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Stress Busters! Everyday De-stressors That Can Make Your Workweek More Enjoyable by Marianne Rowe-Dimas, The Image Factor
Library Law: Do You Really Know Who Your Bidder Is? by E. Kenneth Friker and James W. Fessler
Delivery Bin Pilot Project by Don Johnson, NSLS
Library Law: Employee Communications Transmitted To and From Library-Owned Computers: Does Your Library Have a Policy and How is it Enforced? by E. Kenneth Friker and James W. Fessler, Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd.
Succession Planning and Management: It's Not Just for Directors by Paul Glover, The Glover Group
Get Your Legislators Talking...About Libraries! by Sarah Long, Executive Director, NSLS
ALA Releases National Technology Study by Larra Clark, ALA
NSLS To Experiment with Video by Judy Hoffman, NSLS
Library Law: Child Online Protection Act Ruled Unconstitutional (Again) by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
Library Law: Wage Garnishment Guidelines for Libraries, Part Two by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
NSLS Faces Challenges Ahead with New Outlook by Sarah Long, NSLS
Library Law: Wage Garnishment Guidelines for Libraries, Part One by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
ILDS Update: Delivery Route Changes by Don Johnson, North Suburban Library System
The 10 Things @ SPL: Inside Skokie Public Library's Staff Learning Program by Richard Kong, Skokie Public Library
Library Law: Is the Site for Your Library Really Clean? by E. Kenneth Friker, Dennis G. Walsh and James W. Fessler of Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd.
Web 2.0 Training in Libraries by Kristine Kenney, Schaumburg Township District Library
ILSDO Fund for Illinois Libraries by ILSDO
Library Law: Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing by E. Kenneth Friker and James W. Fessler, Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd.
Make Yourself at Home in the New NSLS 3rd Space by Judy Hoffman, NSLS
Using RSS by Ian Baaske, NSLS
Computers in Libraries Conference 2008 by Christina Stoll, Metropolitan Library System
April 2008 ILDS Update by Don Johnson, NSLS
Tips To Consider in Your Quest To Go Green by Alan Minarik, NSLS
Warren Newport Public Library Goes Green by Jan Marsh, Warren Newport Public Library District
Library Law: Overtime Pay for Volunteer Work Hours? by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
NSLS Helicopter on Secret Mission Crashes by Don Johnson, NSLS
Good Health is Good Business at Libraries by Judy Hoffman, NSLS
NSLS and Other Member Libraries Provide Employee Assistance for Staff by Judy Scarnato, NSLS
Library Law: Constitutional and Unconstitutional Patron Appearance and Behavior Policies: A Review by James W. Fessler and E. Kenneth Friker, Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd.
ILDS Update by Don Johnson, NSLS
Delivery Update After February Snow Days by Don Johnson, NSLS
Library Legislation RSS Feeds by Jill Lynch, NSLS
Believe You Can Make a Difference by MaryBeth McWilliams, MacArthur Middle School
Library Law: Effective Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
NSLS Buzz by Judy Hoffman, NSLS
Learning 2.0 @ your Library? Participate or Perish by C. Brian Smith, Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Library Law: Public Acts Effective January 1, 2008 by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
Learning Suited To You by Debbie Baaske
WebJunction Illinois and LibraryU: Professional Development Tools for Illinois Library Staff by Lisa Barnhart
ILDS Update: Changeover Schedule and Information Packets by Don Johnson, NSLS
Are Patrons Ignoring Electronic Resources? by Donna Fletcher
ILDS Update by Don Johnson, NSLS
The “New” Face of Reference: Finding Markets and Anticipating Needs by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Library Law: Disciplining FLSA-Exempt Employees for Attendance Issues by E. Kenneth Friker and James W. Fessler
Keeping it Real: Research Services at a Forward-looking Company by Deb Armer, Sg2
Reference in the School Library: Tapping in to the Power of Relationships, Presence, and Innovation for 24/7 Service by Erin Wyatt, Highland Middle School
New ILDS System Coming by Don Johnson, NSLS
Creating High Impact Staff Days by Dan Wiseman, Wiseman Consulting and Training, Inc.
Two Out of the Ordinary Conference Experiences: Pegasus and IEG by Donna Tieberg, NSLS
Moving Away from the Traditional Library Conference by Kay Schlumpf, NSLS
Is Attending a National Conference My Only Option? by Debbie Baaske, NSLS
Library Law: Libraries and Pregnancy Leave by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Library Law: Negative Comments About Employee's Accent May Be Discrimination by E. Kenneth Friker and James W. Fessler
On- and off-line: The Ying and the Yang of Professional Networking by Debbie Baaske, NSLS
Sharing Through Radio by Liz Glazer, Lake Villa Public Library District
Reaching Out to ESL Patrons by Alexander Todd, Prospect Heights Public Library District
Library Law: Changes in the Law of Interest to Libraries by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
Looking to the Future: NSLS Libraries Are Working Hard To Go Green by Christina Johnson, NSLS
Possible Funding Sources for Going Green by Sharon Ball, NSLS
Millburn Central School To Facilitate Solar Energy Activities by Randee Hudson, Millburn Central School
Judson University Goes Green by Brittney Banks and Carol L. Warner, Judson University
Library Law: Converting Eligible Sick Leave to Service Credit by James W. Fessler and E. Kenneth Friker, Klein, Thorpe and Jenkins, Ltd.
Why I Became a Library Board Trustee by Don Roalkvam, Indian Trails Public Library District
Understanding the Responsibility of Being a Trustee by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Valuing Library Trustees: An Avenue of Service for the Director by Chadwick Raymond, Northbrook Public Library
Thoughts on Being a Newly Elected NSLS Board Member by Leora Siegel, Lenhardt Library of the Chicago Botanic Garden
Your Delivery Staff: Larry Krenos by Don Johnson, NSLS
NSLS Offers New Return on Investment Calculator for Libraries by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Your Delivery Staff: Don Johnson by Don Johnson, NSLS
Your Delivery Staff: Alexander McMullen by Don Johnson, NSLS
Your Delivery Staff: Saul Pina by Don Johnson, NSLS
Library Law: Library Employment of Underage Workers by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
More Ideas for Marketing the Special Library by Penny Sympson, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.
What is Your Library's ROI? by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Return on Investment by Sarah Long, NSLS
F2F with Facebook by Brandee Crisp, Park Ridge Public Library
Your Delivery Staff: Matt Kahler by Don Johnson, NSLS
Your Delivery Staff: Darren Byer by Don Johnson, NSLS
Your Delivery Staff: Ken Mitsuoka by Don Johnson, NSLS
Learn About the NSLS Delivery Staff by Don Johnson, NSLS
Library Law: Budgeting, Appropriating, and Levying by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Create Your Second Life by Lori Bell, Alliance Library System
Using Vlogs To Increase Web Presence by Ingrid Lebolt, Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Let Flickr and YouTube Do Your Website's Heavy Lifting by Ian Baaske, NSLS
Library Law: A Primer on Non-Resident Card Programs by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Google Book Search: A Useful Tool for Librarians by Steven Jablonski, Skokie Public Library
Digitization: The Future is Now by Kay Schlumpf, NSLS
Library Law: IMRF Pension Benefits and Military Service Protection Laws by Gerard E. Dempsey, Jacob H. Karaca, and Janet N. Petsche
Today's Seniors Look to the Library for Computer Literacy, Convenience, and Culture by R. Christine Gibson, Indian Trails Public Library District
Wide Array of Choices Brings Teens to the Library by Pat Brennan, Wauconda Area Library
Reaching Out to Teens: Notes from a Start-Up Gaming Club by Joe Torres, Schaumburg Township District Library
St. Charles Public Library's TnT: Twenties and Thirties Programming by Merilee Curtis, St. Charles Public Library
Library Law: Tardiness, Absenteeism and the FMLA and ADA by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Creating a Third Place from a Diverse Academic Community by Betsy Larson, University Center of Lake County
The Public Library: A Third Place for Teens by Joanne Chiarella, Fremont Public Library District
Third Place is Our Place by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Library Law: Library Dress Codes: Keeping Up Appearances by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Librarians in Tiaras Can Make a Difference by Randee Hudson, Millburn Community Consolidated School District 24
Why You Should Attend National Library Legislative Day by Megan Ower, Zion-Benton Public Library District
How to Become an Advocate for Libraries… and Why the Future of Libraries May Depend on YOUR Advocacy by Kathy Caudill, Ela Area Public Library District Board of Trustees
Law Can Be Used To Change Library Levy Process by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
MyMediaMall and Netlibrary Continue To Grow by Debbie Baaske, NSLS
Develop a Strategy for E-Resource Management by Rebecca Teasdale, Schaumburg Township District Library
24/7 Service Starts With Collaboration and the Library Partnership Trust by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Invest in Libraries: Support the ALA Cultural Communities Fund by Sarah Long, NSLS
Library Law: Substance Abuse, Unruly Behavior, Absenteeism, and Library Discipline by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche, Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd.
Uncovering the Secret Ingredient for Successful Libraries by Dawne Tortorella, Bellcow, Inc.
Picture Yourself as a Library Leader by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Libraries as 21st Century Technology Leaders: Developing a Statewide Toolkit by Mary Witt, NSLS
Changes Made to Gale Virtual Reference Library Offer for All Illinois High Schools by Dale Lawrence, NSLS
A Little Appreciation Goes a Long Way by Christina Johnson, NSLS
Recognize a Colleague with an Award Nomination by Debbie Baaske, NSLS
Ways Fremont Public Library District Recognizes Volunteers by Barb Witte, Fremont Public Library District
NSLS Receives Library Service and Technology Act (LSTA) Grants by Sharon Ball, NSLS
Library Law: Does the First Amendment Allow Libraries to Limit the Public Use of Their Property? by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Library Law: Can Libraries Permanently Increase Taxes Under New PTELL Law Governing Referenda? by Gerard Dempsey and Janet Petsche
Preserving Our Past with Technology by Arlene Lane and Sonia Schoenfield, Cook Memorial Public Library District
Historical Societies and Libraries Working Together by Mickey Horndasch, Arlington Heights Historical Society and Museum
Connect with Genealogy Librarians by Deena Butta, Glenview Public Library
Beginning Genealogy: Tips for Finding Your Roots @ Your Public Library by Colleen Ringel, Morton Grove Public Library
Bring Service to Teens through Gale Virtual Reference Library by Anna Yackle
Welcoming Teens to the Library by Ben Schapiro and Katy Opderbeck, Morton Grove Public Library
Grab Them and Keep Them Coming Back for More: Teen Programming that Works by Rose Allen, Mount Prospect Public Library
How Teens Are Using the Internet by Sharon Ball, NSLS
Teens Help Shape Millburn School Library's Collection by Randee Hudson, Millburn School
Getting Teens in the Door – More Than Once! by Amy Alessio, Schaumburg Township District Library
Library Law: New Election Law Changes Affect Tax Referenda by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Information 911: Increasing Diversity Makes Libraries More Important than Ever by Tracie D. Hall, American Library Association Office for Diversity
Doing More with Less: What We Can Learn from Our International Colleagues by Robert Seal, Loyola University
Generational Synergy: Steps to Create a Workplace in which Generational Differences Lead to Organizational Effectiveness by Maureen Sullivan, Consultant
Library Law: Constructive Discharge by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Library Law: New Legislation To Impact Libraries by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
NSLS 2006-2007 Work Plan Incorporates the Future of Libraries Theme by Mary Witt, NSLS
It's Time To Re-Imagine Libraries by Sarah Ann Long, NSLS
What is RSS? by Ian Baaske, NSLS
Library Law: Severe Weather Warning: FLSA Consequences of Closing the Library? Part II by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Roundtable—The State Library Looks to the Future of Systems by Anne Craig, Jean Wilkins, Bridget Lamont, Patricia Norris
System Histories: North Suburban Library System by Judy Hoffman, NSLS
The Top Ten Reasons Why Regional Library Systems Are Vital in 2005—and Beyond by Sarah Long, NSLS
Near the Beginning by Robert Lyons, NSLS Board
Observations on the 40th Anniversary of the Illinois Regional Library Systems by Jean Wilkins, former Illinois State Library Director
NSLS Delivery Hits an All Time High by Larry Krenos, NSLS
Reaching Out to Your Patrons in an Electronic Environment by Debbie Baaske, NSLS
Is E-Commerce Right for Libraries? by Rob Zschernitz, NSLS
Web 2.0: Wikis and Tagging by Ian Baaske, NSLS
Wikipedia: Poster Child for Web 2.0 by Dawne Tortorella, Bellcow, Inc.
We are the Web: An Overview of Web 2.0 by Dawne Tortorella, Bellcow, Inc.
Library Law: Severe Weather Warning: FLSA Consequences for Closing the Library? Part I by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Membership Awards Q&A with Tom Kern by Judy Hoffman, NSLS
New Models of Reference: Chat, IM, and Text Messaging by Bill Pardue, Arlington Heights Memorial Library
New Ways of Delivering Service: Podcasting by Debbie Baaske, NSLS
New Ways of Delivering Service: Blogs and RSS by Ian Baaske, NSLS
New Ways of Delivering Service: Digitization by Kay Schlumpf, NSLS
Library Law: Court Clarifies What Constitutes a Personnel Record by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Library Law: Monitoring Employee Electronic Communications, Part II by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Library Law: Monitoring Employee Electronic Communications, Part I by Gerard E. Dempsey and Janet N. Petsche
Sharon’s Principles of Proposal Writing by Sharon Ball, NSLS
Take the First Step in Writing Your Grant by Rima Lockwood, Cove School
Bringing History Alive Through LSTA Grant by Jeanné Lohfink, Beach Park Middle School
Top 10 Grantwriting Mistakes by Karen Egan, Illinois State Library
Why Illinois Library Day is Important For Academic Librarians by Larry C. Wild, Judson College
Grassroots: Now is the Growing Season! by Chadwick T. Raymond, Northbrook Public Library
Taking Care of Business: Advocacy at the Local Level by John Keister, NSLS Board
Value of Professional Development by William McCully
Learning as an Investment, Not a Cost by Maureen Sullivan
Top Technology Gifts and Gadgets for Your Library in 2005 by Linda Braun,
Reaping the Benefits of Professional Organizations by Sharon Ball, NSLS
It's Never Too Early To Rejuvenate Your Career by Debbie Taylor, NSLS
Why Your Library Should Offer the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) by Judy Scarnato, NSLS
Marketing Tips: Simple Things that Net Big Results by Deb Whisler, Bonnie Forkosh, Elizabeth Stearns, and Janice Marsh
Advocacy: Tips for Keeping Informed by Sharon Ball, NSLS
The National Library Legislative Day 2005 Experience by Jennifer King, NSLS
Slowly Building Relationships with Legislators Leads to Success by Christina Johnson, NSLS
Making a Difference on Advocacy Day by Alan Minarik, NSLS
Tips and Hints for Advocacy by Allison Gruber, NSLS
Position Your Library for Success by Stephen Mongelluzzo
Planning for Success: Tips For a Winning John Cotton Dana Nomination by Judy Hoffman
Marketing the Special Library by Penny S. Sympson, Corporate Librarian, Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc.
Marketing Your Academic Library by Connie Bakker and Jo Beckwith, College of Lake County
Diversifying Your Grants Income by Cynthia M. Adams, CEO/Founder GrantStation.com, Inc.
What Funders Are Looking For by Clark Halker, Senior Program Officer at the Illinois Humanities Council
Why You Should Be Part of the Grantseekers Interest Group by Kathleen Lovelace, Ela Area Public Library
Systemic Change with Grant Money by Randee Hudson, Millburn School, Wadsworth
Rewards of NSLS Membership by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Breakdown of NSLS Services by Anna Yackle, NSLS
Penny Swartz suggests trying professional organization involvement. You might like it.
Findings of Powerful Libraries Make Powerful Learners: The Illinois Study by Christina Johnson
Pamela Kramer discusses Linking for Learning
NSLS Duties & Responsibilities of Representatives by Sarah Long, NSLS
How To Become an NSLS Board Member by Sarah Long, NSLS