Librarians
Librarian is one of CNN’s top 10 heroes!
Posted by Jessica on 9 October, 2008 in ALA, Awards, Librarians, Library News
Anderson Cooper just announced the top 10 CNN heroes, each of whom will receive $25K. A top hero will be announced on Thanksgiving day and that individual will receive $100K. Among the ten finalists is Yohannes Gebregeorgis. He is recognized for championing children through his program, Ethiopia Reads. Yohannes also received one [...]
Wednesday’s Word
Posted by Laura on 8 October, 2008 in Librarians, wednesday's word
Today’s word is one I’m sure many of us are aware of: Facebook
SOLINET recently became a member of Facebook so if you’re a member, search for us and become a fan. As a very popular free social networking website, it’s a great place to keep in touch with organizations, friends and colleagues.
Are you a member [...]
Congratulations to the winners of the 2008 National Medal for Museum and Library Service
Posted by Jessica on 7 October, 2008 in Grants, Librarians, Library News, Preservation
Congratulations to the winners of the 2008 National Medal for Museum and Library Service for their outstanding contribution to America’s communities!! This IMLS grant award includes a prize of $10,000 to each recipient. This is the second year that IMLS has presented the National Medals to 10 institutions. View the winners here: http://www.imls.gov/news/2008/100708.shtm
Georgia Public Library License Plates
Posted by Laura on 7 October, 2008 in Librarians, Library News, Preservation
Georgia librarians and library supporters - there is the potential for a new license plate supporting public libraries in Georgia sponsored by the Georgia Center for the book! 1,000 people have to sign up for the plate before December 31st before the plate will be produced. Go sign up today!
TGIF!
Posted by Jennifer on 25 July, 2008 in Librarians, Library Humor
We all may know all the movies about the library but did you know that there are many, many songs about the library? There are indeed. Check out the list here from Blisspix.net and enjoy this adorable song about the library from Strawberry Jam I stumbled on from youtube.
In order to spice up this blog, [...]
Free online information seminars featuring SOLINET members
Posted by Jennifer on 10 June, 2008 in Educational Services, Librarians, Technology
The SirsiDynix Institute is providing FREE access to industry-leading speakers and events, to support librarianship and advance the work of librarians around the world.
The SirsiDynix Institue has planned a biweekly Web conference where presenters will share their expertise in order to enhance your understanding of current topics especially those important to librarians.
This week’s speaker [...]
To all the new Librarians out there…
Posted by Jennifer on 30 April, 2008 in Librarians, Uncategorized
To all the recently graduated Librarians out there, congratulations from SOLINET! SOLINET has a new librarian among us in the office too. Charlie Sicignano, a voice many of you may have heard on the SOLINET Member Services Help Desk, will be graduating with a Masters of Library Science from Florida State University this month.
We know [...]
The Deadline Approaches! (Pssst - it’s Thursday)
Posted by Laura on 28 January, 2008 in Cataloging, Conferences, Digital Libraries, Electronic Databases, Librarians, SAMM
SOLINET, Southeastern Library Network, and the SOLINET Annual Meeting Planning Committee invite proposals for a panel or an individual presentation for the 2008 Annual Meeting to be held May 8-9 in Atlanta, Georgia.
The theme for the 2008 meeting is “The Transformed Library.” We seek examples of practical approaches to innovation in libraries. Have you employed [...]
Be a part of the SOLINET Annual Meeting 2008!
Posted by Laura on 3 January, 2008 in Cataloging, Conferences, Digital Libraries, Electronic Databases, Librarians, SAMM
SOLINET, Southeastern Library Network, and the SOLINET Annual Meeting Planning Committee invite proposals for a panel or an individual presentation for the 2008 Annual Meeting to be held May 8-9 in Atlanta, Georgia.
The theme for the 2008 meeting is “The Transformed Library.” We seek examples of practical approaches to innovation in libraries. Have you employed [...]
The Librarians on television
Posted by Christine on 4 November, 2007 in Librarians, Library Humor, Library News, Public Libraries
from Christine…
“The Librarians” premiered on the Australian Broadcasting Commission last week, with much celebration by the profession including special showings and parties. Set in Melbourne, it features characters that you would probably recognise and sets you certainly would. Most people’s favourite is the front door which announces Interactive Learning Centre, with a word processed sign [...]