The official blog for students enrolled in the Minneapolis Community & Technical College Library Information Technology Program. This blog is designed to keep students up to date about what is going on in the program and to provide links to information in the field of library and information studies.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Save the Dates: Twin Cities Alt Press Events
Saturday 9/17: Powderhorn Park
Sunday 9/18: Powderhorn Park
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Read & Ride Day at MN State Fair
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
in Carousel Park @ the Minnesota State Fair
when you purchase a ticket at the gate. (One discount per card.)
10:00 – Super Why & Princess Presto*
Meet favorite characters from favorite PBSKids show Super Why!
Young dancers from tiny to teen delight audience with their musical moves.
It’s poetry put to music when Clementown performs songs from their CD, Polkabats and Octopus Slacks – the Music.
Share music and fun with the Okee Dokee Brothers. Enjoy their bluegrass sound for the younger set.
A tornado of whirling tricks and tips designed to dazzle audiences of all ages.
An action-packed comedy magic show for the whole family.
The Wild Spirit Band draws you in with American standards, bluegrass, jazz, folk songs, commercial hits, and original compositions.
Under the Tent
- Get Carded! There’s no limit to the rewards of your library. Show your card at the tent and get your I Got Carded button.
- Libraries of Minnesota
- Scavenger Hunt: Find the 10 photos from Libraries of Minnesota (Minnesota Historical Society Press, 2011) around Carousel Park. Then find them in the book and get an I’d Rather Be at the Library key chain or mood pencil.
- Book Giveaway and Signing: Copies of Libraries of Minnesota will be given away starting at 1:00. Photographer Doug Ohman will be on hand to sign copies. One copy per person, while supplies last.
- Maintain Your Brain
- Brain games to try out. You public library can help keep your brain healthy and active!
- Spin & Win
- Test your knowledge and win a library card holder.
- Story-On-A-Stick
- Save your State Fair memories on a fan custom designed by you.
- Minitex
- Celebrating 40 years this information and resource Sharing Program of the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the University of Minnesota Libraries assists all libraries in Minnesota. Find out how they make your library better.
- Minnesota Parent
- Pick up the latest issue of Minnesota’s premier parenting magazine!
- Twin Cities Public Television (tpt)
- Join your friends from Twin Cities Public Television (tpt) for fun take-away activities. Learn about kids shows that promote reading. Don’t forget to tell them “thanks!” for bringing Super Why and Princess Presto to the Fair.
MN Special Library Association Chapter's Continuing Education Event
Creating Influence: How to Get What You Want
12:30 – 1 p.m. Registration
1-5 p.m. Presentation/Workshop
Community Room
750 W American Blvd
Bloomington, MN 55420
952.884.4315
$35 for students, unemployed, or retired
$60 for non-members
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Moveable Type Truck slide show and afterparty potluck
I copied the following details off the public facebook event here:
Time | Monday, August 29 · 5:00pm - 10:00pm |
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Location | Minnesota Center for Book Arts and Zine Apothecary 1011 Washington Ave S and 3310 15th Ave S Minneapolis, MN |
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More Info | First, head to MCBA (1011 Washington Ave S) from 5pm-7pm for a visit with Kyle Durrie and her type truck--a truck turned mobile letterpress studio. At 6pm, the slideshow will commence. At 8pm, the Type Truck and the Fly Away Zine Mobile will pull into the Zine Apothecary (3310 15th Ave S) for the afterparty potluck. Bring the bounty from your CSA or a treat to share, and we'll take over the alley with underground press and zine-y fun times. Potluck + letterpress studio + 2 zine libraries= an amazing Monday night. http://type-truck.com/ http://www.mnbookarts.org/ http://zineapothecary.word http://zinemobile.wordpres |
MLA 2011 Annual Conference
You may want to consider volunteering; not only is this good resume fodder, but "enrolled library students" can also get FREE registration for the conference by simply volunteering a few hours of their time at the event.
If you don't want to volunteer, you should register by September 9 for lower "Early Bird" prices. Early Bird registration for the full conference is $175 for MLA members and $250 for non-members. After September 9, those rates go up to $225 and $300, respectively. In order to register in advance, you must do so by September 30. You can even register online.
There are some cheaper options if you register for just one or two days of the conference. You can view all the options here. There is also an online schedule for the conference if you want to look that over and plan accordingly.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Hennepin County seeks Homework Hub volunteers
Hennepin County Library is looking for volunteers to work with youth after school on literacy and homework related projects - reading, math, history, language arts and more. Volunteers must have some experience with school age children and commit to working once a week at a Homework Hub location for a semester. Homework Hub is at the following libraries – Augsburg Park, Brookdale, Central, East Lake, Franklin, Hopkins, Hosmer, Northeast, Nokomis, North Regional and Sumner. Training is provided. A criminal background check is required.
For a glance at our web page, please click on the following link: http://www.hclib.org/pub/info/homework.cfm
For further questions about the Homework Hub program, please contact Barb McKenzie, the program’s Coordinator at bamckenzie@hclib.org
Thursday, August 18, 2011
MN Internship Posting: Preservation Internship, Hennepin County Library
Hennepin County Library
The Preservation department with Hennepin County Library plays a vital role in ensuring the long-term viability of the Library’s print collections through repair and restoration measures, book binding, preservation photocopy, and other preservation methods. The Bindery/Preservation department also performs a consulting and educational function for staff on preservation matters
Commitment:
One semester, 6 to10 hours per week, September 2011 – December 2011.
Wage:
This is an unpaid position which could be for college credit or work experience.
Location:
Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
Application Deadline:
August 26, 2011
Duties:
Duties may include the following:
• Preservation bookbinding
• Construction of preservation enclosures for library materials
• Simple mending of library materials
• General processing of library materials including some clerical work
Requirements:
Candidate must have attention to detail and good manual dexterity.
Coursework and/or experience in book preservation helpful but not necessary.
Candidate has not completed an internship with Hennepin County Library in the past.
To Apply and For Questions:
Submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your qualifications for this internship to:
Barb McKenzie
Hennepin County Library - Ridgedale
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305
952.847.8579
bamckenzie@hclib.org
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
MN Job Posting: Instructional Media and Technology Technician, Osseo Area Schools
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8/2/2011 | |
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Description: Provide organization of instructional media and technology by organizing and supporting online resources and library catalogs.
1) Online Resource Support a) Support and maintain online educational resources i. Moodle (Learning Management System). ii. Identified and implemented online educational resources including Google Docs, WordPress, ePals, Learn360. iii. Web 2.0 tools for hybrid and online educational learning environments. iv. ELM (Electronic Library of Minnesota) databases v. Follett Destiny Library Manager and Textbook Manager vi. Subscription databases b) Maintain currency of passwords and access c) Communicate with providers regarding updates, access, and other pertinent information d) Provide and/or support training for technology-based learning tools. e) Participate in the design, development and sustainability of a web-based learning and information portal. f) Create websites for departments and projects as needed using Google Sites.
g) Compile data for reports and support. h) Work with curriculum department, business and resource managers to assist with textbook distribution and circulation, using Follett Destiny Textbook Manager.i) Provide acquisition, renewal, receiving, and claim services of periodicals/memberships for District Professional Collection.
2) Research topics related to information literacy and technology to support administrators and staff.
3) Provide tech support as needed for Educational Service Center.
4) Other duties as assigned by the Instructional Media & Technology Coordinator.
Qualifications:
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
Job Type: Full-Time
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Apply Online: http://www.applitrack.com/osseo/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?category=Technology
MN Job Posting: Library Tech Conference Planning Intern, Macalester College
This is a unique and rewarding internship opportunity for a student currently enrolled in a library degree or certification program.
The Library Technology Conference is an annual conference (currently in its fifth year) which provides an opportunity for librarians to come together from around the region and the country to discuss the technologies that are affecting library services; to see examples of what libraries are doing with these technologies; and to allow participants to learn specific skills or knowledge that they can take back and adapt for use within their own library. Sessions offered include
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Qualifications Skill Qualifications:
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Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities will primarily include:
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The position will remain opened but only applicants received by 8/15/11 will be assured consideration. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US upon employment start date. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORK FORCE |
Apply Online: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MACALESTER&cws=1&rid=284
MN Job Posting: Temporary Library Associate, Macalester College
The Library Associate, Evening Supervisor is responsible for overall building operations, safety and security outside of regular business hours. The person in this position:
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Qualifications 1. Associate’s degree and 2 years previous library experience required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Academic Library experience highly desired.
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Responsibilities 1. Provides sole staff supervision of public service operations during scheduled evening shifts, including circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, computer lab, reference (in absence of reference staff), customer safety, and building and collection security.
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The position will remain opened but only applicants received by 8/14/11 will be assured consideration. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US upon employment start date. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORK FORCE |
Apply Online: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MACALESTER&cws=1&rid=279
MN Internship Posting: Outreach Services
Library Outreach Services Internship
Hennepin County Library
Outreach promotes the use of the library by the nontraditional or under-served user through the development and support of programs and services.
The Outreach Department's goal is to bring the experience of the library and its resources to the community - in their homes, senior living facilities, rehabilitation centers, the correctional facilities of the county and through events held at the library.
Commitment:
One semester, 4 to 8 hours per week, September 2011 to December 2011.
Wage:
This is an unpaid position which could be for college credit or work experience.
Location:
Main work location is at the Ridgedale Library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr., Minnetonka, with some work in Downtown Minneapolis at the Juvenile Detention Center, in Plymouth at the Adult Correctional Facility, and in Minnetonka at the County Home School.
Application Deadline:
August 19, 2011
Duties:
Duties may include the following:
· Provide direct information services working at the At Home phoneline
· Assist in classifying / organizing Adult Correctional Facility collection
· Assist in compiling and analyzing data for Adult Correctional Facility programs and
Deposit Collection booktalking program
· Assist in creating documents for use in Large Print book club kits, including writing
book discussion questions
· Assist with Read to Me, a family literacy program, at the Adult Correctional Facility
· Assist in the creation, implementation and evaluation of a reading interest survey
for use with the Deposit Collection sites, at the Adult Correctional Facility, and at
· Assist in weekly filling of information requests from Adult Correctional Facility the
County Home School
· Plan, develop, and implement a book discussion group at the Adult Correctional
Facility (women's) and District 287 (teens)
· Plan, develop, and implement a project of interest related to Outreach
Requirements:
Candidate must currently be enrolled in a library program or a recent library school graduate. Applicant must have completed coursework in reference / information services. Candidate has not completed an internship with Hennepin County Library in the past.
To Apply and For Questions:
Submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your qualifications for this internship to:
Barb McKenzie
Hennepin County Library - Ridgedale
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305
bamckenzie@hclib.org
(952) 847-8579