Tuesday November 25, 2008
Talking with Margaret Throsby
Margaret Throsby came to Mosman Library last week to talk about her new book, a collection of interviews from her ABC radio program. She gave us a look behind the scenes of the show, but also spoke about her pioneering role as a woman on radio and television (she was the first woman to read the ABC television news nationally). She also confessed to not having returned our copy of Flopsy Flatfoot that she borrowed in 1955.
Friday November 21, 2008
Get your free street press at Mosman Library
If you read Drum Media, The Brag or 3D World, you’ll know that it’s been a lot harder to get them in Mosman since the only record shop in Mosman, Spit Music, closed its doors last month.
One of our customers suggested we stock them.
Michiko said “your library has a very good alternative rock/Australian artist CD collection – it would be ideal for your music lovers to have Drum delivered to your library so they could read about the artists that you have in your collection. Also the library would be a convenient, safe and legally accessible place for young people who love music to pick up a copy of Drum.”
We agree and we’re happy to inform you that Drum Media, The Brag and 3D World are now being delivered to Mosman Library.
We’re open 7 days a week, and open late on Tuesday and Thursday nights. Pass by and pick up your copy.
Friday November 14, 2008
It's not just books!
Do you know someone who has difficulty reading and therefore does not come to Mosman Library?
You might like to tell them that we have a lot of other resources apart from books for them to borrow. We have audio books, DVDs, graphic novels, magazines and music CDs for all to enjoy.
Wednesday August 20, 2008
New microfiche/film reader for Mosman Library
Mosman Library recently purchased a state of the art microfiche and film reader/printer. Housed in the Local Studies Collection, it makes it much easier to view items from our archives.
Newspapers, family history records and Council Meeting minutes can all be viewed on the same machine.
Plus, records can be printed out for a small fee.
Monday April 21, 2008
Community Directory upgraded
Our Community Directory is the best way to find contact details for community services and facilities in Mosman and around Sydney.
Mosman-area information is maintained by our Community Information Librarians as part of LINCS (Local Information Network for Community Services), a partnership of over 30 local councils, state government departments and community organisations.
Access the Community Directory.
Friday March 28, 2008
Exciting News
Mosman Library has a new way to view back issues of the Sydney Morning Herald.
Fairfax Digital Editions contains every page, article, photo, table, advertisement, crossword and cartoon featured since January 2006.
The paper is shown in a true to print format so it is just like looking at the real thing, and when you want to view an article it enlarges it for you!
Searching is easy with the new interface or you can simply browse through the full colour pages at the touch of a button.
Ask at the reference desk.
Tuesday January 29, 2008
A timesaving tip when browsing our catalogue
If you use the Firefox web browser, get this great add-on called Easy Record View. It’ll make browsing our online catalogue easier.
When you’ve done a search and a list of items is displayed, move your mouse over a title and a box will pop up with all the details for the item, including where copies are held and if they’re available or on loan.
Easy Record View will save you lots of clicks!
Friday January 18, 2008
Read a good book this summer? Tell someone about it!
Join Mosman Library’s summer reading program for adults and you could win fabulous prizes. Read a book, write a short review and go into the draw. Winners will be drawn each week in January.
Just ask our friendly staff for your review form when you check out your books or submit your review online.
Here’s what some of our patrons have been recommending…
Wednesday December 5, 2007
State Library updates
The State Library of New South Wales has a ‘new look’ website at www.sl.nsw.gov.au.
On the front page is a quick search option including a manuscript and picture search through PICMAN. While the images mostly concern New South Wales, there are strong 19th century holdings of other Australian states as well as the Pacific region.
There is also a new advanced search facility that enables more precise search and retrieval.
If you find items in the catalogue that interest you, most of the collection can be obtained for you via Inter-Library Loan for a cost of $3.30.
Friday June 22, 2007
Library systems upgraded
Mosman Library and Shorelink have upgraded their electronic library systems to provide a more streamlined service for customers.
First customer on the upgraded system, Thursday 21 June.
The new Java based Unicorn Management System will not look any different on the screen at home but behind the scenes big changes are underway at the Library.
As with any new computer system, we are encountering a few teething problems, but overall the new interface will further enable us to help you find the information that you want.
By the way, if you’re interested in some of the thinking behind Library systems, take a look at Stephen’s Lighthouse, a blog by Stephen Abram, Vice President of Innovation at SirsiDynix.