Wiki's

There are many applications for libraries using wikis. Obviously libraries have to make decisions on who can add to the wikis. I noticed library ones were open for public editing and others closed. Obviously vandalism and unwanted posts would mean staff need to keep an eye on content.

Otherwise the possiblities are endless, book reviews, subject guides, staff manuals, training etc. The great advantage is that you edit easily, keeping your wiki up to date. It is up to libraries how far they want to go. Specialist groups within the library service for example A Genealogy wiki which borrowers could add to. Outside community groups could have a page where they post upcoming events.

Keegan vs. Big Blue Ball 2

This cute skye terrier is having some trouble with the blue ball.

On Library 2.0 and Web 2.0

I know libraries have to keep adapting to the times to remain relevant. With a current generation who will turn to the internet rather than a book, which could be the easier option. We need to be visible on the internet in a variety of ways. Obviously this goes beyond out own library web pages.Last week I joined a borrower who had travelled to our Library system because she found on the internet through Libraries Australia that we had a book. We as Librarians need to keep up with our patrons and find new groups of users through the way we market our services on the web. The number of times people have said to me I didn't know libraries had... shows me that non users have an outdated concept of what a library is. The internet archives information we are the key managers of information resources we need to get on board. The time has come to fully embrace the wider information rescources that now make up our Libraries.

New Poll

Hi All, I have added a new poll. Please check it out and vote. There is hard rubbish near where I live. I always find it amazing to watch people checking out others junk. Of course one persons junk is another's treasure. I can't talk as I picked my lounge suite up from the side of the street.

My poll.

My poll is finished giving me results I don't like. At least people know I didn't rig the poll. 65% responded that they didn't believe in God. To be honest this makes me sad as God is the most real thing in my life. He gives me purpose and hope.There is nothing more exciting than knowing Jesus and entering into relationship with God the Father. It makes life a great adventure. If you ever want know anything about God please just ask. Anyway keep an eye out for next poll coming soon.

J. McDowell, Answers to Tough Questions, under “Miracles
People refuse to believe that which they don’t want to believe, in spite of evidence. When explorers first went to Australia they found a mammal which laid eggs; spent some time in water, some on land; had a broad, flat tail, webbed feet, and a bill similar to a duck.

Upon their return to England, they told the populace of this, and all felt it was a hoax. They returned to Australia and found a pelt from this animal and took it back to England, but the people still felt it was a hoax. In spite of the evidence, they disbelieved because they didn’t want to believe.

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Tradesmen.

Ok this is going to sound like a winge because it is. Why do tradesmen never come on time. I spent a few hours today waiting for a tradesmen to turn up when I really had other things to do. As this is my main day off I was a little annoyed by the time he finally turned up. The Christian in me reminded me not to be too nasty. However a phone call to let me know that he was runnning late have been nice.

Re del.icio.us

Hi All,

I have a del.icio.us account. http://del.icio.us/skyegirl. It has been interesting to check out the websites shared by others who posted the same webpages. I also added a couple from the http://del.icio.us/PLCMCL2/ website. As I am in process of changing computers this could be a useful way of saving my websites online.