Friday, September 16, 2005

New on our website for the week of September 16 Arts and Humanities Festivals of India including all major faiths. Business Open For Business "This tool kit for the small to mid-sized business owner provides information for safeguarding a business in the face of a disaster, such as hurricane or fire. It features a set of forms "which, when completed, will provide you with a customized business continuity plan." Opens directly into a PDF document. From the Institute for Business and Home Safety." (LII) Computers and Internet gPodder 0.4 "This application allows users to manager ... podcast feeds ... and...automatically downloads podcasts from any given site. This application is compatible with all operating systems running Windows 98 or newer." (SR) Sharpreader RSS aggregator for Windows Net News Wire RSS aggregator for Macs Straw RSS aggregator for Linnux List of Other Aggregators Firefox Alternative browser. Mozilla variety of products for surfing the web Government, Elections, and Law Policy Agendas Project from the Center for American Politics and Public Policy. Among other things, this site has aPolicy Analysis Tool ... (which) allows you to create graphs and charts of Congressional priorities, going back to 1946. Homework Chicago Manual of Style visitors may register for free and gain access to the search tool for this latest edition. (SR) The Calculus Survival Guide "User-friendly tutorials to a first-semester Calculus course involving topics from limits and derivatives up to basic integration and much more." (BWN) Study Guides and Strategies run by a Minnesota college administrator. Information on making the best use of your study time. Leisure DinnerBuzz this site lets you search for restaurants and see how others have rated them. You can also add your own ratings. (RB) News Katrina Links compiled by the University Of Michigan Documents Center. Katrina Links provided by MEL (Michigan Electronic Library) Hot Topics: Information on John Glover Roberts, Jr., Nominee for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court from the University of Michigan Law Library National Emergency Resource Registry (NERR) call center will take calls from affected businesses wanting to rebuild in the wake of Hurricane Katrina or businesses that want to donate supplies, funds, or other items. The call center can be reached on the Web or toll free at 888-4USADOC. (corrected url 9/21/05) Realclimate.org "RealClimate is a commentary site on climate science by working climate scientists for the interested public and journalists. We aim to provide a quick response to developing stories and provide the context sometimes missing in mainstream commentary. The discussion here is restricted to scientific topics and will not get involved in any political or economic implications of the science." (LII) Reference Desk Realclimate.org "RealClimate is a commentary site on climate science by working climate scientists for the interested public and journalists. We aim to provide a quick response to developing stories and provide the context sometimes missing in mainstream commentary. The discussion here is restricted to scientific topics and will not get involved in any political or economic implications of the science." (LII) American Kennel Club 800-252-7894 American Society for the Prevention and Cruelty to Animals 212-876-7700 x 4516 American Veterinary Medical Foundation 847-925-8070. Cat Fanciers' Association 732-528-9797. "review" 11:44:20 AM     New on our website for the week of September 9 Arts and Humanities Islam: A Primer "Includes a brief historical background, tenets of Islam, jihad, the status of women, and other aspects of Islam. From the Federation of American Scientists (FAS)." (RT) Genealogy and History The Atomic Bomb and the End of World War II : A Collection of Primary Sources "contains 77 declassified US government documents on the atomic bomb and the end of the war in the Pacific theater of operations." (RT) Government, Elections, and Law Information on how to subscribe to Patent Office RSS feeds From the "Free Government Information" blog First Gov: U.S. Government RSS Library (LIB) Free Patents Online provides free patent searching of US and European patents, free PDF downloading, free accounts that allow the organization of documents and searches, a notification service, and RSS feeds of new patents and published applications. THIS IS NOT A GOVERNMENT SITE. Health Overweight and Obesity from the Centers for Disease Control. (RT) Homework Michigan Adventure! Discover Our State Symbols! From the Michigan Historical Center and the Detroit Free Press (RT) Leisure The Cat's Voice Cat Name Database a random cat name generator. (LIB) Librarian Links Ex Libris: A Weekly E-zine for Librarians "This free weekly column, by reference librarian Marylaine Block (best known for her weekly mailing of best-pick websites, "Neat New Stuff"), addresses the Internet, computers, databases, people, and current events." (LII) News Hurricane Katrina: Toxic Chemical and Environmental Health Information Resources. Information on John Glover Roberts, Jr., Supreme Court Nominee compiled by the University of Michigan Law Library. (RT) USA Freedom Corps information on Hurricane Katrina and ways to help the victims. (RT) Reference Desk Emergency Preparedness for Pets Information for pet owners on preparing for emergencies. (LIB) Better Business Bureau:Check out a charity before giving (SL) Charity Navigator this web page lists many legitimate charities from which to choose, and has tips on making sure your gift goes where you want it to go. Adventist Community Services (800) 381-7171 (SL) Adventist Development Relief Agency (800) 424-2372 (SL) American Friends Service Committee (888) 588-2378 (SL) American Red Cross (800) HELP NOW (435-7669) (Spanish) 800-257-7575 AmeriCares (800) 486-4357 (SL) America's Second Harvest (877) 817-2307 (SL) ASPCA (866) 275-3923 (SL) Baton Rouge Area Foundation (877) 387-6126 (SL) B'nai B'rith International (888) 388-4224 (SL) Catholic Charities USA (800) 919-9338 (SL) Christian Disaster Response (941) 956-5183 or (941) 551-9554 (SL) Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (800) 848-5818 (SL) Church World Service (800) 297-1516 ext 222 (SL) Convoy of Hope (417) 823-8998 (SL) Episcopal Relief and Development (800) 334-7626 (SL) Feed the Children (800) 525-7575 (SL) Florida Hurricane Relief Fund (SL) Food for the Hungry (877) 780-4261 ext 2506 (SL) Habitat for Humanity (866) 720-2800 (SL) Humane Society of the United States (888) 259-5431 (SL) International Aid (800) 251-2502 (SL) International Medical Corps (800) 481-4462 (SL) International Orthodox Christian Charities (877) 803 4622 (SL) International Relief and Development, Inc. (703) 248-0161 (SL) International Relief Teams (619) 284-7979 (SL) International Rescue Committee (877) 733-8433 (SL) Life for Relief and Development (800) 827-3543 (SL) Lutheran Disaster Response (800) 638-3522 (SL) MAP International (866) 627-4483 (SL) Mennonite Disaster Service (800) 348-7468 (SL) Mercy (M-USA)(800) 55-MERCY (SL) MercyCorps(800) 852-2100 (SL) Nazarene Disaster Response (888) 256-5886 (SL) Network for Good "Provides links to charities that assist victims" (LII) North Shore Animal League (877) 4savepet (SL) Northwest Medical Teams (800) 959-4325 (SL) Operation Blessing (800) 730-2537 (SL) Operation USA (800) 678-7255 (SL) Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (800) 872-3283 (SL) Quarters From Kids (SL) Relief International (800) 573-3332 (SL) Salvation Army (800) SAL-ARMY (725-2769) Samaritan’s Purse (800) 665-2843 (SL) Save the Children (800) 728-3843 (SL) Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SL) Southern Baptist Convention Disaster Relief (888) 571-5895 (SL) Union for Reform Judaism (SL) United Jewish Communities 877-277-2477 (SL) United Methodist Committee on Relief (800) 554-8583 (SL) United Way (800) 272-4630 USA Freedom Corps (212) 348-8882 (SL) Water Missions International (843) 769-7395 (SL) World Concern (800) 755-5022 ext. 0 (SL) World Relief (800) 535-5433 (SL) Science "10th Planet" Discovered Includes photos, an artist's concept of the planet, and audio of the story. From the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). (RT) "review" 11:43:21 AM     New on our website for the week of September 3 Black History and African American Resources Slave Trade Archives [pdf] "The Slave Trade Archive Project was created in order to improve access to original documents related to the transatlantic slave trade and slavery across both hemispheres." (SR) Business Jackson Hewitt Tax Resources useful tools, tips, and financial resources. Government, Elections, and Law Michigan Sex Offender Registry U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement includes "border security, public security, financial and trade investigations, and of course, material on careers with the ICE." (SR) U. S. District Court (Western District) 60th District Court Michigan Courts links to Michigan Courts, including court forms Health Emergency Preparedness and Individuals With Disabilities "contains basic information on emergency preparedness, transportation accessibility, and evacuation methods for certain modes of transportation, such as transit and rail systems ... for individuals with disabilities, their family members, and care givers." From the Department of Transportation (LII) Managing Anxiety in Times of Crisis "tips on coping with and talking about fear, grief, and anxiety related to crises such as disasters, war, and terrorism." (LII) Leisure Home Tips 'home improvement advice, buying guides, free online editions of "How Your House Works" and "The Home Problem Solver," and much more.' Book Repair Manual from Dartmouth College Library preservation services. Michigan Links The Making of Modern Michigan "Archival photographs of a number of urban areas throughout the Muskegon Links U. S. District Court (Western District) 60th District Court Michigan Courts links to Michigan Courts, including court forms News Hurricane Katrina information compiled by the Grand Rapids Public Library Hurricane Katrina Links from the Librarians' Index to the Internet (LII) Network for Good "Provides links to charities that assist victims" (LII) Missing Persons Database from NOLA.com Reference Desk After a Flood: The First Steps a PDF booklet from the American Red Cross (LII) Are You Ready? An In-depth Guide to Citizen Preparedness "a step-by-step approach to disaster preparedness" prepared by FEMA (LII) Craigslist "Find postings about community, housing rentals, jobs, personals, events, sale and wanted items, and services." (LII) Emergency Preparedness and Response: Floods "Health and safety guidelines and precautions related to flood readiness and recovery." (LII) Emergency Preparedness and Response: Hurricanes "fact sheets on hurricane readiness, hurricane recovery, protecting pets, reentering a flooded home, and protecting yourself from mold." (LII) Emergency Preparedness and Response: Tornadoes information on preparing for tornados and what to do after one strikes. From the CDC. Emergency Preparedness and Response: Winter Weather information on coping with extreme winter weather. From the CDC. Emergency Preparedness and Individuals With Disabilities "contains basic information on emergency preparedness, transportation accessibility, and evacuation methods for certain modes of transportation, such as transit and rail systems ... for individuals with disabilities, their family members, and care givers." From the Department of Transportation (LII) Emergency Preparedness and Individuals With Disabilities "contains basic information on emergency preparedness, transportation accessibility, and evacuation methods for certain modes of transportation, such as transit and rail systems ... for individuals with disabilities, their family members, and care givers." From the Department of Transportation (LII) American Red Cross Charity Navigator this web page lists many legitimate charities from which to choose, and has tips on making sure your gift goes where you want it to go. Network for Good "Provides links to charities that assist victims" (LII) Salvation Army United Way "review" 11:41:57 AM

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