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Group Name: Panhandle Library System Members: 10 Tags: nebraska, nrls, pls Description: PLS is one of six regional library systems in Nebraska. It is a non-profit organization supported by state and federal funds administered through the Nebraska Library Commission. Its purpose is... Group Name: Nebraska CatExpress Libraries Members: 5 Tags: cataloging, catexpress, nebraska Description: A group for libraries in Nebraska who use CatExpress for cataloging. Share tips and tricks, discuss how you use CatExpress, ask questions, get help. Group Name: Small and Rural in Pennsylvania Members: 2 Tags: pa, pennsylvania, public libraries, small libraries, social networking Description: This group is for networking, support and idea sharing for public librarians who work in the great state of Pennsylvania. Many of our libraries are small, we have unique funding issues and yet, some... |
Rural & Small Libraries
New Look for our Rural and Small Library CommunityWelcome to our Rural and Small Library Community. We are excited to bring you a new look and many new features that will allow you to connect with colleagues from around the country and stay connected with them. You'll also be able to share ideas and content in seconds and post them to the Rural Community for everyone. If you're used to using this area as a launching-off point into the resources and discussion on WebJunction, you'll see that not much has changed. You're still able to use the Navigation Rail on the left side to find your favorite content. Your discussion link is now a tab directly above this welcome. The headlines below will change regularly and give you the latest news and information relating to running a rural/small library. We are glad you're here. ARSL News
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Recent Rural WebinarsMotivating Your Board: Monday, Lawsuits, and Facilities (oh boy) This is our second in a series of board webinars for 2008. This webinar is all about motivating your board to realize their full potential and positively impact your community. Whether you have an active board or one that just goes through the motions, this session will provide tips for igniting even those with the wettest of wood. TWO Goal Posts: Library & Community Whose goals count? Why? This third board webinar explains why you need to keep your eyes on TWO goal posts—the library and the community. Your Library's Role: Bulls-eye or Fringe? Our fourth board webinar features the Port Orford Library in Oregon, and provides compelling reasons and strategies for getting a seat at your community table. Ellen Miller and Jim Connor serve as facilitators for our board webinars.
Rural Libraries in the NewsWebJunction and the Association for Rural and Small Libraries are building momentum and connecting librarians in a Community of Practice that provides information, resources and inspiration for rural and small libraries. This Next Space article discusses the partnership and highlights work from members in Iowa and Wisconsin. www.oclc.org/nextspace/008/advocacy.htm
Digital TV TransitionReferred from Emily Sheketoff, ALA Washington Office: This ALA web site includes information on the transition, the government's coupon program, and assistance for public programs, including how to get Radio Shack to bring converter boxes to your library to demonstrate how they work and how to hook them up.
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