My personally selected top ten from the links I shared on Twitter 7.2.2011 through 7.9.2011. In no particular order: 1. Comcast targeting digital divide - If you've heard me speak or read my writings about the digital divide you know I applaud the FCC's National Broadband Plan to ensure that high-speed internet access is available to … Continue reading Top Ten Links 2.27: The Digital Divide, Digital Devices & Your Rights, Personal Brand, Time Management & More!
Tag: Funding
Library Fund Raising Using Text Messages
A couple of weeks ago I had a conversation with a colleague at work about using mobile fundraising for the library. It is an easy way for patrons to support the library. Send a text message donate $5 or $10 whatever. No need to go home and get the checkbook or get online and enter … Continue reading Library Fund Raising Using Text Messages
Geek the Library
Monday OCLC kicked off their Geek the Library campaign with Iowa (my home state!) and Georgia (my current state!). What is Geek the Library? Its a community-based public awareness campaign. The idea is to increase public awareness of libraries and the important role they play and the funding we so desperately need. People can share … Continue reading Geek the Library
Technology for Tight Budgets
Times are tight, and likely to get tighter, if you're looking to save money talk with your IT department. They may have some helpful solutions. Take a look at the University of Missouri's IT department suggestions - Technology for Tight Budges. Many of these can be used by libraries and other businesses looking to save … Continue reading Technology for Tight Budgets
The Laptops are Here!
The laptops are here! I snuck in early this morning to sneak a picture of one of them. Dont' tell Robin! 😉 Yes all 15 are red, they were on clearance from Gateway. We also purchased an instructor laptop that is blue, it's a bit more powerful. Even better, it came with a free digital … Continue reading The Laptops are Here!
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