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Novelist Select enhanced content to be added to SWAN catalog Sept. 22nd

by Kate Boyle

Everyone - Beginning on Sept. 22nd Novelist Select enhanced content will be added to the SWAN Catalog. Attached is a document highlighting the enhancement for your library staff. In addition to this documentation, we have uploaded to our SWAN YouTube Channel a short presentation for your patrons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Sm0Qh4fVzs . This video is available now. There will be a link to this presentation from within the catalog implemented on the morning of the Sept. 22nd. This enhanced content is being provided as part of RAILS support for SWAN and as such is free to all SWAN members. Before adding this content to the current OPAC, SWAN made certain that the Novelist Select product is supported by SirsiDynix and will be available in SirsiDynix Enterprise interface. Enjoy! If you should have any questions, don't hesitate to contact SWAN Member Services at 630-734-5153. Kate Boyle SWAN Member Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5162 Fax: 630.734.5056 kate.boyle(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:kate.boyle@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN 9/4 Quarterly Meeting Recording Now Available

by Aaron Skog

SWAN Libraries: The September 4th Quarterly meeting is now available for online viewing using our YouTube channel. This is the now infamous meeting run as the "SWAN Show" in talk show format. Hosted by Aaron Skog, with guests Rebecca Malinowski, Kate Boyle, Karen Bar, Steven Schlewitt, and a special visit with Anne Kozak, SWAN Board member and director of the Thomas Ford Memorial Library. The meeting was introduced by Rich Wolff, SWAN Board President and Library Director at the Tinley Park Public Library. https://support.swanlibraries.net/news/2014-09-10/september-2014-quarterly-… Enjoy the show! Feel free to leave comments. Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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eMedia Library: New titles loaded

by Karen Bar

Search subject: eMedia Library 20140910 38 print titles 6 audio titles 44 titles total Karen Bar SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5138 Fax: 630.734.5056 karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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We want you! -- SWAN membership participation in our migration to SirsiDynix Symphony

by Kate Boyle

Please share with appropriate personnel Everyone- Attached is a reminder regarding the importance of every SWAN library and their role in the successful migration of SWAN to SirsiDynix. Just an update on some general information on training - We have over 1,800 staff members at our libraries to be trained in various aspects of the SirsiDynix software. All of these SWAN library staff members will have access to the online training component "Mentor" beginning in early November. Workshops throughout the membership on various modules will begin in February and continue through March. We will be announcing more specifics about training as dates and venues are firmed up. Realizing that weather could be a factor in February, training will also be delivered via webinars and YouTube tutorials. We will be using SWANcom as our main communication channel and will be announcing more migration information as it develops. Stay tuned.... If you should have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me. Kate Boyle SWAN Member Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5162 Fax: 630.734.5056 kate.boyle(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:kate.boyle@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Richton Park PL opening delayed

by Renee Clanton

The Richton Park Public library is now scheduled to re-open at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday September 27, 2014 at the new location: 22310 Latonia Lane, Richton Park Thank you, Renee Renee Clanton SWAN Member Services Consultant 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5169 Fax: 630.734.5056 renee.clanton(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:renee.clanton@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Limit changes for Chicago Public Library Reciprocal Borrowing patrons

by Kate Boyle

Everyone- The Patron Block Table has been updated to reflect the following changes in limits for Chicago Public Library patrons (Ptype 216) at all SWAN libraries. These changes have been made at the request of CPL. Max owed: 10.00 (changed from $1.00) Max items: 50 (changed from 30) Max holds: 3 (no change) Item category A: 10 (changed from 6) Item category B: 0 (changed from 6) Item category C: 10 (changed from 6) Item category D: 0 (changed from 6) If you have questions, please contact Renee Clanton (630-734-5169). Renee Clanton SWAN Member Services Consultant 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5169 Fax: 630.734.5056 renee.clanton(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:renee.clanton@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Reminder: SWAN Quarterly Meeting at Burr Ridge (Thursday - 9/4)

by Steven Schlewitt

SWAN Member Library Directors and Administrators: Just a reminder that the SWAN Quarterly will be held at the Burr Ridge office tomorrow (Thursday) at 9:30am. We hope you'll join us on-location, but if you're unable, the event will be streamed live at the link below. http://live.railslibraries.info/ Should you encounter any issues with the live stream, please contact our help desk at 630.734.5153, or email livestream(a)swanlibraries.net<mailto:livestream@swanlibraries.net>. Steven Schlewitt SWAN IT Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5130 Fax: 630.734.5056 steven.schlewitt(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:steven.schlewitt@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net From: swancom-bounces(a)list.swanlibraries.net [mailto:swancom-bounces@list.swanlibraries.net] On Behalf Of Brande Redfield Sent: Friday, August 29, 2014 1:37 PM To: swancom(a)list.swanlibraries.net Subject: [SWANcom] SWAN Quarterly Meeting at Burr Ridge - Agenda & Packet for 9/4 Now Online SWAN Member Library Directors and Administrators: The September SWAN Quarterly agenda is now posted: https://support.swanlibraries.net/sites/default/files/meeting/2014-09-04/ag… Meeting packet (6 pages): https://support.swanlibraries.net/sites/default/files/meeting/2014-09-04/pa… We are also hosting a Director and Administrator's Orientation to follow the Quarterly meeting, also at Burr Ridge. Though this event is planned to help welcome new library leaders to SWAN and provide them an overview of the organization, everyone is welcome to attend! If you would like to attend, please register on L2 so that we know how many to expect: http://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=17842 We hope to see you at Burr Ridge on Thursday! Brande Redfield SWAN Office Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.redfield(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.redfield@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Stickney-Forest View Public Library Hours & New Outreach Service

by Aaron Skog

On behalf of Stickney-Forest View Library: As of September 1st, 2014, the Stickney-Forest View Public Library District has changed its Saturday hours from 9:00am-3:00pm to 9:00am-5:00pm in response to community feedback. We are also proud to announce that as of September 15th, 2014, the Library will commence outreach programming at the Stickney Department of Health Facility - Central Location in cooperation with The Stickney Township. This facility is located at 4949S Long Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. Please check our website at www.sfvpld.org<http://www.sfvpld.org> for program details. Heather E. Shlah, Director

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New library hours at Melrose Park PL

by Renee Clanton

Melrose Park has new library hours: Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday Closed Renee Clanton SWAN Member Services Consultant 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5169 Fax: 630.734.5056 renee.clanton(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:renee.clanton@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Quarterly Meeting at Burr Ridge - Agenda & Packet for 9/4 Now Online

by Brande Redfield

SWAN Member Library Directors and Administrators: The September SWAN Quarterly agenda is now posted: https://support.swanlibraries.net/sites/default/files/meeting/2014-09-04/ag… Meeting packet (6 pages): https://support.swanlibraries.net/sites/default/files/meeting/2014-09-04/pa… We are also hosting a Director and Administrator's Orientation to follow the Quarterly meeting, also at Burr Ridge. Though this event is planned to help welcome new library leaders to SWAN and provide them an overview of the organization, everyone is welcome to attend! If you would like to attend, please register on L2 so that we know how many to expect: http://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=17842 We hope to see you at Burr Ridge on Thursday! Brande Redfield SWAN Office Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5164 Fax: 630.734.5056 brande.redfield(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:brande.redfield@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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eMedia Library: New titles loaded

by Karen Bar

Search subject: eMedia Library 20140827 26 print titles 4 audio titles 30 titles total Karen Bar SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5138 Fax: 630.734.5056 karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Cicero is OPEN

by Edlyn LeFevour

Cicero PL is open regular hours today. Edlyn LeFevour SWAN Support Analyst 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5161 Fax: 630.734.5056 edlyn.lefevour(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:edlyn.lefevour@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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FY 2014 Direct Loans July 2013- June 2014

by Kate Boyle

Everyone - Attached is the Excel Spreadsheet for Direct Loans among SWAN libraries for FY 2014 (July 2013 - June 2014). At the far right hand column of the spreadsheet there is a column listing whether your library is a NB - net borrower or a NL- net lender. As in previous years the statistics running across the page are your library activity as a borrower. The columns running down the page reflect your activity as a lender. Enjoy. Kate Boyle SWAN Member Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5162 Fax: 630.734.5056 kate.boyle(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:kate.boyle@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Cicero closed

by Edlyn LeFevour

At 1:10 pm 8/25/14, Cicero PL informed SWAN that they are now closed due to a power failure. Edlyn LeFevour SWAN Support Analyst 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5161 Fax: 630.734.5056 edlyn.lefevour(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:edlyn.lefevour@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Cicero PL closed morning of 8/25

by Renee Clanton

The Cicero PL is closed Monday morning 8/25 due to a water main break. We will let you know when the library is re-opened. Renee Clanton SWAN Member Services Consultant 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5169 Fax: 630.734.5056 renee.clanton(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:renee.clanton@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Cataloging User Group Meeting October 30th

by Karen Bar

SWAN Member Libraries Technical Services Staff: Please join us for the SWAN Cataloging User Group Meeting on Thursday, October 30th in the Main Meeting Room at the Burr Ridge office from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Agenda topics include: * SirsiDynix Symphony migration timeline and training plan * New policies adopted by SWAN based on whitepaper recommendations A full agenda will be sent in October. Please register for the event on L2 at the link below. http://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=18544 Karen Bar SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5138 Fax: 630.734.5056 karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Media On Demand: New titles loaded

by Karen Bar

Search subject: Media On Demand 20140820 109 print titles 24 audio titles 133 titles total Karen Bar SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5138 Fax: 630.734.5056 karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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My Media Mall: New titles loaded

by Karen Bar

Search subject: My Media Mall 20140820 9 print titles 1 audio titles 10 total titles Karen Bar SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5138 Fax: 630.734.5056 karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN Orientation Lunch & Learn

by Aaron Skog

SWAN Library Directors, Assistant Directors, & Managers: SWAN will conduct an orientation workshop for library directors, assistant directors, and managers. The event will take place after the SWAN Quarterly meeting on September 4 from noon to 2pm. We will provide lunch for all registered attendees. This is the perfect opportunity to get acquainted with SWAN, essential for library management interested in our membership, the budget process, all of our services available as full member libraries. * Overview of SWAN: an initial introduction over key features and what SWAN offers * History: who SWAN is, and our history will be provided * Governance webpage, such as where certain documents, including budget, fees, and links are located * Director's area of the SWAN website * A guide to L2, especially considering the importance of this page for migration & SWAN website, will be provided Please register for this event. Lunch will be provided! http://www.librarylearning.info/events/?eventID=17842 Registration deadline is September 3rd. Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Reminder: Update L2 Accounts by Friday

by Rebecca Malinowski

Thank you to everyone who has verified their own account or cleaned up library staff accounts. If you haven't already, please remember to verify your L2 account and, if applicable, your staff's L2 accounts by Friday, August 22nd. Every staff member that should have access to SirsiDynix Mentor, an online learning system we will use during migration training, should have an L2 account by the end of business on Friday. We will use the L2 account information to create logins for SirsiDynix Mentor. To verify that you have an account, sign in at: http://www.librarylearning.info/user/login.aspx You can also recover a missing password or create a new account using the same link. RAILS has provided help files on creating accounts: For directors: https://www.railslibraries.info/sites/default/files/l2addstaffnew.pdf For individuals: https://www.railslibraries.info/sites/default/files/l2createaccountnew.pdf Thank you again for taking quick action. Your participation will help the training program get off the ground smoothly and without unnecessary delays. For questions about training or the migration process, please email MigrationHelp(a)swanlibraries.net<mailto:MigrationHelp@swanlibraries.net>. Rebecca Malinowski SWAN Special Projects Coordinator 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5157 Fax: 630.734.5056 rebecca.malinowski(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:rebecca.malinowski@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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Moratorium on Specific Service Requests

by Aaron Skog

SWAN Member Libraries: Last week I met with attendees at the Committee of the Whole meeting and the SWAN Board on Friday. At both meetings I outlined some steps SWAN need to take in order to accommodate our migration to new ILS software. Reasons for this moratorium are practical and strategic. First, as SWAN staff prepares the data for migration, we must deal with a set group of data that is as "fixed" as possible so that we can accurately target the new home for it in Symphony. Second, the preparation and amount of time our staff has dedicated to setting up Symphony is taking away time we usually dedicate to service requests from member libraries. Please review the attached memo as it pertains to services and change requests for Millennium Location Codes, Loan Rules, etc. If you have questions, please contact me directly. Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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SWAN 8/12 Committee of the Whole Presentation Now Online

by Aaron Skog

SWAN Member Libraries: I have uploaded the SWAN Committee of the Whole meeting from last week. This presentation provides details on the SWAN migration, including an updated timeline and what dates in the future to anticipate staff training. Below is the direct link to the PowerPoint. You can find all of the past presentations on the SWAN website under the "Meeting Documents" menu. Look for the SWAN Committee of the Whole meeting for August 12, 2014. https://support.swanlibraries.net/sites/default/files/meeting/2014-08-12/SW… Aaron Skog SWAN Executive Director 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5122 Fax: 630.734.5056 aaron.skog(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:aaron.skog@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

11 years, 3 months

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eMedia Library: New titles loaded

by Karen Bar

Search subject: eMedia Library 20140814 40 print titles 8 audio titles 48 titles total Karen Bar SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5138 Fax: 630.734.5056 karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

11 years, 4 months

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Re: [SWANcom] La Grange & Thomas Ford Closed for In-service

by Jeannie Dilger

La Grange and Thomas Ford Libraries will also be closed on Friday, August 22nd, for a joint in-service with La Grange Park. [LGPL logo_signature final] Jeannie Dilger Library Director Illinois Library Association President La Grange Public Library 10 West Cossitt Avenue La Grange, Illinois 60525 lagrangelibrary.org tel 708.215.3200 ext. 273 fax 708.352.1620 dilgerj(a)lagrangelibrary.org<mailto:dilgerj@lagrangelibrary.org> From: swancom-bounces(a)list.swanlibraries.net [mailto:swancom-bounces@list.swanlibraries.net] On Behalf Of Roberta Richter Sent: Tuesday, August 12, 2014 6:42 PM To: swancom(a)list.swanlibraries.net Subject: [SWANcom] La Grange Park Closed for In-service Hello all, The La Grange Park Public Library will be closed on Friday, August 22nd for an All Staff In-service. La Grange Park will be reopening on Saturday, August 23rd at 10am. Thank you, Roberta Richter Circulation Services Director La Grange Park Public Library District 555 N. La Grange Park, IL 60526 708-352-0100 x141

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La Grange Park Closed for In-service

by Roberta Richter

Hello all, The La Grange Park Public Library will be closed on Friday, August 22nd for an All Staff In-service. La Grange Park will be reopening on Saturday, August 23rd at 10am. Thank you, Roberta Richter Circulation Services Director La Grange Park Public Library District 555 N. La Grange Park, IL 60526 708-352-0100 x141

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