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TOP TEN REQUESTED BOOKS OR ITEMS
363 The ghost
210 The best laid plans
192 Cat & mouse
158 Fat Tuesday
142 The royals
140 Cold mountain
119 Midnight in the garden of good and evil
104 Unnatural exposure
89 Flood tide
81 Street lawyer
77 Angela's ashes
SATELLITE TOWN MEETING - Tuesday, January 20, 1998 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
at LCLS Headquarters. "Serving Students with Disabilities: What Families,
Schools & Communities Need to Know." Students with disabilities have the right
to sit in the same classrooms as their peers, to learn the same skills, to
dream the same dreams. The January Town Meeting will explore how schools,
families, and communities are working together to assure that students with
disabilities can succeed in the classroom. Secretary Riley and his guests will
discuss the recently passed Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
and its challenges to raise expectations for children with disabilities;
increase parental involvement in the education of their children; ensure that
regular education teachers are involved in planning and assessing children's
progress; include children with disabilities in assessments; and support
quality professional development for all who are involved in educating children
with disabilities. To register for this free program, send an e-mail message to
Susan Lucco at LUCCO (GateNet) or lucco@lcls.lib.il.us or call
(618) 656-3216x120.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS SATELLITE WORKSHOP SERIES
-- COMMUNITY ISSUES -- This is a series of satellite based workshops on
community issues of particular interest to community leaders. The series will
be hosted by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs, the
University of Illinois, and the Illinois Municipal League. All workshops will
be held at LCLS Headquarters.
* Mining for Grants/Loans: Where to Find the Gold - February 19, 1998,
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The fee for each program is $10. Flyers were sent out via courier but
if you did not receive one send BONNIE an e-mail message for a copy.
GENERAL FEDERATION OF WOMEN'S CLUBS ILLINOIS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT CENTENNIAL
LIBRARY SCHOLARSHIP -- This $300 scholarship will be awarded for the first time
in 1998. It is for adults who have already shown an interest in the profession
of library science and are trying to upgrade their skills for a better job
position. There are two college level programs in library science: one is a
masters degree, the other a certificate or associate degree. The masters
program (MLS) can be entered from quite a variety of undergraduate interests.
The certificate (LTA) or associates degree program, may be entered directly
from high school, but more commonly is pursued by persons already working in a
library who wish to improve their skills. Library Science education in
Illinois is quite limited. Many colleges and universities have closed their
MLS program. Currently Rosary College and the University of Illinois are the
only sources for this degree. The LTA program is offered through College of
DuPage, College of Lake County, Illinois Central Community College, and Lewis &
Clark Community College. If you are interested in applying, send BONNIE an
e-mail message for a copy of the application form. Applications are due by
February 1, 1998.
LEWIS & CLARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE ASSOCIATE DEGREE
AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAM SPRING 1998 CLASSES --
Introduction to Library Service (Carol Brown, Instructor), Mondays
January 26-May 11, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Meets at Freeburg High School,
Kaskaskia Community College-Vandalia Campus, Lewis & Clark Community College
Acquisitions and Processing (Laurel Galeener, Instructor), Tuesdays
January 20 - May 12, 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Meets at LCLS, Freeburg High
School, Lewis & Clark Community College
Library Management (Charm Ruhnke, Instructor), Wednesdays January 21 -
May 13, 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Meets at LCLS, BAC-Red Bud, Kaskaskia Community
College-Vandalia Campus, Lewis & Clark Community College
Contact your LCCC advisor for additional information and fees.
EIGHT ALA SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED -- The 1998 ALA Scholarship application forms
are available from the Office for Library Personnel Resources (OLPR). Eight
scholarships are being offered: three general scholarships, one minority
scholarship, one scholarship for a person specializing in youth services, and
three support staff scholarships. Applicants must be U.S. or Canadian citizens
or permanent residents. Applicants cannot have completed more than twelve
semester hours (or the equivalent) toward a master's degree in library and
information studies prior to June 1, 1998. The deadline is April 1, 1998. The
cutoff date for sending out scholarship application forms is March 25, 1998.
If you know anyone who is interested in these scholarships, please tell them to
contact OLPR. They can request the single scholarship application form by
writing to OLPR/Staff Liaison, 50 E. Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611; e-mail:
pjackson@ala.org; fax: (312) 280-3256. You can also request the 1998 ALA
Scholarship flyer, which lists other scholarships offered by divisions and
round tables within ALA. Use the same mailing address listed above to request
the scholarship flyer.
GTE GRANT PROGRAM FOR MATH/SCIENCE INTEGRATION IDEAS (Maybe a media specialist
can work with math and science teachers to apply for this award and get some
resources in return to help with the integrated unit.) -- Growth Initiatives
For Teachers (GIFT) is a grant program funded by GTE Corporation for public and
private school math and science teachers, grades 7 to 12 (grade 6 only if in a
middle or junior high school) in eligible states. Every year, GTE awards GIFT
grants to 60 teams of one math teacher and one science teacher from the same
school who have developed projects that integrate math and science and use
technology in an innovative way. Each winning team shares a $12,000 grant;
$7,000 for a school enrichment project and $5,000 ($2,500 for each) for
professional development activities. Applicants must teach in one of the
following states: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KY,
ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NH, NM, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV,
WI. Since 1983, approximately 1,500 outstanding teachers have received GIFT
grants. For more information or to request an application, send e-mail to:
gift@gte.com, or call (800) 315-5010. Applications must be postmarked by January
16, 1998.
1998 SMALL PUBLIC LIBRARY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE -- (Memo from Bridget Lamont,
dated October 27, 1997) "We are pleased to announce the dates of the 1998
Small Public Library Management Institute to be held on the campus of Western
Illinois University on June 7-12, 1998. This Institute affords the opportunity
for Illinois librarians to gain in-depth knowledge of topics designed for their
needs and many opportunities for networking with their peers. Directors of
public libraries from smaller sized communities and public library branch
managers are the target audience for the week long Institute. The Institute is
specifically intended for directors with little professional library training
and/or experience and many sessions will focus on rural issues. Participants
can expect to enhance their administrative skills and further develop their
leadership techniques as the week's agenda concentrates on the overall operation
and management of a public library.
The Small Public Library Management Institute is sponsored by and
funded through a grant from the Illinois State Library. This grant covers
participants' food and lodging for the week, speakers, all materials for
sessions, and special Institute handouts. The only cost incurred by a
participant is a $50 registration fee and travel to and from the Institute in
Macomb.
I hope that public library directors will consider attending..."
Attendance is limited. Registration deadline is February 1, 1998. If
you are interested in attending, send BONNIE an e-mail message for a copy of
the registration packet.
CLASSROOM CONNECT'S INTERNET ACADEMY -- The premier regional Internet training
conference for K-12 educators will be held March 25-28, 1998 at the Arlington
Park Hilton in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Increase your technology skills in
24 hands-on labs. Meet new professional standards with in-depth pre-conference
training. Gain practical ideas and insights in over 35 concurrent sessions.
The one-day pass is $129, two-day pass is $199, hands-on labs are $40 each.
For complete information go to Classroom Connect's web site at
http://www.classroom.net/academy
FIRSTSEARCH WEB ENHANCEMENTS CONTINUE -- OCLS's ongoing effort to enhance the
Web interface of the OCLC FirstSearch service recently produced several
additional capabilities that improve searching power for users. The
FirstSearch Guided Tour (www.oclc.org/oclc/menu/fs.htm) has been updated to
reflect these enhancements. Users can now navigate more easily through search
results, use a new search history feature, and manipulate search sets. These
enhancements leverage the searching power of FirstSearch and make it easier to
browse and combine sets of search results.
JOB OPENINGS --
LIBRARY DIRECTOR. The Sycamore Public Library, Illinois, is seeking a
Director with an ALA/MLS and a minimum of two years professional experience in
a public library. Knowledge of fiscal and budgetary matters, technology
management, public relations, and community networking skills, and a
willingness to explore ways to improve library services are attributes the
board desires in a candidate. The library serves a community of 12,000 located
60 miles west of Chicago. The Carnegie building was recently expanded by
20,000 square feet and contains over 53,000 volumes. Staff of five full time
and 18 part time. Budget for FY 97-98 is $330,000. Salary $50,000.
Retirement and health benefits. Send letter of application and resume, with
three professional references, by March 1, 1998 to: Yvonne Johnson, President,
Board of Trustees, 1726 Brock Circle, Sycamore, IL 60178. AA/EOE
TECHNICAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN. Illinois Wesleyan University seeks
applicants for a tenure track position. IWU is a nationally ranked
undergraduate university of 1900 students that strives to provide a high quality
liberal arts education. The library emphasizes the use and integration of
technology in all aspects of library research. An aggressive development of
the book collection is part of the University strategic plan. This twelve
month appointment reporting to the University Librarian is a faculty position
with expectations for service and scholarship. Primary responsibility is
administration and coordination of the Technical Services Department.
Technical Services includes serials, acquisitions, cataloging, processing, and
maintenance of library materials. Position supervises three staff and numerous
student assistants. Will participate in redesigning workflow and planning the
local implementation of DRA as part of the statewide academic consortium. Will
participate in all aspects of library services including reference rotation,
library instruction, and faculty liaison program in assigned subject areas.
Requirements: MLS from an ALA accredited program. Technical services
experience in an automated environment including acquisition procedures,
cataloging, and serials' control. Experience with supervision, instruction,
and providing reference service. Ability to work independently and
collegially; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; interest in
innovation and adoption of library technology; strong organizational and
program solving skills; and a commitment to the service role of the library in
the academic setting. Preferred: additional graduate degree; knowledge of the
budgeting process; experience working with a client/server library automation
system. Screening of candidates will begin on January 1, 1998, and continue
until the position is filled, with appointment expected by August 1, 1998.
Send letter of application, vita, and three letters of reference to: Search
Committee, Illinois Wesleyan University, Sheean Library, P.O. Box 2899,
Bloomington, IL 61702-2899. Visit the library web site: http://www.iwu.edu/
library. Illinois Wesleyan is an equal opportunity employer and encourages
women and minorities to apply.
SYSTEMS. The Eden-Webster Library has an opening for a full-time
professional in Library Systems. Join a service-oriented team serving Eden
Theological Seminary and Webster University with over 60 campuses worldwide.
They offer an excellent benefits package, including tuition remission.
Qualifications include master's degree; experience in managing integrated
online systems (preferably Dynix), networks (including TCP/IP, Novell, and
CD-ROM LANs), and Internet services; experience in installing and maintaining
PCs and servers including both hardware and software; familiarity with library
operations in general (including MARC coding, AACR2, ILL and acquisitions);
ability to work effectively with diverse clientele; ability to communicate well
in both speech and writing. Send letter of applcation, resume, and names of
three professional references to Sue Wartzok, Head of Cataloging and Technical
Services, Eden-Webster Library, 475 E. Lockwood Ave., St. Louis, MO 63119
(phone (314) 968-7151l e-mail: swartzok@library2.websteruniv.edu) The
Eden-Webster Library is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
NORTHSTARNET MANAGER/NORTH SUBURBAN LIBRARY SYSTEM. This full time
position includes responsibility for development, growth and support of the
NorthStarNet Community WebSite initiatie. The NorthStarNet Manager will work
directly with the Assistant Director for Technology and the Manager of
Information Systems. The person in this position will be a major participant
in the planning of the next phase of NorthStarNet's expansion, and will be
responsible for successfully executing those plans. Minimum qualifications:
bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent working experience
(master's level preferred); outstanding skills in web design and related
Internet technologies; significant experience in successfully completing
technology projects; strong commitment to customer service and satisfaction;
effective verbal and written communication skills; experience in public
speaking; excellent group process skills; ability to organize and prioritize
multiple projects; effective problem solving and interpersonal skills; ability
to work effectively in teams with all levels of staff; a self-starter who
follows through on projects. Salary will be commensurate with applicant's
qualifications and experience, the minimum starting at $31,500/year. Excellent
benefits. Position reports to the Assistant Director for Technology. Please
send cover letter and resume to David Green, Assistant Director, North Suburban
Library System, 200 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling, IL 60090. Review of applicants
will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.
MULTITYPE CONSULTANT/NORTH SUBURBAN LIBRARY SYSTEM. The main purpose
of this full time position is to act as an advocate for and consultant to
academic, school, and special libraries and to integrate these libraries into
the North Suburban Library System as completely as possible. The person in
this position will plan and implement programs for special libraries and for
the school library forum. Will also work with the various youth service
groups. Minimum qualifications: MLS from an accredited ALA library school
program; experience in more than one type of library preferred; knowledge of
issues and concerns of academic, school, and special libraries; knowledge of
basic library automation and technology; effective verbal and written
communication skills; excellent group process skills; ability to organize and
prioritize multiple projects; effective problem solving and interpersonal
skills; ability to work effectively in teams with all levels of staff; a
self-starter who follows through on projects. Salary will be commensurate with
applicant's qualifications and experience starting at $31,500/year and up.
Excellent benefits. Position reports to the Assistant Director for Continuing
Education. Please send cover letter and resume to Miriam Pollack, Assistant
Director, North Suburban Library System, 200 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling, IL
60090.
BELLEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSING FOR ASBESTOS REMOVAL -- Like many libraries,
the Belleville PL has started the process of a major renovation/restoration
project. They are all looking forward to the final design of their facility.
However, to get there they must close for two weeks while an abatement team
removes all asbestos and lead. The dates for the abatement are December 22 -
January 5. During this time the main facility (BAA) will not be able to
fulfill requests from other libraries. The branch facility (BAA_BR) will be
fully functional. They apologize for the inconvenience and wish you a safe and
happy holiday.
CONSTRUCTION GRANT APPLICATIONS -- The following is a list of grant requests
from LCLS members received by the Illinois State Library for Live & Learn
Construction Grants. This program provides funds for construction, including
accessibility construction, as well as mini-grants. A total of fifty-seven
applications were received.
LIBRARY GRANT TYPE AMOUNT REQUESTED
Venice Accessibility $34,250
Cahokia Mini-Access $35,000
Centreville Mini $34,965
Collinsville Mini $35,000
Gillespie Mini $15,468
Greenville Mini $32,000
Hillsboro Mini $ 7,245.50
Litchfield Mini $35,000
Madison Mini-Access $35,000
Raymond Mini $35,000
Washington Park Mini-Access $24,500
Each of these applications will be evaluated by several reviewers including
Illinois State Library Staff, an architect, and others in the library field.
The recommendations will then be considered by the Illinois State Library
Advisory Committee at its March meeting and those recommended will be sent to
the Secretary of State for his recommendation.
CHRISTMAS IN CYBERSPACE (taken from the WEB watcher, Edwardsville
Intelligencer) --
http://www.algonet.se/~bernodot/christmas/calendar.html
It's Christmas around the world. Twenty-four different packages may be
unwrapped to reveal details on holiday traditions from dozens of cultures.
http://www.netzone.com/~medic/carols.html
Lyrics to dozens of Christmas songs. Old favorites like "Silent Night" are
featured along with the not-so-traditional "Grandma Got Run Over by a
Reindeer."
http://www.christree.org/
For those who enjoy live or cut Christmas trees, this sight offers helpful
hints on tree selection and care. Also includes a bit of trivia as well as
discussions on the environmental benefits of "real" Christmas trees.
http://www.claus.com/village.html
One for the young--and the young at heart. This sight features trips to Elf
School, the Toy Workshop, Mrs. Claus' Kitchen, and the Naughty and Nice
Archives.
http://www.execpc.com/~tmuth/st_john/xmas/main.htm
The true meaning of Christmas comes to life in cyberspace. This page offers
art, essays, and a more historical look at one of the world's most important
holidays.
HERE'S A FEW FROM MY COLLECTION:
http://www.bronners.com/
Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland - Bronner's is the world's largest Christmas
store located in Frankenmuth, Michigan. The site has catalog requests,
collectibles, Frenkenmuth links, ornaments and decorations, Silent Night
Chapel, store information and special events, fun facts and feature of the
month, and decorations for cities and shopping centers.
http://www.wwvisions.com/craftbb/ornament.html
All Season and Holiday Oranments Bulleton Board - You can get information on
making crafts, poems, virtual cards, crafty links, ask questions, etc.
http://www.merry-christmas.com/
Merry Christmas from Santa Claus at the North Pole - Nice site where you can
send Santa mail, recipes, movies, activities, music, Kringle tales, artwork,
coloring book, and games. It's sponsored by the American Lung Association.
ALA KIDS WEBSITE NEW! (submitted by Roxanne Bynum, BAA) -- ALA has a
cybercollection of 700 websites just for kids. Check it out at
http://www.ala.org/parentspage/greatsites/amazing.html
GREAT REFERENCE SITE (submitted by Roxanna Bynum, BAA) -- www.libraryspot.com/
is a really, really good site. It is a great reference site as well as fun for
professionals. Check out the humor section!
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM ISLMA CONTINUING EDUCATION COMMITTEE -- The School Library
Media Studies program at the University of Northern Iowa will be offering the
course Integrating Information Skills Across the Curriculum as a Web based
course in the spring semester, 1998. This course will explore information
literacy, process models, and strategies for integration across the curriculum.
This is a three-hour course which runs from February 3 to April 28 and the
instructor will be Dr. Marjorie Pappas. Students must have Internet and Web
access and a working knowledge of a Web browser. The course syllabus is posted
on the School Library Media Studies Web page: www.uni.edu/coe/ci/sims. For
further information contact the Continuing Education Department at UNI: (800)
772-1746 or marjorie.pappas@uni.edu.
FROM THE ISLAMANET LISTSERV IS A CITATION FOR A WEB SITE WHICH GIVES A GREAT
PICTURE OF THE RECENT SUMMIT ON KEEPING KIDS "SAFE" ON THE INTERNET. The
Netmom newsletter at www.netmom.com/news/issues/current.htm is a weekly
newsletter and this issue is filled with details about the many presenters and
exhibitors at the summit, along with a host of sites where you can get the full
text of a variety of presentations, lists of recommended sites, and details on
more "filters" than you knew existed. Whatever your current policies regarding
filters, etc. you may want to know about the great variety of approaches which
are out there.
ITEMS OF INTEREST (submitted by Joyce Reid, Hayner PLD) --
21ST CENTURY COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS FUNDED -- Hundreds of new
after-school centers in rural and urban schools across the United States will
be supported under the "21st Century Community Learning Centers" program which
received $40 million in the 1998 Labor-HHS-Education appropriations bill signed
into law last month. This is a major increase over the 1997 appropriation of
$1 million. A "notice inviting applications" for the program appeared in the
December 2 Federal Register. The notice tells that, under the program, grants
will be awarded to rural and inner-city public elementary or secondary school
-- to consortia of those schools, or local education agencies applying on their
behalf -- for planning, implementing, or expanding after-school projects. Only
applications that include significantly expanded learning opportunities for
children and youth, and that contribute to reduced drug use and violence, will
be funded. Partnerships with community-based organizations and consortia of
schools are encouraged to apply. The department expects to award 200-300
grants for up to three years, averaging $100,000 per center (ranging from
$35,000-$200,000). The application deadline is March 9, 1998. Applications
will be available December 16. The press release announcing the program is at:
http://www.ed.gov/PressReleases/12-1997/commlr.html. Also available is a
department report, "Keeping Schools Open as Community Learning Centers" July
1997.
READING COMIC BOOKS IMPROVES READING SKILLS -- In the latest edition of
his award-winning guide, "The Read-Aloud Handbook," author Jim Trelease notes a
recent study of more than 200,000 school children in 32 countries which found
that the nation with the highest student reading scores, Finland, also has the
highest proportion of school children who read comics almost every day.
Trelease also reports that a number of studies show that more top students in
all grades read comics or comic books than do lower-ranking students." In
addition, Trelease cites a 1993 article from the "Journal of Child Language"
which shows that the average comic book introduces children to nearly twice as
many new words as the average children's book, and nearly five times as many
new words as the average adult-child conversation.
MESSAGE FROM FRIENDS OF ILLINOIS LIBRARIES -- Friends of Illinois Libraries
(FOIL) was established in 1991 to provide a forum for Friends groups statewide.
The FOIL newsletter has been a popular arena for sharing fundraising ideas,
tips, and techniques. This newsletter now will be coordinated at North
Suburban Library System, with issues twice yearly. The next issue will be
published in March, 1998, with another issue in the fall of 1998. The
newsletter will also include general information that will be of interest to
your Friends group. This is your opportunity to stay connected with the other
Friends of the Library organizations in Illinois. Let us know what your group
is doing, what is working and what is not working. By sharing information, we
can all be the best friends possible to our libraries, our communities, and
each other. We welcome your contributions. Submit your news and tips to:
Shelly Begel, FOIL Newsletter Editor, 200 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling, IL 60089.
If you have any questions, Shelly can be reached at (847) 459-1300x138.
BLOOD DRIVE -- Hartford PLD is sponsoring a blood drive. Held in cooperation
with the American Red Cross, the blood drive will be held on Monday, December
22 from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Hartford PLD, 143 West Hawthorne Street.
There is a sign-up sheet at the library and can be reached by phone
(618/254-0304) or e-mail (HAE_ILL). Please make plans to attend. This is a
critical time for the Red Cross and your support is desperately needed. Blood
supply is running dangerously low, and the next six weeks is typically a
difficult time to collect blood. You could be saving a life.
LOST OR STOLEN LIBRARY CARDS --
Belleville PL patron Kathleen S. Norman, lost #1000700560872
FOR SALE --
Bethalto PLD will have about 200 flat folded-down boxes to sell in
packs of 36 each. They will sell for 25 cents a box. If you need storage
boxes or moving boxes this is a good deal. The boxes are in the new lower
level of their building and can be picked up with special arrangement (even on
Saturday). After they unload their books and materials, they will have used
boxes for free for patrons, the general public, or fellow libraries. If
interested send Mary Ellen an e-mail message at BEE_ILL.
Collinsville MPL has autographed copies of the author Dakin William's,
brother of Tennessee Williams, books -- Nails of Protest and Satanic Chapters
for $10 each. If interested send Barb an e-mail message at CVE_BARBARAR.
Belleville Township High School West has a 60-drawer card catalog for
sale. If interested call Sue Sharp at (618) 233-5070x666.
FREEBIES --
LCLS has the following available free to the first e-mailers to BONNIE:
A Virtuous Woman by Kaye Gibbons (3 copies)
Ellen Foster by Kaye Gibbons (3 copies)
Belleville PL Main has the following available to anyone that can use
them. If you are interested send Pat Miller an e-mail message at BAA_CIRC:
1 pkg 3"x5" DEMCO #38-204 juvenile patron application cards
3 pkg 3"x5" DEMCO #38-203 adult patron application cards
Belleville PL Branch has free audio-books to the first e-mailers
BAA_BRILL:
Berlin Stories by Christopher Isherwood, read by Michael York (2 copies)
Batman by Craig Shaw Gardner, read by Roddy McDowell (3 copies)
Predators Ball by Connie Bruck, read by Michael Jackson (sub-titled: The Junk
Bond Raiders and the Man Who Staked Them) (6 copies)
Little Green Men by B.B., read by Julie Andrews (4 copies)
Healing Heart by Norman Cousins, read by William Conrad (4 copies)
The Great Getty by Robert Lenzner, read by Liz Smith (subtitled The Life and
Loves of J. Paul Getty: The Richest Man in the World) (1 copy)
Paper Money by Ken Follet, ready John Standing (1 copy)
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, read by Julie Harris (5 copies)
Rage of Angels by Sidney Sheldon, read by Susannah York (1 copy)
Guest of Honor by Irving Wallace read by Roddy McDowell (6 copies)
Coming of Age by Timothy Ferris, read by Timothy Ferris (1 copy)
You and Your Baby's First Years by Dr. Sirgay Sanger (1 copy)
Jonathan Winter's Answers Your Telephone (3 copies)
Day of the Cheetah by Dale Brown, read by Joseph Campanella (2 copies)
Bull from the Sea by Mary Renault, read by Michael York (2 copies)
The King Must Die by Mary Renault, read by Michael York (2 copies)
The Updated Pritkin Program read by Carl Reiner (2 copies)
The Jewel that was Ours by Colin Dexter, read by Edward Woodward (1 copies)
Little Sister by Raymond Chandler, read by Elliot Gould (1 copy)
Poodle Springs by Raymond Chandler and Robert B. Parker, read by Elliot Gould
(2 copies)
Belleville East HS has the following available to the first phone
caller to Mary Lu Bretsch at (618) 233-5070x739:
Illinois Compiled Statutes, 1992 edition
Parcel post meter/scale
LOOKING FOR AN ORIGINAL OF THE BELLEVILLE NEWS-DEMOCRAT SUNDAY MAGAZINE FROM
JULY 20, 1997. If you have one please call Mary Lu Bretsch at (618)
233-5070x739.
LCLS VOICE MAIL EXTENSIONS (please print out and post if you don't already have
it posted):
Bruce Gates 201 Bill Rodgers 119
Sarah Heuertz 209 Charm Ruhnke 121
Sherry Highley 200 Rich Soehnlin 202
Jan Jones 118 Margaret Stefanak 115
Bonnie Klaus 100 Bill Stevens 106
Fred Lawson 108 Mary Stevens 101
Mike Long 109 Donna Vesper 110
Susan Lucco 120 Stephanie Xander 107
Kelley Meyer 140 Del Monken 203
***DON'T FORGET TO READ, DELETE, AND COMPRESS YOUR E-MAIL MESSAGES REGULARLY!**
**************(PLEASE REMEMBER ALL ACCOUNTS, i.e., ILL, CAT, etc.)*************
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