FDLP Event News http://www.fdlp.gov/ Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:30:15 +0000 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.fdlp.gov/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png FDLP Event News http://www.fdlp.gov/ Event news related to the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP). Register for the 2012 Interagency Depository Seminar http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/1182-register-ia2012 http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/1182-register-ia2012 Registration is now open for the 25th Annual Interagency Depository Seminar, which will be held in Washington, DC from Monday, July 30 through Friday, August 3, 2012. During the week-long seminar, representatives from various Federal agencies will present an overview of their information products and activities as they relate to libraries participating in the Federal Depository Library Program.

There is no fee to attend the seminar; however, advance registration is required. Attendees are responsible for their own expenses for travel, lodging, and meals.

Register to attend and learn more about the Interagency Depository Seminar.

]]> Karen Sieger Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:14:03 +0000 Transcripts and Proceedings from the Fall 2011 Meeting and Conference http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/1118-falldlc11-transcripts-and-proceedings http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/1118-falldlc11-transcripts-and-proceedings Transcripts and proceedings from the fall 2011 Depository Library Council Meeting and Federal Depository Library Conference (Meeting and Conference) are available from the event page along with:

  • Remarks from William J. (Bill) Boarman, Public Printer of the United States
  • Remarks from Mary Alice Baish, Superintendent of Documents
  • Schedule of Events
  • Agenda
  • Educational presentations and handouts
  • Council recommendations with GPO responses from the spring 2011 Meeting and Conference
  • Photo gallery

Meanwhile, certificates of attendance have been e-mailed to those who requested one during registration.

]]> Karen Sieger Tue, 08 Nov 2011 19:11:18 +0000 DLC meeting & Conference Final Schedule and Detailed Agenda Now Available http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/1095-fall-2011-dlc-meeting-final-schedule-detailed-agenda http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/1095-fall-2011-dlc-meeting-final-schedule-detailed-agenda The final schedule of events as well as the preliminary agenda for the Fall 2011 DLC Meeting and Conference have been posted to the Fall DLC event page.

Please join us for the Depository Library Council Meeting. We have a full and interesting conference that opens with a greeting from the Public Printer and concludes with a day of participation and discussion on “Creating Our Shared Vision: Roles and Opportunities in the FDLP.”

Registrations are being accepted through 5 pm on Wednesday, October 12, 2011. Registration will also be available onsite at the GPO information table throughout the event.

Detailed information on the Fall DLC Meeting and Conference are available on the event page on the FDLP Desktop.

The Depository Library Council Meeting and Federal Depository Library Conference will be held October 17 – 20, 2011 at the Doubletree Hotel Crystal City.

We look forward to seeing you there!

]]> John Dowgiallo Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:00:00 +0000 Hotel Selected for the Fall 2011 DLC Meeting http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/1012-hotel-selected-for-the-fall-2011-dlc-meeting http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/1012-hotel-selected-for-the-fall-2011-dlc-meeting The Federal Depository Library Council (DLC) Meeting and Federal Depository Library Conference will be held again at the Doubletree Hotel, which is located at 300 Army Navy Dr., Arlington, VA 22202.

A limited number of rooms will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the prevailing Government rate at the time of the meeting. The Government rate effective October 1st will be $226 (plus 10.25% tax) per night single and $246.00 (plus 10.25% tax) per night double.

As a reminder, registration is open for the fall meeting and conference. The three day event will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, October 17 with registration and coffee. The DLC meeting will conclude on Wednesday, October 19. Proposals for presentations and educational sessions for the conference are still being accepted through September 16.

Don't forget to join the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO) for “Creating Our Shared Vision: Roles and Opportunities in the FDLP” on Thursday, October 20. The day-long event will feature exchanges and discussions on the future of the Federal Depository Library Program.

GPO looks forward to sharing ideas for the future, including roles and models for depository libraries; changes in information policy and the effect on libraries; and reaffirmation of the depository library community’s commitment to ensuring the public has free access to Federal information products and services.

For additional information including event registration, preliminary schedule, hotel locations/reservations, submitting proposals, and more, visit the event page on the FDLP Desktop.

]]> Karen Sieger Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:18:37 +0000 Chat with GPO: Digitization Projects Registry http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/970-chatprojectsregistry http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/970-chatprojectsregistry Join David Walls, GPO Preservation Librarian, on July 7, 2011, at 1:00pm EST, as he hosts the June session of "Chat with GPO" via OPAL. This month's session is entitled “Digitization Projects Registry: a tool for Discovery, Collaboration, and Preservation.” Questions from the audience will also be addressed.

Space is limited to the first 100 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. GPO recommends arriving at least 10 minutes early in order to reserve your spot and test your connection.

 

]]> Katy Davis Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:04:14 +0000 Fall 2011 DLC Meeting Registration & Call for Proposals http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/964-falldlc11-registration-and-cfp http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/964-falldlc11-registration-and-cfp Registration is now open for the Fall 2011 Federal Depository Library Council Meeting and Federal Depository Library Conference (Fall DLC).

At the Spring 2011 DLC Meeting, it was announced that due to budget constraints that the U.S. Government Printing Office would no longer be able to hold DLC meetings in the spring.

As a result, an extra day has been added to the fall DLC schedule. The event will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, October 17th with registration and coffee. It concludes at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 20th.

Hotel Information

A hotel for the Fall DLC has not yet been procured, but will be located in the DC Metro area. Once a location is selected and procured, the information will be announced to the community.

Call for Education Proposals

The Federal depository library community is invited to submit proposals for presentations and education sessions for conference. These can range from introductory to advanced levels on topics related to Federal information librarianship. Submit your suggestion to share your ideas and knowledge; explore new developments; and network with your colleagues.

Presentations can run for 45 or 90 minutes, with a sole presenter or a panel. Audio-visual equipment will be provided. Please send your proposal by Friday, September 16, 2011. You will be notified of proposal acceptance by Friday, September 23, 2011.

For additional information including event registration, hotel locations/reservations, submitting proposals, and more, visit the event page on the FDLP Desktop.

]]> Karen Sieger Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:34:39 +0000 24th Annual Interagency Depository Seminar Registrant Guide http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/954-ia-registrant-guide http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/954-ia-registrant-guide The Registrant Guide for the 2011 Annual Interagency Depository Seminar is now posted.

This week-long event will be held August 1-5 at GPO headquarters in Washington, D.C. Space is limited so sign up now!

Representatives from various Federal agencies—including GPO, the Census Bureau, the Office of the Federal Register, and others—will give overviews of their products during hands-on training sessions, presentations, and tours. Expand your knowledge of U.S. Federal Government information while taking advantage of networking opportunities with fellow information professionals.

There is no fee to attend the seminar; however, advance registration is required. Attendees are responsible for their own expenses for travel, lodging, and meals.

Register to attend and learn more about the Interagency Depository Seminar from the event page.

]]> John Dowgiallo Thu, 26 May 2011 17:48:19 +0000 Spring 2011 DLC Meeting Wrap-Up http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/939-springdlc-2011-meeting-wrapup http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/939-springdlc-2011-meeting-wrapup Over 150 participants gathered in San Antonio, TX from April 4-6, 2011 for the Spring 2011 Federal Depository Library Meeting. GPO thanks all the members of the depository library community for making this meeting so interesting and such a success. Topics such as the future needs and goals of the FDLP, progress with FDsys, and permanent public access to digital material were discussed. Participants also had the opportunity to meet and network with Public Printer Bill Boarman, Superintendent of Documents Mary Alice Baish, and with members of the Depository Library Council.

Transcripts, conference proceedings, and a conference slide show from the April 2011 Federal Depository Library Council meeting are available from the Federal Depository Library Council Meeting page.

The transcripts provide a verbatim record of the discussions held by Council on April 4 – 6, 2011 in San Antonio TX. Included in the transcripts:

  • Opening remarks from William Boarman, Public Printer of the United States and Mary Alice Baish, Superintendent of Documents.
  • 6 additional council sessions on the FDLP Desktop, Future Needs & Goals of the FDLP, PACER, FDsys, Permanent Public Access to Digital Material and the Council Wrap-Up

The proceedings include educational presentations and handouts (if they were provided to GPO by the presenter), the final schedule of events, and the final agenda.

Certificates of Attendance are being emailed to attendees who requested them during registration. Be sure to look for them in your inbox shortly.

]]> John Dowgiallo Tue, 03 May 2011 23:18:21 +0000 Register for the 2011 Annual Interagency Depository Seminar http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/909-ia-2011-registration http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/909-ia-2011-registration Registration is now open for the 24th Annual Interagency Depository Seminar, which will be held in Washington, DC from Monday, August 1 through Friday, August 5, 2011. During the week-long seminar, representatives from various Federal agencies will present an overview of their information products and activities as they relate to libraries participating in the Federal Depository Library Program.

There is no fee to attend the seminar; however, advance registration is required. Attendees are responsible for their own expenses for travel, lodging, and meals.

Register to attend and learn more about the Interagency Depository Seminar from the FDLP Desktop's event page.

]]> Karen Sieger Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:00:00 +0000 Transcripts and Proceedings from the Fall 2010 DLC Meeting http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/843-falldlc10-proceedings http://www.fdlp.gov/component/content/article/843-falldlc10-proceedings Transcripts and proceedings from the Fall 2010 Federal Depository Library Council Meeting are available in the file repository.

Also available from the proceedings page:

  • Kick off speech from Bob Tapella, Public Printer of the United States
  • Kick off speech from Ric Davis, Director, Library Services and Content Management
  • Final Schedule of Events
  • Final Agenda
  • Educational presentations and handouts
  • Slides used during council wrap-up session
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