Sentences with phrase «building local collections»

There's been a trend in library circles lately to focus on encouraging community content creation and building local collections, so authors might stand a chance at getting their book added to libraries in their local area, especially if they offer to do a reading or similar library program for free.

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«Agricultural practices» shall mean all activities conducted by a farmer on a farm to produce agricultural products and which are inherent and necessary to the operation of a farm including, but not limited to, the collection, transportation, distribution, storage and land application of animal wastes; storage, transportation and use of equipment for tillage, planting, harvesting, irrigation, fertilization and pesticide application; storage and use of legally permitted fertilizers, limes and pesticides all in accordance with local, state and federal law and regulations and in accordance with manufacturers» instructions and warnings; storage, use and application of animal feed and foodstuffs; construction and use of farm structures and facilities for the storage of animal wastes, farm equipment, pesticides, fertilizers, agricultural products and livestock, for the processing of animal wastes and agricultural products, for the sale of agricultural products, and for the use of farm labor, as permitted by local and state building codes and regulations; including construction and maintenance of fences and lanes; «Agricultural products» shall mean those products as defined in subdivision 2 of section 301 of the agriculture and markets law; «Farm» shall mean the land, buildings and machinery usable in the production, whether for profit or otherwise, of agricultural products;

The collection highlights successful case studies to encourage councils to collaborate, share information, and build effective relationships with local academics from the social sciences.

Donations might build the school's library collection or support a local charity.

The article presents the results of a survey of spending on children's and young adult (YA) collections in public libraries, with particular attention paid to the finding that only thirty percent of public libraries collaborate with local school librarians when building their children's and YA collections.

His partner Jamie Wright was working as a cook in a local bar and then went on to work for Stan Lee Collectibles; Wright bought a collection of 15,000 comics from his father, an antique dealer, and built it up to 30,000.

Portland Brew Stories is a unique partnership between Multnomah County Library and local breweries to build a collection that represents our culture, history and passion for beer in our community.

The situation also raises fundamental questions about the place of libraries in the digital landscape, particularly when it comes to the building and preservation of local collections.

The Fort de Seclin, built in 1874, formed part of the defences of Lille on the eve of WW1 and houses a dusty collection of field guns, uniforms and memorabilia from the local battle sites.

Casa Encantada's classy interiors with its custom built furniture, antique pieces and wonderful collection of local art give it a classy and well - appointed countenance.

Initially, the growing collection was located in several places in the community before being transferred to a purpose - built facility in 1967 as a local project to mark Canada's Centennial Year.

Santa Teresa Resort - Pantelleria, Sicily, Italy (April 2007) Set amid bucolic vineyards, olive trees and lush flora, the resort is a collection of 18 restored dammusi - ancient local buildings of cut stone.

Building on its existing art tours programme, a special feature of the new collection is meeting with locals who bring the contemporary culture to life: designers, chefs, wine - producers, gardeners, artisans, perfumers, and even nuns.

The city's breath - taking castle was intended for use as a Norman Royal Palace, but today this beautiful building serves as an excellent interactive museum and gallery whose treasures include important archaeological finds, fine artworks, costumes and textiles and collections and displays covering Norfolk's local, natural, social and regimental history.

Affectionately known as «Kauai's Biggest Little Town,» Hanapepe's historic buildings are home to a small collection of enchanting cafes and local eateries offering a diverse array of culinary delights.

Continuance of the project has been offered to build capacity among farmers and Local Government Units (LGUs) to institutionalize the collection and environmental and cultural fees derived from tourism and applied to conservation.

It's little more than a collection of brightly colored houses and other small buildings that serve as the hub for the local tourist infrastructure.

The Boston - based couple has built an important collection that includes work by Glenn Ligon, Albert Oehlen, Christopher Wool, Mark Bradford, and Raymond Pettibon; donated generously to local universities; and helped produced Doug Aitken's cross-country jamboree, Station to Station.

Defined by the vibrancy of its host city, Sydney Contemporary provides commercial galleries with a dynamic platform to showcase the work of emerging and established artists, enabling local and visiting audiences to build on their existing knowledge, and develop their international art collections.

Built from a renovated warehouse by local designer Margi Glavovic Nothard, the Girls» Club facility boasts stunning architectural elements including re-purposed industrial materials, back - lit resin panels that form an illuminated exterior facade, rotating inner walls that offer flexibility of design and a critically acclaimed collection of over 700 works on art.

Since 2005 the gallery opened a new space to represent and exhibit solely international established artists as well as emerging talents, to advise and and build local and international private and corporate art collections, focusing on contemporary photography, painting and sculpture.

Cala's work is in several museum collections, including in the Silesian Museum of Katowice, the Silesian Library in Katowice, the Upper Silesian Museum in Bytom, the Coal Mining Museum in Zabrze, and in the local government building in Duisburg in the Ruhr, Germany, and various private collections.

Specializing in: • Developing exhibitions internationally, securing loans from institutions and private collections • Strategic planning and project management for museums and foundations • Site - specific installations by artists, designers and architects • Building and developing institutional and private collections of contemporary and modern art globally • Creating strategic partnerships between private funding sources, museums and cultural institutions • Initiate and oversee local and global fundraising projects • Collaborate and facilitate with partnering institutions • Serving as active board member in the private and public sector • Historic building preservation and consBuilding and developing institutional and private collections of contemporary and modern art globally • Creating strategic partnerships between private funding sources, museums and cultural institutions • Initiate and oversee local and global fundraising projects • Collaborate and facilitate with partnering institutions • Serving as active board member in the private and public sector • Historic building preservation and consbuilding preservation and conservation

Originally conceived for the presentation of the museum's collections, since the spring of 2016 the main building is once again entirely dedicated to its original purpose while the third venue across the street from the main building, connected to it by an underground passage, has been specifically designed by the local architects Christ & Gantenbein for great special exhibitions held in the skylighted galleries on the third floor.

But for the local visitor, a good permanent collection is an artistic home of sorts, providing a foundation upon which to build new understanding.

To fulfill this mission, the Museum continues to build its collections through purchase and gifts, and develops programs of exhibitions, publications, scholarly research, public education, and the performing arts that engage our diverse local and international audiences.

Although a significant facet of the collection represents Kentucky within this specific regional legacy the idea of supporting a current and local prosperity of talents alongside building a collection that encompasses nationally and internationally recognized work is a prevailing objective.

Relatively unknown outside of his native country, his work is in several museum collections in Poland; in the Silesian Museum of Katowice, the Silesian Library in Katowice, the Upper Silesian Museum in Bytom, the Coal Mining Museum in Zabrze as well as local government building in Duisburg in the Ruhr (Germany) and various private collections.

On Saturday, the above - mentioned DIY workshops and urban adventures (plus lots more), take place at GOOD's Pop - Up Community Center where 24 local vendors will convene at Atwater Crossing, a creative collection of industrial buildings converted into an Arts and Innovation Complex, with artisanal manufacturing facilities, studios, a yoga space, and theaters.

Long overhangs and deciduous trees planted at the proper distance from south - facing windows = cooler Summer and warmer Winter.Rainwater harvesting is diversion of water from impervious surfaces such as a roof, to a collection container, to be used for other purposes (depending upon local building codes).

Through a custom - built program, you and your community can work together to create a network of collection locations to reduce waste as well as fundraise for local schools and charities.

• Maintained electrical systems and handled all component repairs and replacements for 9,000 square foot commercial building owned and operated by local collection agency.

At local level, it is concerned with building the delivery capacity of local projects specifically with regard to data collection, monitoring, reflective practice and creating an operating ethos / culture conducive to learning and continuous review.