Tuesday, September 27, 2005

Computer Classes for October


Computer Classes at The Tom Green County Library


The following classes will be offered to the public at the Tom Green County Library’s
Computer Lab at the Main Library starting October 1, 2005


· Introduction to the computer
Friday, October 7
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Friday, October 21
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Monday, October 17
5:30-7:00 p.m.

· Introduction to the Internet
Tuesday, October 11
5:30-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 19
2:00-3:30 p.m.


· Introducción a la computadora personal
Wednesday, October 26
5:30-7:00 p.m.


· Genealogy on the Internet
Tuesday, October 27
5:30-7:00 p.m.

· Microsoft Powerpoint
Thursday, October 6
5:30-7:00 p.m.


· Microsoft Excel I
Thursday, October 13
5:30-7:00 p.m.
· Microsoft Excel II
Thursday, October 20
5:30-7:00 p.m.


· Finding Government Information on the Web
Thursday, October 25
2:00-3:30 p.m.



All classes will be filled on a first-come, first served basis.
For information or to register please call the Main Library
655-7321



Thursday, September 22, 2005

Library Of Texas Available From Library Web Site

The Texas State Library unveils the Library of Texas
Users can search 100 Texas library catalogs in one search session from new Web-based state service
Austin - The Texas State Library and Archives Commission is pleased to announce a new service, the Library of Texas. This Web-based service at LibraryofTexas.org allows users to discover and retrieve information from multiple library catalogs, research databases, and other knowledge collections in one simple search session. Texans no longer need to use a separate interface for each individual library or database. At present, the Library of Texas searches through the catalogs of 63 public libraries, 26 academic libraries, and 40 TexShare commercial databases.

According to Network Services Librarian Kevin Marsh, who coordinated the development of the Library of Texas, the service is easy to use, yet very powerful and customizable. Notes Marsh, "Users can customize the service to include specific libraries near their homes or offices, and then create and save groups of 'favorites' for future searching." Many search results from the TexShare research databases will include the original full-text article, satisfying the information needs of the user right away. For materials that are not immediately available online or at the user's home library, customers can submit an interlibrary loan request. Search results also include links to online bookstores where the materials can be purchased.

Notes a University of North Texas student, "It was great to find out which libraries actually had a resource, instead of searching several library catalogs as I have done in the past. Since I live in Houston, I consider several local libraries as possibilities."

Visit the Library of Texas at LibraryofTexas.org. Users do not need a login ID or password to search library catalogs. To make full use of the Library of Texas, including access to the TexShare databases and interlibrary loan services, login to the service with a TexShare login ID and password available from your local Texas library.

Marsh states, "The Library of Texas represents the future of library services in the nation and is being used as a model for other states. We're very excited to bring this service to Texans." For more information about the Library of Texas, please contact Network Services Librarian Kevin Marsh at (512) 463-5534 or

Friday, September 09, 2005

Portal To Texas History

The Portal To Texas History is now available from the Tom Green County Libray Database Page. The mission and scope of this resource follow:

Mission

The Portal to Texas History offers students and lifelong learners a digital gateway to the rich collections held in Texas libraries, museums, archives, historical societies, and private collections. The Portal team at the University of North Texas provides strong leadership by supporting collaborative efforts with its partners, while pursuing the goals of accessibility, best practices, and preservation of historical material.


Scope

Planned content for the Portal embraces all geographic areas of Texas and covers prehistory through the twentieth century. Designed to appeal to historians, students, and lifelong learners, the Portal emphasizes access to primary sources. It features digital reproductions of photographs, maps, letters, documents, books, artifacts, and more. Portal curriculum Primary Source Adventures that comply with TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) standards will highlight relevant materials for classroom teachers.

Library Computer Classes for September

The Tom Green County Library will offer the following computer classes for the month of September. The classes will be held in the Main Library Computer Lab.

· Introduction to the computer
Friday, September 16
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Friday, September 30
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Monday, September 19
5:30-7:00 p.m.

· Introduction to the Internet
Tuesday, September 13
5:30-7:00
Wednesday, September 21
2:00-3:30 p.m.
· Introducción a la computadora personal
Wednesday, September 24
5:30-7:00 p.m.

· Genealogy on the Internet
Tuesday, September 27
2:00-3:30 p.m.

· Microsoft Powerpoint
Thursday, September 8
5:30-7:00 p.m.

· Microsoft Word I
Thursday, September 15
5:30-7:00 p.m.
· Microsoft Word II
Thursday, September 22
5:30-7:00 p.m.
· Microsoft Word III
Thursday, September 29
5:30-7:00 p.m.

All classes will be filled on a first-come, first served basis.
For information or to register please call the Main Library
655-7321

Wednesday, September 07, 2005

Microsoft Publisher Now Available

Microsoft Publisher is now available for public use from machines in the Computer Lab. Those who wish to use the product may make reservations for Lab machines at the Main Library.

Thursday, September 01, 2005

Library Cookbook is Here!


It's here!




"A Second Helping of Armadillo Under Glass"


The Tom Green County Library Cookbook Committee has gathered recipes from friends, family and staff to create an all-original 476 recipe cookbook. This cookbook features original artwork by Aurora Nombrano in a hard-cover spiral binding. All sales from the cookbook will go towards the expansion of the Tom Green County Library. The cookbooks will sell for $15.00 and are available at the Main Library (113 W. Beauregard); Angelo West Branch (3013 Vista Del Arroyo); North Angelo Branch (3001 N. Chadbourne); and the Bookmobile.