Califa understands the necessity in providing its membership with the most current and accurate news and information about our products and services. We provide this information through numerous communication channels such as our Web site, blog, LISTSERVs, email correspondences, committees, and task teams.
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Latest news (updated 7/31/10):
Califa Letter to eBook Creators
Many people in the world of libraries have been trying to determine a sustainable business model to provide eBook access to the users of public
libraries. Along with a consortium in Florida, Califa has published an Open Letter to eBook Creators. Our intent is to persuade publishers
to make popular eBook titles available for lending. This was a topic much discussed at ALA last month and a resolution was passed by the Council
to appoint a working group to develop policy and determine a process for moving forward.
As partners, Califa and OCLC will collaborate on programs and activities to enhance services and expand educational
opportunities to members of both organizations. Read the news release here.
Our Web Conference is coming up!
Get lots of new and exciting information, share stories, network and learn, all from the comfort of your own desk. Attend The Edgy Librarian our inaugural web conference, January 20, 2010.
Email Heather Teysko with questions.
Mobile phone apps from Boopsie
Your users are on their cell phones - reach them there with this vendor that is making mobile-phone native applications for libraries.
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Free DeskStats from Altarama
Altarama is graciously offering all Califa members a free trial of DeskStats for the rest of the calendar year with no obligation necessary.
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ICOLC Statement on the Economic Crisis
Califa has endorsed the ICOLC (International Coalition of Library Consortia) Statement on the Global Economic Crisis. View it here and
email Heather Teysko with questions.
Text-a-Librarian
A new SMS Reference Service allowing librarians to interact with mobile-phone-using patrons using their computer. A bulk order is being put together for
the end of March 2009.
Email Heather Teysko with questions.
Member Savings Report
We have just completed the 2008 Member Savings Report. View it here and make sure your library is getting the
most out of your membership dollar.
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