CONNECTICUT STATE LIBRARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

CLC Children's Librarians' Roundtable (South)

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 9:30 AM

For additional details and registration information see: CLC Calendar of Events

Free iCONN Webinar: Linking to iCONN

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Online

Want to put a link to a specific iCONN resource on your library's Webpage? Want to link to the list of iCONN databases? In addition to www.iconn.org, there are a number of ways to connect your patrons to iCONN databases. Join iCONN's Eric Hansen who will show you the various ways to link to iCONN.

TRCC Cataloging and Classification

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 6:30 PM

This course is an introduction to both DDC and LC systems, cataloging of print and non-print materials, and MARC format. This class has a
pre-requisite.

CCC Introduction to Reference Services

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Capital Community College

This course prepares students to work in a library's reference
department, assisting patrons seeking information. An overview of
on-line and print resources and reference interview techniques are
included.

Outcome Based Evaluation

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Middletown Library Service Center Meeting Room

This 1.5 hour session will focus on instructing attendees about outcome-based evaluation as it relates to Connecticut's LSTA grant writing process. Attendance is not required but is strongly suggested. The class is in PowerPoint format. Participants will receive handouts. Please direct any questions you have about this workshop to Douglas Lord, LSTA Program Assistant, at dlord@cslib.org.

LSTA Program Grants: Best Practices

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Middletown Library Service Center Meeting Room

Attendance to one session of this workshop is required in order for a library to submit an application for an LSTA grant. The 3.5 hour session focuses on explaining Connecticut's LSTA grant writing procedures as they apply to the 2010-2011 cycle.

Explanations and expectations for each of the six Program Grant categories;
Coverage of the Part B Requirements;
Best practices;
Examples of successful past projects;
Discussion of strategies and approaches to LSTA grant writing;

Attendees will come away with a sense of what grant reviewers seek when reviewing LSTA applications in a general sense as well as information specific to each particular category. The class is in PowerPoint format. Participants will receive handouts. Please direct any questions you have about this workshop to Douglas Lord, LSTA Program Assistant, at dlord@cslib.org, tele.: 860-704-2204

* Attendee must be a Connecticut library or library organization staff member.
* If you need to cancel your registration at any time email: workshop@cslib.org or call 1-800-437-2313 (in Connecticut) or 860-704-2206.

Infopeople: Effectively Managing Your Email

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 3:00 PM
Where: Online

Email has brought about many improvements in the way we communicate in the workplace. It's quicker, less intrusive and it can be an efficient way to keep track of the correspondence details. When used improperly, however, email can be an impediment to your career and your libraryâ€™s organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Managing your inbox and replying in a timely manner is a critical part of managing your communication with others. Do you feel â€œBuried in Emailâ€? Do you have an effective way to organize and process your emails? Most people donâ€™t. This webinar gives you the information and proven strategies you need to effectively manage your emails once for all. Did you know that email can be one of the most misunderstood communication tools that we use? Why? Because many times, email messages are poorly written and the receiver has not been given the information they need. In this program, youâ€™ll learn the tips and techniques to writing and sending email messages that people will read and understand.

By the end of the webinar participants will learn and master:
Using a decision making process for managing email
Scheduling uninterrupted time to process/organize email
Organizing Logins and Passwords
Writing Subject Lines that attract attendtion
Keeping the message focused and readable
Difference between formal and informal email writing
Steps to proofreading email
Email Etiquette for managing incoming/outgoing email

For additional details and registration information visit: Effectively Managing Your Email

CCC Introduction to Library Public Services

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Capital Community College

This course prepares the student to work in public service areas,
including circulation, interlibrary loan and reference service.

TRCC Introduction to Library Public Service

When: Thursday, November 26, 2009 - 6:30 PM

This course deals with the public service aspect of library work, including circulation services, PR and marketing, and Intellectual Freedom and Censorship.

TRCC Cataloging and Classification

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 6:30 PM

This course is an introduction to both DDC and LC systems, cataloging of print and non-print materials, and MARC format. This class has a
pre-requisite.

CCC Introduction to Reference Services

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Capital Community College

This course prepares students to work in a library's reference
department, assisting patrons seeking information. An overview of
on-line and print resources and reference interview techniques are
included.

Alphabet Soup: A Metadata OverviewCANCELED

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Middletown Library Service Center Meeting Room

This introductory course presents a high level overview of current metadata-related topics focusing on XML, OAI, METS, MODS, MARCXML and DC. Discover what these acronyms stand for and what they really mean. Learn about other more subject specific standards such as ONIX, FGDC, CCO and DACS. Discover which of the various metadata standards will help you make the most of your collections, now and in the future.

You will learn about:
Metadata standards
Tools and implementation

Who should attend? People new to, or in need of a refresher on, the various metadata standards.

CLC Interlibrary Loan Roundtable (East)

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 9:30 AM

For additional details and registration information see: CLC Calendar of Events

CCC Introduction to Library Public Services

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Capital Community College

This course prepares the student to work in public service areas,
including circulation, interlibrary loan and reference service.

Webinar: Community Needs Assessment grant workshop

When: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Online

Attendance to one session of the Community Needs Assessment (CNA) workshop is required in order for a library to submit an application for an LSTA grant in the CNA category. The workshop gives an overview as to the purpose of this grant opportunity, best practices on filling out the grant form, and discussion of past projects. The class is in PowerPoint format. Participants will receive handouts. Please direct any questions you have about this workshop to Douglas Lord, LSTA Program Assistant, at dlord@cslib.org.

CNA grants are intended to assist libraries in performing community needs assessments as a step in planning library services. Completion of this assessment may be seen as the critical first step of a larger program grant application or for strengthening services to individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, to individuals with disabilities, and to individuals with limited functional literacy or information skills.

Note: There is no Outcome Based Evaluation component for CNA grants.

* Attendee must be a Connecticut library or library organization staff member.
* If you need to cancel your registration at any time email: workshop@cslib.org or call 1-800-437-2313 (in Connecticut) or 860-704-2206.

Free Webinar: Library Computer Networking Q&A

When: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 - 3:00 PM
Where: Online

WebJunction's November focus is on Networking, and during the month we'll be collecting your burning networking questions. Then, on December 2, WebJunction and TechSoup for Libraries are teaming up to bring you a panel of library technology experts to field your questions in a "Car Talk" fashion that's sure to be informative and fun!

The expert panel includes:
Robert Williams, Technology Consultant at the South Texas Library System
Chris Jowaisas Library Systems Grants Administrator of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Monica M. Schultz, IT Director at the Peninsula Library System

And moderated by TechSoup's Stephanie Gerding.

For additional details and registration information visit: Library Computer Networking Q&A

TRCC Introduction to Library Public Service

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 6:30 PM

This course deals with the public service aspect of library work, including circulation services, PR and marketing, and Intellectual Freedom and Censorship.

Public Library Symposium 2009

When: Friday, December 04, 2009 - 9:00 AM

For additional details and registration information see the NELINET website

CLC Children's Librarians' Roundtable (Fairfield)

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 9:30 AM

For additional details and registration information see: CLC Calendar of Events

TRCC Cataloging and Classification

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 6:30 PM

This course is an introduction to both DDC and LC systems, cataloging of print and non-print materials, and MARC format. This class has a
pre-requisite.

CCC Introduction to Reference Services

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Capital Community College

This course prepares students to work in a library's reference
department, assisting patrons seeking information. An overview of
on-line and print resources and reference interview techniques are
included.

Basic Image Editing & Organizing for Free

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Middletown Library Service Center Computer Lab

Picasa 3, XnView and Irfanview are free downloadable software programs. This half day workshop will introduce you to several techniques for editing, sharing and managing digital photos using and comparing all three software programs. Workshop, participants will learn to organize, edit and create photos. You will also learn how to crop, straighten, resize, color your photos and much more. Finally, participants will save the finished images for print, email, and Web.

Organize a group of photos
Straighten photos
Crop
Sharpen focus
Correct blemishes
Check resolution and dimensions
Save images for print, email, or web

Description: Basic Image Editing & Organizing for Free

CCC Introduction to Library Public Services

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Capital Community College

This course prepares the student to work in public service areas,
including circulation, interlibrary loan and reference service.

OPAL: Connecting Kids with Great Websites

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 8:00 PM
Where: Online

Learn how to find, evaluate and use Web sites for kids! This presentation features the chairs of the ALSC Great Web Sites for Kids Committee who evaluate 100s of sites every year to find fun and educational tools for children and families. They'll show you what the committee does to come up with their widely used "Great Web Sites for Kids" list and how you can incorporate these resources into your library programming. . For additional details and registration information visit: Connecting Kids with Great Websites

CLC Young Adult Librarians' Roundtable (Capitol Region)

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 9:30 AM

For additional details and registration information see: CLC Calendar of Events

Excel 2007 Pt.1 & Pt.2

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Darien Public Library

This two day workshop will bring you from Excel novice to advanced professional. It is expected that participants will attend day 1 and day 2 of one session.

Day 1 (Dec. 9th):
Designed for the Excel beginner or for those with a little experience, this full day class will make you look like an expert. You will start with Excel concepts and quickly move on to developing your own formulas. After formatting your spreadsheets, you'll be tackling charts and creating ones that will impress your co-workers.

Topics include:
Creating simple formulas
Using functions
Formatting sheets for printing
Creating advanced functions
Naming cells and ranges
Using 3-D functions to calculate across worksheets
Defining absolute and relative references
Creating elapsed time/day formulas

Day 2 (Dec. 16th):
In this full day workshop you will move beyond the basics and explore more advanced functions. You will learn how to name cells and ranges, use those names in formulas and functions. In addition, you will explore the powerful database features of Excel that make it easy to sort, filter and add subtotals. A basic knowledge of Excel and Excel formulas is a prerequisite of this training.

Topics include:
Construction databases
Sorting, filtering, and subtotaling data
Creating pivot tables
Working with graphs and charts

To view a list of online Excel courses see the WebJunction Connecticut Online Course Catalog

Free SirsiDynix Webinar: From Libraries to Lifebraries

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Online

As libraries continue to evolve to meet customers' needs in a rapidly changing culture, the concern over the future of print and the "book" remains core to their existence. However, in looking at current trends, there is evidence to suggest otherwise. The future of libraries may not be dependent on the creation or evolution of new service delivery models based upon the book, it may actually reside in something more "deeply local." Join Helene Blowers in a lively conversation about "new life" opportunities for libraries. As old formats and service models decline, there's a new phoenix rising from the shadows.

For additional details and registration information visit:
From Libraries to Lifebraries

Outcome Based Evaluation

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Bristol Public Library

This 1.5 hour session will focus on instructing attendees about outcome-based evaluation as it relates to Connecticut's LSTA grant writing process. Attendance is not required but is strongly suggested. The class is in PowerPoint format. Participants will receive handouts. Please direct any questions you have about this workshop to Douglas Lord, LSTA Program Assistant, at dlord@cslib.org.

Free iCONN Webinar: Linking to iCONN

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 10:00 AM

Want to put a link to a specific iCONN resource on your library's Webpage? Want to link to the list of iCONN databases? In addition to www.iconn.org, there are a number of ways to connect your patrons to iCONN databases. Join iCONN's Eric Hansen who will show you the various ways to link to iCONN.

LSTA Program Grants: Best Practices

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Bristol Public Library

Attendance to one session of this workshop is required in order for a library to submit an application for an LSTA grant. The 3.5 hour session focuses on explaining Connecticut's LSTA grant writing procedures as they apply to the 2010-2011 cycle.

Explanations and expectations for each of the six Program Grant categories;
Coverage of the Part B Requirements;
Best practices;
Examples of successful past projects;
Discussion of strategies and approaches to LSTA grant writing;

Attendees will come away with a sense of what grant reviewers seek when reviewing LSTA applications in a general sense as well as information specific to each particular category. The class is in PowerPoint format. Participants will receive handouts. Please direct any questions you have about this workshop to Douglas Lord, LSTA Program Assistant, at dlord@cslib.org, tele.: 860-704-2204

* Attendee must be a Connecticut library or library organization staff member.
* If you need to cancel your registration at any time email: workshop@cslib.org or call 1-800-437-2313 (in Connecticut) or 860-704-2206.

Free Webinar: Integrated Library Systems: Open Source and Customization

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Online

Join us on December 10th for a discussion of Integrated Library Systems (ILSs) and the trend toward customizability through Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) with library systems expert Marshall Breeding and representatives from leading vendors in the field. We'll discuss new features and capabilities available in the most modern library software, and what it really means for these tools to be "customizable." This event will coincide with the publication of Marshall Breeding's December 2009 issue of Library Technology Reports and is presented in collaboration with ALA TechSource.

For additional details and registration information visit: WebJunction Calendar of Events

TRCC Introduction to Library Public Service

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 6:30 PM

This course deals with the public service aspect of library work, including circulation services, PR and marketing, and Intellectual Freedom and Censorship.

Teaching Technology

When: Monday, December 14, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Middletown Library Service Center Meeting Room

Have you needed to teach a technology class but didn't know how to start? This half-day workshop will help get you going and help you get beyond the fear factor. We'll discuss the philosophy of teaching adults. Though the emphasis in this workshop will be on teaching technology many of the concepts can be used to teach other skills.

Topics include:
Organizing the information
Conducting the class
Preparing presentation materials
Encouraging participation
Creating handouts

Webinar: Community Needs Assessment grant workshop

When: Monday, December 14, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Online

Attendance to one session of the Community Needs Assessment (CNA) workshop is required in order for a library to submit an application for an LSTA grant in the CNA category. The workshop gives an overview as to the purpose of this grant opportunity, best practices on filling out the grant form, and discussion of past projects. The class is in PowerPoint format. Participants will receive handouts. Please direct any questions you have about this workshop to Douglas Lord, LSTA Program Assistant, at dlord@cslib.org.

CNA grants are intended to assist libraries in performing community needs assessments as a step in planning library services. Completion of this assessment may be seen as the critical first step of a larger program grant application or for strengthening services to individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, to individuals with disabilities, and to individuals with limited functional literacy or information skills.

Note: There is no Outcome Based Evaluation component for CNA grants.

* Attendee must be a Connecticut library or library organization staff member.
* If you need to cancel your registration at any time email: workshop@cslib.org or call 1-800-437-2313 (in Connecticut) or 860-704-2206.

TRCC Cataloging and Classification

When: Monday, December 14, 2009 - 6:30 PM

This course is an introduction to both DDC and LC systems, cataloging of print and non-print materials, and MARC format. This class has a
pre-requisite.

CCC Introduction to Reference Services

When: Monday, December 14, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Capital Community College

This course prepares students to work in a library's reference
department, assisting patrons seeking information. An overview of
on-line and print resources and reference interview techniques are
included.

CLC Newbie Roundtable

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 9:00 AM

For additional details and registration information see: CLC Calendar of Events

Creating a Stronger Board for Your Organization

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 9:00 AM
Where: Willimantic Library Service Center Meeting Room

Sponsored by the Association of Connecticut Library Boards and the Connecticut State Library

An effective board should be at the heart of your organization. But too often, that isn't the case. Many boards are dysfunctional. Even those boards that claim to be sophisticated and experienced often are ineffective. And many board experts claim that effective governance is a â€œrare and unnatural acts.

If ever there was a time to be afraid of inadequate governance, now is it. Just think about scandals in the for-profit and nonprofit sectors: places like Enron, WorldCom, United Way, Red Cross, and the Smithsonian. Think about how these scandals affect the credibility of organizations. What do you think your donors and prospective donors think? And what does government do in response? Things like Sarbanes-Oxley and the new IRS 990 with its governance questions.

So what's the big secret? What are the essential questions to explore? What are the standards your board should aspire to? Who is responsible for developing the optimum board and how can this be done?

This interactive workshop focuses on key topics that are essential to creating and sustaining an effective board. Join Simone P. Joyaux, ACFRE, one of those governance experts that doesn't see all that much good governance going on.

Presenter: SimoneJoyaux is recognized internationally as one of the most provocative and thoughtful leaders in the nonprofit sector. Her books receive rave reviews and are standards in the profession. Her popular blogs challenge the status quo and provide useful tips to nonprofits around the world. She speaks all over North America and also presents in places like Australia, New Zealand, The Netherlands, Mexico City, Paris, and Geneva. Joyaux is an expert in board and fund development, strategic planning, and management. She serves on faculty for the Masters Program in Philanthropy and Development at Saint Mary's University in Minnesota. Visit her website at Joyaux Associates

Who should attend: Workshop is only open to current library board trustees and their library directors. Please be sure to answer "yes" to question about being a staff of a Connecticut library. Otherwise you will be placed on a waiting list.

Outcome Based Evaluation

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 10:00 AM

This 1.5 hour session will focus on instructing attendees about outcome-based evaluation as it relates to Connecticut's LSTA grant writing process. Attendance is not required but is strongly suggested. The class is in PowerPoint format. Participants will receive handouts. Please direct any questions you have about this workshop to Douglas Lord, LSTA Program Assistant, at dlord@cslib.org.

LSTA Program Grants: Best Practices

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 1:00 PM

Attendance to one session of this workshop is required in order for a library to submit an application for an LSTA grant. The 3.5 hour session focuses on explaining Connecticut's LSTA grant writing procedures as they apply to the 2010-2011 cycle.

Explanations and expectations for each of the six Program Grant categories;
Coverage of the Part B Requirements;
Best practices;
Examples of successful past projects;
Discussion of strategies and approaches to LSTA grant writing;

Attendees will come away with a sense of what grant reviewers seek when reviewing LSTA applications in a general sense as well as information specific to each particular category. The class is in PowerPoint format. Participants will receive handouts. Please direct any questions you have about this workshop to Douglas Lord, LSTA Program Assistant, at dlord@cslib.org, tele.: 860-704-2204

* Attendee must be a Connecticut library or library organization staff member.
* If you need to cancel your registration at any time email: workshop@cslib.org or call 1-800-437-2313 (in Connecticut) or 860-704-2206.

CCC Introduction to Library Public Services

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Capital Community College

This course prepares the student to work in public service areas,
including circulation, interlibrary loan and reference service.

Excel 2007 Pt.1 & Pt.2

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Darien Public Library

This two day workshop will bring you from Excel novice to advanced professional. It is expected that participants will attend day 1 and day 2 of one session.

Day 1 (Dec. 9th):
Designed for the Excel beginner or for those with a little experience, this full day class will make you look like an expert. You will start with Excel concepts and quickly move on to developing your own formulas. After formatting your spreadsheets, you'll be tackling charts and creating ones that will impress your co-workers.

Topics include:
Creating simple formulas
Using functions
Formatting sheets for printing
Creating advanced functions
Naming cells and ranges
Using 3-D functions to calculate across worksheets
Defining absolute and relative references
Creating elapsed time/day formulas

Day 2 (Dec. 16th):
In this full day workshop you will move beyond the basics and explore more advanced functions. You will learn how to name cells and ranges, use those names in formulas and functions. In addition, you will explore the powerful database features of Excel that make it easy to sort, filter and add subtotals. A basic knowledge of Excel and Excel formulas is a prerequisite of this training.

Topics include:
Construction databases
Sorting, filtering, and subtotaling data
Creating pivot tables
Working with graphs and charts

To view a list of online Excel courses see the WebJunction Connecticut Online Course Catalog

Free Webinar: HeritageQuest Online Database Training

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Online

On Wednesday, December 16th, Beth Reiten, Customer Education & Training Specialist for ProQuest will conduct half day webinar for HeritageQuest Online. HeritageQuest Online is a unique resource for both genealogical and historical researchers. In each session, we will cover the modules: U.S. Census, Books, PERSI, Freedman's Bank, Revolutionary War, and Serial Set and explore finding and manipulating results. In addition we will learn how to best print images using Adobe Acrobat and how to maximize the utility of the notebook feature. We will also work with the Census Book help, maps and census forms. Participants will take away experience with genealogical research and supporting handouts to help refresh their memory after the session.

U.S. Federal Census, 1790-1930: The page images for the entire census, 1790-1930, are included in HeritageQuest Online. Many corresponding name indexes are also available. These are completely new indexes created by ProQuest. In addition to the ability to search by name, our census records can be searched by place of birth, age, ethnicity and other variables making this the most versatile census searching available online. Researchers can quickly see all African-Americans or all persons born in Ireland living in a state or county.

PERSI - The PERiodical Source Index: A comprehensive subject index covering more than 6,600 genealogy and local history periodicals written in English and French (Canada) since 1800. PERSI provides the researcher the ability to search on surnames, locations, and methodologies as well as the ability to browse the journals by title and keyword. There are more than 2.1 million article citations currently available, with updates occurring annually.

Freedman's Bank Records: At the close of the Civil War, the Freedman's Savings & Trust Company was the primary bank for America's freed slaves and others from 1865-1874. This HeritageQuest collection documents more than 105,000 bank depositors and over 480,000 of their dependants and heirs. It is considered one of the most important resources for African-American genealogical research.

Revolutionary War Pension and Bounty Land Warrant Application Files: This collection details records of 80,000+ individuals who served in the Revolutionary War and contains both genealogical and historical information. Each veteran's file contains six or more pages on each veteran and normally includes the veteran's former rank, unit, and period of service, age or date of birth, residence, and sometimes-genealogical information on other family members.

U.S. Serial Set: This collection offers a glimpse into the people and places on whose behalf Congressional action was sought during the period 1789-1969. Consisting of documents and reports prepared for the U.S. Congress, it includes Private Relief Actions, Memorials, and Petitions. The subject matter covered by this collection includes: pensions, military and naval matters, claims of election fraud, public works projects, immigration and naturalization, land grants, taxation, and many types of monetary claims made by individuals and businesses.

Treasures of Connecticut Libraries Digitization Project

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Willimantic Library Service Center Computer Lab

This presentation will give an overview of the Treasures of Connecticut Libraries project and the opportunity it presents for public and academic libraries in the State to have local historical items digitized and made available for searching on the Web for little or no cost. Gail Hurley from the Connecticut State Library and staff from the Library Connection, Inc. will discuss the process from item selection to the final presentation on the Treasures Web site and beyond.

OPAL: The Future of Libraries, Books, & Reading

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Online

The shared futures of libraries, books, and reading seem very hazy at present. Join us for a monthly, lively, informal discussion of new developments, challenges, and opportunities. It'll be a roundtable, so everyone is welcome to chime in. If it's a FiLBeRt discussion, it's going to be nutty!. For additional details and registration information visit: OPALwebsite.

Inroduction to Publisher 2007

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 9:00 AM
Where: Middletown Library Service Center Computer Lab

This hands-on training session will introduce basic desktop publishing techniques to the new Publisher 2007 user, but will also appeal to the more experienced user. Weï¿½ll be examining the set-up of the program and its use of templates. Weï¿½ll focus on the toolbar and the hidden controls for tools. Ample time will be given to individual questions. Bring work material and you should have time to get started on your project.

Additional topics will include:
The basics of good graphic design
The proper use of fonts
How layering can be used to get different effects
The use of clipart
Grouping and ungrouping objects
Linking text blocks in longer documents, like newsletters

To view a list of online Publisher courses see the WebJunction Connecticut Online Course Catalog

CLC Children's Librarians' Roundtable (Northeast)

When: Friday, December 18, 2009 - 12:30 PM
Where: Willimantic Library Service Center Meeting Room

For additional details and registration information see: CLC Calendar of Events