Hi all,
I'm pleased to advise the podcast recording is now available via our ARCoM web page, of two presenters at our recent event, Digital Repositories in 2008:
http://alia.org.au/groups/arcom/digital.repositories.2008.html
Here is a nice professional development opportunity to listen to these aspects of the latest trends in electronic repositories:
The DSTO DSpace Repository
Catherine Hunt, Director Library & Information Services,
Defence Science and Technology Organisation
bepress Digital Commons & Selected Works
Tony Hilker, Sales Manager - Australia/NZ,
Berkeley Electronic Press
Regards,
Kylie Jarrett
Convenor, the ALIA ARCoM Group
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Monday, August 11, 2008
South Australian Library Achiever of the Year
It is our great pleasure to announce that Ian Hildebrand of Mt Barker Community Library was named the 2008 South Australian Library Achiever of the Year at last night’s award ceremony.
Ian was nominated for Innovative program development and creation of local business and community links for Mount Barker Community Library.
In the past five years, under the leadership of Ian, Mt Barker Community Library has positioned itself as the heart of the community. Over this period the number of people visiting the library has increased by 60%.
Ian has developed partnerships with a variety of local and statewide organisations including booksellers and publishers, TAFESA Wallis Cinemas, Dominos Pizza and Monarto Zoo. He has used the media very effectively to promote the library and it’s services.
His innovation in children’s programming has resulted in a 500% increase in participation levels in the past three years, some examples of the many programs include living library, school holiday discos, and Rock Star for a Day program.
Ian was successful from a strong field of contenders and all nominees are congratulated on the quality of their nominations.
ALIA South Australian Student Awards
Acknowledgement was also made to South Australian recipients of the ALIA student awards for Information Studies courses.
Heather Iveson received the award for completion of the Graduate Diploma. Janet Bradshaw received the award for completion of the Bachelor Degree.
ALIA Silver Pin recipients
ALIA silver pins were presented to Bill Cations (Flinders University), Christine Cother (University of South Australia) and Hayley Morton (SA Water) who have all served for five or more terms on ALIA committees.
Thanks again to Raeco for sponsoring the Library Achiever of the Year Award, 3M Library Systems, Ex-Libris, Public Libraries South Australia for sponsoring the award presentation evening, and the State Library of South Australia for provision of the lovely venue.
Benita Wheeler & Hayley Morton
ALIA SA Co-Convenors
ARCoM presents Digital Repositories in 2008
For the latest on sharing electronic resources among user communities locally and around the world, join us to hear from:
Catherine Hunt, Director Library & Information Services, Defence Science and Technology Organisation
The DSTO DSpace Repository
In 2005 the Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) Research Library commenced a project to provide a comprehensive repository of the organisation’s Technical Reports, using the open source software DSpace. The presentation will outline how they established the project, lessons learnt, and what their future direction holds.
Tony Hilker, Sales Manager - Australia/NZ, Berkeley Electronic Press
bepress Digital Commons
Tony will introduce Digital Commons institutional repositories as a hosted solution for institutes. He’ll talk about the advantages for institutions in having their IR hosted, and how the unique features of Digital Commons are helping institutions engage faculty, recruit content and make their IRs a success.
Kate Sergeant, Digital Resource Services Coordinator, University of South Australia Library
ARROW and related projects at UniSA
Kate will give an overview of the ARROW and related projects. She’ll talk about the benefits of repositories for researchers, including a demo of some of the features of arrow@UniSA. Also, she will present on other kinds of repositories at UniSA - archive, ereserve repository and an index/abstract database housed in repository architecture.
When: Monday 25th August 2008
Where: Ira Raymond Room, Barr Smith Library, University of Adelaide
Time: 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start (finishing 7.30-8.00pm)
Cost: ALIA members $7.00, non-members $10.00
Drinks and nibbles will be provided.
RSVP to Denise Dunn: Denise.Dunn@dsto.defence.gov.au by Thursday 21st August
Cheers,
Kylie Jarrett
Convenor, the ALIA ARCoM Committee
Catherine Hunt, Director Library & Information Services, Defence Science and Technology Organisation
The DSTO DSpace Repository
In 2005 the Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) Research Library commenced a project to provide a comprehensive repository of the organisation’s Technical Reports, using the open source software DSpace. The presentation will outline how they established the project, lessons learnt, and what their future direction holds.
Tony Hilker, Sales Manager - Australia/NZ, Berkeley Electronic Press
bepress Digital Commons
Tony will introduce Digital Commons institutional repositories as a hosted solution for institutes. He’ll talk about the advantages for institutions in having their IR hosted, and how the unique features of Digital Commons are helping institutions engage faculty, recruit content and make their IRs a success.
Kate Sergeant, Digital Resource Services Coordinator, University of South Australia Library
ARROW and related projects at UniSA
Kate will give an overview of the ARROW and related projects. She’ll talk about the benefits of repositories for researchers, including a demo of some of the features of arrow@UniSA. Also, she will present on other kinds of repositories at UniSA - archive, ereserve repository and an index/abstract database housed in repository architecture.
When: Monday 25th August 2008
Where: Ira Raymond Room, Barr Smith Library, University of Adelaide
Time: 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start (finishing 7.30-8.00pm)
Cost: ALIA members $7.00, non-members $10.00
Drinks and nibbles will be provided.
RSVP to Denise Dunn: Denise.Dunn@dsto.defence.gov.au by Thursday 21st August
Cheers,
Kylie Jarrett
Convenor, the ALIA ARCoM Committee
Saturday, July 26, 2008
InterALIA Asks
Introducting three new members of ALIA...
Ruth Daniell
Qualifications: BA, Grad Dip Ed (Sec), Grad Cert in Arts, Grad Cert in e-learning, Graduate Diploma in Info Studies, current Master of Library and Information Student (Research).
Employment: DECS -teacher-librarian
What are you reading? The Other Queen by Phillipa Gregory
What are you listening to? Hillsong
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party? Dr Phil
If you weren't in the library and information field, what would you be doing?
Something in ICT?
Juliana Brokensha
Qualifications: studying
Employment: Christian Brother's Senior College, Library Assisant, ESO1
What are you reading? Irish Johannsen, Murder Misteries, J.D. ROBB
What are you listening to? Elvis Presley
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party? Mel Gibson
If you weren't in the library and information field, what would you be doing? Craft, volunteer work
Sue Severin
Qualifications: BA, Information Studies
What are you reading: Truman Capote: 'In Cold Blood'. Previously Robert Cormier's 'Heroes' and 'Fade'.
What are you listening to: Nightwish - a Finnish band.
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party: Janet Albrechtson, Tim Blair, Truman Capote if he were still here.
If you weren't in the Library and Information field what would you be doing: Since I'm currently searching for work in the field I'd have to say: ask me again when I get there.
Ruth Daniell
Qualifications: BA, Grad Dip Ed (Sec), Grad Cert in Arts, Grad Cert in e-learning, Graduate Diploma in Info Studies, current Master of Library and Information Student (Research).
Employment: DECS -teacher-librarian
What are you reading? The Other Queen by Phillipa Gregory
What are you listening to? Hillsong
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party? Dr Phil
If you weren't in the library and information field, what would you be doing?
Something in ICT?
Juliana Brokensha
Qualifications: studying
Employment: Christian Brother's Senior College, Library Assisant, ESO1
What are you reading? Irish Johannsen, Murder Misteries, J.D. ROBB
What are you listening to? Elvis Presley
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party? Mel Gibson
If you weren't in the library and information field, what would you be doing? Craft, volunteer work
Sue Severin
Qualifications: BA, Information Studies
What are you reading: Truman Capote: 'In Cold Blood'. Previously Robert Cormier's 'Heroes' and 'Fade'.
What are you listening to: Nightwish - a Finnish band.
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party: Janet Albrechtson, Tim Blair, Truman Capote if he were still here.
If you weren't in the Library and Information field what would you be doing: Since I'm currently searching for work in the field I'd have to say: ask me again when I get there.
Friday, July 4, 2008
Date claimer: 5th August - South Australian Library Achiever of the Year Award Presentation
2008 South Australian Library Achiever of the Year Award
Presentation of the award will take place in front of the Treasures Wall, State Library of South Australia on Tuesday 5th August, 5:30 – 7:30pm.
Put this date in your diaries and come along to support local achievements in the Library and Information sector!
Presentation of the award will take place in front of the Treasures Wall, State Library of South Australia on Tuesday 5th August, 5:30 – 7:30pm.
Put this date in your diaries and come along to support local achievements in the Library and Information sector!
National Advisory Congress 16 July 6pm
Ever wondered how ALIA sets its direction? Ever wish you had a say in it?
ALIA is your Association and you do get to have your say at the ALIA National Advisory Congress.
Adelaide’s will be held on Wednesday 16th July at 6pm in room 1.07, Eleanor Harrald Building of the Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science.
All financial personal and institutional ALIA members are invited to attend Your Voice: the ALIA National Advisory Congress. This informal meeting will provide an opportunity for members to participate in discussions with Philip Keane, ALIA Director and myself as your Local Liaison Officer on the 2008 NAC focus “Professional Development”. We will also review the Education and Workforce Planning Summit, celebrate the successes of the Association, and ask you for local feedback.
For more details, including the ALIA Planning Consultation 2009 paper please visit http://www.alia.org.au/governance/nac/2008/
We also encourage you to review papers written by ALIA members on the NAC focus of Professional Development. These are available at http://www.alia.org.au/governance/nac/2008/submissions.html
If you can’t attend, comments are welcome via our online submission form - http://www.alia.org.au/governance/nac/2008/onlinefeedback/ or by emailing us on planning@alia.org.au
Please send RSVPs to jeannine.hooper@alia.org.au
Jeannine Hooper
SA Local Liaison Officer
Australian Library and Information Association
P 0437 167 050
e jeannine.hooper@alia.org.au
w http://www.alia.org.au
ALIA is your Association and you do get to have your say at the ALIA National Advisory Congress.
Adelaide’s will be held on Wednesday 16th July at 6pm in room 1.07, Eleanor Harrald Building of the Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science.
All financial personal and institutional ALIA members are invited to attend Your Voice: the ALIA National Advisory Congress. This informal meeting will provide an opportunity for members to participate in discussions with Philip Keane, ALIA Director and myself as your Local Liaison Officer on the 2008 NAC focus “Professional Development”. We will also review the Education and Workforce Planning Summit, celebrate the successes of the Association, and ask you for local feedback.
For more details, including the ALIA Planning Consultation 2009 paper please visit http://www.alia.org.au/governance/nac/2008/
We also encourage you to review papers written by ALIA members on the NAC focus of Professional Development. These are available at http://www.alia.org.au/governance/nac/2008/submissions.html
If you can’t attend, comments are welcome via our online submission form - http://www.alia.org.au/governance/nac/2008/onlinefeedback/ or by emailing us on planning@alia.org.au
Please send RSVPs to jeannine.hooper@alia.org.au
Jeannine Hooper
SA Local Liaison Officer
Australian Library and Information Association
P 0437 167 050
e jeannine.hooper@alia.org.au
w http://www.alia.org.au
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
The South Australia Library Achiever of the Year Award
The South Australia Library Achiever of the Year Award is an annual prize which aims to:
- encourage recognition of a person working in any sector of the library and information profession in South Australia
- provide an opportunity to promote innovation and excellence within the library and information profession
- increase the profile of the profession
The South Australia Library Achiever of the Year Award is now administered by ALIA SA, a group which aims to support and promote the interests of library and information professionals in South Australia.
The award has been on offer since 2006.
The award winner will receive an inscribed plaque and $500 cash. The presentation evening will be held in August 2008.
The South Australia Library Achiever of the Year Award is again very proudly sponsored by RAECO.
Who is eligible?
Any person working in a library or information centre in South Australia is eligible for nomination.
Nominations can be made:
- by yourself, ie self nomination
- by the manager of your library or information centre
- by senior management of the parent body, or
- by one of your peers or a professional colleague.
What are we looking for?
The successful nomination will be judged on any of the following criteria:
1. Innovative practice in the development of library and information services.
2. Progress achieved in the implementation of new services or new technologies.
3. Successful collaborative ventures or partnerships in library and information services.
4. Creative approaches to marketing or promoting library and information services.
5. Demonstrated dedication to the advancement of libraries.
Please note that nominations do not need to address all criteria.
What are the conditions of entry?
1. The selection process is administered by the executive committee of ALIA SA.
2. Nominations are sought from all sectors of the library and information profession in South Australia.
3. Nominations must be submitted on the nomination form [PDF format, 64kb download] - also available from Hayley Morton - and should:
- Clearly indicate the selection criterion/criteria being addressed
- Describe the activities undertaken to meet the given criterion/criteria
- Provide a statement of support from the nominator(s)
4. A portfolio to demonstrate evidence of the accomplishments may accompany the submission.
5. Submissions may be made in either print or electronic formats (eg MS Word, HTML).
6. The closing date for nominations is 4:00pm Friday 18th July 2008.
7. The winner will be announced prior to the presentation, scheduled for August 2008.
8. The selection panel will comprise:
- The convenor(s) of ALIA SA, or their nominee
- A representative nominated by the sponsor
- Two members of ALIA, invited by the ALIA SA committee.
9. No member of the current ALIA SA committee may be nominated.
10. No member of the selection panel, or any of their immediate relations, may be nominated.
11. The decisions made by the selection panel are final and no correspondence will be entered into.
12. ALIA SA reserves the right to withhold an award should the selection panel advise that no nominees have met the given criteria.
How do I submit a nomination?
The completed nomination form [PDF format, 64kb download] and any accompanying documentation (eg a professional portfolio) in print or on a CD-ROM should be forwarded to:
Ms Hayley Morton
Co-Convenor ALIA SA
SA Water Library
GPO Box 1751
Adelaide SA 5001
fax 08 8204 1307
Nominations may be sent as e-mail attachments to Hayley.Morton@sawater.com.au.nospam (please remove '.nospam' from address)
Complete submissions must be received by 4:00pm on Friday, 18 July 2008. Late entries will not be accepted.For more information contact Hayley Morton on 08 8204 1305 or Hayley.Morton@sawater.com.au
- encourage recognition of a person working in any sector of the library and information profession in South Australia
- provide an opportunity to promote innovation and excellence within the library and information profession
- increase the profile of the profession
The South Australia Library Achiever of the Year Award is now administered by ALIA SA, a group which aims to support and promote the interests of library and information professionals in South Australia.
The award has been on offer since 2006.
The award winner will receive an inscribed plaque and $500 cash. The presentation evening will be held in August 2008.
The South Australia Library Achiever of the Year Award is again very proudly sponsored by RAECO.
Who is eligible?
Any person working in a library or information centre in South Australia is eligible for nomination.
Nominations can be made:
- by yourself, ie self nomination
- by the manager of your library or information centre
- by senior management of the parent body, or
- by one of your peers or a professional colleague.
What are we looking for?
The successful nomination will be judged on any of the following criteria:
1. Innovative practice in the development of library and information services.
2. Progress achieved in the implementation of new services or new technologies.
3. Successful collaborative ventures or partnerships in library and information services.
4. Creative approaches to marketing or promoting library and information services.
5. Demonstrated dedication to the advancement of libraries.
Please note that nominations do not need to address all criteria.
What are the conditions of entry?
1. The selection process is administered by the executive committee of ALIA SA.
2. Nominations are sought from all sectors of the library and information profession in South Australia.
3. Nominations must be submitted on the nomination form [PDF format, 64kb download] - also available from Hayley Morton - and should:
- Clearly indicate the selection criterion/criteria being addressed
- Describe the activities undertaken to meet the given criterion/criteria
- Provide a statement of support from the nominator(s)
4. A portfolio to demonstrate evidence of the accomplishments may accompany the submission.
5. Submissions may be made in either print or electronic formats (eg MS Word, HTML).
6. The closing date for nominations is 4:00pm Friday 18th July 2008.
7. The winner will be announced prior to the presentation, scheduled for August 2008.
8. The selection panel will comprise:
- The convenor(s) of ALIA SA, or their nominee
- A representative nominated by the sponsor
- Two members of ALIA, invited by the ALIA SA committee.
9. No member of the current ALIA SA committee may be nominated.
10. No member of the selection panel, or any of their immediate relations, may be nominated.
11. The decisions made by the selection panel are final and no correspondence will be entered into.
12. ALIA SA reserves the right to withhold an award should the selection panel advise that no nominees have met the given criteria.
How do I submit a nomination?
The completed nomination form [PDF format, 64kb download] and any accompanying documentation (eg a professional portfolio) in print or on a CD-ROM should be forwarded to:
Ms Hayley Morton
Co-Convenor ALIA SA
SA Water Library
GPO Box 1751
Adelaide SA 5001
fax 08 8204 1307
Nominations may be sent as e-mail attachments to Hayley.Morton@sawater.com.au.nospam (please remove '.nospam' from address)
Complete submissions must be received by 4:00pm on Friday, 18 July 2008. Late entries will not be accepted.For more information contact Hayley Morton on 08 8204 1305 or Hayley.Morton@sawater.com.au
ALIA SA Quiz Nigh
ALIA SA held its’ annual Quiz Night on Friday 23rd May to round off 2008 Library & Information Week celebrations.
Academic, Public, School and Special Library & Information sectors were represented and we even had a table of representatives from the Payneham Bowling Club (which was this year’s quiz night venue). It was a fantastic turnout, with a total of 128 participants.
The theme was Fictional Characters. Teams either dressed as fictional characters or decorated their tables in a fictional theme (or both!), and included the Mad-Hatters Tea Party, Harry Potter, Teddy Bears picnic and pirates and wenches. The prize for best dressed/table went to the Teddy Bears picnic. This table went all out! So many teddy bears at the table there was hardly room for the quiz participants, books about bears, gummi bears, tiny teddies, and not one but two homemade teddy bear cakes!
A good time was had by all. Competition was fierce, despite the questions seeming to be disproportionately weighted in favour of those with knowledge of breweries!
The evening’s major sponsor was CIVICA http://civica.co.uk/AUS/ . Ruza Obradovic attended as the CIVICA representative and performed the honour of prize distributions.
Prizes were generously contributed by CIVICA, Dymocks Rundle Mall store, Charminar Indian restaurant, Hilton Public Library, Tea Tree Gully Public Library.
The role of quiz master was fabulously carried out by Craig Sinclair.
Our thanks go to both Craig and all our sponsors for contributing to another successful evening.
Academic, Public, School and Special Library & Information sectors were represented and we even had a table of representatives from the Payneham Bowling Club (which was this year’s quiz night venue). It was a fantastic turnout, with a total of 128 participants.
The theme was Fictional Characters. Teams either dressed as fictional characters or decorated their tables in a fictional theme (or both!), and included the Mad-Hatters Tea Party, Harry Potter, Teddy Bears picnic and pirates and wenches. The prize for best dressed/table went to the Teddy Bears picnic. This table went all out! So many teddy bears at the table there was hardly room for the quiz participants, books about bears, gummi bears, tiny teddies, and not one but two homemade teddy bear cakes!
A good time was had by all. Competition was fierce, despite the questions seeming to be disproportionately weighted in favour of those with knowledge of breweries!
The evening’s major sponsor was CIVICA http://civica.co.uk/AUS/ . Ruza Obradovic attended as the CIVICA representative and performed the honour of prize distributions.
Prizes were generously contributed by CIVICA, Dymocks Rundle Mall store, Charminar Indian restaurant, Hilton Public Library, Tea Tree Gully Public Library.
The role of quiz master was fabulously carried out by Craig Sinclair.
Our thanks go to both Craig and all our sponsors for contributing to another successful evening.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Advanced warning
The Third Library Achiever of the Year Award will be held in 2008.
Details for the event are still being finalised, but ALIA SA would like to encourage you all to start thinking about colleagues or organisations that deserve to be recognised.
Stay tuned for official nomination dates.
Details for the event are still being finalised, but ALIA SA would like to encourage you all to start thinking about colleagues or organisations that deserve to be recognised.
Stay tuned for official nomination dates.
Upcoming event: Library and Information Week
Library and Information Week is 19 - 25 May 2008. There are a range of activities occurring in Adelaide and South Australia during LIW.
Including but not an exhaustive list:
- South Australian Library Technicians' Day Dinner 20 May. SA Library Technicians and friends are invited to attend a Dinner to celebrate National Library Technicians' Day. $30.00 per head; Drinks extra. Time: 7pm. Venue: The Feathers Hotel, BURNSIDE. RSVP with payment in full to Amanda Colbert by Fri 2nd May For more information, contact Amanda Colbert, Amanda.Colbert@cywhs.sa.gov.au.nospam.
- Special Librarians' Day 21 May. ALIA SIP SA celebrates Special Librarian's Day as part of ALIA LIW 2008 with a tour of the Parliamentary Research Library and refreshments at Regattas Bistro (Adelaide Convention Centre). Tour: 2.15 p.m. for 2.30 p.m.. Numbers limited to 20. For more information, contact Caryl Armstrong, caryl.armstrong@imvs.sa.gov.au.nospam.
- Morning tea @ your library 22 May to raise funds for the Cancer Council
http://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/
- National Simultaneous Storytime Wed 21 May 11am
"Arthur" Written by Amanda Graham Illustrated by Donna Gynell
- ALIA SA Annual LIW Quiz Night, sponsored by Civica.
Date and location to be confirmed. More details coming soon!
Including but not an exhaustive list:
- South Australian Library Technicians' Day Dinner 20 May. SA Library Technicians and friends are invited to attend a Dinner to celebrate National Library Technicians' Day. $30.00 per head; Drinks extra. Time: 7pm. Venue: The Feathers Hotel, BURNSIDE. RSVP with payment in full to Amanda Colbert by Fri 2nd May For more information, contact Amanda Colbert, Amanda.Colbert@cywhs.sa.gov.au.nospam.
- Special Librarians' Day 21 May. ALIA SIP SA celebrates Special Librarian's Day as part of ALIA LIW 2008 with a tour of the Parliamentary Research Library and refreshments at Regattas Bistro (Adelaide Convention Centre). Tour: 2.15 p.m. for 2.30 p.m.. Numbers limited to 20. For more information, contact Caryl Armstrong, caryl.armstrong@imvs.sa.gov.au.nospam.
- Morning tea @ your library 22 May to raise funds for the Cancer Council
http://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/
- National Simultaneous Storytime Wed 21 May 11am
"Arthur" Written by Amanda Graham Illustrated by Donna Gynell
- ALIA SA Annual LIW Quiz Night, sponsored by Civica.
Date and location to be confirmed. More details coming soon!
Sunday, April 6, 2008
Nuts 'n Bolts Session
ALIA SA Nuts 'n' Bolts information session for new members and office bearers was held on Thurs March 27 at the Ira Raymond Room at Barr Smith Library.
A dozen members gathered to hear from our Local Liaison Officer, Jeannine Hooper, as well as several ALIA SA committee members, and learn about the structure and tools of the Association. Some helpful tips were delivered, and some evidence of the benefits of being an active member demonstrated by new graduate Melaina Schuller-Tate.
Pizza and drinks were enjoyed, with thanks to Raeco, and the support of their representative, Jo Blake.
It was not only an informative night, but a chance to meet other new members, and start networking with library professionals in Adelaide!
A dozen members gathered to hear from our Local Liaison Officer, Jeannine Hooper, as well as several ALIA SA committee members, and learn about the structure and tools of the Association. Some helpful tips were delivered, and some evidence of the benefits of being an active member demonstrated by new graduate Melaina Schuller-Tate.
Pizza and drinks were enjoyed, with thanks to Raeco, and the support of their representative, Jo Blake.
It was not only an informative night, but a chance to meet other new members, and start networking with library professionals in Adelaide!
Friday, March 7, 2008
Michael Stevens The Hyperlinked Library competition
Congratulations to our competition winner, Carol Lydeamore of Streaky Bay, who submitted the following entry:
"I need a quirky entry to win".
"Mmm....... check his Weblog, YouTube, MySpace".
"Eh!?"
"Can you switch a computer on!!?"
"Yes!!!"
"Don't bother entering, just go!!!"
Carol was very excited to have won, and I'm sure she will be posting soon to tell us about the seminar and all the other activities she crammed into her trip to Adelaide.
"I need a quirky entry to win".
"Mmm....... check his Weblog, YouTube, MySpace".
"Eh!?"
"Can you switch a computer on!!?"
"Yes!!!"
"Don't bother entering, just go!!!"
Carol was very excited to have won, and I'm sure she will be posting soon to tell us about the seminar and all the other activities she crammed into her trip to Adelaide.
Upcoming event: Acquisitions tour
The Acquisitions Committee invites you to join them in a visit to the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia Inc. Library,Mortlock Wing, State Library of South Australia
Wednesday April 9th 2008 commencing at 12.30pm
The Library has a unique collection of 35,000 volumes - the largestnon-governmental specialist geographical collection in Australia.
The collection specialises in world exploration and discovery, traveland colonial history with particular relevance to Australia, SouthAustralia and the Northern Territory.
Come and learn about the York Gate Collection, why and how it wasacquired by Royal Geographical Society of South Australia.
Visit the society's website for more informationhttp://www.rgssa.org.au/society.html
Enter via the main State Library entrance, go up the stairs and wait by the Security office for your tour guide.
RSVP by April 7th to Sarah Townsend, Secretary ALIA Acquisitions.
mailto: sarah.townsend@adelaide.edu.au or ph. 8303 6155.
Wednesday April 9th 2008 commencing at 12.30pm
The Library has a unique collection of 35,000 volumes - the largestnon-governmental specialist geographical collection in Australia.
The collection specialises in world exploration and discovery, traveland colonial history with particular relevance to Australia, SouthAustralia and the Northern Territory.
Come and learn about the York Gate Collection, why and how it wasacquired by Royal Geographical Society of South Australia.
Visit the society's website for more informationhttp://www.rgssa.org.au/society.html
Enter via the main State Library entrance, go up the stairs and wait by the Security office for your tour guide.
RSVP by April 7th to Sarah Townsend, Secretary ALIA Acquisitions.
mailto: sarah.townsend@adelaide.edu.au or ph. 8303 6155.
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Michael Stevens The Hyperlinked Library competition
Entries have closed for the competition to win a ticket to the Michael Stevens CAVAL seminar, and accomodation in Adelaide for a regional ALIA member.
Thanks to those who entered, the winner and finalists will be notified in the next few days.
Thanks to those who entered, the winner and finalists will be notified in the next few days.
Friday, February 15, 2008
Attention regional members - win a ticket and accommodation for Michael Stephens forum.
ALIA members would have seen recent advertising for a CAVAL seminar featuring Michael Stephens, US library academic and author of Tame the Web blog http://tametheweb.com/.
The seminar is being held Monday 3 March at the State Library of South Australia from 1:30-4:30pm.
In this exciting half day seminar, Michael Stephens will explore new technology trends and provide a roadmap toward becoming The Hyperlinked Library.
ALIA SA has a ticket for the event to give away to a regional member, and the prize also includes one nights accommodation to help you make the trip to Adelaide, with the total value of the prize being over $300!
All you have to do is tell us in 25 words or less why you want to attend the Michael Stephens workshop and you could win. Include your personal membership number, and you must be based outside the metropolitan area.
(We are working from a definition of metropolitan by local government area, see http://www.onkaparingacity.com/statsandfacts/demography/onka.jpg)
The judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Send your entry to Benita Wheeler benita_j@optusnet.com.au by the close of business on Friday 22nd February.
Good luck!
The seminar is being held Monday 3 March at the State Library of South Australia from 1:30-4:30pm.
In this exciting half day seminar, Michael Stephens will explore new technology trends and provide a roadmap toward becoming The Hyperlinked Library.
ALIA SA has a ticket for the event to give away to a regional member, and the prize also includes one nights accommodation to help you make the trip to Adelaide, with the total value of the prize being over $300!
All you have to do is tell us in 25 words or less why you want to attend the Michael Stephens workshop and you could win. Include your personal membership number, and you must be based outside the metropolitan area.
(We are working from a definition of metropolitan by local government area, see http://www.onkaparingacity.com/statsandfacts/demography/onka.jpg)
The judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Send your entry to Benita Wheeler benita_j@optusnet.com.au by the close of business on Friday 22nd February.
Good luck!
Upcoming event: Nuts 'n Bolts
ALIA SA event
Nuts 'n Bolts Session 5:30pm for 6pm start at Ira Raymond Room, Barr Smith Library, University of Adelaide. Welcome and induction for new ALIA members and committee members in SA. Learn about your Association, how groups work, and the role of officebearers. For more information, contact Benita Wheeler, ph08 8397 7449 (w), benita_j@optusnet.com.au.nospam.
Please RSVP to assist with catering.
Includes pizza and refreshments, with thanks to Raeco!
http://www.raeco.com.au/
Nuts 'n Bolts Session 5:30pm for 6pm start at Ira Raymond Room, Barr Smith Library, University of Adelaide. Welcome and induction for new ALIA members and committee members in SA. Learn about your Association, how groups work, and the role of officebearers. For more information, contact Benita Wheeler, ph08 8397 7449 (w), benita_j@optusnet.com.au.nospam.
Please RSVP to assist with catering.
Includes pizza and refreshments, with thanks to Raeco!
http://www.raeco.com.au/
Friday, February 1, 2008
2007 ALIA Stars by Melaina Tate
Star light star bright the first stars I see tonight… the ALIA stars have been burning bright all year.
Our South Australian Stars have lit up dark libraries across the state with actions of inspiration, vision and passion…
While our end of the year event (AKA: Starry Starry Night) unfortunately did not take place, our ALIA stars did not miss out. Nominations were received and reasons given: it was lovely to see people thinking of others, congratulating others and sharing the spirit of recognition for work well done. So without further ado and I do apologise for the lateness of this report, I give you our ALIA stars in no particular order:
Mary Lou Horvat from the Parks Library
Mary Lou was nominated for her work on special activities for the African and other communities in particular her enthusiasm and dedication helping develop the ESL classes from Parks to other branches.
Ruth Daniell, Postgraduate student with University of South Australia
Ruth was nominated for her efforts brightening up her school library and developing programs to enhance skills. Additionally for starting up a Wiki for Information students to facilitate communication and the sharing of ideas between students.
The Extreme Makeover Team from Parks Library
After attending the John Stanley Workshops, the Extreme Makeover Team worked together to “revive the look and feel of the library and its collections, “on a shoestring”. The difference is truly inspiring!!” The team consisted of Lee Aldridge and, later, Mary Lou Horvat, and included Ola Wleklinski, Nicole Richards, Phoebe Westgarth & Rebecca Sandery.
Anne Richards from Gawler Public Library
Anne was nominated for her dedication to Local History and to this extent established the Gawler Public Library Historical Pamphlets and dedicated time to the embroidered items collection.
Helen Hennessy from Gawler Public Library
Helen was nominated for support of regional cooperation, and for fostering leadership and her support and mentoring activities within the regional library sector.
Two Wells Public Library Staff
Kimberley Hargrave, Amanda Kirvan and Dianne Henwood were nominated for their work and contribution to the wider community in establishing the new Two Wells Public Library through great team work and initiative.
All ALIA stars received a Certificate of Recognition for their contribution to Library and Information services in South Australia and a $20 dinner voucher to Charminar Restaurant. Many thankyous to all that sent in nominations and of course big Congratulations to all ALIA Stars!
Our South Australian Stars have lit up dark libraries across the state with actions of inspiration, vision and passion…
While our end of the year event (AKA: Starry Starry Night) unfortunately did not take place, our ALIA stars did not miss out. Nominations were received and reasons given: it was lovely to see people thinking of others, congratulating others and sharing the spirit of recognition for work well done. So without further ado and I do apologise for the lateness of this report, I give you our ALIA stars in no particular order:
Mary Lou Horvat from the Parks Library
Mary Lou was nominated for her work on special activities for the African and other communities in particular her enthusiasm and dedication helping develop the ESL classes from Parks to other branches.
Ruth Daniell, Postgraduate student with University of South Australia
Ruth was nominated for her efforts brightening up her school library and developing programs to enhance skills. Additionally for starting up a Wiki for Information students to facilitate communication and the sharing of ideas between students.
The Extreme Makeover Team from Parks Library
After attending the John Stanley Workshops, the Extreme Makeover Team worked together to “revive the look and feel of the library and its collections, “on a shoestring”. The difference is truly inspiring!!” The team consisted of Lee Aldridge and, later, Mary Lou Horvat, and included Ola Wleklinski, Nicole Richards, Phoebe Westgarth & Rebecca Sandery.
Anne Richards from Gawler Public Library
Anne was nominated for her dedication to Local History and to this extent established the Gawler Public Library Historical Pamphlets and dedicated time to the embroidered items collection.
Helen Hennessy from Gawler Public Library
Helen was nominated for support of regional cooperation, and for fostering leadership and her support and mentoring activities within the regional library sector.
Two Wells Public Library Staff
Kimberley Hargrave, Amanda Kirvan and Dianne Henwood were nominated for their work and contribution to the wider community in establishing the new Two Wells Public Library through great team work and initiative.
All ALIA stars received a Certificate of Recognition for their contribution to Library and Information services in South Australia and a $20 dinner voucher to Charminar Restaurant. Many thankyous to all that sent in nominations and of course big Congratulations to all ALIA Stars!
Interview with Andrew Finegan, Librarian Idol and Fringe act coming soon
InterALIA talks to Librarian, Cabaret performer and former Australian Idol auditionee, Andrew Finigan.
Andrew Finigan has an Arts degree and Masters of Applied Science (Library & Information Management), and several years experience in libraries, including academic and public libraries in Melbourne and Darwin. He is currently Manager of Karama Library for Darwin City Council Libraries. Andrew also has a background in musical theatre so is well equipped to branch into Cabaret performing. He will be perfoming 16 shows in February and March for the Adelaide Fringe Festival.
A musical exploration of one man's quest to make libraries cool again. Tackling a world of sex, politics, nerds and pop song contests, Andrew Finegan attempts to dispel the stereotypes and prove that he has what it takes to be a... LIBRARIAN IDOL.
Andrew first tried his hand at stand up comedy at a Campus competition many years ago, back when Britney Spears was virtually unheard of; "I held my own okay, but didn't really follow it through at all", he said."In 2004, I performed in a comedy musical called "I love you, you're perfect, now change", which was musically directed by Eddie Perfect, who also had his own show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival. [His] show... totally blew me away, and I saw him again in another show that featured Tim Minchin, who was also incredibly brilliant... I remember seeing them bashing out subversive, controversial tunes on the keyboard, and thought, 'Wow, I'd like to do that some day'".
"Flash forward to late 2006, when I'd moved to Darwin. There was a group starting a comedy room in town, and the call was put out for anybody who wanted to workshop some material and then perform it. I wrote a few minutes worth of stand-up, and a song about having an "over-zealous" Christian girlfriend (which is only very slightly based on truth). People seemed to be intrigued by the novelty of musical comedy."
"I wrote some more stand up and another song the next month about Vegemite and the US. The stand-up was fairly so-so, but they loved the song. So, I kept doing that. "
Andrew then put together a full-length show for the Darwin Fringe.
"I came up with the title after auditioning for Australian Idol, and blurting out the words, "I want to be Australia's first Librarian Idol".
Andrew is fascinated by the number of librarians who react strongly to portrayals of their profession in the media. "Some might say that many librarians are quite self-aggrandising of the their profession, I know that I have been from time to time, and this show has been, in many ways, a kind of self-inflicted therapy to stop taking myself so seriously."
He is also on a mission to reinstate librarians in their rightful, cool, place in society. His show deals with notions of popularity, looking at defining features of past "librarian idols", be it through religious leadership, arrogant upstart-ness, political activism, and exploring other possible paths to becoming a "Librarian Idol".
"Librarian Idol" is not just about being a librarian, but "it always comes back to this strange but amusing "mission" to justify my existence as librarian as being something far more important than society deems it." Andrew has continued working on the script since performing in Darwin, has weeded some content, and written a new song, relishing the challenge of being surrounded by some big names at the Adelaide Fringe.
Andrew is now in the conceptual stage of writing a new show called "Evil (Library) Scientist", and plans to perform at the Darwin Fringe this year. "I'm also planning on doing something later this year in Melbourne - quite possibly as a satellite event for the 4th ALIA New Librarian's Symposium". http://conferences.alia.org.au/newlibrarian2008
He is looking forward to exploring the world of Cabaret, and in the meantime Andrew Finegan, Librarian Idol, is quite happy with his career in Darwin and encourages others from southern states to make the move. "There's always work for more librarians up here in Darwin - it's a pretty cushy lifestyle, considering that the humidity is really not an issue when you have air-conditioning, living within 20 minutes drive from everywhere, with beautiful sunsets most nights, and no water restrictions".
You can preview Librarian Idol on http://www.myspace.com/andrewthelibrarian
or get more details at http://www.adelaidefringe.com.au/tixhome.aspx.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
InterALIA Asks
Introducing new members of ALIA in South Australia.
Heather Iveson
Qualifications: Graduate Diploma in Information Studies
Employment: Just finished my studies and on the hunt...
What are you reading? The Ghormenghast Trilogy, Mervyn Peake
What are you listening to? S&M, Metallica
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party? Everyone! (catering might be tricky)
If you weren't in the library and information field, what would you be doing? Teaching English in Japan
Karen Kiesau
Qualifications: BA in Library and Information Management
Employment: Manager Modbury Hospital Library a small library with just me at the moment. We have a couple of thousand books, and 50 odd print journals. We rely a lot on the SALUS group for access to electronic resources
What are you reading? Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (read it before, but it’s a good fun read), Dolls’ House Shops, Cafes & Restaurants by Jean Nesbitt it’s a book on 1/12 scale model houses for adults, and any art and craft book I can get my hands on.
What are you listening to? Every Living Thing by James Herroit, read by Christopher Timothy
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party? Mathew Riely, Raymond E Feist, Robin Williams (the comedian) – How big is this dinner party? There are so many people I’d love to get the chance to talk to, James Bond (hey who said they had to be real people?)
If you weren't in the library and information field, what would you be doing? Something with craft and textiles I expect.
Heather Iveson
Qualifications: Graduate Diploma in Information Studies
Employment: Just finished my studies and on the hunt...
What are you reading? The Ghormenghast Trilogy, Mervyn Peake
What are you listening to? S&M, Metallica
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party? Everyone! (catering might be tricky)
If you weren't in the library and information field, what would you be doing? Teaching English in Japan
Karen Kiesau
Qualifications: BA in Library and Information Management
Employment: Manager Modbury Hospital Library a small library with just me at the moment. We have a couple of thousand books, and 50 odd print journals. We rely a lot on the SALUS group for access to electronic resources
What are you reading? Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (read it before, but it’s a good fun read), Dolls’ House Shops, Cafes & Restaurants by Jean Nesbitt it’s a book on 1/12 scale model houses for adults, and any art and craft book I can get my hands on.
What are you listening to? Every Living Thing by James Herroit, read by Christopher Timothy
Who would you invite to your ideal dinner party? Mathew Riely, Raymond E Feist, Robin Williams (the comedian) – How big is this dinner party? There are so many people I’d love to get the chance to talk to, James Bond (hey who said they had to be real people?)
If you weren't in the library and information field, what would you be doing? Something with craft and textiles I expect.
Saturday, December 8, 2007
Christmas Carol
While our Starry, Starry night event didn't go ahead, Fiona Thomson decided to pen a carol for us. Thanks Fiona!
1.
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
and a Happy 2.0 Year!! *
Refrain:
Gd tidings we txt,
to U all online
we wsh u a mry Xms [2.0]
& a happy 2.0 yr.
2.
O tag us some friends on facebook
O tag us some friends on facebook
O find us some friends on facebook
Our network is here
Refrain:
Gd tidings we txt,
to U all online
we wsh u a mry Xms [2.0]
& a happy 2.0 yr.
3.
We won't go until we blog this
We won't go until we blog this
We can't go until we blog this
- Bring web service near
Refrain:
Gd tidings we txt,
to U all online
we wsh u a mry Xms [2.0]
& a happy 2.0 yr.
4.
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
and a Happy 2.0 Year!!
1.
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
and a Happy 2.0 Year!! *
Refrain:
Gd tidings we txt,
to U all online
we wsh u a mry Xms [2.0]
& a happy 2.0 yr.
2.
O tag us some friends on facebook
O tag us some friends on facebook
O find us some friends on facebook
Our network is here
Refrain:
Gd tidings we txt,
to U all online
we wsh u a mry Xms [2.0]
& a happy 2.0 yr.
3.
We won't go until we blog this
We won't go until we blog this
We can't go until we blog this
- Bring web service near
Refrain:
Gd tidings we txt,
to U all online
we wsh u a mry Xms [2.0]
& a happy 2.0 yr.
4.
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
We wish you a merry Xmas [2.0]
and a Happy 2.0 Year!!
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