Wiki Edit-a-thon@Eyebeam Saturday February 1st, noon-6pm

Posted on January 28, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

 

 

Join the “Art + Feminism” Wikipedia Edit-a-thon @ Eyebeam, aimed at collaboratively expanding Wikipedia articles covering Art and Feminism, and the biographies of women artists organized by Eyebeam Fellows, members of ARLIS, faculty of CUNY College of Staten Island, members of the Wikimedia NYC Chapter, and METRO’s own Wikipedian-in-Residence.

The event is open to anyone who wishes to attend. No Wikipedia editing experience necessary; as needed throughout the event, tutoring will be provided for Wikipedia newcomers.

Location: Eyebeam Art and Technology Center (540 West 21st Street)
Time: Saturday February 1, noon – 6pm

Tutorials for the beginner Wikipedian, reference materials, and light refreshments will be provided. Please bring a laptop or plan to share with someone as Eyebeam has no more than a few computers to lend out. For the editing-averse, we invite you to stop by to show your support and learn more about Wikipedia.

Eyebeam is happy to be providing childcare; please contact us at artandfeminismwiki@gmail.com to let us know the age and number of children requiring supervision.

There are also regional events that day in Brooklyn, Westchester County, and the Hudson Valley, as well as over 22 satellite locations worldwide.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/NYC
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/ArtAndFeminism
http://www.meetup.com/WikimediaNYC/events/161612622/

For more information on METRO’s related Wikipedia events and projects see the METRO GLAM-Wiki page (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums-Wikipedia).

All the Best,

Dorothy Howard

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Dorothy Howard, Open Data Fellow
Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO)

212.228.2320 x127

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Kristin Heitman on Health Efforts in 16th-Century London–History of Medicine Lecture at NYAM–Thursday, February 20th @ 6:00 pm

Posted on January 9, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

 

Dr. Kristin Heitman’s lecture at the New York Academy of Medicine, “Counting the Dead in Reformation London: 16th-Century Community Health Efforts,” originally schedule for Tuesday, January 21, but postponed due to snow, is now rescheduled for Thursday, February 20—lecture at 6:00, and refreshments from 5:30.  Online registration at http://support.nyam.org/site/Calendar?id=104681&view=Detail.

 

Many thanks.

 

Paul

 

Paul Theerman, PhD

Associate Director

Center for the History of Medicine and Public Health

New York Academy of Medicine

1216 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY, 10029

212.822.7350

http://nyamcenterforhistory.org/

Please join us for the fourth event in the 2013–2014 History of Medicine lecture series, sponsored by the Center for the History of Medicine and Public Health at the New York Academy of Medicine.  Dr Kristin Heitman will be speaking 16th-century efforts in London to gather and use health mortality data.

Kristin Heitman, PhD, Chair, Department of Medical History, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), Bethesda, MD

 

Counting the Dead in Reformation London: An Early Quantitative Effort to Optimize Community Health

Thursday, February 20th., at the New York Academy of Medicine, 1216 Fifth Avenue (at 103rd Street), New York NY, Room 20 (2nd Floor).

Lecture at 6 p.m.; light refreshments from 5:30 p.m.

The London Bills of Mortality are generally discussed in the context of the Scientific Revolution, especially as championed by the Royal Society of London. In particular, the Bills provided the data for John Graunt’s seminal work in demography and epidemiology (1662 et seq.), which the early Royal Society immediately claimed as one of its crowning achievements.

However, the City of London had begun collecting parish-by-parish mortality data some 100 years earlier, during the politically rocky period between the death of Henry VIII and the accession of Elizabeth I.  As part of requiring a weekly report of every death from every parish across the city, London’s aldermen established a mechanism to determine the cause of each death, generating mortality counts for not just infectious diseases but chronic conditions, accidents, and suicides. The city then used those data to establish an ongoing effort to optimize community health across a broad range of conditions. London had statistics, in short, some 250 years before the Swiss. This talk will trace the emergence of London’s methods from its unusually strong city charter and the close ties among its guild system, City officials, and the established church.

Kristin Heitman, PhD, teaches the history of medicine and public health, critical thinking, and philosophy of science at The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) in Bethesda, Maryland.  Trained in the history and philosophy of science at the Johns Hopkins University, she has held fellowships from the National Science Foundation, the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, and Johns Hopkins University.

The lecture is free and open to the public, but advance registration is requested. You can register for this event here http://support.nyam.org/site/Calendar?id=104281&view=Detail

We look forward to seeing you at this and other events in the 2013–2014 series.  For more information about many other upcoming history of medicine events in the New York area, see the calendar page of our blog, Books, Health, and History: http://nyamcenterforhistory.org/calendar/

Paul Theerman, PhD

Associate Director

Center for the History of Medicine and Public Health

New York Academy of Medicine

1216 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY, 10029

212.822.7350

http://nyamcenterforhistory.org/

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Programs>Brochure>Education Abroad

Posted on January 8, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

Libraries and Cultural Heritage Institutions of St. Petersburg, Russia

THE PROGRAM
Russia is the largest country in the world and a major player on the world stage politically, economically, and culturally. It is vital that American librarians and other information professionals learn more about this vast and ancient country and develop contacts and relationships in this region. In this course, you will see firsthand how Russia, formerly a communist state, is transforming access to information. Be prepared for rich cultural immersion experiences as you learn about Russia through visits to libraries and other cultural heritage institutions of St. Petersburg.THE LOCATION
The course will take place in St. Petersburg, Russia.

THE ACCOMMODATIONS
Students will share double rooms at the Nevsky Bereg 93 Hotel, which is located in the historic center of St. Petersburg.  Located a five minute walk from the Ploshchad Vosstaniya Metro Station, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi and a daily continental breakfast.  Each room features air conditioning and a refrigerator.  All rooms come with a work desk and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.  A range of dining options can be found within a 5-minute walk of the hotel.

Central State Archive attrib. http://www.saint-petersburg.com

ELIGIBILITY
You must be in good academic and judicial standing. Please refer to the Fact Sheet at the top of this page for specific eligibility requirements.

Preference will be given to MLS students at the University of Maryland. Other students from similar master’s program in the U.S. and practicing librarians will be admitted on a space available basis. All non-Maryland participants must apply to the Graduate School at UMD for admission as an Advanced Special Student.

THE COSTS
Please refer to the program cost sheet for a specific breakdown of expenses.
This program may be bookmarked at: http://ter.ps/sumrussialib

 THE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Visits to the Russian Academy of Science Library (BAN), the National Library of Russia, and the St. Petersburg State University Library, the oldest academic institution in Russia
  • Meeting with faculty and students at library school at the St. Petersburg State University of Culture and Arts
  • Behind the scenes tour of the Hermitage Library and Museum
  • Tours of the A.S. Pushkin Children’s Library, the Mayakovsky Public Library, and the B.N. Yeltsin Presidential Library
  • Trips to the Peterhof Grand Palace and Tsarskoye Selo, home of the baroque Catherine Palace and the neoclassical Alexander Palace

THE COURSE
After you commit to the program, Education Abroad will enroll you in the following three (3) credit UMD course:

  • INST729R

THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR
The interdisciplinary teaching team will be led by Ann Carlson Weeks, Associate Dean for Academic Programs in the College of Information Studies. Dr. Weeks was the initiator of the Education Abroad programs in the iSchool and has taken students to Nicaragua and Germany. She was one of the creators of the International Childrens Digital Library (ICDL) and was an active member of the US State Department’s Specialist and Speakers program.

Yelena Luckert, Head of Research Services and Subject Specialist for Jewish and Slavic Studies at McKeldin Library, will be a co-instructor of the course. Luckert grew up in St. Petersburg and is a native Russian speaker. She has developed a book exchange program with the National Library of Russia and is a member of the executive committee of the Maryland Sister States Program (Office of the Secretary of State) for Leningrad Region/City of St. Petersburg, Russia. Ms. Natalia White, Lecturer in the College of Computer, Mathematics and Natural Sciences, graduate of Moscow State University, and 2012 iSchool MLS graduate, will also accompany the class as a translator.

For course, itinerary or in-country information, please contact the Program Director. For general questions or assistance with applying, contact the appropriate Regional Advisor in Education Abroad.

This program may be bookmarked at: http://ter.ps/sumrussialib

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Please donate!

Posted on December 24, 2013 by newyorklibraryclub1885

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Please donate to The New York Library Club, Inc.

  • We award an annual scholarship of $1500 to a deserving library student. 
  • We collaborate with other organizations to bring quality programming to new and seasoned librarians from all sectors of the field.
  • We are a 501(C)3 charitable organization. Your donation is tax-deductible.

Thank you and see you in the coming year!

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Cultivating Leaderful Libraries: Save the Date for the Columbia Libraries Symposium – 12-18-2013 … METRO

Posted on December 18, 2013 by newyorklibraryclub1885

The following announcement is brought to you by Columbia University Libraries.

SAVE THE DATE!
11th Columbia Libraries Symposium, Friday, March 21, 2014

LEADERS EVERYWHERE: Fostering Leadership Across the Academic Library Organization

Leadership development and mentoring are effective strategies that contribute to organizational success. Within academic library organizations, investing in leadership development and creating cultures of mentorship can positively influence workforce engagement, instill a sense of shared responsibility, and be effective tools for succession planning. Yet, libraries are often uncertain about the most effective ways to cultivate leaders and foster developmental relationships that are mutually beneficial and impactful to both individual and organizational success.

The 11th Columbia Libraries Symposium will critically explore factors that shape our views on and commitment to leadership development and mentorship from multiple organizational perspectives. Speakers will address the importance of developing leadership capacities at the industry, organizational, and individual levels, and highlight best practices for empowering all staff to develop their professional identities and express leadership in their work.

Our goals are:

  • To examine the extent to which academic libraries are successfully developing leaders and creating cultures of mentorship;
  • To recognize diverse expressions of leadership at all staffing levels;
  • To illuminate personal and organizational barriers to leadership development, and
  • To provide a focused reflective discussion on how libraries are engaging and preparing our current workforce to lead our changing organizations.

Speakers will include:

More information about the Columbia Libraries Symposium will follow in the coming weeks. Registration will open in January 2014. Questions about this event can be forwarded to culsymposium@libraries.cul.columbia.edu.

We look forward to seeing you in March!

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Library Club Members in the News: Barbara Genco (Interview with Tom Nielsen of METRO)

Posted on December 16, 2013 by newyorklibraryclub1885

myMETRO Member Spotlight: Barbara Genco

It was a thrill to speak with Barbara Genco for this month’s myMETRO Member Spotlight! Barbara’s commitment to the profession is exemplary, and we look forward to seeing what she does next. [Note: The New York Library Club, Inc. is a member of METRO’s  Archives and Libraries Leadership Network (ALLN)]

Barbara GencoBarbara A. Genco spent over twenty-five years in collection development and management at Brooklyn Public Library (BPL), where she specialized in creating and managing centralized selection models, value-added vendor relationships, and technical services process reengineering. Genco is a Past President of the Association for Library Service to Children (American Library Association) and has served on juries for the Caldecott, Newbery, Geisel, Boston-Globe Horn Book, and Society of Illustrators. She currently serves on the 2014 ALSC Sibert Award Committee and BookExpo America’s Conference Advisory Board. In 2000, Genco was awarded the prestigious Public Library Association’s Allie Beth Martin Award. Read more….

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Are Libraries Essential? Mixed Message in Latest Pew Survey

Posted on December 16, 2013 by newyorklibraryclub1885
       

 

 

In a survey report that has just been released, the Pew Research Center’s Internet Project found that just over half of those surveyed (52%) believe they do not need libraries as much as they used to. But while the survey showed Americans may be split over the essential role of libraries in this age of readily accessible online information, it also showed that libraries remain incredibly popular, and are regarded as vital to their communities.

The latest in a series of research surveys aimed at American libraries, the Pew Research Center Library Services Survey polled 6,224 Americans 16 or older, from July 18-September 30, 2013. And while the results show that Americans still value libraries, it also laid out the emerging fault lines libraries face in the digital age.

 

Read more…

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SILS Students: Internships & Scholarships News

Posted on December 12, 2013 by newyorklibraryclub1885

 

Paid Summer 2014 Internship for Graduate Student – The Metropolitan Museum of Art Archives

The intern’s responsibilities will include archival processing of Museum records, reference assistance, and historical research. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a graduate program in library/information science or archives management. In addition to developing practical work skills through this departmental placement, the intern will participate in MuSe (Museum Seminars) and interact directly with the Museum’s diverse audience by conducting a gallery talk based on their area of expertise.

MuSe
The internship commences with MuSe (Museum Seminars), a series of curator talks in the galleries and presentations by executive staff that introduce interns to the curatorial, educational, and operational structure of the Museum. The seminars also include hands-on workshops and practice sessions to prepare interns to lead gallery talks and tours. Graduate interns attend mandatory full-day MuSe sessions for the first week of the program, and then each Monday throughout the rest of the summer.

Eligibility
This internship is open to individuals who are currently enrolled in a master’s program or who have graduated from a master’s program within one year of the application deadline. PhD candidates are not eligible to apply, but may be eligible for one of several Museum Fellowships.

Dates and Compensation
June 2–August 8, 2014
Full time: five days, thirty-five hours per week
Compensation: approximately $4,000 ($11.42/hour, less applicable taxes and deductions)

Application deadline: January 9, 2014, at 4:00 p.m.

For further information and to complete an online application visit http://www.metmuseum.org/research/internships-and-fellowships/internships/internships-for-college-and-graduate-students/paid-internships-for-college-and-graduate-students-at-the-main-building#3

For further information regarding The Metropolitan Museum of Art Archives visit http://libmma.org/portal/museum-archives/.
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<p>The Museum offers forty-one paid internships for undergraduate and master’s-degree students each year. Interns…
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Melvil Dewey 162 birthday Happy Hour @ Colors Dec.10th 5:30 PM with METRO

Posted on December 8, 2013 by newyorklibraryclub1885
deweyDon’t you dare miss it — come one, come all!
It’s the Melvil Dewey Birthday Happy Hour! 
METRO and the New York Library Club are teaming up to host a special birthday happy hour in honor of Melvil Dewey’s 162nd birthday.
Where is it?
Colors Restaurant, 417 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 10012.
Cross Streets: Between E 4th St and Astor Pl
What’s the buzz?
Rumor has it that Melvil will be there!
When is it?
Tue, Dec. 10, 2013, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
How Much? How to register?
 
 
         
         
         
         
Questions about registration or cancellation?  
Visit METRO’s Registration Info page for policies and procedures.
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Center for the Book Joins #GivingTuesday Movement to Encourage Spending With a Purpose

Posted on November 25, 2013 by newyorklibraryclub1885

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The Empire State Center for the Book has joined #GivingTuesday, a first of its kind effort that will harness the collective power of a unique blend of partners—charities, families, businesses and individuals—to transform how people think about, talk about and participate in the giving season. Coinciding with the Thanksgiving Holiday and the kickoff of the holiday shopping season, #GivingTuesday will inspire people to take collaborative action to improve their local communities, give back in better, smarter ways to the charities and causes they support and help create a better world.  Taking place December 3, 2013 – the Tuesday after Thanksgiving – #GivingTuesday will harness the power of social media to create a national moment around the holidays dedicated to giving, similar to how Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become days that are, today, synonymous with holiday shopping.

 

As its #GivingTuesday project the Empire State Center for the Book in partnership with the New York Library Association and Random House Publishers will be raising funds to distribute the book, Snowflakes Fall to libraries around New York in memory of the lives lost in the Sandy Hook tragedy. For every $1000 raised 100 books will be distributed to libraries in New York in memory of the lives lost at Sandy Hook on December 14, 2012.

 

Author Patricia MacLachlan and illustrator Steven Kellogg, who are longtime friends, were moved to collaborate on a message of hope for children and their families following the tragic events in Sandy Hook, Connecticut. Kellogg lived in Sandy Hook for thirty-five years—he raised his family there and was an active member of the community. From this collaboration came Snowflakes Fall, a truly inspiring picture book that is both a celebration of life and a tribute to the qualities that make each individual unique.  The book’s words and pictures offer the promise of renewal that can be found in our lives—snowflakes fall, and return again as raindrops so that flowers can grow.

 

“As we approach the first year anniversary of the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School, teachers and librarians are faced with the question of how to address the topic,” says Rocco Staino, director of the center. “This book is one way to discuss individuality and the renewal of life with children.” Those who are interested in joining Empire State Center for the Book #GivingTuesday initiative can visit  http://givingtuesday.org/partner/empire-state-center-for-the-book/.  Donations may be made at http://www.nyla.org/max/4DCGI/donate/form.html

 

“#GivingTuesday is a counter narrative to Black Friday and Cyber Monday because it reminds us that the

spirit of the holiday giving season should be about community and not just consumerism,” said Kathy

Calvin, CEO of the UN Foundation. “The most meaningful gift we can give our children, loved ones,

friends and neighbors is the commitment to work together to help build a better world.”

 

 

The Empire State Center for the Book is the New York State affiliate of the Library of Congress national Center for the Book.  It is committed to the book in all formats. Interests of the Center include the promotion of the culture of reading, literature, literacy, book arts, and book history throughout New York State. The Center will work with publishers, libraries, museums, educational institutions, scholars, authors, illustrators and other interested parties to enrich book culture for the people of New York.

 

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