We have a new look!
I've been updating items on this blog: adding and subtracting and moving things around. I found a background that looks like a bookshelf, so...
I still like the old design, but this one allows for more widgets and gadgets. ;-)
Hope you like the new design!
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Sunday, March 27, 2011
RIEMA Conference 2011
Was priviledged to attend the 2011 RIEMA (Rhode Island Educational Media Association) Conference on Saturday, March 26.
What a fabulous day! The keynote speaker, Dr. Joyce Valenza, was amazing. She presented so much information about the technology available for use in our profession that she actually never got through all of it! I was overwhelmed by the wealth of resources and possibilities. I don't know that I'll ever be able to even get a start on understanding 10% of these incredible resources, but I'm gonna try!!!
What a fabulous day! The keynote speaker, Dr. Joyce Valenza, was amazing. She presented so much information about the technology available for use in our profession that she actually never got through all of it! I was overwhelmed by the wealth of resources and possibilities. I don't know that I'll ever be able to even get a start on understanding 10% of these incredible resources, but I'm gonna try!!!
Monday, January 4, 2010
Special Events for Librarians and Teachers Coming
Over Christmas break I found out that Barnes & Noble nationwide will be having the first 2010 Educator Appreciation Week from January 16-24. Many of the stores will be hosting special receptions on the 16th to start the week off with a flair. The Smithfield (RI) store at Smithfield Crossings on Rt. 44, for example, is hosting a party from 11:00-12:30 that day with special refreshments and give-aways. All week long, Educators can get special discounts on items purchased for both their classroom and personal use. I've even gotten the discount at the cafe in the past! Families and children are welcome at these events.
Don't forget about the American Library Association's Mid-Winter Conference, which is being held in Boston this year during the Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend, January 15-18. The Mid-Winter meeting is especially exciting because the various award winners, including the Newbery and Caldecott, are announced at this time. The 2010 meeting will be at the Boston Exhibition and Convention Center on Summer Street. If you've never attended an ALA conference, here's your chance. Who knows? You can meet people from all over the world there. You could even wind up having a cup of coffee with a famous author! It happened to me! There are quite a few workshops during the weekend, but I suggest you register as soon as possible, if you want to attend them. Conference Admission is $190 for ALA members or $300 for non-members. Registration is available on-site. Personally, the draw is the Exhibit Hall with dozens of different jobbers enticing us with goodies and giveaways and special deals. Be sureThe Exhibit Hall entrance fee is only $25 for the entire weekend from Friday evening through Monday. This year, they also have something called an Exhibits Supreme which, for $50, includes all four days of the exhibits as well as the three Sunrise Speakers. Exhibit Hall fees are the same for members and non-members, but are non-refundable. Check out the link for more information about the Conference.
The ALA Annual Conference will be held in Washington, D.C. from June 24-29 this year. You can check out the information about that conference at their website.
If anyone would be interested in attending Mid-Winter and car-pooling or taking the MBTA up to Boston, please post a comment at the bottom of this post. When we find out who's interested, we can make plans.
Don't forget about the American Library Association's Mid-Winter Conference, which is being held in Boston this year during the Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend, January 15-18. The Mid-Winter meeting is especially exciting because the various award winners, including the Newbery and Caldecott, are announced at this time. The 2010 meeting will be at the Boston Exhibition and Convention Center on Summer Street. If you've never attended an ALA conference, here's your chance. Who knows? You can meet people from all over the world there. You could even wind up having a cup of coffee with a famous author! It happened to me! There are quite a few workshops during the weekend, but I suggest you register as soon as possible, if you want to attend them. Conference Admission is $190 for ALA members or $300 for non-members. Registration is available on-site. Personally, the draw is the Exhibit Hall with dozens of different jobbers enticing us with goodies and giveaways and special deals. Be sureThe Exhibit Hall entrance fee is only $25 for the entire weekend from Friday evening through Monday. This year, they also have something called an Exhibits Supreme which, for $50, includes all four days of the exhibits as well as the three Sunrise Speakers. Exhibit Hall fees are the same for members and non-members, but are non-refundable. Check out the link for more information about the Conference.
The ALA Annual Conference will be held in Washington, D.C. from June 24-29 this year. You can check out the information about that conference at their website.
If anyone would be interested in attending Mid-Winter and car-pooling or taking the MBTA up to Boston, please post a comment at the bottom of this post. When we find out who's interested, we can make plans.
Friday, December 18, 2009
Happy Holidays!
I'm not going to post a long entry.
We started Christmas vacation today at 3:00 p.m. YIPPEE!!! Hope everyone has a wonderful time with family and friends.
To one and all, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Happy Hannukah!! Happy Kwanzaa! Happy Everything!
To Carol F., the best of luck in your retirement. You're going to be busier than ever! It was wonderful having you as a colleague for the past several years. We know you will be keeping in touch, but we will miss you at our meetings and PDs. Lucky you. Enjoy!
We started Christmas vacation today at 3:00 p.m. YIPPEE!!! Hope everyone has a wonderful time with family and friends.
To one and all, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Happy Hannukah!! Happy Kwanzaa! Happy Everything!
To Carol F., the best of luck in your retirement. You're going to be busier than ever! It was wonderful having you as a colleague for the past several years. We know you will be keeping in touch, but we will miss you at our meetings and PDs. Lucky you. Enjoy!
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
School LMSs Receive Acclaim
Maybe there's hope, afterall.
I was looking through some of the information from the recent AASL Conference online, when I came upon an article talking about a program from ALA called "Love My Librarian" where people were encouraged to nominate their Librarians for a special award.
Well, two School Library Media Specialists have won the award! The article can be found here.
Lucy Hansen (South Texas Independent School District) and Carolyn Wheeler (Conant Elementary, Bloomfield Hills, MI) were chosen for their innovation, as well as, their dedication to the field.
Congratulations, Lucy and Carolyn! Its nice to see some recognition.
I was looking through some of the information from the recent AASL Conference online, when I came upon an article talking about a program from ALA called "Love My Librarian" where people were encouraged to nominate their Librarians for a special award.
Well, two School Library Media Specialists have won the award! The article can be found here.
Lucy Hansen (South Texas Independent School District) and Carolyn Wheeler (Conant Elementary, Bloomfield Hills, MI) were chosen for their innovation, as well as, their dedication to the field.
Congratulations, Lucy and Carolyn! Its nice to see some recognition.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
New Word of the Year Reflects Current Society
Well, its the time of the year for lists. Gift lists, grocery lists, card lists--the lists go on!
You can add this one to your list, too--maybe under 'Humor'?
It seems the New Oxford English Dictionary recently announced the 2009 Word of the Year. What is it? Its that questionable verb from FaceBook--"Unfriend".
Yep, technology is here to stay, folks. As if you didn't already know that!
As with anything new, this announcement has stirred up a bit of controversy. There are people who are not surprised at this and there are those who are upset by it. Some claim that it is made up, while others argue that this is exactly how a language grows. Personally, I feel I have to agree with the latter. Its just like the words 'iPod' or 'podcast' a couple of years ago. People tried to eliminate them from the language. The people from Windows even tried to get the public to use a different word than podcast--anyone remember what it was? Thought not. It was too late. The word is now as ubiquitous as any other word in English, and even its common in other languages around the world.
Is it a word or not? In an unofficial, unscientific poll, 52% said 'No' while only 32% said yes. There are a significant number of people who either don't care or think the whole thing is crazy.
Crazy or unimportant, it may be. However, you have to admit, its fun!
What do you think?
You can add this one to your list, too--maybe under 'Humor'?
It seems the New Oxford English Dictionary recently announced the 2009 Word of the Year. What is it? Its that questionable verb from FaceBook--"Unfriend".
Yep, technology is here to stay, folks. As if you didn't already know that!
As with anything new, this announcement has stirred up a bit of controversy. There are people who are not surprised at this and there are those who are upset by it. Some claim that it is made up, while others argue that this is exactly how a language grows. Personally, I feel I have to agree with the latter. Its just like the words 'iPod' or 'podcast' a couple of years ago. People tried to eliminate them from the language. The people from Windows even tried to get the public to use a different word than podcast--anyone remember what it was? Thought not. It was too late. The word is now as ubiquitous as any other word in English, and even its common in other languages around the world.
Is it a word or not? In an unofficial, unscientific poll, 52% said 'No' while only 32% said yes. There are a significant number of people who either don't care or think the whole thing is crazy.
Crazy or unimportant, it may be. However, you have to admit, its fun!
What do you think?
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