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Days Closed table updating
by Kate Boyle 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

Everyone - Just a reminder - If you should make the decision to close your library due to weather, please update the RAILS website. http://www.railslibraries.info/members/closings However, there is no need to notify SWAN to update the "Days Closed" table on the day you are closed as we have recently discovered that is not effective . The "Days Closed" Innovative software does not recognize today's date as today, but rather the following year's date. In other words, if anyone would be closed tomorrow and we enter 3/12 in the "Days Closed" table tomorrow morning the table considers that to be 3/12/15, not 3/12/14. If, however, we enter 3/12 today, it will consider your library as being closed tomorrow 3/12/14. This is due in part to the fact that the "Days Closed" table only accepts a month and day, not a year. More importantly, it doesn't recognize today as today. I just thought it was important for everyone to be aware of this fact as it appears a significant snowfall is forecasted for tomorrow. So, if you should close tomorrow due to weather and we update the "Days Closed" table, the software will still assess a fine on any overdue materials even though the library is closed. Sorry for any confusion. 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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My Media Mall New Titles Loaded
by Karen Bar 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

Search subject: My Media Mall 20140311 256 print titles 66 audio titles 322 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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RB stats from non SWAN libs
by Edlyn LeFevour 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

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*Action Required* Network Changes Memo #9: IP Migration Readiness
by Steven Schlewitt 07 Mar '14

07 Mar '14

SWAN Member Libraries & Information Technology Staff: Please see the linked memo "Network Changes Memo #9: IP Migration Readiness", and route to your appropriate library and IT staff. This memo details a simple test that needs to be performed at your library to ensure preparation for our upcoming IP migration. This check must be completed successfully by Monday, March 24th. Since this check may require IT assistance in some cases, we strongly recommend performing the check sooner than later. http://support.swanlibraries.net/news/2014-03-07/action-required-network-mi… If you have any questions/comments about the upcoming migration, or should you encounter any issues while performing the network check, please submit a ticket to the SWANTech Queue of the SWAN ticket system or contact the SWAN Help Desk directly at 630-734-5153. Thank you again for your cooperation and patience throughout the SWAN Network Migration Project. Regards, 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

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OCLC Services Program Renewal Agreement: SWAN Memo on Compliance
by Aaron Skog 07 Mar '14

07 Mar '14

SWAN Library Directors or Library Administrators: Please review the attached memo on the March 3, 2014 OCLC Renewal Agreement that you have either received or will receive in the mail from the Illinois State Library. 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 Quarterly Presentation & Membership Approval
by Aaron Skog 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

SWAN Libraries, Today the SWAN library directors voted unanimously to approve funds from the capital reserves so that the SWAN Board can complete negotiations with SirsiDynix. In summary, the vote was 52 in favor, 25 absent, 0 against, 0 abstain. If you are want to see why this vote was unanimous, I have included the presentation from today that covers proposal from SirsiDynix that all SWAN libraries will get once we complete negotiations. This presentation goes over what SWAN will be getting, including full e-book integration into our catalog, mobile circulation for library staff using tablets, Facebook integration, a mobile app for your library, and much, much more! We will be sending out a memo next week regarding the PLA Conference to provide guidance to attendees on how to approach ILS vendor exhibitors. Since SWAN is still negotiating, it will be important to make sure we all understand how to visit the booths and what can be shared. Thank you everyone that came to the meeting today, Aaron 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 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

Search subject: eMedia Library 20140306 18 print titles only 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 Bibliographic Services Transition
by Tony Siciliano 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

I want to give all our SWAN libraries an update on the transition in Bibliographic Services. Karen Bar began work as the new Manager of Bibliographic Services on Monday, March 3. I will continue working part-time and assisting Karen with the transition for the next few weeks. You may begin sending any email or telephone questions, problems, project requests, etc. to Karen's attention. Karen may be reached at: karen.bar(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:karen.bar@railslibraries.info> (630) 734-5138 You will find Karen extremely competent, informed, and friendly. She is eager to assist you in any way possible. Many thanks for the opportunity to work with and for you these many years. It has been my privilege to know many of you. SWAN has a very bright, exciting future ahead. The fine work that each of you does will continue to make SWAN the envy of the library world. Best always, Tony Tony Siciliano SWAN Bibliographic Services 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5143 Fax: 630.734.5056 tony.siciliano(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:tony.siciliano@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net<http://support.swanlibraries.net/>

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Quarterly Password Change reminder
by Kate Boyle 06 Mar '14

06 Mar '14

Millennium password changes go into effect next Thursday, March 13th. Attached is a memo outlining how to retrieve the new passwords. If you should have any problems retrieving them, don't hesitate to contact me. It was great seeing all of you at the Quarterly today. 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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My Media Mall: New
by Tony Siciliano 04 Mar '14

04 Mar '14

Search subject: My Media Mall 20140304 173 print titles 1 video title 35 audio titles 209 titles total Tony Siciliano SWAN Bibliographic Services Manager 125 Tower Drive Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: 630.734.5143 Fax: 630.734.5056 tony.siciliano(a)railslibraries.info<mailto:tony.siciliano@railslibraries.info> http://support.swanlibraries.net

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