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It Takes A Village To Support A Library, Peter D. Pearson
It Takes A Village To Support A Library, Peter D. Pearson
Georgia Library Quarterly
The author explains how friends of library groups and organizations can support a library. It points out the significance of political advocacy, particularly the role of the friends of library groups in promoting the importance of a public library. It encourages the holding of private fundraising combined with advocacy for the benefit of the library and taking into consideration the capabilities of its board of directors and moving beyond just membership contributions. Also proposed is the use of a merged model of a library friends group and foundation.
Bush Grant Will Fund 45 Scholarships
Bush Grant Will Fund 45 Scholarships
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article announces that the Georgia Public Library Services has received a Laura Bush 21st century Librarian Program grant worth 680,327 U.S. dollars from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Georgia Library News Now On Twitter
Georgia Library News Now On Twitter
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article informs that the Georgia Public Library Services (GPLS) has created a Twitter account, Georgialibs. According to GPLS Webmaster Darin Givens, the GPLS Twitter feed will be useful communications tool for getting brief reminders about upcoming library events, conferences and workshops. Given adds that it will also be used for linking public library news items.
Dekalb Unveils First Construction Projects
Dekalb Unveils First Construction Projects
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the expansion of the Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library and other branches of the DeKalb County Public Library System of Georgia. The expanded library is twice as large as its former size. Its collection includes 64,000 publications, additional computers and special area for children and adolescents.
Library's Opening Draws Nearly Half Of Ephesus' Population
Library's Opening Draws Nearly Half Of Ephesus' Population
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the opening ceremony of the Ephesus Public Library in Heard County, Georgia. Speakers included Representative Randy Nix, State Librarian Lamar Veatch and Head County School Superintendent and library board chairman Benji Hyatt. The library measures 6,000 square feet, with a collection of more than 4,500 children's and adult books.
Mountain Regional Holds Celebrations
Mountain Regional Holds Celebrations
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the community wide celebration held by the Union County Public Library in Georgia to thank the Union County citizens and other parties who have contributed to the renovation of the library. Library Director Donna Howell welcomed the guests, including Senator Chip Pearson, Representative Stephen Allison, and Commissioner Lamar Paris.
From The President, James Cooper
From The President, James Cooper
Georgia Library Quarterly
The author talks about the annual Georgia Library Day held at the Capitol of the state on February 26, 2009. The author mentions the increase in annual use of school libraries, public libraries and academic libraries in the U.S. The author also cites the highlights of the event. The author talks about the creation of a new group called the Atlanta Emerging Librarians by the Georgia Library Association.
Gwinnett County Library System Begins Construction Of First 'Green' Facility
Gwinnett County Library System Begins Construction Of First 'Green' Facility
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the ground breaking ceremony held by Gwinnett County and Gwinnett County Public Library officials in Lawrenceville, Georgia on October 21, 2008 to start the construction of the Hamilton Mill branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library System. The library building will be designed by Precision Planning Inc. to meet the Silver LEED energy efficiency and sustainability standards. Garrard Construction Group is constructing the facility, which will be open in the winter of 2010.
Augusta-Richmond County Breaks Ground On New Hq
Augusta-Richmond County Breaks Ground On New Hq
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on the ground-breaking on a new library facility of Augusta Public Library in Georgia on September 22, 2008. The library facility is three times the size of the existing library. The facility will function as the headquarters for the Augusta-Richmond County Public Library and the East Central Georgia Regional Library, which serves Columbia, Lincoln, Richmond, Burke and Warren counties.
Dekalb County Moves Forward With Multiple Library Projects
Dekalb County Moves Forward With Multiple Library Projects
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports on multiple library building construction projects of DeKalb County Public Library in Georgia. It describes the construction and library architecture of Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library. Information is given on the renovation and expansion of Northlake-Barbara Loar Library. It also features the facilities of Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library and the Stonecrest Library.
Hard Times = A New Brand Of Advocacy, Ellen G. Miller
Hard Times = A New Brand Of Advocacy, Ellen G. Miller
Georgia Library Quarterly
The author talks about the need for public library board directors to create new measures to address the current economic crisis and its possible impact on the profession. The author states two measures public libraries must create, such boosting educational and literacy attainment and improving labor force skills. he author also asserts that board directors must show voters, officials, leaders and the public how the library helps everyone.
Tifton-Tift County Public Library Breaks Ground
Tifton-Tift County Public Library Breaks Ground
Georgia Library Quarterly
The article reports that Tifton-Tift County Public Library, a member of the Coastal Plain Regional Library system, has broke ground on its expansion/renovation project in Georgia on November 6, 2008. The public library has completed environmental abatement and some demolition. The renovation project will amount $3 million and is expected to be completed in December 2009.