SJRLC Connections:News and Events

Open Source Survey

Peter Bromberg — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 09:29:50 -0400

Posted on behalf of Nicole Engard

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Hi all,

I am working on some very very broad research on open source use in libraries for a book I'm working on. The focus of the book will be on software you can use that is open source. If you have a chance to answer this brief survey to help me out that would be greatly appreciated:

http://opensource.web2learning.net/limesurvey/index.php?sid=63946&lang=en

Thanks a bunch!!! (and feel free to share with others)

Thanks
Nicole C. Engard
nengard [at] gmail.com

Guide to Gathering Database Statistics

Peter Bromberg — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:02:20 -0400

Guide to Gathering Database Statistics
http://www.infolink.org/pdf_files/GuideToDatabaseStats.pdf

Get on top of your library’s database usage figures!! If you need some help, take advantage of this Guide to Gathering Database Statistics.

Warm thanks to Karen Parry, savvy and skillful Information Services Manager, East Brunswick Public Library, who developed this guide for INFOLINK and to former library director, Carol Nersinger, who supported this project.

Websearch University Discount

Peter Bromberg — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:44:53 -0400

Dear Members,

Keep up with the changing web world! Take your search skills to the next level by participating in this fall's WebSearch University conference on September 14-15 at the Washington Marriott in Washington, D.C.

Information Today is extending a deep discount to SJRLC members of $445 for the 2-day event. This is $200 off the regular price and $100 discount off of the early bird registration price. There will be no discount available for the pre-conference seminars.

Learn the newest advances in searching from the pros. For complete program details, please go to Information Today's website at: http://www.websearchu.com/2009/. Each individual should submit their registration form found at: https://secure.infotoday.com/forms/wsu/2009/download/WSU2009_Registration.pdf to Sandi at the SJRLC office, along with check or credit card payment, payable to Information Today, Inc. by August 7, 2009 to receive the discounted price.

If you have any questions, please call the SJRLC office at 856-346-1222

Statewide databases for FY10 effective July 1, 2009

Peter Bromberg — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:48:23 -0400

TO: Members of the New Jersey Library Network
FROM: Kathleen Moeller-Peiffer, Associate State Librarian for Library Development
DATE: June 30, 2009
SUBJECT: Statewide databases for FY10 effective July 1, 2009

Based upon the FY10 state budget that has been passed by the legislature and signed by Governor Corzine, the New Jersey State Library is delighted to announce that all current databases available for statewide use will continue in FY10.

This includes:

Heritage Quest
All current EBSCO database offerings including:
- Business Source Premier
- Novelist Plus and Novelist Plus K-8
- Academic Search Premier for VALE, K-12 & Public Libraries.
Gale Custom Newspapers (minus the Star Ledger after October 31, 2009 due to the Star Ledger’s new exclusive arrangement with Newsbank)
RefUSA

The New Jersey State Library appreciates the advocacy efforts by so many librarians, trustees and library customers to their elected officials that helped us make our case in Trenton.

FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR JOBS-RELATED PROGRAMMING.

Peter Bromberg — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:08:25 -0400

FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR JOBS-RELATED PROGRAMMING. SEE ANNOUNCEMENT AND SIMPLE APPLICATION FORM AT: http://www.sjrlc.org/jobs/announcement.shtml

Deadline for application: Thursday, July 30

We'd like to help you respond to your customers' needs in the recession for workshops on:

job-hunting
career choice
dealing with unemployment
communication/networking skills
starting a business

We have:

a resource list of experienced speakers and
seed money for your library to get you started or add to your current program offerings.

SEE ANNOUNCEMENT AND APPLICATION FORM AT:
http://www.sjrlc.org/jobs/announcement.shtml

Notary Workshops for Library Employees

Peter Bromberg — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:17:48 -0400

Notary Workshops for Library Employees
Wed, Aug 12 , 2009 at Haddon Twp Branch, Camden Co. Library
Directions to Haddon Twp Branch, Camden Co. Lib

Registration Link: http://tinyurl.com/notarizethisaug09

Notary Basics 9:30 to 12:30 (9:00 coffee) Cost: $30	Advanced Notary Skills 1: 30 PM to 4:00 PM Cost: $20
or attend both workshops for $45 Lunch included, 12:30-1:30

Don’t depend on second-hand information – all notaries need training.

These workshops cover information notaries need in order to perform their tasks accurately. Notary laws, current updates, and common practices in the State of New Jersey will be addressed. Workshop Handbook and detailed handouts are included with the registration fee. Protect yourself and the library as you help patrons.

These workshops cover information notaries need in order to perform their tasks accurately. Notary laws, current updates, and common practices in the State of New Jersey will be addressed. Workshop Handbook and detailed handouts are included with the registration fee. Protect yourself and the library as you help patrons.

Who Should Attend These Seminars?

Those wishing to become Notaries ATTEND THE MORNING SESSION and...

Get the proper training to begin you new duties. Learn to notarize correctly from the start with confidence and security.

Newly Commissioned Notaries ATTEND THE MORNING SESSION and...

Learn how to notarize correctly with confidence and security.

Review commonly notarized forms, learn notary wording certificates & learn when to say NO!

Experienced Notaries ATTEND THE AFTERNOON SESSION and...

Update your notary skills, eliminate bad habits, and get answers to your past notary challenges.

Learn to handle Power of Attorney's, Apostille's, Certified Copies and much more!

Details and Registration Link:
http://tinyurl.com/notarizethisaug09

Swedesboro Branch to expand

Peter Bromberg — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:23:17 -0400

Congrats to Gloucester County Library!

After years of hoping and dreaming, the Swedesboro Council at its May meeting thrilled the customers and staff of the Swedesboro Library Branch of the Gloucester County Library System by approving a bond to fund an addition to the branch. Behind this effort was years of persistent advocacy by the previous Association Board members, customers and staff for the need of additional space.

The Gloucester County Library Commission and Bob Wetherall, the GCLS director, worked with the council on this effort. The plans call for an additional 3,000 square feet to be added to the existing 2,500 square foot building, and include adding a meeting room, a larger children’s area, a staff lounge, a quiet study room, bathroom, more comfortable surroundings for library users and space for more public-access computers.

Via New Jersey State Library Newsletter Update 6/25/09

People for a library-themed Ben & Jerry's flavor!

Peter Bromberg — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:46:49 -0400

Burlington County Library's own Andy Woodworth has made the news with his campaign for a library-inspired Ben and Jerry's flavor. Check out the article:

http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/news_details/article/25/2009/june/22/librarian-cooks-up-tasty-treat-ideas.html

and add your support at: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=88574048291.

New ReferenceUSA Interface: Webinar

Peter Bromberg — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:56:47 -0400

ReferenceUSA will be migrating to a new user interface around July 15.
In preparation for that move, they are offering webinars for New Jersey library staff members. The dates of the webinars are as follows:

July 8, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
July 9, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
July 13, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

To register for any of these sessions, go to:

https://secure.thriva.com/Reg/Form.aspx?IDTD=1607587&IDRPH=1659115

Your connection information will be sent to you 24 hours prior to your session.
If you have any questions, please contact me.
Thank you very much.

Scherelene

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Scherelene Schatz, MLS
NJ State Library

Designing with Open Source Software: Gimp and Inkscape

Peter Bromberg — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:21:25 -0400

Designing with Open Source Software:
Gimp and Inkscape

Register at: http://tinyurl.com/sjrlcopensourcedesign

Date: Thursday, July 16, 2009, 9:00-4:00 PM

Location: Camden County Library Computer Lab, Voorhees

COST: $40
Presenter: John LeMasney

Want to create professional quality design without shelling out $$ for Photoshop? Then this workshop is for you!

In this day-long workshop, we'll go in depth to discover how to use two fantastic Open Source Design Applications: the GNU Image Manipulation Program (AKA GIMP), and Inkscape.

The GIMP provides layers, effects, painting tools, and all of the
features that you have come to expect from a fully featured imaging application like Adobe Photoshop. Inkscape is a vector-based illustration and layout application, similar to Adobe Illustrator in its ability to manipulate text, shapes, paths, vector points, and colors.

Because these programs are Open Source Software, you benefit from the work of thousands of volunteer and professional developers, without having to pay anything for the use of the software.

In this workshop, you will learn to use these tools by doing a poster project step-by-step. By the end of this workshop you will be able to effectively use painting and drawing tools, brushes, layers, path manipulation, photo manipulation, effects, rulers and grids to meet against your most challenging design needs.

Register at: http://tinyurl.com/sjrlcopensourcedesign