Troubleshooting some slowness issues so I'm temporarily taking Twitter feed off website

While I troubleshooting some slowness issues I will temporarily remove the Twitter feed from the front page of the website. I should have it back soon.

Cheers, Maryanne

Logging into your membership record

These are the things you only find out once you go live with a website. The obscure login link on the far right of the website was actually a login area for editors of the website. We've had some feedback that members were trying to login to their account using that link.

The members area to login to view your account and place holds is on the left, image below.

I've now hidden the editor login link. The home link is up at the top-right of the website.

Cheers, Maryanne

The library has a new website and it's blue for Movember

We're pleased to launch our new website today, it's a big change!

The infrastructure of the site is based on a Content Management System written by staff member David Funnell that we have previously used for our Intranet. David and I have worked together to adapt and develop it for our website. It will mean that several staff members can assist in keeping the content updated.




Quick catalogue search & member login

You'll notice the member's area on the left hand side. You can search for books, CDs, DVDs from there. Also login if you want to place holds and check your account.

What's happening at our libraries - Twitter feed

The What's happening at our libraries articles are now displayed as a feed from our Twitter account. I've also linked our blog to Twitter so whenever I publish a blog post it posts to Twitter and the front page of the website. So you'll always stay up-to-date. While I'm mentioning Twitter, do you have an account and have you followed us yet? @EasternRegional

Flickr photos of our libraries

I've set up Flickr accounts for all of our libraries and we've been uploading photos of libraries and activities. e.g. Yarra Junction Library

You'll find some of these photos featured on the branch pages.

Navigation

I've done a bit of work on the navigation, always trying to make it easy and clear.

Contact forms

I've added one new form for members to advise staff of a change of address.

Actually you can use the website feedback form to let me know what you think. Just click on the Contact link at the top right of the website. I'm tweaking a couple of things but I always want to know any issues you might be having.

Cheers, Maryanne

Libraries will be opening at 1pm on Monday 13th December 2010

All Eastern Regional Libraries branches will open at 1pm on Monday 13th December until their regular closing time (if they are open on Mondays). This is so that all staff may attend a regionwide celebration of achievements for 2010.

Bookchutes will remain open during the morning for returns.

Cheers, Maryanne

Knox Mobile is off the road on Tuesday 16th November

Due to scheduled maintenance on the Knox Mobile (overhaul of the brakes and new tyres) the mobile will not be operating on Tuesday 16th November. Items may be returned to any branch of Eastern Regional Libraries or renewed via the catalogue. If you have any difficulties please contact us via the website contact form.

Cheers, Maryanne

Check out the ERL bookclub title list, updated November 2010

Did you know that Eastern Regional Libraries has sets of books for loan by community book groups. Each book club set consists of 10 copies and there are notes supplied for many of the titles. We have just increased the annual fee to  $220 (including GST) per bookclub. Further information is available at any branch of Eastern Regional Libraries. Please note that we cannot assist you in joining a bookclub that uses this service.

I've updated Reader's Corner with the list of bookclub titles available for bookclub members. The title list with sysnopsis will be updated as soon as I receive it.

In addition the cost of membership to the Eastern Regional Libraries bookclub has increased to $220.

Cheers, Maryanne

New hours for Healesville Library

Healesville Library has re-opened in the new building with some new hours.

Monday - Wednesday 9am-5pm
Thursday 9am-7pm
Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 9am-12noon
Sunday closed

Check with library staff for the best times to visit if you need assistance with reference enquiries.

Cheers, Maryanne

Croydon Library open 10am-4pm Sunday 7th November - Maroondah Festival

Croydon Library will have extended opening hours for the Maroondah Festival, opening from 10am-4pm on Sunday 7th November.

Activities include:

Music Storytime

Come and have fun -  singing, stories and musical instruments

When: Sunday 7th November 10am
Where: Croydon Library, Civic Square, Croydon
Cost: Free event

Badge workshop

Make badges for your bag or clothes. Teen activity

When: Sunday 7th November 1-3:30pm
Where: Croydon Library, Civic Square, Croydon
Cost: Free event

Flamenco guitarist

When: Sunday 7th November 2pm
Where: Croydon Library, Civic Square, Croydon
Cost: Free event

Cheers, Maryanne