel consists of Diane McNulty, Director-Cary Area Public Library, Kathryn I. Martens, Director-Crystal Lake Public Library; Janet L. Van De Carr, Director-Park Ridge Public Library; Sandra K. Norlin-Director, Des Plaines Public Library; and Maria Zawacki, Director-Johnsburg Public Library. 9:15 - Coffee and Conversation 9:45 - Business Meeting 10:00 – Panel Discussion on Budget Challenges 12:00 - Lunch –Wool Street Grill located at 800 Feinberg Court, Cary, Il 60013

OCLC Local Holdings Maintenance Workshop (ALS)

2010-02-19T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Macomb Public Library
Keeping your serial (or periodical) holdings up to date in OCLC is important whenever you or other libraries search for a periodical title in FirstSearch. Since ALSPUL (Alliance Library System Periodicals Union List) no longer exits, this workshop will show libraries how to add, update or delete your library’s periodicals holdings (years owned) using OCLC Connexion Browser. Libraries will also learn how to use OCLC FirstSearch to retrieve a list of all serial titles currently held by your library. This workshop is required before you begin performing local holdings maintenance for your library’s periodicals. To participate in this workshop, your library must have authorizations for both OCLC Connexion and OCLC FirstSearch. Please bring your library’s Connexion and FirstSearch authorizations with you to this workshop. This workshop does not involve original cataloging. The workshop is limited to 8 participants. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please cancel your registration in L2 if you are unable to attend.

Youth Librarians Association (YLA) Managers (NSLS)

2010-02-19T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Evanston Public Library
This group meets 5 times during the school year to share information and ideas. Meetings are held at various libraries. For information contact: Sharon Levine slevine@lincolnwoodlibrary.org.

LACONI - Creating a Dynamic Library Atmosphere (MLS)

2010-02-19T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Chicago Public Library (HWLC)
Sponsored by, LACONI-RASS What’s the first thing people see when they come into your library? Is the soda machine really the first impression you want to make? Librarians are gifted verbal thinkers–come and see how you can think more visually, and make some changes in your surroundings for little or no money! Please join Sally Decker Smith, who has pursued and shared many interests in my 30 years in Libraryland and Ted Swigon, former Exhibits Director at the Museum of Science and Industry, for a lively and informative discussion. AGENDA 9:30-10:00 Coffee & Registration 10:00-12:00 Presentation 12:00 Optional Library Tour To register CONTACT: RoshAnn Vonesh: 708-452-3465 ravonesh@oppl.org

PALS SASSY Meeting (PALS)

2010-02-19T04:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Three Rivers Public Library, Minooka
Join youth services librarians as they share program and storytime ideas for children. This month's theme is Lapsit ideas for babies and toddlers. The meeting will be held at the Three Rivers Public Library--Minooka. Please contact Norma Applegate-- normaa@palsnet.info or Jane Lenser-- janel@palsnet.info if you have any questions.

CAC - Capital Area Consortium Quarterly Meeting (RPLS)

2010-02-19T04:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
N/A
The meeting location will be announced soon. The meeting begins at 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon. Starting at 9:30a.m. If you any questions about the meeting, contact Louise Greene at louiseg@rpls.ws or call her at 217-429-2586 ext.108.

Library Futures--Staying Ahead of the Curve 2010: Cataloging: Where are we now? Where are we going? (NSLS)

2010-02-19T05:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
NSLS Learning Center
Please Note: The maximum capacity for this February 19 event is 35 registered participants due to the size of the room that is available. Please make sure you are actually registered before attending. Librarians have long led the way in the attempt to organize the world’s published information through the use of standard subject headings and the ubiquitous, demanding MARC record. As more information moves into electronic forms and the tools used to access them become more sophisticated, are our old standards still relevant today? Has keyword trumped the subject heading? Much information description and metadata production is also moving out of the hands of librarians. Will online tagging or vendor descriptions remove the need for librarians? And what is the deal with RDA, the new AACR2? Renee Register, Senior Product Manager at OCLC, and others will review current cataloging practices and discuss the future of metadata, the MARC record, Library of Congress Subject Headings, the Resource Description and Access standard, and the librarian's place in online information organization and access. This webcast is 90 minutes in length and will take place at the North Suburban Library System. Other upcoming programs in the series that will be posted online as information becomes available include: November 13, 2009 -- Library Futures--Staying Ahead of the Curve 2010: Millennials in the Library January 29, 2010 -- Making the Best of a Shrinking Budget: Creative Practices in a New Economy March 12, 2010 -- Information Literacy Education: A National Overview April 9, 2010 -- Technology Trends in Libraries: Tools, Skills, Staffing, Training

Collection Development Series - Session 7 (LTLS)

2010-02-19T05:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 19 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
LTLS iLinc Room
Join local experts in the field of collection development for a brown bag lunch at your desk! LTLS will be offering an online collection development series during the months of January and February. Each Friday from 11:30 a.m. _ 12:15 p.m. we will feature a different genre. The speaker will discuss best resources and helpful suggestions on selecting works for the featured genre.

Patti Smith (CPLS)

2010-02-21T08:00:00-06:00

Sunday, February 21 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Cindy Pritzker Auditorium
Patti Smith Date: Sun. February 21, 2010 Time: 2:00 pm Location: Harold Washington Library Center Cindy Pritzker Auditorium 400 S. State Street 60605 About this event: Patti Smith, the world renowned writer, musician and visual artist, discusses and signs her new book, Just Kids, a memoir of her time in New York with Robert Mapplethorpe. It was the summer Coltrane died, the summer of love and riots, and the summer when a chance encounter in Brooklyn led two young people on a path of art, devotion and initiation. Smith would evolve as a poet and performer and Mapplethorpe would direct his highly provocative style toward photography. Just Kids begins as a love story and ends as an elegy. It is a fascinating look at New York City in the late sixties and seventies and a beautiful portrait of two young artists’ prelude to fame. Cosponsored by Borders Books and Music. Please note: Seating is very limited and provided on a first come, first served basis. The Library opens at 1 p.m. and the Cindy Pritzker Auditorium doors open at 1:30 p.m.

MARC Coding and Matching (AKA Can I Use This Record?) (LCLS)

2010-02-22T03:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 22 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
Participants will learn how to interpret MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) formatting in bibliographic records and how to use this informatin to select a bibliographic record that matches the item in hand. This is one of the core classes required for GateNet barcoders and catalogers.

RPLS R3: A Reference Spree (RPLS)

2010-02-22T03:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 22 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Rolling Prairie Library System
RPLS R3: A Reference Spree: Retool, Renew, ReDo Monday, February 22nd 9:00 - 9:30 Registration 9:30 - 2:00 Your Choice of Breakout Sessions 2:15 - 3:15 There is an optional after hours session on Virtual Reference Services in Your Library Session I 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Let Me Get This Straight - The Reference Interview Presenter: Louise Greene Let Me Get This Straight…because if you don’t, they won’t get what they came for. Are you asking the right questions when your patrons ask YOU questions? Do you have the skills to clarify, refine, narrow or broaden a research inquiry? Are you humble enough to say “Uncle” but knowledgeable enough to never let a patron leave empty handed? Find out how to do all the above in this interactive hands-on session. Bring your thinking cap! Business Reference Presenter: Denise D. Green, Associate Professor Electronic Resources/Technical Services Coordinator & Research/Instruction Librarian at Millikin University's Staley Library Denise D. Green, Associate Professor Electronic Resources/Technical Services Coordinator & Research/Instruction Librarian at Millikin University's Staley Library, will discuss the best business reference resources for small business: planning, development, management, as well "have-to-have" resources, both print and online, for small business reference. Reference Service for Agricultural Communities Presenter: Dan Harlan , Macon/Piatt County Extension Director What are popular farm blogs in Central Illinois? Know anything about the Farm Bill? I need a recipe for a Turducken. What cemeteries are in our county? How can I get an obit from the newspaper from 1916 when it isn’t even around anymore? Is there an old coal mine under my corn and bean fields? Where are the boundaries of the original farm where I live? I want to start raising layers – how can I get started? Do I need a permit to sell homemade jam at the local farmer’s market? How can we start a farmer’s market in our community? Take a shortcut to quality online resources to answer questions like these and use your new knowledge to build patronage in your library. Session II 10:40 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. Online vs Print Reference Panel Presenter: Pat Blinn Large Public Library Representative, Maria Dent Medium Public Library Representative, Amanda Pippitt Academic Library Representative, Libby Letterly School/Special Library Representative Our panel of four RPLS librarians will discuss their favorite "have-to-have" reference favorites, both in print and online formats. They will also discuss how they make the determination to purchase print vs online formats, as well as the advantages and disadvantages for each. Reference on a Shoestring Budget Presenter: Loretta Broomfield Even when the budget is tight, your library can still provide quality reference service! This session will focus on both free and inexpensive reference sources for every library, as well as tips for getting the best deals from vendors. Join Loretta Broomfield, Consultant from Shawnee Library System, to learn how to get the most bang for your reference buck.[This session is repeated during the third session.] Consumer Health Reference Presenter:Kitty Wrigley and Fran Kovach Many of our smaller libraries do not know what reference resources, both print and online that they should have at their libraries for patrons, or how to deal with the special issues related to providing consumer health reference information to their patrons. 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lunch and surPrizes Lunch Choices: Turkey on Croissant Ham on Croissant Cheese Salad on Croissant Note: Lunches include a sandwich plus pasta salad or vegetable salad, chips, and dessert. Session III 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Reference on a Shoestring Budget Presenter: Loretta Broomfield Even when the budget is tight, your library can still provide quality reference service! This session will focus on both free and inexpensive reference sources for every library, as well as tips for getting the best deals from vendors. Join Loretta Broomfield, Consultant from Shawnee Library System, to learn how to get the most bang for your reference buck. [This session is repeated during the second session.] Genealogists Do It In the Library Presenter: Presenters will be from the Vespasian Warner Public Library Here they come…looking for their dead relatives, obits, graves, stories. How can you help patrons on a genealogy quest when you haven’t even created your own family tree? Learn how to get the correct information out of the patron first and where to send them next. Your patrons will think they asked the right questions of the right person (YOU!) at the right time. Set them up for success. Presenters will be from the Vespasian Warner Public Library, the 2009 recipient of the Illinois State Genealogical Society Community Service Award and the DeWitt County Genealogical Society. Session IV (Optional) 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. after-hours session Virtual Reference Services in Your Library Presenter: Louise Greene This session will cover the variety of methods available to extend reference services beyond the walls of the library. The best practices available to manage chat, SMS, IM, and email questions will be reviewed along with demonstrations of each. We will also look at the advantages and disadvantages of virtual reference services in general and debate whether the work is worth the benefit. Cost: The cost to attend the RPLS Seminar whether in whole or in part is only $15 for those registering and paying by Monday, February 15th Registration ends Monday, February 15th .

GateNet Barcoding in Millennium (LCLS)

2010-02-22T07:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 22 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
This class provides an overview of the cataloging module in the Millennium database. Topics covered include: -Searching the database to find a bibliographic record that matches the item in hand -Using limits to narrow a search -Comparing information on the item to key points in a bibliographic record to determine if the record matches the item -Creating an item record that is attached to the selected bibliographic record to identify an individual library’s holding -Editing and deleting item records -Creating multiple item records for the same bibliographic record This class is designed for staff members of GateNet libraries of any experience level. There is no prerequisite. This is an interactive class, combining lecture and hands-on training. This is a required class for all GateNet staff members who will be barcoding or cataloging.

Zone 5 Meeting (MLS)

2010-02-22T07:30:00-06:00

Monday, February 22 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Alsip-Merrionette Park PLD

North Suburban Library System Board Meeting (NSLS)

2010-02-22T13:00:00-06:00

Monday, February 22 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
NSLS Auditorium

LTA 1104 Essential Library Workplace Skills (RPLS)

2010-02-23T03:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 23 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Overview of the skills necessary to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public, work in team settings, deal with a variety of personality types, resolve conflicts, and become an effective part of the library workforce. (3 lecture hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

BiblioTech Interest Group (LCLS)

2010-02-23T03:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 23 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
LCLS Howe Board Room
Join us as we brag/complain about how tech is being used in our libraries. This group welcomes all levels of expertise, and focuses on making tech accessible to everyone, regardless of budget or computer skills. The format is a round-table discussion, so feel free to bring ideas & questions to discuss!

Wayfinding and Signage in Libraries (MLS)

2010-02-23T03:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 23 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
LUNCH: on your own Learn how to better serve your customers by creating excellent wayfinding and signage in your library. Content will include how to create a user friendly library through understanding patron needs, planning guidelines, design tips, product information, and more. The workshop will be interactive and presenter will encourage group. Learning Objectives include: 1. Learn the fundamentals of successful wayfinding in library services. 2. Learn strategies for planning, designing, and implementing a successful wayfinding and signage plan. 3. Explore options and learn successful strategies for increasing patron use and efficiency as well as positive interactions between libraries and their customers. note: LUNCH - on your own

Write a Technology Plan with Tech Tuesdays (RPLS)

2010-02-23T05:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 23 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS OPAL Room
Do you need to write a technology plan for the library? Do you have a technology plan that needs to be updated? If you answered either of these questions with a yes, then Tech Tuesdays is for you. Jan. 26, Feb. 9 and Feb. 23 are the designated Tech Tuesdays. We shall use TechAtlas at each hour-long session to cover the components you need in a technology plan. Between sessions you will have assignment to complete. At the end of the three sessions you will have a completed technology plan ready for Board approval. Prerequisite: Completed TechAtlas Inventory.

21 Ideas for 21st Century Libraries (MLS)

2010-02-23T07:30:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 23 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)
LUNCH: on your own Discover best practices for 21st century public libraries. Twenty‐one examples and ideas from both public libraries and other organizations will be shown and discussed. Examples provided will include such topics as Library 2.0, Web 2.0, facilities, marketing and branding, self‐service, collections, community collaborations, and customer service. The workshop will be interactive and presenters will encourage group discussion of the examples shown. Learning Objectives include: 1. Explore the key elements of successful 21st century library service. 2. Discuss tools/techniques for successfully serving a variety of library customers, including users and nonusers. 3. Develop an individual library plan for moving forward with proactive 21st century approaches. note: LUNCH - on your own

Macon County School Librarian's Group (RPLS)

2010-02-23T09:45:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 23 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Harristown Elementary School
This informal gathering will give you a chance to get to know other librarians in your area while sharing stories and ideas, problems and solutions. Macon County School Librarian's Group will meet on Tuesday, February 23rd from 3:45 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. at Harristown Elementary School. It is located at 1095 N Meredian Street Harristown, IL. Our hostess will be Jo Ames. Questions or need directions? Contact Rachel Miller (rachelm@rpls.ws) at 429-2586 ext. 105 or Jo Ames (fuzzysamson@aol.com) at (217) 963-2621. This is the rescheduled date for the 2/9/2010 meeting that was canceled due to bad weather on that day.

ASTD (ALS)

2010-02-23T10:00:00-06:00

Tuesday, February 23 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ALS Valerie J. Wilford Room
John Howard - 263-8804 jphoward7@gmail.com

What's New in Children's Books with Dr. Peggy Sharp (NSLS)

2010-02-24T02:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 24 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
NSLS Auditorium
This program date has only 12 seats left...so please register now to ensure a place in this session! Registrations are taken through the L2 Website only. Which books have the greatest “kid appeal”? Which books best translate into ideas, projects and activities for instruction? And, which books just don’t measure up to the publishing hype? Finding the answers can be tough! Dr. Peggy Sharp, noted author and children’s literature expert, is back to help you explore the vast jungle of new children’s titles and create new learning and book telling strategies based on the year’s best books. Let Peggy show you the secret to selecting “good” books—books that are well written and engaging. Also, take advantage of Peggy’s “Best List” of picture books, beginning-to-read books, chapter books, novels, poetry, and non-fiction from many of your favorite authors. This full-day, fun seminar also provides a wonderful opportunity for participants to meet and share ideas with other librarians and educators who are interested in learning about the significant issues and trends in books and publishing for children. All participants will receive a “What’s New in Children’s Books” Resource Handbook which includes an annotated bibliography of the best new children’s books published in the last year. At the end of this session, participants will be able to: • Motivate even the most reluctant readers with winning book selections • Utilize techniques for sharing new books that will encourage kids to read for themselves • Get the most for your money when purchasing children’s books Registration and Coffee start at 8:00 a.m. Lunch and breakfast snack are included.

SWAN Council (MLS)

2010-02-24T03:00:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 24 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)

Public Library Advisory Comm. Mtg. (MLS)

2010-02-24T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 24 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
MLS Meeting Room (Burr Ridge)

MAGIC Administrators Meeting (DLS)

2010-02-24T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 24 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
DLS DuPage River Room

Construction Grant Application Review (ISL)

2010-02-24T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 24 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
ALS Valerie J. Wilford Room
DLS Technology Lab
ISL Videoconference Room
LCLS Sacajawea Videoconferencing Room
Lincoln Trail Libraries System
MLS Room B (Burr Ridge)
PALS Coal Valley VideoConference Room
PALS Rockford Videoconference Room
PALS Shorewood Videoconference Room
Rolling Prairie Library System
ShLS Videoconferencing Room
This videoconference will allow the Construction Committee members and representatives of libraries that submitted applications to attend and participate at a site convenient to them. Because the Construction Committee is statewide in scope, the Open Meetings Act allows us to conduct this meeting in this manner. We will share the agenda for posting as required and include ground rules and meeting etiquette as well. While not required, registration would be appreciated and will facilitate a timely handling of the agenda.

RPLS UG Policy Committee Meeting (RPLS)

2010-02-24T03:30:00-06:00

Wednesday, February 24 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
RPLS Board Room
Joan Rhoades - Vespasian Warner PLD, Clinton (Chair); Lois Morse - Lincoln Library, Springfield; Margo Probst - Helen Matthes Library, Effingham; Chris Oyer - Decatur Public Schools; Leeanne Grossman - Decatur Public Schools; Robyn Hendricks - Decatur PL; Anita Walters - Sherman PLD; Dorothy Siles - Taylorville PL; Carol Waterman - Taylorville PL; Sandra Hayes - Hope Welty PLD; Becky Wright - Taylorville High School; Suzy Saunders - Lovington PLD; Sue Byers - RPLS. Here is more information.

What's New in Children's Books with Dr. Peggy Sharp (NSLS)

2010-02-25T02:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
NSLS Auditorium
This program date has 12 seats left...so please register now to ensure a place in this session! Registrations are taken through the L2 Website only. Which books have the greatest “kid appeal”? Which books best translate into ideas, projects and activities for instruction? And, which books just don’t measure up to the publishing hype? Finding the answers can be tough! Dr. Peggy Sharp, noted author and children’s literature expert, is back to help you explore the vast jungle of new children’s titles and create new learning and book telling strategies based on the year’s best books. Let Peggy show you the secret to selecting “good” books—books that are well written and engaging. Also, take advantage of Peggy’s “Best List” of picture books, beginning-to-read books, chapter books, novels, poetry, and non-fiction from many of your favorite authors. This full-day, fun seminar also provides a wonderful opportunity for participants to meet and share ideas with other librarians and educators who are interested in learning about the significant issues and trends in books and publishing for children. All participants will receive a “What’s New in Children’s Books” Resource Handbook which includes an annotated bibliography of the best new children’s books published in the last year. At the end of this session, participants will be able to: • Motivate even the most reluctant readers with winning book selections • Utilize techniques for sharing new books that will encourage kids to read for themselves • Get the most for your money when purchasing children’s books Registration and Coffee start at 8:00 a.m. Lunch and breakfast snack are included.

Cataloging with the Oldies (Sound recordings) (LCLS)

2010-02-25T03:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
Don't know a music number from a plate number? Or, the difference between a relator code and a realtor? Join your colleagues for an opportunity to energize and enhance your sound recording cataloging skills.

OCLC Local Holdings Maintenance Workshop (ALS)

2010-02-25T03:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
ALS Travis Tyer Training Center
Keeping your serial (or periodical) holdings up to date in OCLC is important whenever you or other libraries search for a periodical title in FirstSearch. Since ALSPUL (Alliance Library System Periodicals Union List) no longer exits, this workshop will show libraries how to add, update or delete your library’s periodicals holdings (years owned) using OCLC Connexion Browser. Libraries will also learn how to use OCLC FirstSearch to retrieve a list of all serial titles currently held by your library. This workshop is required before you begin performing local holdings maintenance for your library’s periodicals. To participate in this workshop, your library must have authorizations for both OCLC Connexion and OCLC FirstSearch. Please bring your library’s Connexion and FirstSearch authorizations with you to this workshop. This workshop does not involve original cataloging. The workshop is limited to 10 participants. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please cancel your registration in L2 if you are unable to attend.

PALS Summer Reading Program Kickoff (PALS)

2010-02-25T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Mendota Civic Center
Yes, the temperature happens to be in the single digits as this is being written, but let's fast forward to SUMMER! Mowing the lawn, weeding the garden, and lots of kids doing summer reading seem very appealing right now. Kick-start your library's summer plans with ideas from the Summer Reading Program Kickoff. Topics we will discuss include prizes, partnerships, culminating activities, decorations, crafts, registration, school cooperation, and public relations 2.0. The discussions should be useful no matter what theme you are using! We will check out ideas created with the new Cricut machine and also see some projects made with the die cut machines. Please bring 100 copies of an idea to share. The cost is $30 which includes lunch. For questions, please contact Jane Lenser (janel@palsnet.info) or Norma Applegate (normaa@palsnet.info).

iRead - Scare Up a Good Book! (LTLS)

2010-02-25T03:30:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
LTLS Board Room
Join Barb Lintner (Urbana Free Library) and Kristen Lawson (Allerton Public Library) for a fun-filled workshop discussing 2010_s iREAD theme, _Scare Up a Good Book!_ There will be a show and tell of exciting promotional materials and activities for this year_s theme, followed by a brainstorming session with LTLS Consultant, Donna Schaal.

Teens Are Patrons Too! (LTLS)

2010-02-25T07:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
LTLS Board Room
Join Betsy Su (Champaign Public Library), Carol Inskeep (Urbana Free Library) and Michael Boedicker (Danville Public Library) in a panel discussion of outreach to the teen populations - what works, what doesn_t, programming ideas and suggestions on how to reach out to teens.

GateNet Cataloging in Millennium (LCLS)

2010-02-25T07:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LCLS Drouillard Electronic Classroom
This class provides instruction in the use of the cataloging module in the Millennium database. Topics covered include: -Exporting bibliographic records from the OCLC WorldCat database into Millennium -Editing new and existing bibliographic records -Deleting bibliographic records This class is designed for staff members of GateNet libraries of any experience level. This is an interactive class, combining lecture and hands-on training. This is a required class for all GateNet staff members who will be barcoding or cataloging.

Resource Sharing Policy Directory (RPLS)

2010-02-25T07:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
RPLS Training Room
Learn about the ILLINET Resource Sharing Policy Directory in L2 and its connection to OCLC FirstSearch ILL functions. Kate Boyle, Resource Sharing Manager from the Metropolitan Library System, will be on hand to describe how to upload your library policies and procedures so that it is searchable by other Illinois libraries. Topics covered will include ILL, photocopies, reciprocal borrowing both within and outside of our system, locating LVIS libraries, and the appropriate use of custom holdings paths. After the presentation, Kate will be able to work with you one on one. Please bring your policies for photocopies, reciprocal borrowing, ILL, as well as your logins and passwords for L2 and OCLC/FirstSearch ILL.

Bilingual Storytime (LTLS)

2010-02-25T08:45:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
LTLS Board Room
Join Shih-Mei Carmody (Urbana Free Library) for a discussion on how to start a bilingual storytime _ what works, what doesn_t, with suggestions on how to reach out to special populations in your area.

NIU Class (PALS)

2010-02-25T10:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
PALS Rockford Videoconference Room
PALS Coal Valley VideoConference Room
PALS Shorewood Videoconference Room
The class offered this fall is ETT 504 - Cataloging and Classification of Library Materials on Thursday evenings from 4:00 to 7:00 pm January 21st through May 6th, 2010.

ALS Board of Directors Meeting (ALS)

2010-02-25T12:00:00-06:00

Thursday, February 25 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ALS East Peoria (whole facility)
Please see the following link for more information about the Alliance Library System Board of Directors, the calendar of topics, minutes, and more. http://www.alliancelibrarysystem.com/board.cfm

DuKane School Library Institute (DLS)

2010-02-26T02:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 26 8:00 AM - 2:45 PM
Glen Crest Middle School, Glen Ellyn
Joyce Valenza from Erdenheim, Pennsylvania will take us on a musical exploration to the Wizard of Apps. If learners were iPhones, and we could "load" them with the really critical apps to inspire digital citizenship, information fluency, creativity, and collaboration, to take out into the world, how would we do it? Book sessions: 2011 Monarch and Caudill lists; preview of Abe titles; and introduction to new books. Other topics will include copyright, e-books, coping with change, how to bring an author or illustrator to your school, I-Sail (Illinois Standards Aligned for Instruction) and much more.

What's New in Children's Books with Dr. Peggy Sharp (NSLS)

2010-02-26T02:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 26 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
NSLS Auditorium
This program date has 19 seats left...so please register now to ensure a place in this session! Registrations are taken through the L2 Website only. Which books have the greatest “kid appeal”? Which books best translate into ideas, projects and activities for instruction? And, which books just don’t measure up to the publishing hype? Finding the answers can be tough! Dr. Peggy Sharp, noted author and children’s literature expert, is back to help you explore the vast jungle of new children’s titles and create new learning and book telling strategies based on the year’s best books. Let Peggy show you the secret to selecting “good” books—books that are well written and engaging. Also, take advantage of Peggy’s “Best List” of picture books, beginning-to-read books, chapter books, novels, poetry, and non-fiction from many of your favorite authors. This full-day, fun seminar also provides a wonderful opportunity for participants to meet and share ideas with other librarians and educators who are interested in learning about the significant issues and trends in books and publishing for children. All participants will receive a “What’s New in Children’s Books” Resource Handbook which includes an annotated bibliography of the best new children’s books published in the last year. At the end of this session, participants will be able to: • Motivate even the most reluctant readers with winning book selections • Utilize techniques for sharing new books that will encourage kids to read for themselves • Get the most for your money when purchasing children’s books Registration and Coffee start at 8:00 a.m. Lunch and breakfast snack are included.

LTA 2300 Multimedia Services and Equipment in Today’s Library (RPLS)

2010-02-26T03:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 26 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
RPLS Distance Learning Room
Basic operation, evaluation, selection and uses of media, hardware and software. Emphasis on hands-on experience and creation of a media portfolio. Prerequisite: Library and Information Technology 1101 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours) For more information about registering for College of Dupage LTA courses offered at Rolling Prairie Library System, contact Doris McKay, (217) 429-2586 x 115.

Northern IL Academic Library Meeting (PALS)

2010-02-26T03:00:00-06:00

Friday, February 26 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Northern Illinois University-Founders Memorial Library
This meeting is an opportunity to discuss current issues facing academic libraries, to offer potential solutions, to share expertise and to brainstorm ideas for future continuous learning events. This meeting is open to any PALS academic or special library.

LACONI: YSS (MLS)

2010-02-26T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 26 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Gail Borden Public Library
Sponsored by: Youth Services Section Friday, February 26, 2010 9:30am - 3:00pm Serving Patrons with Special Needs featuring Bernadette Nowakowski from Chicago Public Library and Christopher Flint from Autism Program of Illinois LOCATION: Gail Borden Public Library 270 North Grove Avenue Elgin, IL 60120

LACONI-OPP: Programs & Practices to Promote Multicultural Participation @ Your Library (NSLS)

2010-02-26T03:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 26 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Schedule 9:30 Refreshments 10:00 Program Welcoming People of Many Cultures; Carolyn Anthony, director, Skokie Public Library Evolution of a Library's ESL Service; Joyce Voss, Community Services Manager & Katalin Zsupan ESL/Literacy Specialist, Arlington Heights Memorial Library 12:30 Lunch 1:00 Tour AHML (optional) Fee is $15 per person and includes refreshments, program, and a buffet lunch.

Collection Development Series - Session 8 (LTLS)

2010-02-26T05:30:00-06:00

Friday, February 26 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
LTLS iLinc Room
Join local experts in the field of collection development for a brown bag lunch at your desk! LTLS will be offering an online collection development series during the months of January and February. Each Friday from 11:30 a.m. _ 12:15 p.m. we will feature a different genre. The speaker will discuss best resources and helpful suggestions on selecting works for the featured genre.