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Subject: Attend Resource Sharing Programs at the TLA Annual Conference! This year's Texas Library Association annual conference presents resource sharing information and strategies that you don't want to miss! Get the latest news on how resource sharing expands the reach of your library, makes your resources stretch, enhances your programs and procedures, and allows your library and patrons to utilize current programs to their maximum potential. All presentations held in the George R. Brown Convention Center unless otherwise noted. Names and dates of programs: (Preconference) April 1, 2003 (Tuesday) "GENEALOGY: FINDING ROOTS IN YOUR LIBRARY" (1:00 PM TO 5:00 PM) Those fortunate enough to pre-register for this program have the opportunity to learn how to use the TexShare Databases for genealogical research, how to conduct international genealogical research, how to find information on African-American and Hispanic communities, and more! (Conference) April 2, 2003 (Wednesday) "WHAT'S AHEAD FOR INTERLIBRARY LOAN?" (10:15 AM TO 11:50 AM) Discover potential future directions for Interlibrary Loan, and how the Library of Texas Program may impact current resource sharing procedures. A business meeting follows the program. "TEXSHARE: GROWING WITH TEXAS LIBRARIES" (1:00 PM TO 1:50 AM) Hear the latest information about the primary resource sharing initiative in the state - TexShare! Get an update on legislative funding. "THE LIBRARY OF TEXAS: 21ST CENTURY SERVICES" (2:00 PM TO 3:50 PM) See the future of library services in Texas now! The four components of the Library of Texas enhance the content, services, and resources of Texas libraries. "TEXTREASURES SUCCESS STORIES" (2:00 PM TO 3:50 PM) Hear from TexTreasures grant recipients as they share their experiences about this grant program. Obtain noteworthy information about peer review, grant writing, evaluation criteria, and the entire grant application process. "TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE 1 - BOWKER: BOOKSINPRINT.COM; GLOBALBOOKSINPRINT.COM; ULRICHSWEB.COM" (11:00 AM) View how these online databases can assist librarians and patrons in their searches for books, audios, videos and periodicals. Find out how to download, e-mail and print information from search results. April 3, 2003 (Thursday) "NET FAIR 2 - THE LIBRARY OF TEXAS AND SMALL LIBRARIES" (1:00 PM TO 1:50 PM) How will networked services benefit the small library? RoseAleta Laurell, Director of Ingleside Public Library, discusses the opportunities presented to small libraries by the Library of Texas. "FROM PRINCES TO BEGGARS: UNCOVERING THE PAST" (1:00 PM TO 1:50 PM) Learn how patrons can utilize the TexShare Databases to research their family histories. View demonstrations of databases and search techniques by a librarian experienced in genealogical research. "GOVERNMENT INFORMATION: ACCESS DENIED?" (2:00 PM TO 3:50 PM) Listen to a panel discussion on access to government information. Do citizens have more or less access not that "everything is online?" Discussion also includes information security, preservation, and government depository programs. April 4, 2003 (Friday) "MULTI-TYPE REGIONAL COOPERATION" (10:00 AM TO 11:20 AM) Study the regional library system models other states use to enhance library services and development. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of multi-type regional cooperation with other Texas librarians. Please excuse any duplicate postings. Michael Avila Public Information Specialist Library Resource Sharing Texas State Library and Archives Commission [EMAIL PROTECTED] 512-936-4274 http://www.tsl.state.tx.us --------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, send to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Include in body: unsubscribe ctls-l For information on CTLS-L please visit: http://www.ctls.net/document/ctls-l.htm
