*Paturi Nagabhushnam centenary celebrations committee* in association with *Andhra Pradesh Library Association*(APLA) is organising a National conference on *Reorientation of Library services in India* from 18th to 20th August 2007 at Vijayawada on the occasion of concluding ceremony of 'The centenary celebrations of Sri Paturi Nagabhushanam' The doyen of Library Movement in AP. Your are invited to contribute papers for presentation at the conference For the details, the brochure is herewith attached with the mail With Regards *Deatails * *Paturi Nagabhushanam* * *Centenary Celebrations Committee *In association with* * * *Andhra Pradesh Library Association* *Is organizing* *A Conference on* * * *Re-orientation of* * Library Services in India* *Vijayawada * *August 18 to 20th, 2007* * * On the occasion of the concluding Ceremony of *The Centenary Celebrations of * *Sri Paturi Nagabhushanam*, *The Doyen of Library Movement in AP.* * * * * Sri Sarvottama Bhavanam, Sarvottama Puram, Opp Eenadu, Patamata, Vijayawada- 520 010. A.P. INDIA Ph: 0866- 2472313, 2487296. Mobile: 9393477313 email: apla1914@gmail.com *Sri Paturi Nagabhushanam - The Visionary of Library Services * Sri Paturi Nagabhushanam born at Pedapalem in Guntur District of AP is one whose name evokes a sense of reverence and gratitude in the minds and hearts of the Librarian fraternity in India. Mother Teresa once said "There are no great acts, only small acts done with love". This adage suits Sri Nagabhushanam to the hilt as the seeds of wisdom and knowledge he had sown in the villages of Rural AP truly testify. His pioneering efforts in spreading the cause of book reading earned him the honorary title "The Doyen of the Andhra Library Movement. He was a freedom fighter, a Gandhian in life style. He set up Libraries in about 160 villages of Guntur district. He also organised Boat Libraries between Pedavadlapudi and Kolluru & Pedavadlapudi and Pidaparru, 1935-42. This became a national sensation. He was the secretary of APLA for more than four decades. With the serenity of a seer, he led the Library Movement forward for more than five decades. His sense of cpmprehensive vision, sacrifice and compassion and commitment to the cause of Library Movement in India is worth emulating. *APLA Track Record* The Andhra Pradesh Library Association played a meaningful role with a long history of proactive and progressive involvement and dedicated efforts in the cause of Library Movement in AP aswell in India. The APLA enjoys an excellent track record strengthened by the rich and fruitful association of the doyens of Library Movement in A.P., Sri Chilakamarthi, Sri Suravaram Pratap Reddy, Sri Iyyanki, Sri Gadicherla, Sri Kodati, Sri Paturi, Prof NG Ranga, Dr M. Chenna Reddy among others. with a contribution spanning nine decades, the APLA has an influential and remarkable identity in the field of Library & information science in the country. *Vijayawada : The Destination City* Vijayawada is the political educational and commercial centre of the State of Andhra Pradesh. The burstling centre of commercial activity, it is growing fast industrially. With one of the biggest railway Junctions in the South Central Railway and the Second Largest Bus station in Asia, Vijayawada attracts large crowds of pilgrims to the Kanaka Durga Temple, Gunadala Church etc. The NTR Health University, a host of professional colleges and nationally acclaimed Educational Institutions like Sri Chaitanya,Narayana, Nalanda etc. Vijayawada has acquired a pride of place the academic circles. Prakasam Barrage, Victoria Jubilee Museum, Gandhi Hill,Bhavani Islands, Rajiv Park, Kondapalli, Undavalli Caves, Amaravat etc are places of importance for tourists. *Climate:* August is rainy season in Vijayawada. Participants are advised to bring their own bedsheets, pillows, lock & key etc., for their own use. *Theme of the Conference* *Re-Orientation of Library Services in India* *I. Re-Orientation of Services* a. Partnership with Public Libraries. e-governance, adult Literacy, etc. b. Trianguler relationship with education, learning and fun of reading. c. Vision of Public Libraries as knowledge centres. d. Marketing & Public Relations e. Laison with government Departments f. Non-book materials & services g. Special Services to Children, physically handicapped etc., h. Inculcating Reading habits *II. New Technologies & Libraries* a. Computerisation & Centralised Process b. Networking of Public Libraries c. Digitization of manuscripts & rare collection d. Creation of database Manuscript data, Book data III*. Re- Structuring of Libraries* a. Change needed in the Library Act in view of changing situation b. New code for interchange of information - Cyber laws c. Cyber claims, Laws etc. d. Copyright, intellectual property right in electronic Age. IV*. Role of Professional Organisations* a. Library Associations b. Library Schools c. NGO's d. Union & State Governments *Presentation of Papers at the Seminar * Participants are invited to contribute papers for presentation at the National Conference on the above mentioned themes and sub themes. papers should reach the *secretary, PNCCC & APLA, Sri Sarvottama Bhavanam, Vijayawada - 520 010, A.P.* on or before *July 15th 2007.* Papers should be submitted on A4 size paper along with an electronic copy or sent through email at *apla1914@gmail.com.* Papers must contain the name of the author, designation, title of the article, abstract, Mailing Address, Telephone Number & email address. *How to Register* Registration can be done in advance by drawing a DD Rs 500/- in favour of the Secretary, PNCCC, Vijayawada and send the same with the filled in Registration form. They can also register on the spot registration counter available at the venue on all the days of the conference from 9 a.mto 5 p.m. Accompanying persons will be charged a fee of Rs. 400/-. Retired Librarians and Students of Library Science get a 25% discount in the registration fee. The Registration fee covers Breakfast, Lunch, Tea and Dinner. Cancellation of the Registration is not entertained. ** *Accomodation*** * *The organizing Committee will arrange hostel accommodation to the participants who opt for it. *An Accommodation Fee of* Rs. 200/- is charged for this purpose. The participants seeking accommodation need to mention, that in the Registration form and send the application latest by July 30th along with the fee. Accomodation is limited & will be alloted on first come first serve basis. If a participant wishes to stay in the Hotels, details of the hotels and their tariffs are given in page 6. *Food*** * *Vegetarian food will be served during the conference. Non-Vegetarian items may be considered as per the availability and convenience of the Food and Catering Committee. *Arriving At Vijayawada* Vijayawada is well connected by Rail, Road and Air to all the major cities of the country. Conference venue is located at 5 Kms from Bus & Railway stations. City bus, Auto Service, Taxi are available. Participants are requested to book their to and fro Journey tickets in advance to avoid the complications in the last minute. *For further information* Contact ** *Dr Raavi Sarada* Gen. Secretary, Andhra Pradesh Library Association Sri Sarvottama Bhavanam, Patamata, Vijayawada 520 010. A.P. Ph: 0866 2472313, 2487296 Mobile: 9393477313, emial : raavisarada@gmail.com * * Registration Form Re-orientation of library services in india vijayawada - 520 010** *18 to 20th August, 2007* Name : Dr./Mr./Mrs./Prof._____________________________________________ Surname : _________________________________________________________ Designation : _______________________________________________________ Institution represented : _______________________________________________ Full Address: _______________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ City/Town:________________________________Pin______________________ *APLA Membership Status*** ___________________Life___________________Ordinary___________________ Institution____________________________Association_______________________ Whether paid for 2007-08: YES/NO Delegation fee paid : YES/NO/NOt Applicable Payment Details : Bank Draft No.________________ Dt.______________Rs.__________________ Drawn on ___________________________ Bank__________________________ *Remitances:* This registration from alongwith the crossed D.D. in favour of the *s**ecretary, PNCCC Sri Sarvottama Bhavanam, Vijayawada * is to be sent to Dr. Ravi Sarada, General Secretary, A.P. Library Association, Vijayawada - 520 010, A.P. whether Coming alone or with family : Whether Accomodation required : YES/NO *Arrival Information :* Arrival Date ________________ Time _____________________ Train No./Flight _______________________________________ Name of the train ______________________________________ Place : _________________ Date : _________________ *SIGNATURE* * * * * * * *Vijayawada* *Hotel Tariffs* S. Name of Non - AC AC No. The Hotel Single Double Single Double 1. Fortune Murali Park - - 2,450/- 2950/- Ph: 0866 2471310 2. Hotel DV Manor - - 2,190/- 2,590/- Ph: 0866 2474455 3. Hotel Swarna Palace 600/- 690/- 1,150/- 1,250/- 0866 2577222 4. Hotel Ilapuram - - 1,050/ 1,150/- 0866 2571282 5. Hotel Mamatha 325/- 450/- 750/- 900/- 0866 2571251-56 6. Hotel Manorama 590/- 690/- 790/- 890/- 0866 2572626 7. Hotel Srinivasa 325/- 425/- 650/- 700/- 0866 2578578 8. Hotel Krishna Residency 475/- 600/- 800/- 950/- 0866 2575301, 02 9. Hotel Sripada 590/- 700/- 750/- 890/- 0866 6644222 10. Hotel Narayanaswamy 275/- 375/- - 650/- 0866 2571221,23 11. Hotel Abhilasha 220/- 260/- 400/- 480/- 0866 2571216-18 12. Hotel Menaka 120/- 200/- - - 0866 2579391 13. Hotel Leela Residency - 650/- - 1050/- 0866 3295635, 36 14. Modern Cafe 175/- 300/- - - 0866 2572525 15. Hotel Adhikar 250/- 350/- 475/- 600/- 0866 6663300 *add 5% luxury tax on above tariff* Participants, who would like to stay in any of the hotels may write the organising secretary for making advance reservation by sending same in advance along with their Registration form. -- Dr Raavi Sarada General Secretary Andhra Pradesh Library Association Sri Sarvottama Bhavan Vijayawada 520010 Phone: 0866 2472313 2477313 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.