CTLS, Inc. http://www.ctls.net Connecting Texas Libraries Statewide Wed, 16 May 2012 18:30:32 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Buda Public Library has a You Tube channel! http://www.ctls.net/2012/05/buda-public-library-has-a-you-tube-channel/ http://www.ctls.net/2012/05/buda-public-library-has-a-you-tube-channel/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 18:30:32 +0000 klehman http://www.ctls.net/?p=2446 They have been making YouTube videos with instructions for paper crafts and posting them to their blog and Facebook. Melinda Hodges says, “It’s been really fun, pretty easy and we’ve had good responses to them!” They use a Canon PowerShot camera to do the filming. Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/user/budapubliclibrary?feature=mhee Thanks to Melinda Hodges for sharing. Heart Shaped [...]]]> They have been making YouTube videos with instructions for paper crafts and posting them to their blog and Facebook. Melinda Hodges says, “It’s been really fun, pretty easy and we’ve had good responses to them!” They use a Canon PowerShot camera to do the filming. Check it out. http://www.youtube.com/user/budapubliclibrary?feature=mhee
Thanks to Melinda Hodges for sharing.
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To provide reference and technology use assistance to all patrons during assigned hours of library operation. Coordinate the library’s web site development and maintenance in conjunction with other personnel, including creation of web tutorials. Provide reference services to on campus [...]]]> Gail at McLennan Community College in Waco wanted to pass this on. Here’s the job description:

To provide reference and technology use assistance to all patrons during assigned hours of library operation. Coordinate the library’s web site development and maintenance in conjunction with other personnel, including creation of web tutorials. Provide reference services to on campus and distance education faculty and students. Research technology trends in a library setting and make recommendations for the MCC Library to stay abreast of current technology offerings. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: work with faculty as a liaison for specific subject disciplines; commitment to professional development; support and participate in activities and programs of the College. Evening and occasional weekend hours may be required. More details here.

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We have completed a draft of the agency’s Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) five-year plan for 2013-2017.  The plan will govern how TSLAC spends its federal funds during that time period. I’d like to thank all of you who completed the survey and participated in our focused [...]]]> from Stacey Malek at the Texas State Library:

We have completed a draft of the agency’s Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) five-year plan for 2013-2017.  The plan will govern how TSLAC spends its federal funds during that time period. I’d like to thank all of you who completed the survey and participated in our focused conversations to get us this far!! The draft is posted on our five-year plan website here. Please take a few minutes to read it and then provide us comments.  We really want to know what you think about the needs, goals, and activities we’ve identified for the next five years. As always, we appreciate your participation and honest assessment.  The comment period will end on May 22.

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]]> http://www.ctls.net/2012/05/notice-board-of-directors-meeting-2/feed/ 0 May Newsletter http://www.ctls.net/2012/05/may-newsletter-2/ http://www.ctls.net/2012/05/may-newsletter-2/#comments Thu, 10 May 2012 13:35:06 +0000 zroussel http://www.ctls.net/?p=2425 The May newsletter is available online here. We hope you enjoy the newsletter and that you have a great Cinco de Mayo, Mothers Day, and Memorial Day!

 

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]]> http://www.ctls.net/2012/05/may-newsletter-2/feed/ 0 Pat Tuohy Receives TLA’s Distinguished Service Award http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/pat-tuohy-receives-tlas-distinguished-service-award/ http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/pat-tuohy-receives-tlas-distinguished-service-award/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:26:19 +0000 Kam McEvoy http://www.ctls.net/?p=2417 At the TLA Conference this past week, Pat received the TLA Distinguished Service Award.  We are so proud of her! This award recognizes substantial demonstration of leadership to the profession. For over 30 years, Patricia Tuohy has provided outstanding leadership for the Central Texas Library System, a system that has grown from 37 to 80 [...]]]> At the TLA Conference this past week, Pat received the TLA Distinguished Service Award.  We are so proud of her! This award recognizes substantial demonstration of leadership to the profession. For over 30 years, Patricia Tuohy has provided outstanding leadership for the Central Texas Library System, a system that has grown from 37 to 80 libraries during her tenure.  She has also held a number of diverse TLA responsibilities, most notably serving as the Local Arrangements chair for Legislative Day in Austin since it began in the 1980s. Congratulations, Pat, for this well-deserved recognition!

]]> http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/pat-tuohy-receives-tlas-distinguished-service-award/feed/ 2 Visit Us at TLA Conference Booth # 1936 http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/visit-us-at-tla-conference-booth-1936/ http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/visit-us-at-tla-conference-booth-1936/#comments Fri, 13 Apr 2012 21:23:06 +0000 zroussel http://www.ctls.net/?p=2408 http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/visit-us-at-tla-conference-booth-1936/feed/ 0 Join CTLS in 2013! http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/join-ctls-for-fy2013/ http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/join-ctls-for-fy2013/#comments Fri, 13 Apr 2012 21:14:55 +0000 zroussel http://www.ctls.net/?p=2402 No system? No problem!  CTLS can provide an array of services that libraries need in these increasingly difficult times.  With money in short supply, CTLS offers ways to stay connected to your peers all across the state.  We offer on-site networking events, collaborative grant projects, telephone consulting, on-site continuing education, discounts on goods and services, [...]]]> No system? No problem!  CTLS can provide an array of services that libraries need in these increasingly difficult times.  With money in short supply, CTLS offers ways to stay connected to your peers all across the state.  We offer on-site networking events, collaborative grant projects, telephone consulting, on-site continuing education, discounts on goods and services, and much, much more.

Consulting.  Maximize your time and minimize your workload—let CTLS help! Our experts can help you with:

Youth services consulting on book collections, programming, summer reading programs, and working with youth volunteers

  • Envisioning your library’s future, from space planning to strategic planning
  • Personnel management issues
  • Board and Friends Group relations
  • Collection development: what to buy, what to toss, how to market to your patrons, and materials challenges.

Discounts on IT Services. Save 30% or more on labor costs! CTLS has negotiated group discounts for IT support on your behalf . We will find you the best tech talent from a large community of service professionals around the state. You tell us the problem, we put the call out, and you get on-site service. The outstanding quality and efficiency of the work provided is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Continuing Education. Keep staff knowledgeable and rejuvenated with exciting, practical training opportunities. Workshops include face-to-face training and on-request workshops customized for your library. Costs vary—call for a quote. Topics include:

  • Serving children and youth
  • Organizational development
  • Collection management
  • Long Range Planning
  • Board Training
  • Teambuilding

Resource Sharing. Participate in collaborative grants like Every Child Ready to Read, Science ROCKS, and Digital Literacy Corps programs. Join our OneClick eAudiobook consortium, or buy into the Large Print Circuit collection which brings you 150 recent fiction titles per year. You will also have access to CTLS LOANables.

What will it cost my library?

Level 1 Membership                                                               $300

Level 1 provides a baseline for staying connected with libraries in your region and across the state. CTLS keeps you in the loop with collaborative grant opportunities, regional networking events, a monthly newsletter,  member pricing and discounts on workshop seats, consulting, and other services. You also have access to CTLS LOANables—professional collection materials, iPads, Kindles, Nooks, programming kits, archival scanners, and more.

Level 2 Membership                                         $600

Level 2 offers enhanced services many libraries need for state accreditation or to upgrade services for their patrons. Includes Level 1 benefits as well as 2 free seats to on-site workshops, 6 hours of telephone and email consultations, and substantial discounts on IT services.

How do I join?

Fill out this application and send it in by mail.  The membership year starts on September 1 and ends August 31.  Invoices can be customized to meet your organization’s payment cycle and a monthly payment plan is also available.

Join Now!

]]> http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/join-ctls-for-fy2013/feed/ 0 Advocate for Libraries during National Library Week http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/advocate-for-libraries-during-national-library-week/ http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/advocate-for-libraries-during-national-library-week/#comments Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:17:11 +0000 Kam McEvoy http://www.ctls.net/?p=2394 TLA has created a handy tool to reach out and advocate for libraries in celebration of National Library Week. Go to Send a Message on National Library Week for an easy way to email your elected officials, so that you let them know how valuable libraries are to learning and educational advancement. Share your story!

]]> TLA has created a handy tool to reach out and advocate for libraries in celebration of National Library Week. Go to Send a Message on National Library Week for an easy way to email your elected officials, so that you let them know how valuable libraries are to learning and educational advancement. Share your story!

]]> http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/advocate-for-libraries-during-national-library-week/feed/ 0 Yomicon at the Austin Public Library http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/yomicon-at-the-austin-public-library/ http://www.ctls.net/2012/04/yomicon-at-the-austin-public-library/#comments Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:41:15 +0000 klehman http://www.ctls.net/?p=2382 The Austin Public Library is holding YomiCon again! This is an annual Teen Anime & Manga Convention, which won Project of the Year last year at TLA. Congratulations Austin Public Library!

Yomicon will be on Friday, June 8th from 3-8pm at the Ruiz Branch Library, 1600 Grove Blvd.  in Austin, Texas.

This free program is open to all [...]]]> The Austin Public Library is holding YomiCon again! This is an annual Teen Anime & Manga Convention, which won Project of the Year last year at TLA. Congratulations Austin Public Library!

Yomicon will be on Friday, June 8th from 3-8pm at the Ruiz Branch Library, 1600 Grove Blvd.  in Austin, Texas.

This free program is open to all ages, but is targeted for teens age 11-17.  Advance registration is required this year!

Want to learn more? Go to www.yomicon.org or check out our FAQs for YomiCon!

Thanks to Kathleen Houlihan for sharing this information.

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