tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28658153215333392262024-02-08T08:15:12.354-08:00Bridging the Gap - NLA Conference 2008Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-49308354469755299052008-08-12T16:59:00.000-07:002008-08-12T17:09:38.420-07:00Online Registration Is Now ClosedOnline Registration for the 2008 NLA Conference is now closed. You may still register using the <a href="http://www.nevadalibraries.org/conference08/images/registration_form.doc">downloadable form </a>or in person at the conference itself. Thanks! See you there!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-73531467478332959392008-06-19T11:29:00.000-07:002008-06-19T11:30:51.081-07:00Take a Gamble on Web 2.0! - Preconference WorkshopTake a gamble on Web 2.0! <br />Explore the Web 2.0 World at a FREE preconference workshop:<br /><br />When: Wednesday August 13th, 2008, 9 am - 5 pm<br />Where: Lied Library Rhyolite Room, University of Nevada, Las Vegas<br />Cost: FREE! (Space is limited; reserve your seat now!)<br /><br />Details at: <a href="http://demystified.wetpaint.com/page/Nevada+Library+Association+Annual+Conference+2008">http://demystified.wetpaint.com/page/Nevada+Library+Association+Annual+Conference+2008</a><br /><br /><br />Join us and learn "What Happens In Vegas - Stays on YouTube!"<br /><br />Please RSVP by Email to:<br /><br />Patrick Griffis,<br />Business Librarian, University of Nevada Las Vegas,<br /><a href="mailto:patrick.griffis@unlv.edu">patrick.griffis@unlv.edu</a><br /><br />This workshop is sponsored by the Nevada College and Research Libraries (NCRL) section of the Nevada Library AssociationUnknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-21996888458051501482008-06-12T11:47:00.000-07:002008-07-17T13:46:53.041-07:00Transportation ArrangementsHi all!<br /><br />If you need transportation between the airport and Santa Fe Station for the conference, please let Holly Van Valkenburgh know.<br /><br />Her telephone number is 775.684.3322 and <strike>her email is <a href="mailto:hvanvalk@clan.lib.nv.us">hvanvalk@clan.lib.nv.us</a></strike> .<br /><br />Update as of 7/17/08: Holly' new email is: <a href="mailto:hvanvalkenburgh@nevadaculture.org">hvanvalkenburgh@nevadaculture.org</a>.<br /><br /><br />Thank you, and see you in a couple of months!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-53948506242641803832008-05-12T16:44:00.001-07:002008-05-12T16:49:02.054-07:00Preliminary Program Schedule AvailableHi all!<br /><br />The preliminary program is now available! Follow this link to access this Excel file:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nevadalibraries.org/conference08/images/program_grid.xls">Preliminary Conference Program</a><br /><br />Thanks! <br /><br /> - JoanUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-44444704217298469472008-04-16T11:11:00.000-07:002008-04-16T11:23:21.242-07:00Online Conference Registration Form Released!The <a href="https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=nla&formId=42037"><strong>Online Form for the 2008 NLA Conference</strong></a> has been released! This form is for payment by <strong>credit card only</strong>.<br /><br />Don't forget to <a href="https://web.memberclicks.com/mc/quickForm/viewForm.do?orgId=nla&formId=36039"><strong>join NLA</strong></a> if you haven't already done so. The prices you see on the conference registration form will reflect your current NLA membership status.<br /><br />Please contact thhis year's Registration Chair, Janet Mastalir at <a href="mailto:jmastalir@hdpl.org">jmastalir@hdpl.org</a> or Joan Vaughan, NLA Webmaster, at <a href="mailto:jevaughan@hdpl.org">jevaughan@hdpl.org</a> if you have any difficulties using the form.<br /><br />Thanks, and we'll see you in August!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-34628349729018176202008-03-26T11:54:00.000-07:002008-03-26T14:45:56.545-07:00Conference Registration Form Released!We are happy to say that the <a href="http://www.nevadalibraries.org/conference08/images/registration_form.doc"><strong>Conference Registration form</strong></a> is available! This form is for <strong>check payments only</strong> - the online form for credit card payments will be available very soon. Check back here to see when!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-56603296688169069352008-03-12T09:44:00.000-07:002008-05-12T16:41:56.064-07:00Welcome from Nikki Winslow, 2008 Conference ChairThe 2008 NLA Conference Committee is in full swing preparing for this year’sannual festivities, with the theme <strong>“Bridging the Gap @ Nevada Libraries”. </strong>The Conference is being held this year from August 14-16th at the <a href="http://www.santafestationlasvegas.com/">Santa Fe Station Hotel and Casino </a>in Northwest Las Vegas. The Santa Fe Casino promises to be a great site, with a movie theater, bowling alley, food court, and several restaurants and lounges. Rooms are available for $59 plus tax anight, so be sure to make your reservations early!<br /><br />Make sure to take advantage of the discounts you receive towards Conference Registration by <a href="http://www.nevadalibraries.org/member/membership.html">joining NLA</a> and getting registered before the Early Bird discount ends. You will save $30 just for joining NLA, and another $20 for signing up before the Early Bird deadline. That savings practically pays for your membership!!<br /><br />We are really excited about the some of the speakers we have lined up, including noted children’s literature consultant and speaker <a href="http://www.judyreadsbooks.com/">Judy Freeman</a>, who will be presenting all day on Friday, August 15th. This year the Continuing Education credits will be earned during the regular conference session, enabling regular conference attendees to earn credits without attending a preconference. <em>Update: We are happy to report that Judy Freeman will be able to attend the conference after all. 5/12/08 JV</em><br /><br />We have some very exciting prospects for our Virtual Track, as well as a great program about how to offer video gaming tournaments in your branches. Wewill offer programs for everyone, from the latest technology to customerservice, throughout the conference.<br /><br />Here’s an overview of this year’s conference:<br /><br /><strong>Thursday, August 14, 2008</strong><br />8-10 am Free Breakfast in the Exhibitor’s Hall<br />10 am Keynote Speaker<br />11-4 pm Breakout Programs<br />4-6 pm Exhibitor’s Reception, Complimentary<br />6-8 pm President’s Dinner, featuring Richard Lee and <a href="http://www.killiansangels.com/">Killian’s Angels</a><br /><br /><strong>Friday, August 15, 2008<br /></strong>8-10 am Free Breakfast in the Exhibitor’s Hall<br />10 am Keynote Speaker<br />11-5 pm Breakout Programs<br /><br /><strong>Saturday, August 16, 2008<br /></strong>9-12 am NYRA Breakfast<br />12-4 pm Children’s Services Breakout Programs<br /><br />We really hope everyone is able to attend and guarantee some great programs and fun for all! Any questions? Contact me at <a href="mailto:nlaconfchair@yahoo.com">nlaconfchair@yahoo.com</a>.<br /><br />(<em>as written in the March 2008 Nevada Libraries)</em>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-12361833379009599762008-03-12T09:40:00.001-07:002008-03-12T09:53:51.549-07:00March 2008 Nevada Libraries Released!Please check out the new <a href="http://www.nevadalibraries.org/Newsletter/march08.pdf">March 2008 Nevada Libraries</a> that has just been released!<br /><br />The Nevada Libraries issue has a word from our new President, Denise Gerdes, as well as an introduction from Nikki Winslow, this year's NLA Conference Chairperson. There is a preliminary schedule of events as well as a Call for Program Proposals.<br /><br />Take a look at what's going on with the 2008 Conference, as well as what's going on in other Nevada Libraries!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-91635084268960912072008-03-05T16:35:00.001-08:002008-03-05T16:40:21.458-08:00Room Registration Information Released!The 2008 Nevada Library Association Conference will be held at the <a href="http://www.santafestationlasvegas.com/">Santa Fe Station Casino </a>on August 14-16, 2008.<br /><br />To get the conference room discount<br /><ul><br /><li>call 866-767-7771</li><br /><li>ask for the Las Vegas Clark County Library Group</li><br /></ul><br />Rooms will be <strong>$62 Wednesday and Thursday</strong>, and <strong>$102 Friday and Saturday</strong>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-89655911958367471422008-01-30T10:30:00.000-08:002008-01-30T10:48:25.656-08:00Exhibitor Information<p><a href="http://www.nevadalibraries.org/conference08/images/exhibitor_packet.doc"><strong>Exhibitor's Packet </strong></a><br /><a href="http://www.nevadalibraries.org/conference08/images/freeman_kit.pdf"><strong>Exhibition Company Information</strong></a><br /><br />Dear Exhibitor:<br /><br />The <strong>Nevada Library Association</strong> invites you to the <strong>Santa Fe Station Hotel and Casino Convention Center</strong> in Las Vegas to join us at our Annual Conference “Bridging the Gap” <strong>August 14-16th, 2008</strong>. As you know, NLA supports libraries and librarians across the state. And, each year, NLA provides its members with an excellent occasion for networking and education at the annual conference and tradeshow.<br /><br />Benefits to Our Exhibitors:<br />*10 % Discount Pricing if you reserve your space by March 31st, 2008<br />*Over 400 attendees last year<br />*Scheduled No-Conflict Exhibit Time on Thursday<br />*Exhibits will be open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Thursday (14th) and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday (15th).<br />*Your Company Name on the NLA conference homepage in 2008<br />*Your Company Name in the NLA Conference Program<br />*Exhibitor Lounge with complimentary beverages both days<br /><br />Benefit to Our Sponsors:<br />*Greater Visibility. Your company name will be highlighted in the Conference Program Guide, spotlighted in Conference emails and visible on the Conference Web page<br />*(Continued Exposure. The earlier you purchase your sponsorship the longer your company will be highlighted as a 2008 Conference Sponsor<br />*Special Recognition. Your company will receive special recognition throughout the conference as a 2008 sponsor<br /><br />Please find an exhibitor’s contract and a list of sponsorship opportunities. Contracts and sponsorships should be received by <strong>May 31st, 2008</strong> at the latest. Reserve your spot now, space is limited, and booths are assigned on a first come, first served basis. If you have any questions, please call <strong>702-492-6580</strong>. </p><p><br />Stephen M. Platt, 2008 NLA Exhibits Chair<br />Paseo Verde Library<br />Henderson, NV 89014<br />smplatt@hdpl.org<br />P: 702-492-6580<br />F: 702-492-1711</p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-7599313029930810192008-01-26T11:08:00.001-08:002008-05-30T09:50:25.555-07:00Call for Proposals for ProgramsCall for Proposals for Programs [<a href="http://www.nevadalibraries.org/conference08/images/2008_program_proposals.doc"><strong>download the application</strong></a>]<br />Final Application due April 11, 2008<br />Please supply the following information for each program you would like to host or conduct.<br /><em>Return no later than April 11, 2008 to</em><br /><em></em><br /><div align="center">Nikki Winslow, Conference Chair<br />Rainbow Library<br />3150 N. Buffalo Drive<br />Las Vegas, NV 89128<br />E-mail: nlaconfchair2008[at]yahoo.com<br />Phone: (702) 507.3712<br />Fax: (702) 507.3730</div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><em>Proposals received after April 11, 2008 will be accepted on a space available basis.</em></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865815321533339226.post-80593084426834185762008-01-24T12:14:00.001-08:002008-05-30T09:51:04.981-07:00Introducing the 2008 Conference CommitteeContact any of these folks with your questions, suggestions, and comments:<br /><br />PRESIDENT<br />Denise Gerdes – President<br />Branch Manager<br />West Charleston Library<br />6301 W. Charleston Blvd.Las Vegas, NV 89146<br />P: 702-507-3960F: 702-507-3950<br /><a href="mailto:nlapres2008@yahoo.com">nlapres2008@yahoo.com</a><br /><br />ANNUAL MEETING CHAIR<br />Nikki Winslow - Chair<br />Youth Services Librarian Rainbow Library<br />3150 N. Buffalo Dr Las Vegas , NV 89128<br />P: 702-507-3712 F: 702-507-3730<br /><a href="mailto:nlaconfchair2008@yahoo.com">nlaconfchair2008@yahoo.com</a><br /><br />Local Arrangements Committee: Teresa Manix – Chair<br />Branch Manager Rainbow Library<br />3150 N. Buffalo Dr . Las Vegas , NV 89128<br />P: 702-507-3720 F: 702-507-3730<br /><a href="mailto:manixt@lvccld.org">manixt@lvccld.org</a><br /><br />Registration Committee: Janet Mastalir – Chair<br />Branch Manager<br />Paseo Verde Library<br />280 S. Green Valley Pkwy. Henderson, NV 89012<br />P: 702-492-7252F: 702-4921711<br /><a href="mailto:jmastalir@hdpl.org">jmastalir@hdpl.org</a><br /><br />Technology Committee: Jim Hayes – Chair<br />Regional Branch Services<br />Las Vegas Library- 3 rd Floor<br />833 Las Vegas Blvd. N.Las Vegas, NV 89101<br />P: 702-507-3593<a href="mailto:Gregory_Robinson@nsc.nevada.edu"><br />hayesj@lvccld.org</a><br /><br />Exhibits Committee<br />Stephen Platt – Chair<br />Reference Librarian<br />Paseo Verde Library<br />280 S. Green Valley Pkwy. Henderson, NV 89012<br />P: 702-492-6580F: 702-492-1711<br /><a href="mailto:smplatt@hdpl.org">smplatt@hdpl.org</a><br /><br />Programming Track Chairs:<br />Children’s Track<br />Mary Nelson-Brown – Co-Chair<br />Youth Services Coordinator<br />Las Vegas Library- 3 rd Floor<br />833 Las Vegas Blvd. N. Las Vegas, NV 89101<br />P: 702-3596<br /><a href="mailto:brownm@lvccld.org">brownm@lvccld.org</a><br /><br />Children’s Track<br />Dan Ihnen – Co-Chair<br />CCSD Library Services Coordinator Clark County School District<br />2832 E. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89121<br />P: 799-8451<br /><a href="mailto:dihnen@interact.ccsd.net">dihnen@interact.ccsd.net</a><br /><br />Virtual Track<br />Mario Aguilar – Co-Chair<br />District Hub Sub Librarian<br />Green Valley Library 2797 N. Green Valley Pkwy. Henderson, NV 89014<br />P: 702-507-3793<br /><a href="mailto:aguilarmd@lvccld.org">aguilarmd@lvccld.org</a><br /><br />Adult Services Track<br />Arlene Caruso - Chair<br />Reference Librarian<br />Paseo Verde Library<br />280 S. Green Valley Pkwy. Henderson, NV 89012<br />P: 702-492-7252<br /><a href="mailto:acaruso@hdpl.org">acaruso@hdpl.org</a><br /><br />Publicity<br />Steve Dimoulas – Chair<br />Reference Librarian<br />Whitney Library<br />5175 E. Tropicana Ave Las Vegas, NV 89122<br /><a href="mailto:dimoulass@lvccld.org">dimoulass@lvccld.org</a><br /><br />Florence Jakus - Co-Chair<br />Assistant Branch Manager<br />West Charleston Library<br />6301 W. Charleston Blvd.<br />Las Vegas, NV 89146<br /><a href="mailto:jakusf@lvccld.org">jakusf@lvccld.org</a><br /><br />NSCLS Chair: Nevada School and Children's Library Section<br />Florica Hagendorn<br />Paseo Verde Libary<br />280 S. Green Valley Pkwy. Henderson, NV 89012<br />P: 702-492-7252<br /><a href="mailto:fhagendorn@hdpl.org">fhagendorn@hdpl.org</a><br /><br />NYRA<br />Carla Land – Co-Chair<br />Youth Services Librarian<br />1401 E. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas , NV 89119<br />P: 702-507-3436<br /><a href="mailto:landc@lvccld.org">landc@lvccld.org</a><br /><br />NYRA<br />Sherida Steffen – Co-Chair<br /><a href="mailto:SCS309@interact.ccsd.net">SCS309@interact.ccsd.net</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0