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May 11, 2007
Promote Library Events using Flickr
We have many wonderful events and exhibits in the library (including this MLibrary2.0 series) that could easily be showcased on the library site using flickr & rss. Seems like all we need to do is set up a flickr group that any library staff could join, they could then add photos of their events to the group, and then using a flickr badge, images could be fed automatically via rss onto the library's news page (or another page designated for this). I'd be glad to set this up if anyone else is interested in sharing their event/exhibit photos on the library website.
Posted by suzchap at May 11, 2007 09:42 AM
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That's a great idea. A lot of librarians are on flickr. I haven't taken any pictures of library events before, but 1) I have a new, little camera on the way and 2) I'd be more likely to take pictures if I have a place to share them.
Posted by: makleinm at May 18, 2007 11:29 AM
Yea! So I've already set up a flickr group for this purpose if you feel like trying it out (anyone can join): ">http://flickr.com/groups/mlibrary2_0/">
Posted by: suzchap at May 18, 2007 11:40 AM
UGL has an open house event for new students on September 2nd. We could take some pics during this event and post them here--great idea!
We're also thinking of having students participate in a 5 photo story contest during the open house.
Posted by: arforres at May 30, 2007 03:59 PM
That's a great idea! And I love the idea of a photo story contest. Keep us posted.
Posted by: suzchap at May 30, 2007 04:02 PM
ooh fun. how would the photos be incorporated into the main website? what if i upload porno? :) just kidding. would the flickr group be user-generated, or would it just be us librarians?
either way, i'm game!
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Posted by: efrierso at June 8, 2007 12:52 PM
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