Do not miss this stellar . . . → Read More: Medieval Hand Papermaker to lecture in SLC Oct 18th]]> Some days I just get tired of all the new age talk, the 21st century hype. That’s one reason that when I got the message from Randy Silverman about a Medieval Hand Papermaking lecture by Jacques Brejoux I was genuinely thrilled. Something new (OK only new to me) in the library world.

Do not miss this stellar opportunity to hear one of the world’s great hand papermakers discuss his contributions to the advancement of the craft. His papers are dearly prized by conservators such as Christopher Clarkson for use in paper case bindings.

With more than 30 years experience exploring the craft of hand papermaking in Puymoyen, France (where paper was first made in 1539), Jacques Brejoux recently completed a full-scale set of medieval stampers to prepare pulp and improve the quality of his papers. Years of work and 30,000 Euros later, Mr. Brejoux has realized one of the most significant accomplishments in contemporary hand papermaking. This lecture describes the entire medieval stamper project and the unusual, multi-ply papers that result from beaten, 70-year old linen rags. The finished papers are coveted by conservators and artists internationally.

You should definitely get outside of your usual 21st century hum drum and come hear Monsieur Brejoux speak to a topic so historic it’s worth all you can do to get there.

Oct. 18, 7 pm. President’s reception previous at 6:30, Alta Club. Attendees are encouraged to have dinner before or after the event at the Alta Club.

Sponsor: University of Utah’s Marriott Library. Contact Randy Silverman for more information.

As a library system director I get asked for advice regularly, but in the last few months the requests have been growing louder. How do I control the fear, what is leadership in tough times all about, why is inaction not an option this time . . . → Read More: Free online training in May for librarians]]> May 13,  10-11 am Mountain Time:  Leading in Difficult Times (SirsiDynix Institute)

As a library system director I get asked for advice regularly, but in the last few months the requests have been growing louder. How do I control the fear, what is leadership in tough times all about, why is inaction not an option this time around? Join Kitty Pope as she walks through the process and the message which is all about hope and courage.  Register:  http://www.sirsidynixinstitute.com/seminar_page.php?sid=112

May 13, 12-1 pm Mountain Time: Push, Pull, Delight: My Library, My Collection, My Expert (Library Journal Webinar)

Push, Pull, Delight features a panel of collection, outreach and marketing experts who will discuss methods being used in their libraries to deepen and extend services and collections to patrons with ever growing expectations, and information appetites. Register:  http://www.libraryjournal.com/webcasts/48747/Webcasts.html

May 13, 12-1 pm Mountain Time: Spanish Language Outreach Success Stories (WebJunction Webinar)

Join three Montana librarians for a one-hour free webinar featuring real-world examples of successful outreach. Amy Ling (North Valley Public Library), Marie Habener (Dillon Public Library) and Molly Ledermann (Missoula Public Library) will present the work they have done to sustain the momentum of WebJunction’s Spanish Language Outreach project, and discuss their ongoing strategies to assess community needs, make their libraries more welcoming, develop programming, and foster connections with Spanish-speaking communities. Montana librarians became involved with Spanish Language Outreach through participation in workshops in seven Montana communities. Since then, they have used the MTSLO blog to showcase those who continue to provide outreach activities, services and programs for Spanish Speakers in their communities. Register: http://evanced.info/webjunction/evanced/eventcalendar.asp

May 15, 12-1 pm Mountain Time:  ALA Connections Salon: Education and Recruitment (OPAL)

Join us for an informal conversation about educating and recruiting library workers for the 21st century. Register:  http://www.opal-online.org/progschrono.htm

May 15, 2-3 pm Mountain Time: Introduction to Markup Languages (BCR)

Did you know that the term “markup” has actually been around for centuries? It is historically a publishing term, where early original manuscripts were “marked up” in preparation for printing. What does markup mean in this present technical age? Come decode the coding of markup languages like SGML, HTML, CSS, and XML. More importantly, learn about their impact on library and patron services. No “techie” experience required! Register:

http://www.bcr.org/training/schedule/programdetail.php?programid=353

May 27, 1-2 pm Mountain Time: Hazardous Substances Data Bank, Haz-Map, and WISER (National Library of Medicine)

Hazardous Substances Data Bank, Haz-Map, and WISER. The National Network of Libraries of Medicine, MidContinental Region is presenting a new series of online classes. Once a month in 2009, liaisons will present information and exercises on various databases from the National Library of Medicine in an hour-long web conference. All classes are free and no registration is required. You will simply need 1) a computer with Internet access and 2) a phone (the system will call you – free of charge).   To join the webinar, go to: https://webmeeting.nih.gov/mcrupdate/ on the day of the program.

Colleen and I are hoping we can get through this stuff in the morning, leaving us all afternoon for hands on time with . . . → Read More: Are you ready for next week?]]> I am. Mostly! Here’s what we’ll be going over:

• Share some successes and rants and what’s going on with your site.
  
• What’s new in WP 2.6
  Changes in Menu
  Theme activation
  Media Manager
  Sidebar manager
• One Click Installer plugin updated
• Google Analytics

Colleen and I are hoping we can get through this stuff in the morning, leaving us all afternoon for hands on time with your sites. As always, bring questions, image files, anything you might want to add to your site!

Also – Please make sure you have a Google account set up before we start. If you’re using any Google products (gmail, blogger, picasa, google docs, iGoogle, etc) then you already have an account – and we can definitely use that!

See you next week!