Archive for March, 2008
Monday, March 31st, 2008
MLA Résumé Clinic
The Medical Library Association (MLA) Professional Recruitment and Retention Committee (PRRC) is pleased to announce the Annual Meeting’s (Chicago) Personalized Résumé Clinic.
Call for volunteers and participants:
The PRRC needs volunteer reviewers willing to spend 1 hour minimum, assisting participants (reviewees) with the creation of their cover letters and résumés. Each reviewee will have 15-20 minutes [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Annual Meeting, First-Time Attendees, New Members, Volunteer by LAC Publicity Subcommittee
Friday, March 28th, 2008
On Stage in Chicago - Part II
In a previous post, we highlighted Broadway shows and local theater companies on stage in Chicago. Here are some music and dance venues you may also want to consider during your visit.
Are you looking for a colleague who would also like to attend a performance? Leave a comment below.
Chicago Opera Theater
Address: 70 East Lake Street
Phone:312-704-8414
John [...]
2 Comments » - Posted in Music, Things to do by LAC Publicity Subcommittee
Thursday, March 27th, 2008
Time is Running Out for Early-Bird Registration
You still have time! Register for MLA ‘08 by Friday, April 11th to receive the early-bird discount and save $60.
A variety of packages are available, from One-Day registration to the Super-Inclusive plus Internet (which will get you online access in the Hyatt public areas). Visit the MLA ‘08 meeting website for details and to register [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Annual Meeting by LAC Publicity Subcommittee
Tuesday, March 25th, 2008
Exploring the Art Institute of Chicago
Built on rubble from the 1871 Chicago fire, the Art Institute of Chicago had a visionary purpose: to acquire and exhibit art of all kinds and to conduct programs of education. Now the collection encompasses more than 5,000 years of human expression from cultures around the world. Artists represented by its masterpieces include Picasso, Renoir, [...]
1 Comment » - Posted in Museums, Things to do by LAC Publicity Subcommittee
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008
Making Conference Roommate Connections
Hotel accommodations are a significant expense associated with attending the MLA Annual Meeting. Sharing a room with a colleague can make the meeting more affordable, and sometimes even more fun.
Do you have a room reservation at the Hyatt or Hotel Orrington that you’re willing to share? Are you looking for another like-minded librarian to share [...]
2 Comments » - Posted in Hotel by LAC Publicity Subcommittee
Monday, March 17th, 2008
Feeling Irish?
You may not have been here to see the River turn green for St. Patrick’s Day, but rest assured there’s no shortage of Irish spirit–and Irish pubs–in Chicago. (photo from GreenChicagoRiver.com)
There are many options within walking distance of the conference hotel. North of the Chicago River are a slew of Irish-themed bars, including several on [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Restaurants by LAC Publicity Subcommittee
Wednesday, March 12th, 2008
MLA Hotel Update - block of rooms available at Hotel Orington
As we mentioned in a previous post, Chicago hotel rooms are going fast for the week of the Annual Meeting. Currently, MLA’s hotel room block at the Hyatt is sold out for one night–Sunday, May 18th.
In response, MLA has secured a block of rooms at the Hotel Orrington, 1710 Orrington Avenue, Evanston, Illinois. The MLA [...]
No Comments » - Posted in Hotel by LAC Publicity Subcommittee
Monday, March 3rd, 2008
On Stage in Chicago
Thinking of seeing a show while you’re in Chicago?
“Chicago is a great theater town, so if you want to see one of the Broadway plays running at downtown venues or sample superb regional companies, it is smart to plan ahead”
A great tip from Local Assistance Committee members James Shedlock, Christine Frank, and Debra Werner! You [...]
