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How to Run Great Training Webinars for Librarians

   

 

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How to Run Great Training
Webinars for Librarians

90-minute workshop with Dan Freeman

Wednesday, June 12, 2013
2:30pm Eastern|1:30 Central
12:30 Mountain|11:30am Pacific

In this new workshop you will gain information you need to run effective, productive webinars that fit your needs and budget. A veteran webinar planner and coordinator, Freeman will reveal the tricks to creating an interactive, dynamic, and flexible presentation.

Topics include:

  • Defining webinars and their benefits
  • Comparing online to in-person presentations
  • How to choose the right webinar platform for your needs and budget

Dan Freeman is the Online Learning Manager for ALA TechSource and ALA Editions. In this capacity he has run hundreds of webinars and dozens of online courses for library audiences, being involved in all facets of their production, from content and marketing to presentation and assessment. He holds an M.S. in Library and Information Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has worked in several different library environments.

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Library Customer Service
 
90-minute workshop with Laurie Brown Thursday, June 20

Facebook in the Library: Enhancing Services and Engaging Users 
90-minute workshop with David Lee King Wednesday, July 17

 

Prospect Heights Public Library July 2013 Newsletter

Prospect Heights Public Library July 2013 Newsletter

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Niles Public Library Summer Reading Kick-Off Festival

The Niles Public Library kicks off their 2013 “READ: Build Your Future” Summer Reading Club with a weekend festival for the whole family.

Friday, June 7: From 4:30-6:30pm, kids and families are welcome to kick-off our Summer Reading Club by checking out the award-winning Niles Teen Center in the Golf Mill Shopping Center. Sign up for the Niles Library Summer Reading Club and receive free tickets to Brookfield Zoo and Dinosaurs Alive (while supplies last). Attendees will enjoy snacks provided by GFS Marketplace.

Saturday, June 8: Join us at the Niles Library for a light community breakfast (9:30-10:30am) and stay for Family Lego Build (11am-12pm) or Build A 3-D Puzzle (12-4pm). Everyone who helps build a 3-D Puzzle will be entered to win one of the puzzles.

Sun., June 9: From 1-3:30pm, Barry North will entertain patrons throughout the Library with a plethora of yo-yo tricks. At 2pm or 3:30pm (two showtimes), audience members will be spellbound by the talented illusionist, John Measner. He brings years of experience and a few live animals to the show. Pick up free tickets at the Youth Services desk 30 minutes ahead of time; space is limited.

Everyone who signs up for the Summer Reading Club from June 7-9 receives a gift and a ticket for a free hot dog meal redeemable at the Niles Library on Sun., June 9. For more info on how your whole family can participate in the Summer Reading Club, go to www.nileslibrary.org. Grand Prize for adults and teens is an iPad Mini. Kids can read and play our popular Summer Reading game featuring Glummy and his friends.

The Niles Public Library District is located at 6960 W. Oakton St, the northeast corner of the Oakton and Waukegan intersection. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Magazine Covers

Available
Free

Demco® Quick Gard™ Magazine Covers, Front cover is clear and Back cover and spine are navy colored, grained vinyl. Must pick up. 

Quantity(#) and sizes are as follows:

(5 ea) 8 1/2                         ,

(4 ea) 10 3/8

(10ea) 13 7/8 

(19ea) 12 5/8

Contact
Name: 
Hope Standifer
Email: 
hstandifer [at] blueislandlibrary [dot] org
Library: 
Blue Island Public Library
2433 York St.
Blue Island, IL 60406
Phone: 708-388-1078 ext. 21
Fax: 708-388-1143

Panasonic Copier

Available
For Sale

Panasonic Copier DP-1820E for sale, $100, good working order.

Contact
Name: 
Judy Kennedy
Email: 
jakenned [at] egvpl [dot] org
Library: 
Elk Grove Village Public Library
1001 Wellington
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Phone: 847-725-2155

Nortel Meridian Phones Model NT8B20

Available
Free

Over 40 used Meridian phones. Some in better shape than others. Must pick up.

Contact
Name: 
Judy Kennedy
Email: 
jakenned [at] egvpl [dot] org
Library: 
Elk Grove Village Public Library
1001 Wellington Ave
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Phone: 847-725-2155

Wilmette Public Library Awarded "Let's Talk About It : Muslim Journeys" Grant

The Wilmette Public Library received a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the American Library Association (ALA) to host this five-part reading and discussion series.  The Library is one of 125 libraries and state humanities councils across the country selected to participate in the project, which seeks to familiarize public audiences in the United States with the people, places, history, faith and cultures of Muslims in the United States and around the world. Norma Claire Moruzzi, Associate Professor and Director of the International Studies Program at the University of Illinois at Chicago will facilitate the discussion series, beginning in Fall, 2013.

Video Cassette - Kwikcase Media Security Cases - #89005 - Used

Available
For Sale

Description:  Video Cassette - Kwikcase Media Security Cases - #89005 - Used

Quantity:  250 Used - $0.50/ea

Sold as is - No returns.  Purchaser is responsible for pickup of item.  NO DELIVERIES.

Method of payment:  Cash, Check, PayPal.

Contact
Name: 
Laura Zanocco
Email: 
lzanocco [at] ahml [dot] info
Library: 
Arlington Heights Memorial Library
500 N. Dunton Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Phone: 847-506-2616
Fax: 847-206-2650

CD Kwik Case "Double CD" - #89002 - Some New, Some Used

Available
For Sale

Description:  Kwikcase Media Security Cases - # 89002 - Double CD

Quantity:  52 New - $1.00/ea  (purchase price was $3.50)

Quantity:  46 Used - $0.25/ea (purchase price was $3.50)

Sold as is - No returns.  Purchaser is responsible for pickup of item.  NO DELIVERIES.

Method of payment:  Cash, Check, or PayPal

Contact
Name: 
Laura Zanocco
Email: 
lzanocco [at] ahml [dot] info
Library: 
Arlington Hts Memorial Library
500 N. Dunton Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Phone: 847-506-2616
Fax: 847-506-2650

Extra Capacity Kwikcase Media Security Case - #89014 - Used Video Cassette

Available
For Sale

Description:  Extra Capacity Kwikcase Media Security Case - #89014 - Video Cassette

Quantity: 400 Used - $2.00/EA   (Or $1.50/ea if you purchase 100)  (purchase price was $10/ea)

Sold as is - No returns.   Purchaser is responsible for pickup of items.  NO DELIVERIES.

Method of payment:  Cash, Check, or PayPal

Contact
Name: 
Laura Zanocco
Email: 
lzanocco [at] ahml [dot] info
Library: 
Arlington Heights Memorial Library
500 N. Dunton Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Phone: 847-506-2616
Fax: 847-506-2650