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January 15, 2009 — Vol. 9, No. 1

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IYA2009: Astronomy Exhibit Opens at Davis

IYA2009

Visit the Davis Centre Library to take in The Invention of the Telescope exhibit, opening this Saturday, January 17th. Launched in conjunction with UW's IYA2009 kick-off events, this exhibit is the first in a series focusing on astronomy topics to be exhibited throughout the year. [full article - IYA2009] 15 Jan 2009

Winter Workshops — Registration Open

Winter workshops

Registration is now open for the Library's winter workshop series. This semester's sessions include an updated Find Books and More session that focuses primarily on the Library's new smart search tool, Primo Beta. [full article - Winter Workshops] 15 Jan 2009

Map Library Now Offering Chat Reference

Map Library's Chat ReferenceEver need assistance with maps, GIS, or related topics? Staff at the Map Library are now offering chat reference 1:30-4:30 pm, Monday to Friday to assist you with your cartographic and GIS questions. [full article - Chat Reference] 15 Jan 2009

Special Collections Showcases Its Children's Facsimiles

Children's facsimilesDo you have an interest in or affection for children's books? Visit Special Collections' display cases in Porter to view the department's colourful exhibit of early English children's facsimiles. [full article - Children's Facsimiles] 15 Jan 2009

New Resources

ASTM Standards

If you have ever had trouble trying to find an ASTM standard, you will be happy to learn that all current ASTM standards are now available online. [full article - ASTM Standards] 15 Jan 2009

Center for Research Libraries - Update

Center for Research LibrariesThe Center for Research Libraries (CRL) recently added over $172,000 worth of content to its collection that is now available to UW researchers. [full article - CRL] 15 Jan 2009

Updates

Request-Only Date Due Slips

In an effort to be more environmentally friendly and reduce costs, date due slips will no longer be printed at any of the Library's Circulation Desks unless requested. [full article - Date Due Slips] 15 Jan 2009

New Smart Search Tool — Update

Primo BetaHave you had a chance to try the Library's new smart search tool, Primo Beta, yet? Linked to within the TRELLIS catalogue, Primo Beta is already becoming the search tool of choice for many. Find out how it can transform your searching experience. [full article - Primo Beta] 15 Jan 2009

Web Picks

LIFE Photo Archive

LIFE photo archiveIf you are looking for a worthy distraction, check out the LIFE photo archive recently added to Google's image search. [full article - Life Magazine] 15 Jan 2009

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January 15, 2009