Title: BLACK HISTORY MONTH PANEL DISCUSSION ON FEB 05
Source: Barbados Government Information Service
Date: February 02, 2009
URL: http://www.barbados.gov.bb/site_search.asp?id=2009227587.txt
Abstract:
The article gives information on a panel discussion put on by National Library Service to celebrate black history month. The panel discussion was scheduled to take place at the library’s new headquarters. The the purpose of the discussion as stated in the article "is to sensitise Barbadians about the dynamics of business, and the way forward to achieve successful business enterprises."
Sunday 22 February 2009
'It will take a lot to fix old Library'
Title: 'It will take a lot to fix old Library'
Source: Nation News
Date: February 1 2009
URL: http://www.nationnews.com/story/360563188501758.php
Abstract:
The article reveals the hopes, aspirations and plans of the Minister of Community Development and Culture, Steve Blackett, that the old building of the Barbados Public Library will be refurbished and reopened by the end of the Government's first term. Some information is given about the old building as well as the shortage of trained librarians and other staff for the Barbados Public Library. Also mentioned is some of the Minister's plan for the Public Library and some of the challenges and opportunities that present themselves for the public library system.
Source: Nation News
Date: February 1 2009
URL: http://www.nationnews.com/story/360563188501758.php
Abstract:
The article reveals the hopes, aspirations and plans of the Minister of Community Development and Culture, Steve Blackett, that the old building of the Barbados Public Library will be refurbished and reopened by the end of the Government's first term. Some information is given about the old building as well as the shortage of trained librarians and other staff for the Barbados Public Library. Also mentioned is some of the Minister's plan for the Public Library and some of the challenges and opportunities that present themselves for the public library system.
Chess blossoms at Library
Author: Carl Jacobs
Title: Chess blossoms at Library
Source: Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
Date: February 18th, 2009
URL: http://guardian.co.tt/sports/other-sports/2009/02/19/chess-blossoms-library
Abstract:
Article on how the National Library of Trinidad and Tobago is serving as the venue and a centre for the hosting of chess competitions put on by the T&T Chess Foundation.
Title: Chess blossoms at Library
Source: Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
Date: February 18th, 2009
URL: http://guardian.co.tt/sports/other-sports/2009/02/19/chess-blossoms-library
Abstract:
Article on how the National Library of Trinidad and Tobago is serving as the venue and a centre for the hosting of chess competitions put on by the T&T Chess Foundation.
Bajan yankee donates house for library
Title: Bajan yankee donates house for library
Source: Nation News
Date: February 18 2009
URL: http://www.nationnews.com/story/334975070136828.php
Abstract:
A news report or article on the philanthropic donation by a former resident of Orange Hill for the establishment of a library facility for the community of Orange Hill, Barbados.
Source: Nation News
Date: February 18 2009
URL: http://www.nationnews.com/story/334975070136828.php
Abstract:
A news report or article on the philanthropic donation by a former resident of Orange Hill for the establishment of a library facility for the community of Orange Hill, Barbados.
Library for Orange Hill, Barbados
Title: ENRICHMENT CENTRE COMING FOR ORANGE HILL
Source: Barbados Government Information Service
Date: February 18, 2009
URL: http://www.barbados.gov.bb/site_search.asp?id=20092187665.txt
Excerpt from source
Residents of Orange Hill, St. James, will soon have an enrichment centre complete with library facilities at their disposal.
The amenities will be as a result of a recent donation of a half acre of land and a house to Government by former resident of the area, Gilbert Taylor.
Abstract:
Article on the philanthropic donation to establish a library in a community in Barbados that does not have any such facilities to benefit the community and its development.
Source: Barbados Government Information Service
Date: February 18, 2009
URL: http://www.barbados.gov.bb/site_search.asp?id=20092187665.txt
Excerpt from source
Residents of Orange Hill, St. James, will soon have an enrichment centre complete with library facilities at their disposal.
The amenities will be as a result of a recent donation of a half acre of land and a house to Government by former resident of the area, Gilbert Taylor.
Abstract:
Article on the philanthropic donation to establish a library in a community in Barbados that does not have any such facilities to benefit the community and its development.
Saturday 21 February 2009
JLS Commended for 60 Years of Outstanding Achievements
Title: JLS Commended for 60 Years of Outstanding Achievements
Source: OCHO RIOS Jamaica Information Service (JIS)
Date: Friday, February 20, 2009
URL: http://jis.gov.jm/education/html/20090220T090000-0500_18554_JIS_JLS_COMMENDED_FOR_60_YEARS_OF_OUTSTANDING_ACHIEVEMENTS.asp
Excerpt from source
Minister of Education, Andrew Holness, has commended the Jamaica Library Service (JLS) on six decades of outstanding achievements.
The Minister, who was addressing the JLS' 60th anniversary international conference recently at the Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, said that the institution has done an excellent job over the years in modernising its operations and improving service delivery, in response to technological changes and the needs of the public.
Abstract
A summary of the Minister's speech at the Jamaica Library Service International conference, highlighting the Minister's perception as to the contribution of the public library to Jamaica and its future role in Jamaica's development.
Source: OCHO RIOS Jamaica Information Service (JIS)
Date: Friday, February 20, 2009
URL: http://jis.gov.jm/education/html/20090220T090000-0500_18554_JIS_JLS_COMMENDED_FOR_60_YEARS_OF_OUTSTANDING_ACHIEVEMENTS.asp
Excerpt from source
Minister of Education, Andrew Holness, has commended the Jamaica Library Service (JLS) on six decades of outstanding achievements.
The Minister, who was addressing the JLS' 60th anniversary international conference recently at the Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, said that the institution has done an excellent job over the years in modernising its operations and improving service delivery, in response to technological changes and the needs of the public.
Abstract
A summary of the Minister's speech at the Jamaica Library Service International conference, highlighting the Minister's perception as to the contribution of the public library to Jamaica and its future role in Jamaica's development.
Thursday 19 February 2009
National Library to publish its 30th anniversary publication
I have gotten information that the National Library of Jamaica (NLJ) is to celebrate its 30th anniversary. As a part of its activities, NLJ wants to launch a 30th anniversary publication.
See the link for details: http://www.nlj.org.jm/NLJ_RFP.pdf.
Title: National Library of Jamaica Request for Proposal: Production of 30th Anniversary Publication
SOURCE: National Library of Jamaica
Excerpt from the source:
The National Library of Jamaica (NLJ) hereby requests proposals from suitably qualified consultants for the preparation and production of a publication to mark its 30th anniversary as a National Library (1979-2009).
This publication will document the full history of the institution – written and oral - dating back to 1894 when it was first established as the West India Reference Library (WIRL). The publication will also seek to promote the functions, purposes and services of the organization.
See the link for details: http://www.nlj.org.jm/NLJ_RFP.pdf.
Title: National Library of Jamaica Request for Proposal: Production of 30th Anniversary Publication
SOURCE: National Library of Jamaica
Excerpt from the source:
The National Library of Jamaica (NLJ) hereby requests proposals from suitably qualified consultants for the preparation and production of a publication to mark its 30th anniversary as a National Library (1979-2009).
This publication will document the full history of the institution – written and oral - dating back to 1894 when it was first established as the West India Reference Library (WIRL). The publication will also seek to promote the functions, purposes and services of the organization.
The NLJ was established in 1979 to collect, preserve and facilitate access to the national collection - nation’s history and heritage. The National Library of Jamaica currently offers to its users the following services:
- consultation for research and study of the materials in its possession including film and sound resources;
- free internet access;
- reproduction of some resources
- and the assigning of International Standard Book Numbers (ISBN) as well as
International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN); - distribution of library management software CDS/ISIS to over three hundred libraries across the country
- and preparing Cataloguing-In-Publication (CIP) for local publishers.
National Library of Jamaica Seminar
EVENT: National Library of Jamaica Seminar
THEME: “Building the Jamaica Union Catalogue: The Information Portal for All”
DATE: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
TIME: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
VENUE: Knutsford Court Hotel
SPONSOR: National Library of Jamaica
URL: http://www.nlj.org.jm/NLJ_Seminar_2009.pdf
TOPICS:
CDS/ISIS User Group Meeting
THEME: “Building the Jamaica Union Catalogue: The Information Portal for All”
DATE: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
TIME: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
VENUE: Knutsford Court Hotel
SPONSOR: National Library of Jamaica
URL: http://www.nlj.org.jm/NLJ_Seminar_2009.pdf
TOPICS:
- Concept of National Union Catalogue
- Cataloguing Issues and Indexing
- Technological Challenges & Opportunities
CDS/ISIS User Group Meeting
Thursday 12 February 2009
CITO of the Jamaican Government to host regional Knowledge Management Summit
Event: CITO’s 6th Annual Regional Summit
Theme: Knowledge Management: A lifeline in these challenging times
Date: May 20-21, 2009,
Location: Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
URL: http://cito.gov.jm/content/annual-regional-summit-2009
Excerpt from Source:
How will the private and public sector navigate the road to knowledge management and be competitive and offer exemplary service? How will the public sector meet the objectives of the Vision 2030 Jamaica and the e-Powering Jamaica 2012 initiatives? These and other issues will be the focus of the next CITO Summit May 20-21, 2009.
Abstract:
Site containing information on the regional summit to be hosted by the Central Information Technology Office of the Government of Jamaica. Background information is given on the summit, including its objectives and the issues that will be examined.
Theme: Knowledge Management: A lifeline in these challenging times
Date: May 20-21, 2009,
Location: Jamaica Pegasus Hotel
URL: http://cito.gov.jm/content/annual-regional-summit-2009
Excerpt from Source:
How will the private and public sector navigate the road to knowledge management and be competitive and offer exemplary service? How will the public sector meet the objectives of the Vision 2030 Jamaica and the e-Powering Jamaica 2012 initiatives? These and other issues will be the focus of the next CITO Summit May 20-21, 2009.
Abstract:
Site containing information on the regional summit to be hosted by the Central Information Technology Office of the Government of Jamaica. Background information is given on the summit, including its objectives and the issues that will be examined.
JTI Reports Marked Success with Export Centre/Business Information Point Project
Title: JTI Reports Marked Success with Export Centre/Business Information Point Project
Source: KINGSTON (JIS)- Jamaica Information Service
Date Friday, February 06, 2009
URL: http://jis.gov.jm/commerce_science/html/20090206T090000-0500_18330_JIS_JTI_REPORTS_MARKED_SUCCESS_WITH_EXPORT_CENTRE_BUSINESS_INFORMATION_POINT_PROJECT.asp
Abstract:
Details are given about the Jamaica Trade and Invest (JTI) Export Centre/Business Information Point (EC/BIP)project. This is a project set up to serve Small and Medium Enterprises in Jamaica. Business Facilitation Manager at the JTI, Marlene Porter, provides an evaluation of the project, its implementation, successes and the activities surrounding its implementation. Also revealed in Porter's comments, is the purpose of the project and the aspirations of the impact it will have on the target group (SMEs).
Source: KINGSTON (JIS)- Jamaica Information Service
Date Friday, February 06, 2009
URL: http://jis.gov.jm/commerce_science/html/20090206T090000-0500_18330_JIS_JTI_REPORTS_MARKED_SUCCESS_WITH_EXPORT_CENTRE_BUSINESS_INFORMATION_POINT_PROJECT.asp
Abstract:
Details are given about the Jamaica Trade and Invest (JTI) Export Centre/Business Information Point (EC/BIP)project. This is a project set up to serve Small and Medium Enterprises in Jamaica. Business Facilitation Manager at the JTI, Marlene Porter, provides an evaluation of the project, its implementation, successes and the activities surrounding its implementation. Also revealed in Porter's comments, is the purpose of the project and the aspirations of the impact it will have on the target group (SMEs).
Export and Business Information Centre comes to Westmoreland
Title: Westmoreland Gets Export/Business Information Centre
Source: MONTEGO BAY (JIS):
Date: Monday, February 09, 2009
URL: http://jis.gov.jm/commerce_science/html/20090209T090000-0500_18377_JIS_WESTMORELAND_GETS_EXPORT_BUSINESS_INFORMATION_CENTRE.asp
Abstract:
Report on the launch or opening of an export and business information centre for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Jamaica. The opening took place at the Savanna-La-Mar Civic Centre on Great George Street. It was conducted by Jamaica Trade and Invest (JTI), in partnership with the Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce. The hopes, mission, objectives and expectations about how the centre will serve the SME sector in Westmoreland are expressed by President of the JTI, Robert Gregory.
Source: MONTEGO BAY (JIS):
Date: Monday, February 09, 2009
URL: http://jis.gov.jm/commerce_science/html/20090209T090000-0500_18377_JIS_WESTMORELAND_GETS_EXPORT_BUSINESS_INFORMATION_CENTRE.asp
Abstract:
Report on the launch or opening of an export and business information centre for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Jamaica. The opening took place at the Savanna-La-Mar Civic Centre on Great George Street. It was conducted by Jamaica Trade and Invest (JTI), in partnership with the Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce. The hopes, mission, objectives and expectations about how the centre will serve the SME sector in Westmoreland are expressed by President of the JTI, Robert Gregory.
Tuesday 10 February 2009
UWI Mona Campus Opens New Postgraduate Learning Commons
Notice:
The following is a record of an event that took place on Thursday February 5, 2009. While I was present at the event, and am capable of providing further information/details, seeing that I have no formal training in journalism, I prefer to report the facts that have been documented elsewhere. My personal belief is that journalism is a profession and that those who are trained to report events should do the job. However, news will not always be discovered by the journalist. As such, as a citizen journalist I provide the sources of information, whereby the real journalists and researchers can investigate the actual facts.
Event: The Opening of the New Postgraduate Learning Commons at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus Main Library.
Location:The Mezzanine Floor of the Main Library of the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Kingston 7, Jamaica, W.I.
Source: University of the West Indies, Mona Campus
URL: http://www.mona.uwi.edu/notices/2009/pglc.pdf
Abstract:
The Principal Prof. Gordon Shirley, opened the Library's new
Postgraduate Learning Commons (PGLC) on Thursday February 5, 2009. The ribbon was cut by the Vice Chancellor Prof. Nigel Harris and one of the former Prime Minister of Jamaica, now Honorary Distinguished Fellow, Hon. Edward Seaga.
The PGLC room will be open to postgraduates from Friday February 6, 2009.
The following is a record of an event that took place on Thursday February 5, 2009. While I was present at the event, and am capable of providing further information/details, seeing that I have no formal training in journalism, I prefer to report the facts that have been documented elsewhere. My personal belief is that journalism is a profession and that those who are trained to report events should do the job. However, news will not always be discovered by the journalist. As such, as a citizen journalist I provide the sources of information, whereby the real journalists and researchers can investigate the actual facts.
Event: The Opening of the New Postgraduate Learning Commons at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus Main Library.
Location:The Mezzanine Floor of the Main Library of the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Kingston 7, Jamaica, W.I.
Source: University of the West Indies, Mona Campus
URL: http://www.mona.uwi.edu/notices/2009/pglc.pdf
Abstract:
The Principal Prof. Gordon Shirley, opened the Library's new
Postgraduate Learning Commons (PGLC) on Thursday February 5, 2009. The ribbon was cut by the Vice Chancellor Prof. Nigel Harris and one of the former Prime Minister of Jamaica, now Honorary Distinguished Fellow, Hon. Edward Seaga.
The PGLC room will be open to postgraduates from Friday February 6, 2009.
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