The South Texas Library System is a cooperative network of 54 public libraries. Please browse our Web site to learn more about our members, programs, and services.
805 Comanche Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone:
(361) 826-7060
(800) 659-8915
Fax:
(361) 883-7463
(800) 726-8922
Featured Book
Fundamentals of Library Supervision
"Two experienced library managers offer practical advice for encouraging a
positive work ethic, maintaining productivity, and building teamwork. Sample
topics include improving communication skills, achieving diversity goals, and
conducting employee orientations.”--Booknews.023.9 GIE 2010
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Workshops
OnDemand Workshops
STLS provides workshops and on-site training sessions to help member library directors and staff acquire new skills and update their library science training. Learn more...
CE Online
STLS sponsors LEAD courses hosted by UNT. Webinars and webcasts are also available. Check the Calendar for details and/or credit.
The Texas State Library and Archives Commission submitted its Legislative Appropriations Request (LAR) for FY2010-2011. Learn more...
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New Website for Portland!
Bell/Whittington Library has a new look! Director Adam Brooks decided is was time for a change! Check out the newly designed site powered by Joomla! at www.portlandtxlibrary.com. What do you think about the website? Cast your vote!
Joomla for Your Website
STLS has recently put the finishing touches on version one of the Joomla! Sandbox, a simulated web environment where you can play with Joomla!, a content management system used to build websites. In this case, we've configured all the software needed and built a sample "shell" of a library website. We're hoping the Sandbox will be helpful to a number of libraries in creating their first, or substantially revising their current, website.
The Early Bird Reader Program is a unique collaborative effort between
our community, schools, parents and students to insure all of our children have
the literacy skills required to successfully launch their school career.
We looked for a creative way to make sure more and more of South Texas
children come to school having hands-on experience with books and reading. Ours
is a peer-to-peer program, kids reading to kids.
Coastal Bend citizens are welcome to donate (recycle) any gently used baby
or children's books for use in the Early Bird Reader Program. We're looking for
books for ages 0-5, which means lots of colorful illustrations with 50 words or
less. We can also use older children's books for rewards for the readers. The book drive will be at KIII-TV studios at 5002 South Padre Island Drive
from 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM. See flyer.
If you would like to support the Early Bird Reader Project by hosting one of the bookerys in your library, please contact Gayle Gottlich,
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2010 TLA Annual Conference
Get registration information and a preview of the daily schedule, meetings and parties about the TLA Annual Conference coming April 14 - 17, 2010 in San Antonio! Learn more...
Helping Library Patrons Look for Work
This workshop will provide you with the techniques and resources you need to
assist users seeking employment in today's marketplace. You will explore online
career, salary and resume resources, search job and salary databases using
specific position search parameters, and write resumes suitable for email,
Internet and hard copy use. The instructor will provide sample resumes,
templates, cheat sheets, and a webliography, as well as practical, useful tips
that can be applied immediately. Visit the Calendarfor dates/locations.
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CE on Tap
CE on Tap provided by Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) lists continuing education opportunities throughout Texas. Learn more...
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Our Mission
Our mission is to initiate and enhance the development of library resources and services in the 26 counties of South Texas and to provide programs to stimulate library awareness and use. This mission includes support of local libraries in their quest to provide better community service, with special emphasis on innovations in library services.
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