Where is sidebar in iTunes

I used to have a sidebar in iTunes but it has disappeared.   Now I have a drop down menu that shows different libraries.  I am trying to sync photos to my iPad and have no option for photos or syncing.  Also, I don't see a way to find out what version of iTunes I am using although I am sure it is up to date.
Am using Windows 7
Thanks for your help

Also having sidebar issues.
I clicked on the update for my HP printer, but then iTunes also updated. Oh Crap.
I'm in the middle of ripping my large collection of CDs to a 1T drive. On previous versions I used to make a playlist, insert a disc, select all (or some), and drag to that playlist. Why? In album view, iTunes lists all "albums" even if I've only downloaded or ripped one song from an album; a playlist per album lets me search for real albums. Also, I might drag a partial group of songs so as not to download a song I didn't like.
Can't do any of this anymore because CDs are not listed in the sidebar. Now I have to import the whole CD, import the entire CD, select it and drag it to the playlist. I tried selecting just the songs I want to import in the new version—nope. Now I have to go back in and delete the ones I don't want. Seriously? Further,  when importing, I need select the import setting each time instead of just setting it to AIFF once as a preference and forgetting about it. Oh goody, one more mouse click; just what I was hoping for.
I didn't ask to update; I only wanted to update printer software. The update adds (several) steps to my process. The sidebar is less useful. The program is less flexible. I even keep looking for a blue icon and now it's red—I'll get over it, but what was the point of that change? What was the point of ANY of these changes? Apple employees may find it fascinating to screw around with their products all day; I just want to get something done. If it ain't broke, don't "fix it".
"This update includes many design and performance improvements that makes iTunes easier and more enjoyable to use." No, not really . . .

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