Callinan the Librarian

aka Ellen Callinan

Ellen Callinan writes the blog "Callinan the Librarian" about balancing life and librarianship.  

I've lost track of the number of Computers in Libraries I've attended.  It's become my favorite conference - it recharges my brain and creativity each spring.  I'm very excited to see the new conference facility in Crystal City, although I'll miss the chance to grab a bite at my favorite spots around Dupont Circle. 

As usual, I want to be at several programs simultaneously. On Monday, I plan to attend most of Track C. On Tuesday, I'm aiming at a mix of Tracks B and C, and on Wednesday, I'll probably be in Track D.

In my past lives, I was the manager of research at Crowell & Moring in Washington and the digital development librarian at Georgetown Law, where I built the library's website and intranet.  These days, I'm balancing my life as a parent with my love of librarianship as a consultant and trainer.  I recently joined Joan Axelroth and Mary Talley at Axelroth & Associates, where I'm building the company's technology and placement services.  Since I'm creating tools to support our company's virtual operation, I'll be focusing on learning as much as I can about wikis and other collaborative tools at this year's CIL.

I hope to see lots of old friends at Computers in Libraries.  Please drop me at line at ellen@callinan.net if you're around and can meet for lunch.