Margie Anderson

I'm for learning, sharing and living to our best. I’m for family and friends. I’m for beach walks. I’m for best practice disability access. l'm for libraries.

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

In what world are these wheelchair seats at Costa Hall @GeelongArts? Apparently we get to pay for these seats but actually seated in the aisle where the view is the back of other seats and the pillar.

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Big shout out to Two Way Street for creating AAC chat boards for National Simultaneous Story Time supporting non-verbal readers who want to chat about The Speedy Sloth. #NSS https://t.co/Z4JU5DyG1n

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Seriously@Ticketek_AU!!!! An operator finally answered the phone, spoke for a minute then put me on hold again before the line disconnects. I call back and get a recorded message that as it’s 5:01pm my call will not be answered. You can’t even finish a call started before 5pm?

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

@Ticketek_AU I’ve been on hold for 50 minutes so far to book accessible parking for Melbourne and Olympic Park. Can you explain again how this process is accessible or even remotely equitable? Even doable? I’d be happy to jump through some hoops, just a bit hard in a wheelchair.

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Overheard in the flight lounge tonight “Got anything reserved at the library right now?” Love it.

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

@ALIANational Wonderful to see Victoria so well represented. Congratulations to all.

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

@RobThomson2528 You need to move to Victoria @RobThomson2528!

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Out and about today and I needed somewhere quiet to check some emails and gather my thoughts. Wondering where I could do this when a park appeared right outside the local library. All sorted! #MargieVisitsLibraries

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Don't forget applications for this very generous and fitting tribute to Victorian librarian, Charlotte Henry, close soon.

[ALIA @ALIANational]

Applications for the Charlotte Henry Study Grant - are now open.

This brand new grant is for an ALIA Member who is studying for a Masters qualification in LIS through an ALIA accredited education provider.

To find out more and to apply, see - https://t.co/LgqC9NWvI1

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Congratulations to #ALIADisability on the great success of your first online professional development event. It's exciting to see so many people interested in improving library services for people living with disability. Pat yourself on the back for a job well done! @ALIANational

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Some of the best experiences in my career have been as part of an organising committee for professional conferences. If you want to chat about what it's like being part of one of these projects please contact me. Happy to be a sounding board. Guessing @RobThomson2528 is likewise.

[ALIA @ALIANational]

We are seeking expressions of interest from ALIA Groups and Committees who would like to contribute to LibTech 2023.

ALIA has prepared information on how to prepare an EOI to assist interested parties - email [email protected] for more.

EOIs close 28 March.

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Thanks to @geelonglibrary I’m picking up my hold today for book club. I’ve been listening to the audiobook version but needed a print copy to take to lunch as the clubbers think audio is cheating. We all know you can’t argue with the girls from book club! #MargieVisitsLibraries

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

I’ve spend most of my career in non-traditional roles within our industry. We should never underestimate the breadth of opportunities to use our skills.

[ALIA NGAC @aliangac]

Australian library professionals in non-traditional roles are invited to participate in a survey https://t.co/SKi88NGx5K. Findings of the survey will be presented at the @aliaconference

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

@ALIAGraphic you are awesome! Thanks for all the ways you share your knowledge. This is professional contribution and care in action. @ALIANational

[ALIA Graphic (account no longer active here) @ALIAGraphic]

Welcome to 2022!

We are starting the year off with our December 2021 - January 2022 Roundup. It is jam packed with all the latest news, webinars, collections and new releases for the last two months.

Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an update!

https://t.co/x5rEdoD3Bu

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

My best Valentines Day memory is an elderly library patron bringing me roses from her garden. She reminded me that when I had issued her loans 3 weeks earlier I'd mentioned the due date was Valentines Day and she was pleased to have a hint of romance in her life #LibraryLoversDay

[ALIA @ALIANational]

In the lead up to Library Lovers' Day 2022 we want to hear from you!

DM your favourite quote on love from a book or poem for us to share, or post your own using #LibraryLoversDay.

Visit our website for more ways you can help us celebrate on 14 Feb.

https://t.co/yaMkUNDJ24

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

@LaurieAtkinson I think I deserve definitely diamonds (or my head read) for getting married at a library conference.

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

This year will mark the 30th anniversary of my librarian husband and I celebrating our wedding at a library conference. Full of Library Love in the Anderson family. #LibraryLoversDay

[ALIA @ALIANational]

In the lead up to Library Lovers' Day 2022 we want to hear from you!

DM your favourite quote on love from a book or poem for us to share, or post your own using #LibraryLoversDay.

Visit our website for more ways you can help us celebrate on 14 Feb.

https://t.co/yaMkUNDJ24

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Those of us who were lucky to have worked with Charlotte Henry in Victorian libraries will be particularly pleased to see this award in her honour. What a generous and fitting tribute by her partner.

[ALIA @ALIANational]

Applications for the Charlotte Henry Study Grant - are now open.

This brand new grant is for an ALIA Member who is studying for a Masters qualification in LIS through an ALIA accredited education provider.

To find out more and to apply, see - https://t.co/LgqC9NWvI1

[PROV Recordkeeping @PROV_RKS]

Interested in working at PROV? We have vacancies for Access Services Officers in North Melbourne and at Ballarat. Applications close shortly! https://t.co/SoPNZTHAya

[Margie Anderson @Imforlibraries]

Key Word Sign Australia has produced some great communication charts about COVID safety. Imagine how terrific it would be if you could master even just a few signs to reassure a library patron. https://t.co/3FVEzMuDJI