OCLC/ILL database is an international database that allows libraries to request items from OCLC libraries nationwide. The ILL/MicroEnhancer allows the libraries to do the OCLC message file off-line, thus saving them money. To take this training you must know how to use FirstSearch. Pam Ewing provides hands on training for member libraries for the OCLC/ILL Web version. This course qualifies for 3 CPDU's RPLS/ISBE recertification.  OCLC/ILL database training and ILL/MicroEnhancer session is being held at RPLS, February 21, 2002, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.  and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

"Grow With a Pro Grant program: Gung Ho!” This event is intended for all library staff with the intention of improving workplace leadership and creativity.  It is being offered at three locations for your convenience.

Wednesday, February 27, 2002 from 1-4 pm at Lincoln Library in Springfield #494

Kevin brings the material to life with his belief that training should be entertaining. This "Gung Ho!" workshop is designed to bring out the genius and magnificence in all of us! You may register for this event on-line at http://www.rpls.ws/education.asp (the Shelbyville and Decatur sessions are also on the Continuing Education calendar or contact Angela at angelat@rpls.ws , or you may call Angela at 217/429-2586 and tell her that you wish to attend the "Gung Ho!" session in Springfield.

RPLS Seminar Public Policy & Private Peril The RPLS Seminar for 2002 is designed to offer RPLS librarians and their staff information and educational opportunities to help them balance the public policy needs of their communities with the privacy rights of their patrons. Phil Lenzini, Legendary Library attorney at Kavanagh Scully, Sudow, White & Frederick, P.C., Peoria, Illinois; will  present the latest information on CIPA (Children's Internet Protection Act) litigation and requirements, filtering, access policies and minors, and privacy issues arising from the Library Confidentiality Act in the internet context will be included.  The cost for the seminar is $20. Feburary 20th is the last day to register for the seminar. The seminar is being held at RPLS and the Decatur Public Library, March 4, 2001 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

I Read-Reading Rocks Learn about the summer reading program. RPLS member libraries will Brainstorm and then share ideas with librarians across the state via Vtel. Bring your ideas and be prepared to share.  Plan to attend the Artist showcase in the afternoon, to see how artists can help you enhance your summer reading program. This workshop is being held at RPLS, March 8, 2002 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Reading Rocks- Artist Showcase Learn about performers and artists available to enhance your summer reading program. Librarians will get a brief look at six performers. You can see what they do, learn about their cost and availability, so that you can book a great show.   Plan to attend the I Read - Reading Rocks brainstorming session in the morning and the Artist showcase in the afternoon. Be sure to sign up for  both sessions. This workshop is being held at Forsyth Public Library, March 8, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

  DRA Cataloging 2, will be offered at RPLS, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on March 21st  and at Lincoln Library, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on March 22nd. Instructor: Diane Kovacs Register online for this class at http://www.kovacs.com/rpls/rplsregister.html

You may also e-mail Diane Kovacs at diane@kovacs.com or  Telephone at 1-(877)408-5812.  Qualifies for 4 CPDU's RPLS/ISBE recertification.

STE: Whatever Happened to Carbon Paper? What does the future hold for libraries and the printed word? In an electronic age, what will happen to reading and literacy? Are libraries becoming anachronistic? How must libraries and library workers redefine themselves in this age of technology? As we try to "fit in" with technology, where do library workers, LTA's, and librarians fit in? Join us as we delve into this topic that concerns all of us... the future of libraries, and our roles in it. This workshop will be held at RPLS, March 22, 2002 from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m.

GASB STATEMENT #34: An Overview of the New Standard  This is a heads-up for administrators, accountants, bookkeepers, board members, etc., who are typically involved in communicating with the library's auditors about the annual audit. Those not involved with the library's annual audit are likely to find the program of limited interest and value. This session will be held via Vtel in the RPLS distance learning room at 10:00 to Noon.

IPLAR and Per Capita Grant: If you are wondering where the information is here is part of the answer. The Annual Report (IPLAR) packets have arrived at RPLS and will be distributed via delivery to the public libraries next week. As for the Per Capita Grant, you received a letter about the requirements. RPLS is in contact with the State Library about clarification on these and will forward that information as soon as we have it. At this time you should definitely plan on reviewing the Core Standards, Chapter 1, of Serving Our Public with your boards. If you do not have the books remember it can be found on your Administrative Ready Reference CD's or on the State Library Web page at http://www.library.sos.state.il.us/library/isl/ref/readyref/serving/index.htm

PDR (Physicians’ Desk Reference) Electronic Library Online, offered for the first time last year, is available to all ILLINET academic, public, school and special libraries. This session will be held via Vtel in the RPLS distance learning room on Tuesday, March 26 from 1:45 to 3:45.

The session by Jan Peach, Collection Development Coordinator, University of Illinois Springfield, on collection development has proven so popular that we have opened an additional session. Jan will provide an overview of some of the challenges in building your library's collection -- from meeting the needs of your patron population to database vs. print sources. Where does our budget get the most "bang for the buck"? How do electronic resources influence our purchase decision, especially for periodicals? And what influences do we consider in deciding what to add -- or delete?

Sally Decker Smith, Head of Adult Services/Raconteur, Indian Trails Public Library District will present a session "Why I Love Your Job, and How You Can Like It Better". "Do you feel like a tiny cog in a big machine that's wearing you out? Does your job seem boring and meaningless a lot of the time? Come and hear about a different way of looking at what you do--and perhaps leave a little taller and a little happier.

One way to start marketing your library may be to send some of your staff members to  attend Jane Lenser's presentation on "Telephone Etiquette". Even with the abundance of technology in libraries today, the telephone is still a primary tool used in contacting patrons. A simple phone conversation can make a lasting impression either positive or negative. This a program is a refresher on developing a friendly, businesslike, and courteous phone manner.

February 20th is the last day to register for the RPLS Seminar. The cost is $20 for any part or to attend the entire seminar.  Get the most from your money attend all the sessions and join us for lunch.

Here is the link to the brochure http://www.rpls.ws/class_descriptions/rplsseminar/index.html

Register on the Web at : http://www.rpls.ws/class_descriptions/rplsseminar/Results/registration_form.asp

You can also submit questions to Maggie McFeeley through that same email address.

• Lorcan Dempsey, Vice President of Research, OCLC
• Regina Reynolds, Head, National Serials Data Program, Library of Congress
• Carl Lagoze, Digital Library Scientist, Cornell University
• David Bearman, President, Archives and Museum Informatics
• Cindy Cunningham, US Catalog Librarian, Amazon.com

Emily Sheketoff, Executive Director of the American Library Association's Washington Office expressed pleasure at the increase for library programs. "This increase will allow more libraries to help communities recover from the recession," Sheketoff stated. "Many libraries in big and small cities provide on-line services for filing resumes and jobs banks for help in finding positions," she said.

Funding for school library materials, recently included in the reauthorized "Leave No Child Behind" ESEA reauthorization, would be set at $12 million, the same level as funding for FY2002. Unless funds for this program achieve a level over $100 million it does not become a block grant to all states but remains a competitive grant administered by the Department of Education.

"One of our legislative priorities this year will be to educate Congress on the importance of an increase of funding to make this money available to all states," said Sheketoff. "In order to have a real impact on young children's reading ability and life-long enjoyment, a big increase in funding will be necessary to update school library collections," she said. "Since the Administration's focus is on teaching children to read, what is available for them to read is of equal importance, and should be equally funded."

We invite you to a workshop at the Chicago Public Library on new approaches to teaching with digital content. The workshop, sponsored by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, will feature individual presentations from scholars, educators, librarians and museum personnel, as well as a panel question and answer session.

Target Audience: museum curators, librarians, school librarians, school media specialists, museum educators, librarians involved in special collections work and digitization projects, K-12 educators. This event is open to the public. Admission is free, but seating is limited so we invite registration by email or phone at the address below.

For further information, contact:

Nuala A. Bennett, Interim Coordinator Digital Imaging and Media Technology Initiative
University of Illinois Library at Urbana-Champaign
E-mail: nabennet@uiuc.edu
Tel.: 217-333-9048
Fax.: 217-244-7764
http://images.library.uiuc.edu/projects/tdc/CPL.htm

Celebrity Speaker Information: Jean Wilkins, Director, Illinois State Library John Berry, President of the American Library Association, Executive Director, NILRC: A Consortium of Midwest Community Colleges, Colleges and Universities Sarah Long, former President of the American Library Association and Director, North Suburban Library System Sylvia Murphy Williams, President-Elect, Illinois Library Association and Director, Dundee Township Public Library District Dr. Arthur Young, President of the Illinois Library Association and Director, University Libraries, Northern Illinois University Due to circumstances beyond our control, this Schedule of Events is subject to change. Please check again closer to the event.

Librarian, Sacred Heart - Griffin High School, Springfield, Illinois: Sacred Heart-Griffin High School has opening for a librarian. It is a full-time position beginning 2002-2003 academic year. The preferred qualifications include a degree in library and information science and some experience. For a complete job description and further information regarding this position please contact Sr. Margaret Joanne, O.P. (Principal) at smjg@shg.org .

Perma-Bound Books, a division of Hertzberg New Method, has an opening for a credentialed librarian. Position requires knowledge of children’s and young adult literature, excellent verbal and written communication skills, computer literacy, and database-searching skills. Ed. Requirements: MLS from an ALA accredited program preferred. School library/media center experience considered. Send resumes to Perma-Bound Books attn: Collection Development Department 617 E. Vandalia Road, Jacksonville, IL 62650 or e-mail your resume to collection development@perma-bound.com.