Campus Blood Drive, March 8

Less than a year ago, campus library staff lost one of its own to unexpected and tragic circumstance. In memory of this colleague, Maureen Grant, the libraries will host a blood drive--a cause that was near and dear to her. The libraries invite eligible donors to stop by Memorial Library, Room 116 (from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM) on Thursday, March 8 to donate a pint through the American Red Cross.

For additional information about how to donate, phone 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit the Red Cross Website. All blood types are desired and necessary. Donors will be asked to present a blood donor card, driver’s license or two other forms of ID to check-in.

Thank you for making a difference in the lives of those needing your donation.

Blood Drive in Memory of Maureen Grant
Date and Time: Thursday, March 8 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Place: UW-Madison Memorial Library, Room 116, 728 State Street

View the press release.

Year of the CSA, MACSAC Open House

Save the date! The MACSAC organization (Madison Area Community Supported Agriculture Coalition) will host an open house at the Monona Terrace, Sunday March 18, from 1:00-4:00 PM.

At the open house, you will be able to chat with growers and evaluate the different share options--often weekly or every-other-week deliveries of seasonal produce, eggs, cheese, honey or meat depending upon share plan and CSA farm. (And, many of these same growers also participate in the area farmers’ markets).

In order to plan ahead, take a look at the MACSAC 2012 Farm List to consider farms and share options that will best satisfy your appetite for produce and level of participation. Many of the farms have application forms that you can submit now.

In addition to supporting a local economy and savoring the fresh produce, there are some other incentives. Many health plans furnish rebates for CSA participation. Shares can also be donated to assist families in our community in need. And, less we forget, there are opportunities to volunteer and to learn more with a job or internship at an area farm or MACSAC event.

Data Management, What is Your Plan?!

Do you need to describe your data-management plan in your NSF grant application? Are you frustrated by losing your research data to disk failure, laptop theft, or record-keeping issues? Would you appreciate an unbiased review of your lab's data-management practices?

If so, then Research Data Services is available to help.

Research Data Services is a team of librarians, IT professionals, and research-support staff who help researchers with answering data-management questions. For instance, the team can help with addressing the following concerns:

• Data-management plans for the NSF and other funding agencies

• Best practices in digital-data preservation and data sharing

• Process and workflow evaluation and assessment

• Connections with helpful experts and other campus resources

Learn more about data management and arrange for individual consultations by visiting the Research Data Services Website.

Cycling at its Coolest!

Have this season’s milder winter temps had you eager for a ride?! If so, then check out the schedule of events for Winter Bike to Work Week (February 12-18, 2012). "Madison Bike Winter" and the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin encourage you to discover a fitness and transportation solution with a winter commuting challenge. Visit the "Bicycle Blog" page to view the Madison calendar of events where you can outfit that bike, snack (hot coffee, anyone?!), and socialize with fellow cyclists.

Events remaining this week include:

Wednesday
Machinery Row Wednesday--FREE Coffee on Path outside Machinery Row; “Love Your Bike” 50% off tune-ups at Machinery Row Bicycles, all day; “Singles Ride,” single-speed bikes encouraged, meet at Machinery Row Bicycles, 5:30 PM; “Love Cycles,” indoor cycling, Speed Cycling in Fitchburg, 6:00 PM, $5 drop in

Thursday
Dream Bikes Thursday--FREE Coffee on Path; Yoga for Cyclists, Mound Street Yoga, 5:30 PM, $5 for anyone who bikes

Friday
Bike Fed Friday--FREE Coffee on Path outside Machinery Row; After Work Party, Brocach Irish Pub, Capital Square location with RAFFLE PRIZES, 5:00-7:00 pm; After Party Ride to Ale Asylum, 7:00 PM; Sobering alternative: Indoor Cycling, Speed Cycling, 6:00 PM, $5 drop in

Saturday
Winter Farmers’ Market Ride, Senior Center, 11:00 AM, arrive earlier to eat breakfast!

Optional Sunday
Madison Winter Festival, Cyclo Frost Costume Race, Capital Square, 8:30 AM

Of Love and Chocolate

While the Madison area is host to some wonderful purveyors of chocolate (Candinas, DB Infusion, Gail Ambrosius, Maurie’s), you may feel inspired to craft your own sweet treats. Check out a sampling of titles from Steenbock’s cookbook collection (or run some additional searches in the catalog). After all, hasn’t it been said that the way to one’s heart is through one’s stomach?! Locate some of these titles on the display shelving, first floor, or speak with one of the librarians for assistance finding available copies.

With thanks to Brittany S for compiling this list of titles.

The Chocolate Bible: The Definitive Sourcebook, with over 600 Illustrations - TX767 C5 C482 1997

The Book of Chocolate - TX791 R62

Chocolate: History, Culture, and Heritage - TX767 C5 C46365 2009

Ghirardelli Original Chocolate Cookbook - TX767 C5 L37 1986

Hershey's: Make it Chocolate! - TX767 C5 H448 1987

365 Great Chocolate Desserts - TX767 C5 H38 1991

Baker's Favorite Chocolate Recipes: A handbook of Chocolate Cookery - TX767 C5 B33 1958

Pillsbury Cookies, Brownies & Chocolate Galore! - TX772 P54 1993

Mrs. Fields I Love Chocolate! Cookbook : 100 Easy & Irresistible Recipes - TX767 C5 F54 1994

Hershey's Chocolate Lover's Cookbook - TX767 C5 H449 1993

Chocolate Artistry: Techniques for Molding, Decorating, and Designing with Chocolate - TX767 C5 G65 1983

Chocolate from the Cake Mix Doctor - TX771 B98 2001

Chocolate Delights - TX767 C5 G55 1985

Death by Chocolate Cookies - TX772 D47 1997

Brighter Baking with M&M's Brand Chocolate Mini Baking Bits - TX772 B75 1996

Chocolate Passion: Recipes and Inspiration from the Kitchens of Chocolatier Magazine - TX767 C5 B68 2000

Chocolate Cake - TX771 U78 2001

Chocolates and Confections: Formula, Theory, and Technique for the Artisan Confectioner - TX791 G786 2007

Chocolate: Pathway to the Gods - TX817 C4 D74 2008