Well I'm sure you did a double-take when you loaded this page. The What's New blog has had a major makeover. It's part of the new branding for the website including the new logo designed by our graphic artist.
This is the first stage. I'll be uploading the new website soon. Just tweaking a few things. I'll also be advertising some new blogs including the Reader's Corner Reviews. Once I get the new website up and running we'll allow our website visitors to submit reviews so we can add to the blog.
So, what do you think so far?
Cheers, Maryanne
Friday, November 30, 2007
Thursday, November 29, 2007
New address for catalogue
The iBistro catalogue has been moved to a new server and there has a new address. The website has been updated with the new address.
Please update your Bookmarks or Favorites with the new catalogue address:
http://swft.erlc.sirsidynix.net.au
We've also had a few enquiries concerning the removal of the position in the queue feature in the catalogue. We are part of a consortium and the position in the holds queue showed your position in the entire consortium queue, rather than just Eastern Regional Libraries. This caused a lot of confusion. You might have seen that you were 80th in the queue for a particular book, but in reality you were 5th in the ERL queue. As a result we have turned off this feature. You can find out your position by contact library staff in person, over the phone or through the website.
Cheers, Maryanne
Please update your Bookmarks or Favorites with the new catalogue address:
http://swft.erlc.sirsidynix.net.au
We've also had a few enquiries concerning the removal of the position in the queue feature in the catalogue. We are part of a consortium and the position in the holds queue showed your position in the entire consortium queue, rather than just Eastern Regional Libraries. This caused a lot of confusion. You might have seen that you were 80th in the queue for a particular book, but in reality you were 5th in the ERL queue. As a result we have turned off this feature. You can find out your position by contact library staff in person, over the phone or through the website.
Cheers, Maryanne
Friday, November 23, 2007
Planning for a Secure Future
Join us for this free seminar presented by the Law Institute of Victoria including:
Where: Ringwood Library , 4 Melbourne St. Mall, Ringwood
Bookings 98700177
Cheers, Maryanne
- What you should consider when making a will?
- What is a power of attorney and do you need to make one?
- What kind of retirement and aged care accommodation is available ?
- What financial planning issues do you need to consider ?
Where: Ringwood Library , 4 Melbourne St. Mall, Ringwood
Bookings 98700177
Cheers, Maryanne
The Eastern Regional Library Show
Library staff member Lesley Conway runs a radio show each Wednesday 12:05pm-12:45pm on Eastern FM 98.1 called The Eastern Regional Library Show. Tune in next Wednesday for a great show.
On Wednesday's show
Now don't panic, but it is only four and a half weeks to Christmas. You may share the opinions of Grumpy Old Men and Grumpy Old Women and feel inclined to say 'bah humbug'. If you have enjoyed the TV series of the Old Grumpies, then you might enjoy Grumpy Old Women at Christmas and Grumpy Old Men at Christmas on dvd.
On the other hand, if you look forward to stirring the sixpences into the Christmas pudding, then don't hesitate to browse your library shelves. Lyn Baines described last week how she enjoys cooking Delia Smith's cake and pudding from Delia Smith's Christmas, and today I delved inside the book to discover a wonderful range of delicious food described in very clear recipes which would inspire even the tired and harrassed cook, including vegetarian recipes which would be very helpful in my family, canapes and nibbles, supper dishes and leftovers, and more.
Finally, to get you in the mood, don't forget the Christmas music. We played a very New York martini bar version of Sleigh Ride from When my heart finds Christmas by Harry Connick Jr.
Oh, I must not forget that we played a track from a new Carly Simon CD Into White which is full of lovely versions of old favourites such as Blackbird, You are my sunshine, and Scarborough Fair.
----Lesley
We've just received another couple of recordings of the radio show. We're editing it at present and I'll upload it next week to Twango and add it to the sidebar.
Cheers, webgurl
On Wednesday's show
Now don't panic, but it is only four and a half weeks to Christmas. You may share the opinions of Grumpy Old Men and Grumpy Old Women and feel inclined to say 'bah humbug'. If you have enjoyed the TV series of the Old Grumpies, then you might enjoy Grumpy Old Women at Christmas and Grumpy Old Men at Christmas on dvd.
On the other hand, if you look forward to stirring the sixpences into the Christmas pudding, then don't hesitate to browse your library shelves. Lyn Baines described last week how she enjoys cooking Delia Smith's cake and pudding from Delia Smith's Christmas, and today I delved inside the book to discover a wonderful range of delicious food described in very clear recipes which would inspire even the tired and harrassed cook, including vegetarian recipes which would be very helpful in my family, canapes and nibbles, supper dishes and leftovers, and more.
Finally, to get you in the mood, don't forget the Christmas music. We played a very New York martini bar version of Sleigh Ride from When my heart finds Christmas by Harry Connick Jr.
Oh, I must not forget that we played a track from a new Carly Simon CD Into White which is full of lovely versions of old favourites such as Blackbird, You are my sunshine, and Scarborough Fair.
----Lesley
We've just received another couple of recordings of the radio show. We're editing it at present and I'll upload it next week to Twango and add it to the sidebar.
Cheers, webgurl
Interruption to catalogue service
The postponed maintenance on the catalogue server will be taking place this Sunday 25th November from 5:30 -7:30 pm. Therefore the iBistro catalogue will be unavailable during these hours.
We apologise for any inconvenience. You can renew your library items once the catalogue comes back up on Sunday evening. If you have any problems get in contact with us through the contact form on the website or contact your local branch by phone on Monday.
Cheers, Maryanne
We apologise for any inconvenience. You can renew your library items once the catalogue comes back up on Sunday evening. If you have any problems get in contact with us through the contact form on the website or contact your local branch by phone on Monday.
Cheers, Maryanne
Giant Book Sale
While the books themselves aren't giant, this book sale is. Come along to Croydon Library between December 1st and 23rd to grab a bargain as Croydon Library sell ex-library and donated books.There's a huge variety of non-fiction, fiction and children's books. Prices are hardcover 50 cents, paperback 20 cents, as well as specially marked prices on some stock.
When: Saturday 1st December - Sunday 23rd December
Where: Croydon Library, Civic Square, Croydon
Ph: 9294 5640
Cheers, Maryanne
Friday @ Your Library - Cup Cakes with Jennifer Graham
Come along and be tempted with one of Jennifer's beautiful cup cakes and learn the secrets of her success.
When: Friday 30th November 12noon
Where: Knox Library 425 Burwood Highway Wantirna South Ph: 9801 1422
Tea / coffee provided
Cheers, Maryanne
When: Friday 30th November 12noon
Where: Knox Library 425 Burwood Highway Wantirna South Ph: 9801 1422
Tea / coffee provided
Cheers, Maryanne
Best Travel Destinations in Australia
Want to travel but don't know where to? Come along to this free session with a consultant from Grand City Travel and Tour Company who will show some of the best travel destinations in Australia. Talk in Mandarin and Cantonese at Knox library.When: Saturday 24th November 2pm - 4pm
Where: Knox Library, 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South Ph: 9801 1422
Bookings essential.
Cheers, Maryanne
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