GPLS Events

Rockmart Library reopens in new location

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:34:59 -0500

The Rockmart Library will reopen today in this new building. See photos of the new building under construction.

http://www.rockmartlibrary.org/

Grab GALILEO for Great Multimedia Projects

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:49:49 -0500

This session is great preparation for submissions to the Georgia Student Media Festival.

Cloud Computing 101

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:12:39 -0500

“Cloud computing” seems to be all the rage, but what actually is it? This overview presentation will explain what cloud computing offers libraries, how libraries are using these services, and what you should consider when thinking about using a cloud service in your library. A distinction between services for end-users and services for organizations will be made, explained, and illustrated as well as the terms used to describe cloud services. Learn how quick and easy it now is to deploy applications “in the cloud” using tools such as Google Docs, Google App Engine, and Amazon’s Web Services, among others. Resources for further exploration will be included.

Presenter: Roy Tennant, senior program officer in the Research division of OCLC.

Drupal 7 Basics for Website Management

admin — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:06:14 -0500

This webinar is a basic introduction to the open-source Drupal content management system for websites. Find out what Drupal can do for your web site/project. We'll explore the process of creating, editing and administering web content with Drupal.

Darin Givens, Webmaster for the Georgia Public Library Service, will be presenting this webinar via the Wimba Classroom. A link to the classroom will be emailed to you.

REGISTER HERE

Georgia Library Day

admin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:41:02 -0500

NOTE: Library Day was moved from Feb 14th to 15th because the GA legislature was not going to be in session on the 14th.

From the Georgia Library Association website:

"Show Libraries Some Love on Valentine's Day!

Please join us for Georgia Library Day 2012 on February [15th] from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in Room 216 of the state capitol building. There will be refreshments, information sheets, stickers, and opportunities to talk to lawmakers about the immense value libraries bring to American society and democracy.

RSVP to ebagley@agnesscott.edu by February 10, and see the flyer for more details!"

Every Child Ready to Read—New conversations on research, relationships and partnerships

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:57:27 -0500

Please join us for a FREE group viewing of the Every Child Ready to Read—New conversations on research, relationships and partnerships webinar on Thursday, February 16 from noon to 1:30pm. For more information please visit: http://www.ala.org/alsc/every-child-ready-read%E2%80%94new-conversations... Space is limited for this free training event. Please reserve your seat in advance by emailing Elaine Black at eblack@georgialibraries.org. Since the webinar is during lunch hours, please feel free to bring a sack lunch or make plans for your lunch before or after the webinar.

Every Child Ready to Read—New conversations on research, relationships and partnerships webinar

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:57:19 -0500

The library is located at 6488 Spout Springs Road, Flowery Branch, GA 30542. Please see the library website for additional information.

More information about the webinar and Every Child Ready to Read

Space is limited for this free training event. Please reserve your seat in advance by emailing Adrianne Junius at ajunius@hallcountylibrary.org

Since the webinar is during lunch hours, please feel free to bring a sack lunch or make plans for your lunch before or after the webinar. There is also a cafe located onsite.

Building a LibraryAware Community: Making the Connection

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:30:52 -0500

SPONSORED BY: NoveList/EBSCO
SCHEDULED EVENT DATE: Thursday, February 16, 2012
START TIME: 2:00 PM EST (EASTERN TIME ZONE)

Does your library need to build stronger community connections, but the thought of where to start leaves you feeling overwhelmed? This webinar will inspire you to kick-start the process.

We have gathered together four amazing librarians who will share the philosophies that helped them integrate outreach into their library's DNA. They will talk about their programs that built strong community relationships, helped library staff members make incredible connections with high powered executives and helped a community get on board with using eBooks. Best of all, they will talk about how any of these programs can easily be scaled to your library.

MORE INFO & REGISTRATION

Meet GALILEO for Elementary

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:51:15 -0500

An introduction to GALILEO for new media specialists and teachers.

Meet GALILEO for Middle School

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:52:08 -0500

An introduction to GALILEO for new media specialists and teachers.

Taking Embedded Librarianship to the Next Level

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:15:54 -0500

Price: $50.00

You create value for your library and your own position within it when you become an instructional partner to faculty and a mentor to student researchers. Starting with Course management system tools and citations lists, Buffy J. Hamilton will show you how to use free or inexpensive web-based tools to offer research instruction. By reaching out to students on the web, you will make instruction available when it’s needed, and this ALA TechSource workshop will help you start a conversation with your community of learners and keep it going.

Topics include

Proven strategies for developing meaningful partnerships with instructors and students
How to support content standards and teach information literacy using social media
A toolbox tour—Google Apps, Twitter, YouTube, Skype, and more
Examples of how innovative librarians are applying these tools today

About the Instructor

Buffy J. Hamilton is librarian at Creekview High School in Canton, Georgia, where she introduced Media 21, a participatory, transliterate learning environment for research projects. She received a Cutting-Edge Service Awardfrom the ALA's Office for Information and Technology Policy. A 2011 Library Journal Mover and Shaker, Buffy was also named one of Tech & Learning’s 30 EdTech Leaders of the Future. She blogs at The Unquiet Librarian and ALA Learning.

Twitter for Job Seekers: Tips for Helping Your Library’s Job-seeking Patrons

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:13:29 -0500

Twitter is one of the best online tools for networking and job seeking. Whether browsing job postings or connecting with people in your field, Twitter offers something for everyone. This session will cover tips and techniques for helping patrons network and find jobs on Twitter, and provide your library with ways to use Twitter in support of job seekers. Learn how you can use "tweets" to extend and augment your library services, showcase the resources and programs you provide job seekers and demonstrate the powerful connections you create in your library community.

Presenters: Brooke Roegge, digital information specialist, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (@PositivelyMN); and Andrea Snyder, manager, Job & Career Information Center, Enoch Pratt Free Library/Maryland State Library Resource Center (@JobCenter_Pratt).

Every Child Ready to Read—New conversations on research, relationships and partnerships webinar

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:09:04 -0500

Please join us for a FREE group viewing of the Every Child Ready to Read—New conversations on research, relationships and partnerships webinar on Thursday, March 8 from Noon to 1:30pm. Space is limited for this free training event. Please reserve your seat in advance.

Lake Blackshear Regional Library
307 East Lamar Street
Americus, GA 31709
229 924-8091
www.lbrls.org

To reserve your seat in Americus, please email or call Beth at btanner@lbrls.org or 229-924-8091

For more information about the webinar and Every Child Ready to Read please visit:
http://www.ala.org/alsc/every-child-ready-read%E2%80%94new-conversations...

Since the webinar is during lunch hours, please feel free to bring a sack lunch or make plans for your lunch before or after the webinar.

Every Child Ready to Read—New conversations on research, relationships and partnerships webinar

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:06:48 -0500

Southwest Chatham Branch of the Live Oak Public Libraries
14097 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419 (behind Target at Savannah Mall)
In the children’s activity room, located in the Children’s Department (1st floor).
http://www.liveoakpl.org/branches/southwest-chatham-branch-comin.php

To reserve your seat in Savannah, please call the library at 912-925-8305.

For more information about the webinar and Every Child Ready to Read please visit:
http://www.ala.org/alsc/every-child-ready-read%E2%80%94new-conversations...

Since the webinar is during lunch hours, please feel free to bring a sack lunch or make plans for your lunch before or after the webinar.

Digitized Maps in the Digital Library of Georgia

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:53:46 -0500

A look at Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps and an examination of historical maps to trace the changing environment of a Georgia city.

Authors Festival

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:45:39 -0500

The North Georgia region is rich with authors and poets who lend diverse voices to children’s literature, religious topics, fiction, humor and history. The library is proud to represent them in our collections. On Saturday, March 10, the Bartow County Library System will host writers at our 2nd Annual Authors’ Festival. It’s a great opportunity for visitors and budding writers to meet and talk with authors and buy their autographed books. Over 15 authors have committed to the event. The free event will take place from 2:00-4:00 pm at the Cartersville Public Library in Nathan Dean Community Rooms A & B.

Journals and Magazines: Best Practices in GALILEO

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:56:34 -0500

Tips on searching journals and magazines in GALILEO and optimizing usage with alerts and linking.