2 Saras- a mentor and a mentee, care of Stephanie Gross of Stern College, Yeshiva University
Showing posts with label convention. Show all posts
Showing posts with label convention. Show all posts
Friday, June 27, 2008
More Cleveland photos
2 Saras- a mentor and a mentee, care of Stephanie Gross of Stern College, Yeshiva University
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Wednesday Morning
Yossi Galron showing a slide during his presentation.
Shuli Berger showing a photo of a cornerstone at Yeshiva University
Elhanan Adler explaining the different participants in the latest project.
Shulamith Berger of Yeshiva University presented the Yeshiva University edifice- the plans, vision and reality. It was rather interesting to see the different architectural influences that were represented in the YU uptown campus in Washington Heights.
Elhanan Adler highlighted the creation and use of a full text archive of Jewish historical newspapers. OCR is about 93% accurate, which is really important to note when looking over materials scanned with this technology.
Yossi Galron showed his lexicon of Modern Hebrew Literature - which biographical information regarding authors. Shakepeare is also now included in this online project.
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Next Year in Chicago!
Next year's convention will be in Chicago in July- right around the time of ALA.
The following years include AJL in Seattle, Montreal and Los Angeles...
We're all looking forward!
The following years include AJL in Seattle, Montreal and Los Angeles...
We're all looking forward!
Collection Development
Hearing from Alice Crosetto and Daniel E. Feinberg we learned quite a bit about the use of cookbooks to understand cultural norms, economics and a generally good way of interesting children with a productive end. Jewish life and culture is often transmitted by means of food and eating together-- which was rather evident by the myriad of websites and books which have been published that detail these ideas.
Elizabeth Vernon explained that Harvard University collects advertisements- as they can be utilized for historical, economic and sociological studies to understand a community, their interests, goals and a window into the life that they live. From pamphlets to solicitations- Israeli and American Jewish advertising are being collected.
Elizabeth Vernon explained that Harvard University collects advertisements- as they can be utilized for historical, economic and sociological studies to understand a community, their interests, goals and a window into the life that they live. From pamphlets to solicitations- Israeli and American Jewish advertising are being collected.
2008 Rosaline and Meyer Feinstein Lecture
Pearl Berger delivering the 2008 Rosaline and Meyer Feinstein Lecture
Dr. David Gilner, Director of Libraries at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion introducing Dean Pearl Berger
Highlights from the lecture included insight into the 'millennium generation,' how to reach out them and note the worth of the library and its resources. Pearl has presented us with challenges to keep Judaica and librarianship, in general, modern and current for our users' needs.
Monday, June 23, 2008
The "Israel in Comics" Blog
This message is from Steve Bergson:
The "Israel in Comics Blog" can be viewed at http://israelincomics.blogspot.com, it officially went "live" on June 23rd.
It is the official blog of Session 3D and has all of the graphics used (plus many more that couldn't be shown, for lack of time)
Enjoy!
The "Israel in Comics Blog" can be viewed at http://israelincomics.blogspot.com, it officially went "live" on June 23rd.
It is the official blog of Session 3D and has all of the graphics used (plus many more that couldn't be shown, for lack of time)
Enjoy!
Photos
Booking signing during a break
Booking signing during a break
Shmoozing and networking during the break.
Check out the chef's hat!!
Awards Luncheon
Here's to our awardees! Best wishes, Mazal Tov and congratulations for accreditation, scholarship awardees, Fanny Goldstein award and Life Membership.
Monday: A look at Session 1
Elliot Gertel moderated the session entitled "Documenting the Holocaust."
Robert Rozett presented on the subject of "Trends in the Publication of Books about the Holocaust from 2000-2007." Yad Vashem collects books on the Holocaust, but finds it difficult to collect articles - as they are often difficult to locate. The Yad Vashem possesses more than 115,000 titles and collects about 3,000 titles annually. The Yad Vashem Library collects widely, as opposed to the Archives. The Library is open to the public and circulates to Israeli residents. A wide range of individuals utilize the Library, from 12 year old students learning about family history to scholars and everyone in between. The Library catalog will hopefully be going online shortly (definitely something to look forward to).
The second presentation in this session was delivered by Michlean Amir of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Her talk entitled: "The Opening of the Red Cross International Tracing Service Archive: What Does it Contain and What Does Access to It Mean for Scholars and Family Researchers?" Michelan noted that there are over 100 million images in the archives of the ITC, which began in 1947. The ITC collected material that would enable people to trace individuals-- which would later be advantageous when applying for restitution funds. Eleven countries including Israel have been involved in this initiative, while there has been 60 years of limited access. The backlog for requests in 2006 numbered in the hundreds of thousands, often with response times of over 1 year. Jewish Gen went to Bad Arolsen in May to see the records and record keeping first-hand. There were no trained librarians or archivists on staff. Technological and other challenges remain- including the method in which the collection will be organized.
Robert Rozett presented on the subject of "Trends in the Publication of Books about the Holocaust from 2000-2007." Yad Vashem collects books on the Holocaust, but finds it difficult to collect articles - as they are often difficult to locate. The Yad Vashem possesses more than 115,000 titles and collects about 3,000 titles annually. The Yad Vashem Library collects widely, as opposed to the Archives. The Library is open to the public and circulates to Israeli residents. A wide range of individuals utilize the Library, from 12 year old students learning about family history to scholars and everyone in between. The Library catalog will hopefully be going online shortly (definitely something to look forward to).
The second presentation in this session was delivered by Michlean Amir of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Her talk entitled: "The Opening of the Red Cross International Tracing Service Archive: What Does it Contain and What Does Access to It Mean for Scholars and Family Researchers?" Michelan noted that there are over 100 million images in the archives of the ITC, which began in 1947. The ITC collected material that would enable people to trace individuals-- which would later be advantageous when applying for restitution funds. Eleven countries including Israel have been involved in this initiative, while there has been 60 years of limited access. The backlog for requests in 2006 numbered in the hundreds of thousands, often with response times of over 1 year. Jewish Gen went to Bad Arolsen in May to see the records and record keeping first-hand. There were no trained librarians or archivists on staff. Technological and other challenges remain- including the method in which the collection will be organized.
Sunday Evening
While meetings took place this afternoon, the Jewish Publication Society sponsored a reception for Dr. Ellen Frankel (who later delivered the keynote address at the Sunday night dinner).
Later, as we all enjoyed dinner and were welcomed by AJL President, Laurel Wolfson and Mark Weber (Dean of Libraries,Kent State University) provided an introduction for our speaker. Dr. Ellen Frankel followed with the address on the topic: How the People of the Book Became the People of the Book Business: A History of Jewish Publishing in America.
Dr. Frankel provided details of the rich history of the Jewish Publication Society. Focusing on the impact of Isaac Leeser, with his call for the creation of a Jewish publication society that would promote religious heritage and unity. The JPS would serve as a unifying tie that would bring together both the intellectual and moral worth by producing interactions between different subscribers (a subscription would cost $1 and would provide copies of every book published by the Society for that fee). People would unite into a society to print and circulate books, as well as enable growth of Judaism in America, with other goals of education, unification which still remain at the core. The Society sought to be far reaching and encouraged the democratization of Judaism- and much of this is in the hands of librarians, who must show this to the greater community.
Dr. Frankel continued by highlighting the technological advances that JPS is employing. The Society does not shy away from this change, but rather is embracing this change and chance to further the education and discussion of Judaism.
JPS has embarked on a new project called Yavnet, an online collaborative which will categorize the Tanach, by tagging the Tanach. The pilot site of Yavnet is now available and the prototype should be available in early 2009.
Later, as we all enjoyed dinner and were welcomed by AJL President, Laurel Wolfson and Mark Weber (Dean of Libraries,Kent State University) provided an introduction for our speaker. Dr. Ellen Frankel followed with the address on the topic: How the People of the Book Became the People of the Book Business: A History of Jewish Publishing in America.
Dr. Frankel provided details of the rich history of the Jewish Publication Society. Focusing on the impact of Isaac Leeser, with his call for the creation of a Jewish publication society that would promote religious heritage and unity. The JPS would serve as a unifying tie that would bring together both the intellectual and moral worth by producing interactions between different subscribers (a subscription would cost $1 and would provide copies of every book published by the Society for that fee). People would unite into a society to print and circulate books, as well as enable growth of Judaism in America, with other goals of education, unification which still remain at the core. The Society sought to be far reaching and encouraged the democratization of Judaism- and much of this is in the hands of librarians, who must show this to the greater community.
Dr. Frankel continued by highlighting the technological advances that JPS is employing. The Society does not shy away from this change, but rather is embracing this change and chance to further the education and discussion of Judaism.
JPS has embarked on a new project called Yavnet, an online collaborative which will categorize the Tanach, by tagging the Tanach. The pilot site of Yavnet is now available and the prototype should be available in early 2009.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
I'm certain Cleveland will never be the same after AJL makes it mark.
AJL has come to town and Day One of the convention has begun.
We're off to a great start despite a stormy afternoon...welcomed by friendly and helpful volunteers (see top photo)
Exhibitors are displaying their wares including software, books, music and more in the serene lobby area amidst the Marriott fountains .
Excited and adventurous librarians ventured out Lolly the Trolley for a tour of Jewish Cleveland this afternoon (bottom photo)
More later...
Friday, June 20, 2008
AJL Social Networking
By this point it's rather likely you've heard of the phrase 'social networking.' We seem to have some cutting-edge librarians amongst the group who are really interested and involved in social networking.
From Facebook to Twitter and RSS feeds to LinkedIn, Judaica librarians are utilizing this tools. Among our group are bloggers and those who use podcasts to get the word across. What are you using?
Here's to another way to see what your fellow librarians are doing.
Look for us as AJLCleveland2008 or Association of Jewish Libraries Annual Conference.
Looking forward to seeing you virtually or IRL on Sunday!
From Facebook to Twitter and RSS feeds to LinkedIn, Judaica librarians are utilizing this tools. Among our group are bloggers and those who use podcasts to get the word across. What are you using?
Here's to another way to see what your fellow librarians are doing.
Look for us as AJLCleveland2008 or Association of Jewish Libraries Annual Conference.
Looking forward to seeing you virtually or IRL on Sunday!
Dead Sea Scrolls: Session Plug
Tuesday morning will include a session entitled "THE DEAD SEA SCROLLS" will be moderated by Esther Hexter. Participants include John Kampen, David Levy and Marlene Schiffman.
For those who want to get a jump start and study up on the material, presenter David Levy suggests that you visit his website.
With so many interesting sessions that will be taking place- it's difficult to choose!
For those who want to get a jump start and study up on the material, presenter David Levy suggests that you visit his website.
With so many interesting sessions that will be taking place- it's difficult to choose!
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Are you ready to Rock N Roll?
I guess it's a funny question for Judaica librarians, but since we're headed to Cleveland - Home of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame it's rather apropos.
With only 5 days (and counting) until the beginning of the AJL Cleveland 2008 convention, I'd like to introduce myself.
Hi all, I'm Tina Weiss- I serve as Judaica Librarian at the Klau Library at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York and I'm here to guide and explore the AJL convention with you. Through on-site posts, guests and photos you will experience the convention virtually.
Buckle your seat beat as we get ready to journey through the convention together.
And don't forget to comment :)
With only 5 days (and counting) until the beginning of the AJL Cleveland 2008 convention, I'd like to introduce myself.
Hi all, I'm Tina Weiss- I serve as Judaica Librarian at the Klau Library at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York and I'm here to guide and explore the AJL convention with you. Through on-site posts, guests and photos you will experience the convention virtually.
Buckle your seat beat as we get ready to journey through the convention together.
And don't forget to comment :)
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