[Libs-Or] Registration for the 2011 OLA Conference ends April 1

[Suzanne Sager]

2011 OLA Conference

Registration for the 2011 OLA Conference ends April 1! Don't miss out on 
this opportunity to network and attend a variety of great programs. This 
years conference will be at the Salem Conference Center (200 Commercial 
Street SE, Salem, OR). You can register online with a credit card or by 
check. Once you have completed your registration form and have chosen a 
payment option, you will receive a confirmation page. If paying by 
check, please include a copy of the confirmation page with your check 
and mail it to the address noted on the page.

Information and forms are available on the OLA website: 
http://www.olaweb.org/page/ola2011 While there, be sure to check out 
this year's preconferences!

There’s still time to register for either one or both of the banquets at 
this year's conference! The Public Library Division Annual Banquet on 
Wednesday night is featuring Oregon’s own, Molly Raphael, ALA 
President-elect! This is a great opportunity to hear Molly Raphael’s 
take on what the future holds for libraries. Thursday night is the OLA 
President’s annual Banquet featuring Dave Anderson, a nationally touring 
comedian. If you have already registered for the conference, you can use 
the meals only registration to register for these two meals. The 
registration page is at: 
http://www.olaweb.org/mc/page.do?sitePageId=85114&orgId=ola 
<http://www.olaweb.org/mc/page.do?sitePageId=85114&orgId=ola>.

Thursday, April 6, 2011

Public Library Division Banquet-Libraries: Essential for Learning, 
Essential for Life

Presented by Molly Raphael, ALA President-elect, 2010-11

Libraries have had to change rapidly, particularly over the past two 
decades, in order to survive. As a result of the current economic 
conditions, we are witnessing even greater threats to our futures than 
we have ever experienced before. How can we position our libraries not 
just to survive but to thrive as we serve our diverse communities? What 
difficult choices will we have to make in the next few years to ensure 
that our value remains high for those we serve, no matter the type of 
library? Where and how can we find opportunities to move our libraries 
to a place where they are seen as essential for the future of the 
communities?

Thursday, April 7, 2011

OLA President’s Banquet

A nationally touring comedian, Dave Anderson has performed at the 
country’s premier comedy clubs, including the world famous Improv in Los 
Angeles. He has appeared on numerous television shows such as “Star 
Search,”Showtime’s “Commedy Club Network,” and “An Evening at the 
Improv.” His comedy is heard around the world on Sirius and XM satellite 
radio.

Most recently Dave was a contributing writer for the “Tonight Show with 
Jay Leno.” He is currently co-host of the highly rated “Mark and Dave 
Show” on 1190 KEX in Portland and host of the long running morning 
television talk show “AM Northwest” on KATU TV.

Dave’s unique ability to blend clean, intelligent material with audience 
interaction has made him a favorite at corporate events and college 
campuses across America.

The audience plays a major role in Dave’s show. He has an amazing 
ability to turn ordinary conversations into hilarious comedy routines 
while remaining clean and inoffensive. The Oregonian dubbed him “The 
quickest wit around.” The San Francisco Examiner said he was “relaxed, 
likeable, and funny…” Willamette Week said, “he adlibs better than most 
comedians write.” Because of his quick wit and audience rapport, no two 
shows are ever exactly alike.

Key Dates Pre-conferences: April 6, 2011
Conference: April 7-8, 2011

We're looking forward to seeing you there!

Suzanne L. Sager
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Suzanne L. Sager
Library East, Cataloging
Portland State University

503-725-8169
503-725-5799
sagers at pdx.edu