DIY legal assistance Aug 5, 2009
Susan Lupton, a reference librarian who supervises the center, said her interns help people put their emotions aside and get to the issues of their cases. Listening is probably as much of a service as anything else, she said. (Helena Independent Record)
Postings will make Adams all a-Twitter Aug 5, 2009
When he s doing this, it s not really for public consumption, although I think the Adamses kind of knew that what they were writing would be read for many years hence, said Dibbell, an assistant reference librarian helping to coordinate the society s Twitter feed. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Library jobs, hours face cuts Jul 28, 2009
"Staffing crunchThe Titusville Public Library is in an exacerbated situation and is expected to curtail operations by 10 hours per week because of a staffing crunch.These cutbacks will begin as soon as county managers grant approval, Schweinsberg said.The South Hopkins Avenue book repository has seven job vacancies because of the countywide hiring freeze. Coupled with a reference librarian on extended sick leave, the employee schedule is short 229 hours per week."The existing staff is trying to... (Florida Today)
Students stay active in summer Jul 21, 2009
One local example of keeping children busy occurs at Calexico s Camarena Memorial Library, where reference librarian Lizeth Legaspi said her summer program emphasizes reading and learning, as well as group activities. These programs are very important because they re keeping the kids off the streets and they re very positive, she said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Info science revisited Jul 18, 2009
More than that, Google, Wikipedia and their contemporaries in the Web applications world have replaced the reference librarian as the expert gatekeeper to the vast storehouse of human knowledge ... The vital service that reference librarians always provided backed by a highly developed infrastructure of knowledge collection, sorting, organization and cross-purposing was the ability to find answers to complex questions and make connections between seemingly disparate datasets. (FCW.com)
Erin R. Miller and Matt Milanese Jul 16, 2009
She is a graduate student in Library Science at Indiana-Purdue - Indianapolis (IUPUI), with plans to graduate in 2010 and is employed by IUPUI as a reference librarian and teaching assistant. Her fianc is the son of Lawrence and Ethel Milanese of Goshen, Indiana. (Kalona News, IA)
Mary M. McNally Jul 14, 2009
She retired as Head Reference Librarian in the 1980s after 50 years of dedicated service. She was known and well respected for her knowledge and ability as a reference librarian. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Budget cuts take effect Jul 8, 2009
There will always be a children s librarian, always be a reference librarian and always the full complement at the circulation desk, she said. What good is it to have the library open if you don t have staffing. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Keynotes for July 2 Jul 2, 2009
Winners were announced Tuesday, June 23 by reference librarian Cora Arsenault. PIANO PERFORMERS- Piano students of Hudson resident Maureen Bourgeois presented their annual recital for family and friends Friday, June 19 at Unitarian Church of Marlborough and Hudson, Church and Main streets. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Konnichiwa, Ol, Ni ho Jul 1, 2009
According to Reference Librarian Marnie Smith, the Web-based program offered by Mango Languages replaces Rosetta Stone, which was provided to library patrons until last year. The program was very popular, she said. (Burlington Union, MA)
Summer reading programs kick off Jun 27, 2009
Adults are being urged to "Create, Explore and Participate at Your Library." The library has chosen many selections to encourage adults to be creative on vacation, at home, in the kitchen or in the arts "We came up with themes to make it more fun," said Terri Corry, the reference librarian. The library will also display books that patrons may not often realize it has to add to the excitement. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
• COLUMN: Magic Valley's summer of the UFOs Jun 19, 2009
But the best of all came Monday, before the column was even published, from Beth Twitchell Swenson, adult reference librarian at the Twin Falls Public Library. Among her other duties, Beth is the keeper of Times-News archives. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Mohler Runs Reference At Bartow Public Library Jun 3, 2009
Mohler, who took over as reference librarian on May 11, had worked as a library assistant since April 2008 while she finished her master s in library and information science. As part of her duties, she hopes to revamp the reference collection by updating old and out-of-date materials. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Travelers take new border crossing rules in stride Jun 2, 2009
"Most of our folks have gotten the message. There's always going to be one or two stragglers out there that were maybe living in denial," said Lisa Shaw, reference librarian at Presque Isle's Turner Memorial Library in northern Maine, which processed dozens of documents. Officials with Vermont's business community say they're hopeful the new rules won't hurt commerce, said Tim Shea, the vice president of the Lake Champlain R 000031D3 egional Chamber of Commerce, who had voiced concerns in the... (Concord Monitor)
Lincoln exhibit lectures begin with desegregation discussion May 30, 2009
Some patrons have assumed the exhibit is connected to the election of Barack Obama, but the library actually applied for a grant to host the exhibit in 2002, said reference librarian Jeff Tate. For more information on the Forever Free exhibit, including a schedule of movies and lectures, visit the Athens Regional Library System Web site at. (Athens Banner-Herald)
CONCORDCAN: Take advantage of towns farms May 22, 2009
Go to the library and use a public terminal or ask the reference librarian to suggest a book on whatever aspect of food production interests you or is a source of concern. Join a community garden or plant a vegetable garden in your backyard for the most local food of all. (Concord Journal, MA)
D&D plays big role in loves of gamers May 22, 2009
In his current game, Thomas, 40, a science reference librarian at UGA, is playing an absent-minded mage type who blows stuff up on accident. But his temperament is of a dwarf, interjects Smith, 42, who works with Thomas at the Science Library. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Elzy promoted; ISU looks for new libraries dean May 21, 2009
Elzy, dean since 1996, has worked at ISU nearly 30 years, first as a library sciences instructor and later as general reference librarian at Milner Library. . (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Wolfram Alpha: The search is on May 20, 2009
Alpha, in short, acts like a nerdy reference librarian who is equipped with the latest calculators and endless stacks of books and encyclopedias. Hit upon the right subject and it will excel at calculating airflow around a surface, showing the distribution patterns for DNA base pairs in human genes, spitting out prime numbers or computing and comparing crucial statistics for various national economies. (The Economist)
Tough times? The thrifty turn to library May 7, 2009
In times of recession your library remains the only free form of recreation, said reference librarian Ara Anderson. - News-Record photo by Sarah Voegele. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Astronomers bring IYA to Tawas Apr 28, 2009
The cloud cover came in solid and heavy at 6 p.m., but there were 17 people who showed up to view, said organizer and Reference Librarian Russell Besancon. According to Besancon, there was a large turnout for the lecture portion of the event. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)
Maury County celebrates ‘National Library Month’ Apr 16, 2009
April 12-18 is officially National Library Week, but reference librarian Adam Southern said at the Maury County Library it has been turned into a month-long event. For our patrons, all during the month, we have several different door prizes up for grabs, and on Monday we are holding our annual Patron Appreciation Day, Southern said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The answer man: Reference librarian’s work is all Q & A Apr 16, 2009
The answer man: Reference librarian s work is all Q a Crosse Tribune ... That s what Sam Wood, reference librarian at Western Technical College, has learned after fielding such questions as, How many people total have ever lived in America ... Wood became a reference librarian six years ago. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Tax season wraps up Apr 15, 2009
We re getting to the time where they want the extension form, said reference librarian Amy Spies. Not far from the reference desk, volunteers with AARP s Tax-Aide program had a full slate of appointments for their last day. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Hingham library use up in this tough economy Apr 13, 2009
At the recent Massachusetts writers festival at the library, for instance, an attendee told Reference Librarian Kathy Leahy she had put herself on a serious spending diet, stating proudly that her weekend s leisure activities had cost her only $10 ... Teens and many adults also have discovered the very popular collection of graphic novels that Reference Librarian Peter Thornell has skillfully assembled over the past few years. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Students’ Club Book Mart now in its fourth decade Apr 13, 2009
It was founded in 1898, said Adam Southern, reference librarian of the Maury County Library. If not for the literary club, there probably would not be a Maury County Library. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Keynotes for March 26 Mar 26, 2009
Walling will outline his latest book, Choke Points, which stretches from the treacherous shores of Iraq to inner circles of power in Washington, D.C. The series is free, and Cora Arsenault, reference librarian, invites the public to attend. Illustrator Wayne Hazen of Lancaster will be guest author on Monday, April 27. (Hudson Sun, MA)
More and more Portlanders are homing in on their house's history Mar 26, 2009
At the Central Library, where most searches begin, reference librarians say the recent interest is fueled, in part, by boomers, many of whom grew up in brick houses of the 1950s that now qualify as historic, according to the U.S. National Park Service, which sets the bar ... "When people reach a certain point in life, they look around them and ask, 'What is this context I'm in?' " says Emily-Jane Dawson, a reference librarian at the Central Library. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Books on economics Mar 21, 2009
Check in with the reference librarian for information. And check back often to see what s new. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
It hurts to lose support network Mar 21, 2009
If you or your family make use of this resource, then call your city or town hall - a reference librarian can easily get you the number - and tell your elected officials that you support your local library. Jacquelyn Miller. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Lincolns legend lives on with Stonehill professor Mar 20, 2009
We ve had Gary for other lectures and he s very popular, said Norton library reference librarian Jane Michelmore. He delivers his talks with a great sense of humor and he does his scholarly homework, so it s always very interesting. (Easton Journal, MA)
Library book group to discuss Women in Love Mar 20, 2009
Contact reference librarian Chris Woods if a copy of the book is needed. Sign up in advance to reserve a seat, or just come on the day to listen. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
People checking out local libraries in record numbers; funding in jeopardy Mar 15, 2009
Reference librarian Robin DeVries has been busy helping people find books about making career changes and brushing up on job skills ... If you re interested, call reference librarian Susan Stekel at (507) 452-4582, ext. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Library to host ‘Tom Sawyer’ discussion Mar 14, 2009
Mr. Freeland s experiences as a medic give him a perspective not often seen in World War II memoirs, said Adam Southern, Maury County library reference librarian. On April 21, best selling author Robert Hicks will be at the library to discuss novel, The Widow of the South. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Melrose People: Mary Grein Rasner Mar 13, 2009
Mary Grein Rasner, a reference librarian at the Melrose Public Library, does some online research for a library patron ... Reference librarians are an inquisitive lot ... If answers to patrons questions are not immediately at hand, reference librarians like Grein Rasner use their researching prowess and critical analysis skills to find them. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Wellesley Free Library staff changes in Reference Department Mar 13, 2009
Sue Hamilos, a former WFL reference librarian, has taken over the helm as supervisor of the Reference Department, and new reference librarian Michael Wick brings his experience from the academic and corporate worlds ... When she joined Wellesley as a full-time reference librarian, she was excited about starting its new blog along with the wealth of online databases available ... New reference librarian Wick strongly supports the WFL mission and has been charged with beefing up the career... (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Library Traffic Surges In Tough Times Mar 9, 2009
"It's really sort of a place for families to come that's economical," said reference librarian Manya Shorr. Shorr said more people are turning to the library during the recession to deal with important matters. (7 KETV Omaha)
Alaska factoid herder retires from library Mar 7, 2009
Because he's such a valuable resource, you'd think once his retirement party had wrapped up -- after he'd been presented the reference librarian equivalent of a gold watch -- gift certificates to Title Wave Books and REI -- that the Posterity Police would Dewey Decimal him, carry him down into the basement and file him on a shelf in the vault. Maybe next to the Captain Cook journals -- 225-year-old, leather-bound, hand-printed volumes that were stolen from the library and MIA for more than a... (Anchorage Daily News)
Librarian took logical career path Mar 5, 2009
Her duties include ordering young adult materials, planning programs and contests for teens and serving as a reference librarian for patrons of all ages. One of her goals is to get teens interested in reading, whether it's Pride and Prejudice, a Seventeen magazine or blogs, she said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
At Your Library: A little help for taxpayers Mar 1, 2009
Jennifer Pickett is the Reference Librarian at the Brooks Free Library. At Your Library appears every week. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Big Read continues at CSCC Feb 27, 2009
The connection with Mark Twain is that he fought in the war for about an hour before deserting, said Adam Southern, reference librarian. To learn more about library events contact Southern at (931) 375-6508. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The Week in Review Feb 22, 2009
Diane Trap, a University of Georgia reference librarian, came in third while defending her title on the television game show Jeopardy. The Madison County Industrial Development Authority voted to accept the private dam that creates Seagraves Lake, taking the pricey responsibility to repair the structure but giving the community an invaluable resource a potential drinking water supply. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Economy poses challenge for Hanover library Feb 19, 2009
Library patrons can also book a 30-minute appointment with the reference librarian for a one-on-one job search session. While computer use has seen the greatest increase, Welsh said library patrons have also been clamoring to supplement their entertainment options with the library s catalog. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
UGA librarian OK with single win Feb 17, 2009
Diane Trap, a University of Georgia reference librarian, came in third place while defending her title on Monday's show, which was taped in December in Los Angeles. "I'm happy I did it, and I did my best," Trap said Monday after watching the show with a few close friends. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Libary sees more patrons in late 2008 Feb 14, 2009
Reference Librarian John Burton has noticed a big upswing in those using computers to create resumes. For the first time ever, he s also noting that people are apparently filing for unemployment or doing their paperwork for maintaining unemployment, he said. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
UGA librarian "Jeopardy!" victor Feb 14, 2009
The University of Georgia reference librarian, graphic designer and cake artist settled a decades-old score Friday night by dethroning a" Jeopardy!" champion on national television ... Diane Trap, far right, a reference librarian at the University of Georgia, gathers with friends Friday night at the Blind Pig Tavern to watch her appearance on "Jeopardy!." Trap placed first in Friday's episode, winning $21,400 ... The University of Georgia reference librarian, graphic designer and cake artist... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Chief to speak about S.A.F.E Columbia Feb 12, 2009
This will also be a way to introduce Chief Bishop to the members of the community that have not had a chance to meet him yet, Adam Southern, reference librarian said. I m billing this as the Future of Black History: A Legacy of Working Together. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Keynotes for Feb. 12 Feb 12, 2009
Reference librarian Cora Arsenault said the program is supported in part from a grant from the Hudson Cultural Council, a local agency which is funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. READY FOR SCHOOL. (Hudson Sun, MA)
New IEEE-USA president shares members' concerns about their careers Feb 10, 2009
Day and his wife, Katherine, a retired science reference librarian, have two children, Sarah Day-O'Connell and Andrew Day, and three grandsons. IEEE-USA advances the public good and promotes the careers and public policy interests of more than 215,000 engineers, scientists and allied professionals who are U.S. members of the IEEE. IEEE-USA is part of the IEEE, the world's largest technical professional society with 375,000 members in 160 countries. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Community newsletter: Racine library offers Black History Month selections Feb 8, 2009
Jessie Miller is a reference librarian in the Adult Department and Jill Hartmann is Head, Adult Extension Services at the Racine Public Library. If your organization would like to contribute to The Journal Times Community Newsletter, please contact Steve Lovejoy, opinion page editor, at 634-3322. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Library Journal Feb 7, 2009
Matthew Moyer, Reference Librarian, Popular Media Dept., Jacksonville P.L., FL, January 15, 2009. There were two metal albums released this year that really didn't get their due from. (Variety)
