Witherle Memorial Library
We have been experiencing a slow down of the Sierra system as well. This
has gone on for about a month on and off.
Debra Orado
Youth Services Librarian
Castine, Maine
On Thu, Jun 23, 2022 at 4:00 AM MELIBS-L automatic digest system <
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> There are 9 messages totaling 308 lines in this issue.
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> Topics of the day:
>
> 1. Downlaodable/Cloud Library Payment
> 2. Auburn needs large bags
> 3. Censored Authors Speak - EveryLibrary
> 4. CD case vendor
> 5. Is anyone experiencing Sierra acting very slow? (2)
> 6. Congratulations to Librarian of the Year, Angie Herrick
> 7. Ink Cartridge-FREE
> 8. Harland Eastman books up for grabs
>
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>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:51:55 -0400
> From: James Jackson Sanborn <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Re: Downlaodable/Cloud Library Payment
>
> Good Morning all-
> I have been working in batches to get all of the renewal invoices sent out
> this year, but I have been woefully slow and behind schedule.
>
> The last of the batches should go out today or tomorrow at the latest.
> I know this is late in the fiscal year for most libraries so my apologies
> for being so late with these. I'm sorry for any budgetary or timing issues
> I'm causing libraries.
>
> No libraries are going to be cut off or considered late because of this, so
> please don't worry that your members are going to lose access.
>
> Again, my apologies to the libraries that have not yet received their
> invoices-- you should be hearing from me very soon.
>
> Best
> -James
>
>
> _____________________________
> James M Jackson Sanborn (he/him)
> Executive Director, Maine InfoNet
> 5784 York Village, Suite 58
> Orono, Maine 04469-5784
> 207-581-3083
> fax: 207-581-3095
> james.jacksonsanborn@m <[log in to unmask]>ainei
> <[log in to unmask]>nfonet.org
>
>
> On Tue, Jun 21, 2022 at 6:05 PM Lesley Unger-Mochrie <
> [log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
> > Hi Cara,
> >
> > I, too, hope that I wasn't missed in the renewal process. My fiscal year
> > end is in but 9 days and I'd like to fit it in before the year rolls
> over.
> >
> > Thanks to whomever can help!
> >
> > Lesley Unger
> > Library Director
> > Springvale Public Library
> > 443 Main St
> > Springvale ME 04083
> > wk: 207-324-4624
> > Cell: 603-866-4164
> > she/her
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > > On June 21, 2022 3:37 PM Cara Sawyer <
> > [log in to unmask] mailto:
> > [log in to unmask] > wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > > Hi All,
> > >
> > > Does anyone know if the MaineInfonet paperwork/email has gone out
> > for the
> > > library subscriptions to CloudLibrary? I know we paid it back in
> May
> > last
> > > year but we haven't received any information about it this year.
> > With the
> > > amount of use this service gets from our patrons I would hate to
> > lose it
> > > due to miscommunication.
> > >
> > > Any info would be greatly appreciated!
> > >
> > > Thanks!
> > >
> > > Cara E. Sawyer
> > > Library Director
> > > Cherryfield Free Public Library
> > > PO Box 121
> > > 35 Main Street
> > > Cherryfield, ME 04622
> > > 207-546-4228
> > > [log in to unmask] mailto:
> > [log in to unmask]
> > > www.cherryfieldlibrary.com
> > >
> >
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:59:38 -0400
> From: Beth Campbell <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Auburn needs large bags
>
> Hello!
> Our large bag supply has been depleted here in Auburn, so if anyone has a
> few to send our way, we'd appreciate it very much.
> Thanks, Beth
>
> --
> Beth Campbell
> Interlibrary Loan Technician
> Auburn Public Library
> 207-333-6640 ext 2002
> [log in to unmask]
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:32:50 +0000
> From: David Smith <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Censored Authors Speak - EveryLibrary
>
> Hello,
>
> If you have not already come across information on this upcoming event, I
> thought I would pass it along.
>
> Censored Authors Speak: Fourth of July and the Freedom to Read
> Wednesday June 29th at 8 PM, livestreaming on Facebook and YouTube.
> "Join our panel of authors as they discuss how the rise in censorship and
> the increased suppression of ideas and perspectives of diverse authors
> intersects with our conception of America, and the rights and freedoms that
> are celebrated on July 4th."
> https://www.everylibrary.org/cas2
>
> I have previously attended other virtual events and workshops sponsored by
> EveryLibrary and have found them to be excellent.
>
> Thanks,
>
> David O. Smith
> Associate Director of Library Services
>
> 180 W River Rd, Waterville, ME 04901
> (207) 859-1235
> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:50:15 +0000
> From: "Joshua W. Gauthier" <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: CD case vendor
>
> Hello all,
>
> I'm hoping someone may be able to help us out with a problem. The single
> and double capacity CD cases we were buying from Demco seem to have been
> discontinued, and we're having difficulty finding a replacement option.
>
> Specifically, we're looking for cases that:
>
> * Are single and double capacity for CDs
>
> * Have a front and back pocket on the case to hold booklets and
> other material-not just a single sleeve
>
> * Do not need to have a locking mechanism
>
> * Are not the extra thin or traditional retail jewel cases
>
> If you have any leads on where to find these cases, it would be
> appreciated. Thanks!
>
> -Josh
>
> Josh Gauthier
> he/him/his
> Technical services library technician
>
> 200 Lisbon St., Lewiston, ME 04240
> (207) 513-3004, ext. 3510
>
> Visit us at LPLonline.org<http://lplonline.org/>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 12:50:10 -0400
> From: Joyce Garland <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Is anyone experiencing Sierra acting very slow?
>
> We are having issues with Sierra acting very slow this morning.
>
> Joyce Garland
> Director
> Calais Free Library
> 9 Union Street
> Calais, Maine
> 04619
> 207 454-2758
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:52:43 -0400
> From: Katie Lyons <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Re: Is anyone experiencing Sierra acting very slow?
>
> Yes, it's been acting slow here since yesterday, and affecting things
> like TixKeeper as well. I've opened a support ticket.
>
>
>
> Katie Lyons
> Circulation Supervisor
> Rice Public Library, Kittery
> 207-439-1553 x2
>
> Quoting Joyce Garland <[log in to unmask]>:
>
> > We are having issues with Sierra acting very slow this morning.
> >
> > Joyce Garland
> > Director
> > Calais Free Library
> > 9 Union Street
> > Calais, Maine
> > 04619
> > 207 454-2758
> >
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 18:14:44 +0000
> From: David Smith <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Congratulations to Librarian of the Year, Angie Herrick
>
> A belated congratulations to Angie Herrick.
>
> It’s in the books: Skowhegan library director receives top state award
>
> https://www.centralmaine.com/2022/06/19/its-in-the-books-skowhegan-library-director-gets-top-state-award/
>
> 😊
>
> David O. Smith
> Associate Director of Library Services
>
> 180 W River Rd, Waterville, ME 04901
> (207) 859-1235
> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 17:02:09 -0400
> From: Jen Dupree <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Ink Cartridge-FREE
>
> Anyone need a Brother LC 103 CL (magenta)?
>
> Free to anyone on the van delivery!
>
> Jen
>
> --
> Jen Dupree
> Director, Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library
> 207-925-3177
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2022 17:29:51 -0400
> From: Library Director <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Harland Eastman books up for grabs
>
> Hi everyone, I have a copy of each of the following up for grabs:
>
> Villages on the Mousam: Sanford and Springvale, Maine by Harland Eastman
>
> A Cluster of Maine Villages: Sanford and Springvale, Acton, Shapleigh, and
> Alfred by Harland Eastman
>
> Free to anyone on the van!
>
> Isabel Turk
> Director
> Parsons Memorial Library
> 27 Saco Rd.
> Alfred, ME. 04002
> 207-324-2001
>
> Mon: 11-6
> Tues: 10-4
> Wed: 11-6
> Sat: 10-3
>
> “Libraries Are Forever!"
>
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>
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