Re: [CODE4LIB] Directories of OAI-PMH repositories

2013-02-08 Thread Owen Stephens
Also see OpenDOAR http://www.opendoar.org We used this listing when building Core http://core.kmi.open.ac.uk/search - which aggregates and does full-text analysis and similarity matching across OA repositories Owen Owen Stephens Owen Stephens Consulting Web: http://www.ostephens.com Email:

[CODE4LIB] Deadline for Elag 2013 proposals extended to 15 February

2013-02-08 Thread Boheemen, Peter van
We have extended the deadline for your ELAG 2031 proposals ! Send them in before 15 february Peter van Boheemen Elag Chair

Re: [CODE4LIB] Deadline for Elag 2013 proposals extended to 15 February

2013-02-08 Thread Richard Wallis
I know conferences like proposals in early, but 18 years before is pushing it a bit! ;-) On 8 February 2013 10:31, Boheemen, Peter van peter.vanbohee...@wur.nlwrote: We have extended the deadline for your ELAG 2031 proposals ! Send them in before 15 february Peter van Boheemen Elag Chair

Re: [CODE4LIB] Deadline for Elag 2013 proposals extended to 15 February

2013-02-08 Thread Boheemen, Peter van
Oops, but the subject is at least correct -Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Richard Wallis Sent: vrijdag 8 februari 2013 11:59 To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Deadline for Elag 2013 proposals extended to 15

[CODE4LIB] ruby code for Chicago Transit Authority API

2013-02-08 Thread Jonathan Rochkind
Coincidentally, I happened to notice this today. In case some code4libber in chicago for the conference feels like playing with it, someone has just released a ruby gem with ruby wrapper for CTA API (who even knew there was one?), apparently allowing realtime tracking of busses, among other

Re: [CODE4LIB] ruby code for Chicago Transit Authority API

2013-02-08 Thread Margaret Heller
Beyond that, the Developer Page for the CTA is here: http://www.transitchicago.com/developers/. Go nuts. Margaret Heller Digital Services Librarian Loyola University Chicago 773.508.2686 Jonathan Rochkind rochk...@jhu.edu 2/8/2013 10:30 AM Coincidentally, I happened to notice this today.

[CODE4LIB] Job: Data Management Research Associate at University of Minnesota

2013-02-08 Thread jobs
As part of our commitment to world-class research, the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota is developing a data management service within its Research Services unit. The Data Management Research Associate will work collaboratively with research faculty, graduate students, and

Re: [CODE4LIB] ruby code for Chicago Transit Authority API

2013-02-08 Thread William Denton
Chicago's open data site has a lot of really interesting data sets: https://data.cityofchicago.org/ I wish my city had as much online. Bill -- William Denton Toronto, Canada http://www.miskatonic.org/

[CODE4LIB] Game Night Code4Lib 2013

2013-02-08 Thread Jon Gorman
Hi all, I've been getting some questions and I realized there was some confusion about the Game night. I was a bit late in organizing it and quite frankly haven't done the best job. I put out a request for people to express their interest on by Jan. 14th by signing up on the wiki or sending me

[CODE4LIB] Job Posting / Library Technicians / NASA Goddard Library in Greenbelt, MD

2013-02-08 Thread Suzanne Richards
LAC Group seeks Library Technicians for a contract position at NASA Goddard Library located in Greenbelt, MD. The Library technicians will provide technical support to librarians and other professional library staff for a large journal book collection reduction project. This work is expected

[CODE4LIB] DPLA at C4L next week

2013-02-08 Thread Nate Hill
Hey all, Looking forward to seeing you in Chicago next week! Some folks have already signed up for the DPLA Hackathonhttp://wiki.code4lib.org/index.php/2013_preconference_proposals#DPLA_Intro.2FHacking on Monday afternoon, but for those who are on the fence/interested in the Digital Public

[CODE4LIB] open space pre-conf Monday morning

2013-02-08 Thread Dan Chudnov
Hi there everyone. A quick heads-up about the open space pre-conference Monday morning (9am-12pm): We will be in the Boardroom of the Crowne Plaza Hotel, aka The Conference Hotel Within Which Many of You Will be Staying, from 9am-12pm. Open Space is intended to be an Open Space, i.e. a place

[CODE4LIB] Drupal4Lib Barcamp at Code4Lib next Monday open to all

2013-02-08 Thread Cary Gordon
Please join us next Monday at the Code4Lib Drupal in Libraries pre-con/barcamp. This full day event is free for Code4Lib attendees and a crazy low $10 (donation asked) for folks from the library community. Drupal uber-guru and Drupal 8 web services initiative lead, Larry Garfield, will be joining

[CODE4LIB] barbecue bourbon, 2/13

2013-02-08 Thread Andromeda Yelton
Me: I'm going to Chicago next week! My friend: My cousin manages a restaurant in Chicago. You should go there and tell him I sent you. Me: *reads menu* *sees things like artisanal barbecue and more than 40 kinds of bourbon* ( http://chicagoqrestaurant.com/ ) Reservation's at 7 on Wednesday

Re: [CODE4LIB] Game Night Code4Lib 2013

2013-02-08 Thread Cynthia Ng
Just an idea if space is really an issue. Would it be possible to simply get a second room next to (or at least nearby) the first one? As I image not everyone will be playing the same game, I don't see it as a problem. On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 12:51 PM, Jon Gorman jonathan.gor...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [CODE4LIB] barbecue bourbon, 2/13

2013-02-08 Thread Smidl, Steven John
I went there a few months ago and has some great BBQ. Since I don't have a connection to the wiki, if someone just wants to add that anyone can get there by taking the Red Line to Clark/Division stop. Once you get off there, it'll be a few blocks of walking. Steven J. Smidl Graduate

Re: [CODE4LIB] Game Night Code4Lib 2013

2013-02-08 Thread Francis Kayiwa
On Fri, Feb 08, 2013 at 04:39:22PM -0500, Cynthia Ng wrote: Just an idea if space is really an issue. Would it be possible to simply get a second room next to (or at least nearby) the first one? As I image not everyone will be playing the same game, I don't see it as a problem. As I said to

Re: [CODE4LIB] barbecue bourbon, 2/13

2013-02-08 Thread Tod Olson
My wiki account is messed up, so I can't add this, but here's some info to work with: Chicago Q 1160 N Dearborn St Chicago, IL 60610 Here's a

[CODE4LIB] PDF version of the Code4Lib 2013 Schedule

2013-02-08 Thread Margaret Heller
If you would like a PDF of the conference schedule, we have one available on the Code4Lib 2013 page: http://code4lib.org/conference/2013/. Hurry and print one on the office printer before you go home for the weekend. For those in the northeast, stay safe! Margaret Heller Digital Services

Re: [CODE4LIB] barbecue bourbon, 2/13

2013-02-08 Thread Doran, Michael D
Note to the Thursday afternoon Newberry Library tour attendees: this BBQ restaurant looks to be just 3 blocks north of the Newberry on Dearborn Street. Just sayin' ;-) -- Michael -Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Andromeda

Re: [CODE4LIB] barbecue bourbon, 2/13

2013-02-08 Thread Abigail Goben
Q is very excellent food. I'm in. It says 24 minutes (in perfect traffic/bus timing) from hotel to, I figure meet in the lobby around 6:10 and time a bus from there. -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of

Re: [CODE4LIB] barbecue bourbon, 2/13

2013-02-08 Thread Linda Ballinger
Yes, it is indeed. Half an hour is a good estimate for getting there via public transit from the conference hotel. Also, there are many restaurants near the Newberry, for those of you touring on Thursday. --Linda On Fri, Feb 8, 2013 at 4:12 PM, Doran, Michael D do...@uta.edu wrote: Note to the

Re: [CODE4LIB] Game Night Code4Lib 2013

2013-02-08 Thread Jon Gorman
Hi all, Sorry for a bit of delay on posting. I've got a few folks who have volunteered to help. It's hard to tell numbers for sure, since some folks might not come and others may show up that haven't signed up. As Francis says, the solution is likely to be nimble. (And again, I want to thank

Re: [CODE4LIB] Game Night Code4Lib 2013

2013-02-08 Thread Jon Gorman
I've add the page at http://wiki.code4lib.org/index.php/2013_game_night. Sorry, I realize this is a bit last minute. If for some reason you can't edit the wiki but want to sign up for a slot or add a game you're willing to run, send the info to me. I'll add it as I get time. I'll probably be