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The “Retr0bright” Project

admin — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 08:53:57 +0000

By Merlin, of AmiBay, English Amiga Board and Vintage Computer Forums (among others)

How to deal with the “not-so-mellow yellow” of old computers and consoles

Anyone who has dug their old computer or console out of the cupboard or loft for some retro gaming will probably have noticed that it maybe hasn’t worn too well with the test of time. The plastics these machines were made of is called ABS and to make it flame retardant (just in case it catches fire after a marathon session) the plastics manufacturers added chemicals that caused the plastic turn yellow or, even worse, brown over a long period of time.

Read the rest of this interesting method here: http://retr0bright.wikispaces.com/

This method can be applied for a variety of topics, for examples, vintage slide rules, calculators, and any device with plastical cover.

library jobs michigan

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:21:23 +0000

I am homeschooled and I need A Laptop or a Desktop Computer for schoolwork…?

Can someone tell me where and possibly how to get a Laptop or a computer for Homeschooling… My mother can not afford a new one right now because she is paying my tuition and we live in Michigan so she has no job… Her computer is starting to fail and some of my programs I need do not work on it… But I need a computer for school… One that can support my school programs.
I would prefer a Laptop so I can take it places (EC Public Classes, Library etc.) So please can someone help me…

Thank You for Your Input =)

craigslist, check for 2nd hand computer shops, they sometimes have good deals too

The Johnson’s Island plot: an historical narrative of the conspiracy of the Confederates, in 1864, to capture the U.S. steamship Michigan on Lake Erie, and release the prisoners of war in Sandusky Bay

$13.49

This volume is produced from digital images from the Cornell University Library New York State Historical monographs collection….

Special aids for placing military personnel in civilian jobs (enlisted army personnel) February 1944

$44.99

This volume is produced from digital images created through the University of Michigan University Library’s large-scale digitization efforts. The Library seeks to preserve the intellectual content of items in a manner that facilitates and promotes a variety of uses. The digital reformatting process results in an electronic version of the original text that can be both accessed online and used to c…

The book of Job: A new critically rev. translation, with essays on scansion, date, etc

$18.99

This volume is produced from digital images created through the University of Michigan University Library’s large-scale digitization efforts. The Library seeks to preserve the intellectual content of items in a manner that facilitates and promotes a variety of uses. The digital reformatting process results in an electronic version of the original text that can be both accessed online and used to c…

nantucket preservation institute

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:14:24 +0000

library volunteer job description

admin — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 07:34:09 +0000

What are good books for me to read to get familiar with coordinating events and volunteers for a non-profit?

I am a new Programs Coordinator for United Way. I am a part of Community Impact with a focus on Education through “Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library” and Volunteer Center- Civic Engagement. What are some resource books to help me develop my skills as a Programs Coordinator? See below for more details about my job description.

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Studies so I am very familiar with non-profit organizations and resources for clients. However, coordinating programs and events as well as managing volunteers will be new to me! This is an entry-level position so I will have help from my supervisors. However, I would like to be independent as I can be so I can make their job easier! I would like to get my hands on some resource books that will aid me in my new position so that I can give my best to this organization!

Please only serious answers! Thank you for any help!

You can go to the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ website (www.afpnet.org) and look for webinars and books on the topics of volunteer coordination and event planning.

Also, check out the Chronicle of Philanthropy (http://philanthropy.com/) which is one of the leading publications read by non-profit professionals.

It sounds like you’ve got a great job!

Hope this helps. Good luck!