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Polaris PowerPac catalog
training
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Polaris PowerPac
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Every Friday at 1:00 pm we have staff
available to help with learning the online catalog.
There is also a brochure for using
PowerPac the online catalog. Here
is a link to that brochure.
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With the new upgrades to Polaris in June 2007 there is a new
version of the online catalog. Some enhancements include
drop down information for call number and availability, making
lists of items you choose from a search, and a new CHILDREN'S
CATALOG.
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New York Newspapers:
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These collections are growing:
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Through the NOVEL databases the library makes
available newspapers from around the state. The number of
newspapers available continue to grow.
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Music CDs
Books on CD
VHS videos
DVDs
Large Type books
Paperback books
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NYPL library card
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Did you know?
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Anyone living in New York State can get a borrowers
card from the New York Public Library. This will allow you to borrow
books if you happen to be down in the City, but best of all you can access
the databases purchased by NYPL.
Just go to: http://www.nypl.org
This wonderful generosity by NYPL is due to their getting state funds
to help pay for the databases.
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We have two BIG EYEs available for loan. These are high
intensity lights with a 5-inch magnifying glass attached. This light/magnifier can be
an excellent tool for anyone who needs help seeing those small projects, or tiny parts.
Stop in and ask the staff about checking one out on loan.
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Career Pamphlets:
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College Information Online - Search:
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Published by the Institute for Research in Chicago, we have over 300 pamphlets
each one on a specific profession, description of work duties, path you will
need to get there, where you can work, real life stories, training programs, earnings,
and even disadvantages of the profession. In the back of each pamphlet is a list of
associations and organizations, publications, and other tips on obtaining information
on the particular career. There is a list of the pamphlets attached to the end shelf
in the periodical section of the Adult Library.
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http://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/cool/search
"The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
(IPEDS) College Opportunities On-line (COOL)
is a direct link to nearly 7,000 colleges and universities in the country."
They offer:
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College Reference Books:
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Information on New York State's College Financial Aid:
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We have new college books available. From two year community colleges to four year colleges.
Graduate and professional programs to financial aid and scholarships. To find out more
click here.
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We have a list of statewide activities and regional contacts; "How to Apply" fact sheet;
2007-08 Student Financial Aid wall chart; and "Get the Facts about Financial Aid" fliers.
Come to the library to obtain your information on New York State's college financial aid
packages.
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Newsletters:
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We publish a newsletter periodically to inform the public of new services, upcoming events,
and changes we are making in the library. Stop in for your copy or click onto the link on
the Newsletter link above.
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