BlogJunction Connecticut
A weblog for the WebJunction Connecticut community
Library job hunters face distinctive challenges in today’s market, calling for new approaches. These are addressed in a free Jan. 4, 2012 webinar, “Real-Life Strategies for Successful Library Job Hunting: A Forum.” The webinar is presented by ALA Editions in collaboration with ALA JobLIST and ALA HRDR and is led by [...]
The following December 2011 webinars have been archived and are now available for viewing:
Common Knowledge: Facebook Features Update
InfoPeople: When the Clock Strikes 50: Planning for Retirement
InfoPeople: Building Digital Communities through Blogs & Social Networking
InfoPeople: Digital Preservation: Fundamentals
InfoPeople: Let’s Get Crazy! Library Programs On and Over the Edge
InfoPeople: What Will Happen When I’m Gone: Ensuring Knowledge [...]
*Do you want to surprise your community with exceptional programs?
*Are you curious to learn what new and unexpected programs other libraries are doing?
It’s easy to get stuck in a rut and book the same old performers and speakers. Why not break out of your comfort zone and develop programs that are striking, [...]
Preliminary findings from Annual Reports submitted recently by Connecticut public libraries for FY 2010-2011 indicate that library use has fallen from last year’s record highs. An early draft of the “Statistical Profile of Connecticut Public Libraries” shows circulation, library visits, and program attendance modestly lower than in FY2010. The chart section of the Profile illustrates [...]
Library Journal is now offering free registration (for individuals) to their upcoming online technology summit, Power to the Patrons: From Systems to Services. Registration also includes access to the tech summit archive for three months, so those who can’t stay for the entire day can log back in when they have more [...]
To remain relevant in today’s world, libraries need to build an online presence. With the proliferation of technology advances, it’s not always easy to keep up with the latest trends or understand how to master the technology to use it effectively and efficiently.
This webinar will focus on how you can build a [...]
The uncertainties that go hand in hand with new technologies in digital preservation can make “once and for all” preservation approaches impractical. This first in a series of four webinars will present basic concepts and approaches to dealing with crucial digital preservation issues today and make decisions that will position [...]
In this interactive webinar, we highlight the newest features released from Facebook, explain their function and role in Facebook, and most importantly, dig into why and how they are valuable for nonprofits – for fundraising, marketing, communications, advocacy, events, etc.
Along the way, we take your questions, talk over your suggestions, [...]
Congratulations go out to the Meriden Public Library and the New Haven Free Public Library for receiving approval of their recent construction grant applications. The State Library Board approved these grants with funding earmarked for distressed municipalities. New Haven Free Public Library will receive $318,524 towards a project to renovate their performance and exhibit area, [...]
*Are you planning to retire soon, and feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the things your replacement will need to know? Who will be able to train someone to do what you do?
*Do you have co-workers who are planning to retire or who are actively seeking other employment? Do you worry [...]