Registration fees for any of these workshops are set at $25 per person, per day. To register for any of the workshops, please submit the following information to Suzanne Schriar @ sschriar@ilsos.net

1. Name
2. Title
3. Email address
4. Phone number
5. Library name
6. Workshop name
 

You will also need to send a check, payable to the Rolling Prairie Library System, for the full amount of each workshop to:

Angela Thompson
Rolling Prairie Library System
345 Eldorado Street
Decatur, IL 62522
 

If you are interested in any of the workshops, please register ASAP to guarantee availability.

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS

Title: LC CLASSIFICATION
Instructor: Trina Grover
Duration: 1 day
Date: July 22, 2002
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Illinois State Library, Room 403
Description: Learn the basics of how to use the LC Classification System to classify and arrange your library materials. You will have lots of practice with examples using individual classes. Topics include:
1). Principle, structure and format of LC classification
2). Reading the schedules: from captions and tables
3). Cuttering
4). Sources of information and help.
This is an introductory class, so previous experience is not mandatory.
Required text: None
Fee: $25

Title: LC SUBJECT HEADINGS
Instructor: Trina Grover
Duration: 2 days
Dates: July 23-24, 2002
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (each day)
Location: Illinois State Library, Room 403
Description: This workshop will introduce you to the essential principles of subject cataloging using the Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH). Topics will include determining the subject content of a work; identifying subjects or aspects; LC's guidelines on how many headings to assign to a work, the specificity of headings and depth of indexing; types of headings; formats of headings; MARC coding in bibliographic records; reading subject authority records.
Required text: Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH). Bring volume 1
(any recent edition)
Free-floating subdivisions (any recent edition)
Fee: $50

Title: DEWEY DAZE
Instructor: Trina Grover
Duration: 2 days
Dates: July 25-26, 2002
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (each day)
Location: Illinois State Library, Room 403
Description: This workshop will teach you how to find your way around the Dewey schedules and tables to create call numbers that work. Topics include the history and arrangement of the system; the principles of DDC; using the Relative index; using the manual; number building with notations from the schedules; and number building using tables. Previous experience is not mandatory.
Required text: DDC 21
Fee: $50

Title: INTRODUCTION TO MARC: A BEGINNER'S APPROACH TO HOW MARC WORK
Instructor: Deborah Fritz
Duration: 1 day
Date: October 16, 2002
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Illinois State Library, Room 403
Description: Learn how to read a MARC record and discover how MARC affects OPAC displays and indexing; the importance of fixed field coding; the need for correct indicators; why we need so many fields and subfields; and how to read a USMARC record and talk MARC to catalogers.
Required text: None
Fee: $25

Title: SERIALS
Instructor: Deborah Fritz
Duration: 2 days
Date: October 17-18, 2002
Time: 9:00a.m-4:00p.m. (each day)
Location: Illinois State Library, Room 403
Description: This workshop addresses the peculiarities of print serials,e.g., magazines, annuals (e.g., Fodors and yearly reference items), etc.
Required texts: Cataloging with AACR2R and USMARC by Deborah Fritz. Chicago: ALA, 1999.
Fee: $50

June 21, 2002
8 p.m.
Light refreshments will follow.
Graduate School of Library and Information Science
501 E. Daniel Street
Champaign, IL 61820
Please enter through East Wing Entrance

Benefit tickets are $5 each, but we will happily accept larger donations. Call 244-9331 or e-mail ccb@alexia.lis.uiuc.edu for additional information.

Environmental Control and Monitoring, July 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  The most cost-effective strategy to preserve our documentary resources is by controlling environmental conditions including temperature, relative humidity and pollutants. We are all aware of the harmful effect of the indoor environment on library collections, but are often hampered in our efforts to make improvements. This workshop will help library staff to identify the source of problems, monitor the environment, and develop strategies for affecting change in their institution.

This session includes lecture and practical discussions covering the following topics: Environmental Standards -- discussion of recent studies and alternative ways of evaluating environmental needs. Principles of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems -- how these systems work, and key concepts needed to communicate with physical plant staff. Environmental Monitoring and Controls -- the effect of temperature, relative humidity, particulate and gaseous pollutants on library materials; guidelines for monitoring and improving conditions in your building. Implementing Change -- how to improve conditions using simple, inexpensive techniques.

The workshop will include an extensive packet of resource materials, plus exhibits of state-of-the-art monitoring equipment.

Attack of the Giant Mold Spore, July 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This full day workshop provides a general introduction to mold and its impact on library, museum, and archival collections. It focuses on what mold is, appropriate mitigation and eradication treatments, and how to avoid an outbreak. Through lecture and discussion, this workshop also examines current standards for mold remediation, as well as recent insurance claim problems.

A major focus of the session includes insuring that you, your staff, and your patrons are protected. Several approaches to cleaning mold will be covered: Simple, safe techniques for mold removal, including the use of HEPA vacuums; Avoiding the use of most chemicals; Organizing your cleaning efforts; Working with commercial firms - developing contracts and specifications.

Handouts on molds and treatment approaches, a reading list, and a sampling dish will be provided.

For information on how to register see the following website  http://www.ala.org/alcts/now/preservwkshp.html  Register by June 28 to receive your special early-bird rates. Students and those registering for both workshops also qualify for additional discounts.

To learn more about the ALCTS Preservation Workshops or to register, see the ALCTS Web site at: http://www.ala.org/alcts  Or contact:

Julie Reese, ALCTS Events Manager, American Library Association, 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611, Tel: 1-800-545-2433 ext. 5034, Fax: 312-280-5033, Email: jreese@ala.org

Read all about it at: http://www.imls.gov/closer/hlt_l0602.htm

1. Go to this Web address: http://www.comptroller.state.il.us/
2. Click on "Vendor Payments."
3. Key in your library's Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) or Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN).
4. Click on "Payments".
5. Choose "Secretary of State" for Illinois State Library grants of choose "All" for payments form all Illinois governmental agencies.
6. Under "Payments" the date the check was issued is listed as the "Record Date." "O" means the check is outstanding and has not been cashed. You can also click on "Warrant" to view the purpose for which the check was issued.

(Source: Illinois State Library)

ASSOCIATE LIBRARIAN, WEST SANGAMON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT, NEW BERLIN, IL: Seeking an experienced librarian to assist with DRA circulation and cataloging, children's programming. Candidate will have good communication skills, proven ability working with the public, and ability to assist customers with Internet and database searching. Work 28 - 32 hours per week in a pleasant, friendly environment. ALA accredited MLS preferred. Undergraduate degree plus library or teaching experience considered. Send resume to: Pat Erford, P.O. Box 439, New Berlin, IL 62670-0439.