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Conference Program

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 

President’s Welcome 8 

Conference Highlights 10 

Conference Information 12 

2005–2006 Executive Board 14 

2005 Conference Program Committee 14 

Preconferences 16 

Conference Schedule 17 

Program Tracks 36 

Programs at a Glance 40 

Opening General Session Agenda 46 

Awards Ceremony Agenda 46 

Membership Meeting Agenda 47 

Meeting Room and Exhibit Floor Plans 50 

ILA Exhibitors 55 

Exhibitors by Product Category 64 

The 2005 ILA Annual Conference Program Committee expresses its 

sincere appreciate to the following supporters of this year’s conference: 

Book Wholesalers, Inc. 

Ex Libris 

Mary Jane Kepner, Independent Library Consultant 

Alexis Sarkisian, Ask Alexis 

Tutor.com 

Wiseman Consulting and Training, Inc. 

ILA wishes to thank our sponsors and all those individuals and 

organizations who have given generously of their time and talents 

to make this conference a success. 

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Do you have$5 for the Future? 

What does the future hold for the Illinois Library Association? Each person reading this has the power to make sure ILA remains a strong, 

viable organization for libraries and librarians in Illinois. Your membership dues go to support the annual operation of ILA, but a gift to the 

endowment fund helps support ILA in the long-term. 

At the 2005 ILA Annual Conference, the fundraising committee will kick-off the campaign to build ILA’s endowment fund. “$5 for the 

Future” is the theme that will remind ILA members that even an annual gift of $5 over their membership dues to the endowment fund 

helps to build the main vehicle for long-term financial stability and growth. 

Of course, we will not turn away gifts of more than $5, but by each member contributing $5 annually, the endowment fund will grow 

at a nice, steady pace. Interest is used to support the overall goals of the association, with the principal retained in a reserve fund. 

Your donation can come in many forms: check, credit card, and even stock or other investments. Planned giving is also something you might 

want to consider. Or, if you happen to see ILA staff or members of the fundraising committee, we’d be happy to make sure your $5 bill gets 

deposited to the endowment fund. 

Contributions can be made by check or credit card, but you can also sign over stock or other investments and avoid tax gains. Planned giving is another option 

to consider—please contact Robert P. Doyle, ILA Executive Director, for more information. 

Name: 

Address: 

City: State: Zip: 

Daytime Telephone No.: 

E-mail: 

Method of payment check or money order enclosed for $ _____ for the Endowment Fund made payable to Illinois Library Association. 

Charge $ _____ to my: ■ Visa ■ MasterCard for the Endowment Fund 

Account number: 

Name of Credit Card Holder: 

Exp. Date: 

Please return completed form with payment enclosed to: 

Illinois Library Association, 33 W. Grand Ave., Suite 301, 

Chicago, IL 60610-4306; fax: (312) 644-1899

Help Needed 

by Gulf Coast Libraries and Their Patrons 

To make donations easier for both Illinois librarians and for the libraries affected by the recent hurricanes, ILA is 

establishing a Disaster Relief Fund to coordinate support from Illinois. Receiving and acknowledging donations 

is just one more task for the already over-taxed libraries in the area, but the need for cash support is urgent. 

Several state library associations—notably Illinois, Texas, and others—will collect monetary donations to 

support libraries in the Gulf Coast area. Donations are tax deductible and may be made by mail or online 

(https://www.ila.org/events/donate_gulfcoast.htm); 100 percent of donations will be sent to the state library 

agency or state library association of the donor's choice. 

ILA is seeking sponsorship to match your donations. Baker & Taylor has already pledged new materials at cost 

to those libraries receiving funds from the ILA Disaster Relief Fund and possibly free shipping. Other sponsors 

are being encouraged to join the effort. 

Name: 

Address: 

City: State: Zip: 

Daytime Telephone No.: 

E-mail: 

■ Method of payment check or money order enclosed for $ ________ for the Disaster Relief Fund made payable to Illinois Library 

Association. 

■ Charge $_______ to my: ● Visa ● MasterCard for Disaster Relief Fund 

Account number: Exp. Date: Name of Credit Card Holder: 

■ I would like my donation to go to ______________________________ (name of state agency or library association). 

■ I don't have preference, please send my cash donation to those who most need assistance. 

Please return completed form with payment to: 

Illinois Library Association, 33 W. Grand Ave., Suite 301, Chicago, IL 60610-4306; fax: (312) 644-1899

Welcome to 

I’m delighted you have joined us in Peoria for the 2005 Illinois Library Association 

Annual Conference. This year’s conference —Service in the Fast Lane—focuses 

on what libraries do best: providing excellent customer service to our patrons. 

Stephen Abram, Past President of the Canadian Library Association and Vice 

President of Innovation at SirsiDynix, will focus on this topic in his keynote 

address, “Service at Google Speed — How Libraries Must Compete.” 

Mr. Abram is an internationally recognized speaker on library issues and has 

been listed by Library Journal as one of the top fifty people influencing the 

future of libraries and librarianship. 

Illinois author, illustrator, artist, and muralist Kevin Luthardt, illustrator of the 

2006 IREAD summer reading program, “Voyage to Book Island,”will be the 

featured speaker at this year’s Youth Services Breakfast. 

I hope to see you Wednesday night at the Illinois Library Systems Directors 

Organization (ILSDO) all-conference reception in celebration of ILSDO’s fortieth 

anniversary. At Thursday’s president’s program, we will cruise the scenic Illinois 

River on the Spirit of Peoria! 

The conference closes with the Illinois Authors’Luncheon, featuring Ann Durkin 

Keating, one of the editors of the celebrated The Encyclopedia of Chicago. 

Ms. Keating will be happy to sign copies of her books following the luncheon. 

I’m looking forward to meeting all the Illinois authors we will be honoring 

during the luncheon. 

More than 130 exhibitors will be on hand to share their products and services 

with you on Thursday, October 13 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. and Friday, 

October 14 from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Please plan on joining our exhibitors 

for coffee at 10:30 A.M. on both days and for cookies on Thursday at 3:30 P.M. 

Our conference would not be possible without the support of our exhibitors 

and sponsors. Please join me in thanking all the individuals, organizations, 

and companies that have made this conference possible. 

Most importantly, I want to thank you for your ongoing work to make ILA 

and Illinois’s libraries strong and united. I look forward to meeting you this 

week, so be sure and say “hello”when you see me! 

Dianne C. Harmon 

ILA President 

Mark your calendar for the 2006 ILA Conference at Chicago’s Navy Pier, 

October 3–6 —Illinois Libraries: Generating Value in Dollars and Sense 

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Peoria!

ILA 2005 CONFERENCE OVERVIEW 

Attendees at the 2005 ILA Annual Conference can follow a pre-designed track or plan their 

own educational schedule. More than seventy educational sessions will be offered, illustrating 

the diversity of library services in our state. This is a priceless opportunity to learn from your 

colleagues, share your successes, develop and renew your professional networks, and prepare 

for future challenges. 

However you choose to design your educational program, make time to visit the exhibits and 

attend the following special events. 

EXHIBITS 

More than 130 vendors will be on-site to demonstrate and display a wide range of products 

and services. Join our exhibitors for coffee from 10:30 to 11:30 A.M. on Thursday, October 13 

and Friday, October 14, and for cookies, Thursday, October 13 at 3:30 P.M. 

Exhibit Hours: Thursday, October 13, 9:00 A.M.–4:00 P.M. and Friday, October 14, 

9:00 A.M.–1:00 P.M. Please note that exhibits are not open on Wednesday, October 12. 

SUPPORT ILA! 

Join your colleagues in supporting ILA by purchasing our handcrafted lapel pin. Proceeds from 

this project will help support ILA’s programming efforts. Pins can be purchased at registration 

for $8. Wear yours proudly in support of libraries statewide. 

OPENING GENERAL SESSION 

Stephen Abram, Past President of the Canadian Library Association and Vice President of 

Innovation at SirsiDynix, will be presenting the keynote address, “Service at Google Speed — 

How Libraries Must Compete.”In 2004 Google went public after a long quiet period. Since then 

we’ve seen enormous innovations introduced by 

Google on a seemingly weekly basis—Google Maps, 

Google Suggest, Google Answers, Google Q&A, 

Google Print, Google Digitization, Google Sets, 

Google Groups, Google Deskbar, Google Desktop 

Search, Froogle, Google Personal, Google Blogger, 

Google Scholar, Google SMS, Google Video, and on 

and on and on. Google is also very fast. If libraries 

want to succeed in a Google-speed world, if we truly 

want to deliver service in the fast lane— what 

strategies should we consider? Stephen Abram 

will take us on a whirlwind tour of our customers’environment and the rapid changes happening 

there. He will also suggest key strategies for libraries to adopt to succeed in the fast lane. 

NEW MEMBER RECEPTION 

The ILA Membership Committee invites all new members to a reception on Wednesday, 

October 12 from 12:30 to 2:00 P.M. in the Peoria/Illinois/Lincoln Rooms of the Hotel Pére 

Marquette. Light refreshments will be served. Come and learn how you can become more 

active in your association. 

ALL-CONFERENCE RECEPTION TO CELEBRATE ILSDO’S 

FORTIETH ANNIVERSARY 

CELEBRATE FORTY YEARS OF LIBRARY COOPERATION 

Rock ‘n’Roll the night away as we celebrate Forty years of library cooperation in Illinois. On August 

17, 1965, the bill creating Illinois library systems was signed, and the Illinois Library Systems 

Directors Organization (ILSDO) invites you to an all-conference reception to celebrate the fortieth 

anniversary of library systems. There will be food, a DJ playing tunes from the 1960’s, and decorations 

to put you in the mood. Come dressed in your mini skirt and go-go boots or bell bottoms and 

tie dye shirt if you feel like it and enjoy the music of The Byrds, Jefferson Airplane, Mamas and the 

Papas, The Beatles, and the Fifth Dimension. 

YOUTH SERVICES AUTHOR BREAKFAST 

Kevin Luthardt, Illinois author, illustrator, artist, and 

muralist, is the featured speaker at this year’s breakfast. 

He is the author and illustrator of six picture books— 

Mine!, Peep!, Larabee, Hats!, You’re Weird, and Zoom! 

In his work as a muralist Mr. Luthardt has created 

large-scale community mural projects in schools, 

libraries, churches, and other venues. He is the illustrator 

of the 2006 IREAD Summer Reading Program, 

“Voyage to Book Island.”A book signing will follow 

Mr. Luthardt’s presentation and his books will be 

available for purchase. Pre-registration required. Tickets for this event are not available on-site. 

MEMBERSHIP MEETING AND AWARDS CEREMONY 

Celebrate the achievements of ILA and its members during the past year at the annual Awards 

Ceremony on Thursday, October 13 at 4:00 P.M. The Awards presentation will be followed by the 

Annual ILA Membership Meeting at 4:45 P.M. 

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ILLINOIS AUTHORS’ LUNCHEON 

Ann Durkin Keating, co-editor of The Encyclopedia of 

Chicago, will be this year’s featured speaker. Developed 

by the Newberry Library with the cooperation of the 

Chicago Historical Society and more than a decade in 

the making, The Encyclopedia of Chicago is the definitive 

historical reference on metropolitan Chicago. Hundreds of 

historians, journalists, librarians, and experts on everything 

from airlines to Zoroastrians explore all aspects of the rich 

world of Chicagoland —from its geological prehistory to the present. Ms. Keating will discuss 

the creation of this epic publication in her presentation. A book signing will follow the luncheon. 

Pre-registration required. Tickets for this event are not available on-site. 

NEW TRUSTEE TRACK! 

In response to trustee requests, ILA has designated an entire track of programming designed 

specifically for library trustees. Trustees may choose to register for the entire conference or by 

the day. Trustee registration includes a continental breakfast and luncheon on Thursday, October 

13. The luncheon will feature Robert Sobiech of Deloitte & Touche, discussing how trustees can 

address areas of conflict and develop consensus among themselves. Pre-registration required for 

the luncheon. Tickets for this event are not available on-site. 

HISTORY OF LIBRARIES IN ILLINOIS EXHIBIT 

The largest exhibition ever on the history of libraries in Illinois will be displayed in the exhibit 

hall during conference exhibit hours. 

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CONFERENCE INFORMATION (IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER BY TOPIC) 

ACCESS INFORMATION 

The Peoria Civic Center and both hotels are accessible to people with disabilites. If you have 

physical or communication needs that impact your participation in the conference, please 

contact the ILA Registration Desk. 

BUSINESS CENTER 

The Peoria Civic Center Business Center is open 8:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M. 

The Business Center at the Holiday Inn City Centre is open 24 hours. 

FIRE PRECAUTIONS 

Quick thinking and fast action are essential in any fire emergency. Hotels place a printed card 

or sheet of fire safety instructions in sleeping rooms. Some simple precautionary actions 

include: checking fire exits on your floor upon arrival, counting the doors from your room 

or meeting to the nearest fire exit, and keeping your room key in the same place each night. 

In the event of a fire in your room, get out, close the door after you, and immediately report 

the fire. If the fire is not in your room, check the door to see if it is cool, then open slowly and 

proceed to the nearest exit. Crawl if there is heavy smoke. Do not use the elevators. Do not 

open the door if it is hot; seal cracks with wet linen; phone for help and wait to be rescued. 

The Holiday Inn City Centre, Hotel Pére Marquette, and Peoria Civic Center adhere to fire codes 

and are regularly inspected for compliance with fire codes. In addition, stringent fire laws govern 

our exhibits. Fire inspectors approve exhibit floor plans and fire department personnel are on 

hand during the open periods of the exhibits to see that fire prevention regulations are observed. 

FIRST AID 

First aid at the Peoria Civic Center is located at the ILA Registration Desk. At the Pére Marquette 

and Holiday Inn City Centre, you may dial “0”from your hotel room or any house phone to be 

connected to Security and First Aid. 

HOUSING INFORMATION 

Holiday Inn City Centre 

500 Hamilton Blvd. 

Peoria, IL 61602 

Phone: (309) 674-2500 

Fax: (309) 674-8705 

Hotel Pére Marquette 

501 Main St. 


Phone: (309) 637-6500 

Fax: (309) 671-9445 

Radisson Hotel Peoria 

117 N. Western Ave. 


Phone: (309) 673-8040 

Fax: (309) 673-9782 

LOST AND FOUND 

Items may be turned in or claimed at the ILA Registration Desk. 

PARKING 

The Peoria Civic Center has approximately 800 parking spaces. Parking costs are $5 for the 

Monroe lot and $6 for the Kumpf lot. 

POSTER SESSIONS 

Scheduled on Thursday, October 13, and Friday, October 14, during exhibit hours, poster sessions 

showcase successful research projects, display a grant, or present an innovative program from 

your library. A complete listing of poster sessions can be found in the Conference Schedule. 

REGISTRATION HOURS: 

Tuesday, October 11 

Wednesday, October 12 

Thursday, October 13 

Friday, October 14 

SMOKING 

8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. 

8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. 

8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. 

8:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. 

The Peoria Civic Center is designated non-smoking. 

SHUTTLE BUSES 

Shuttle buses are available from the Radisson Hotel Peoria to the Peoria Civic Center; please see 

the Radisson front desk for information. 

TALK TABLES 

Talk tables are informal one-hour discussions on pertinent, often everyday, topics led by a 

moderator. Sessions are scheduled on Thursday, October 13, and Friday, October 14, during 

exhibit hours. A complete listing of talk tables can be found in the Conference Schedule. 

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If what you’re looking for isn’t on the page, or you’re dining in a different section of our city, we can help! 

Check the information table at your meeting or convention for one of our Dining/Shopping maps of the area, or visit www.peoria.org! 

DINING INFORMATION 

DOWNTOWN (walking distance) 

1) Adam’s Street Café: 107–109 SW Adams St.; 309-637-0022; Homemade soups, salads and 

gourmet and deli sandwiches 

2) American Café: 501 Main St., Hotel Perè Marquette; 309-637-6500; Comfort foods; breakfast 

and lunch daily; www.hotelperemarquette.com 

3) Bennigan’s Grill and Tavern: 500 Hamilton Blvd.; 309-674-2571; Irish American cuisine; 

www.hipeoria.com 

4) Big Easy Café and Coffeehouse: 100 State St.; 309-637-9000; Soups, sandwiches, coffee; 

www.bigeasycoffee.com 

5) Bistro 320: 320 Liberty St.; 309-497-3321; Delicious and affordable sandwiches and burgers 

6) Café Latté: 112 SW Jefferson; 309-497-3523; Soups, salads and sandwiches; breakfast and lunch 

7) Camille’s Sidewalk Café: 221 Fulton; 309-676-9727; Sandwiches, wraps, paninis, gourmet 

coffees, smoothies; www.camillescafe.com 

2) Carnegie’s: 501 Main St.; Hotel Perè Marquette; 309-637-6500; Exceptional Continental Cuisine; 

www.hotelperemarquette.com 

8) Donna’s Downtown Deli: 456 Fulton St.; 309-673-3377; Delicatessen serving breakfast and lunch 

15) Fahey’s Downtown: 416 N. Main, Commerce Bank 

Building; 309-497-1100; Homemade, buffet style; breakfast, 

lunch, early dinner 

9) Hoops Pub & Pizza: 516 N. Main; 309-637-0525; Sports 

club serving pizza, pasta, subs, salads and specialty items 

10) Hooters of Peoria: 418 SW Water St.; 309-676-5603; 

Chicken wings, burgers, seafood, salads; www.hooters.com 

7) Jimmy Johns (downtown): 208 SW Adams St.; 

309-673-4444; Gourmet sandwiches; 

www.jimmyjohns.com 

6) Jim’s Downtown Steakhouse: 110 SW Jefferson; 

309-673-5300; Upscale menu; elegant pub with piano bar 

10) Joe’s Crab Shack: 110 SW Water St.; 309-671-2223; 

Affordable seafood, upbeat waterfront setting; 

www.joescrabshack.com 

11) Kelleher’s Irish Pub and Eatery: 619 SW Water St.; 

309-673-6000; American and Irish fare; 

15 import beers on tap 

5) Lindsay’s on Liberty: 240 SW Jefferson; 309-497-3300; 

Exquisite menu features unique food preparations and 

presentations; www.lindsaysonliberty.com 

10) Old Chicago: 120 SW Water St.; 309-677-6766; Pizza, 

sandwiches, pasta, excellent appetizers and homemade 

desserts; www.oldchicago.com 

12) Pizzeria Uno Chicago Bar & Grill: 225 NE Adams, Mark Twain Hotel; 309-282-7777; 

Chicago-style deep dish pizza; www.pizzeriauno.com 

8) Red Zin: 456 Fulton St.; 309-673-6340; Continental cuisine at its finest; across from the Peoria 

Civic Center 

3) Regency Lounge: 500 Hamilton Blvd, Holiday Inn City Centre; 309-674-2500; Modern lobby bar; 

www.hipeoria.com 

2) Rendezvous Lounge: 501 Main St., Hotel Perè Marquette;, 309-637-6500; Comfortable 

gathering place; www.hotelperemarquette.com 

13) Rhythm Kitchen Music Café: 305 SW Water St.; 309-676-9668; Breakfast, lunch and dinner; 

live music most Fridays and Saturdays; www.rhythmkitchen.com 

6) Richards on Main: 311 Main St., lower; 309-674-8807; Cheers-like bar and grill; handcut steaks; 

www.richardsonmain.com 

4) Rizzi’s on State: 112 State St.; 309-673-2500; Fine Italian dining in an upscale atmosphere 

6) Roly Poly: 315 Main St.; 309-676-7042; Rolled sandwiches, soups, breakfast wraps, catering 

platters and pastries; www.rolypoly.com 

14) Roxy’s: 330 SW Water St., 309-676-7699; www.drinkhere.com; Appetizers, sandwiches, premium 

beers and spirits 

1) Sully’s Irish Pub: 121 SW Adams; 309-674-0238; Full-service restaurant and full sports bar 

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2005–2006 ILA EXECUTIVE BOARD 

Dianne C. Harmon, President 

Joliet Public Library 

Tamiye Meehan, Vice-President/President-Elect 

Indian Trails Public Library District 

Allen Lanham, Past-President 

Eastern Illinois University 

Charm N. Ruhnke, Treasurer 

Lewis & Clark Library System 

DIRECTORS 

Laura L. Barnes 

Illinois Waste Management & Research Center 

Dean Bryan 

Metropolitan Library System 

Kathleen Conley 

Illinois State University 

Sally M. Duchow 

Danville Area Community College Library 

Annie Marie Ford 

University of Illinois at Chicago 

Margaret Ming Heraty 

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 

Nancy Huntley 

Lincoln Library 

Rick McCarthy, Trustee 

Gail Borden Public Library District 

Julie M. Milavec 

Plainfield Public Library District 

Nestor Osorio 

Northern Illinois University 

Ellen C. Popit 

Shawnee Library System 

Lynn M. Stainbrook, ALA Councilor 

Arlington Heights Memorial Library 

Anne B. Craig, Ex Officio 

Illinois State Library 

Robert P. Doyle, Ex Officio 

Illinois Library Association 

2005 CONFERENCE PROGRAM COMMITTEE 

Dianne C. Harmon, ILA President 

Joliet Public Library 

Lee Logan, Co-Chair 

Alliance Library System 

Denise Zielinski, Co-Chair 

DuPage Library System 

David Cassens 

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 

Debbie King, Trustee 

Forest Park Public Library 

Amy L. Kellerstrass 

Retired Librarian 

Carolyn M. Mulac 

Chicago Public Library 

Lila Marek, Trustee 

Bridgeview Public Library 

Tobi Oberman 

Skokie Public Library 

Lisa Poignant 

Chillicothe Public Library District 

Tom Rich 

Warren-Newport Public Library District 

Sharon Ruda 


Lois B. Schultz 

Retired Librarian 

Connie H. Steudel 

Carbondale Public Library 

Helen Valantinas 

Fountaindale Public Library District 

Pam Van Kirk 

Galesburg Public Library 

Mark Vargas 

St. Xavier University 

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11 

9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. 

Get Numbers? Got Numbers? Now What? 

This workshop will outline basic statistical concepts, while focusing on applied statistical tools 

for librarianship including sampling, surveys, and interpreting electronic journal/database usage 

and national library statistical reports. Discover how you can use data for problem-solving, 

decision-making, assessment, and strategic planning. 

Moderator: Charlotte Johnson, Director of User Services, Southern Illinois University 

Edwardsville 

Speakers: Regina McBride, Kathlyn Behm, Charlotte Johnson, and Lydia Jackson, Lovejoy 

Library Southern Illinois University Edwardsville; and a panel of librarians from different types 

of academic libraries including Jan Sung, Eastern Illinois University; Felix Chu, Western Illinois 

University; and Rebecca Bostian, McKendree College 

Sponsor: IACRL 

Location: Peoria Civic Center, Room 136 

9:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. 

Leading During a Crisis: Somebody Has To Do It! 

Nobody wants to test their leadership abilities by experiencing a crisis or trauma. However, 

we all need to be prepared to transfer leadership skills to such a new and difficult situation. 

This session will set the stage by describing an actual crisis; will identify and describe 

the leadership attributes most needed to lead during a crisis; and will further engage 

the participants in applying those leadership characteristics using case study applications. 

Moderator: David E. Cassens, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 

Speaker: Camilla Alire, University of New Mexico 


Transformations… with Limited Funds! 

Has your library become its own worst enemy? Was it designed years ago to address such specific 

needs and functions that it is no longer adaptable to current usage? Is it not quite supporting the 

goals, programs, and technologies which you have outlined? Are your patrons constantly asking for 

services you cannot provide? It is a common dilemma; in order to keep your collection up-to-date, 

there is no money remaining for major costly renovations or additions. 

Moderator: Tania Salgado, BrendleAPV 

Speakers: Tania Salgado, BrendleAPV 


12:30 – 1:30 P.M. 

Preconference Lunch Break 

Preconference participants can register for a buffet luncheon, to be held in the Peoria Civic 

Center. Pre-registration required; no tickets will be available on-site. 


1:30 – 5:00 P.M. 

Dramatic Flair for Youth 

Tap into young patrons’flair for drama and develop dramatic youth programs on a shoestring 

budget. In this hands-on workshop, participants will create a short reader’s theatre script, 

design a storytelling activity, and practice enactment techniques that will add a new twist 

to book clubs. 

Moderator: Jeni Venker Weidenbenner, Bourbonnais Public Library 

Speaker: Jeni Venker Weidenbenner, Bourbonnais Public Library 


Marketing Your Library: Make It Simple 

What are the elements in a marketing plan? How is a marketing plan implemented for events, 

surveys, or the library in general? What types of tools are used to evaluate success as well as 

for modification of marketing efforts? The ILA Marketing Committee will present information 

based upon these questions. 

Moderator: Veronda Pitchford, Metropolitan Library System 

Speakers: Susan Ketterer, Simantel Group, Inc.; JoAnn Potenziani, New Lenox Public Library 

District; Ryan Roberts, Lincoln Land Community College; and Kerri Leo, North Suburban 

Library System. 

Sponsor: ILA Marketing Committee 


5:00 – 8:00 P.M. 

Public Library Forum Hospitality Suite 

Spend some time with your colleagues in the ILA Presidential Suite. 

Location: Hotel Pére Marquette, Room 1204. 

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Tuesday, October 11

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12 

8:00 – 9:30 A.M. 

Speak Truth to Power: the Real Deal on Diversity in Libraries 

We need more! More librarians of color…more students in library school…more librarians 

staying in the profession. This year’s brunch will focus on recruiting librarians of color. 

Moderator: Yvette Leigh, Round Lake Area Public Library District 

Speakers: Veronda Pitchford, Metropolitan Library System and Curt McKay, Office for Lesbian, 

Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Concerns, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 

Sponsor: Cultural and Racial Diversity Committee 

Pre-registration is required; no tickets will be available on-site. 

Location: Hotel Pére Marquette, Cheminee Room 

9:00 – 10:30 A.M. 

Reference Services Forum Meeting 


Make Your Own Mark with an OpenURL Link Resolver 

OpenURL link resolvers are among a group of emerging technologies that connect users with 

appropriate information sources across databases and formats. This presentation will discuss 

ways libraries can customize their link resolvers to match user preferences, the library’s 

branding image, and needs of library staff. 

Moderator: Sarah George, Illinois Wesleyan University 

Speakers: Sarah George and Julia Dickinson, Illinois Wesleyan University 

Tracks: Collection Management and Development, Technology and Technical Services 


Lighting Strategies for Contemporary Libraries 

Discussion includes basic lighting design guidelines including issues of glare, contrast, energy 

usage, code, sustainability, day lighting, and controls; current lighting technologies and sources 

and the pros and cons of each; how to incorporate lighting schemes into media and presentation 

rooms; how to communicate your desires to architect/engineer design teams. 

Moderator: Melissa Oelke, KJWW Engineering Consultants 

Speakers: Ingrid McMasters, LC, KJWW Engineering Consultants and Rick McCarthy, AIA, 

Burnidge Cassell Associates, Architects 

Tracks: Buildings, Management, Trustees 


Tips & Techniques: How to Teach a “High Touch” Information 

Literacy Course Online 

Online information literacy courses can be more rewarding for students if a “high touch” 

component is included. This interactive style gives individual attention to personalize each 

student’s learning experience. Learn the “high touch”techniques that have been successful 

for the library faculty at National-Louis University. 

Speakers: Julia Fraas, Oakton Community College, and Victoria West-Pawl and Tracy 

Ruppman, National-Louis University 


Track: Technology and Technical Services 


Using LibraryU for Staff Development 

With reduced staff and budgets, how can libraries continue to educate and train both new and 

current staff without the cost of time, travel, and training fees? The answer: anytime, anywhere, 

free training through LibraryU. This free resource as been rejuvenated in the past year through 

a Gates Foundation grant and has been funded for another three years. Come find out how you 

can use courses such as Merchandising that Works, Planning Story Time for Children, or Basic 

Web-Based Reference. Learn how to maximize your use of Web-based training and how to 

create a place and time for your staff to take advantage of this great free resource to continue 

developing their skills. 

Moderator: Pat Norris, Illinois State Library 

Speakers: Lisa Barnhart, LibraryU; Dawne Tortorella, Bellcow, Inc.; and Charm Ruhnke, 

Lewis and Clark Library System 

Sponsor: Illinois State Library 

Tracks: Management, Professional Development, Trustees 


Not Your Grandma’s Library Any More 

Check out a book 24/7! Forty-two public and school libraries throughout Illinois joined together 

to expand services to include e-branches. Using e-mail, iVocalize, and VTEL, these libraries 

overcame distances to implement this unique LSTA project. It is possible to “do more with less” 

through cooperation. 

Moderator: Nancy Gillfillan, Fondulac Public Library District 

Speakers: Nancy Gillfillan, Fondulac Public Library District; Penny O’Rourke, Byron Public 

Library District; and additional speakers to be announced 

Tracks: Collection Management and Development, Management, Marketing, Technology and 

Technical Services, Trustees 

Location: Peoria Civic Center, Room 210–211 


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One Book, One Community: Many Ideas 

Would you like your library to offer a community-wide reading program? Do you already 

sponsor one but need some fresh ideas? If so, come hear a variety of panelists describe 

their successful programs and offer practical tips. 

Moderator: Sandy Ringstrom, Prairie Area Library System 

Speaker: Jane Lenser, Prairie Area Library System 

Track: Collection Management and Development 


Every Child Gets Ahead 

Each attendee will receive a packet of activity ideas corresponding with No Child Left Behind. 

This is a new packet produced by Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom. The session will include 

door prizes and hands-on activities, such as “The Water Cycle Bracelet”and “What’s Inside 

a Pumpkin?” 

Moderator: Julie Duis, Illinois Farm Bureau 

Speakers: Kevin Daugherty and Julie Duis, Illinois Farm Bureau 

Sponsor: Illinois Farm Bureau 

Track: Youth Services 


11:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. 

Opening General Session 

Stephen Abram, President of the Canadian Library Association and Vice President of 

Innovation at SirsiDynix, will be presenting the keynote address, “Service at Google Speed — 

How Libraries Must Compete.” In 2004 Google went public after a long quiet period. Since 

then we’ve seen enormous innovations introduced by Google on a seemingly weekly basis— 

Google Maps, Google Suggest, Google Answers, Google Q&A, Google Print, Google 

Digitization, Google Sets, Google Groups, Google Deskbar, Google Desktop Search, Froogle, 

Google Personal, Google Blogger, Google Scholar, 

Google SMS, Google Video, and on and on and on. 

Google is also very fast. If libraries want 

to succeed in a Google-speed world, if we truly 

want to deliver service in the fast lane— 

what strategies should we consider? 

Stephen Abram will take us on a whirlwind tour 

of our customers’environment and the rapid 

changes happening there. He will also suggest 

key strategies for libraries to adopt to succeed 

in the fast lane. 


12:30 – 2:00 P.M. 

Opening General Session Lunch Break 

Join your colleagues for an informal luncheon buffet in the Hotel Pére Marquette. 


Location: Hotel Pére Marquette, Marquette Ballroom 

Public Library Forum Luncheon and Business Meeting 

Please join the Public Library Forum for its annual meeting following lunch. Take this opportunity 

to network with other public librarians. Getting involved is as easy as showing up! Pre-registration 

is required; no tickets will be available on-site. 


Reference Services Forum Luncheon 

“The Most Important Person in Your Library” 

Sally Decker Smith of the Indian Trails Public Library District shares her personal view of 

libraries, why they’re important, and why she values the people who make them work. 


Location: Hotel Pére Marquette, LaSalle Room 

New Members Reception 

The ILA Membership Committee invites all new members to a New Members Reception. 

Light refreshments will be served. Come and learn how you can become more active in your 

association. Pre-registration is required; no tickets will be available on-site. 

Sponsor: ExLibris 

Location: Hotel Pére Marquette, Peoria/Illinois/Lincoln Rooms 

12:45 – 2:00 P.M. 

ILSDO Presidents Luncheon 

The Illinois Library Systems Directors Organization (ILSDO) and the system board presidents will 

have lunch together. Anne Craig, Director, Illinois State Library, will address the group. 

Location: Hotel Pére Marquette, Blackhawk Room 

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Wednesday, October 12

2:00 – 3:00 P.M. 

Green Eggs and Agriculture 

Plan now for next year’s Read Across America program! Come see fun activities involving 

Dr. Seuss books and farm topics such as Beanie Babies, Circles of the Earth Bracelets, and 

Fishing in McElligot’s Pool. Each librarian will receive a booklet of activity ideas. 

Moderator: Julie Duis, Illinois Farm Bureau 

Speakers: Kevin Daugherty and Julie Duis, Illinois Farm Bureau 

Sponsor: Illinois Farm Bureau 



YA Service: the 4 Es of Success 

Are you ready to serve the Young Adult demographic? The 4 Es of successful Young Adult 

Service will be revealed in this session: 

• Establish Young Adults as a service category. 

• Engage community partners in planning and implementation. 

• Entice 12 to18 year olds into the library. 

• Empower young adults with active representation. 

Moderator: Kathy Rosa, Marion Carnegie Library 

Speaker: Kathy Rosa, Marion Carnegie Library 

Sponsor: Youth Services Forum 



Electronic Intellectual Freedom 

As libraries choose to offer users more online content, legal issues arise. Content access, 

pay-based services, and electronic fair use are issues that challenge libraries. Program will 

examine legal issues surrounding electronic intellectual freedom and provide guidelines on 

providing electronic content while avoiding legal pitfalls. 

Moderator: Deanne Holshouser, Edwardsville Public Library 

Speaker: Kathryn Miller, National-Louis University 

Sponsor: Intellectual Freedom Committee 

Tracks: Advocacy, Customer Service, Technology and Technical Services 


Creating an Information Literacy Plan 

Find yourself juggling library instruction (LI) and information literacy (IL) issues and demands 

without an overall vision? Learn how Illinois State University’s Milner Library is using an 

information literacy plan to coordinate its LI/IL program; tie it to library and campus strategic 

planning; and use it as a marketing tool on campus. 

Speakers: Jennifer Hootman and Chad Kahl, Illinois State University 


Track: Reference 


Branding Your Library 

Your patrons may use your library, but do they love it? Branding is a crucial marketing 

component in private industry for developing loyal customers, but how do we incorporate 

those concepts into a library model? Rockford Public Library shares its multifaceted efforts 

to create a brand for the library and cement an emotional connection with its patrons. 

Speaker: Emily Kicklighter, Rockford Public Library 

Track: Management, Marketing 


Not Just Another Book Club 

Spice up your book clubs for adults by creating themed book club sets. This session will share 

tips for pairing genre materials with hobby themes to create a new type of book club that 

reaches out to a wider audience of readers than traditional book clubs. 


Speaker: Jeni Venker Weidenbenner, Bourbonnais Public Library 



Michael Gorman Speaks: Perspective of the ALA President 

Participants will gain perspective on national library issues. 

Moderator: Sarah Ann Long, North Suburban Library System 

Speaker: Michael Gorman, California State University 

Sponsor: Illinois Library Systems Directors Organization 

Tracks: Advocacy, Trustees 



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Renovations? New Construction? Green Design: More for Less 

More than half the cost of building renovations or new construction goes into systems — 

mechanical, electrical, etc. Learn “green”design concepts that lower operations costs; improve 

patron comfort levels; increase staff productivity; and help everyone breathe easier and see better. 

Moderator: Edward Skahan, Kluber, Skahan + Associates, Inc. 

Speakers: Matt Maddock, Maddock Industries; John Kluber, Kluber, Skahan + Associates, Inc.; 

and Michael Linck, Lutron Electronics 

Sponsor: Kluber, Skahan + Associates, Inc. 



3:30 – 5:00 P.M. 

Basic Training: Confidentiality 

Practical advice on training frontline staff on principles of confidentiality. 

Moderator: Jamie Bukovac, Hinsdale Public Library 

Speaker: Mark West, Naperville Public Library 

Sponsor: Public Library Forum 

Tracks: Advocacy, Management, Trustees 


Techie & Librarian Web Site Dialogue 

Librarians and techies can communicate to create effective Web sites. This session will be 

a dialogue about setting goals for your Web site, design tips for reaching those goals, making 

the most of WYSIWYG, and some coding pointers for beginning-to-intermediate designers. 

Moderator: Kathy Rosa, Marion Carnegie Library 

Speakers: Kathy Rosa, Marion Carnegie Library and Michael Pezan, Des Plaines Valley Public 

Library District 



If Change Is So Good, Why Aren’t We Having Fun? 

Managing change well is vital to keeping your library competitive and growing. Discover the 

essential stages of change and how to create a positive approach to leading staff and patrons 

through them. 

Moderator: Tobi Oberman, Skokie Public Library 

Speaker: Gail E. Johnson, Face to Face Communications and Training 

Tracks: Management, Professional Development 


Presenting Infant Story Times 

A panel of experienced librarians will share their favorite stories, songs, fingerplays, and action 

rhymes that have proven to be winners in infant story time. Other topics to be discussed 

include story time structure and favorite resource materials. Time will be allotted for questions 

and for an open sharing of story time ideas from program attendees. 

Moderator: Lori Craft, Itasca Community Library 

Speakers: Shannon Halikias, Thomas Ford Memorial Library; Jane Whiteside, Fountaindale 

Public Library District; and Julie Ann Robbins, Glenside Public Library District 




Library CEN (Not Sin) in Southern Illinois 

There are over a million nonprofit organizations throughout the U.S. providing “priceless”services to 

billions of people. Through a panel discussion, hear how a collaboration of library and nonlibrary 

organizations created library “CENs”— Centers for Effective Nonprofits. These CENs provide 

resources to nonprofits throughout Southern Illinois. Hear how this was accomplished, the cost, the 

results, and most importantly, how YOU can increase your outreach by providing valuable services 

to nonprofits in your own area. 

Moderator: Tina Hubert, Lewis & Clark Library System 

Speakers: Tina Hubert and Juliette Douglas, Lewis & Clark Library System and Clarence Hauer, 

Nonprofit Services Consortium, additional speakers to be announced 

Track: Marketing 


Beyond the Statistical Abstract 

Access to government numeric data and statistical information has changed dramatically in 

recent years. By making it easier to find, patron demand for data continues to grow. Where will 

they look for it, and how will they use it? This session will include sources for finding data, 

examples of how to manipulate it, and ways to incorporate it into mapping programs. 

Moderator: Jocelyn Tipton, Eastern Illinois University 

Speakers: Jocelyn Tipton, Stacey Knight-Davis, and Jan Sung, Eastern Illinois University 

Sponsor: GODORT Forum 



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Wednesday, October 12

Displays — What We Can Learn from Museums, Theater, Retail, 

and the Container Store 

So you’ve displayed books face out and put slotted end panels on your shelves to display more 

books. Now what? What’s the first thing patrons see when they walk in your door? Is the soda 

machine really the first impression you want to make? Come see how an expert and some 

amateurs made some wonderful changes! 

Moderator: Sally Decker Smith, Indian Trails Public Library District 

Speaker: Ted Swigon, Consultant 

Track: Buildings, Marketing 


Legal Q & A 

The presenter addresses hot topics and everyday issues as they relate to library law. Bring your 

questions and get the answers you need. 

Moderator: Kevin Davis, Aurora Public Library 

Speaker: Phil Lenzini, Kavanagh, Scully, Sudow, White & Frederick, P.C. 


Tracks: Management, Trustees 


6:30 – 8:30 P.M. 

ILSDO Fortieth Anniversary Celebration 

Rock ‘n’Roll the night away as we celebrate Forty years of library cooperation in Illinois. On 

August 17, 1965, the bill creating Illinois library systems was signed, and the Illinois Library 

Systems Directors Organization (ILSDO) invites you to an all-conference reception to celebrate 

the fortieth anniversary of library systems. There will be food, a DJ playing tunes from the 1960’s, 

and decorations to put you in the mood. Come dressed in your mini skirt and go-go boots or bell 

bottoms and tie dye shirt if you feel like it and enjoy the music of The Byrds, Jefferson Airplane, 

Mamas and the Papas, The Beatles, and the Fifth Dimension. 



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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 

8:00 – 9:00 A.M. 

Library Trustee Continental Breakfast 

Library trustees are invited to drop by the Pére Marquette for a cup of coffee and conversation 

to start the day. 


Librarians for Social Responsibility Forum Meeting 


Resources and Technical Services Forum Meeting 


Reaching Forward Forum Meeting 


8:30 – 10:00 A.M. 

Youth Services Breakfast 

This year’s breakfast will feature Kevin Luthardt, an Illinois author, illustrator, artist, and muralist 

who received his BFA in painting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is the 

author and illustrator of six picture books — Mine!, Peep!, Larabee, Hats!, You’re Weird, and 

Zoom! In his work as a muralist Mr. Luthardt has created large-scale community mural 

projects in schools, libraries, churches, and other venues. 

He is the illustrator of the 2006 IREAD Summer Reading 

Program, “Voyage to Book Island.”A book signing will 

follow Mr. Luthardt’s presentation and his books will be 

available for purchase. Pre-registration is required; 

no tickets will be available on-site. 

Sponsor: Book Wholesalers, Inc. 


8:00 – 10:00 A.M. 

Illinois State University Alumni Reception 

Join ISU alums and friends for a breakfast buffet. Find out what is happening at ISU and Milner 

Library, particularly about the start up of the school library certification program. 

Moderator: Toni Tucker, Illinois State University 

Sponsor: Illinois State University 


University of Illinois GSLIS Alumni Breakfast 

Join U of I alums and friends for conversation and a breakfast buffet. Potential students are welcome 

to stop in and say hello! 

Sponsor: U of I GSLIS and Library School Alumni Association 


9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. 

Exhibits Open 

9:00 – 10:30 A.M. 

ILA 2006 Nominating Committee Meeting 


Government Information Online 101 

With so much government information online, any library can offer their patrons official 

government publications at the click of a mouse. This session will offer expert advice on online 

tools and strategies for finding state and federal government information, as well as how to 

find subject-specific guides and brochures. 

Moderator: Earl Shumaker, Northern Illinois University 

Speakers: Ielleen Miller, University of Illinois at Springfield and Earl Shumaker, Northern 

Illinois University 

Sponsor: GODORT 



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Mergers and Acquisitions in Publishing: What Do They Mean 

for Libraries? 

Mergers and acquisitions in publishing are limiting purchasing options for libraries. To respond 

rationally to the changing publishing marketplace and to shepherd shrinking budgets, librarians 

need to understand why publishers are on a buying spree and to learn what libraries and librarians 

can do to be an influence for moderation in the marketplace. 

Moderator: Mary H. Munroe, Northern Illinois University 

Speakers: Mary H. Munroe, Northern Illinois University; Kathleen Walsh, 

National Louis University; Mary Case, University of Illinois at Chicago; and Marlene Slough, 

Eastern Illinois University 


Tracks: Advocacy, Collection Management and Development 


Adult Programs with High Impact 

Adult programming can be time-intensive and without great results. Learn about an easily 

replicable program with a high impact on its audience. Also hear other ideas for successful 

adult programs. 

Moderator: Alissa Williams, Pekin Public Library 

Speakers: Alissa Williams, Pekin Public Library and Diane Soffietti, Fondulac District Library 

Track: Management 


Saving Money through the Direct Consortium Borrowing Model 

Interlibrary loan is like an African photo safari – an expensive adventure to find just the right 

shot! The Direct Consortium Borrowing (DCB) model and National Information Standards 

Organization (NISO) Circulation Interchange Protocol (NCIP) standard allow libraries to share 

resources quickly, easily, and at a fraction of current ILL costs. The DCB model streamlines ILL 

staff workflow and uses new technology to do more with less. 

Moderator: Gail Wanner, Dynix 

Speakers: Gail Wanner, Dynix 

Tracks: Management, Technology and Technical Services 


Survivor: Library Island (a.k.a. Dealing with Difficult People 

and People in Difficult Situations) 

Ninety-seven percent of our day is spent in peaceful relations with the many tribes-people that 

enter our library island; however we are often frustrated by the 3 percent that offer trouble in 

one form or another. This workshop takes a lighthearted look at the difficult people in your 

neighborhood—on both sides of the desk. You will also learn what the principles of conflict 

are and a common sense approach to dealing with difficult people. 


Speaker: Gail E. Johnson, Face to Face Communications and Training 

Tracks: Customer Service, Management 


Technology Trends in Libraries 

What are the top technology trends libraries need to be watching? Come to this program to 

find what’s hot and what’s not and how these technologies will affect librarians. 

Moderator: Matt Gullett, Bloomington Public Library 

Speakers: Jenny Levine, Metropolitan Library System; Paul Mills, Prairie Area Library System; 

and Theresa A. Ross Embrey, Library Associates 

Sponsor: Resources and Technical Services Forum 



Empowering Your Library Staff through the 3 Ts: Training, 

Teamwork, and Trustees 

Do technology trends, unattended children, and body odors have you, your library staff, and 

trustees stressed out? This presentation takes a look at some of the problem behavior policy 

issues facing libraries and the opportunities that these issues may bring for staff and trustees 

to work toward building a safer library. 

Moderator: Cristy Stupegia, Sparta Public Library 

Speakers: Rose Chenoweth, Alliance Library System; Marsha Westfall, Peoria Heights Public 

Library; John E. Sayers, Kewanee Public Library District; Cristy Stupegia, Sparta Public Library; 

Susan K. Herring, Wiseman Consulting & Training 


Tracks: Customer Service, Management, Trustees 



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Displays — What We Can Learn from Museums, Theater, Retail, 

and the Container Store 

So you’ve displayed books face out and put slotted end panels on your shelves to display more 

books. Now what? What’s the first thing patrons see when they walk in your door? Is the soda 

machine really the first impression you want to make? Come see how an expert and some 

amateurs made some wonderful changes! 

Moderator: Sally Decker Smith, Indian Trails Public Library District 

Speaker: Ted Swigon, Consultant 

Tracks: Buildings, Marketing 


The Ten-Step Program for Advocacy Success 

Advocacy is more than just identifying a need and proposing legislation. Successful advocacy 

requires a ten-step process to guide the bill from introduction to authorization. Hear a panel 

of experts detail the process while sharing success stories. 

Moderator: Kendi Kelley, C. E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District 

Speakers: Kip Kolkmeier, Kolkmeier Consulting, and Carole Dickerson, Freeport Public Library 

Sponsor: Public Policy Committee 



9:30 – 10:30 A.M. 

10:00 – 11:30 A.M. 

Poster Sessions 

Located in the Exhibit Hall 

Combined Public and School Library: Teamwork for Our Community’s Benefit 

Clara D. Schroeder, Central Citizens’Library District 

Adding Cafés and Coffee Shops, “Allowing” Food and Drink: Libraries Adapt 

to a Changing World 

Katherine Dahl, Western Illinois University 

An Adventure of the American Mind: Joining Educators and Students to Library 

of Congress Resources 

Richard Satchwell, Judy Bee and Joan Brown, Illinois State University 

CARLI–Illinois’ New Super Library Consortium 

CARLI Public Relations Committee 

“Closing the Gap”: Use of Student Volunteers in an Academic Library 

Beth Schobernd and Toni Tucker, Illinois State University 

Free Poison Prevention Story Time Tool Kit 

Robin Antognoli, Vickie Dance, and Anna Fillmore, Illinois Poison Center 

Podcasting @ Your Library 

Michael Garrett Farrelly, Elmwood Park Public Library 

Talk Tables 


Circulation: The Heart of the Library 

Debbie Sheehan, Indian Prairie Public Library 

Creating a Foreign-Language Newsletter 

Alex Todd, Prospect Heights Public Library District 

10:30 – 11:30 A.M. 

Exhibits Coffee Break 

Join our exhibitors for complimentary coffee in the exhibits hall. 

Sponsored by: 

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Thursday, October 13

11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. 

Talk Tables 


Marketing your Library: A Different Approach to Getting Student Input and Feedback 

Patricia Strait and Denise Shorey, Northwestern University 

Outsource Your Cataloging In-State! 

Sarah Heuertz, Lewis and Clark Library System 

Putting Heart into your Organization; or, the Essence of Servant Leadership 

Nancy Crow, Quincy University 

11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. 

GODORT Meeting 


The Future is so Bright, We Have to Wear Shades 

Political and socio-economic forces at work impact library services. This Illinois State Library– 

sponsored program will examine future trends that are occurring at the local, regional, national, 

and international levels that affect the delivery of library and information services. Norm Sims, 

executive director of the Illinois Tax Increment Association (ITIA) will discuss future trends 

impacting society; the implication of those trends on library services; and considerations in 

planning for the future. Mr. Sims has served as the Director of the Department of Commerce 

and Community Affairs in Governor Edgar’s administration and as the economic development 

director for the city of Springfield. As the executive director of ITIA, Sims monitors trends 

in business and government that impact economic development. Established in 1987, 

the ITIA is a membership association whose membership consists of municipalities and 

other governmental entities, corporations, partnerships, associations, and individuals 

engaged in or interested in tax increment finance and economic development. 

Moderator: Michael Ragen, Illinois State Library 

Speakers: Norm Sims, Illinois Tax Increment Association 




Saying “Good-Bye” to the Circ Desk 

A colorful and rousing presentation that will get your creative juices flowing and have you 

calling your mover. Learn how to better serve your patrons and at the same time save staff 

time for more productive tasks. 

Moderator: Michael Molinaro, Frye Gillan Molinaro, Ltd. 

Speakers: Lonn L. Frye, Frye Gillan Molinaro, Ltd.; Lynn Stainbrook, Arlington Heights 

Memorial Library; and Tom Rich, Warren-Newport Public Library District 

Tracks: Buildings, Collection Management and Development, Customer Service 


How Free is Our Press? 

A handful of huge conglomerates control most newspapers, magazines, TV and radio, books, 

music, movies, videos, and Internet access. Learn how this concentrated control of the media 

restricts the free flow of information and impacts library collections. 

Moderator: Bleue J. Benton, Oak Park Public Library 

Speaker: Robert McChesney, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 

Sponsor: Librarians for Social Responsibility Forum 

Tracks: Advocacy, Collection Management and Development 


Jump Start: RA Basic Training for Library Staff 

Interested in helping patrons with leisure reading? The panel will present helpful resources, 

demonstrate a genre study, discuss effective methods of interviewing patrons, and examine 

important elements of a book’s appeal. 

Moderator: Leslie Brittain, Winfield Public Library 

Speakers: Karen Sego, Bartlett Public Library District; Marcy Doyle, Carol Stream Public 

Library; and Marilyn Dashiell, West Chicago Public Library District 



Innovative Customer Service Practices in Libraries Around the World 

Librarians from countries such as Colombia, South Africa, Japan, and others will talk about 

programs that are offered at public and academic libraries in their countries. This session will 

give the participants an opportunity to learn more about libraries around the world and to 

hear about some of their creative ideas. 

Moderator: Barbara Ford, University of Ilinois at Urbana-Champaign 

Speakers: Susan Schnuer, University of Ilinois at Urbana-Champaign, and 2005 Mortenson 

Associates 

Sponsor: Mortenson Center for International Library Programs 

Track: Customer Service 



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OPAL: Online Programming for All Libraries 

OPAL is an award-winning collaborative effort offering a full schedule of public online 

programming such as book discussions, interviews, special events, training sessions, writing 

workshops, programs for children, young adults, seniors, etc. OPAL uses iVocalize software to 

communicate by Voice-over-IP and/or text chat, engage in synchronized browsing on the Web, 

view and discuss PowerPoint presentations as a group, plus record the audio, visual, and textual 

aspects of online events for later playback. OPAL programs are shared by all member libraries, 

greatly expanding the number and variety of programs available to your patrons. Learn how 

you can join this programming consortium to offer alternative programs, or even broadcast 

in-house presentations, for patrons who want library program access from their desktop. 

Moderator: Sharon Ruda, Illinois State Library 

Speakers: Lori Bell, Mid-Illinois Talking Book Center; Diana Sussman, Southern Illinois Talking 

Book Center; Sharon Ruda, Illinois State Library 

Tracks: Customer Service, Technology and Technical Services 


Friendraising before Fundraising 

Politics and power impact your job—even in a library. Learn how to use public relations 

and partnerships to increase your visibility and help secure a bigger piece of the funding pie. 

Our discussion will focus on developing a concise message that will help you build better 

long-term relationships with politicians, the public, and the press. 

Speaker: Ben Hildebrandt, Iowa Bankers Association 

Sponsor: Fundraising Committee 



IREAD Brainstorming 2007 

Learn the latest details about the 2006 summer reading program and join the final brainstorming 

session to propose new themes for the 2007 summer reading program. 

Moderator: Victoria Blackburn, Fossil Ridge Public Library 

Speakers: Victoria Blackburn, 2006 IREAD Chair, Fossil Ridge Public Library; and Pat Roche, 

2005 IREAD Chair, Carol Stream Public Library; and Sharon Lawrence, 2007 IREAD Chair, 

Downers Grove Public Library 

Sponsor: IREAD Committee 



Managing and Developing Your Digital Collections 

Ex Libris invites you to join us for a one hour presentation on our latest solutions for managing 

and developing your digital collections. We will be presenting Verde, our newly released ERM 

solution that presents a completely original approach to managing your e-resources and DigiTool 

Version 3 for maintaining and growing your Institutional Repository. Both of these standardsbased, 

stand-alone products promise flexibility and seamless integration with your existing ILS 

system. Please join us to learn more about these exciting developments from the company that 

creates SFX, the industry’s first link server. 

Speaker: Dave Stout, Ex Libris 

Sponsor: Ex Libris 


12:30 – 2:00 P.M. 

Trustee Luncheon 

The Trustee Luncheon will feature Robert Sobiech of Deloitte & Touche, discussing how trustees 

can address areas of conflict and develop consensus among themselves. Pre-registration 

is required for lunch and is included in all Trustee Member registrations; no tickets will be 

available on-site. 

Moderator: Lila Marek, Bridgeview Public Library Trustee 

Speaker: Robert Sobiech, Deloitte & Touche 

Sponsor: ILA Trustee Forum 


IACRL Luncheon 

Attend IACRL’s annual business meeting, which includes the annual report, current issues, and 

plans for the upcoming year. Pre-registration is required for lunch; no tickets will be available on-site. 

Moderator: Scott D. Drone-Silvers, Lakeland College 

Sponsor: Illinois Association of College and Research Libraries 


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2:00 – 3:00 P.M. 

Brainstorming Library Funding Solutions 

Bring your best ideas for public library funding issues in Illinois! This participatory brainstorming 

session will focus on ideas and strategies for change in library funding. Participate and become part 

of the solution to the problem of library funding! 

Moderator: Julie M. Milavec, Plainfield Public Library District 

Facilitator: Mary Jane Kepner, Independent Library Consultant 

Panelists: Kip Kolkmeier, Kolkmeier Consulting, and Kathy Berggren, Matteson Public Library 




Privacy, Patrons’ Rights, and Policies 

The panel will discuss the history of a patron’s right to privacy, the current Library Records 

Confidentiality Act, changes to the act that may affect patrons’use of print and online resources, 

and what you may need to do at your library. 

Moderator: Nancy Huntley, Lincoln Library 

Speakers: Mike Ragen, Illinois State Library; James Huesmann, Western Illinois University; and 

Phil Lenzini, Kavanagh, Scully, Sudow, White & Frederick, P.C. 

Sponsor: Intellectual Freedom Committee 



Fast Track Building Projects 

Learn how a city library built an attractive and functional new building (including programming, 

architect selection, building design, referendum, construction, moving twice, and ribbon cutting) 

in two years, without cutting corners in any way. The director, building consultant, and architect 

describe how it all happily happened and draw 

(they hope) useful conclusions. 

Moderator: Elaine Savage, Palos Heights 

Public Library 

Speakers: Elaine Savage, Palos Heights Public 

Library; Joseph Huberty, Engberg Anderson 

Design Partnership; and Frederick Schlipf, 

Library Building Consultant 



Leadership for New Managers 

We will review the results of a recent leadership survey, as well as discuss leadership training 

for new managers. 

Speaker: Mary Wilkins Jordan, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill 

Track: Management 


Customer Service vs. “The Rules” 

Providing great customer service while enforcing library rules and policies is a lot like walking 

a tightrope — it requires a heroic balancing act. This workshop looks at “The Rules”we create 

and examines how they affect our ability to provide great service. A great mix of humor, true 

stories, and practical tips will provide standards for you to take back to your library home to 

measure your own balance. 


Speaker: Gail Johnson, Face to Face Communications and Training 

Tracks: Customer Service, Management 


Empowering Library Staff to Meet the Technology Needs 

of Spanish-Speakers 

Learn how to build a strong community partnership and collaborate with the Spanish-speaking 

community to increase access to public computers and resources. 

Moderator: Vandella Brown, Illinois State Library 

Speakers: Tammy Dobonye, Beardstown Houston Memorial Library and Hector Marino, 

Des Plaines Public Library 

Sponsor: Illinois State Library & Cultural and Racial Diversity Committee 

Tracks: Customer Service, Technology and Technical Services 



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Win Your Referendum the Doobie Brothers Way… 

Takin’ It to the Streets! 

When the time for a tax rate increase or bond referendum comes, will your public library 

be ready? Learn more about your community and plant the seeds for an effective referendum 

committee early. This seminar gives strategies for effective community relations and 

referendum campaigns. 

Moderator: Socrates Rivers, Griffin, Kubik, Stephens & Thompson, Inc. 

Speakers: Jamie Rachlin and Pat Callahan, Griffin, Kubik, Stephens & Thompson, Inc. 



Extravaganza of Books 

Experience the best books of 2005 as booktalked by the Bulletin of the Center for Children’s 

Books and learn about the Center’s Gryphon Award for kindergarten through fourth grade 

transitional literature. 

Moderator: Mike Rogalla, Champaign Public Library 

Speakers: Betsy Hearne, University of Illinois GSLIS 




2:00 – 3:00 P.M. 

Talk Tables 


Serving Distance Learners: Are We Meeting Their Informational Needs? 

Whose Patrons are They Really? 

Linda A. Wade, Western Illinois University 

Illinois Clicks! 

Sharon S. Ball, North Suburban Library System 

2:00 – 3:30 P.M. 



The Latin American and Caribbean Library’s Traveling Exhibit 

Nelly S. Gonzalez, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 

Library Card Sign-up Partnership 

Kathy Nielsen, Wauconda Area Library 

Thinking Outside the Borders 

Barbara Ford and Susan Schnuer, Mortenson Center for International Library Programs 

Strategies for Outreach to Health Information Users 

Jo Dorsch and Peg Burnette, University of Illinois at Chicago 

Why Go It Alone? A Cooperative Collaboration Between Local Community Libraries 

Bryan Blank, Elmhurst Public Library; Jacob Hill, Elmhurst College; and Peggy Fox, Fenton 

Community High School 

2:30 – 3:30 P.M. 

IACRL Discussion Groups 

Discussion of hot topics in acquisitions, bibliographic instruction, circulation, continuing 

education, and distance education. 

Moderator: Earl Shumaker, Northern Illinois University 

Speakers: Marlene Slough (Acquisitions), Eastern Illinois University; Lydia Jackson 

(Bibliographic Instruction), Southern Illinois University Edwardsville; Robert Daugherty 

(Circulation), University of Illinois at Chicago; Earl Shumaker (Continuing Education), Northern 

Illinois University; and Liz Burns (Distance Education), Lewis & Clark Community College 



3:30 – 4:00 P.M. 

Exhibits No-Conflict 

Please join our exhibitors for complimentary cookies in the exhibits hall. 

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3:30 – 4:00 P.M. 

Awards Reception 

By Invitation 


4:00 – 4:45 P.M. 

Awards Presentation 


4:45 – 5:30 P.M. 

Membership Meeting 


7:00 – 9:00 P.M. 

President’s Program: Spirit of Peoria Cruise 

Join your colleagues for a moon-lit dinner cruise on the Spirit of Peoria. 

We will board from 6:30 to 7:00 P.M. and cruise from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. 

Pre-registration is required; no tickets will be available on-site. Casual attire. 


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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 

8:00 –10:00 A.M. 

Past Presidents’ Breakfast 

By Invitation 


University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee School of Information Studies 

Brunch Reception 

Join University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Information Studies alumni and students 

for breakfast and conversation. Prospective students are invited to drop in to learn about our 

programs, including our online MLIS. 

Moderator: Tom Walker, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Information Studies 

Sponsor: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Information Studies & Alumni Association 


Dominican University GSLIS Alumni Reception 

Join your fellow Dominican University alumni for a continental breakfast. Prospective students 

are encouraged to attend. 

Sponsor: Dominican University 


9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. 

Exhibits Open 

9:00 –10:30 A.M. 

Special Collections Librarians Meeting 

Join other Special Collections librarians to discuss the formation of an ILA Special 

Collections Forum. 

Moderator: Lynne Thomas, Northern Illinois University 


Creating a Fund Development Office 

In less than two years, the Rockford Public Library’s fund development office went from 

start-up to raising four times its departmental budget. Learn how your library can enjoy 

the same success. Topics include donor development, major gifts, grants, corporate 

sponsorships, and creating a foundation. 

Moderator: Jennifer Giltrop, Rockford Public Library 

Speaker: Jennifer Giltrop, Rockford Public Library 

Tracks: Management, Marketing, Trustees 


ILLINET OCLC Network Feedback Session 

In July 2004, the Illinois State Library unveiled 

Group Services for ILLINET. If you haven’t 

participated, you should come to this program 

to hear about this new service and its potential 

for your library. Participants will have the 

opportunity to provide feedback and ideas. 

Moderator: Anne Craig, Illinois State Library 

Speakers: Anne Craig, Suzanne Schriar, 

and Laurie Bartolini, Illinois State Library 




Growing Your Own Reference Staff: Partnering to Survive 

Is your library facing reference staffing challenges? No money for professionals and the need to 

train others to fill in at the desk? Reference Users Group members of the former Heritage Trail 

Library System identified the need for just such reference training, geared to those with no 

formal education in library science. Learn how the group developed a plan to address the needs 

of this urban to rural consortium, which ranged from libraries with sophisticated reference 

services to locations without a reference desk. With the multiple system merger that created 

PALS, this initiative has been extended to training throughout much of northern Illinois. 

Moderator: Michelle Y. Roubal, Aurora Public Library 

Speakers: Michelle Y. Roubal, Aurora Public Library; and Karen Becker, Prairie Area Library System 

Sponsor: Reference Services Forum 

Tracks: Management, Reference 


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Friday, October 14

AV Made EZ! 

Book Wholesalers, Inc. is now offering public libraries a free, easy-to-use, and comprehensive way 

to search, select, and order AV materials in all formats and age levels online through Titletales. 

Moderator: Kathleen McKeon, Book Wholesalers, Inc. 

Speaker: Kathleen McKeon, Book Wholesalers, Inc. 

Sponsor: Book Wholesalers, Inc. 



Library Binding Workshop 

This library binding workshop will cover the following subjects: library preservation and the 

role of binding; binding terms and structures and bindery procedures; making appropriate 

binding decisions; conducting quality control on bound materials. 

Moderator: Brian Baird, Heckman Bindery 

Speaker: Brian Baird, Heckman Bindery 

Sponsor: Heckman Bindery 



Blast Off with: Explore! Fun with Science 

Are you looking for ways to engage your students in planetary science? Join us as we blast off 

into space with the “Explore! Fun with Science”program. We’ll launch rockets, map the solar 

system, and even build a solar oven! 

Moderator: Portia Latalladi, Chicago Public Library 

Speaker: Portia Latalladi, Chicago Public Library 



Power up Your Reading Incentives: New Ideas for Motivating Readers 

Are your resources stretched to the limit trying to plan reading incentive programs that electrify 

readers? Are you burned out from building community partnerships to solicit donations that 

don’t relate to reading? This session will suggest strategies for saving staff time and money, 

share research on the most effective ways to use reading incentives, and present low-cost 

alternatives to motivate readers. 


Speakers: Jeni Venker Weidenbenner and Julie Ross, Bourbonnais Public Library 



Maximize your Memory Power 

A reliable memory is a necessity for performing work efficiently. You will learn how to use 

mnemonic strategies, make visual associations, and mentally organize information for better 

recall of names, facts, figures, and other information. 

Moderator: Linda Sasser, Memory Concepts 

Speaker: Linda Sasser, Memory Concepts 

Track: Professional Development 


Library Professional Education: Making the Grade 

Learn about the state of library professional education in Illinois: curriculum emphases, 

applicants’and graduates’experiences, impact of distance programs, and how well the 

current and future needs of the state’s libraries are being met. 

Moderator: Laura Haule, St. Charles Public Library District 

Speakers: Karen Brown, Dominican University; Rae-Anne Montague, University of Illinois 

at Urbana-Champaign; and Kitty Pope, Alliance Library System 


Tracks: Management, Reference, Trustees 


Serving Ethnic Populations—Planning Programs 

and Building Collections 

A panel discussion featuring members of the Chicago Public Library’s (CPL) ethnic services 

committees and CPL’s director of collection development discuss the challenges of serving 

diverse communities of library patrons through programming and collection development. 

Hear practical ideas for programming that won’t break your budget and get some solid advice 

on building foreign language collections. 

Moderator: Brenda McGlohon, Assistant Commissioner, Neighborhood Services, 

Chicago Public Library 

Speakers: Megan McArdle, Andrea Telli, Lolita Griffin, Michael John Voss, Angela Ingram, 

and Maria Zakrzewska, Chicago Public Library 

Track: Collection Management and Development, Customer Service 



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9:30 – 10:30 A.M. 

10:30 – 11:30 A.M. 

Talk Tables 


Exhibits Coffee Break 

Join our exhibitors for complimentary coffee in the exhibits hall. 

Why On-Premises Cafes, Coffee Shops, Snack Bars, and Restaurants are Good 

or Not Good for Libraries of Most Every Kind and Type 

Katherine Dahl, Western Illinois University 

Reference and Instruction Partnerships 

Maureen Brunsdale and Jennifer Hootman, Illinois State University 

A General Education Program for the 21st Century: A View from the Library 

Julie Hansen, Southern Illinois University 

10:00 – 11:30 A.M. 



Combined Public and School Library: Teamwork for Our Community’s Benefit 

Clara D. Schroeder, Central Citizens’Library District 

Free Poison Prevention Story Time Tool Kit 

Robin Antognoli, Vickie Dance, and Anna Fillmore, Illinois Poison Center 

Global News VILLAGE: The Intersection of Information, Media, 

and Global Literacies 

Dawn Schmitz and Lisa Janicke Hinchliffe, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 

Carl Sandburg: Preserving an American Literary Legacy 

Elizabeth Bail and Thomas Teper, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 

The Librarian and the Volunteer: Service Learning at Milner Library 

Erik Sean Estep and Donnie Johnson, Illinois State University 

New Approaches to Digitization Training 

Amy Maroso-Hatcher and Nuala Koetter, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 

“Write Your Next Chapter” —Strategies from a Successful Referendum 

Ted Schwitzner, North Central College, and Stephen Bero, Warren-Newport Public Library 

Using an ILL Manager for E-Collaboration between ILL and Reference 

Cherie L. Weible and Katherine Kopchok, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 

11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. 

Is Your Facility Ready for the Latest Technology Trends? 

Discussion includes: necessary requirements to effectively incorporate technology systems in 

a library; crucial steps to consider when planning technology systems for a library construction 

project; how to maintain flexibility in your library’s technology system; how to achieve your 

library’s technology needs for a defined budget. 

Moderator: Melissa Oelke, KJWW Engineering Consultants 

Speaker: Jeffrey C. Carpenter, PE, RCDD, KJWW Engineering Consultants 

Tracks: Buildings, Management, Technology and Technical Services, Trustees 


Developing a Recorded Music Collection 

Patrons want more than just books from their libraries, but establishing a music collection 

is daunting. Learn how to improve a recorded music collection to incorporate not just classical 

but also jazz and other popular music, including how to anticipate for what your patrons 

will be asking. 

Moderator: Steve Gianni, Northbrook Public Library 

Speakers: Steve Gianni and Marci Cohen, Northbrook Public Library 



Professional Development in a Consortium 

The Southern Illinois Learning Resources Cooperative (SILRC) consortium focuses on 

networking and professional development as its primary objectives. Bimonthly meetings 

include professional development activities such as support for distance learners, assessment 

methods, library orientations, and instruction. This program will explore the history, identified 

need, and the evolution of our successes in regionally approaching professional development 

and networking. 

Moderator: Sandy Craig, Wabash Valley College 

Speakers: Arlene Dueker, Kaskaskia College; Rebecca Bostian, McKendree College; and Dennis 

Krieb, Lewis and Clark Community College 

Sponsor: Southern Illinois Learning Resources Cooperative 



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Recent Economic Census Information Online 

This session will give an overview of what kind of data can be found in the Economic Census, 

how it’s collected, the timeframe for releasing the 2002 data, how the data is organized, how 

to access the data online, and how you and your patrons can utilize the data. 

Moderator: Ielleen Miller, University of Illinois at Springfield 

Speaker: Marilyn E. Stephens, U.S. Census Bureau 

Sponsor: GODORT Forum 



Recipes for Success 

Everything old is new again, and that applies when using lesser-known picture books that have 

not enjoyed their day in the sun. Rev up your picture book repertoire with terrific picture books 

published prior to 1996 that lack an authorial notoriety and have not garnered awards/honors. 

These recommended titles have proven themselves with many audiences and have become 

favorites by the strength and merit of their storylines. The titles also contribute in building our 

confidence as performers. Discover titles that have been identified as priceless by dint of their 

usefulness, audience appeal, and repeated success. Find out how the titles work as icebreakers 

with a variety of listeners, how these seasoned picture books convey timely topics for 2005, 

and how the “best books”are those titles that youth services librarians retain in their coveted 

workroom “stash.” These gems are truly ones we would carry out first if the library suddenly 

were to go up in flames. 

Moderator: Dianne Happ, Peoria Public Library 

Speakers: Paula Lopatic, Vespasian Warner Public Library District; Judy Decker, 

Quincy Public Library; Georgianne Schau, Bloomington Public Library; and Mary Adamowski 

and Mary Weimar, Orland Park Public Library 

Tracks: Collection Management and Development, Youth Services 


Outreach: School and Public Library Cooperation 

The outreach coordinator of the Plainfield Public Library and the media director for Plainfield 

School District 202 will present a program on their successful outreach cooperation between 

the two entities: public library and school district. 

Moderator: Ceil Carey, Plainfield Public Library 

Speakers: Ceil Carey, Plainfield Public Library, and Kathie Murphy, Plainfield School District #202 

Tracks: Management, Youth Services 


Tips and Techniques on How to Get Your Building Referendum Passed 

Do you need a new building and have to go to referendum? Are you sure you’re ready? Is your 

community ready to say yes? Sugar Grove Public Library District will present the strategies they 

used to pass their building referendum. We will also review legal requirements, timelines, 

committees, and how to get the community involved. Learn how to increase your chances 

of passing a building referendum! 

Moderator: Tara Griffin, Harris Bank 

Speakers: Tara Griffin, Harris Bank and Beverly Holmes Hughes, Sugar Grove Public Library District 



The Role of Subject Specialists in Academic Libraries: 

What They Do and How 

This session will present practical ideas about the subject specialist’s work in academic libraries. 

The overall set of general responsibilities, education and training, and their role in collection 

building will be discussed. The foundation concepts of being a subject expert in libraries and 

how that fits into the learning process of both librarians and students will be explored. Two 

specific examples of projects done by subject librarians will be presented. In the first one, 

the functions of an instructional Web site will be demonstrated. The second will show the 

methodology and results of a bibliographic subject analysis. 

William Baker: “Speaking from the Trenches: Issues Concerning Subject Librarians in Academia” 

Jitka Hurych: “How Do Librarians/Subject Specialists Become Experts?” 

Michael Duffy: “The Web as a Medium for Basic Asychronous Music Library Instruction: Using 

the NIU Music Library” 

Nestor Osorio: “Bibliographic Subject Analyses: Strategies and Methods” 

Moderator: Nestor Osorio, Northern Illinois University 

Speakers: William Baker, Jitka Hurych, Michael Duffy, and Nestor Osorio, Northern Illinois 

University 



Virtual Reference in the Fast Lane 

Interested in reaching new users? Want to enhance your library’s services? This panel discussion 

will provide practical tips for providing virtual reference services. Topics include: enhancing 

library services through virtual reference, technology trends in virtual reference, developing 

policies, training, and marketing virtual reference service. 

Moderator: Karen Becker, Prairie Area Library System 

Speakers: Laurie Bartolini, Illinois State Library; Brian Smith, Homer Township Library District; 

Dawn Bussey, River Forest Public Library; Lori Bell, Mid Illinois Talking Books Center; 

Charlotte Bruce, Olney College 





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1:00 – 2:30 P.M. 

Illinois Authors’ Luncheon 

Ann Durkin Keating, co-editor of The Encyclopedia of Chicago, will be this year’s featured speaker. 

Developed by the Newberry Library with the cooperation of the Chicago Historical Society and 

more than a decade in the making, The Encyclopedia 

of Chicago is the definitive historical reference on 

metropolitan Chicago. Hundreds of historians, 

journalists, librarians, and experts on everything 

from airlines to Zoroastrians explore all aspects 

of the rich world of Chicagoland—from its 

geological prehistory to the present. Ms. Keating 

will discuss the creation of this epic publication 

in her presentation. A book signing will follow 

the luncheon. 

Pre-registration is required; no tickets will be 

available on-site. 


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Friday, October 14

PROGRAM TRACKS 

PCC=Peoria Civic Center 

HPM=Hotel Pére Marquette 

Advocacy 

Electronic Intellectual Freedom Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 136 

Michael Gorman Speaks: Perspective of the ALA President Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 220 

Basic Training: Confidentiality Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 134 

Mergers and Acquisitions in Publishing: What Do They Mean for Libraries? Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 135 

The Ten-Step Program for Advocacy Success Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 221–222 

The Future is So Bright, We Have to Wear Shades Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 134 

How Free is Our Press? Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 136 

Privacy, Patrons’ Rights and Policies Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 135 

Tips and Techniques on How to Get Your Building Referendum Passed Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 220 

Buildings 

Lighting Strategies for Contemporary Libraries Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 135 

Renovations? New Construction? Green Design: More for Less Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 221–222 

Displays — What We Can Learn from Museums, Theater, Retail, and the Container Store Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 220 

Displays — What We Can Learn from Museums, Theater, Retail, and the Container Store Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 220 

Saying “Good-Bye” to the Circ Desk Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 135 

Fast Track Building Projects Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 136 

Is Your Facility Ready for the Latest Technology Trends? Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 134 

Collection Management and Development 

Make Your Own Mark with an OpenURL Link Resolver Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 134 

Not Your Grandma’s Library Any More Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

One Book, One Community: Many Ideas Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Not Just Another Book Club Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Mergers and Acquisitions in Publishing: What Do They Mean for Libraries? Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 135 


How Free is Our Press? Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 136 

Serving Ethnic Populations — Planning Programs and Building Collections Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 222 

Developing a Recorded Music Collection Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 135 

Recipes for Success Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

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Program Tracks

Customer Service 


Survivor: Library Island (a.k.a. Dealing with Difficult People and People in Difficult Situations) Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 209 

Empowering Your Library Staff through the 3 Ts: Training, Teamwork and Trustees Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 212–213 


Innovative Customer Service Practices in Libraries Around the World Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

OPAL: Online Programming for All Libraries Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Customer Service vs. “The Rules” Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 209 

Empowering Library Staff to Meet the Technology Needs of Spanish-Speakers Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

Serving Ethnic Populations — Planning Programs and Building Collections Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 222 

Management 


Using LibraryU for Staff Development Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 –10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 209 


Branding Your Library Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. PCC, Room 210–211 



If Change Is So Good, Why Aren’t We Having Fun? Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 136 

Legal Q & A Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 221–222 

Adult Programs with High Impact Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 136 

Saving Money through the Direct Consortium Borrowing Model Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 201 

Survivor: Library Island (a.k.a. Dealing with Difficult People and People in Difficult Situations) Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 209 

Empowering Your Library Staff through the 3 Ts: Training, Teamwork, and Trustees Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Friendraising before Fundraising Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 220 

Brainstorming Library Funding Solutions Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 134 

Privacy, Patrons’ Rights, and Policies Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 135 


Leadership for New Managers Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 201 

Customer Service vs. “The Rules” Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 209 

Win Your Referendum the Doobie Brothers Way…Takin’ It to the Streets! Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Creating a Fund Development Office Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 134 

Growing Your Own Reference Staff: Partnering to Survive Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 136 

Library Professional Education: Making the Grade Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 221 


Outreach: School and Public Library Cooperation Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 212–213 


Program Tracks 

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Marketing 


Branding Your Library Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

Library CEN (Not Sin) in Southern Illinois Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

Displays — What We Can Learn from Museums, Theater, Retail, and the Container Store Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 220 

Displays — What We Can Learn from Museums, Theater, Retail, and the Container Store Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 220 


Professional Development 

Using LibraryU for Staff Development Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 209 

If Change Is So Good, Why Aren’t We Having Fun? Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 136 

Maximize your Memory Power Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 220 

Professional Development in a Consortium Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 136 

The Role of Subject Specialists in Academic Libraries: What They Do and How Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 221 

Reference 

Creating an Information Literacy Plan Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 209 

Beyond the Statistical Abstract Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Government Information Online 101 Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 134 

Jump Start: RA Basic Training for Library Staff Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 209 

Growing Your Own Reference Staff: Partnering to Survive Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 136 


Recent Economic Census Information Online Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 209 

Virtual Reference in the Fast Lane Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 222 

Technology and Technical Services 

Make Your Own Mark with an OpenURL Link Resolver Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 134 

Tips & Techniques: How to Teach a “High Touch” Information Literacy Course Online Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 136 



Techie & Librarian Web Site Dialogue Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 135 

Saving Money through The Direct Consortium Borrowing Model Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 201 

Technology Trends in Libraries Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

OPAL: Online Programming for All Libraries Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Empowering Library Staff to Meet the Technology Needs of Spanish-Speakers Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

ILLINET OCLC Network Feedback Session Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 135 

AV Made EZ! Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 201 

Library Binding Workshop Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 209 


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Program Tracks

Trustees 


Using LibraryU for Staff Development Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 209 


Michael Gorman Speaks: Perspective of the ALA President Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 220 



Legal Q & A Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 221–222 

Empowering Your Library Staff through the 3 Ts: Training, Teamwork, and Trustees Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

The Ten-Step Program for Advocacy Success Thursday, October 13, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 221–222 

The Future is So Bright, We Have to Wear Shades Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 134 

Friendraising before Fundraising Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 220 

Brainstorming Library Funding Solutions Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 134 

Privacy, Patrons’ Rights, and Policies Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 135 


Win Your Referendum the Doobie Brothers Way…Takin’ It to the Streets! Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 212–213 





Youth Services 

Every Child Gets Ahead Wednesday, October 12, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 220 

Green Eggs and Agriculture Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 134 

YA Service: the 4 Es of Success Wednesday, October 12, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 135 

Presenting Infant Story Times Wednesday, October 12, 3:30 – 5:00 P.M. PCC, Room 209 

IREAD Brainstorming 2007 Thursday, October 13, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 221–222 

Extravaganza of Books Thursday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 P.M. PCC, Room 220 

Blast Off with: Explore! Fun with Science Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

Power up Your Reading Incentives: New Ideas for Motivating Readers Friday, October 14, 9:00 – 10:30 A.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Recipes for Success Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 210–211 

Outreach: School and Public Library Cooperation Friday, October 14, 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PCC, Room 212–213 

Program Tracks 

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE (BY DATE) 

PCC=Peoria Civic Center 

HPM=Hotel Pére Marquette 

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11 

9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. Get Numbers? Got Numbers? Now What? PCC, Room 136 

9:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Leading During a Crisis: Somebody Has To Do It! PCC, Room 135 

Transformations… with Limited Funds! PCC, Room 134 

12:30 – 1:30 P.M. Preconference Lunch Break PCC, Room 220 

1:30 – 5:00 P.M. Dramatic Flair for Youth PCC, Room 134 

Marketing Your Library: Make It Simple PCC, Room 135 

5:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M. Public Library Forum Hospitality Suite, HPM 1204


8:00 – 9:30 A.M. Speak Truth to Power: the Real Deal on Diversity in Libraries HPM, Cheminee Room 

9:00 – 10:30 A.M. Reference Services Forum Meeting PCC, Room 218 

Make Your Own Mark with an OpenURL Link Resolver PCC, Room 134 

Lighting Strategies for Contemporary Libraries PCC, Room 135 

Tips & Techniques: How to Teach a “High Touch”Information Literacy Course Online PCC, Room 136 

Using LibraryU for Staff Development PCC, Room 209 

Not Your Grandma’s Library Any More PCC, Room 210–211 

One Book, One Community: Many Ideas PCC, Room 212–213 

Every Child Gets Ahead PCC, Room 220 

11:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Opening General Session PCC, Room 221–222 

12:30 – 2:00 P.M. Opening General Session Lunch Break HPM, Marquette Ballroom 

Public Library Forum Luncheon and Business Meeting 

HPM, Cheminee Room 

Reference Services Forum Luncheon 

New Members Reception 

HPM, LaSalle Room 

HPM, Peoria/Illinois/Lincoln Rooms 

12:45 – 2:00 P.M. ILSDO Presidents Luncheon HPM, Blackhawk Room 

2:00 – 3:00 P.M. Green Eggs and Agriculture PCC, Room 134 

YA Service: the 4 Es of Success PCC, Room 135 

Electronic Intellectual Freedom PCC, Room 136 

Creating an Information Literacy Plan PCC, Room 209 

Branding Your Library PCC, Room 210–211 

Not Just Another Book Club PCC, Room 212–213 

Michael Gorman Speaks: Perspective of the ALA President PCC, Room 220 

Renovations? New Construction? Green Design: More for Less PCC, Room 221–222 

3:30 – 5:00 P.M. Basic Training: Confidentiality PCC, Room 134 

Techie & Librarian Web Site Dialogue PCC, Room 135 

If Change Is So Good, Why Aren’t We Having Fun? PCC, Room 136 

Presenting Infant Story Times PCC, Room 209 

Library CEN (Not Sin) in Southern Illinois PCC, Room 210–211 

Beyond the Statistical Abstract PCC, Room 212–213 

Displays — What We Can Learn from Museums, Theater, Retail, and the Container Store PCC, Room 220 

Legal Q & A PCC, Room 221–222 

6:30 – 8:30 P.M. ILSDO Fortieth Anniversary Celebration HPM, Marquette Ballroom 

Program at a Glance (by Date) 

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8:00 – 9:00 A.M. Library Trustee Continental Breakfast HPM, Cheminee Room 

Librarians for Social Responsibility Forum Meeting PCC, Room 202 

Resources and Technical Services Forum Meeting PCC, Room 203 

Reaching Forward Forum Meeting PCC, Room 218 

8:00 – 10:00 A.M. Illinois State University Alumni Reception HPM, Peoria/Illinois/Lincoln Rooms 

University of Illinois GSLIS Alumni Breakfast 


8:30 – 10:00 A.M. Youth Services Breakfast HPM, Marquette Ballroom 

9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Exhibits Open 

9:00 – 10:30 A.M. ILA 2006 Nominating Committee Meeting PCC, Room 218 

Government Information Online 101 PCC, Room 134 

10:30 – 11:30 A.M. Exhibits Coffee Break 

Mergers and Acquisitions in Publishing: What Do They Mean for Libraries? PCC, Room 135 

Adult Programs with High Impact PCC, Room 136 

Saving Money through The Direct Consortium Borrowing Model PCC, Room 201 

Survivor: Library Island (a.k.a. Dealing with Difficult People and People in Difficult Situations) PCC, Room 209 

Technology Trends in Libraries PCC, Room 210–211 

Empowering Your Library Staff through the 3 Ts: Training, Teamwork, and Trustees PCC, Room 212–213 

Displays — What We Can Learn from Museums, Theater, Retail, and the Container Store PCC, Room 220 

The Ten-Step Program for Advocacy Success PCC, Room 221–222 

11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. GODORT Meeting PCC, Room 218 

The Future is So Bright, We Have to Wear Shades PCC, Room 134 

Saying “Good-Bye”to the Circ Desk PCC, Room 135 

How Free is Our Press? PCC, Room 136 

Jump Start: RA Basic Training for Library Staff PCC, Room 209 

Innovative Customer Service Practices in Libraries Around the World PCC, Room 210–211 

OPAL: Online Programming for All Libraries PCC, Room 212–213 

Friendraising before Fundraising PCC, Room 220 

IREAD Brainstorming 2007 PCC, Room 221–222 

Managing and Developing Your Digital Collection PCC, Room 201 

12:30 – 2:00 P.M. Trustee Luncheon HPM, Cheminee Room 

IACRL Luncheon 


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Program at a Glance (by Date)

2:00 – 3:00 P.M. Brainstorming Library Funding Solutions PCC, Room 134 

Privacy, Patrons’Rights, and Policies PCC, Room 135 

Fast Track Building Projects PCC, Room 136 

Leadership for New Managers PCC, Room 201 

Customer Service vs. “The Rules” PCC, Room 209 

Empowering Library Staff to Meet the Technology Needs of Spanish-Speakers PCC, Room 210–211 

Win Your Referendum the Doobie Brothers Way…Takin’It to the Streets! PCC, Room 212–213 

Extravaganza of Books PCC, Room 220 

2:30 – 3:30 P.M. IACRL Discussion Groups HPM, Peoria/Illinois/Lincoln Rooms 

3:30 – 4:00 P.M. Exhibits No-Conflict Cookie Break Exhibit Hall 

3:30 – 4:00 P.M. Awards Reception PCC, Room 200 

4:00 – 4:45 P.M. Awards Presentation PCC, Room 221–222 

4:45 – 5:30 P.M. Membership Meeting PCC, Room 221–222 

7:00 – 9:00 P.M. President’s Program: Spirit of Peoria Cruise

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 

8:00 – 10:00 A.M. Past Presidents’Breakfast HPM, Peoria/Illinois/Lincoln Rooms 

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee School of Information Studies Brunch Reception HPM, LaSalle Room 

Dominican University GSLIS Alumni Reception 

HPM, Cheminee Room 

9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Exhibits Open 

Special Collections Librarians Meeting PCC, Room 218 

9:00 – 10:30 A.M. Creating a Fund Development Office PCC, Room 134 

ILLINET OCLC Network Feedback Session PCC, Room 135 

10:30 – 11:30 A.M. Exhibits Coffee Break 

Growing Your Own Reference Staff: Partnering to Survive PCC, Room 136 

AV Made EZ! PCC, Room 201 

Library Binding Workshop PCC, Room 209 

Blast Off with: Explore! Fun with Science PCC, Room 210–211 

Power up Your Reading Incentives: New Ideas for Motivating Readers PCC, Room 212–213 

Maximize your Memory Power PCC, Room 220 

Library Professional Education: Making the Grade PCC, Room 221 

Serving Ethnic Populations — Planning Programs and Building Collections PCC, Room 222 

11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Is Your Facility Ready for the Latest Technology Trends? PCC, Room 134 

Developing a Recorded Music Collection PCC, Room 135 

Professional Development in a Consortium PCC, Room 136 

Recent Economic Census Information Online PCC, Room 209 

Recipes for Success PCC, Room 210–211 

Outreach: School and Public Library Cooperation PCC, Room 212–213 

Tips and Techniques on How to Get Your Building Referendum Passed PCC, Room 220 

The Role of Subject Specialists in Academic Libraries: What They Do and How PCC, Room 221 

Virtual Reference in the Fast Lane PCC, Room 222 

1:00 – 2:30 P.M. Illinois Authors’Luncheon HPM, Marquette Ballroom 

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Program at a Glance (by Date)

2005 ILA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 

OPENING GENERAL SESSION 


11:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. 


Highsmith Innovation Award 

Evergreen Park Public Library 

Award presented by Bev Obert and Margaret Sullivan, Highsmith, Inc. 

Intellectual Freedom Award 

Dan Yahne, Harrisburg Middle School 

Award presented by Rose M. Chenoweth, chair of the Intellectual Freedom Committee, 

and Rob Zimmers and Don Stout, Quality Books. 

Introductions: Dianne C. Harmon, ILA President 

Keynote Address: Stephen Abram, SIRSIDynix Corporation 

Closing Remarks: Dianne C. Harmon, ILA President 

2005 ILA AWARDS CEREMONY 


4:00 – 4:45 P.M. 


Welcome 

Dianne C. Harmon, ILA President 

Librarian of the Year Award 

James B. Casey, Oak Lawn Public Library 

Award presented by H. Neil Kelley and Linda Jourdan, C. Berger Group, Inc. 

Oberman and Rich Award 

Tamela James, Sue Altmann, Jan Colwell, and Jose Negrete 

Awards were presented at the 2005 Reaching Forward Conference in Rosemont, Ill. 

on April 15, 2005. 

Jane O’Brien Award 

Bev Cruse, Eastern Illinois University 

Award presented by Tobi Oberman, Reaching Forward: Forum for Library Support Staff, 

co-manager. 

Reference Services Award 

Oak Park Public Library, Information Services Department and IllinoisClicks! 

Award presented by Michelle Y. Roubal, Reference Services Forum manager, and Sharon Daniels, 

ProQuest at the Reference Services Forum luncheon on Wednesday, October 12. 

Remarks 

Jesse White, Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian 

Introduction of Awards 

Lori Bell, ILA Awards Committee Chair 

Trustee Citation 

Janet Kelenson, Oak Park Public Library 

Award was presented by ILA President Dianne Harmon, Lila Marek, Library Trustee Forum 

manager, and Forrest Wendt, WCT Architects, Inc., at the Oak Park Public Library Board meeting 

on September 20. 

Hugh C. Atkinson Memorial/DEMCO Award 

Jay Starratt and the Illinois State Library Automation and Technology Department 

Award presented by Lori Bell and John Ison, DEMCO, Inc. 

Sylvia Murphy Williams Award 

Maria Magdalena Cortez-Tafolla, Dominican University, Graduate School of Library and 

Information Science; Nancy Suzanne Gistover and Corinne Ruth Hatcher, University of Illinois 

Urbana-Champaign; Graduate School of Library and Information Science 

Davis Cup Award 

Karen Egan, Illinois State Library 

Award presented by Vincent G. Sovanski, Youth Services Forum manager, and Kathy Nief, 

Scholastic Publishing, at the Youth Services Forum breakfast on Thursday, October 13. 

Robert P. Doyle Award 

Elsie Martinez, Zion-Benton Library. 

Award was presented at the 2005 Reaching Forward Conference in Rosemont, Ill. 

on April 15, 2005. 

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Opening General Session/Awards Ceremony

MEMBERSHIP MEETING 


4:45 – 5:30 P.M. 


Call to Order 


Establishment of Quorum 


(150 personal members present) 

Adoption of the Agenda 


President’s Report 


Public Policy Committee Report 

Marilyn Boria 

Treasurer’s Report 

Charm Ruhnke 

New Business 


2006 ILA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 

Mark your calendar. 

October 3-6 

Chicago, Illinois 

The 2006 ILA Annual Conference Program Committee has held 

its first meeting. The Co-Chairs are Emily Guss (University of 

Illinois at Chicago,Library of the Health Sciences, 1750 W. Polk St., 

Chicago, IL 60612; phone: (312) 996-8970; fax: (312) 996-1899; 

email: eguss@uic.edu) and Amanda Standerfer (Helen Matthes 

Library, 100 E. Market, Effingham, IL 62401-3499; 

phone: (217) 342-2464; fax: (217) 342-2413; 

email: amandas@effinghamlibrary.org). 

The exhibit floor plans are drawn and exhibit space is being sold. 

Program proposal forms are available on the ILA Web site at 

http://www.ila.org/ events/proposal.htm. Proposals are due 

by January 9, 2006. 

The 2006 conference will be held October 3-6 at Navy Pier. 

The conference hotel is Chicago City Centre Hotel, A Holiday Inn, 

300 E. Ohio St., Chicago, IL 60611; phone: (312) 787-6100; 

fax: (312) 787-6259; single/double rate $149. Be sure to 

mention ILA when making your reservations. 

Membership Meeting 

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2006 ILA PUBLIC POLICY INITIATIVES 

Introduction 

Illinois libraries offer a great return on investment to the taxpayers they serve. They link people to 

information, act as a focal point of the communities they represent—city, school, university, or 

corporation—and level the playing field by making resources equally available to all members 

of their constituency. As Illinois residents have become more diverse, libraries have developed 

collections and services to meet the unique and varying needs of these distinct populations. 

Public and school libraries receive per capita grants from the state. In the case of school libraries 

and some public libraries, this is an important source of funding for materials. The Per Capita 

amount was maintained in FY05. 

One way libraries can provide a healthy return on investment is by having skilled and 

knowledgeable librarians to answer questions, organize information, and guide customers 

through the maze of available data. In order to keep and attract highly skilled staff, libraries 

need to offer compensation packages that compete favorably with private industry 

and government. 

Technology, in general, and the Internet, in particular, are not replacing libraries. In fact, libraries 

are often the access point to the World Wide Web for many Illinois residents. As with commercial 

enterprises, technology requires skilled staff to maintain the equipment. The three-to-five year 

replacement span for maintaining updated hardware likewise imposes a significant cost 

upon libraries. 

Regional library systems provide services to help individual libraries serve the citizens of Illinois. 

They keep member library staff informed of new developments and society-wide shifts affecting 

their communities. Library systems keep member staff skills current and deliver materials now 

shared around the state in a timely manner. Library systems are solely funded by area and per 

capita grants, which were cut by 12 percent in FY04 after not being increased since 1992. 

The Illinois State Library provides guidance and grants to libraries in academic, school, public, and 

other settings. It negotiates contracts that provide electronic databases to all Illinois residents and 

serves as a resource for all libraries in the state. 

Library Funding 

The Illinois Library Association will work with a broad coalition of library advocates to maintain, 

restore and improve funding for libraries. The association will: 

• Work to maintain existing funding levels while exploring alternative library funding. 

• Endeavor to maintain the funding level for public and school library per capita grants. 

• Support restoration of funds to regional library systems. 

• Develop legislative proposals to reverse some of the harmful effects of the tax cap limitation act. 

• Work to restore purchasing power and streamline management of collections and resources 

at state-funded libraries. 

• Work with the Illinois School Library Media Association to strengthen the criteria for school 

library media centers through changes to the Illinois School Code. 

Intellectual Freedom 

The Illinois Library Association is committed to protecting intellectual freedom and providing 

open access to information for all Illinois residents. The association will: 

• Continue to oppose legislation mandating the use of Internet filters in libraries, and 

• Support this as a local decision and encourage governing boards of schools and libraries to 

develop an Acceptable Use Policy with input from their community. 

Privacy 

The Illinois Library Association is committed to protecting patron confidentiality while providing 

open access to information for all Illinois residents. The association will: 

• Continue to oppose legislation which erodes the privacy of library users. 

• Reaffirm the April 2003 resolution regarding the USA PATRIOT Act. 

Universal Library Service 

The Illinois Library Association believes public library service should be a right and a responsibility 

of every Illinois resident. The association will: 

• Oppose legislation that would erode public library service areas. 

• Work to extend public library service to the 9 percent of Illinois residents currently unserved. 

48 Public Policy Initiatives

ILA FISCAL REPORT YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2005 

Income 

General Operations $50,888 

Membership $295,739 

Directory/Reporter $19,391 

Conference $334,999 

Publications $30,361 

IREAD $151,837 

Public Policy $6,100 

Legal Defense Fund $2,765 

Awards $425 

Workshops/Projects $9,614 

LTSA Grant $12,167 

Restricted Contributions $4,239 

Reaching Forward $91,605 

Total Income $1,010,130 

Expenses (before allocation of staff salaries, taxes, and benefits to functional areas) 

Unrestricted Assets 

Income/Expenses $5,744 

Net Assets at end of FY2004 $290,464 

Net Assets at end of FY2005 $296,208 

Net Assets are Comprised of: 

Unrestricted Assets $257,561 

Temporarily Restricted Assets $30,950 

• Atkinson Memorial Award $3,571 

• Student Librarian Scholarship $10,979 

• deLafayette Reid Fund for Continuing Education $4,283 

• Robert R. McClarren Award Fund for Legislative Development $1,278 

• Sylvia Murphy Williams Fund $10,284 

• Legal Defense Fund $555 

Permanently Restricted Assets $7,697 

Total Net Assets at End of Year $296,208 

General Operations $360,616 

Membership/Directory/Reporter $75,119 

Conference $240,514 

Board/Committee $5,307 

Publications $9,579 

IREAD $130,401 

Public Policy $59,256 

Legal Defense Fund $3,875 

Awards $1,545 

Workshops/Projects $8,622 

Professional Development $832 

Forums $491 

LSTA Grant $13,712 

Reaching Forward $94,517 

Total Expenses $1,004,386 

BE A MOVER AND SHAKER OF ILA: NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR ILA ELECTIONS 

It is time to seek candidates for the ILA Executive Board and Vice-President/President Elect. On July 1, 2006, five members of the current ILA board will complete their term of office: Kathleen 

Conley, Annie Marie Ford, Allen Lanham, Nestor Osorio, and Ellen C. Popit. In addition, ILA representative to ALA Council, Lynn Stainbrook, will complete her term. 

The ILA Nominating Committee members — Richard A. Chartrand, Ruth E. Faklis, James R. Johnston, Matthew C. Kubiak, Allen Lanham, Beverly J. Obert, and Chadwick T. Raymond — invite you 

to submit names for slate consideration. Please include name, telephone number, and the institution they represent. After the committee executes the selection process in accordance with ILA’s 

bylaws, they will contact the individuals to confirm their willingness to serve. Their names will then be placed on the spring 2006 ballot. 

Each candidate must be a personal member of ILA. Please submit all nominations by December 1 to Allen Lanham, Eastern Illinois University, Booth Library, 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920; 

phone: (217) 581-6061; fax: (217) 581-7534; e-mail: cfakl@eiu.edu. 

Fiscal Report 

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HOTEL PÈRE MARQUETTE 501 Main Street Peoria, IL 61602 (309) 637-6500 

50 Hotel Père Marquette

PEORIA CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX 

FIRST FLOOR 

Exhibit Hall C 

Exhibit Hall B 

136 

135 

134 

Exhibit Hall A 

Peoria Civic Center 

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PEORIA CIVIC CENTER MEETING ROOMS 200–218 

SECOND FLOOR 

52 Peoria Civic Center

PEORIA CIVIC CENTER MEETING ROOMS 220–222 

SECOND FLOOR 

Peoria Civic Center 

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PEORIA CIVIC CENTER HALL C 

54 Exhibit Floor Plan

EXHIBITORS (ALPHABETICAL ORDER) 

421 

Agati, Inc. 

1219 W. Lake St. 

Chicago, IL 60607 

Phone: 312-829-1977 

e-mail: karina@agati.com 

URL: www.agati.com 

Library Furniture. 

320 

ALLDATA 

9512 Big Horn Blvd. 

Elk Grove, CA 95758 

Phone: 916-478-3031 

Toll Free: 800-829-8727 

Fax: 916-478-3476 

e-mail: cherry@alldata.com 

URL: www.alldata.com 

Libraries choose ALLDATA® Online to save space, time and money in 

fulfilling a top reference request: automotive information. Eliminate 

the need for repair manuals and provide patrons with factory-correct 

diagnostic and repair information with ALLDATA. 

122 

Alliance Library Systems 

600 High Point Ln. 

East Peoria, IL 61611 

Phone: 309-694-9200 

Toll Free: 800-700-4857 

Fax: 309-694-9230 

e-mail: salbrow@alliancelibrarysystem.com 

Web: www.alliancelibrarysystem.com 

Alliance Library System's debut of www.librariesmatter.com’s new 

on-line campaign featuring their e-book entitled, “Why Libraries 

Matter — A Story Long Overdue.” 

501 

Annextec LLC 

1935 Brandon Ct. Ste. A-1 

Glendale Heights, IL 60139 

Phone: 630-980-0921 

Fax: 630-980-0946 

e-mail: sales@annextec.com 

Web: www.annextec.com 

Self check-out units. 

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ASI-MODULEX 

4147 N. Ravenswood Ave. 


Phone: 773-871-0100 

Fax: 773-871-0382 

e-mail: kit.nicholson@asimodulex.com 

Web: www.asimodulex.com 

ASI-MODULEX provides modular signage solutions which can 

accommodate the rapidly changing inventory of a modern library. 

526 

AWE 

1100 E. Hector St.- Ste. 323 

Conshohocken, PA 19428 

Phone: 610-940-5886 

Fax: 610-940-5888 

e-mail: jeremenkod@awe-net.com 

URL: www.awe-libraries.com 

AWE provides professional services, technology solutions and products 

just for libraries. Products include the Early Literacy Station, the Library 

Information Station and NetCare (Network Monitoring). 

311 

Baker & Taylor, Inc. 

2550 W. Tyvola Rd.- Ste. 300 

Charlotte, NC 28217 

Phone: 704-998-3100 

Toll Free: 800-775-7930 

Fax: 704-998-3316 

e-mail: btinfo@btol.com 

URL: www.btol.com 

Baker & Taylor, based in Charlotte, N.C., is a global information and 

entertainment services company that offers books, videos, music and 

related services to libraries, educational institutions, and retailers. 

106 

Barcode Discount 

218 S. Wabash Ave. 


Toll Free: 800-485-3730 

Fax: 800-532-7004 

e-mail: librarysales@barcodediscount.com 

Web: www.barcodediscount.com 

Our exhibit will feature barcoding equipment, labels & suppliers 

including scanners, software & label printers. Select barcode product 

demonstrations. 

103 

BBC Audiobooks America 

P.O. Box 1450 

Hampton, NH 03843 

Phone: 603-926-8744 

Toll Free: 800-621-0182 

Fax: 603-929-3890 

e-mail: rhonda.titus@bbcaudiobooksamerica.com 

Leading publisher/distributor of unabridged audio books for both 

adults and children. BBC Video/DVD Collections and American and 

British radio collections. Adult fiction hardcover and children’s large 

print softcover books. Read-along audio/print packages. 

612 

Belfor USA 

650C Anthony Trail 

Northbrook, IL 60062 

Phone: 847-205-0580 

Toll Free: 800-421-4109 

Fax: 847-205-0582 

URL: www.belfor.com 

Booth with informational handouts. 

414 

Better Containers Mfg. Co. 

530 Hyde Park Ave. 

Hillside, IL 60162 

Phone: 708-547-7272 

Toll Free: 800-831-6049 

Fax: 708-547-7106 

e-mail: team@bettercontainers.com 

URL: www.bettercontainers.com 

514 

Blackstone Audiobooks 

P.O. Box 969 

Ashland, OR 97520 

Phone: 514-482-9239 

Toll Free: 800-729-2665 

Fax: 800-482-9294 

e-mail: cheryl@blackstoneaudio.com 

URL: www.blackstoneaudio.com 

Over 2700 unabridged recordings of great books, including Blackstone 

Exclusives best sellers, simultaneous releases in cassette, CD & MP3 

formats. Attractive flexible discount plans. Replacements available. 

100% satisfaction guaranteed. 

Exhibitors (Alphabetical Order) 

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Blackwell’s Book Services 

6024 Jean Rd. Bldg. G 

Lake Oswego, OR 97035 

Phone: 503-684-1140 

Toll Free: 887-270-4362 

Fax: 503-639-2481 

URL: www.blackwell.com 

502 

The Book Farm 

215 E. Main St. 

Blanchester, OH 45107 

Phone: 937-783-8093 

Fax: 937-783-8254 

425 

Books on Tape / Listening Library 

400 Hahn Rd. 

Westminster, MD 21157 

Phone: 800-733-3000 

Fax: 800-659-2436 

e-mail: botcs@randomhouse.com 

URL: www.library.booksontape.com 

Unabridged audio books (adult and children’s); Random House 

Large Print Books; Living Language. 

217 

Bound To Stay Bound Books 

1880 W. Morton 

Jacksonville, IL 62650 

Phone: 217-245-5191 

Toll Free: 800-637-6586 

Fax: 800-747-2872 

e-mail: btsb@btsb.com 

URL: www.btsb.com 

Prebound Juvenile Library books with full processing and automation 

support available. 

509 

Bowker 

630 Central Ave. 

New Providence, NJ 07974 

Phone: 908-286-1090 

Toll Free: 888-BOWKER2 

Fax: 908-219-0193 

e-mail: orderinfo@bowker.com 

URL: www.bowkersupport.com 

Online reference products and services. 

220 

Bradford Systems Corporation 

8700 Waukegan Rd.- Ste. 212 

Morton Grove, IL 60053-2104 

Phone: 847-965-5070 

Toll Free: 800-696-3453 

Fax: 847-965-5247 

e-mail: bsc@bradfordsystems.com 

URL: www.bradfordsystems.com 

Spacesaver heavy duty high density mobile filing and storage systems. 

416 

Bretford 

11000 Seymour Ave. 

Franklin Park, IL 60131 

Phone: 847-678-2545 

Toll Free: 800-521-9614 

Fax: 847-678-0852 

e-mail: lhill@bretford.com 

URL: www.bretford.com 

Bretford offers schools a variety of solutions for interactive and 

innovative Media Centers. Legacy Library Environments is a dynamic 

system of tables, chairs, carrels and shelving to support today’s 

multi-media Library. 

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Brodart Co. 

500 Arch St. 

Williamsport, PA 17701 

Phone: 570-326-2461 

Toll Free: 800-233-8467 

Fax: 800-999-6799 

URL: www.brodart.com 

Brodart is the premier supplier of shelf-ready cataloged and 

processed material for both public and school libraries. 

622 

Buckstaff Company 

1127 S. Main St. 

Oshkosh, WI 54902 

Phone: 920-235-5890 

Toll Free: 800-755-5890 

Fax: 920-235-2018 

e-mail: lmw@buckstaff.com 

URL: www.buckstaff.com 

Wood library furniture. 

307 

Burnidge Cassell Associates 

2425 Royal Blvd. 

Elgin, IL 60123 

Phone: 847-695-5840 

Fax: 847-695-6579 

e-mail: d.fortune@bca-arch.com 

504 

BWI, Book Wholesalers, Inc. 

1847 Mercer Rd. 

Lexington, KY 40511 

Toll Free: 800-888-4478 

Fax: 800-888-6319 

e-mail: kmckeon@bwibooks.com 

URL: www.bwibooks.com 

215 

Central Technology, Inc. 

614 Casey Ct. 

Danville, IN 46122 

Phone: 317-745-5255 

Fax: 317-707-5034 

e-mail: sales@cen-tec.com 

URL: www.cen-tec.com 

Self-checkout kiosk. 

210 

Checkpoint Systems 

101 Wolf Dr. 

Thorofare, NJ 08086 

Toll Free: 800-257-5540 

Fax: 856-251-9468 

e-mail: steve.kraus@checkpt.com 

URL: www.checkpointsystems.com 

The intelligent RFID Library System, magnetic strip systems, RF 

Systems, CD/DVD Security, Patson self-checkout stations. 

423 

Chelsea House Publishers 

P.O. Box 66 

Clarendon Hills, IL 60514 

Phone: 630-789-1149 

Fax: 630-789-1599 

e-mail: hag1985@aol.com 

Adult/Children Reference Books; Adult/Children Audio; Adult/Large 

Print Books; Adult/Children Circulation Non Fiction. 

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Exhibitors (Alphabetical Order)

415 

Cordogan Clark & Associates 

960 Ridgeway Ave. 

Aurora, IL 60506 

Phone: 630-896-4678 

Fax: 630-896-4987 

e-mail: rmont@cordoganclark.com 

URL: www.cordoganclark.com 

Facility Design and Services. 

102 

Davidson Titles, Inc. 

2345 Dr. F. E. Wright Dr. 

Jackson, TN 38305 

Phone: 731-988-5333 

Toll Free: 800-433-3903 

Fax: 731-988-5080 

e-mail: clayalbe@gte.net 

URL: www.davidsontitles.com 

DTI will display library books and videos. 

201 

DEMCO, Inc. 

P.O. Box 7488 

Madison, WI 53707 

Toll Free: 800-356-1200 

Fax: 800-245-1329 

e-mail: info@demco.com 

URL: www.demco.com 

DEMCO has been serving schools and librarians for over 100 years! Our 

staff strives to provide the best products and services you need to do 

your job! Visit us in booth 201 and find about our great fall specials. 

201 

DEMCO Library Interiors 

P.O. Box 8548 

Madison, WI 53708 

Toll Free: 800-747-7561 

Fax: 800-747-7644 

URL: www.demcointeriors.com 

DEMCO Library Interiors helps librarians create inspiring environments 

by combining design services with the most comprehensive choices 

in library furniture. Our services include design, layout, project 

management and full installation. 

602 

Eaglemont Press 

3991 Shannon Green Dr. 

Canal Winchester, OH 43110 

Phone: 614-361-6287 

Toll Free: 877-590-9744 

e-mail: travlerk@sbcglobal.net 

URL: www.adventuresofriley.com 

Eaglemont Press is a dynamic publishing house that produces 

stunning photographic essays and engaging children’s adventure 

books that focus on topics related to the preservation of wildlife, 

habitats and cultures world-wide. 

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EBSCO Information Services 

1140 Silver Lake Rd. 

Cary, IL 60013 

Phone: 847-639-2899 

Fax: 847-639-7514 

e-mail: jhamilton@chicago.ebsco.com 

URL: www.ebsco.com 

Subscriptions, database, e-journals, electronic services management. 

327 

Ehlers & Associates, Inc. 

550 Warrenville Rd.- Ste. 220 

Lisle, IL 60532 

Phone: 630-271-3331 

Fax: 630-271-3369 

e-mail: slarson@ehlers-inc.com 

URL: www.ehlers-inc.com 

Financial planning, referendum assistance, sale and issuance of 

library building bonds. 

522 

Embury LTD. 

809 Burton Blvd. - Unit E 

De Forest, WI 53532 

Phone: 608-846-0999 

Toll Free: 800-236-5636 

Fax: 608-846-0995 

e-mail: bdeming@emburyltd.com 

URL: www.emburyltd.com 

Library Furnishings - tables, chairs, shelving, circ desks. 

221 

Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. 

310 S. Michigan Ave. 


Phone: 312-349-7000 

Toll Free: 800-621-3900 

Fax: 312-347-7225 

e-mail: connie@eb.com 

URL: www.eb.com 

Encyclopaedia Britannica Online features FOUR encyclopedias: 

Encyclopaedia Britannica plus Britannica Student, Elementary, and 

Concise Encyclopedias. New products include Britannica Discovery 

Library, Compton’s 2005. Encyclopaedia Britannica 2005, and Original 

Sources Online. 

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Engberg Anderson Design Partnership 

611 N. Broadway - Ste. 517 

Milwaukee, WI 53202 

Phone: 414-944-9000 

Fax: 414-944-9100 

e-mail: christiem@eadp.com 

URL: www.eadp.com 

EADP is a full service architecture, planning and interior design firm, 

and has provided these services for over 60 libraries throughout the 

Midwest and nationwide. 

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Fortres Grand Corporation 

900 Lincolnway E. 

Plymouth, IN 46563 

Phone: 574-935-3868 

Toll Free: 800-331-0372 

Fax: 574-935-3869 

e-mail: mmagee@fortres.com 

URL: www.fortres.com 

Fortres 101 protects your computer files and configurations from 

inexperienced or malicious users. Clean Slate restores computers to 

their original configuration upon reboot. Cooler restricts almost any 

feature in most applications. 

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Frye Gillan Molinaro Architects, Ltd. 

308 W. Erie - Ste. 600 


Phone: 312-440-1584 

Fax: 312-440-9605 

e-mail: mikeh@fgmarch.com 

URL: www.fgmarch.com 


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Griffin, Kubik, Stephens & Thompson, Inc. 

300 Sears Tower/ 233 S. Wacker Dr. 


Phone: 312-441-2500 

Fax: 312-441-2667 

e-mail: srivers@gkst.com 

URL: www.gkst.com 

211 

H.W. Wilson 

950 University Ave. 

Bronx, NY 10452 

Phone: 718-588-8400 

Toll Free: 800-367-6770 

Fax: 718-590-1617 

e-mail: shozich@hwwilson.com 

URL: www.hwwilson.com 

For over 100 years H.W. Wilson has provided librarians with high 

quality reference works. We now provide the same quality with our 

indexed, Full Text and biography databases. 

214 

Hallett & Sons Expert Movers, Inc. 

7535 W. 59th St. 

Summit, IL 60501 

Phone: 708-458-8600 

Toll Free: 800-645-6683 

Fax: 708-458-7116 

e-mail: sales@hallettmovers.com 

URL: www.hallettmovers.com 

Hallett Movers is a full service mover specializing in library and 

institutional moving and storage. 

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Heil and Heil Insurance Agency, Inc. 

1515 Chicago Ave. 

Evanston, IL 60201 

Phone: 847-733-2400 

Fax: 847-864-6901 

e-mail: gblaszak@heilandheil.com 

Web: www.heilandheil.com 

Overview of our services and the Utica National Insurance 

Library Program. 

123 

Honeywell International 

1500 W. Dundee Rd. 

Arlington Heights, IL 60004 

Phone: 847-797-4958 

Fax: 847-797-3953 

e-mail: kevincunningham@honeywell.com 

URL: www.honeywell.com 

613 

Illinois Issues 

One University Plaza 

Springfield, IL 62703 

Phone: 217-206-6084 

Fax: 217-206-7257 

e-mail: lambert@uis.edu 

URL: http://illinoisissues.uis.edu 

Illinois Issues Magazine and supplemental publications. 

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300 S. Second St. 


Phone: 217-782-2994 

Toll Free: 800-665-5576 

Fax: 217-782-6062 

e-mail: gmccormick@ilsos.net 

Web: www.cyberdrive.illinois.com 

Information about services provided by the Illinois State Library. 

615 

Indus International, Inc. 

340 S. Oak St. 

West Salem, WI 54669 

Phone: 608-786-0300 

Fax: 608-786-0786 

URL: www.indususa.com 

Microfilm Equipment, Book Scanners. 

208 

Ingram Library Services Inc. 

One Ingram Blvd. 

La Vergne, TN 37086 

Toll Free: 800-937-5300 

Fax: 615-213-5111 

e-mail: customer.requirements@ingrambook.com 

URL: www.ingramlibrary.com 

Largest book wholesaler in America. 

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Innovative Interfaces, Inc. 

5850 Shellmound Way 

Emeryville, CA 94608 

Phone: 510-655-6200 

Fax: 510-450-6350 

e-mail: amason@iii.com 

URL: www.iii.com 

Innovative Interfaces is the World’s leading provider of 

Web-powered, Java-based, integrated library systems. 

Innovative’s systems are installed in thousands of libraries 

in 42 countries worldwide. 

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Integrated Technology Group 

2851 Cole Ct. 

Norcross, GA 30071 

Phone: 770-446-1128 

Toll Free: 877-207-3127 

Fax: 877-207-3129 

e-mail: chris.harris@integratedtek.com 

URL: www.integratedtek.com 

RFID, Self-checkout, Automated Sorting, Bookmobile Software. 

322 

Interface Flooring Systems 

440 N. Wells St.- Ste. 200 


Phone: 312-822-9640 

Toll Free: 800-336-0225 

Fax: 312-822-7240 

e-mail: joe.foley@us.interfaceinc.com 

URL: www.interfaceflooring.com 

Interface Flooring Systems is the world’s leading manufacturer of 

modular, soft-surfaced floor covering. Interface has developed products 

specifically engineered to meet the unique demands required for the 

high traffic environments. 

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IREAD 

Illinois Library Association 

33 W. Grand Ave., Ste. 301 

Chicago, IL 60610-4360 

Phone: 312-644-1896 

Fax: 312-644-1899 

e-mail: ila@ila.org 

URL: www.ila.org 

The 2006 IREAD product line will be highlighted, with some items 

available for purchase. 

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ITC Systems 

800 Fee Fee Rd. 

St. Louis, MO 63043 

Phone: 314-872-7772 

Toll Free: 800-650-7772 

Fax: 314-872-3353 

e-mail: janet.exconde@itcsystems.com 

Web: www.itcsystems.com 

Integrated Library Systems, Library Cards, Magnetic Strip Cards. 

614 

K.R. Montgomery & Associates, Inc. 

1020 Jackson St. 

Anderson, IN 46016 

Phone: 765-649-8477 

Fax: 765-649-8484 

e-mail: susan@krmontgomery.com 

URL: www.krmontgomery.com 

Architectural and interior design. 

207 

Kluber, Skahan & Associates, Inc. 

901 N. Batavia Ave.- Ste. 301 

Batavia, IL 60510 

Phone: 630-406-1213 

Fax: 630-406-9472 

e-mail: vburd@kluberskahan.com 

URL: www.kluberskahan.com 

204 

Landmark Audiobooks, Inc. 

200 Skipjack Rd. 

Prince Fredrick, MD 20678 

Toll Free: 800-580-2989 

Fax: 410-535-4298 

e-mail: landmark@landmarkaudio.com 

URL: www.landmarkaudio.com 

Landmark Audiobooks distributes audiobooks from over fifty publishers, 

with economical lease and purchase options. Titles come 

shelf ready with durable packaging, professional artwork and free 

replacements. 

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Lerner Publishing Group 

1251 Washington Ave. N. 

Minneapolis, MN 55401 

Toll Free: 800-328-4929 

Fax: 800-332-1132 

URL: www.lernerbooks.com 

Books. 

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Libramation 

12527 – 129 St. 

Edmonton, AB T5S 1S7 

Canada 

Phone: 780-443-5822 

Toll Free: 888-809-0099 

Fax: 780-443-5998 

e-mail: info@libramation.com 

URL: www.libramation.com 

310 

The Library Corporation - TLC 

1 Research Park 

Inwood, WV 25428 

Toll Free: 800-325-7759 

Fax: 304-229-0295 

e-mail: cviands@tlcdelivers.com 

URL: www.tlcdelivers.com 

TLC has been the leader in new name sales for the past five years. 

Thousand of libraries choose TLC. 

301 

Library Furniture International, Inc. 

1851 Janke Dr. 


Phone: 847-564-9497 

Fax: 847-564-9337 

e-mail: scott@libraryfurniture-intl.com 

URL: www.libraryfurniture-intl.com 

The latest designs for furniture and shelving for all your 

furnishing needs. 

409 

The Library Store, Inc. 

112 E. South St. 

P.O. Box 964 

Tremont, IL 61568 

Phone: 309-925-5571 

Toll Free: 800-548-7204 

Fax: 309-925-5227 

e-mail: annk@thelibrarystore.com 

URL: www.thelibrarysotre.com 

For over 20 years, The Library Store, Inc. has been serving the needs of 

America’s libraries and schools. We offer over 15,000 items including 

book pockets, laminate, furniture and AV Equipment. Come visit our 

booth today! 

100 

Lighthouse Technologies & Management 

Solutions, Inc. 

418 W. Fifth Ave. 

Naperville, IL 60563 

Phone: 630-717-5454 

Fax: 630-717-0005 

e-mail: julie@ltmsi.com 

URL: www.ltmsi.com 

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Lohan Anderson 

401 N. Michigan Ave.- Ste. 500 


Phone: 312-988-7800 

Fax: 312-229-1232 

e-mail: fdanderson@lohananderson.com 

URL: www.lohanderson.com 

Photographs and slide show featuring the architectural design, interior 

design and planning of library buildings designed by our firm. 

500 

M.A. Mortenson Construction 

25 Northwest Point Blvd. - Ste. 100 

Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 

Phone: 847-981-8600 

Fax: 847-981-8667 

e-mail: tracy.mathieu@mortenson.com 

URL: www.mortenson.com 

General contracting services. 

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The Management Association of Illinois 

1400 Opus Pl. - Ste. 500 

Downers Grove, IL 60515 

Phone: 630-963-7600 

Toll Free: 800-448-4584 

Fax: 630-963-2800 

e-mail: kmenzer@hrsource.org 

URL: www.hrsource.org 

The Management Association of Illinois is a not-for-profit employers 

Association providing Human Resources support, training and 

consulting. Our 2005 Library Personnel Salary Survey is 

available today! 


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Marshall Cavendish / Bench Mark Books 

99 White Plains Rd. 

Tarrytown, NY 10591 

Phone: 914-332-8888 

Toll Free: 800-321-9881 

Fax: 914-332-1082 

URL: www.marshallcavendish.com 

Books. 

315 

Meilahn Manufacturing Company 

5900 W. 65th St. 


Phone: 773-581-5204 

Fax: 773-581-5404 

e-mail: mmfg1@aol.com 

212 

Missouri Library Network Corporation 

8045 Big Bend Blvd. - Ste. 202 


Phone: 314-918-7222 

Toll Free: 800-969-6562 

Fax: 314-918-7727 

e-mail: deb@mlnc.org 

URL: www.mlnc.org 

MLNC offers discounts on online reference databases from a variety 

of vendors and eBooks from netLibrary. 

601 

Mister Anderson’s Company 

573 N. Pine St. 

P.O. Box 758 

Burlington, WI 53105 

Phone: 262-767-0425 

Toll Free: 800-442-6555 

Fax: 262-767-0862 

e-mail: info@misterandersons.com 

URL: www.misterandersons.com 

313 

Munters Corporation 

2008 Bloomingdale Rd. 

Glendale Heights, IL 60139 

Phone: 800-686-8377 

Fax: 630-351-7365 

e-mail: msiegwald@munters.com 

URL: www.munters.us 

410 

My Chicago E-Search.biz 

1011 N. Main St. 

Marissa, IL 62257 

Phone: 618-295-2280 

Toll Free: 866-220-3146 

Fax: 618-295-3488 

e-mail: research@mye-search.biz 

URL: www.mychicagoe-search.biz 

223 

Nagle Hartray Danker Kagan McKay Penney Architects Ltd. 

30 W. Monroe - Ste.700 


Phone: 312-425-1000 

Fax: 312-425-1001 

e-mail: kbaker@nhdkmp.com 

URL: www.nhdkmp.com 

Architecture, Planning, Interior Design, and Referendum 

Support Services. 

422 

National Geographic Society Children’s Books 

1145 17th St. NW 

Washington, DC 20036 

Toll Free: 800-368-2728 

Fax: 800-429-5778 

URL: www.nationalgeographic.com 

Visit National Geographic Society Children’s Books for a look at our 

many award-winning titles from 2005, and see what’s new for 2006. 

604 

OCLC, Inc. 

6565 Frantz Rd. 

Dublin, OH 43017 

Phone: 614-764-6000 

Toll Free: 800-848-5878 

Fax: 614-761-6096 

e-mail: oclc@oclc.org 

URL: www.oclc.com 

eContent, preservation, archiving, group services, reference, 

cataloging, resource sharing. 

324 

Owner Services Group, Inc. 

1815 S. Meyers Rd.- Ste. 200 

Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 

Phone: 630-678-0808 

Toll Free: 800-443-8607 

Fax: 630-678-0858 

e-mail: frduran@ccsos.com 

URL: www.ccsos.com 

Provides Library Owners with capital-project management throughout 

the feasibility, planning, design, bidding and construction process, 

including FF&E and IT components. Involved with over 80 successful 

Illinois library projects; award-winning results. 

621 

PBS Video 

1834 Lincoln Park W. 


Phone: 312-664-8672 

Toll Free: 800-677-7067 

Fax: 312-664-0395 

e-mail: hjgarner@sbcglobal.net 

URL: http://shoppbs.org 

PBS Video is the audiovisual distribution arm of PBS and your local 

public TV station and is constantly working to bring the very best of 

PBS for use in the school classroom, business or library where our 

programs are used to teach and inform. 

225 

Phillips Magnification 

P.O. Box 438319 

Chicago, IL 60643-8319 

Phone: 773-881-8581 

Toll Free: 800-982-0226 

Fax: 773-881-4843 

e-mail: magnifiers@sbcglobal.net 

URL: www.philipsmagnification.com 

Magnifiers, CCTVs, Zoom Text, Reading Machines for the Blind, 

Guerilla Technology, Coil Magnifiers. 

513 

ProQuest 

300 N. Zeeb Rd. 

Ann Arbor, MI 48103 

Toll Free: 800-521-0600 

Fax: 734-975-6486 

e-mail: lisa.alent@il.proquest.com 

URL: www.il.proquest.com 

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516 

PSA Dewberry 

401 SW Water St.- Ste. 701 


Phone: 309-282-8000 

Fax: 309-282-8001 

e-mail: krider.l@psa-ae.com 

URL: www.psa-ae.com 

Display of accomplishments in library facilities as 

architects-engineers-planners. 

605 

Quality Books, Inc. 

1003 W. Pines Rd. 

Oregon, IL 61061 

Phone: 815-732-4450 

Toll Free: 800-323-4241 

Fax: 815-732-4499 

e-mail: lisa.wakenight@quality-books.com 

URL: www.quality-books.com 

508 

Rainbow Book Company 

500 E. Main St. 

Lake Zurich, IL 60047 

Toll Free: 800-255-0965 

Fax: 847-726-9935 

e-mail: sales@rainbowbookcompany.com 

URL: www.rainbowbookcompany.com 

Rainbow Book Company is a family owned distributor of fiction and 

nonfiction library books starting at the pre-k level through middle 

school. Rainbow Book Company features accelerated reader titles 

and the newest copyrights of all books maintained in our inventory. 

112 

Randal Spangler 

12411 Summit 

Kansas City, MO 64145 

Phone: 816-942-0332 

URL: www.randalspangler.com 

523 

Record Systems, Inc. 

2168 S. 9th St. 


Phone: 217-544-0747 

Fax: 217-544-0765 

e-mail: dderrick@mcleodusa.net 

URL: www.recordsystemsinc.com 

Microfilm Scanners, Reader Printers. 

200 

Recorded Books 

270 Skipjack Rd. 

Prince Frederick, MD 20678 

Phone: 410-535-5590 

Toll Free: 800-638-1304 

Fax: 410-535-5499 

e-mail: rjustice@recordedbooks.com 

URL: www.recordedbooks.com 

Unabridged and Abridged audiobooks for children and adults; Large 

print books; Read/ along Packs, Adult Literacy and ESL material; 

Foreign Language Material; General Interest College Courses on 

audio, Foreign/Independent film services. 

317 

ReferenceUSA/infoUSA 

5711 S. 86th Cir. 

Omaha, NE 68127 

Phone: 402-593-4678 

Toll Free: 800-808-1113 

Fax: 402-596-7688 

e-mail: library@infousa.com 

URL: www.infousa.com 

We offer databases of U.S. and Canadian businesses and residents, 

and U.S. health care providers. Great for finding sales leads, tracking 

down old friends, conducting market research and more! 

325 

RMC Imaging, Inc. 

780 Creek Bluff Ln. 

Rockford, IL 61114 

Phone: 815-885-4521 

Fax: 815-885-4521 

e-mail: rmc1imaging@sbcglobal.net 

ST-200 Digital Film Scanner Scan, PRINT, e-mail, Download Images 

from Film, Fiche & Opaque Micro cards. 

108 

Scholastic Library Publishing 

90 Old Sherman Turnpike 

Danbury, CT 06816 

Phone: 800-621-1115 

Fax: 866-783-4361 

e-mail: pubexhib@scholasticlibrary.com 

URL: www.scholastic.com/scholasticlibrary 

Scholastic Library Publishing includes Grolier, Children’s Press, 

Franklin Watts and Grolier Online. Children’s Press and Franklin Watts 

publish fiction and non-fiction books in all subject areas for schools 

and public libraries. Grolier is leading publisher of print and online 

reference products for students of all ages, including academic 

reference and Grolier Online. 

608 

Sente Rubel Bosman Lee, Architects 

1955 Raymond Dr. 

Northbrook, IL 60062-6730 

Phone: 847-272-9500 

Fax: 847-272-9510 

e-mail: carols@srblarchitects.com 

URL: www.srblarchitects.com 

321 

SirsiDynix 

101 Washington St. SE 

Huntsville, AL 35801-4827 

Phone: 256-704-7000 

Toll Free: 800-917-4774 

Fax: 256-704-7007 

e-mail: dawn@sirsi.com 

URL: www.sirsi.com 

Delivering information management technologies for libraries, 

SirsiDynix serves over 23,000 libraries worldwide. Solutions include 

integrated library management systems, user interface/portal 

solutions, analytical tools, digital media archive technology, and 

productivity solutions. 

620 

Sourcebooks, Inc. 

1935 Brookdale Rd.- Ste.139 


Phone: 630-961-3900 

Toll Free: 800-432-7444 

Fax: 630-961-2168 

e-mail: christina.payton@sourcebooks.com 

URL: www.sourcebooks.com 

Sourcebooks publishes a wide variety of books, including reference, 

fiction, self-help, parenting, health, college guides, and MediaFusion 

- books that integrate Audio to enhance the reading experience. 

616 

Spectrum Industries, Inc. 

1600 Johnson St., P.O. Box 400 

Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 

Phone: 715-723-6750 

Toll Free: 800-235-1262 

Fax: 800-335-0473 

e-mail: spectrum@spectrumfurniture.com 

URL: www.spectrumfurniture.com 

Computer/Technology Lab Furniture and Multi-Media Centers featuring 

Spectrum’s exclusive Cable-Guard Wire Management System. Flexible 

modules, durable, ergonomic design. Looks Great! Sold direct from 

manufacturing plant. 


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Stop Falling Productions 

PMB Box 159 

Ballwin, MO 63011 

Phone: 636-527-2107 

Toll Free: 800-362-9511 

Fax: 636-527-6220 

e-mail: info@stopfalling.com 

URL: www.stopfalling.com 

600 

Swets Information Services 

160 Ninth Ave. 

Runnemede, NJ 08078 

Phone: 856-312-2690 

Toll Free: 800-645-6595 

Fax: 856-312-2496 

e-mail: cfinken@us.swets.com 

URL: www.swets.com 

Swets Information Services is your premier partner for the 

acquisition, access and management of scholarly, business 

and professional information. We provide a single point of 

contact for all your subscription management needs. 

109 

Tandus US, Inc. 

444 N. Wells - # 405 

Chicago IL 60610 

Phone: 217-496-9090 

e-mail: jbryant@tandus.com 

511 

TechProLogic 

208 S. High Point Dr. - Ste. 101 

Romeoville, IL 60446 

Phone: 815-530-5558 

Fax: 815-407-0012 

e-mail: msims@techprologic.com 

Web: www.techprologic.com 

TPL offers technology consulting, repair, management and 

implementation services. Specialties include Local Area/Wide 

Area Networking, network security, wireless, content management, 

web development, web/streaming video hosting and more. 

Owned/operated by library technology experts. 

118 

TechBooks Information Publishing Group 

1930 SW 48th Ln. 

Cape Coral, FL 33914 

Phone: 239-549-2384 

Fax: 239-549-3168 

e-mail: iris.hanney@techbooks.com 

URL: www.techbooks.com 

TechBooks is a market leader in providing data conversion services 

to publishers, libraries, universities, corporations and professional 

associations. TechBooks offers a myriad of conversion services, 

including data, document, digital, and imaging. 

515 

Thomas Klise / Crimson Multimedia 

P.O. Box 317 

Waterford, CT 06385 

Phone: 860-536-4200 

Toll Free: 800-937-0092 

Fax: 860-536-5141 

e-mail: info@crimsoninc.com 

URL: www.crimsoninc.com 

Since 1966, Thomas Klise/Crimson Multimedia has been your 

one-stop multimedia shop. Our catalog of more than 2,000 

products, carefully selected for schools/libraries, features the 

CD-ROM and DVD titles you need. 

117 

Thomson Gale 

27500 Drake Rd. 

Farmington Hills, MI 48331 

Phone: 248-699-4253 

Toll Free: 800-877-GALE 

Fax: 248-699-8094 

e-mail: shannon.ostrowski@thomson.com 

URL: www.gale.com 

312 

3M Library Systems 

2150 Oak Court 


Phone: 630-561-5002 

Toll Free: 800-328-0067 

Fax: 630-357-5627 

e-mail: slmcnabb@mmm.com 

URL: www.3m.com/ibrary 

Security systems, selfchecks, RFID technology. 

401 

Today’s Business Solutions 

P.O. Box 672 

Lemont, IL 60439 

Phone: 708-478-7233 

Fax: 708-478-7260 

e-mail: lflavio@singlecard.com 

URL: www.singlecard.com 

Network print management, PC reservation, debit cards, 

ID cards, library cards, copier coin op, cashless payment systems, 

ID production systems. 

120 

Troxell Communications, Inc. 

500 E. Ogden Ave. 


Toll Free: 800-589-5939 

Fax: 800-578-8858 

e-mail: kevin.leblanc@trox.com 

URL: www.trox.com 

LCD Projectors, Document Cameras, Audio Equipment, Furniture. 

417 

Tutor.com 

40 Fulton St.- 8th Fl. 

New York, NY 10038 

Phone: 212-528-3101 

Toll Free: 888-888-6726 

Fax: 212-202-4324 

e-mail: contactsales@tutor.com 

URL: www.tutor.com 

Tutor.com integrated reference services have one goal in mind: to 

connect your patrons to an expert. Come see how our software and 

staffing solutions will work for your library. 

517 

Unique Books, Inc. 

5010 Kemper Ave. 


Phone: 800-533-5446 

Fax: 800-916-2455 

e-mail: uniquebks@aol.com 

URL: www.uniquebooksinc.com 

Small press books, DVDs, videos and audios, along with fun prizes 

and treats. 

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University of Illinois Press 

1325 S. Oak St. 

Champaign, IL 61820 

Phone: 217-333-0950 

Fax: 217-244-8082 

e-mail: uipress@uillinois.edu 

Web: www.press.illinois.edu 

505 

University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee 

School of Information Studies 

P.O. Box 413 

Milwaukee, WI 53201 

Phone: 414-229-2855 

Toll Free: 888-349-3432 

Fax: 414-229-6699 

e-mail: hall@sois.uwm.edu 

URL: http://www.uwm.edu/dept/sois 

Library & information science undergraduate & graduate degree, 

continuing education. 

619 

University Park Books 

2427 Bond St. 

University Park, IL 60466 

Phone: 866-620-6886 

Fax: 708-534-7803 

e-mail: rbeck@universityparkbooks.com 

URL: www.universityparkbooks.com 

New titles from various publishers including Children, Juvenile and 

Adult Titles. 

611 

W. B. Olson, Inc. 

3235 Arnold Ln. 


Phone: 847-498-3800 

Fax: 847-498-4896 

e-mail: pharper@wbo.com 

URL: www.wbo.com 

Construction Management / General Constructing Services for New 

and Remodeled Libraries. 

314 

W. T. Cox Subscriptions, Inc 

201 Village Rd. 

Shallotte, NC 28470 

Toll Free: 800-571-9554 

Fax: 910-755-6274 

e-mail: bonnie@wtcox.com 

URL: www.wtcox.com 

Subscription services including print and online subscriptions. 

420 

Wagner Office Solutions, Inc. 

1595 Highpoint Dr. 

Elgin IL 60123 

Phone: 847-931-8680 

Fax: 847-931-8686 

e-mail: jrolloff@wagnerinc.com 

Color copiers, printers and Fax machines. 

405 

WCT Architects, Inc. 

1393 Laurel Oaks Dr. 

Streamwood , IL 60107 

Phone: 630-497-8502 

Fax: 630-497-8527 

e-mail: wendt@markerman.com 

306 

West Circle Books 

P.O. Box 815 

Frankfort, IL 60423 

Phone: 815-485-0605 

Fax: 815-485-0624 

URL: www.westcircle.com 

Deeply-discounted general non-fiction books for adults and children 

distributed exclusively to libraries. A nice collection of small-press 

and frontlist titles as well. 

406 

World Book, Inc. 

233 N. Michigan Ave.- Ste.2000 


Phone: 312-316-1797 

Toll Free: 800-975-3250 

Fax: 501-505-8309 

e-mail: fhicks@msn.com 

URL: www.worldbook.com 

World Book reference products in print, 

CD and on-line formats. 


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EXHIBITORS (BY CATEGORY) 

ACCESS CONTROL DEVICES 

Honeywell International 123 

ITC Systems 115 

ARCHITECTS 

Cordogan Clark & Associates 415 

Engberg Anderson Design Partnership 104 

Frye Gillan Molinaro Architects Ltd. 121 

K.R. Montgomery & Associates, Inc. 614 

Lohan Anderson 520 

M.A. Mortenson Construction 500 

Nagle Hartray Danker Kagan McKay Penney 

Architects Ltd 223 

PSA Dewberry 516 

Sente Rubel Bosman Lee, Architects 608 

ARCHIVAL PRESERVATION 

TechBooks Information Publishing Group 118 

AUDIO 

BBC Audiobooks America 103 

Blackstone Audiobooks 514 

Books on Tape / Listening Library 425 

BWI, Book Wholesalers, Inc. 504 

Chelsea House Publishers 423 

Landmark Audiobooks, Inc. 511 

Recorded Books 200 

Sourcebooks, Inc. 620 

Unique Books, Inc. 517 

AUTOMATION/TECHNOLOGY 

Barcode Discount 106 

Central Technology, Inc. 215 

Checkpoint Systems 210 

Innovative Interfaces, Inc. 216 

Integrated Technology Group 424 

The Library Corporation - TLC 310 

SirsiDynix 321 

3M Library Systems 312 

AV EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS 

Ingram Library Services Inc. 208 

The Library Store, Inc. 409 

BAGS 

Better Containers Mfg. Co. 414 

BOOK JOBBERS 

Bound To Stay Bound Books 217 

Brodart Co. 111 

BOOKMOBILES 

Bretford 416 

BOOKS 

Baker & Taylor, Inc. 311 


Bound To Stay Bound Books 217 


BWI, Book Wholesalers, Inc. 504 

Illinois Issues 613 


Landmark Audiobooks, Inc. 511 

Marshall Cavendish / Bench Mark Books 610 

National Geographic Society Children’s Books 422 

Rainbow Book Company 508 


Scholastic Library Publishing 108 


Thomson Gale 117 


University of Illinois Press 412 

University Park Books 619 

CARPET/FLOORING 

Interface Flooring Systems 322 

Tandus US, Inc. 109 

CATALOGING 

OCLC, Inc. 604 

CD-ROM 

Thomas Klise / Crimson Multimedia 515 

COMPUTER HARDWARE 


COMPUTER SOFTWARE 

Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. 221 

Fortres Grand Corporation 609 

Innovative Interfaces, Inc. 216 

COMPUTER SUPPLIES 


CONSULTING 

AWE 526 

Ehlers & Associates, Inc. 327 

M.A. Mortenson Construction 500 

TechProLogic 511 

The Management Association of Illinois 110 

DIGITAL PRESERVATION 


EDUCATION 



FINANCIAL INFORMATION/ SERVICES 

Ehlers & Associates, Inc. 327 

Griffin, Kubik, Stephens & Thompson, Inc. 316 


FURNITURE/EQUIPMENT SHELVING 

Agati, Inc. 421 

Bradford Systems Corporation 220 

Bretford 416 

Buckstaff Company 622 

DEMCO, Inc. 201 

DEMCO Library Interiors 201 

Embury LTD. 522 

Library Furniture International, Inc. 301 


Spectrum Industries, Inc. 616 

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS 


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Exhibitors (By Category)

INTERNET PRODUCTS/SERVICES 



EBSCO Information Services 213 


Missouri Library Network Corporation 212 



Tutor.com 417 

World Book, Inc. 406 

JOURNALS/MAGAZINES/ 

PERIODICALS 

Illinois Issues 613 

University of Illinois Press 412 

W. T. Cox Subscriptions, Inc 314 

LARGE PRINT BOOKS 



LIBRARY INSURANCE 

Heil and Heil Insurance Agency, Inc. 617 

LITERACY/ESL PRODUCTS 

& SERVICES 

AWE 526 


MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION 


MICROFILM/MICROFORM 

EQUIPMENT 

RMC Imaging, Inc. 325 

MOVING 

Hallett & Sons Expert Movers, Inc. 214 

MULTIMEDIA 




MUSIC 


NON-PRINT MATERIALS 

PBS Video 621 

OFFICE EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES 


Bretford 416 

DEMCO Library Interiors 201 

ITC Systems 115 


PRINT MATERIAL 


PROMOTIONAL 


IREAD 603 

REFERENCE BOOKS 

Chelsea House Publishers 423 

Marshall Cavendish / Bench Mark Books 610 

Missouri Library Network Corporation 212 


OCLC, Inc. 604 

Scholastic Library Publishing 108 




RESTORATION 

Belfor USA 612 

Munters Corporation 313 

RETROSPECTIVE CONVERSION 

SERVICES 


SECURITY 

Checkpoint Systems 210 

Fortres Grand Corporation 609 

Honeywell International 123 

SELF CHECKOUT 

Annextec LLC 501 

SERVICES/SPECIAL POPULATIONS 

Owner Services Group, Inc. 324 

SIGNAGE 

ASI-MODULEX 222 

STORAGE 


Hallett & Sons Expert Movers, Inc. 214 

SUBSCRIPTION AGENCIES 

EBSCO Information Services 213 

Swets Information Services 600 

W. T. Cox Subscriptions, Inc 314 

TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES 

AWE 526 


VIDEO 


BBC Audiobooks America 103 

PBS Video 621 

WHOLESALER 


Exhibitors (By Category) 

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2005 ILLINOIS LIBRARY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE EVALUATION FORM 

Facilities 

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Program 

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Exhibits 

Please share your thoughts on this year’s exhibits. 

Future Conferences 

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Please return this form to the ILA Registration Desk or the ILA Office, 33 W. Grand Ave, Suite 301, Chicago, IL 60610; fax: (312) 644-1899.

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