The papers presented at a workshop on local documents sponsored by the Illinois State Library and the Illinois Library Association are published in this issue of "Illinois Libraries". The local documents under consideration are the publications of local governmental agencies and their subunits and any other items appropriate to a local…

Reports results of 1985 survey of federal depository libraries in Illinois, including the arrangement of collections and bibliographic access, acquisitions and weeding, services and equipment, library and librarian cooperation, documents staff, State Plan and State Plan Coordinating Council, online systems and access to government documents, and…

These articles provide testimony in support of youth services which have been and continue to be a vital part of public library service in Illinois. Organized around the symbol of a mighty oak tree, the articles are divided into three sections: (1) The Trunk--based on strong roots with the past, standards, goals, and objectives are formulated; (2)…

Describes a survey of Illinois school library collections in astronomy, space, and the solar system; general biology and ecology; and human anatomy, physiology, and hygiene. The survey produced statistics on funding needs; provided a collection assessment tool; and determined whether libraries had resources for supporting state goals for science…

The fifth annual summary of statistics for 14 state university libraries in Illinois is presented. The bulk of this article consists of data compiled in fall 1975 on library collections, staffing, wages, operating expenses, library loan transactions, and library physical facilities. Data on professional staffs are broken down by sex, highest…

The December 1975, issue of "Illinois Libraries" provides a progress and status report on Illinois' network of 18 public library systems, 17 of which are cooperative library systems consisting of from 17 to 70 public libraries. Each system's annual report is included. Statistics for the entire state are given in five tables covering…

This issue of "Illinois Libraries" contains the papers delivered at a 1974 workshop on government publications in microform. Twelve articles focus on such issues as: 1) reasons to collect microforms; 2) criteria for selecting microform documents; 3) microform hardware and software; 4) procurement procedures; 5) bibliographic control; and…

Presents a survey of 56 federal depository libraries in Illinois which covered the following: the depository name, the librarian's name, percentage of federal depository documents selected, collection strengths, length of retention, access to documents, Internet access, staff time devoted to collections and services, professional activities, and…

Suggests factors to be considered in planning a youth services department: (1) the public served; (2) kinds of materials included in the collection; (3) kinds of equipment available; (4) commitment to public service; (5) amenities for public comfort; (6) needs of library staff; and (7) integration of youth services into total library service. (MES)

Examines current perceptions of cooperative collection management among libraries as well as possible alternative futures. Highlights include relationships between access, delivery, and the collections; integrated resource sharing; and resource sharing as a social model, including paradigm shifts involving networks based on users rather than…

Describes activities developed by the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs at Western Illinois University and the Illinois State Library to prepare librarians for a new role in local economic development. Discusses results of a survey on library support for community development in terms of services and business materials collections. (AEF)

The January, 1975 issue of Illinois Libraries is devoted to the theory of administration of children's libraries and its application to library practice. Articles in this issue cover research and experimentation, future trends, fund raising, book selection, and library programing. Suggestions for a basic reference collection for children conclude…

A two-year federally funded project was designed to improve library service to the Bowen Children's Center, a State Department of Mental Health facility for the mentally retarded in Harrisburg, Illinois. The majority of the residents are 14 to 20 years of age. Visual and sound filmstrips, games, puzzles, visual and tactile materials, cassettes,…

The 23 articles in this special issue describe resource materials and research tools available for genealogical research. The topics covered include the use of government records, materials contained in Illinois public library collections and archives, the organization of genealogical collections, and library services offered to genealogists. (CLB)

Considers the benefits of incorporating library outreach programs into regular ongoing library services, based on experiences at the Chicago Public Library. Highlights include literacy programs; recognition of cultural diversity, including special services and collections for various ethnic groups; and services for deaf, blind, and physically…