Purpose
Librarians from across the state are invited to help celebrate two decades of library collaboration at this year's GOLD/GALILEO Users Group Conference on Friday, July 31.
2009 marks the 20th anniversary of the beginning of Georgia's interlibrary lending and resource sharing network, GOLD, and the first of its user annual conferences. GOLD's eventual partnership with the statewide virtual library, GALILEO, created the foundation for one of the country's premier resource sharing collaborations and a new name for its signature event.
Georgia libraries have an important role to play in bringing about economic recovery in 2009 and beyond. Not only will this conference serve as a celebration of where we have been, but it will be an illuminating reminder of what we must do to stay the course.
For this year's theme we have adopted a familiar abbreviation — re: — as our conference's power symbol, because it will always prompt a call to action on the words that follow. Be inspired and ready for creative change as we join together to discuss: "re:invention, re:nvestment and re:source sharing" for now and for the next score of library years into the future.
Agenda
General Session — "WELCOME" |
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| 9:00 AM-10:00 AM | Registration & Continental Breakfast |
10:00 AM-10:15 AM |
Welcome |
10:15 AM-11:00 AM |
Keynote Address: "Finding the Phoenix — Feathers, Flight & the Future of Libraries" — Helene Blowers, Director of Digital Strategy, Columbus Metropolitan Library, (OH) |
11:00 AM-11:15 AM |
Morning Break |
Session I Breakouts (CONCURRENT) "SEARCH & LOCATE" |
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11:15 AM-12:20 PM |
Session I, Breakout Program "A", 65 Minutes |
12:25 PM-1:30 PM |
Lunch |
Session II Breakouts (CONCURRENT) "FIND & DISCOVER" |
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1:35 PM-2:25 PM |
Session II, Breakout Program "E", 50 Minutes |
2:25 PM-2:40 PM |
Afternoon Break |
Session III Breakouts (CONCURRENT) "CLICK & KNOW" |
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2:40 PM-3:30 PM |
Session III, Breakout Program "I", 50 Minutes |
Keynote Speaker — Helene Blowers
In 2007, Helene was named a Mover & Shaker by Library Journal as one of the 50 most influential people shaping the future of libraries. The discovery learning program, Learning 2.0: 23 Things, that she created while serving as Technology Director for Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County (NC) has launched a worldwide 2.0 learning sensation and has been replicated by more than 700 organizations in 15 countries.
With nearly 15 years of experience developing innovative Web sites and technology services for public libraries, Helene currently practices her passion for learning at Columbus Metropolitan Library (OH) as the Director of Digital Strategy. She is the co-author of the book Weaving a Library Web: A Guide to Developing Children's Websites and the recipient of the 2008 LITA Hi-Tech Award for her many contributions to library and information technology. As a frequent speaker on emerging technologies, innovation and leadership, Helene is well known for her energy and passion about learning and libraries. She holds a degree in organizational communications from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and is a certified project management trainer. And, when she is not busy trying to keep CML from falling off the ever-surging technology wave, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her family and blogging at http://librarybytes.com/
"Finding the Phoenix — Feathers, Flight & the Future of Libraries"
— re:birth within our Keynote 2009
Abstract — As libraries creatively evolve to meet customers' needs in a rapidly changing culture, the concern over the future of print and the "book" remains core to their existence. However, in looking at current trends, there is evidence to suggest otherwise. The future of libraries may not be dependent on the creation or evolution of new service delivery models, it may actually reside in something more "deeply local." Join Helene Blowers in a lively conversation about the library phoenix. As old formats and service models decline, there's a new bird rising from the shadows.
Presenters
Helene Blowers, Director of Digital Strategy, Columbus Metropolitan Library (OH) |
Courtney McGough, Business Systems Analyst, GALILEO Support Services, Library Services, Board of Regents |
Georgia Center Information
The Georgia Center for Continuing Education Conference Center & Hotel, located on the beautiful, historic campus of the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia, provides educational conferences, courses, and programs for lifelong learners. A total living and learning environment, the Georgia Center includes a 200-room hotel, restaurants, banquet areas, conference rooms, auditoriums, a fitness center, and a computer lab — all under one roof. As a unit of UGA's Office of the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach, the Center brings the University's teaching, research, and service expertise to the people of Georgia and beyond! For more information, visit www.georgiacenter.uga.edu.
Lodging at the Georgia Center Hotel
For your convenience, a block of rooms is being held for your event until 5:00 p.m. ET, July 7, 2009. Policies: (1) Tax Exemption — The State of Georgia only allows tax-exempt charges for a payment by a state-issued credit card or check or by a direct bill to a state agency (with a Georgia State Tax Exemption Certificate). (2) Lodging Cancellation — Cancel your reservation by 4:00 p.m. ET the day prior to your scheduled arrival to avoid being charged one night's room and tax. (3) Check-in is 4:00 p.m. ET; checkout is 11:00 a.m. ET. (4) At check-in, you must present your method of payment or a completed credit card authorization form (call 800-884-1381 for a copy, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET).
Travel Information
Athens, Georgia, is located about 60 miles northeast of Atlanta. For directions and airport shuttle information, see www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/directions. A parking deck is located adjacent to the Center ($10 per night; vehicle height limit, 7 feet). Athens is served by Athens-Ben Epps Airport as well as Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, which is located about 90 minutes southwest of Athens. Scheduled ground shuttle service and rental car services are available between Hartsfield-Jackson and the Georgia Center.
Registration Fees:
• Fee paid on or before July 20, 2009 — $30
• Fee paid after July 20, 2009 or on-site — $35
Event Cancellation Policies
(1) A cancellation received by 5:00 p.m. ET on or before July 20, 2009, will be refunded. No refunds will be issued thereafter; substitutions will be allowed. (2) To change or cancel your registration, call 800-884-1381, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET. (3) If an event is cancelled for any reason, the Georgia Center will not be responsible for any charges related to travel.
Special Needs
If you require special services, facilities, or dietary considerations, Jean Mann at (706) 542-2237 or Jean.Mann@georgiacenter.uga.edu prior to July 24, 2009.
Registration
1. Register for this event online.
2. Call either 1-800-884-1381 or (706) 542-2134 to register by telephone. Please mention you saw this web page.
3. Download a registration form and FAX it to the number on the form or mail it to the address below. You need a copy of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print this application form.
4. Mail the form to:
GOLD/GALILEO Annual Users Group Conference (#68430)
Attn: Conference Registration, Room 129
Georgia Center for Continuing Education
Conference Center & Hotel
The University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602-3603
Payment of Fees
The Georgia Center for Continuing Education accepts payments for registration by cash (on-site), check (payable to the University of Georgia), and credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover).
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