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Georgia State University News And Notes
Georgia State University News And Notes
Georgia Library Quarterly
Recent news from Georgia State University Library.
Vsu’S Odom Library News And Notes
Vsu’S Odom Library News And Notes
Georgia Library Quarterly
Recent news from Valdosta State University's Odom Library.
Review: Foodways: The New Encyclopedia Of Southern Culture, Volume 7, Vanessa Cowie
Review: Foodways: The New Encyclopedia Of Southern Culture, Volume 7, Vanessa Cowie
Georgia Library Quarterly
Review of the non-fiction book "Foodways: The New Encyclopedia of Southern Culture, Volume 7," edited by John T. Edge; Charles Reagan Wilson, general editor.
Review: Colors Of Africa, Ruth Hayden
Review: Colors Of Africa, Ruth Hayden
Georgia Library Quarterly
Review of the non-fiction book "Colors of Africa," by James Kilgo.
Georgia Library Quarterly, Spring 2008, Susan Cooley
Georgia Library Quarterly, Spring 2008, Susan Cooley
Georgia Library Quarterly
Complete issue of Georgia Library Quarterly, Spring 2008, vol. 45, no. 1.
From The President, Betty D. Paulk
From The President, Betty D. Paulk
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article discusses the highlights of COMO XIX conference sponsored by the Georgia Library Association (GLA), the Georgia Association for Instructional Technology and the Georgia Library Media Association. The theme of the conference was "Beaches, Blogs and Books." Keynote speakers and concurrent sessions offered a wide range of topics on current trends and issues for all types of libraries. It also cites activities of the GLA.
My Own Private Library: A Peek Inside The Personal Library Of A Librarian, Chris Carroll
My Own Private Library: A Peek Inside The Personal Library Of A Librarian, Chris Carroll
Georgia Library Quarterly
The author describes his own personal library. His father was a constant reader, and when he was young all of their books were kept on long, two-shelf bookcase in his bedroom. His personal library started with the works of Jules Verne and H. G. Wells, but in the mid-1970s, two books shaped his mind. The first two adult novels he ever bought with his own money were "Carrie," by Stephen King and "Jaws," by Peter Benchley. In the last couple of years, he have been collecting crime noir books by Ken Bruen, Charlie Huston, Dennis Lehane and others.
Spotlight On Construction: Planning, Communication Are Key In Building New Libraries, Kathryn S. Ames, Greg Heid
Spotlight On Construction: Planning, Communication Are Key In Building New Libraries, Kathryn S. Ames, Greg Heid
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article presents an outline for beginning the process of building new library for the community based on planning principles that will lead to a well-documented and articulated plan for the future. The development of a comprehensive strategic plan of library service is the first step a library system should take. The Public Library Association (PLA) "New Planning for Results," which has been used successfully by many libraries in the U.S. is one example of a successful planning model. The final step in the process is writing a building program.
Spotlight On Construction: New Coweta County Library Inspired By Frank Lloyd Wright, Patricia Palmer
Spotlight On Construction: New Coweta County Library Inspired By Frank Lloyd Wright, Patricia Palmer
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the construction of a new library in Coweta County, Georgia. The construction of a new library was primary in the plan of the Coweta County Board of Commissioners and represents the first library built in Coweta County in 20 years. According to Barbara Osborne-Harris, Coweta County Library director, the vision has always been to create a library that facilitates, in many ways, vibrant, energetic and interactive learning. Kathleen Curry is the project architect. She referred to Frank Lloyd Wright's designs for architectural inspiration.
Spotlight On Construction: Expansion And Renovation Of Georgia Southern University’S Henderson Library Spurred By Quintupling Of Student Body, Ann Hamilton, Mark Holland
Spotlight On Construction: Expansion And Renovation Of Georgia Southern University’S Henderson Library Spurred By Quintupling Of Student Body, Ann Hamilton, Mark Holland
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the expansion and renovation of Georgia Southern University's Henderson Library. The Zach S. Henderson Library has been the hub of academic life at Georgia Southern University for more than 30 years. The library has been the focus of an extensive expansion and renovation to help meet the needs of the university's growing student body. The first phase of the $22.75 million project opened on October 1, 2006. The original building included 109,515 square feet of space. The additional building will feature seating on the first, second and third floors and a balcony on the fourth floor …
Spotlight On Construction: St. Simons' Library Welcomed 70th Anniversary In New Facility
Spotlight On Construction: St. Simons' Library Welcomed 70th Anniversary In New Facility
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article announces the grand opening event of the St. Simons Public Library in Georgia in January 2007. The library also celebrated its 70th anniversary on March 16. According to Libby Hogan, chair of the library's board of directors, they have 1,200 extra square feet of space in the renovated building. St. Simons joined the Three Rivers Public Library System (TRRLS) and PINES (Public Information Network for Electronic Services), bringing its patrons access to more than 8.5 million items owned by other PINES member libraries. The library currently has approximately 35,000 volumes, according to manager Maureen Hersey.
Spotlight On Construction: Residents Welcome Henry County’S New Fairview Branch
Spotlight On Construction: Residents Welcome Henry County’S New Fairview Branch
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reveals that area residents joined Henry County Public Library System employees, board members and numerous local officials on October 21, 2007 to celebrate the grand opening of the system's new Fairview branch in Georgia. Dr. Gordon Baker, chairman of the library board, welcomed and thanked everyone who played a role in making the newest branch a reality. He was joined by commissioners Johnny Basler, Jason Harper and Randy Stamey in the ribbon-cutting ceremony and in unveiling a commemorative bronze plaque by the entrance.
Spotlight On Construction: Hall County Prepares For Opening Of Spout Springs Branch
Spotlight On Construction: Hall County Prepares For Opening Of Spout Springs Branch
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article announces that the Spout Springs Branch of the Hall County Library System in Georgia is tentatively scheduled to open in late spring 2008. The budget for the project will total approximately $6 million and will be located in Flowery Branch at the corner of Spout Springs Road and Lake Sterling Boulevard. Pope Partners of Roswell is the architectural firm for the project. Scroggs and Grizzel Contracting Inc. of Gainesville managed the construction. Some special highlights of the facility include a large computer lab and a dedicated storytime room.
Spotlight On Construction: Georgia State's Library Transformation Project Completed, Laura Burtle
Spotlight On Construction: Georgia State's Library Transformation Project Completed, Laura Burtle
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article focuses on the Georgia State University Library Transformation which was funded primarily by student fees. The transformation project allowed the library to renovate space in Libraries North and South. It creates a two-story Learning Commons, build extensive collaborative work spaces, expand technological services and provide better access to research resources. The timeline for the project was projected to be at least 10 years. The goals of the transformation are cited. The Leo A Daly firm designed the project.
Spotlight On Construction: Splost Funding Makes Chickamauga Expansion A Reality, Darla Chambliss
Spotlight On Construction: Splost Funding Makes Chickamauga Expansion A Reality, Darla Chambliss
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the expansion of the Chickamauga Public Library, a branch of the Cherokee Regional Library System in Georgia. It has experienced such growth in programming and book collections that an expansion was greatly needed. The city of Chickamauga, upon the recommendation of John Culpepper, city utilities manager, allocated $100,000 of local special purpose local option sales tax (SPLOST) funds for the expansion and redesign of the library. Library manager Bobbie Abernathy lobbied to bring about public awareness of the expansion need and to secure local and state funding.
Spotlight On Construction: Georgia Gwinnett College Prepares To Build Academic Library, Joy Garmon, Gene Ruffin
Spotlight On Construction: Georgia Gwinnett College Prepares To Build Academic Library, Joy Garmon, Gene Ruffin
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the construction of Georgia Gwinnett College's (GGC) academic library. The current library space is housed on two open floors within the Signature Building. A new, stand-alone building will be needed to meet all of the needs of the new college. GGC established the Library Planning Group in 2006. The new library will incorporate concepts and services that have been successful in other facilities. The goal of the project is that the library will become a learning center for the entire college community.
Spotlight On Construction: Forsyth County Public Library Unveils Expansion, Renovation
Spotlight On Construction: Forsyth County Public Library Unveils Expansion, Renovation
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article unveils the expansion and renovation of Forsyth County Public Library in Georgia. A 15,000-square-foot Administrative Office facility was added to the Cumming Library building which provide space for headquarters staff. The new design scheme features mahogany furnishings, traditionally styled, such as end panels and the circulation desk. The children's area doubled in size and large murals were painted on two walls. The biggest challenge of the renovation was moving the collection and shelving to lay new carpet.
The Sounds And The Furies: Managing An Active Library In A New Generation Of Learners, Alan Bernstein
The Sounds And The Furies: Managing An Active Library In A New Generation Of Learners, Alan Bernstein
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reveals that the Odum Library of Valdosta State University in Georgia participated in the LibQual™ survey to assess how well the library is performing in three specific areas: Effect of Service, Library as Place and Information Control. The Library as Place section was of the greatest interest for survey participants. Noise in the library received by far the most comments, most of them negative. The author examines the noise phenomenon in his library, reviewed its history, contemplated his developing attitudes, and analyzed his thoughts about the noise issue.
Trading Libraries: Off With A Roar, But Will It Soar?, Amy Geisen, Carol Waggoner-Angleton
Trading Libraries: Off With A Roar, But Will It Soar?, Amy Geisen, Carol Waggoner-Angleton
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article focuses on Trading Libraries, a program originally proposed by Callie McGinnis, dean of libraries at Columbus State University. Its goals are that librarians and staff would receive a healthy and beneficial dose of professional development experience and make new professional connections to strengthen the library network. The program had these basic guidelines which includes a participant would shadow their counterpart from another University System of Georgia library and the participant could be a librarian or staff member.
Gpls Wins Mellon Award For Technology Collaboration
Gpls Wins Mellon Award For Technology Collaboration
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article announces that the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has named the Georgia Public Library Service as one of 10 recipients of the second annual Mellon Awards for Technology Collaboration.
Georgia Southern University News And Notes
Georgia Southern University News And Notes
Georgia Library Quarterly
Recent news from Georgia Southern University Library.
Georgia Southwestern State News
Georgia Southwestern State News
Georgia Library Quarterly
Recent news from Georgia Southwestern State Library.
'Classic Rock Cares' At Parks Memorial.
'Classic Rock Cares' At Parks Memorial.
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article announces that Parks Memorial Library in Richland, Georgia has received musical instruments from the John Entwistle Foundation for a program to promote music education among children. As part of its Check-Out Music program, the library now has an electric guitar, bass guitar, keyboard and amplifiers. The foundation launched an eight city tour known as Classic Rock Cares which was to be the first concert tour designed specifically to raise funds for the foundation's mission of free music education and instruments through the public library system.
$1 Million To Purchase Genealogy Materials
$1 Million To Purchase Genealogy Materials
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports that the Muscogee County Library board of trustees has earmarked $1 million for the purchase of materials for the Genealogy and Local History Department of the Chattahoochee Valley Regional Library System in Georgia. The amount was part of the $6.1 million that remained from a 1999 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax that paid for the construction of the Columbus Public Library (Main Branch). The selection process was overseen by genealogy staff which includes members John Lyles and Ginny Stola.
Hall County Library News And Notes
Hall County Library News And Notes
Georgia Library Quarterly
Recent news from the Hall County Library System.
Review: Community Journalism: Relentlessly Local, 3rd Ed., Wallace B. Eberhard
Review: Community Journalism: Relentlessly Local, 3rd Ed., Wallace B. Eberhard
Georgia Library Quarterly
Review of the non-fiction book "Community Journalism: Relentlessly Local," 3rd ed. by Jock Lauterer.
Review: Haunted Savannah: The Official Guidebook To Savannah Haunted History Tour 2007, Julie Poole
Review: Haunted Savannah: The Official Guidebook To Savannah Haunted History Tour 2007, Julie Poole
Georgia Library Quarterly
Review of the non-fiction book "Haunted Savannah: The Official Guidebook to Savannah Haunted History Tour 2007," by James Caskey.
Georgia Library Quarterly, Winter 2008, Susan Cooley
Georgia Library Quarterly, Winter 2008, Susan Cooley
Georgia Library Quarterly
Complete issue of Georgia Library Quarterly, Winter 2008, vol. 44, no. 4.