SLV Email Newsletter July 2007

SLV EMAIL NEWSLETTER July 2007

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In this issue:
1. Customer feedback
2. Subscribe to our podcasts!
3. Travelling Treasures wins award
4. Ramsay & Reid Scholarships
5. Semester 2 school programs now available
6. New learning brochure launched
7. Book now to hear Louise Adler
8. Musical Treasures concerts
9. Family History Feast
10. Famous: Karin Catt Portraits
11. Famous catalogue

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FROM THE INFORMATION DESK

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK
Ever wondered what happens to the feedback forms our visitors give us? Over the last year the Library has received over 300 written pieces of feedback - telling us what our users like and dislike about the Library and giving suggestions for new or improved services. The feedback is registered and referred to relevant staff for reply within 10 working days. As a result of some of this year's feedback we have obtained more bandwidth to speed up our Internet services, provided extra lockers and supplied some computers with filtering software for parents who want this facility for their children.

Do you have feedback or suggestions for us? You can fill out a form at an information desk or the Foyer desk, or contact us online at:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/services/information/index.html?newsletter

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LISTEN UP

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCASTS!
Have you listened to audio from our website yet? If not, why not sign up now to receive one of our podcasts? Choose from our regular Digital Forums, Technology & Ideas Forums or Fellows' Lecture Series. Other one-off recordings from past events are also available.

To see our full range of podcasts or find out how it all works go to our RSS Feeds page:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/about/site/feeds/index.html?newsletter

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

TRAVELLING TREASURES WINS AWARD
The Library's touring program Travelling Treasures took out the prestigious 'Category one' award (staff of seven or more) at the recent Victorian Museum Awards. Three other Library activities were also nominated in the category - the joint publishing program, the 'Heroes and Villains' exhibition and the Press Dress restoration.

To find out more see:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/about/news/latest/190707.html?newsletter

RAMSAY & REID SCHOLARSHIPS
Do you work in the Victorian public library field or know someone who does? Applications are now being accepted for the 2007 Margery C Ramsay and Barret Reid Scholarships. These annual awards, worth $15,000 each, allow recipients to fund professional development activities such as study tours, internships, conference attendance and private research projects. Applications close Friday 24 August.

Scholarship guidelines and application forms can be found at:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/programs/research/scholarships/index.html?newsletter

SEMESTER 2 SCHOOL PROGRAMS NOW AVAILABLE
The Library's Semester 2 Education Programs brochure for schools is now available. It's jam-packed with inspiring VELS-linked programs for students as well as sessions for teachers.

For booking information and to view the brochure online see:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/programs/schools/schools_programs.html?newsletter

NEW LEARNING BROCHURE LAUNCHED
In addition to its schools brochure, the Library has introduced a new brochure outlining general learning sessions for the second half of the year. It covers research skills, arts and ideas, learning for the future, programs for seniors and a new family program that offers fun, inspiring activities for parents and children.

To download the brochure or book see:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/programs/learning_program.html?newsletter

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COMING EVENTS

BOOK NOW TO HEAR LOUISE ADLER
Hurry - seats are filling fast for this year's Redmond Barry Lecture on Monday 30 July. Louise Adler, CEO and Publisher of Melbourne University Publishing, will talk about 'Why Writing Matters'. This commemorative lecture is given each year by a leading cultural figure, and examines ideas and issues relevant to the prevailing and emerging cultural climate.

Tickets cost $12/10 - to book or find out more see:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/programs/ltf/lectures/rbl/2007/index.html?newsletter

MUSICAL TREASURES CONCERTS
This unique series of concerts presents performances of rare original chamber music from our collection. The concerts showcase four composers of international standing and the work of noted conductor Richard Divall and celebrated harpist Marshall McGuire. The first concert, on 28 July, presents piano trio music, performed by the Seraphim Trio. Two other concerts will be held in August and September. Tickets cost $25/20 and seats are limited, so we recommend you book quickly!

For full details and to book see:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/programs/events/2007/musical_treasures/index.html?newsletter

FAMILY HISTORY FEAST
If you're interested in family history research, this event, on 9 August, is a must. Part of National Family History Week, this full day of free information sessions will help you learn new skills and progress your research. The day is organised by Victoria's premier information organisations and includes the Don Grant Lecture.

For the full program see:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/programs/genealogy/fam_hist_feast.html?newsletter

FAMOUS: KARIN CATT PORTRAITS
Our new exhibition, featuring celebrity portraits by New York-based Australian photographer Karin Catt, is open until 11 November. See almost 100 images of famous faces, including Nicole Kidman, Matt Damon, Elton John, Elvis Costello, Yoko Ono and Mikhail Gorbachev. The exhibition is complemented by a range of events.

To find out more visit:
http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/programs/exhibitions/kmg/2007/famous/index.html?newsletter

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ONLINE SHOP SPOTLIGHT

FAMOUS: KARIN CATT PORTRAITS CATALOGUE
This lavish exhibition catalogue accompanies the Library's temporary exhibition of the same name. It presents striking celebrity portraits by high-profile Australian photographer Karin Catt.

Purchase from the Library foyer shop or online for $25 at:
https://shop.slv.vic.gov.au/details.php?imageNo=SHOP0119&newsletter