Algonquin Legends of New England by Charles Leland
7 months ago
Monday, August 19, 2013
Friday, August 9, 2013
Librarian reads microminiature book
A librarian at the University of Iowa library reads a microminiature book, 0.138 inches square and 0.04 inches thick.
Read about it here.
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Photo Published in The Wall Street Journal!
A shout out to J. Stephen Catlett (Digital Projects)! Stephen is an accomplished photographer, and one of his photos was published in The Wall Street Journal today. The article was about the angst over teacher assignments that parents of school-age children experience each August. Stephen took the picture of the mother and daughter. To read the article, see http://online.wsj.com/article/
And here's a photo of the photo:
And here's a photo of the photo:
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Volunteers needed--Voluntary Income Tax Assistance
From Charrisse Jones
PSA: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The VITA Program (Voluntary Income Tax Assistance) is currently in need of volunteers for the 2014 Tax Season. VITA provides "FREE" Tax Preparation Service at several Libraries & Community Centers here in Guilford County and nationwide for low to middle income families during the tax season.
VITA is in need of Tax Preparers & Greeters. No experience is necessary. Training will begin in the Fall.
If you are interested and can help a few of hours per week during the 2014 Tax Season (end of January - April 15th, 2014), please contact Charrisse Jones for more information & details at (336) 334-3553 or 375-6573. Thank you
Here's the text from the flyer:
What is VITA?
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is a national program that offers free tax preparation help to people with low-to-moderate incomes ($51,000 and below). VITA sites are operated by local community coalitions/partners with support, training and supervision from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Returns are prepared and reviewed by IRS-certified volunteers using IRS-approved software.
Want to get involved?
You can get involved in several ways! We are looking for site coordinators, tax preparers, greeters, and screeners.
What is the time commitment?
All volunteers must pass an ethics test. Tax preparers and reviewers must be certified by passing one or more IRS tests, ranging from Basic to Advanced level.
VITA sites are usually open from mid-January to mid-April.
As a volunteer, you can choose the locations and hours that fit your schedule.
What skills are necessary to volunteer as a tax preparer or reviewer?
• Ability to learn about tax regulations and pass IRS test
• Ability to use a computer and tax preparation software
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality
Anyone can volunteer! It's a great opportunity to learn about tax preparation and give back to the community!
How is the training done?
VITA training is offered primarily through self-study and online. The IRS provides volunteers with the free training materials.
For additional information please contact Carolyn V. Jones, SPEC-Senior Tax Consultant at
336-574-6437 or carolyn.v.jones@irs.gov.
PSA: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The VITA Program (Voluntary Income Tax Assistance) is currently in need of volunteers for the 2014 Tax Season. VITA provides "FREE" Tax Preparation Service at several Libraries & Community Centers here in Guilford County and nationwide for low to middle income families during the tax season.
VITA is in need of Tax Preparers & Greeters. No experience is necessary. Training will begin in the Fall.
If you are interested and can help a few of hours per week during the 2014 Tax Season (end of January - April 15th, 2014), please contact Charrisse Jones for more information & details at (336) 334-3553 or 375-6573. Thank you
Here's the text from the flyer:
What is VITA?
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is a national program that offers free tax preparation help to people with low-to-moderate incomes ($51,000 and below). VITA sites are operated by local community coalitions/partners with support, training and supervision from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Returns are prepared and reviewed by IRS-certified volunteers using IRS-approved software.
Want to get involved?
You can get involved in several ways! We are looking for site coordinators, tax preparers, greeters, and screeners.
What is the time commitment?
All volunteers must pass an ethics test. Tax preparers and reviewers must be certified by passing one or more IRS tests, ranging from Basic to Advanced level.
VITA sites are usually open from mid-January to mid-April.
As a volunteer, you can choose the locations and hours that fit your schedule.
What skills are necessary to volunteer as a tax preparer or reviewer?
• Ability to learn about tax regulations and pass IRS test
• Ability to use a computer and tax preparation software
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality
Anyone can volunteer! It's a great opportunity to learn about tax preparation and give back to the community!
How is the training done?
VITA training is offered primarily through self-study and online. The IRS provides volunteers with the free training materials.
For additional information please contact Carolyn V. Jones, SPEC-Senior Tax Consultant at
336-574-6437 or carolyn.v.jones@irs.gov.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Pictures from the Farewell Party
Happy Retirement Hermann, Bill, and Stephen! Good Luck to Joe in his new job!
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Staff Association President Nomination
Hello everyone,
Nancy Ryckman has kindly volunteered to be nominated for Staff Association President for the 2013-2014 year. If you are not in favor of this nomination, please contact me by the end of this week.
Thank you,
Stacey K.
Nancy Ryckman has kindly volunteered to be nominated for Staff Association President for the 2013-2014 year. If you are not in favor of this nomination, please contact me by the end of this week.
Thank you,
Stacey K.
Friday, June 7, 2013
Mosaic Festival this Saturday in Greensboro!
MOSAIC FESTIVAL 2013 will be held SATURDAY JUNE 8th 12pm – 8pm at FESTIVAL PARK (200 N. Davie St. Greensboro, NC) brought to you by CWS Greensboro Immigration & Refugee Program. This FREE event is hosted by local non-profit CWS Greensboro and 100% community supported. Donations are greatly appreciated and all funds raised at the event go directly back into the community supporting programs to help make Greensboro a more welcoming place for all. This year, CWS is raising funds to support Cultural Orientation and Education Programs for newcomers. Hope to run into some of you there!
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