From bsarjean at nmu.edu Sun Nov 2 14:22:49 2014 From: bsarjean at nmu.edu (Sarjeant, Bruce C) Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2014 19:22:49 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] New Documents for October, 2014 Message-ID: <815e34c4826746c183db92c3762209d9@EX01.ads.nmu.edu> A list of new government documents has been posted to the GODORT of Michigan wiki. Of note this month: Search for Michigan Public Land and Shooting Ranges. Drug Enforcement in the United States: History, Policy, and Trends. Michigan's Great Lakes Water Trails. Masked dispatches: cryptograms and cryptology in American history, 1775-1900. Issues Related to State Voter Identification Laws. Affording College in Michigan: Guidebook for Students and Families. http://godortmi.pbworks.com/w/page/88377308/October%202014%20New%20Documents%20%28and%20online%20resources%29 Bruce Sarjeant Reference, Documents & Maps Librarian Lydia M. Olson Library Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave Marquette, MI 49855 bsarjean at nmu.edu 906-227-1580 From ladiskih at mcls.org Mon Nov 3 10:46:42 2014 From: ladiskih at mcls.org (Heather Ladiski) Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 10:46:42 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] November - December MCLS workshops Message-ID: Good morning! Register today for the following upcoming workshops offered by MCLS: November 11-13 Assigning Library of Congress Call Numbers: Advanced (online) November 13 MeLCat Refresher Training for DCB Libraries (in Lansing) November 18 Stop Saving Paging Slips! Streamlining the MeLCat Process to Save Yourself Time (online) November 18-20 Copy Cataloging of Digital Resources (Virtual/Internet Resources & Video Games) Using RDA (online) December 2-4 Original Cataloging of Archives Using RDA (online) December 4 The MeLCat Overdue Process December 9 MeLCat Refresher Training for DCB Libraries (in Lansing) December 10-12 Original Cataloging of Digital Resources (Virtual/Internet Resources & Video Games) Using RDA (online) December 16 MeLCat Reports (online) December 17-19 Copy Cataloging of Archives Using RDA (online) December 17-19 Original Cataloging of Sound Recordings Using RDA (online) For more information and to register, go to: http://www.mcls.org/training-events/training-events-list/ The January - June 2015 training calendar will be posted soon! If you have any ideas on workshops that you would like to see offered by MCLS, contact the training department at training at mcls.org Have a great day! - heather ******************** Heather M. Ladiski, CAP-OM Executive Assistant/Meeting Planner Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, Michigan 48910-3657 800/530-9019 ext. 133 517/394-2420 ext. 133 Fax: 517/492-3885 NOTE: New email: ladiskih at mcls.org website: www.mcls.org Check out the MCLS Training Calendar at: http://www.mcls.org/training-events Like us on Facebook for the latest MCLS news: https://www.facebook.com/mcls.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From rchartr at cityofeastlansing.com Mon Nov 3 10:50:59 2014 From: rchartr at cityofeastlansing.com (Robert Chartrand) Date: Mon, 03 Nov 2014 10:50:59 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Sending Patrons to Collections Message-ID: <54575E13020000600003B4D5@chall06.ci.east-lansing.mi.us> Hello Everyone, Quick question: what are your library's policies on sending patrons to a collection agency? How many fines must they owe and for what length of time? Do they only get sent when they have items checked out? That sort of thing. Thank you in advance! Robert Chartrand Circulation Supervisor East Lansing Public Library 517-351-2420 (Library) 517-319-6943 (Office) _________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lbbartel at uproc.lib.mi.us Mon Nov 3 11:07:01 2014 From: lbbartel at uproc.lib.mi.us (Barb Bartel) Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 10:07:01 -0600 Subject: [Michlib-l] Sending Patrons to Collections In-Reply-To: <54575E13020000600003B4D5@chall06.ci.east-lansing.mi.us> References: <54575E13020000600003B4D5@chall06.ci.east-lansing.mi.us> Message-ID: <9B4BF687D16141A690DB6F1B94AC3418@Director> Great question. I'd like to know the answers. _____ From: michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org] On Behalf Of Robert Chartrand Sent: Monday, November 03, 2014 9:51 AM To: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Sending Patrons to Collections Hello Everyone, Quick question: what are your library's policies on sending patrons to a collection agency? How many fines must they owe and for what length of time? Do they only get sent when they have items checked out? That sort of thing. Thank you in advance! Robert Chartrand Circulation Supervisor East Lansing Public Library 517-351-2420 (Library) 517-319-6943 (Office) _____ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From rneveu at lssu.edu Mon Nov 3 11:57:39 2014 From: rneveu at lssu.edu (Ruth Neveu) Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 11:57:39 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Library Director Position - Are you or someone you know interested in relocating to the beautiful Upper Peninsula? Message-ID: Lake Superior State University, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is seeking a Library Director: The Director of the Library is responsible for the management of the Kenneth J. Shouldice Library and reports directly to the Provost and Vice-President for Academic Affairs. The Director develops, promotes, maintains and evaluates library and media services to faculty, staff, a varied student population, and the community. for more information see the human resources posting - https://jobs.lssu.edu/postings/941 Sincerely, Ruth Neveu -- Ruth Neveu - Collection Development Kenneth J. Shouldice Library Lake Superior State University 906 Ryan Street Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Phone: 906-635-2124 Fax: 906-635-2193 Email: rneveu at lssu.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From cutlerlibrary at live.com Mon Nov 3 12:46:56 2014 From: cutlerlibrary at live.com (Jessica Little) Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 12:46:56 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Donation of appreciated stock Message-ID: Hi, I need some advice about appreciated stock donations. A private citizen is interested in possibly donating appreciated stock to our 501 (c)3 Friends of the Library group, which has never accepted donations of this kind before and doesn't know what would be involved in accepting the donation. Do you have any advice or can you point me in the correct direction to find information about the steps involved and any complications that might arise from accepting stock/securities donations? They're a small group, usually netting between $1000 and $2000 annually, eligible for filing a 990EZ form and a biannual rather than annual audit. Thank you! Jessica Little -- Library Director T.A. Cutler Memorial Library 312 Michigan Ave. St. Louis, MI 48880 (989) 681-5141 From lombardo at oakland.edu Mon Nov 3 18:38:23 2014 From: lombardo at oakland.edu (Shawn V. Lombardo) Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 18:38:23 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Position opening: Dean of University Libraries, Oakland University, Rochester, MI Message-ID: Oakland University, a doctoral research university, seeks an energetic leader who fosters innovation and collaboration to serve as Dean of University Libraries at a vibrant, growing institution. The ideal candidate will continue the Libraries'strong momentum of integrating teaching, information, and technology to create dynamic, welcoming learning environments. Recent enhancements to the Libraries--including the launch of an institutional repository and the expansion of its credit-bearing information literacy course--underscore this exciting opportunity to broaden the Libraries' role as a central pillar upon which the University can advance its educational, research, and public-service goals. View a complete position description and submit a letter of application, your curriculum vitae, contact information of three current references, and a copy of one of your recent publications at: https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/3535. Questions regarding this position should be directed to: Shawn V. Lombardo Associate Dean, Oakland University Libraries Dean Search Advisory Committee lombardo at oakland.edu Review of applications will begin on January 5, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled. 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[please circulate among public library folks] http://www.districtdispatch.org/2014/11/data-powers-advocacy-please-log-onto-digital-inclusion-survey-today/ Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From melgovt at hotmail.com Tue Nov 4 09:09:39 2014 From: melgovt at hotmail.com (Debbie Gallagher) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 09:09:39 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Federal Tax Forms @ the Library - Not! Message-ID: You may have noticed from your order TFOP Order Form 8635 that the IRS finally sent, they have dropped some very important forms & pubs from the list. Here are the two most egregious (isn't that a great word, sounds so William Buckley when you say it) omissions: - Form 1040 EZ and Instructions 1040 EZ - Publication 17 1040EZ ? Excuse me? Although emails and phone calls from govdoc'ers have gone unreturned the IRS did put a small item on the TFOP web site that they may "possibly offer additional items at the end of November." So we'll have to order what we can while we can and stay tuned for further announcements from the great and wonderful . . . never mind. Debbie Gallagher -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From SimlarC at michigan.gov Tue Nov 4 09:21:00 2014 From: SimlarC at michigan.gov (Simlar, Cathleen (MDOS)) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 14:21:00 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Election Day Reminder Message-ID: <38abdcbb3cb84f8ca49df06834edc986@DM2PR09MB0351.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Hello. If you use social media, please consider pushing out the following reminders today. Thank you! * Twitter: Today is #Election Day across #Michigan. Don't forget to vote! Find your polling place, review your ballot at mi.gov/vote. * Facebook: Today is Election Day in Michigan. Don't forget to vote! Go to Michigan.gov/vote to view a sample ballot, find your polling place and much more. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From WhiteS29 at michigan.gov Tue Nov 4 09:26:52 2014 From: WhiteS29 at michigan.gov (White, Shannon (MDE)) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 14:26:52 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Library-related webinars for November In-Reply-To: <1415109859928.78291@michigan.gov> References: , <1415109859928.78291@michigan.gov> Message-ID: <862DE89D-FA2A-4014-88F3-D142C609F4E1@michigan.gov> The November list of free library-related webinars is now available from the Library of Michigan. Highlights for November include the following: * Creating Data Reports with LibPass with Joe Hamlin * Life after getting an MLIS * Resources Description and Access Overview: Making RDA Work * Every Kid Ready to Read: Tech Tools for Early Literacy * MacGyver Librarianship: The Art of Doing More w/Less! There's a lot more to take a look at so be sure to review the November listing and see what's in it for you! You can find the November list on our website, www.michigan.gov/libraryce If you have questions about a particular event, please contact the organization presenting the instruction. Shannon ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29 at michigan.gov http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From WhiteS29 at michigan.gov Tue Nov 4 09:37:21 2014 From: WhiteS29 at michigan.gov (White, Shannon (MDE)) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 14:37:21 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Training courses available through EDGE In-Reply-To: <862DE89D-FA2A-4014-88F3-D142C609F4E1@michigan.gov> References: , <1415109859928.78291@michigan.gov>, <862DE89D-FA2A-4014-88F3-D142C609F4E1@michigan.gov> Message-ID: <3A51258E-5070-4A56-8B7C-9A55686685E3@michigan.gov> Once you complete your assessment using EDGE you and your library staff are eligible to participate in the classes listed below. If you want a brief overview of what EDGE is and how it can be used in your library and community watch here:http://www.libraryedge.org/Getting_Started/index.htm Training is available to public libraries that have completed the Edge assessment. Four highly interactive courses are currently being offered to strengthen your library's efforts in the areas of advocacy, technology management, library leadership, and community assessment and planning. TRAINING COURSES AVAILABLE THROUGH EDGE Strengthening Your Library Partnerships This course will guide participants in developing strategies to: * Effectively advocate for technology resources * Identify and grow partnerships * Create an advocacy plan * Craft and deliver compelling messages This course supports Edge work plan selections associated with Benchmarks 3, 5 and 6. Fostering Your Library Leadership This course will guide participants in developing strategies to: * Enhance their own leadership skills * Communicate the library's vision, especially as it relates to technology and advocacy * Engage community stakeholders * Foster innovation in the library through staff and program development This course supports action plan selections associated with Benchmarks 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10. Building Public Access Technology Services This course will guide participants in developing strategies to: * Identify the high-level tasks associated with managing public access technology * Ensure staff can meet patron technology needs * Foster an ongoing culture of learning within the library This course supports action plan selections associated with Benchmarks 4, 6, 7 and 8. Assessing Your Community's Needs This course will guide participants in developing strategies to: * Plan and execute a community assessment * Create and implement a technology resource plan * Regularly revisit library policies This course supports action plan selections associated with Benchmarks 1, 3, 4 and 6. Don't forget that participating libraries must complete the Edge assessment prior to registering for training. Sign up for the EDGE Assessment here:http://www.libraryedge.org/ Shannon White Library of Michigan 517-373-9489 whites29 at michigan.gov www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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URL: From hudmh at llcoop.org Tue Nov 4 09:55:32 2014 From: hudmh at llcoop.org (Melissa Huisman) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 09:55:32 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] E-Rate Question from Marian In-Reply-To: <7063A1A22368934F8143B9EB482FB91FAA364462@EROS.cadl.org> References: <7063A1A22368934F8143B9EB482FB91FAA364462@EROS.cadl.org> Message-ID: <008e01cff83f$6247bb50$26d731f0$@llcoop.org> This firm is great. We've used them for several years. Our fee is only $200 but I'm pretty sure it is based on the amount you get for USF. Janelle Morgan Elite Fund, Inc. P: 800.705.9703 F: 815.717.9761 406 N. State St. PO Box 125 Stanton, MI 48888 From: michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org] On Behalf Of Knox,Sheryl Cormicle Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2014 9:47 AM To: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] E-Rate Question from Marian Posting for Marian the Librarian from Lake Neverwuz Library: I overheard a colleague, Mindy Sue. She had a great suggestion for getting started with E-Rate. She said consider hiring a consultant for the first year if you're new to it. You'll learn all the paperwork and figures you'll need for subsequent years and you can watch the consultant navigate the forms and process. Then, you might not need a consultant after year one. Does anyone on here use an E-rate consultant they would recommend? Do I have to have a lot of money up front to try this route? Thanks, Marian -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From cutlerlibrary at live.com Tue Nov 4 12:22:18 2014 From: cutlerlibrary at live.com (Jessica Little) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 12:22:18 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Donation of appreciated stock In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thank you for all of the wonderfully informative responses about donations of appreciated stock! Jessica On 11/3/2014 12:46 PM, Jessica Little wrote: > Hi, > > I need some advice about appreciated stock donations. A private > citizen is interested in possibly donating appreciated stock to our > 501 (c)3 Friends of the Library group, which has never accepted > donations of this kind before and doesn't know what would be involved > in accepting the donation. Do you have any advice or can you point me > in the correct direction to find information about the steps involved > and any complications that might arise from accepting stock/securities > donations? They're a small group, usually netting between $1000 and > $2000 annually, eligible for filing a 990EZ form and a biannual rather > than annual audit. > > Thank you! > > Jessica Little > -- Library Director T.A. Cutler Memorial Library 312 Michigan Ave. St. Louis, MI 48880 (989) 681-5141 From jflury at tln.lib.mi.us Tue Nov 4 15:10:05 2014 From: jflury at tln.lib.mi.us (Jim Flury ) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 15:10:05 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] The Book House, Inc Closure In-Reply-To: <1114431470.1936987.1415130955444.JavaMail.root@tln.lib.mi.us> Message-ID: <997973683.1939593.1415131805715.JavaMail.root@tln.lib.mi.us> All, I wanted to share with you news regarding the upcoming closure of one of the vendors on our Michigan Statewide Book and AV Discounts list, Jonesville, Michigan based The Book House, Inc. Please see below from John Ansett, President, The Book House, Inc: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- October 27, 2014 To Our Customers, The Book House will be closing as of December 31, 2014. We will cease operations in an orderly manner that minimizes inconvenience to our customers rather than the Faxon/SWETS model. No new orders will be accepted after Friday, October 31st. It is our intention to supply all existing orders that can be delivered before December 31, 2014. Please advise us if you would like your existing orders treated differently or if there is anything you would like us to do to facilitate your transition to new vendors. If you have a deposit account or credit balance please provide refund instructions. Thank you for the business you have provided us in our 52 years of operation. I apologize for any inconvenience our closure creates for your library. Sincerely, John Ansett President, Book House, Inc. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Book House, Inc serviced mainly academic and special libraries. Inclusion of the statement ...rather than the Faxon/SWETS model... was to me rather chilling. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury at tln.lib.mi.us From rneveu at lssu.edu Tue Nov 4 15:11:46 2014 From: rneveu at lssu.edu (Ruth Neveu) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 15:11:46 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Position opening: Library Director - Lake Superior State University, Sault Ste. Marie, MI in the beautiful Upper Peninsula Message-ID: Lake Superior State University, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is seeking a Library Director: The Director of the Library is responsible for the management of the Kenneth J. Shouldice Library and reports directly to the Provost and Vice-President for Academic Affairs. The Director develops, promotes, maintains and evaluates library and media services to faculty, staff, a varied student population, and the community. For a complete position description and more information see the human resources posting - https://jobs.lssu.edu/postings/941 Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Lake Superior State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. -- Ruth Neveu - Collection Development Kenneth J. Shouldice Library Lake Superior State University 906 Ryan Street Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Phone: 906-635-2124 Fax: 906-635-2193 Email: rneveu at lssu.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From knoxs at cadl.org Mon Nov 3 13:57:04 2014 From: knoxs at cadl.org (Knox,Sheryl Cormicle) Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 18:57:04 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] E-Rate Question from Marian Message-ID: <7063A1A22368934F8143B9EB482FB91FAA363A6B@EROS.cadl.org> Posting for Marian the Librarian from Lake Neverwuz Library: I overheard a colleague, Mindy Sue. She had a great suggestion for getting started with E-Rate. She said consider hiring a consultant for the first year if you're new to it. You'll learn all the paperwork and figures you'll need for subsequent years and you can watch the consultant navigate the forms and process. Then, you might not need a consultant after year one. Does anyone on here use an E-rate consultant they would recommend? Do I have to have a lot of money up front to try this route? Thanks, Marian -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From asklis at wayne.edu Tue Nov 4 17:47:24 2014 From: asklis at wayne.edu (WSU School of LIS) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 17:47:24 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] School of Library and Information Science Fall Open House - Next Week! In-Reply-To: <1983203152.12125126.1415141124921.JavaMail.root@wayne.edu> Message-ID: <266018138.12125812.1415141244414.JavaMail.root@wayne.edu> Join us next week for the School of Library and Information Science Fall Open House! The Open House will take place Thursday, November 13, 2014 from 5-7 p.m. in WSU's Welcome Center and on the 3rd Floor of Kresge Library . You can RSVP by clicking on the link below. SLIS Open House Thursday, November 13, 2014 from 5-7 p.m. The SLIS Open House is a great chance to learn more about our MLIS program (available online), career opportunities in the information profession and chat with SLIS faculty members from each of our pillars: Library Services , Information Management , and Archives and Digital Content Managemen t . There will also be SLIS Admissions representatives, current SLIS students and alumni available to answer any questions you may have about what an MLIS can do for you. In addition, you can learn more about scholarship opportunities and graduate student assistantships , and tour our state of the art Digital Media Projects Lab . WSU librarians will be demoing a pair of Google Glasses with a custom WSU-designed app! Last but not least, students can learn further details about the Winter 2015 GSA position from WSU librarians and even apply in person! We will have an admissions representative at the Graduate Open House the Welcome Center, but the main action will be at the SLIS Open House ?Meet and Greet? on the 3rd Floor of Kresge Library , so we hope you will join us there! Questions? Feel free to contact us at slis.admissions at wayne.edu or 313-577-1825 . We look forward to seeing you! Wayne State University School of Library and Information Science 106 Kresge Library Detroit, MI, 48202 313-577-1825 ? Toll free: 877-263-2665 ? 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Reflecting the area's emphasis on the out-of-doors, the Library's collections include one devoted to fly-fishing. The area is an outdoor enthusiast's delight every season of the year andthe kind of place people love to visit -- and love to call home, while the location on I-75 allows for ease of travel. For additional information about the Library, visit//www.crawfordco.lib.mi.us/./To learn more about the communityvisit: www.coorisd.net ; www.casdk12.net; www.crawfordco.org ; www.graylingchamber.com . *The successful candidate *will**be a community-oriented individual: who enjoys the small-town, laid-back, "Up North" way of life; who values the opportunity to interact with the public as a hands-on director; has proven personnel management skills; has a comprehensive understanding of library finances and budgeting and excellent overall financial management ability; is flexible and energetic; has strong communication skills and is comfortable with representing the library in the community; is knowledgeable regarding current technology and its use in public libraries;and has an overall understanding of current public library operations and services. *Beginning Salary*: $35,500 for candidates with a bachelor's degree and $52,000 with the MILS degree dependent on experience; benefit package includes health, vision and dental insurance, and a deferred compensation plan. *The position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university*;* *a Master's degree in library science or library and information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association*is highly preferred. **In addition*, the position*requires* a minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a library position, of which at least two (2) years have been in a position with management and supervisory responsibilities in a public library. *Applications*will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by *5:00 p.m. (EST) December 1, 2014 *will receive first consideration.*Electronic submissions required*.*Interested individuals should forward a cover letter, _which specifically addresses the position_ _requirements_, a resume, and three professional references, including complete contact information.* Electronic submissions and requests for additional information should be directed to: Marianne Hartzell at marianne at hartzell-mikaconsulting.com or via telephone at (517) 719-3487. -- Marianne Hartzell, Consultant marianne at hartzell-mikaconsulting.com Hartzell-Mika Consulting, LLC P.O. Box 4396 East Lansing, Michigan 48823 517.719.3487 Online at: www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com check us out on Facebook! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kathy.irwin at gmail.com Tue Nov 4 20:29:08 2014 From: kathy.irwin at gmail.com (Kathy Irwin) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 20:29:08 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] job posting: Director of Library Technology Message-ID: Central Michigan University Libraries seeks applications for the position of Director of Library Technology. The Director of Library Technology provides vision and strategic leadership for Library Systems in a team- and service-oriented environment. The Director is responsible for overseeing and managing the full life cycle of the University Libraries? systems, applications, hardware, and web services. The Director manages the departmental budget, leads a department of six staff members, and serves as a member of the Libraries' senior management group. The Director will develop and employ strategies to ensure that the library systems support the academic needs of a 21st century university. *Minimum qualifications:* ? Master's degree in a field related to position; or a Bachelor?s degree in computer science or computer information systems. ? Five years recent experience and accomplishments in information systems. ? Five years recent, successful leadership and supervisory experience. ? Evidence of the ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently. ? Demonstrated experience and achievements in project management and problem solving. ? Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities and projects. ? Evidence of excellent written and oral communication skills and effective interpersonal skills. *Preferred qualifications:* ? Master's degree. ? Professional experience working in a library. ? Professional experience working in higher education. ? Progressive leadership experience and responsibility. ? Project management experience in an educational, technology, or library setting. ? Knowledge and understanding of library integrated systems and applications such as Innovative Interfaces Inc. Millennium or Sierra systems, Ex Libris SFX and Primo, ILLiad, OCLC, and CONTENTdm. ? Knowledge and understanding of a variety of technologies and relevant certifications: MS Office applications; Windows and UNIX computer and server operating systems; Database programming and querying; Microsoft SharePoint; Web site design and development, authoring tools, markup and scripting languages; Google Analytics or other web analytics; user interface design and usability testing course management systems. Submit an online application using this link: https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/20615 Screening of Application Materials will begin December 2, 2014 Central Michigan University was established in 1892 and is among the nation?s 100 largest public universities. As a tier-one university, CMU serves nearly 20,000 students on its Mount Pleasant campus. It also enrolls more than 7,000 students and working adults online and at 50 out-of-state locations. CMU delivers a superior educational experience for students that is built on close relationships with faculty and staff, hands-on learning including undergraduate research, an emphasis on leadership and volunteerism, and a global perspective. With a $440 million budget, CMU offers more than 200 academic programs from the undergraduate to doctoral levels. Premier programs include the sciences, business, accounting, health professions, communications, teacher preparation, educational leadership, engineering, neuroscience, psychology, apparel merchandising design, music, and political science. CMU in 2013 launched the nation?s 137th College of Medicine. CMU offers top NCAA Division I athletics. The university is located in a classic college community in the heart of lower Michigan, where residents find active outdoor features, family attractions and Midwestern life in a vibrant university culture. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From melgovt at hotmail.com Tue Nov 4 20:55:11 2014 From: melgovt at hotmail.com (Debbie Gallagher) Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2014 20:55:11 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] 1040 EZ is Back Message-ID: Wow, the IRS must be following Michlib-L. Here's the big announcement from late this afternoon: Based on the concerns expressed by you and many other TFOP partners, we are adding Form 1040 EZ, Income Tax Return for Single and Joint Filers with No Dependents, to the list of forms that can be ordered. We will email a supplemental order form to you in two to three weeks. We also understand your concern about the elimination of Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax (for Individuals), from the program. As soon as Publication 17 is printed, we will automatically mail one reference copy to each TFOP location. If a customer requests a product not stocked at your location, please refer them to: www.irs.gov/formspubs to view or download a tax product; orwww.irs.gov/orderforms or 1-800-829-3676 to place an order. We apologize for any inconvenience.Thank You The Pub 17 news is a bummer but that may change too. Keep at 'em, folks! Debbie Gallagher -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com Mon Nov 3 08:35:43 2014 From: jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com (Jobeth Bradbury) Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 07:35:43 -0600 Subject: [Michlib-l] Head-Special Collections, University of California Santa Barbara-Closes November 9! Message-ID: <006f01cff76b$12ce8740$386b95c0$@gossagesager.com> HEAD-SPECIAL COLLECTIONS University of California-Santa Barbara Embrace scholarly exploration, collaboration and intellectual engagement working with a team of professionals dedicated to diversity, integrity, and innovation as the Head of Special Collections, UC Santa Barbara Library. The University of California, Santa Barbara , one of ten campuses of the University of California system, seeks an experienced, forward-looking, and engaging leader-scholar for the position of Head, Special Research Collections. The successful candidate will guide the Department through its continuing evolution into a dynamic and innovative resource serving diverse and changing scholar needs and interests. The Head will articulate a vision and strategic direction that promotes the visibility, accessibility, and impact of nationally and internationally recognized primary research collections, expert services, facilitate collaboration of relevant initiatives and programs, develop fundraising strategies, and integrate the treasures of the Department into teaching, research, and learning at the University. In addition, The Head of SRC will have the opportunity to participate in the planning, design, and furnishing of the new 2015 three story addition . He/she will have the responsibility for envisioning, defining and initiating services, showcasing prominent collections, and offering special programs, exhibitions, etc. in this new state of the art facility. The Department of Special Research Collections acquires, maintains, preserves, and ensures accessibility of its most valuable, rare and unique materials. The collection includes approximately 250,000 volumes, 16,000 linear feet of manuscripts, 100,000 photographs and 200,000+ early sound recordings. Named collections are the Wyles Collection of nineteenth and twentieth century American History, the American Religions Collection, the Performing Arts Collections, the California Ethnic and Multicultural Archives, and the Humanistic Psychology Archives. The Department of Special Research Collections also serves as the University Archive. Responsibilities. The Head of Special Research Collections reports to the AUL for Research and Scholar Services and is responsible for the administration, planning, and management of the department personnel, resources, services, and operations. The incumbent has leadership and administrative responsibility for collection development, budgeting (including endowments, gifts, grant-funded projects), security and preservation, digitization projects, public relations, and fundraising activities. The Head establishes and sustains faculty and researcher relationships and is responsible for strategic and effective collection development, maintenance and preservation of collections, overall collection policies and works to ensure materials are discoverable, accessible and used by clientele. The Head also works closely with University Librarian, other library administrators, Library Development Officer, faculty and professional colleagues to identify new sources and contacts for enhancing funds and collections, initiates and writes proposals, and provides stewardship for existing gifts and awards. In addition, the Head will work with others to organize and manage special events and exhibits and establish partnerships with campus departments, museums, UC system wide Special Collections Departments, and units within the library to maximize support and increase visibility of the collections. Required Qualifications include an ALA-accredited MLIS or Masters in Archival Studies, an advanced degree in a relevant subject area or a substantial record of research and scholarship, and demonstrated experience in special collections or archives. The successful candidate will have superior leadership skills including demonstrated management and supervisory experience with success in leading, guiding, and fostering a dynamic workplace environment; ability to articulate a vision, set priorities, organizational goals, and introduce and manage change; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with campus scholars, officials, UC colleagues, dealers, vendors, staff, and library supporters. The new Head will show a strong commitment to excellence in public service and a commitment to serving diverse users including faculty, students, researchers, community users, and visiting scholars. An understanding of emerging technologies, key issues and trends in archives and special collections is also a vital quality of the selected candidate. Other essential attributes are demonstrated success in cultivating donor relationships; a record of achievement in obtaining grants, gifts, or awards; the ability to organize, publicize, and promote a variety of events for the Department of Special Research Collections; and excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Preferred qualifications include certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists; strong success in building outstanding special collections; demonstrated working knowledge of the rare book and manuscripts trade and familiarity with the principles and methods of conservation, preservation, and security of materials; experience working with curators, technical services, digital processing, and knowledge of copyright law. Excellent analytical, creative problem solving skills, and ability to exercise sound judgment; budget and resource allocations experience; and a record of active and continuous participation in professional associations are also desirable. Compensation. The position offers a starting salary range of $73,238 to $116,220 and an attractive benefits package . For additional information on the Library, the University and the region, please visit UCLinks . For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or phone. To start the application process, send an in-depth cover letter and your curriculum vitae as Word or pdf attachments to Dan Bradbury or Jobeth Bradbury on or before the closing date of November 9, 2014. Appointment and/or continued employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check. The Library is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest updates! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From graddyd at cantonpl.org Mon Nov 3 13:50:51 2014 From: graddyd at cantonpl.org (Dolores Graddy) Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2014 18:50:51 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] FW: Sending Patrons to Collections Message-ID: <0ab8f3389685497881f5852e70d3253b@EXC1.cantonpl.org> Hi Robert, Thank you for your question. Our process in forwarding patrons on to collections are as follows: The following notices are sent prior to collections: o 2 Days before material is due - Courtesy Notice (email only) o 4 Days late- Overdue Notice o 10 Days late - Overdue Notice o 21 Days late - Billing Notice o 45 Days late - Account is referred to Unique and $10 non-refundable fee ? Balance is minimum $35 and material is 45 days overdue ? Day 22, 43 & 85 notices sent from Collections after initial 45 day notice ? Day 57-70 & 90-112 phone call attempts from collection agency ? 150 Days past material due date, patron is credit reported by Unique o A non-negotiable $10 collection fee (this fee cannot be waived) will be added to the account. o A block is also placed on the account and cannot be removed by Circulation Assistants. The block will come off the account 24 to 48 hours after the collection company receives payment full payment of balance due on account. o The collection agency does not report the patron to the credit reporting agencies unless the collection period has exceeded 120 days. o Patrons must pay their fines down to zero in order to have collection agency contact suspended and borrowing privileges restored. Regards, Dolores [vsmCPLlogo] Dolores Graddy Holds Assistant II Circulation Services Canton Public Library www.cantonpl.org [cid:image002.png at 01CA7F16.F78F4450] [cid:image003.png at 01CA7F16.F78F4450] 1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188 734-394-1300 From: michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org] On Behalf Of Robert Chartrand Sent: Monday, November 03, 2014 10:51 AM To: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Sending Patrons to Collections Hello Everyone, Quick question: what are your library's policies on sending patrons to a collection agency? How many fines must they owe and for what length of time? Do they only get sent when they have items checked out? That sort of thing. Thank you in advance! Robert Chartrand Circulation Supervisor East Lansing Public Library 517-351-2420 (Library) 517-319-6943 (Office) ________________________________ East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Stevensville, MI 49127 cjolly at lincolnlib.org 269-429-9575 ________________________________ From: Crystal Jolly Sent: Monday, August 4, 2014 4:30 PM To: Carol R; Mary Hill Subject: RE: Your Target Grant Application Hello Carol, Thank you for applying for the grant. I know the library received a grant from Target before so hopefully that will make us feel a little better. There will be more grants to apply for in the future. Have a great week. Crystal Jolly Children's Librarian Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Rd. Stevensville, MI 49127 cjolly at lincolnlib.org 269-429-9575 ________________________________ From: Carol R Sent: Monday, August 4, 2014 11:46 AM To: Crystal Jolly; Mary Hill Subject: Fwd: Your Target Grant Application Hi Crystal and Mary, Unfortunately, we did not received the Target grant. This email arrived over the weekend. Carol Begin forwarded message: From: > Date: August 3, 2014 1:04:19 PM EDT To: > Subject: Your Target Grant Application Friends Of The Lincoln Township Public Library Program: Dine and Discuss Family Book Club Amount Requested: $2,000.00 Dear Ms. Reigle: Thank you for your application to the Target Local Grant Program for the program referenced above. We regret that we are unable to provide support at this time. We receive many more requests than we are able to fund and we are often required to choose between many worthy programs. Due to the large number of requests we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback on declined applications. Target grant guidelines are available online at target.com/community. We appreciate your interest and extend our best wishes for your success. Sincerely, Target Community Relations The Mailbox which generated this email does not receive messages. 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Montalv?n, who served 17 years, including multiple combat tours, honorably departed the military as a result of physical and psychological wounds sustained. Copies of their inspirational memoir and their new widely acclaimed children's book will be available for purchase and signing immediately following the presentation. Program funding in part by the Michigan Humanities Council, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Friends of the Orion Township Public Library. Ragtime, Boogie, and Blues Piano Concert Saturday, November 22 @ 2:00p Pianist Matthew Ball will bring his rollicking concert of old-time piano fun with favorites like "The Entertainer," "Swanee River," "Over the Rainbow," "In the Mood," and many more. Described as Michigan's leading boogie-woogie pianist, Oakland County Resident Ball holds a BA in both music and history and has trained extensively as both a classic and jazz pianist. For more information visit www.boogiewoogiekid.com. 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My apologies for any duplication Angie ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Michigan Library Association Date: Mon, Nov 3, 2014 at 2:00 PM Subject: Strong response prompts Academic Libraries conference to extend proposal deadline To: ellenkw at umich.edu Having trouble viewing this email? Click here You are receiving this newsletter as an exclusive benefit of your MLA membership or because you are a friend who has requested to receive MLA professional development information. Unsubscribing will prevent you from receiving all MLA Weekly newsletters (Networking, Membership, Professional Development and Advocacy) as well as News You Can Use bulletins. If you wish to receive only select communication from MLA, please email your preferences to lcovey at milibraries.org. You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails. [image: transparent logo] *November 3, 2014* *News You Can Use* *Your association keeping you informed.* * Dear Ellen, * Due to a strong last minute response to our call for programs, we have decided to extend the deadline. Interested individuals now have until *Monday, November 10* to submit a presentation proposal for Academic Libraries 2015 conference, to be held May 28th and 29th, 2015, in Bay City. But don't delay, you won't want to miss out on this opportunity. The deadline to volunteer as a program or poster juror is also *Monday, November 10. *Apply today! *Academic Libraries 2015 ConferenceCall for Proposals and Posters* We're interested in thoughtful proposals on topics in every area of librarianship, addressing the range of issues of critical concern to academic libraries. We'd like representation across the spectrum of academic librarianship: from the development of BibFrame to the expansion of PDA/DDA, from new methods of electronic resource management to the integration of MOOCS, to ARL's 'New Roles for New Times' liaison model. Broad participation is encouraged from librarians, staff and administrators from all types of academic libraries (including but not limited to public universities, private colleges and community colleges). Proposals should include a description of no more than 300 words and an abstract of no more than 75 words, along with at least one learning outcome. Proposals will be evaluated on relevance to academic library profession, originality and creativity, and clarity/applicability of content and outcomes. The submission deadline for *presentations* is *November 10, 2014.* - Program proposals may be submitted here . The deadline for *poster proposals* is *February 9, 2015 * - Poster proposals may be submitted here . For more information about the conference, visit the MLA website . Feel free to post and forward this call for proposals to colleagues who are doing work that Michigan Librarians should know about! We're looking forward to seeing you! *Call for Jurors* Want to contribute to the 2015 Michigan Library Association Academic Libraries Conference? Consider volunteering to be a juror! We're looking for jurors for both the programs and poster sessions. The Academic Libraries Work Group is looking for volunteers from a variety of academic libraries (community colleges, private institutions, public universities, etc...) and roles (technical services, reference services, administration, etc...) to evaluate and rank proposals based on a provided rubric. Jurors must be current MLA members, and would be required to read and evaluate program proposals between November 10th and December 1st, and poster proposals between February 16th and March 9th. If you're interested in participating, please email Jill Spreitzer ( werdeljc at udmercy.edu) or Ellen Mueller (ellenkw at umich.edu) with the following information by *Monday, November 10, 2014*: Your name Desired role: proposal juror or poster juror Your library type (community college, college, university, other-specify) Your job specialty (management, instruction, cataloging, reference, etc) *Stay Connected* [image: Like us on Facebook] [image: Follow us on Twitter] Forward this email This email was sent to ellenkw at umich.edu by lcovey at milibraries.org | Update Profile/Email Address | Rapid removal with SafeUnsubscribe ? | Privacy Policy . Michigan Library Association | 1407 Rensen St., Ste. 2 | Lansing | MI | 48910 -- Jo Angela Oehrli Learning Librarian Children's Literature Librarian University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1185 http://www.lib.umich.edu/users/jooehrli 734 936-2376 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Public Library new additional millage request of 0.20 mills for a period of 10 years passed with a 54.63% approval! I want to thank the community for their support! Thank you voters! You do have a voice! We also want to thank the Clarkston Independence District Library -Yes Library! Committee for donating their campaign signs to us! They really made a difference! These are lucky signs so if anyone needs signs let us know. We would like to pay it forward! Three times a charm! -- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180 Fax: 248-628-6109 http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org ?Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.? Margaret Fuller 1810-1850 Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon From cmarlow at cromaine.org Wed Nov 5 10:42:14 2014 From: cmarlow at cromaine.org (Ceci Marlow) Date: Wed, 05 Nov 2014 10:42:14 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Cromaine District Library Ballot Proposal fails by 94 votes--unofficial results Message-ID: <545A4556.90608@cromaine.org> But likely to stand. At 11:45 pm, the last two precincts reported in and the proposal passed by 11 votes. That's what got reported on WDIV and the Livingston County Daily Press-Argus. At 12:19 am, more votes, likely absent voter ballots from one of the boards, came in and the proposal failed by 94 votes. We are grateful for the wonderful support, the incredible energy and hard work of our volunteers, and the many yes votes we did see--49.5% in favor, 50.5% opposed. And, Cromaine will continue to be the very best library it can be in service to this community, whatever the circumstances. ceci From charli.osborne at gmail.com Wed Nov 5 10:49:52 2014 From: charli.osborne at gmail.com (Charli Osborne) Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2014 10:49:52 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] YALSA Volunteer of the Year Award Message-ID: **please excuse cross-posting, casting a wide net** Last chance to nominate someone for the YALSA Volunteer of the Year Award! Do you know an outstanding YALSA member whose work on a committee, task force or board deserves recognition? Or perhaps a truly amazing Chair whose leadership went above and beyond? What about an entire group whose work deserves to be highlighted? If so, please get your nomination in soon as the deadline is closely approaching. All nominations must be in by December 1st to qualify. To nominate someone use this online form . 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UMS also has a "small balances" program to remind people to pay their overdue fines down, but we've not implemented it, since the most important thing to us is getting materials back into circulation. Bruce A. MacDonald Assistant Director Peter White Public Library Marquette, Michigan On Mon, Nov 3, 2014 at 10:50 AM, Robert Chartrand < rchartr at cityofeastlansing.com> wrote: > Hello Everyone, > > Quick question: what are your library's policies on sending patrons to a > collection agency? How many fines must they owe and for what length of > time? Do they only get sent when they have items checked out? That sort of > thing. > > Thank you in advance! > > Robert Chartrand > Circulation Supervisor > East Lansing Public Library > 517-351-2420 (Library) > 517-319-6943 (Office) > > > ------------------------------ > > East Lansing e-news is just a click away. Sign up to receive East > Lansing's Dialog e-newsletter and other e-publications. Just visit > http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/news today! > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mail2.mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From NorrisS2 at michigan.gov Wed Nov 5 11:36:24 2014 From: NorrisS2 at michigan.gov (Norris, Sonya (MDE)) Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2014 16:36:24 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] E-Rate Question from Marian In-Reply-To: <008e01cff83f$6247bb50$26d731f0$@llcoop.org> References: <7063A1A22368934F8143B9EB482FB91FAA364462@EROS.cadl.org> <008e01cff83f$6247bb50$26d731f0$@llcoop.org> Message-ID: Greetings, How a library is charged for E-rate consulting is negotiable and there are several popular methods. One method is where the consultant takes a percentage of the discount received. On the up-side, you know that you won't spend your entire discount on consulting services. On the down-side, this method is sometimes frowned upon. Look at it this way. If your discount is one million and the consultant takes a percentage that's going to result in a much higher fee than if your discount is one thousand. And certainly a larger library with more complicated and expensive services to discount will take more time to work with. But is it a proportionally equitable system in the end? Many consultants have weighed in that it is not. Another method is to charge by the hour. On the up-side, you only get charged for the time that you use. On the down-side, the clock is always ticking. If what you need is access to a consultant as you navigate E-rate, you want to be able to talk to them without worrying about billing in 15-minute increments. Especially, if as Marian suggested, you're considering a consultant on a short-term basis. You want every bit of knowledge you can glean from them in the time you plan to have them. A third method is to be charged by the project. In other words, you work with the consultant to come to a price based on the complexity of your filing situation. On the up-side, you know what you're paying going in. But you'll also need to do some research so you can enter into the negotiations with a good sense of what's reasonable for your library to pay. Where do you get more information about what's reasonable to pay for E-rate consulting? From your colleagues in the Michigan library world, of course! Michlib-l is a great resource for seeking out other libraries in situations similar to your own and asking about their experiences. And don't forget about your co-ops. Michigan co-op directors are either personally responsible for answering E-rate questions from member libraries or they have designated someone within the co-op to do this. Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant and Plinkit Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org http://www.michlibrary.org Invest in a child's future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading [Culture of Reading-A (2)] From: michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org] On Behalf Of Melissa Huisman Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2014 9:56 AM To: 'Knox,Sheryl Cormicle'; michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] E-Rate Question from Marian This firm is great. We've used them for several years. Our fee is only $200 but I'm pretty sure it is based on the amount you get for USF. Janelle Morgan Elite Fund, Inc. P: 800.705.9703 F: 815.717.9761 406 N. State St. PO Box 125 Stanton, MI 48888 From: michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org] On Behalf Of Knox,Sheryl Cormicle Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2014 9:47 AM To: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] E-Rate Question from Marian Posting for Marian the Librarian from Lake Neverwuz Library: I overheard a colleague, Mindy Sue. She had a great suggestion for getting started with E-Rate. She said consider hiring a consultant for the first year if you're new to it. You'll learn all the paperwork and figures you'll need for subsequent years and you can watch the consultant navigate the forms and process. Then, you might not need a consultant after year one. Does anyone on here use an E-rate consultant they would recommend? Do I have to have a lot of money up front to try this route? Thanks, Marian -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Webster Ave. Muskegon, MI 49440 231-722-7276 From JDyki at cranbrook.edu Wed Nov 5 09:51:41 2014 From: JDyki at cranbrook.edu (Judy Dyki) Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2014 14:51:41 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] The Value of Academic Libraries: SEMLOL Fall Meeting, November 21st Message-ID: You are invited to attend the Fall SEMLOL (Southeastern Michigan League of Libraries) meeting, which will take place on November 21st, 2014, 1:00-4:00 pm at Madonna University. The meeting program will focus on the value of academic libraries. Please see the attached flyer for more details. Corey Seeman from University of Michigan will give a talk on "The Ethereal Library: Thinking Creatively When You Have No Space to Think." Paul Gallagher, Paul Beavers, Judith Arnold, and Elliot Polak from Wayne State University will give a talk on "Assessment in Process: Three Ongoing Projects at the Wayne State Libraries." You can register online and pay online ... or you can register online and bring check or cash to the meeting as payment: https://semlolfall2014.eventbrite.com Looking forward to seeing you at the meeting. Kindly, Mariela Hristova :-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-:-: SEMLOL Executive Board, Chair Southeastern Michigan League of Libraries www.semlol.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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With vivid description and suspenseful storytelling, Bob covers the brutal attack against his father and the assassination attempts against Walter Reuther and his brother Victor. Bob will join us for a presentation and book signing. Thursday, December 18 at 6:00 For more than 30 years theater and speech educator Jim Glenn has made presentations about William Shakespeare to schools, libraries, theaters, private acting studios and senior groups. Mr. Glenn?s lively and informative talks set the Bard against a rich description of Elizabethan times?surprising and delighting audiences with intriguing details of the author?s life and work. I am attaching our flyers for the events in case you would like to print some for your patrons. All are welcome! If you have any questions or need additional information please let me know. Thank you. Kathy Faba Branch Librarian Warren Public Library Warren, MI -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Free Toner available - let me know if you could use any of these: (2) HP 701 HP 20 HP LaserJet 4000 - C4127x Brother TN450C HP LaserJet 1150 - Q2624A Andrea Estelle, Library Director "Brighten the Corner Where You Are" Every Great Community Deserves a Great Library www.otsegolibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image001.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 10371 bytes Desc: not available URL: From bmacdona at gmail.com Wed Nov 5 12:14:09 2014 From: bmacdona at gmail.com (Bruce MacDonald) Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2014 12:14:09 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Marquette millage results Message-ID: There were two township proposals on the ballot yesterday for contracting services from the Peter White Public Library. Although they are probably not reading MICHLIB-L, we appreciate all the advocates for the library who came forward in each community! 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Cloutier) Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2014 12:19:52 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Oxford Public Library Millage Failed Message-ID: <7A393697E03B1E458429E47656B7FDDD79AF247202@OPL-SERVER.OPL.local> Oxford Public Library Millage Failed 3367-Yes to 3612-No (245) This was OPL's third attempt in three years to pass a .4518 Headlee Override. It failed first in August of 2012, also in August 2014, and again last night. The last increase in funding for the library was nearly 20-years ago. We were ahead at one point in the evening giving us some hope-but absentee ballots are what ultimately took us out in the end. Unlike our previous attempts-we had a strong campaign committee, but the editor of our local newspaper continues to run his own anti-campaign using his editorial column as his outlet. We were the only funding request on the ballot that failed locally. We shared the ballot with police and fire/ems, both of which were rather substantial requests in comparison to what we were asking our voters to support. Subsequently we were also the only item on the ballot that the local newspaper strongly encouraged voters to vote "NO" on. Sort of mindboggling, isn't it? Change is inevitable-so we will be making changes to our operations, plan of service and service hours beginning January 1, 2015. As a courtesy, outside of Michlib-l we will notify our neighboring communities of those changes shortly. Regards, Bryan J. Cloutier Library Director Oxford Public Library 530 Pontiac Road Oxford MI 48371-4844 Voice: 248.628.3034 x 211 Fax: 248.628.5008 Web: www.MiOPL.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Lisa Lisa Hoenig, Director Redford Township District Library 25320 West Six Mile Road (313)531-2640 Redford, Michigan 48240 fax (313)531-1721 www.redfordlibrary.org lhoenig at redfordlibrary.org ****************************************************************** Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. -- William James -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From librarian at vassarlib.org Wed Nov 5 12:56:49 2014 From: librarian at vassarlib.org (Eric Andreychuk) Date: Wed, 05 Nov 2014 10:56:49 -0700 Subject: [Michlib-l] Vassar Library Renewal Passes Message-ID: <20141105105649.688c7471d8f24b57f53fc6834118bd0b.d726b48266.wbe@email17.secureserver.net> An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Melissa Armstrong Librarian Caro Area District Library 989-673-4329 ext. 107 melissa at carolibrary.org From: michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mail2.mcls.org] On Behalf Of Eric Andreychuk Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2014 12:57 PM To: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Vassar Library Renewal Passes I'm happy to announce that the Bullard Sanford Memorial Library in Vassar had a millage renewal of 1.25 mills for four years passed in yesterday's election. Thanks to all our supporters and congrats to all the other libraries with ballot proposals! Yes - 2,016 No - 822 Eric Andreychuk Library Director Bullard Sanford Memorial Library 520 W. Huron Ave. Vassar, MI 48768 (989) 823-2171 Fax: (989) 823-8573 www.vassarlib.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Message-ID: **Please excuse the cross-posting** *MAE Award Press Release* YALSA members who have run an exceptional reading or literature program in the 12 months leading up to Dec. 1, 2014 are eligible to apply for the 2015 MAE Award for Best Literature Program for Teens, which recognizes an outstanding reading or literature program for young adults. Do you run a spectacular teen book club that engages underserved audiences? Did your summer reading program or literature festival connect teens with literature in an innovative way? Is your Reader?s Advisory always three steps ahead of a trend? Have you connected teens to literature or helped them gain literacy skills via some other exciting means? Whether the program was large or small, if it was good, you could win $500 for yourself and an additional $500 for your library by applying for this award! Individual library branches may apply. The MAE Award is sponsored by the Margaret A. Edwards Trust. Applications and additional information about the award are available online. Applications must be submitted online by Dec. 1, 2014. For questions about the award, please contact the jury chair, Tony Carmack (tcarmac at yahoo.com). The winner will be announced the week of Feb. 9, 2015. Not a member of YALSA yet? It's not too late to join so you can be eligible for this award. You can do so by contacting YALSA?s Membership Marketing Specialist, Letitia Smith, at lsmith at ala.org or (800) 545-2433, ext. 4390. Recognize the great work you are doing to bring teens together with literature and apply today! Warmest Regards, Stephanie Stephanie Charlefour Tween and Teen Librarian Wixom Public Library 49015 Pontiac Trail Wixom, MI 48393 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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David Tennant, as Dr. Who ________________________________ From: Lisa Hoenig To: michlib-l at mail2.mcls.org Sent: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 12:30 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Redford Township District Library millage proposal I am thrilled to report the voters of Redford Township yesterday approved 1.4 mills of supplemental library funding for 8 years. 9,636 votes Yes 4,939 votes No Ours was the largest new request in mills in the State. Thank you, Redford Township voters for your overwhelming support: a 2/3 majority vote in a general election! This is a true endorsement of what we're doing, and a very important win for the entire Redford Township community. We are very happy and proud of our work! Lisa Lisa Hoenig, Director Redford Township District Library 25320 West Six Mile Road (313)531-2640 Redford, Michigan 48240 fax (313)531-1721 www.redfordlibrary.org lhoenig at redfordlibrary.org ****************************************************************** Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. -- William James _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mail2.mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lminor at chelibrary.org Wed Nov 5 17:44:49 2014 From: lminor at chelibrary.org (Lynn Minor) Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2014 17:44:49 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Azuradisc dual disc cleaning machine supplies Message-ID: We have some left over Azuradisc dual disc cleaning machine supplies our library can no longer use. If you are a RIDES library and would like them please contact me. First come, first get. Thanks! 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The Legal Gateway, for example, contains 13 classifications of topical information. Looking for answers to Common Michigan Legal Questions or Finding Legal Assistance or Starting Legal Research? Legal Gateway classifications list resources for finding these and more. The next time you and your patrons are looking for subject focused content, connect to the MeL Subject Gateways to begin your search. Michigan residents or Michigan library access only may apply to some resources. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week?s MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact at mel.org or visit Michigan.gov/mel. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli, Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4996 Toll Free: 877.479.0021 Fax: 517.373.5700 The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries & how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ & watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. Invest in a child?s future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From stcdld at hotmail.com Thu Nov 6 15:19:35 2014 From: stcdld at hotmail.com (John Sheridan) Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2014 15:19:35 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] IRS tax exempt database Message-ID: Hello all, Recently I went to apply for a grant from PNC Bank online. I was stopped when I got to the part where their system checks the tax exempt status from the IRS exempt organization database. It seems that public libraries are not listed unless they have a 501 (c) 3 status. I phoned the IRS and was instructed to file form 1023 a few days later when I phoned the IRS to get a clarification on a question I was told that we would need to file for 501 (c ) 3 status first. So my question to the collective wisdom and experience librarians, is there a way to get onto the IRS tax exempt database without filing 501 (c) 3? By the way, according to the IRS libraries are government entities under 509 (A) 170 (B) ( 1) ( a ) ( V) and thus tax exempt but not on the tax exempt database. Curiously, form 1023 does not list the above 509 status but does have the (1) ( a) ( IV) and (VI). More and more foundations are looking at on-line applications and have the same verification step which stops the process. John Sheridan Vicksburg District Library jsheridan at vicksburglibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Her most recent book, The Mind of Winter , was published in March of this year. Laura will discuss her books and read selections of her poetry. This would be a great program for aspiring writers, especially those who are participating in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month ). I have attached a flyer for those who like to print them out. All are welcome, but those who would like to attend need to register at troypl.org/laurak or by calling 248.524.3542. Please contact me if you have any questions. Thank you! Constance Doherty Head, Adult Information Services Troy Public Library 510 W. Big Beaver Rd. Troy, MI 48084 248.619.7591 -- -- WOW! Homepage (http://www.wowway.com) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Thanks, Sheri Sheri Glon Webmaster Kent District Library 814 West River Center Dr. NE Comstock Park, MI 49321 616-784-2016 x2162 sglon at kdl.org [http://scsharepoint1/Docs/Pictures/KDL%20Logos/Email-SIG-KDL.jpg] -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image001.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 6834 bytes Desc: image001.jpg URL: From cmarlow at cromaine.org Thu Nov 6 16:02:36 2014 From: cmarlow at cromaine.org (Ceci Marlow) Date: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 16:02:36 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Under the Radar at Cromaine! Absolutely fabulous! Message-ID: <545BE1EC.10205@cromaine.org> Cromaine hosted the Under the Radar guys and it was fabulous. Tom Daldin and Jim Edelman from UTR accomplished something that doesn't happen often: they made us laugh over and over *and* reminded us how great Michiganders are. UTR isn't about "the best of the best" it's about the unique towns, festivals and travel opportunities there are in our state. It really boils down to the people behind these destinations. The coolest thing is that Tom and Jim are a Michigan success story themselves. They both found themselves out of work during the recession. They knew each other as fellow media professionals, so they put their heads together and started pitching ideas to PBS. Their book sales were brisk (we're hoping there can be a group discounted buy, maybe, for public libraries in Michigan?). At least four of our guests (full-house) said it was the best program they'd ever attended! Don't you want to have them, too? Especially wonderful on the heels of our ballot proposal loss (so many heard the news for the first time at the program!), we highly recommend having them educate, enrich, and entertain your community, too! ceci marlow -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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So my question to the collective wisdom and > experience librarians, is there a way to get onto the IRS tax exempt > database without filing 501 (c) 3? By the way, according to the IRS > libraries are government entities under 509 (A) 170 (B) ( 1) ( a ) ( V) and > thus tax exempt but not on the tax exempt database. Curiously, form 1023 > does not list the above 509 status but does have the (1) ( a) ( IV) and > (VI). > More and more foundations are looking at on-line applications and have the > same verification step which stops the process. > > John Sheridan > Vicksburg District Library > jsheridan at vicksburglibrary.org > > -- Ann Perrigo, Co-Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior Street Albion, MI 49224 517 629-3993 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Deb Deb Biggs Thomas Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan --------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsthomasd at michigan.gov http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org Begin forwarded message: From: SirsiDynix Events > Date: November 7, 2014 at 5:07:07 AM EST To: > Subject: Webinar: 10 Must-Have Skills for Today's Library Director Reply-To: > [http://go.sirsidynix.com/rs/sirsidynix1/images/EOS-generic-email-header-shadow-left.png] [SirsiDynix] [http://go.sirsidynix.com/rs/sirsidynix1/images/EOS-generic-email-header-shadow-right.png] WEBINAR: 10 Must-Have Skills for Today's Library Director Are there ways you can improve as a Library Director? Has the skillset needed to succeed changed? What can you do to keep your skills relevant and effective? Many librarians have noted that their MLS prepared them to be a librarian, but not necessarily a director prepared to face the challenges of today's libraries. Learning the ropes to be successful today doesn't have to be through trial-by-fire! Join us for a presentation featuring the Librarian in Black author, Sarah Houghton, as she discusses "10 Must-Have Skills for Today's Library Director." Drawing from her experience as a Library Director, the ever-witty Houghton will help you make a difference at your library by helping you adapt to the learning curve. She will focus on what it takes to survive and thrive in your job given the challenges of managing a library. Her presentation will include: * Communicating across generations * Managing conflict * Elevator pitching or promoting * Handling a budget * Familiarizing yourself with legal issues * Avoiding burnout Learn critical skills that will help you make a difference as a library director today. Join us for this entertaining and informative webinar! 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From: mi-ala-news-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:mi-ala-news-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Minkin, Rachel Sent: Thursday, November 6, 2014 9:35 PM To: mi-ala-news at mcls.org Subject: [Mi-ala-news] Bylaws draft - we'd like to hear from you! Colleagues, Interim bylaws are currently in draft form for a second round of public review through November 21st. You may submit your comments by emailing the Interim Board. Draft bylaws are currently being hosted on the miala.org site using this link: http://www.miala.org/updates/minkinr/draft-bylaws-open-review/ We look forward to hearing from you! Rachel M. Minkin, on behalf of the Mi-ALA Interim Board * Stephanie D. Davis, Jackson College, co-chair * Rachel M. Minkin, Michigan State University, co-chair * Mary Beeker, Northwestern Michigan College, secretary * Cliff Haka, Michigan State University, treasurer * Margaret Auer, University of Detroit Mercy * Scott Garrison, Ferris State University * Christina Radisauskas, Aquinas College To contact all Interim Board members: steeringcommittee at miala.org Please share this message widely and encourage others to join in the conversation by subscribing to the Mi-ALA News list at http://lists.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/mi-ala-news -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- An embedded and charset-unspecified text was scrubbed... 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Warren Dean, Academic Information Services Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave. Marquette, MI 49855 906-227-2117 906-227-1333 (fax) library.nmu.edu/ais From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Hamlin, Joseph (MDE) Sent: Friday, November 07, 2014 9:38 AM To: 'michlib-l at lists.mcls.org' Subject: [Michlib-l] Library Millage Election Results Hello Public Library Directors, I have updated the millage election results located on the Trustee page of the Library of Michigan's website. Please visit www.michigan.gov/librarytrustee and open the "Michigan public library millage election results [PDF icon] " at the bottom of the page. If you had a millage that I neglected to report, please let me know as soon as possible and I will add it to the updated list. Thank you, Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. 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As far as other co-ops, it may be something that is addressed with their memberships. According to the IRS, public libraries are government entities and are exempt under 509 (A) 170 (B) (1) (a) (V). and are also recognized in form 1023 EZ under the National Toxonomy of Exempt Entities NTEE code B70. Why all entities are not automatically added to the IRS exempt entitiy database is a mystery to me. I encourage all library boards to send a letter to their representatives and to the senators to have libraries added to the list. I also think that we need to get MLA onto this and they can get ALA involved nationally. Libraries need to secure grants and not being on the Tax exempt database hurts libraries and communities. I will now step down from my soapbox. John Sheridan Vicksburg District Library -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We'd like representation across the spectrum of academic librarianship: from the development of BibFrame to the expansion of PDA/DDA, from new methods of electronic resource management to the integration of MOOCS, to ARL's 'New Roles for New Times' liaison model. Broad participation is encouraged from librarians, staff and administrators from all types of academic libraries (including but not limited to public universities, private colleges and community colleges). Proposals should include a description of no more than 300 words and an abstract of no more than 75 words, along with at least one learning outcome. Proposals will be evaluated on relevance to academic library profession, originality and creativity, and clarity/applicability of content and outcomes. The submission deadline for presentations is November 10, 2014. * Program proposals may be submitted here. The deadline for poster proposals is February 9, 2015 * Poster proposals may be submitted here. For more information about the conference, visit the MLA website. Feel free to post and forward this call for proposals to colleagues who are doing work that Michigan Librarians should know about! We're looking forward to seeing you! Anne Elias anneelias at delta.edu Government Documents/Reference Librarian Delta College University Center, MI (989) 686-9874 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From spasche at benzieshoreslibrary.org Fri Nov 7 12:45:22 2014 From: spasche at benzieshoreslibrary.org (Stacy Pasche) Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2014 12:45:22 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] email with no phone Message-ID: I was helping a patron obtain an email account today and was a little surprised to see that most of the major free web-based email services now require either a second email account or mobile phone number to activate the account. The woman needing email (for unemployment filing) has no previous email account and has no mobile phone. She can't be alone in this situation. Does anyone know of any web-based email services that still don't require mobile phone or previous email? Thanks! -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director From cnofsinger at gmail.com Fri Nov 7 12:57:07 2014 From: cnofsinger at gmail.com (Christine Nofsinger) Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2014 12:57:07 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] email with no phone In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Mail.com does not require a phone or second email account. We've had the same problem and found this site. Chris (Marcellus) On Fri, Nov 7, 2014 at 12:45 PM, Stacy Pasche < spasche at benzieshoreslibrary.org> wrote: > I was helping a patron obtain an email account today and was a little > surprised to see that most of the major free web-based email services > now require either a second email account or mobile phone number to > activate the account. The woman needing email (for unemployment > filing) has no previous email account and has no mobile phone. She > can't be alone in this situation. > > Does anyone know of any web-based email services that still don't > require mobile phone or previous email? > > Thanks! > > -- > Stacy Pasche, > Assistant Library Director > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From rachael at kalkaskalibrary.org Fri Nov 7 13:07:18 2014 From: rachael at kalkaskalibrary.org (Rachael Birgy) Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2014 13:07:18 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Do you know this book? Message-ID: Hi, I have a patron in search of a fiction book about a french woman (maybe named Solel) who is part of a sleep study that her ex-boyfriend is over seeing. In her dreams she looks for a young girl (maybe named Arnette) who has a brain injury and is in trouble. The book is from the late 80's or early 90's. 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On Fri, Nov 7, 2014 at 12:45 PM, Stacy Pasche wrote: > I was helping a patron obtain an email account today and was a little > surprised to see that most of the major free web-based email services > now require either a second email account or mobile phone number to > activate the account. The woman needing email (for unemployment > filing) has no previous email account and has no mobile phone. She > can't be alone in this situation. > > Does anyone know of any web-based email services that still don't > require mobile phone or previous email? > > Thanks! > > -- > Stacy Pasche, > Assistant Library Director -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director From southofnormal at gmail.com Fri Nov 7 13:34:57 2014 From: southofnormal at gmail.com (Jill Baker) Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2014 13:34:57 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Do you know this book? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Sideshow??? http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/614668.Sideshow On Fri, Nov 7, 2014 at 1:07 PM, Rachael Birgy wrote: > Hi, > I have a patron in search of a fiction book about a french woman (maybe > named Solel) who is part of a sleep study that her ex-boyfriend is over > seeing. In her dreams she looks for a young girl (maybe named Arnette) who > has a brain injury and is in trouble. The book is from the late 80's or > early 90's. > Does anyone know the title of this book? > Thank you for your help! > > -- > Rachael Birgy, Youth Services Director > Kalkaska County Library > 247 S. Cedar St., Kalkaska, MI > 231-258-9411 > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > > -- Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. - Max Ehrmann -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Assisting patrons with library equipment, including public PCs and microfilm reader ????????? Sorting and shelving books and other library materials ????????? Creating and maintaining patron records, collecting fines and processing customer requests ????????? Creating flyers and other promotional materials ? Requirements and Qualifications: ????????? Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public library functions ????????? Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well within a team dynamic ????????? Ability to supervise the work of others ????????? Considerable knowledge of the use of computers and other technology in libraries ????????? Experience with graphics programs and social media preferred ????????? Physical ability to bend, reach and lift light loads (25+ lbs) required ????????? Bachelor’s Degree required, with library science undergraduate work desirable. Library experience preferred. ????????? Must be able to work evenings and occasional Saturdays Please mail or drop off cover letter, r?sum? and application at 317 N. Main St. Ishpeming, MI 49849. Applications are available at the library or online at the city of Ishpeming website: http://ishpemingcity.org/?wpfb_dl=5 Jessica Shirtz Library Director Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library 317 N. Main Street Ishpeming, MI 49849 906-486-4381 uproc.lib.mi.us/ish/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: job posting assistant librarian.docx Type: application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document Size: 48591 bytes Desc: not available URL: From christina.radisauskas at aquinas.edu Fri Nov 7 14:07:48 2014 From: christina.radisauskas at aquinas.edu (Christina Radisauskas) Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2014 14:07:48 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Mi-ALA meeting minutes Message-ID: Hello! Minutes to the 10/23/14 meeting of the Interim Board of the Michigan Academic Library Association have been approved and posted to our website. Take a look at them here: http://miala.org/updates/minkinr/board-minutes-10232014/ To contact the Interim Board, email steeringcommittee at miala.org Christina Radisauskas Mi-ALA Interim Board member -- Christina Radisauskas Information Literacy Librarian Grace Hauenstein Library Aquinas College 1607 Robinson Rd SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506 616-632-2124 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kperkins at herrickdl.org Fri Nov 7 15:41:22 2014 From: kperkins at herrickdl.org (Kelli Perkins) Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2014 20:41:22 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] email with no phone In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: <1415392881578.10375@herrickdl.org> Agreed with the other library. We searched and recommend mail.com or the owning company www.gmx.com. We tried them and you can truly create an account without a cell phone--so handy for our patrons. Kelli Perkins Head of Reference Services Herrick District Library 300 S River Ave, Holland MI 49423 616.355.3718 kperkins at herrickdl.org Reading: "The Marco Effect" by Jussi Adler-Olsen ________________________________________ From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org on behalf of Stacy Pasche Sent: Friday, November 07, 2014 1:08 PM To: michlib-l at mail2.mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] email with no phone ok- so I just tried again and gmail let me create an account with no phone. Before, we were stuck in a continuous loop on both gmail and yahoo. I promise I had all of my t's crossed and i's dotted. Nevermind, everyone. 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She > can't be alone in this situation. > > Does anyone know of any web-based email services that still don't > require mobile phone or previous email? > > Thanks! > > -- > Stacy Pasche, > Assistant Library Director -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l From mrios at herrickdl.org Fri Nov 7 23:03:00 2014 From: mrios at herrickdl.org (Molly Rios) Date: Sat, 8 Nov 2014 04:03:00 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Fw: Job Posting - Teen Librarian In-Reply-To: <7f8e5418f0024055a0a8393d459249e2@DM2PR0801MB1149.namprd08.prod.outlook.com> References: <7f8e5418f0024055a0a8393d459249e2@DM2PR0801MB1149.namprd08.prod.outlook.com> Message-ID: <1415419385908.50156@herrickdl.org> -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Cheers, Deb Deb Biggs Thomas Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan --------------------------- 517-373-4466 biggsthomasd at michigan.gov http://mel.org http://facebook.com/mel.org Begin forwarded message: From: "Reference Desk, Library of Michigan (MDE)" > Date: November 7, 2014 at 4:56:23 PM EST To: LM-ALL > Subject: FW: Best Mobile Library Apps for Digital Literacy - Free From: ALA TechSource Webinars [mailto:ALAEditions at ala.org] Sent: Friday, November 07, 2014 11:41 AM To: Reference Desk, Library of Michigan (MDE) Subject: Best Mobile Library Apps for Digital Literacy - Free Having trouble viewing this e-mail? View as a web page. Forward this to your colleagues. [Facebook] [LinkedIn] [Twitter] [AddThis] [ALA Store] [From ALA Editions] Free Webinar! Apps for Librarians: Digital Literacy with Mobile Apps with Nicole Hennig Monday, November 17, 2014 1:00pm ET | 12:00pm CT 11:00am MT | 10:00am PT Have iPads, but don't have the time to discover the best apps? In this free webinar, Nicole Hennig will provide you with a preview of the best apps available and what to expect in her upcoming eCourse on Apps for Librarians. Mobile apps are empowering for people of all ages and abilities. As librarians and educators, we are passionate about learning and providing access to information. Contrary to the popular idea that apps are only useful for "consumption," the best mobile apps are being used effectively as tools to enable learning and knowledge creation. They are also making it easier for people of all ages and abilities to learn and create without having to focus on technical problems. In this free webinar, you'll discover apps to create the best learning experiences you can for your students and patrons. 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URL: From ReishK at michigan.gov Mon Nov 10 10:58:49 2014 From: ReishK at michigan.gov (Reish, Karren (MDE)) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 15:58:49 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Money Smart Week Collaboration - deadline is approaching! Message-ID: A final reminder that if you'd like to sign up to participate in Money Smart Week and receive free books and materials, the deadline is next Friday, Nov. 21st. Information on the program is below and the survey link is https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SmartMoney2015. Thank you. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk at michigan.gov ________________________________ From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Riley, Randy (MDE) Sent: Tuesday, October 07, 2014 3:30 PM To: Michlib-l (michlib-l at lists.mcls.org) (michlib-l at mail.mcls.org) Subject: [Michlib-l] Money Smart Week Collaboration The Library of Michigan is pleased to encourage libraries to join the 2015 Money Smart Week collaboration. Money Smart Week partners and Novi Public Library are working together to provide public libraries in Michigan with books and materials to encourage both children and parents to learn about financial literacy. Financial literacy is a core 21st Century skill for all age groups. During Money Smart Week 2014, Michigan libraries across the state held more than 100 story times and gave away donated books to more than 3,000 families in 38 counties. Please consider participating in this wonderful opportunity for your community members. We would also like to thank Julie Farkas at the Novi Public Library for her role in helping coordinate this program for Michigan Libraries. For more information and to find details on how your library can participate in the Money Smart Week initiative visit, . https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SmartMoney2015. Randy Riley, State Librarian --------------------------------------------------- Money Smart Week(r) (MSW) is just around the corner and we have a fabulous opportunity for you to give away free books to children attending a story time at your library between April 18-25, 2015! MSW is a public awareness campaign designed to help consumers better manage their personal finances. This is achieved through the collaboration and coordinated effort of hundreds of organizations across the country including financial institutions and other businesses, schools, libraries, not-for-profits, places of worship, government agencies and the media. National MSW Partners include the American Library Association and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, among others. These groups work together once a year to stress the importance of financial education, inform consumers about where they can get help and provide free educational seminars and activities throughout the week. Programming is offered to all demographics, ages and income levels, and covers all facets of personal finance from savings basics and establishing a budget, to estate and retirement planning. The effort was created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002. Between April 18-25, 2015, libraries and communities across the country will be hosting financial education events for people of all ages, including youth! With the generous support of the Michigan Credit Union League & Affiliates, Michigan libraries have a unique opportunity to obtain free copies of The Berenstain Bears' Dollars and Sense book to give away to families participating in a story time you host during Money Smart Week, April 18-25. Michigan libraries in 85 districts successfully participated in "Money Smart Kids Read" last year, giving away 3,300 books. This year's book is geared toward children, ages 4-7 years old. http://www.randomhousekids.com/books/detail/12168-the-berenstain-bears-dollars-and-sense#.VCP0xipXu7I What does it mean to "participate" you ask? 1. Register your library as a Money Smart Week Partner today at http://www.MoneySmartWeekPartners.org . NOTE: if you registered as a Partner last year, you are still considered a Partner and will use the same username and password to login again this year. 2. Plan a story time event about money to be held between April 18-25, 2015. Ideal age group: 4-7 year-olds. 3. Request to participate in this initiative and the number of books you think you'll need, by completing the Survey Monkey questionnaire at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SmartMoney2015 before Friday, November 21. Once we review how many books have been requested, we will let you know by email how many copies of the book your library will receive to give away. 4. By January 1st, login and register your event at www.MoneySmartWeekPartners.org. 5. Proactively promote your Money Smart Kids Read program through all of your channels of communication. 6. Consider ways in which volunteers from your local community credit union can participate (help checking families in, passing out the books, helping with crafts, serving refreshments, etc. Whatever would be helpful to you!) If someone from your local credit union reaches out to you, please be sure to engage them. 7. Take delivery of your books in mid-March via the statewide delivery system (RIDES or TLN), and store them until the time of your event. 8. At your event, announce that your story time is part of the national Money Smart Week initiative, read the Berenstein Bears Dollars and Sense book (and other relevant, age-appropriate books from your collection), perhaps do a craft activity (decorate piggy banks, color pictures that feature money, etc.), and then hand out the free books to families who attend! a. Note: The Dollars and Sense story is geared toward children 4-7 years old. So, if the age of the children attending your story time is younger than 4, you may choose to read a portion of the Dollars and Sense story and ask the parents to finish the story at home with their child. 9. After your event takes place, enter your attendance numbers into the Money Smart Week website. www.MoneySmartWeekPartners.org Yep. It can be that easy. (Although, if you want to plan more money-related events for youth or adults, we can help you with that too!) There must be a catch, right? Here it is: the Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman needs to know how many copies of the free books you can use by Friday, November 21! There is a limited budget, so it's first come, first served. In order to accommodate as many libraries as possible, some orders may be adjusted. If this occurs, you will be notified. The books will be shipped to Novi Public Library (thank you Julie Farkas!), sorted, packaged, and distributed through the statewide delivery service (RIDES or TLN). Your order should arrive at your library mid-March. Please complete the Survey Monkey questionnaire to request participation in Michigan's Money Smart Kids Read initiative, and obtain free books for families in your community. . https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SmartMoney2015. Questions about this initiative or Money Smart Week in general? Feel free to contact Michigan Money Smart Week Chairwoman, Kelly Masters, directly at 248.761.1762 or MichiganChair at MoneySmartWeek.org. Graciously Yours, Kelly Masters www.GracefulCommunications.com 248.761.1762 www.linkedin.com/in/kellymasters www.facebook.com/GraComm www.twitter.com/KelMasters -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jmcbryde at kvcc.edu Mon Nov 10 11:27:57 2014 From: jmcbryde at kvcc.edu (Malcolm McBryde) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 11:27:57 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] Deadline nears! MLA Tech & Trends Workshop Proposals (Michael Stephens keynote) In-Reply-To: <1630844213.1319278.1415636744774.JavaMail.zimbra@kvcc.edu> Message-ID: <1454499225.1319968.1415636877259.JavaMail.zimbra@kvcc.edu> Michlib-l friends: The Michigan Library Association Technologies & Trends work group is seeking proposals for presentations at the Michigan Library Association?s 2015 Technologies and Trends workshop -- and the deadline is this Friday (Nov. 14). Added attraction: Michael Stephens of the Tame the Web blog, Library Journal, and San Jose State University will be our keynote speaker. This is a one-day event, on June 5 , 2015, at Grand Valley State University, Allendale, and it should attract a wide variety of library practitioners. The planning committee is seeking proposals for sessions from public, academic, special, and school-library professionals and staff that will share new library technologies or introduce innovative ways libraries can use technology to be more effective and efficient. Possible topics could include but are not limited to updates on discovery systems, the library staff - IT relationship, technology for improving accessibility for people with disabilities, copyright, and responsive web design. But any and all technology-related ideas are welcome. To submit a proposal, fill out the submission form at http://goo.gl/U3BCBL . The deadline is this Friday, November 14 . Questions? Contact Malcolm McBryde at malcolmm at kiarts.org , (269) 585-9291, or Patrick Roth at rothpa at gvsu.edu , (616)-331-2615. 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Thanks, Amy Knepp, Director Oscoda County Library From eenglerth at hastingspubliclibrary.com Fri Nov 7 15:51:54 2014 From: eenglerth at hastingspubliclibrary.com (Ed Englerth) Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2014 20:51:54 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] email with no phone In-Reply-To: <1415392881578.10375@herrickdl.org> References: , <1415392881578.10375@herrickdl.org> Message-ID: <62A00A550A7F0547860B9F7B856068A90154C176AF@HPLEX01.HPL.local> Mail.com does offer free email without a phone number. Ed Englerth Network Administrator Hastings Public Library 269-945-4263 x211 ? This e-mail and any attachments are intended for the sole use of the addressee listed.? It may contain confidential and/or legally protected information exempt from disclosure.? If you are not the intended recipient please notify the sender by return e-mail and delete all copies of the message and any attachments.? Please note that e-mails are susceptible to change and we cannot be responsible or liable for the proper and complete transmission of the information contained in this e-mail, any delay in its receipt, or damage to your systems. We cannot guarantee that the integrity of this e-mail has been maintained or that this e-mail is free of viruses, interception, or interference. -----Original Message----- From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Kelli Perkins Sent: Friday, November 07, 2014 3:41 PM To: michlib-l at mail2.mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] email with no phone Agreed with the other library. We searched and recommend mail.com or the owning company www.gmx.com. We tried them and you can truly create an account without a cell phone--so handy for our patrons. Kelli Perkins Head of Reference Services Herrick District Library 300 S River Ave, Holland MI 49423 616.355.3718 kperkins at herrickdl.org Reading: "The Marco Effect" by Jussi Adler-Olsen ________________________________________ From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org on behalf of Stacy Pasche Sent: Friday, November 07, 2014 1:08 PM To: michlib-l at mail2.mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] email with no phone ok- so I just tried again and gmail let me create an account with no phone. Before, we were stuck in a continuous loop on both gmail and yahoo. I promise I had all of my t's crossed and i's dotted. Nevermind, everyone. On Fri, Nov 7, 2014 at 12:45 PM, Stacy Pasche wrote: > I was helping a patron obtain an email account today and was a little > surprised to see that most of the major free web-based email services > now require either a second email account or mobile phone number to > activate the account. The woman needing email (for unemployment > filing) has no previous email account and has no mobile phone. She > can't be alone in this situation. > > Does anyone know of any web-based email services that still don't > require mobile phone or previous email? > > Thanks! > > -- > Stacy Pasche, > Assistant Library Director -- Stacy Pasche, Assistant Library Director _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l From CSalvatore at novilibrary.org Sat Nov 8 15:06:13 2014 From: CSalvatore at novilibrary.org (Christina Salvatore) Date: Sat, 8 Nov 2014 20:06:13 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Upcoming Program at the Novi Library-History of Detroit's Thanksgiving Day Parade Message-ID: History of Detroit's Thanksgiving Day Parade Thursday, November 13, 7-8:30pm Join us at the Novi Library when Romie Minor, author, librarian/archivist for the Burton Historical Collection at the Detroit Public Library and head archivist for The Parade Company in Detroit, will present a historic and entertaining look at the second oldest Thanksgiving parade in the United States. The presentation will include historic photographs and anecdotes from his book Detroit's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing. Thank you to the Friends of the Novi Library for sponsoring this event. See attached flyer for more details and click here to register. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: History of Detroit's Thanksgiving Day Parade.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 181105 bytes Desc: History of Detroit's Thanksgiving Day Parade.pdf URL: From aperrigo at albionlibrary.org Mon Nov 10 10:21:08 2014 From: aperrigo at albionlibrary.org (Ann Perrigo) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 10:21:08 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Responses to tax exempt status In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I agree with you wholeheartedly, John! Ann On Fri, Nov 7, 2014 at 11:04 AM, John Sheridan wrote: > Thanks to all who have responded. There were 17 responses so far and they > all expressed frustration at being locked out of the IRS tax exempt > website. About half have stated they have used their Friends groups 501 > (c) 3 status. Ann Green has suggested that members of SMLC use the co-op's > number. I think that should be discussed in the next co-op meeting as a > procedure needs to be in place. As far as other co-ops, it may be > something that is addressed with their memberships. According to the IRS, > public libraries are government entities and are exempt under 509 (A) 170 > (B) (1) (a) (V). and are also recognized in form 1023 EZ under the > National Toxonomy of Exempt Entities NTEE code B70. Why all entities are > not automatically added to the IRS exempt entitiy database is a mystery to > me. I encourage all library boards to send a letter to their > representatives and to the senators to have libraries added to the list. I > also think that we need to get MLA onto this and they can get ALA involved > nationally. Libraries need to secure grants and not being on the Tax > exempt database hurts libraries and communities. > > I will now step down from my soapbox. > > John Sheridan > Vicksburg District Library > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > > -- Ann Perrigo, Co-Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior Street Albion, MI 49224 517 629-3993 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From mitchelld at mcls.org Mon Nov 10 12:28:27 2014 From: mitchelld at mcls.org (Diana Mitchell) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 12:28:27 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] NEW Job Posting - MCLS Assistant Manager of Member Services Message-ID: NEW Job Posting - MCLS Assistant Manager of Member Services Are you passionate about libraries and helping them provide more and better service? Would you like to work in an innovative, nimble nonprofit organization that is focused on putting its members first and giving them excellent support? Are you familiar with collection development issues and e-resources licenses? Then you owe it to yourself to look at the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services. MCLS is looking for an extremely well-organized, highly motivated individual to be Assistant Manager of our Member Services team. As part of our four person team, you will manage licenses from dozens of vendor partners and negotiate to get the best terms and conditions for MCLS member libraries. You will assist members with new and renewal subscriptions and inform them about any changes in their licenses. You will oversee the Member Services section of the MCLS website and keep it current with all the latest information about vendors, prices, and special offers. It?s a challenging and exciting opportunity. The right person will be an effective multitasker, highly organized, and detail oriented. You should be knowledgeable about the latest trends in collection development and e-resources. Experience with database or e-journal license negotiations is a big plus. You need to be a people person with the skills to get along with people in a variety of positions, from sales reps to front-line librarians to department heads and directors. A sense of humor and an ability to learn on the job are critical to success. With the anticipated retirement of the Member Services Manager in July 2015, the Assistant Manager will be in a very strong position for promotion. MCLS offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package that includes health insurance, TIAA/CREF retirement, generous vacation allotment, and life insurance. If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and a cover letter with salary requirements to jobs at mcls.org. Applications received by December 12 will receive priority consideration. Position open until filled. For more information about MCLS, check out our website: http://www.mcls.org. Diana Mitchell mitchelld at mcls.org Manager of Member Services Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910 PH: 800-530-9019 Ex: 112 Mobile: 517-927-0101 Fax: 517-492-3808 http://www.mcls.org MCLS - Partnerships. Solutions. Excellence. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com Mon Nov 10 12:51:45 2014 From: jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com (Jobeth Bradbury) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 11:51:45 -0600 Subject: [Michlib-l] Head Librarian, Worcester (MA) Public Library Message-ID: <024501cffd0e$ff93f5d0$febbe170$@gossagesager.com> Head Librarian-Worcester (MA) Public Library Your open door to opportunity-the Worcester Public Library Board of Directors seeks an experienced visionary who can provide strong leadership throughout the Library and the Community. The successful candidate will build strong partnerships in the Community and lead the staff and Board of Directors toward a well-defined vision for the Library. The Library, with a $5 million annual budget and a dedicated staff (103 FTEs), provides services and programs through the Main Library, which houses the Talking Book Library, two community branches and two mobile Libraries. Additionally, the Library is a partner in an innovative initiative known as One City One Library , in which the city, the Library, the Community and the school system in Worcester have collaborated to create additional library spaces within three public school buildings. These locations serve the schools during the day and are open to the public after school and on Saturdays. There are plans to add more locations in additional school buildings in the near future. The City government of Worcester has a strong vision for creating a vibrant downtown and sees the Library as an integral part of that vision. Worcester , located in Central Massachusetts, is the second largest city in New England with a population of 181,000 residents and is known as the "heart of the Commonwealth." Worcester is known as a city of firsts: many items and ideas were first discovered or created in Worcester, including the monkey wrench, the smiley face, the pill, the patent for the first liquid fuel rocket that led to modern rocketry, and the first national Women's Rights Convention. The city is home to ten different higher educational institutions including Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Clark University and the University of Massachusetts Medical School. The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts brings many Broadway shows and nationally known performers to the area. The American Antiquarian Society has been located in Worcester since 1812 and has the foremost collection of early American history. The Worcester Art Museum is known for the depth and breadth of its collection. Hockey fans will appreciate that the city is home to the American Hockey League team known as the Worcester Sharks. In addition to everything available in Worcester, the city is ideally located-downtown Boston is less than an hour's drive and Providence, RI and New York City, NY are within easy driving distance. The recently refurbished Union Station serves as a hub for commuter traffic, providing rail and bus options. For additional information, visit Worcester Links . Responsibilities. The Head Librarian is responsible for overall leadership and direction for the Library and planning, organizing, directing and coordinating all activities of the Worcester Public Library. Responsibilities include providing insight and opportunity as City Department Head in all matters of public library access, function, facility and service; providing the Board of Directors with timely and professional counsel and caution, assuring a dynamic and responsive public library; influencing staff with inspiration, opportunity, expectation and motivation, assuring a high performance and service driven community service; participates in legislative advocacy, professional organizations and other public arenas; administering approved budgets; supervising staff; preparing the annual Library budget; and recommending adoption of policies to the Board of Directors. To see a full job description for the position, visit WPL position description. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications are a master's degree in library science, a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in library work which includes supervisory experience, and the ability to acquire and retain a certificate of professional librarianship issued by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate the ability to develop and communicate library goals; demonstrate experience working with groups, such as the Board of Directors, Library Foundation, Friends of the Library, volunteers and other key community groups and stake holders for the purpose of achieving Library goals; has extensive experience in fiscal management; and has the ability to present a positive image for the library as a community leader and in professional activities. Previous experience working in an urban library environment, working within a municipal or county funding structure and reporting to a governing Board, and experience working in a union environment are highly desirable. Compensation: The position offers a hiring salary range of $85,000 - $112,000 (dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or phone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or pdf attachments to Karen Miller or Tom Dillie . This position closes December 21, 2014.The City of Worcester is an EEO/AA Employer. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest updates! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From cldwins at wowway.com Mon Nov 10 13:42:02 2014 From: cldwins at wowway.com (Connie Doherty) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 13:42:02 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] Troy Public Library recruitment announcement - 2 Librarian positions In-Reply-To: <1782522450.29957631.1415644754769.JavaMail.zimbra@wowway.com> Message-ID: <66008749.29960592.1415644922305.JavaMail.zimbra@wowway.com> The Troy Public Library is the hub of the vibrant, dynamic, and diverse City of Troy. The Library sees over 700,000 visitors per year and serves an educated and involved community. We recently posted multiple job opportunities within the Library Department: * Part-time Tween Librarian (Youth Services) * Part-time Librarian (Adult Services) Please follow the link to apply directly to either position ? www.troymi.gov/jobopenings The posting is open to the general public. Feel free to contact the City of Troy Human Resources Department at (248) 680-7296 if you have any questions. Thank you! 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She's been featured in the Detroit Free Press, the Chicago Sun-Times, and Country Woman magazine among many others. I highly recommend her. You can contact her at: LakeTrek at gmail.com Or check out her website: http://www.laketrek.com/ Thanks, Colleen Colleen Leddy, Director Stair Public Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517/458-6510 Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From kathy.irwin at gmail.com Mon Nov 10 15:33:07 2014 From: kathy.irwin at gmail.com (Kathy Irwin) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 15:33:07 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] job posting: Central Michigan University Reference Coordinator Message-ID: Central Michigan University Libraries seeks applications for the position of Coordinator of Reference Operations. This position provides specialized support to both the Reference and Global Campus Library Services departments through service at the library's Reference Desk; coordinates and participates in the training, scheduling, and supervision of Reference department student workers; takes meeting minutes; and creates dashboards. The incumbent of this position also assists in creation of library learning objects and marketing efforts, maintains departmental records, and provides other departmental support. *Required Qualifications* Bachelor?s degree 2-3 years of library experience Strong computer and technical skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills *Desired Qualifications* Experience working in a higher education environment Supervisory experience Master?s degree *Submit an online application using this link: https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/20680 * Central Michigan University was established in 1892 and is among the nation?s 100 largest public universities. As a tier-one university, CMU serves nearly 20,000 students on its Mount Pleasant campus. It also enrolls more than 7,000 students and working adults online and at 50 out-of-state locations. CMU delivers a superior educational experience for students that is built on close relationships with faculty and staff, hands-on learning including undergraduate research, an emphasis on leadership and volunteerism, and a global perspective. With a $440 million budget, CMU offers more than 200 academic programs from the undergraduate to doctoral levels. Premier programs include the sciences, business, accounting, health professions, communications, teacher preparation, educational leadership, engineering, neuroscience, psychology, apparel merchandising design, music, and political science. CMU in 2013 launched the nation?s 137th College of Medicine. CMU offers top NCAA Division I athletics. The university is located in a classic college community in the heart of lower Michigan, where residents find active outdoor features, family attractions and Midwestern life in a vibrant university culture. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Fletcher Public Library zv010 From rneveu at lssu.edu Mon Nov 10 16:10:55 2014 From: rneveu at lssu.edu (Ruth Neveu) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 16:10:55 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Position opening: Library Director - Lake Superior State University, Sault Ste. Marie, MI in the beautiful Upper Peninsula Message-ID: Lake Superior State University, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is seeking a Library Director: The Director of the Library is responsible for the management of the Kenneth J. Shouldice Library and reports directly to the Provost and Vice-President for Academic Affairs. The Director develops, promotes, maintains and evaluates library and media services to faculty, staff, a varied student population, and the community. For a complete position description and more information see the human resources posting - https://jobs.lssu.edu/postings/941 Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Lake Superior State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. -- Ruth Neveu - Collection Development Kenneth J. Shouldice Library Lake Superior State University 906 Ryan Street Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Phone: 906-635-2124 Fax: 906-635-2193 Email: rneveu at lssu.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ctbleddy at gmail.com Mon Nov 10 16:55:34 2014 From: ctbleddy at gmail.com (Colleen Leddy) Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 16:55:34 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] excellent Great Lakes speaker In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Several people have asked about Loreen's fee. It's $200 plus travel. And the "travel" is pretty reasonable. Colleen Leddy, Director Stair Public Library 228 W. Main St. Morenci, MI 49256 517/458-6510 Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. On Mon, Nov 10, 2014 at 1:43 PM, Colleen Leddy wrote: > Hi! > We hosted Battle Creek author/adventurer Loreen Niewenhuis at our library > Saturday afternoon and were so pleased with her presentation! > > She spoke about her 1,000-mile journey walking around sections of all the > Great Lakes, but she also does a presentation on her 1,000-mile journey > walking around Lake Michigan. She just completed walking 1,000 miles around > islands in the Great Lakes and will be publishing a book about that in the > spring. > > She's a great speaker: funny, informative, approachable, and so > interesting...she even makes geology fascinating! She's been featured in > the Detroit Free Press, the Chicago Sun-Times, and Country Woman magazine > among many others. I highly recommend her. > > You can contact her at: > LakeTrek at gmail.com > > Or check out her website: > http://www.laketrek.com/ > > Thanks, > Colleen > > Colleen Leddy, Director > Stair Public Library > 228 W. Main St. > Morenci, MI 49256 > 517/458-6510 > > Monday & Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. > Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 1 to 5 p.m. > Saturday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From cynthia.dopp at baker.edu Tue Nov 11 12:09:30 2014 From: cynthia.dopp at baker.edu (Cynthia Dopp) Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2014 12:09:30 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Statue up for grabs Message-ID: Folks, I have a wonderful statue (2 1/2 feet high) up for grabs, We no longer have a place for this Mother and child reading statue. It is heavy and you would have to come and get it. 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In-Reply-To: <1258847206.2613703.1415807495104.JavaMail.root@tln.lib.mi.us> Message-ID: <1631357376.2614059.1415807665770.JavaMail.root@tln.lib.mi.us> Sharing this on account recent concerns that surfaced regarding library patron privacy and encryption level (or lack of same) of the ADE software that is used by our library eBook vendor partners: http://www.pewinternet.org/files/2014/11/PI_PublicPerceptionsofPrivacy_111214.pdf Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury at tln.lib.mi.us From ReishK at michigan.gov Wed Nov 12 10:55:19 2014 From: ReishK at michigan.gov (Reish, Karren (MDE)) Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2014 15:55:19 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Reminder: Letters about Literature program Message-ID: The Letters about Literature program deadlines are coming up (Dec. 15th for Level III and Jan. 15th for Level I and II). We hope to have your teen and tween patrons participate! >>>>>>>>>> The Library of Michigan is announcing the 2015 Letters about Literature program. We are the Michigan host for this national program from the Library of Congress. It is reading-writing contest that invites readers in grades 4 through 12 to write letters to authors of books that have changed their lives. This program gives students the opportunity to reflect deeply on a book. As readers, they come to understand how literature is more than assignment, but also a life changing experience. Children and teens can participate on their own or as part of a library or class project. We have posted an explanatory letter and a sample entry form at www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices/. The 2015 letters will be due in two waves. Level III entries (grades (9-12) have a deadline of December 15, 2014 and Level I and II entries (grades 4-6 and 7-8) have a deadline of January 15, 2015. The state and national winners will be announced in May 2015. You can find more information about the national program at www.read.gov/letters/ and the Michigan program at www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices. Please find the 2015 letter and entry form at the direct links below. Program Letter - http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_LAL_2015_promo_letter_467559_7.pdf Program Guidelines and Entry Form - http://www.michigan.gov/documents/libraryofmichigan/lm_LAL_2015_Guidelines_467558_7.pdf If you have any questions about the program, please contact me. We look forward to reading your student and patron letters! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk at michigan.gov www.michigan.gov/lsta www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices www.michigan.gov/michiganreads www.michigan.gov/sl21 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Proceeds from the Silent Auction will help send a current library & information science student to SLA Annual Conference in 2015. Place: The Dearborn Inn 20301 Oakwood Boulevard Dearborn Michigan 48124 Registration: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MS23CMW RSVP by December 1, 2014 Cost: $25 SLA members $25 students $35 non-SLA members Payment: Payment accepted via credit card through PayPal or by check at the event. To pay with credit card, go to the website and click on the PayPal button: http://bit.ly/1x897zz Making It Happen Where You Are Keynote speaker: JP Porcaro Leadership isn?t about a job title. It?s about attitude, character, and perspective. Libraries are places to foster community success, and that success starts with us. We all have the capacity to bring change to our personal and professional lives and our social circles by using techniques that effective leaders use. Join JP Porcaro in this presentation on bringing a Make It Happen attitude to our clients, coworkers, and personal friends through emotional intelligence. Bio: JP Porcaro is Head Librarian for Acquisitions and Technological Discovery at the New Jersey City University Guarini Library, and is a candidate for the 2016-17 presidency of the American Library Association. JP was the organizer and founding president of the ALA Games & Gaming Round Table (GameRT) and the ALA Comic Book & Graphic Novel Member Interest group. JP was an ALA Emerging Leader in 2010 and was named a Library Journal Mover & Shaker in 2012. He is a founding member of the ALA Think Tank, social media?s largest space for librarians. JP is also a member of the Advisory Board of the EveryLibrary political action committee, the Social Organizer for Urban Librarians Unite, and an administrator for the Librarian Wardrobe blog. Learn more about JP at his website: http://jpporcaro.com> This year's Michigan Chapter holiday event is generously sponsored by Frost & Sullivan and Automotive World. No-Show Policy: In December 2007, the SLA Michigan Chapter Board instituted a no-show policy. If an attendee RSVPs and indicates they will pay at the door, and then does not attend the meeting, that attendee will be billed for and responsible for the cost. Attendees will have up to 72 hours (three days) prior to a meeting to cancel via phone, e-mail or in writing (unless otherwise noted). In the case of personal emergencies, requests for exceptions will be reviewed by the board. No Cash Policy: In December 2007, the SLA Michigan Chapter Board instituted a no cash policy. Attendees may pay via PayPal. When paying at the door, attendees are requested to use checks or money orders, but not cash. This change is to a) eliminate the need for those who check-in attendees at the meetings from having to make change, and b) avoid a program committee member carrying cash after a meeting. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ublylibrary at sbcglobal.net Wed Nov 12 12:36:36 2014 From: ublylibrary at sbcglobal.net (ubly library) Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2014 09:36:36 -0800 Subject: [Michlib-l] Please pay attention to Pack vs No-Pack In-Reply-To: <795819148.22819.1415731176824.JavaMail.open-xchange@oxuslxltgw07.lxa.perfora.net> References: <795819148.22819.1415731176824.JavaMail.open-xchange@oxuslxltgw07.lxa.perfora.net> Message-ID: <1415813796.94563.YahooMailNeo@web185301.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> We too are having a problem with our materials being returned without packing. These items are sent in a padded envelope and are to be returned in the same. Please take the time to check before sending items back to the original libraries. Barbara Butch, Director Sleeper Public Library 2236 E. Main St. Ubly, MI 48475 Ph: 989-658-8901 Fax: 989-658-8788 Email: ublylibrary at sbcglobal.net URL: www.sleeper.michlibrary.org ________________________________ From: Amber Hughey To: michlib-l Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 1:39 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Please pay attention to Pack vs No-Pack I'm the main MelCat person in my library who unpacks, and I'm running into quite a few that aren't packed. We have a label that says "PACK" in large, bold, all-caps, that's being ignored. Instead, they're coming back wrapped in rubberbands, which are warping the soft-covered books, and damaging pages. Please, please, please, make sure if the library requests that an item (whether it be a book, CD, DVD or anything else) be packed, please honor that request! Thank you, Amber L. Hughey Assistant Director Millington Arbela District Library 8530 Depot Street Millington, MI 48746 989-871-2003 _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From AMPALMER at oaklandcc.edu Wed Nov 12 12:43:07 2014 From: AMPALMER at oaklandcc.edu (Palmer, Anne M) Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2014 17:43:07 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Please pay attention to Pack vs No-Pack In-Reply-To: <1415813796.94563.YahooMailNeo@web185301.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> References: <795819148.22819.1415731176824.JavaMail.open-xchange@oxuslxltgw07.lxa.perfora.net> <1415813796.94563.YahooMailNeo@web185301.mail.gq1.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <30281E29B9AFD24D867CCE8D47773C2D75CB3264@ExcSrv-Mbx1.raiders.oaklandcc.edu> We are also experiencing this at our Library. Like Sleeper Public Library these items are sent in a padded envelope and are to be returned in the same. I echo their request to please take the time to check before sending items back to the original libraries. Anne Palmer OCC Auburn Hills Campus Library From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of ubly library Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2014 12:37 PM To: Amber Hughey; michlib-l Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Please pay attention to Pack vs No-Pack We too are having a problem with our materials being returned without packing. These items are sent in a padded envelope and are to be returned in the same. Please take the time to check before sending items back to the original libraries. Barbara Butch, Director Sleeper Public Library 2236 E. Main St. Ubly, MI 48475 Ph: 989-658-8901 Fax: 989-658-8788 Email: ublylibrary at sbcglobal.net URL: www.sleeper.michlibrary.org From: Amber Hughey > To: michlib-l > Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 1:39 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Please pay attention to Pack vs No-Pack I'm the main MelCat person in my library who unpacks, and I'm running into quite a few that aren't packed. We have a label that says "PACK" in large, bold, all-caps, that's being ignored. Instead, they're coming back wrapped in rubberbands, which are warping the soft-covered books, and damaging pages. Please, please, please, make sure if the library requests that an item (whether it be a book, CD, DVD or anything else) be packed, please honor that request! Thank you, Amber L. Hughey Assistant Director Millington Arbela District Library 8530 Depot Street Millington, MI 48746 989-871-2003 _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From BiggsThomasD at michigan.gov Wed Nov 12 13:43:28 2014 From: BiggsThomasD at michigan.gov (BiggThomas, Deb (MDE)) Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2014 18:43:28 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] FW: You're Invited: How to Articulate Library Value In-Reply-To: References: <308165041.357746651415732413848.JavaMail.app@rbg42.atlis1> Message-ID: <5489b7cfbaf64f9db1b0a8259c9136c6@BN1PR09MB0225.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Of potential interest? Kind regards, Deb D. B. Thomas, MA AMLS MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4466 [LMSigforEmail] Visit MeL at: http://mel.org and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. From: Reference Desk, Library of Michigan (MDE) Sent: Wednesday, November 12, 2014 10:47 AM To: LM-ALL Subject: FW: You're Invited: How to Articulate Library Value From: ProQuest [mailto:info at go.proquest.com] Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 2:00 PM To: Reference Desk, Library of Michigan (MDE) Subject: You're Invited: How to Articulate Library Value View this email in your web browser [http://contentz.mkt5049.com/ra/2014/43888/11/47379778/UpcomingWebinar-Woman.jpg] FREE QUANTUM WEBINAR: HOW TO ARTICULATE LIBRARY VALUE Do you ever: * Fear budget cuts? * Feel misunderstood by stakeholders or colleagues? * Get asked, "Why do you still matter?" If you answered yes to any of these questions, this webinar is for you! Anyone who needs to educate others about the value of libraries should attend this webinar. You?ll learn how to explain your expertise, why it?s vital, and how to do so in fewer than two sentences. 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Farmington Hills, MI 48331 Schedule 8:30 -9:00 Continental Breakfast 9:00-9:45 Speaker Presentation 9:45-10:00 What About Gale? 10:00-10:30 Questions and Raffle By shifting our attitudes, we have the capacity to move mountains in our daily lives. Join Gale and the Library of Michigan as we welcome JP Porcaro - a candidate for the ALA 2016-17 presidency - as he talks about the power that "effective positivity" plays in all aspects of our work: library advocacy, leadership and management, building and maintaining relationships, and facilitating change. JP Porcaro is Head Librarian for Acquisitions and Technological Discovery at the New Jersey City University Guarini Library. He was the organizer and founding president of the ALA Games & Gaming Round Table (GameRT) and the ALA Comic Book & Graphic Novel Member Interest group. JP also served as a founding member of the ALA Think Tank (social media's largest space for librarians), a member of the Advisory Board of the EveryLibrary political action committee and the Social Organizer for Urban Librarians Unite, and an administrator for the Librarian Wardrobe blog. Click here to register and reserve your spot today! D. B. Thomas, MA AMLS MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4466 [LMSigforEmail] Visit MeL at: http://mel.org and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Please email me directly. Thanks, Sue Ellen Sue Ellen Deni-Owen Community Relations and Graphic Arts sdowen at crdl.org Chippewa River District Library 301 South University Ave Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 989.773.3242 x27 www.crdl.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lmulvenna at cmpl.org Thu Nov 13 14:58:33 2014 From: lmulvenna at cmpl.org (Lisa Mulvenna) Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 19:58:33 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] FT School Outreach Librarian opening Message-ID: <04D96BFAA852064F82C2187840AA1E880788ADF7@VMM-MAILDB.cmpl.org> Are you looking for a new challenge? The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is looking for a School Outreach Librarian. This brand new position will be responsible for building strong partnerships between the library and the administration, faculty, and PTOs of our five school districts and 40+ schools. In addition, they will develop and implement outreach opportunities where children, their parents, or educators will be present. Expect that kids and teens, grades K-12, from all over our two townships will want to see you when they visit the library-you will be famous! If this sounds like you, please visit the following link to read the full posting: http://www.cmpl.org/AboutUs/JobPostings/CMPL%2037%205%20hour%20School%20Outreach%20Librarian%20Full-time%2011-14.pdf Thanks! Lisa Lisa Mulvenna Head of Youth Services Clinton-Macomb Public Library 40900 Romeo Plank Road Clinton Township, MI 48038 (586) 226-5031 phone (586) 226-5038 fax www.cmpl.org Do you know a teacher? Sign up today for our bimonthly Top-Notch Teacher e-Newsletter at http://bit.ly/1oCS1G2. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4996 Toll Free: 877.479.0021 Fax: 517.373.5700 The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries & how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ & watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. Invest in a child?s future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From lmulvenna at cmpl.org Thu Nov 13 15:00:58 2014 From: lmulvenna at cmpl.org (Lisa Mulvenna) Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 20:00:58 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] YA Intern posting Message-ID: <04D96BFAA852064F82C2187840AA1E880788AE0A@VMM-MAILDB.cmpl.org> The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is looking for an energetic and enthusiastic intern to work with our Young Adult Librarian in our busy teen services area! 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The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see if these particular titles had quizzes available. Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? Thanks for any advice! Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 ________________________________ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From anolan at sjcity.com Thu Nov 13 16:28:53 2014 From: anolan at sjcity.com (Amelia Nolan) Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 21:28:53 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts In-Reply-To: References: , Message-ID: Ann-agreed! Talk about killing the joy in reading. No, you can't read that-it isn't your level. Sure, you can read that, it is your level but we don't have a quiz on it so go find something else. Drives me absolutely bonkers and I feel for these parents who come to me for help with it. Also, I'm afraid that the higher the reading level (a concept I have a hard time with) the more difficult it is for me to find a title. Let alone a title that I would recommend a kid read. my rant over...for now. Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 ________________________________ From: Ann Perrigo [aperrigo at albionlibrary.org] Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:21 PM To: Amelia Nolan Cc: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts AARRGGHHHHH! One of my pet peeves! The whole "leveling" and testing thing just drives me nuts. Let the kids read what they WANT to read for heaven's sake! Rant over... Ann On Thu, Nov 13, 2014 at 4:09 PM, Amelia Nolan > wrote: Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see if these particular titles had quizzes available. Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? Thanks for any advice! Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 ________________________________ _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Ann Perrigo, Co-Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior Street Albion, MI 49224 517 629-3993 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From BiggsThomasD at michigan.gov Thu Nov 13 16:57:58 2014 From: BiggsThomasD at michigan.gov (BiggThomas, Deb (MDE)) Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 21:57:58 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <818c11e4bb624854ad1ff5c86da61167@BN1PR09MB0225.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Hi Amy-you can use NoveList K-8+ in MeL to find books with Lexile scores. You can do a regular Keyword/basic search and or you can do an Advanced search and indicate which lexile range. Then, just check your own catalog or MeLCat for the book! Also, BookFlix has both fiction and non-fiction for the younger kids; just click on the "Resources" link at the top of the BookFlix homepage to see the assigned lexile score per title. Here's a link to some great vids. on how to use NoveList: https://www.youtube.com/user/EBSCONoveList Kind regards, Deb D. B. Thomas, MA AMLS MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4466 [LMSigforEmail] Visit MeL at: http://mel.org and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Amelia Nolan Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:10 PM To: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see if these particular titles had quizzes available. Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? Thanks for any advice! Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 ________________________________ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Holley) Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 19:23:44 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts In-Reply-To: Message-ID: <633522382.15067613.1415924624489.JavaMail.root@wayne.edu> One of my essays for my collection development class is on this topic. I don't see why students shouldn't be able to read books that they want to read at either higher or lower levels. My school librarians spouse often brings home for me YA literature that she thinks I would enjoy reading even at my retirement age. Most of the time she is right. One of my favorite books of the last year was "Stupid Fast." The other issue is those students whose reading ability outstrips their emotional maturity. Perhaps this isn't all that much a problem because I also read adult novels in grade school. I just didn't understand certain parts. Bob Robert P. Holley Professor, School of Library & Information Science Wayne State University Detroit, MI 48202 aa3805 at wayne.edu 248-547-0306 (phone) 313-577-7563 (fax) ----- Original Message ----- From: "Amelia Nolan" To: "Ann Perrigo" Cc: michlib-l at mcls.org Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:28:53 PM Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Ann-agreed! Talk about killing the joy in reading. No, you can't read that-it isn't your level. Sure, you can read that, it is your level but we don't have a quiz on it so go find something else. Drives me absolutely bonkers and I feel for these parents who come to me for help with it. Also, I'm afraid that the higher the reading level (a concept I have a hard time with) the more difficult it is for me to find a title. Let alone a title that I would recommend a kid read. my rant over...for now. Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 From: Ann Perrigo [aperrigo at albionlibrary.org] Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:21 PM To: Amelia Nolan Cc: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts AARRGGHHHHH! One of my pet peeves! The whole "leveling" and testing thing just drives me nuts. Let the kids read what they WANT to read for heaven's sake! Rant over... Ann On Thu, Nov 13, 2014 at 4:09 PM, Amelia Nolan < anolan at sjcity.com > wrote: Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see if these particular titles had quizzes available. Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? Thanks for any advice! Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Ann Perrigo, Co-Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior Street Albion, MI 49224 517 629-3993 _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Then I ask the parents to help narrow the search, because 5000 titles is too many, right? Does Junior like adventure? mysteries? science fiction? We can use the facets to narrow down the options. Finally, we arrive to where the conversation should have begun - what type of book does your child like to read? More stuff that parents should know... Most schools that require kids to take quizzes have lists of corresponding titles, that's a better starting point than working from lexile level. Many media specialists label "quiz" books in the media center, and many teachers have a classroom library that supports the curriculum, and there's what popular at the moment - etc. Even if a particular book does not have an associated quiz, I'm sure that an accommodation could be arranged between parent, student and teacher. I'm encouraged to see that many schools are moving away from the quizzes and letting the kids choose their own books. Yea! Barb Dinan Plymouth District Library > Ann-agreed! Talk about killing the joy in reading. > No, you can't read that-it isn't your level. > Sure, you can read that, it is your level but we don't have a quiz on it so go find something else. > Drives me absolutely bonkers and I feel for these parents who come to me for help with it. Also, I'm afraid that the higher the reading level (a concept I have a hard time with) the more difficult it is for me to find a > title. Let alone a title that I would recommend a kid read. > my rant over...for now. > Amy Nolan > Children's Librarian > St. Joseph Public Library > 269-983-7167 > ________________________________ > From: Ann Perrigo [aperrigo at albionlibrary.org] > Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:21 PM > To: Amelia Nolan > Cc: michlib-l at mcls.org > Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts > AARRGGHHHHH! One of my pet peeves! The whole "leveling" and testing thing just drives me nuts. Let the kids read what they WANT to read for heaven's sake! > Rant over... > Ann > On Thu, Nov 13, 2014 at 4:09 PM, Amelia Nolan > > wrote: > Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. > I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and > see if these particular titles had quizzes available. > Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? > Thanks for any advice! > Amy Nolan > Children's Librarian > St. Joseph Public Library > 269-983-7167 > ________________________________ > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > -- > Ann Perrigo, Co-Director > Albion District Library > 501 S. Superior Street > Albion, MI 49224 > 517 629-3993 > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l From mrice at milfordlibrary.info Fri Nov 14 09:29:21 2014 From: mrice at milfordlibrary.info (Mary Rice) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 09:29:21 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1415975361.998832081@apps.rackspace.com> Scholastic's Book Wizard is another good tool. You can search by title, similar books, and levels (Grade Level Equivalency, DRA, Guided Reading or Lexile). You can also refine the searches by Interest Level, Theme/Subject, Genre, Series, and Language. I did a search for 1130-1300 and came up with 2057 books that included books ranging from the Oxcart Man to Pride and Prejudice. Refining it to an Interest Level of 6th - 8th grades, gave me 1101 hits with books like the Series of Unfortunate Events, Brian's Winter, Catherine Called Birdy to name a few. [ http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/ ]( http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/ ) Mary Rice Head of Youth and Teen Services Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr Milford MI 48381 (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 [ mrice at milfordlibrary.info ]( mailto:mrice at milfordlibrary.info ) -----Original Message----- From: "Amelia Nolan" Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:09pm To: "michlib-l at mcls.org" Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see if these particular titles had quizzes available. Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? Thanks for any advice! Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Still, it's a great tool for at least finding books within a certain level range. Barbara's recommendation of AR BookFind seems to be the best bet. Mary Rice Head of Youth and Teen Services Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr Milford MI 48381 (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 [ mrice at milfordlibrary.info ]( mailto:mrice at milfordlibrary.info ) -----Original Message----- From: "Mary Rice" Sent: Friday, November 14, 2014 9:29am To: "Amelia Nolan" Cc: "michlib-l at mcls.org" Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Scholastic's Book Wizard is another good tool. You can search by title, similar books, and levels (Grade Level Equivalency, DRA, Guided Reading or Lexile). You can also refine the searches by Interest Level, Theme/Subject, Genre, Series, and Language. I did a search for 1130-1300 and came up with 2057 books that included books ranging from the Oxcart Man to Pride and Prejudice. Refining it to an Interest Level of 6th - 8th grades, gave me 1101 hits with books like the Series of Unfortunate Events, Brian's Winter, Catherine Called Birdy to name a few. [ http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/ ]( http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/ ) Mary Rice Head of Youth and Teen Services Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr Milford MI 48381 (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 [ mrice at milfordlibrary.info ]( mailto:mrice at milfordlibrary.info ) -----Original Message----- From: "Amelia Nolan" Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:09pm To: "michlib-l at mcls.org" Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see if these particular titles had quizzes available. Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? Thanks for any advice! Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jehansen at fremontlibrary.net Fri Nov 14 10:55:52 2014 From: jehansen at fremontlibrary.net (Jill Hansen) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 15:55:52 GMT Subject: [Michlib-l] World War II - from a Latvian War refugee Message-ID: <201411141055411.SM183349@[199.176.228.101]> Hello. Last Spring our library hosted Skaidrite ?Rita? Sparks to present her memoir of growing up in Latvia ?during World War II.? ?Though elderly she is strong speaker and has a very interesting story to tell. She has lived in southeast Michigan since her teens-and is a former librarian.? ?More information can found here www.fromeflamestofreedom.com .? Please consider her as a presenter.? Jill Hansen Reference and Teen Services Librarian Fremont Area District Library 104 E. Main Fremont MI 49412 231-928-0256 phone 231-928-0261 fax -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dewick at southfieldlibrary.org Fri Nov 14 11:37:12 2014 From: dewick at southfieldlibrary.org (Dave Ewick) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 11:37:12 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Art policies Message-ID: <5465E971020000650004C389@splgwdomain.sfldlib.org> We have several areas in our library where we display the work of local artists. I would like to see examples of art display policies that discuss religious themed art. I've always felt that we should avoid banning art displays due to religious content, but my board wants to review that facet of our policy and possibly add a point stating that we will not display any art that prosetlylizes. (Please excuse spelling) Thanks! Sent from my iPad Dave Ewick 248-796-4300 work 248-225-6635 cell From DarraghK at michigan.gov Fri Nov 14 09:28:39 2014 From: DarraghK at michigan.gov (Darragh, Kendel (MDE)) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 14:28:39 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Message-ID: <193f7c14d8b3463aae9312545815d17d@BY1PR09MB0326.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> My daughter's school's Information Center has a link to the Scholastic Book Expert Online database (http://src.scholastic.com/bookexpert/default.asp), which allows you to search their list of books with lexile tests. It's worth spending some time with the database. There are many filters you can select to refine results. You can also generate and print a table of results, so that you can keep track of what you want to read and have already read. We have found it useful. Kendel Joy Darragh Reference Librarian Library of Michigan Your Library for All Things Michigan! 702 W. Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 (517) 373-8942 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From cmoras at ndpma.org Fri Nov 14 12:21:06 2014 From: cmoras at ndpma.org (Cathy Moras) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 12:21:06 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts In-Reply-To: <1415980040.058129704@apps.rackspace.com> References: <1415975361.998832081@apps.rackspace.com> <1415980040.058129704@apps.rackspace.com> Message-ID: Unfortunately, the quizzes are through a subscription service purchased by school libraries. My son has to take quizzes and he can only take them at school: http://www.renaissance.com/products/accelerated-reader/sample-quiz I wish we had access at home, but I see that even the student app doesn't allow quizzes to be taken from home, only at school. On Fri, Nov 14, 2014 at 10:47 AM, Mary Rice wrote: > Apologies...I just re-read the original email and realized that the main > concern is finding out if there are quizzes to go along with the books. > Book Wizard doesn't appear to have that capability. Still, it's a great > tool for at least finding books within a certain level range. Barbara's > recommendation of AR BookFind seems to be the best bet. > > > > Mary Rice > Head of Youth and Teen Services > Milford Public Library > 330 Family Dr > Milford MI 48381 > (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 > mrice at milfordlibrary.info > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Mary Rice" > Sent: Friday, November 14, 2014 9:29am > To: "Amelia Nolan" > Cc: "michlib-l at mcls.org" > Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts > > Scholastic's Book Wizard is another good tool. You can search by title, > similar books, and levels (Grade Level Equivalency, DRA, Guided Reading or > Lexile). You can also refine the searches by Interest Level, > Theme/Subject, Genre, Series, and Language. I did a search for 1130-1300 > and came up with 2057 books that included books ranging from the *Oxcart > Man* to *Pride and Prejudice*. Refining it to an Interest Level of 6th - > 8th grades, gave me 1101 hits with books like the *Series of Unfortunate > Events*, *Brian's Winter*, *Catherine Called Birdy* to name a few. > > > > http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/ > > > > > > Mary Rice > Head of Youth and Teen Services > Milford Public Library > 330 Family Dr > Milford MI 48381 > (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 > mrice at milfordlibrary.info > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Amelia Nolan" > Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:09pm > To: "michlib-l at mcls.org" > Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts > > Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this > conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? > Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high > reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a > really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the > children's section. > I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then > looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones > I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see > if these particular titles had quizzes available. > > Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you > depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and > levels that have quizzes? > > Thanks for any advice! > > *Amy Nolan* > > *Children's Librarian* > > *St. Joseph Public Library* > > *269-983-7167 <269-983-7167>* > ------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Participants of this workshop will understand the importance of properly cataloging and storing oral histories so that they can be accessible for future researchers. Organizations embarking on an oral history project, as well as those with boxes of old audio and video tapes, will want to attend this informative program. Learn more and register on our website. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at hsm at hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . 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Ann On Thu, Nov 13, 2014 at 4:09 PM, Amelia Nolan wrote: > Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this > conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? > Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high > reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a > really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the > children's section. > I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then > looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones > I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see > if these particular titles had quizzes available. > > Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you > depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and > levels that have quizzes? > > Thanks for any advice! > > *Amy Nolan* > > *Children's Librarian* > > *St. Joseph Public Library* > > *269-983-7167* > ------------------------------ > > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > > -- Ann Perrigo, Co-Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior Street Albion, MI 49224 517 629-3993 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From coolm at llcoop.org Fri Nov 14 13:18:25 2014 From: coolm at llcoop.org (COO Lavonne Marshall) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 13:18:25 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts In-Reply-To: References: <1415975361.998832081@apps.rackspace.com> <1415980040.058129704@apps.rackspace.com> Message-ID: <20141114181222.M81947@llcoop.org> My library has partnered with our local public school to provide access to the reading counts test portal here at the library. Parents love it. We also provide assistance by tagging our juvenile and teen materials with a lexile score in the shared LLC shared catalog through Encore. Anyone can type in a lexile range (600-700) on the online catalog and get a list of books within that range that are here at our library. We have links to the Scholastic website and the Lexile website on our kids page to help out too. WE have created some book marks for kids with high lexile scores that are young and may not be ready for the content that is in some teen books. We have taken these measures to help our staff as much as our patrons. It is much easier for staff to assist parents and kids with the work we have done to partner with area schools. I don't necessarily agree with this method of literacy education but I can see where it would be useful to teachers and I support that. LaVonne Marshall Director Coopersville Area District Library 333 Ottawa Street Coopersville MI 49404 616-837-6809 "If you have good thoughts they will shine out of your face like sunbeams and you will always look lovely" Roald Dahl ---------- Original Message ----------- From: Cathy Moras To: Mary Rice Cc: "michlib-l at mcls.org" Sent: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 12:21:06 -0500 Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts > Unfortunately, the quizzes are through a subscription service purchased by school libraries.? My son has to take quizzes and he can only take them at school: > http://www.renaissance.com/products/accelerated-reader/sample-quiz > > I wish we had access at home, but I see that even the student app doesn't allow quizzes to be taken from home, only at school. > > On Fri, Nov 14, 2014 at 10:47 AM, Mary Rice wrote: > > Apologies...I just re-read the original email and realized that the main concern is finding out if there are quizzes to go along with the books.? Book Wizard doesn't appear to have that capability.? Still, it's a great tool for at least finding books within a certain level range.? Barbara's recommendation of AR BookFind seems to be the best bet. > ? > Mary Rice > Head of Youth and Teen Services > Milford Public Library > 330 Family Dr > Milford MI 48381 > (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 > mrice at milfordlibrary.info > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Mary Rice" > Sent: Friday, November 14, 2014 9:29am > To: "Amelia Nolan" > Cc: "michlib-l at mcls.org" > Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts > > Scholastic's Book Wizard is another good tool.? You can search by title, similar books, and levels (Grade Level Equivalency, DRA, Guided Reading or Lexile).? You can also refine the searches by Interest Level, Theme/Subject, Genre, Series, and Language.? I did a search for 1130-1300 and came up with 2057 books that included books ranging from the Oxcart Man to Pride and Prejudice.? Refining it to an Interest Level of 6th - 8th grades, gave me 1101 hits with books like the Series of Unfortunate Events, Brian's Winter, Catherine Called Birdy to name a few. > ? > http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/ > ? > ? > Mary Rice > Head of Youth and Teen Services > Milford Public Library > 330 Family Dr > Milford MI 48381 > (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 > mrice at milfordlibrary.info > > -----Original Message----- > From: "Amelia Nolan" > Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:09pm > To: "michlib-l at mcls.org" > Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts > > Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? > Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books.? I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. > I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and? see if these particular titles had quizzes available. > > Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? > > Thanks for any advice! > > Amy Nolan > Children's Librarian > St. Joseph Public Library > 269-983-7167 > ----------------------------------------------------------------------- > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > > ------- End of Original Message ------- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We?re looking for several energetic librarians who might be interested in future salaried positions here at RHPL.* *Position:* Substitute/hourly librarians (including evening and weekend hours) *Salary: *$9.10 - $20.60 per hour *Dates*: Deadline for applications: December 8, 2014 Interview anticipated: Week of December 15, 2014 Decision anticipated by: December 12, 2014 Starting date: ASAP *Application:* Please submit online a *resume, responses to questions at the end of this posting* and a completed *employment application*, http://www.rhpl.org/jobs *Primary Job Duties:* Provide professional reader?s advisory and reference services to library users Instruct library users in use of the library and its online resources Will be assigned to a specific department Work independently within the broad guidelines set by library policies and the library director Maintain awareness of new developments and trends in the field through professional journals, workshops, conferences, etc. Performs related duties as assigned *Required Qualifications:* ? Master?s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution ? Flexible, friendly, approachable and enthusiastic manner with all ages ? Knowledge of online information resources, computers, software programs (such as Microsoft Windows, Office) ? Familiarity with technology, especially tablets, e-readers, smartphones and devices used with the library?s digital services ? Dependable and flexible work habits with a schedule ? Strong oral and written communication skills ? Knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of public library service ? Demonstrated knowledge of library materials and resources ? Creativity to develop and implement new library programs and services ? Think analytically to develop new or revised systems, procedures, and work flow ? Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment, organize job duties, work independently, and adapt to changing procedures and situations *Desired Characteristics* High energy, self-motivation to create and provide new services in a rapidly growing library Awareness of new developments and trends in public libraries Full range of Internet skills and experience Knowledge of online information resources, computers, software programs (Windows, Microsoft Office products and email) and automated circulation system (Polaris) Participate in website development and maintenance Flexibility to work varied hours This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications; it is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. Please respond to the following questions and include those responses with your resume and RHPL application. 1. Why do you want to work in a public library? 2. What coursework or experience makes you the best person for one of these jobs? 3. If I were to duplicate a typical week of your reading choices, what would I be reading? (By choices, I mean just about everything short of cereal boxes.) 4. What types of services do you think public libraries will be offering 20 years from now and how will they be provided? Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We?re looking for several energetic librarians who might be interested in future salaried positions here at RHPL.* *Position:* Substitute/hourly librarians (including evening and weekend hours) *Salary: *$9.10 - $20.60 per hour *Dates*: Deadline for applications: December 8, 2014 Interview anticipated: Week of December 15, 2014 Decision anticipated by: December 22, 2014 Starting date: ASAP *Application:* Please submit online a *resume, responses to questions at the end of this posting* and a completed *employment application*, http://www.rhpl.org/jobs *Primary Job Duties:* Provide professional reader?s advisory and reference services to library users Instruct library users in use of the library and its online resources Will be assigned to a specific department Work independently within the broad guidelines set by library policies and the library director Maintain awareness of new developments and trends in the field through professional journals, workshops, conferences, etc. Performs related duties as assigned *Required Qualifications:* ? Master?s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution ? Flexible, friendly, approachable and enthusiastic manner with all ages ? Knowledge of online information resources, computers, software programs (such as Microsoft Windows, Office) ? Familiarity with technology, especially tablets, e-readers, smartphones and devices used with the library?s digital services ? Dependable and flexible work habits with a schedule ? Strong oral and written communication skills ? Knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of public library service ? Demonstrated knowledge of library materials and resources ? Creativity to develop and implement new library programs and services ? Think analytically to develop new or revised systems, procedures, and work flow ? Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment, organize job duties, work independently, and adapt to changing procedures and situations *Desired Characteristics* High energy, self-motivation to create and provide new services in a rapidly growing library Awareness of new developments and trends in public libraries Full range of Internet skills and experience Knowledge of online information resources, computers, software programs (Windows, Microsoft Office products and email) and automated circulation system (Polaris) Participate in website development and maintenance Flexibility to work varied hours This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications; it is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. Please respond to the following questions and include those responses with your resume and RHPL application. 1. Why do you want to work in a public library? 2. What coursework or experience makes you the best person for one of these jobs? 3. If I were to duplicate a typical week of your reading choices, what would I be reading? (By choices, I mean just about everything short of cereal boxes.) 4. What types of services do you think public libraries will be offering 20 years from now and how will they be provided? Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bkriigel at umich.edu Fri Nov 14 14:53:23 2014 From: bkriigel at umich.edu (Barbara Kriigel) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 14:53:23 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Young Authors' Festival Saturday Nov. 22, UM-Dearborn Message-ID: Help encourage children's authorship! The College of Education, Health, and Human Services and the Mardigian Library at the University of Michigan-Dearborn are partnering again to sponsor a Young Authors' Festival. This year's festival theme is "Celebrating Friendship." The Young Authors' Festival will be held Saturday, November 22, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the University of Michigan-Dearborn's Mardigian Library.Children and adults will enjoy hearing Toni Buzzeo, author of over twenty children's books, talk about the creative process of writing ?One Cool Friend,? her book that was named a 2013 Caldecott Honor Book. Breakout sessions for children and adults will be led by faculty and pre-service teachers. Children will practice their writing techniques while adults learn tips for supporting children?s writing development. Toni will be available for autographs at the end of the festival. Copies of "One Cool Friend" and several other titles by Toni will be available for purchase. The event is FREE and open to the public. Details and a link to registration can be found at: http://library.umd.umich.edu/events/YAF/ When registering, please select a Session I and Session II topic for each child attending the event. Light refreshments provided! The University of Michigan-Dearborn does not necessarily endorse speakers? views. Support provided by the College of Education, Health, and Human Services, the Mardigian Library, the Office of Metropolitan Impact, the Dearborn Community Fund, the UM-Dearborn Campus Bookstore (Barnes & Noble), and Judith A. Smith. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From crodg at llcoop.org Fri Nov 14 15:44:18 2014 From: crodg at llcoop.org (Diane Greiner) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 15:44:18 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts In-Reply-To: <1415980040.058129704@apps.rackspace.com> References: <1415975361.998832081@apps.rackspace.com> <1415980040.058129704@apps.rackspace.com> Message-ID: <034401d0004b$c3d0e9a0$4b72bce0$@llcoop.org> Actually, Scholastic Book Wizard does tell if there are quizzes available by listing the different reading motivational programs available for that particular book. It just doesn?t tell you the test number. It is a great resource. By the way, if you looking for higher level books for this 6th grade student, it might be worth looking at guided reading level (Scholastic Book Wizard shows these as well). Guided Reading is based on the higher-level thought process in a book. Whereas Accelerated Reader might list a book in the 4.0 range, that same book might be listed as Y or Z in Guided Reading (Z is the highest level). I have several teachers (upper elementary) that use this as a parameter to help students that have a high reading level range. Diane Greiner, Director Croton Township Library 231-652-1615 crodg at llcoop.org From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Mary Rice Sent: Friday, November 14, 2014 10:47 AM To: Amelia Nolan Cc: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Apologies...I just re-read the original email and realized that the main concern is finding out if there are quizzes to go along with the books. Book Wizard doesn't appear to have that capability. Still, it's a great tool for at least finding books within a certain level range. Barbara's recommendation of AR BookFind seems to be the best bet. Mary Rice Head of Youth and Teen Services Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr Milford MI 48381 (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 mrice at milfordlibrary.info -----Original Message----- From: "Mary Rice" Sent: Friday, November 14, 2014 9:29am To: "Amelia Nolan" Cc: "michlib-l at mcls.org" Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Scholastic's Book Wizard is another good tool. You can search by title, similar books, and levels (Grade Level Equivalency, DRA, Guided Reading or Lexile). You can also refine the searches by Interest Level, Theme/Subject, Genre, Series, and Language. I did a search for 1130-1300 and came up with 2057 books that included books ranging from the Oxcart Man to Pride and Prejudice. Refining it to an Interest Level of 6th - 8th grades, gave me 1101 hits with books like the Series of Unfortunate Events, Brian's Winter, Catherine Called Birdy to name a few. http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/ Mary Rice Head of Youth and Teen Services Milford Public Library 330 Family Dr Milford MI 48381 (248) 684-0845 ext. 403 mrice at milfordlibrary.info -----Original Message----- From: "Amelia Nolan" Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:09pm To: "michlib-l at mcls.org" Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see if these particular titles had quizzes available. Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? Thanks for any advice! Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 _____ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From crodg at llcoop.org Fri Nov 14 15:59:40 2014 From: crodg at llcoop.org (Diane Greiner) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 15:59:40 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <000301d0004d$edb358a0$c91a09e0$@llcoop.org> Totally, agree Ann. What really gets me is when a teacher says a student can?t read a book because it is below their level. Does that mean that book isn?t worth reading? I think not!!! My daughter is a very voracious reader and in early elementary she was getting turned off from reading because of all Accelerated Reader competitions (she isn?t a competitive person) and the reading requirements. I believe all the requirements takes the fun out of reading and stifles a creative mind. Let them read what they want and their reading level will grow on its own?. Diane Greiner, Director Croton Township Library 231-652-1615 crodg at llcoop.org From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Ann Perrigo Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2014 4:21 PM To: Amelia Nolan Cc: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Lexile level and reading counts AARRGGHHHHH! One of my pet peeves! The whole "leveling" and testing thing just drives me nuts. Let the kids read what they WANT to read for heaven's sake! Rant over... Ann On Thu, Nov 13, 2014 at 4:09 PM, Amelia Nolan wrote: Help! Has anyone else discovered an easy way to help parents with this conundrum of lexile level books that also have reading count quizzes? Today I had a mom come in who had a sixth grade son who was at a high reading level (lexile 1130-1300) and she was looking for books. I had a really hard time finding titles for her that were still housed in the children's section. I pulled a bunch of novels that I consider higher reading level and then looked them up on the lexile website and many weren't even listed. The ones I did find (they were all nf), the mom would have to turn around and see if these particular titles had quizzes available. Has anyone figured out a more streamlined way of doing this or do you depend on the school librarian/teacher to pass out lists of titles and levels that have quizzes? Thanks for any advice! Amy Nolan Children's Librarian St. Joseph Public Library 269-983-7167 _____ _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Ann Perrigo, Co-Director Albion District Library 501 S. Superior Street Albion, MI 49224 517 629-3993 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From GKrug at cmpl.org Sat Nov 15 14:32:24 2014 From: GKrug at cmpl.org (Gretchen Krug) Date: Sat, 15 Nov 2014 19:32:24 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Job Opening: FT Adult Services Librarian Message-ID: <8A4383C951D7F544A349C01F68BECCBC077B9C8C@VMM-MAILDB.cmpl.org> Are you looking for a job with a lot of variety? The Clinton-Macomb Public Library is seeking a full-time librarian for adult services at the North Branch. The busy, suburban branch in a growing area serves a diverse population from young families to seniors. The position involves readers' advisory for all ages, adult collection development, and programming. For more details, please visit our web site to see the full posting: http://www.cmpl.org/AboutUs/JobPostings/CMPL%2037.5%20hour%20North%20Branch%20Librarian%20Full-time%2011-14.pdf ****************************************************** Gretchen Krug, Branch Manager Clinton-Macomb Public Library, North Branch 16800 24 Mile Road, Suite 2 Macomb Township, MI 48042 586-226-5081 | fax 586-226-5088 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ReishK at michigan.gov Mon Nov 17 13:01:01 2014 From: ReishK at michigan.gov (Reish, Karren (MDE)) Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2014 18:01:01 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] MeL.org survey report now available! Message-ID: <012af8258fea41a597332e1cba405d6e@BN1PR09MB0156.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> The newest round of surveys about the Michigan eLibrary and library services is now complete and the Library of Michigan has posted the final report for use by the Michigan library community. In this third round of surveys since 2009, we did three surveys, an online survey for library staff, an online survey for library patrons and a random phone survey of the general public. We appreciate the time the library community took to do the staff survey and to promote the library patron survey. We are using the survey data, as we have from previous surveys, to inform programs and planning for MeL.org, among other services. We also use the surveys to inform our federal reporting for the use of Library Services & Technology Act (LSTA) funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). You can find the final report at www.michigan.gov/lsta in the LSTA Surveys section. If you are interested in any of the cross tabulation reports to see what residents and library users from your area have said, please contact me. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk at michigan.gov www.michigan.gov/lsta www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices www.michigan.gov/michiganreads www.michigan.gov/sl21 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vdixon at northvillelibrary.org Fri Nov 14 15:28:28 2014 From: vdixon at northvillelibrary.org (Vicki Dixon) Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 15:28:28 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] Fall ICLR Meeting at Northville District Library - November 20th Message-ID: <1227267513.2925231.1415996908520.JavaMail.root@northvillelibrary.org> Announcement-- The fall ICLR (International Collection Librarian Roundtable) meeting will be held at: The Northville District Library, 212 W. Cady Street, Northville, MI 48167 on Thursday, November 20, 2014 from noon until 4 p.m. Please join us! RSVP to Vicki Dixon - vdixon at northvillelibrary.org From jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com Mon Nov 17 10:58:20 2014 From: jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com (Jobeth Bradbury) Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2014 09:58:20 -0600 Subject: [Michlib-l] Manager, Information Technology, Library System of Lancaster County (PA) Closes in one week! November 23-close date Message-ID: <00ff01d0027f$507a0320$f16e0960$@gossagesager.com> Manager-Information Technology Library System of Lancaster County (PA) read! learn! connect at the library! The Library System of Lancaster County (PA) is looking for its next Manager of Information Technology. The successful candidate will be a catalyst and facilitator helping individual libraries provide strong collaborative technology services to their local customers. This is an opportunity for the right person to be an equal contributor on a strong, committed System leadership team. Focusing on moving the System forward, the IT Manager will envision, design and implement technologies that enhance and support the mission of the System and its member libraries. With a staff of 19, a $2 million annual budget, and governed by a seven member Board, the System is responsible for 14 member libraries, three branches and a bookmobile serving 519,462 residents. Established in 1987, the System's mission is to provide countywide services and cooperative programs through a cost effective network of technology, facilities and resources. Shared and centralized services include, but are not limited to, public Internet access, a shared ILS system, database subscriptions, technical services, cooperative purchasing, consulting services, and broad technology support. This includes telecommunications, web hosting, hardware and software, and continuing education. Located seventy miles west of Philadelphia, Lancaster County is in South Central Pennsylvania along the Susquehanna River. Rich in history, the County has a diverse population, strong agricultural roots, a large Amish community, and 60+ municipalities. Lancaster County offers the best of everything from bucolic rural settings to towns and cities with quality amenities. There is a vibrant arts scene, quality health care, higher education opportunities, fourteen public school districts, and many events and attractions. Lancaster residents have active lifestyles and, at the same time, have a proud focus on their heritage and value their local histories. Here, tradition has become innovation. For more information about the Library System and Lancaster County, visit Lancaster Links. Responsibilities. The IT Manager works as a member of the System's executive leadership team and reports to the System Administrator. This position is responsible for developing a strategic vision in conjunction with the System Administrator and the Technology Planning Committee, creating and implementing a Department master plan, creating and maintaining the Department's budget, managing the day-to-day operations of the IT Services Department, serving as the liaison to the System Administrator and the member libraries, monitoring and evaluating developing technologies for enhancing new services, and representing the System to community groups and organizations. See Manager-Information Technology for the complete job description, illustrative work activities and required knowledge, skills, abilities. Qualifications. Minimum qualifications are a Bachelor's Degree from a four-year accredited college or university, five years' experience in the field of computer and networking technology-including experience in the design and operation of multi-site Wide Area Networks and Local Area Networks; design and maintenance of Microsoft Windows networks; managing and/or supervising the management of an Integrated Library System; maintenance of web services and email; three years' library experience; and two years' experience managing IT staff. Preferred qualifications include an MLS from an ALA-accredited library science program and additional professional library and management experience. Essential attributes include proven ability in planning, budgeting, and implementing technology based services and programs countywide, strong communication skills, ability to operate in a fast paced, changing environment, and effective problem solving. Compensation. The position offers a hiring salary range of $70,000 -$80,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or phone. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Jobeth Bradbury or Karen Miller. This position closes November 23, 2014. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest updates! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The applicant must have an ALA accredited MLS degree and four years of progressively responsible professional librarian experience including work in the areas of reference, collection development, public service, public library service and supervisory experience. A commitment to excellent internal and external customer service and the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds are essential qualifications. Spanish language skills are helpful. The person must be able to sit or stand for extended periods in the performance of the job. Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance is required. Apply in writing, providing an updated resume detailing relevant experience and qualifications, to John E. Baar in the Human Resources Office by 5:00 pm on the closing date. Grand Rapids Public Library 111 Library St. Grand Rapids, MI 49503 616-988-5402 x5434 jbaar at grpl.org From smemmott at emich.edu Mon Nov 17 15:03:15 2014 From: smemmott at emich.edu (Sara Memmott) Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2014 15:03:15 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] Job Posting: Business Librarian, Eastern Michigan University In-Reply-To: <1597323877.3127991.1416253700382.JavaMail.root@emich.edu> Message-ID: <1074868011.3129936.1416254595375.JavaMail.root@emich.edu> Job Posting: Business Librarian, Eastern Michigan University The Eastern Michigan University Library invites applications for a tenure-track Business Librarian, starting in Fall 2015. This position is an 8-month academic year appointment, with an additional Summer appointment possible. As a member of the Library faculty, the Business Librarian serves as the primary liaison to the College of Business (COB), collaborating with COB faculty to enhance information literacy, actively promoting library services to the COB community, and developing the library?s business collection. The Business Librarian also works as part of the Public Services team to continuously enhance the user experience. See http://agency.governmentjobs.com/emichedu/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=1007229 for a complete job description, qualifications, and application instructions. ------------------------------------------- Sara Memmott Emerging Technologies & Social Work Librarian Eastern Michigan University Library http://www.emich.edu/library 734-487-2511 smemmott at emich.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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That?s where you come in! Now is the time for librarians (and everyone else concerned with their privacy and all of our civil liberties) to come to the aid of Sens. Leahy and Reid, and their country. Just click the big ?Click Here to Act Now? button below to quickly and automatically identify your Senators and Representative in the House, and to send them a letter we?ve drafted for you with just one click asking them to take up and pass Sen. Leahy?s USA FREEDOM Act without any harmful amendments. Acting now is critical . . . and it's easy and fast. Please contact your members of Congress. Click Here to Act Now Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Subject: [Michlib-l] ALA Is Asking Us To Take Action Now [https://secureimages.capwiz.com/ala/actionalerts_mlm.png] Now is the time for librarians and others on the front lines fighting for privacy and civil liberties to heed ALA President Courtney Young's call to "Advocate. Today.? - and we do mean today. Here's the situation: Thanks to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, Senators will cast a key vote on Tuesday afternoon that is, in effect, "do or die" for meaningful USA PATRIOT Act reform in the few remaining weeks of the ?lame duck? Congress. If Senators Reid and Patrick Leahy can't muster 60 votes on Tuesday to bring Senator Leahy?s USA FREEDOM Act (S. 2685) to the floor, then the overwhelming odds are that another bill nearly as good won?t have a prayer of passage for many years. Sadly, it?s not at all certain that 60 Senators are leaning in that direction. That?s where you come in! Now is the time for librarians (and everyone else concerned with their privacy and all of our civil liberties) to come to the aid of Sens. Leahy and Reid, and their country. Just click the big ?Click Here to Act Now? button below to quickly and automatically identify your Senators and Representative in the House, and to send them a letter we?ve drafted for you with just one click asking them to take up and pass Sen. Leahy?s USA FREEDOM Act without any harmful amendments. Acting now is critical . . . and it's easy and fast. Please contact your members of Congress. Click Here to Act Now Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Christine Lind Hage, Library Director Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Begin forwarded message: *From:* Jazzy Wright *Date:* November 18, 2014 at 11:50:21 AM EST *To:* Christine Hage *Subject:* *RE: Action now link* Sure, here it is: http://cqrcengage.com/ala/app/write-a-letter?2&engagementId=69398 Warm regards, Jazzy Wright Press Officer American Library Association, Washington Office (202) 628-8410, ext. 8208 (Office) (202) 870-7730 (Cell) jwright at alawash.org www.districtdispatch.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ReishK at michigan.gov Tue Nov 18 12:23:25 2014 From: ReishK at michigan.gov (Reish, Karren (MDE)) Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2014 17:23:25 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] FW: grant opportunity for libraries and STEM In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: FYI for those looking for STEM program related funding. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk at michigan.gov From: Beth Yoke [mailto:byoke at ala.org] Sent: Tuesday, November 18, 2014 11:10 AM To: Beth Yoke Subject: grant opportunity for libraries and STEM Apply for a Grant to Support STEM Programming at Your Library The federal Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) has recently announced a funding opportunity for STEM-related programming, which is open to state and local governments, non-profits and institutions of higher education, among others. Visit the CNCS website for application instructions and additional information. New applicants are encouraged to apply. Submission of a Notice of Intent to Apply is required to be eligible for this competition and is due Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at 5:00pm, eastern. Applications are due Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time to CNCS. 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As you may have caught on, the name LM4X (Library of Michigan 4 Times a Year) will no longer serve us well. Randy Riley is announcing a naming competition. Anyone is eligible to suggest a new name. The prize is a $25 gift card to a store of your choosing. Please use this link to suggest a new name. We're also looking to share Michigan library success stories. Do you have something to share with the wider library community? We have over 2,500 subscribers. Contact me at norriss2 at michigan.gov or 517-373-4457. I'd love to hear about your achievements! Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant and Plinkit Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4457 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org http://www.michlibrary.org Invest in a child's future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading [Culture of Reading-A (2)] -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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This hour long webinar will show users how to build reports using the data collected in LibPAS. Until now libraries have been unable to pull reports directly from the survey software. With the new LibPAS software, public library directors and staff will now have the ability to create their own fully customizable reports using all 18 years of collected public library data. Libraries also have the ability to create reports with their own URLS and QR-codes. In this webinar, I will walk users through the process of creating several different types of reports. We will discuss the most common data requests I receive and I will take suggestions regarding the data we currently collect, or data we should be collecting. "Custom Reporting With LibPAS" will be offered 3 times and will be archived on our LibPAS homepage and on the Library of Michigan's site for those who do not have the ability to attend. * November 19th, 2014 at 1:00 PM * December 3rd, 2014 at 10:30 AM * January 7th, 2015 at 3:00 PM (All times listed are Eastern Standard Time) The webinar will be provided with Adobe Meeting Connect online meeting service. A reminder with login instructions will be e-mailed to all library directors again the week of the event. Registration is not required to attend this event. The sessions will be recorded for viewing at a later time. SYSTEM CHECK Please prepare your system for this event by performing a system check before the webinar start time by going to: http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm TO LOGIN TO THIS WEBINAR 1. Please be sure to connect early so that you have time to make adjustments if necessary. 2. Go to: http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/libraryofmichigan/ 3. Click the "Enter as Guest" radio button. 4. Enter your full name. 5. Click the "Enter Room" button. AUDIO Audio will be provided using Voice Over Internet Protocol, VoIP. Computer speakers or headphones are required for listening to the audio portion of the program. Please be sure that your computer speakers are on and that your volume is adjusted and the audio is not muted. A telephone audio option is NOT provided for this webinar. To ask questions and participate attendees are asked to use the Chat and Question boxes where you can type in your questions/comments. This capability is part of the Adobe Meeting Connect interface. If you have questions, please contact the Library of Michigan at 517-373-1580. Thank you. Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. 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Operating in a collegial team environment, the Collection Development Librarian provides leadership in collection development, evaluation and assessment, license negotiation and collection budget allocation. The Collection Development Librarian guides selection, de-selection and retention policies for library resources. He/she undertakes quantitative and qualitative analysis and assessment to improve collections in support of the university?s priorities. The Collection Development Librarian helps determine the Library?s copyright compliance responsibilities. Required qualifications: * Five years minimum professional experience, with at least three years in an academic environment * At least three years of experience in collection development, acquisitions, and/or electronic resource licensing and management The Collection Development Librarian must meet departmental and university tenure and promotion standards for fulfillment of professional responsibilities, scholarship and service. See http://agency.governmentjobs.com/emichedu/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=1007242 for a complete job description, qualifications, and application instructions. ------------------------------------------- Sara Memmott Emerging Technologies & Social Work Librarian Eastern Michigan University Library http://www.emich.edu/library 734-487-2511 smemmott at emich.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From WhiteS29 at michigan.gov Tue Nov 18 16:44:52 2014 From: WhiteS29 at michigan.gov (White, Shannon (MDE)) Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:44:52 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] WebJunction self-paced available Message-ID: <9e74e8c06f7e4cd6a1a0648fcbbc33f5@BN1PR09MB0212.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Don't forget when you need some self-paced courses to improve or learn new skills WebJunction is available. WebJunction now provides access to self-paced online courses on a variety of library-related topics. The list of self-paced course titles from WebJunction is shown below. Certificates of Completion are available upon completion of the course content. You do need to create an account but there is NO charge to participate in a course. To find out more about the self-paced courses, please visit WebJunction at www.webjunction.org and choose FIND TRAINING in the top menu. Customer Service * Dealing with Angry Patrons * Extreme Customer Service, Every Time Library Management * Directors ASK! * Master of Disaster: Developing a Disaster Plan * Providing Constructive Employee Feedback Library Services * Basic Web-based Reference * Readers' Advisory Services * Marketing and Messaging Developing Motivating Messages * Keep It Simple: Developing a Marketing Plan for Your Library * Merchandising That Works Personal/Interpersonal * Coping with Change * Having fun at work again Social Media * Building a Positive Social Media Presence Technical Services * Introduction to Cataloging for Non-Catalogers * Shelving with Dewey * Shelving with Library of Congress Classification * Shelving with National Library of Medicine (NLM) * Weeding the Library Collection Technology * eReader Detective: Solving the case for your library patrons Training & Development * You Can Do It: A Recipe for Designing Web-based Instruction Youth Services * Accompanying the Young Reader: Helping the Reader Choose Appropriate Books * Encouraging Early Literacy * Planning Story Times for Children * There will always be storytellers * Where Teens and Technology Meet Let us know what you think and how we can answer any questions. sdw ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Shannon D. White Continuing Education Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29 at michigan.gov http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ReishK at michigan.gov Wed Nov 19 09:20:59 2014 From: ReishK at michigan.gov (Reish, Karren (MDE)) Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2014 14:20:59 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Summer Reading @ Your Park opportunity Message-ID: <181f0ec0e5e34ddb8c30503775d396f5@BN1PR09MB0156.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Just a reminder to register if you like an opportunity to do a program with a local or state park as part of your 2015 Summer Reading. ________________________________ The Department of Natural Resources is collaborating with the Library of Michigan to bring outdoor recreation activities to your Summer Reading program. We have a brief survey for you to fill out if you are interested in having Summer Reading programs at your state or local parks. If you are interested, give us your contact information and preferred dates and you will be contacted in January to set up a program appropriate to your Summer Reading plans. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SummerReadingatYourPark The deadline to respond is the end of November. If you have any questions, please contact me! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk at michigan.gov www.michigan.gov/lsta www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices www.michigan.gov/michiganreads www.michigan.gov/sl21 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Box 30007, Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9489; Fax: 517-373-5700 Toll free: 877-479-0021 whites29 at michigan.gov http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan From: WebJunction.org [mailto:webjunction at e.oclc.org] Sent: Wednesday, November 19, 2014 1:12 PM To: White, Shannon (MDE) Subject: Build your healthy community - collaborate with Health Happens in Libraries! We are writing to tell you about an exciting opportunity for your library to receive guidance and financial support for developing and enhancing its health information services, resources, and programs in 2015. We are writing to tell you about an opportunity for your library to receive guidance and financial support for developing and enhancing its health information services, resources and programs in 2015. As part of its IMLS-funded Health Happens in Libraries program, OCLC is seeking up to five public libraries with which to collaborate to develop and implement community health activities with a local partner. These activities, to be conducted in the spring of 2015, will support the goals of each participating library and their partners; and may include a range of services, such as a workshop on healthy family meal planning, or training to patrons seeking reliable online health information. Please review the included Participant Overview for a full description of this opportunity, including how to submit a statement of interest for your library to be considered for this exciting work. If your library is interested in participating in this 7-month project, please submit a statement of interest by 5 pm Pacific time on Tuesday, December 9, 2014. Selected libraries will be notified by December 31, 2014. Consideration for participation in this project is open to any U.S. public library, and you may forward this invitation to your colleagues in the field. Thank you for joining the effort to magnify the role of public libraries as key contributors to community health! 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This grant has been established to enable PLA Members new to the profession and who have not had the opportunity to attend a major PLA continuing education event in the last five years to do so. Eligible events are PLA Results Boot Camp; PLA Conference; and other PLA events, such as preconferences or institutes, held in conjunction with ALA Annual Conference or ALA Midwinter Meeting." Feel free to share this reminder with your networks! Marla -- -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Wiegmann Information Services Librarian Comstock Township Library From bjohnston at lincolnlib.org Wed Nov 19 11:08:53 2014 From: bjohnston at lincolnlib.org (Brian Johnston) Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2014 16:08:53 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Cooking Books Message-ID: <1416413334317.41313@lincolnlib.org> Hello Everyone, Here is a list of responses that I received for cooking books to use for a cooking book discussion group: Angelina's Bachelors by Bryan O'Reilly Beekeepers Ball by Susan Wiggs Eat Cake by Jeanne Ray School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister Lost Art of Mixing (follow up to School of Essential...) by Erica Bauermeister The Glass Kitchen by Linda Francis Lee Freshman in the Kitchen by Max and Eli Sussman A Homemade Life: Stories and Recipes from My Kitchen Table by Molly Wizenberg Everyday Food: Great Food Fast by Martha Stewart Living Magazine Julie & Julia by Julie Powell Sweetie-licious Pies: Eat Pie, Love Life by Linda Hundt Blue Corn and Chocolate, Elizabeth Rozin All About Braising: The Art of Uncomplicated Cooking by Molly Stevens Sweets: a collection of soul food desserts and memories by Patty Pinner L.A. Son: my life, my city, my food by Roy Choi Tender at the Bone and Comfort Me with Apples by Ruth Reichl The Cheese Primer by Steven Jenkins The Kitchen Counter Cooking School and The Sharper Your Knife, the Less You Cry by Kathleen Flinn Bake the Bread, Buy the Butter by Jennifer Reese Thanks, Brian R. Johnston Head of Public Services Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W. John Beers Road Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 bjohnston at lincolnlib.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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If you would like to attend a live session of "Custom Reporting With LibPAS" I will be offering this webinar on two more occasions. * December 3rd, 2014 at 10:30 AM* * January 7th, 2015 at 3:00 PM* *Eastern Standard Time Thank you, Joseph Hamlin Library Data Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo St. P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-3828 Email: hamlinj2 at michigan.gov URL: http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan Visit the Michigan eLibrary at http://mel.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jhesselgrave at ssldl.info Wed Nov 19 16:59:20 2014 From: jhesselgrave at ssldl.info (Jess Hesselgrave) Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2014 16:59:20 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves Message-ID: Good snowy afternoon! I have some copies of We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves up for grabs if anyone is interested. I have 10 paperback copies available. Let me know if you want any! -- Jessica Hesselgrave Adult Services Librarian Salem-South Lyon District Library 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 Ph. 248-437-6431 x202 Fax 248-437-6593 jhesselgrave at ssldl.info -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ReishK at michigan.gov Thu Nov 20 08:23:25 2014 From: ReishK at michigan.gov (Reish, Karren (MDE)) Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 13:23:25 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Summer Reading 2015 Resources Message-ID: <86477e1b4c5144dfa66690390ee640cc@BN1PR09MB0156.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Please see below for Iowa's Every Hero Has a Story Summer Reading 2015. This is a very nice site, especially for those new to planning programs. Thanks to Iowa for sharing. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk at michigan.gov From: Merri Monks [mailto:merri.monks at lib.state.ia.us] Sent: Wednesday, November 19, 2014 11:29 AM Subject: [YSCON] Iowa's website for the 2015 CSLP program Hello everyone, Iowa's two summer library program workshop presenters, Rachel Loutsch and Kelly Stern, created a website for our workshops and librarians in Iowa, presented at the end of October and the beginning of November in six locations across Iowa. The link to the website is: http://rachelloutsch.wix.com/cslp2015 Please feel free to share with your librarians and use as you see fit. I think this duo did an awesome job on assembling a combination of resources from the manual (always referenced by page) and other sources. Best wishes, Merri Merri M. Monks Youth Services Consultant Iowa Library Services/State Library of Iowa -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Box 380 Harrison, MI 48625 (989) 539-6711 ext 6 (989) 539-6301 (fax) www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org Pere Marquette District Library 185 E. Fourth Street Clare, MI 48617 (989) 386-7576 ext 4 (989) 386-3576 (fax) www.pmdl.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From claire.mueller at westlandlibrary.org Thu Nov 20 11:11:45 2014 From: claire.mueller at westlandlibrary.org (Claire Mueller) Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:11:45 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Searching for a Word Families Book In-Reply-To: References: <60350bfecd924440aba3677a951072d7@Exchange.westland.lib.mi.us>, Message-ID: <618f2aa117a7441098e6c7de82c95fd9@Exchange.westland.lib.mi.us> Thank you, Caryn, I appreciate the tip and will pass it on! Marian Rafal from Bloomfield Twp. also shared (see below) and the patron was pretty sure the book she wanted was from this series. Yay! Possibly the Let's Read series- 9 vol. In vol #1 - pat sat bat at rat nat etc.... If this is what you are looking for - we do have the series. The series is in our computer as Let's Read ABCs by Leonard Bloomfield and Clarence Barnhart at J372.4145 Blo (Teaching) Hope this helps. ________________________________ From: threeriverslibrarychildren at gmail.com on behalf of Caryn Wilson Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2014 10:47 AM To: Claire Mueller Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Searching for a Word Families Book The website www.hubbardscupboard.org has printable booklets for word families. Click on Literacy and then on Printable Booklets. On Wed, Nov 19, 2014 at 10:56 AM, Claire Mueller > wrote: One of our patrons is looking for a book that focused on word families, with each page highlighting different word endings, e.g. Cat, sat, cat, pat, etc. She remembers it being a thick orange book, probably published in the 70s. She used to check it out from the former Snow Branch of the Dearborn Public Library. It's title may have been "I Can Read" or something like that. Any clues are appreciated! _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Caryn Wilson, Children's Librarian Three Rivers Public Library 920 W. Michigan Ave. Three Rivers, MI 49093 269-273-8666 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From hhames at centerline.gov Thu Nov 20 12:18:55 2014 From: hhames at centerline.gov (Heather Hames) Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 12:18:55 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Cleaning Service Message-ID: <003901d004e6$103c4980$30b4dc80$@centerline.gov> If you use a commercial cleaning company you are happy with, would you please send along their contact information to hhames at centerline.gov ? My library is in Macomb County in Southeast MI. Thanks in advance! 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Box 380 www.pmdl.org Harrison, MI 48625 www.harrisondistrictlibrary.org Phone: (989) 386-7576 ext 4 Phone: (989) 539-6711 Fax: (989) 386-3576 Fax: (989) 539-6301 Cell: (989) 878-0450 This organization is an equal opportunity employer If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online athttp://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request a form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send you completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or by fax (202) 690-7442 or email atprogram.intake at usda.gov -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Marie, MI 49783 > > 906-632-9331 > > www.baylisslibrary.org > > http://joomla.uproc.lib.mi.us/SDL/ > > > > > > > > > > *From:* michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] *On > Behalf Of *Jess Hesselgrave > *Sent:* Wednesday, November 19, 2014 4:59 PM > *To:* michlib-l at mcls.org > *Subject:* [Michlib-l] We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves > > > > Good snowy afternoon! > > > > I have some copies of We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves up for grabs > if anyone is interested. I have 10 paperback copies available. Let me know > if you want any! > > > > -- > > Jessica Hesselgrave > > > > Adult Services Librarian > Salem-South Lyon District Library > 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 > Ph. 248-437-6431 x202 > Fax 248-437-6593 > > jhesselgrave at ssldl.info > > > > > > > > -- Jessica Hesselgrave Adult Services Librarian Salem-South Lyon District Library 9800 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon, MI 48178 Ph. 248-437-6431 x202 Fax 248-437-6593 jhesselgrave at ssldl.info -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From aclement at uproc.lib.mi.us Thu Nov 20 14:01:55 2014 From: aclement at uproc.lib.mi.us (Amber Clement) Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 14:01:55 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Looking for round poster tubes Message-ID: <00aa01d004f4$74628790$5d2796b0$@uproc.lib.mi.us> ISO round poster tubes. If you have any extras please send them through RIDES to Bayliss Public Library. Thanks. 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URL: From jflury at tln.lib.mi.us Thu Nov 20 14:58:23 2014 From: jflury at tln.lib.mi.us (Jim Flury ) Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 14:58:23 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] Big Five Publishers and Library Terms for eBooks Chart: November 20, 2014 Update In-Reply-To: <1520419809.3504142.1416513171295.JavaMail.root@tln.lib.mi.us> Message-ID: <219537557.3504907.1416513503945.JavaMail.root@tln.lib.mi.us> Updated to reflect the November 20, 2014 announcement by Simon and Schuster that it would no longer require libraries to offer a ?Buy It Now? button in order to license its eBooks for library lending. http://www.americanlibrariesmagazine.org/sites/americanlibrariesmagazine.org/files/content/BigFiveEbookTerms112014.pdf Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury at tln.lib.mi.us From ReishK at michigan.gov Thu Nov 20 15:01:36 2014 From: ReishK at michigan.gov (Reish, Karren (MDE)) Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 20:01:36 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Summer Reading 101 webinar recording Message-ID: <769e2ab2f2954f5db8b6e609f98bc807@BN1PR09MB0156.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> For those interested in a review of the 2015 Summer Reading program and materials, you can find the recording of today's webinar at http://libraryofmichigan.adobeconnect.com/p3sit3zt8gx/. It is also posted at the Library of Michigan Summer Reading section of the Youth Library Services page - www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices. You can also sign up for the three upcoming webinars in January, February and March on Learning Challenges, Online Clubs, and School Visits at the same site. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk at michigan.gov www.michigan.gov/lsta www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices www.michigan.gov/michiganreads www.michigan.gov/sl21 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ssmith at ci.dearborn.mi.us Thu Nov 20 15:04:49 2014 From: ssmith at ci.dearborn.mi.us (Steven Smith) Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:04:49 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Fax24 questions/alternatives Message-ID: <60578BD91E662844A00FE6841E3165CE032E76F1@libemail.dearborn.libraries.org> The Dearborn Public Library uses Fax24 as a stand-alone fax machine for our public. It is convenient as it takes very little staff time and allows the public to pay for faxes by credit card for a reasonable price without needing staff interaction. Unfortunately, we've been getting a lot of complaints from staff that the machine is extremely unreliable and that there are frequent problems. We've also heard that Fax24's customer service is very poor. We were wondering if anyone else has found an alternative stand-alone fax solution to Fax24. From my investigations it looks like Fax24 is the only game in town for this kind of service. If you aren't using a stand-alone fax solution, can you let me know how your library deals with offering faxing services for you public? Thank you, Steven F. Smith Administrative Librarian Dearborn Public Library 16301 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48124 (313) 943-2812 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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It is convenient as it takes very little staff time and allows the > public to pay for faxes by credit card for a reasonable price without > needing staff interaction. > > > > Unfortunately, we?ve been getting a lot of complaints from staff that the > machine is extremely unreliable and that there are frequent problems. We?ve > also heard that Fax24?s customer service is very poor. > > > > We were wondering if anyone else has found an alternative stand-alone fax > solution to Fax24. From my investigations it looks like Fax24 is the only > game in town for this kind of service. If you aren?t using a stand-alone fax > solution, can you let me know how your library deals with offering faxing > services for you public? > > > > Thank you, > > > > > > Steven F. Smith > > Administrative Librarian > > Dearborn Public Library > > 16301 Michigan Ave. > > Dearborn, MI 48124 > > (313) 943-2812 > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > -- Connie Jo Ozinga Library Director Commerce Township Community Library 2869 N Pontiac Trail Commerce, MI 48390 (248) 669-8108 x101 www.commercelibrary.info From BorrelliE at michigan.gov Thu Nov 20 15:24:32 2014 From: BorrelliE at michigan.gov (Borrelli, Eunice (MDE)) Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 20:24:32 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] =?windows-1252?q?MeL_Minute_=96_Michigana=2C_Sources_?= =?windows-1252?q?in_U=2ES=2E_History_Online_Database?= In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <7B0353D9-D4C9-41CE-A0F2-6B809995E642@michigan.gov> Hi all, "Si quaeris peninsulam amoenam, circumspice", is Latin for "If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you." (our state motto). It and nearly everything Michigan can be found in the MeL database Michigana, Sources in U.S. History Online found in Teens Homework Help and the Michigana Gateway. This digital archive draws from the Sabin Americana collection and other resources to include material useful to researchers from high school student to college professor. Memoirs, pamphlets, images, speeches, primary source documents ? are all included. Construct your own search or choose from listed topics to begin your research. In Advanced Search, select from over 25 document types and six different types of illustrated works. The possibilities are endless and you may be surprised at how much there is to learn about the great state of Michigan. Michigan, my Michigan. Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week?s MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact at mel.org or visit mel.org. We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli, Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4996 Toll Free: 877.479.0021 Fax: 517.373.5700 The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries & how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ & watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. Invest in a child?s future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We?re looking for several energetic librarians who might be interested in future salaried positions here at RHPL.* *Position:* Substitute/hourly librarians (including evening and weekend hours) *Salary: *$19.10 - $20.60 per hour *Dates*: Deadline for applications: December 8, 2014 Interview anticipated: Week of December 15, 2014 Decision anticipated by: December 22, 2014 Starting date: ASAP *Application:* Please submit online a *resume, responses to questions at the end of this posting* and a completed *employment application*, http://www.rhpl.org/jobs *Primary Job Duties:* Provide professional reader?s advisory and reference services to library users Instruct library users in use of the library and its online resources Will be assigned to a specific department Work independently within the broad guidelines set by library policies and the library director Maintain awareness of new developments and trends in the field through professional journals, workshops, conferences, etc. Performs related duties as assigned *Required Qualifications:* ? Master?s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution ? Flexible, friendly, approachable and enthusiastic manner with all ages ? Knowledge of online information resources, computers, software programs (such as Microsoft Windows, Office) ? Familiarity with technology, especially tablets, e-readers, smartphones and devices used with the library?s digital services ? Dependable and flexible work habits with a schedule ? Strong oral and written communication skills ? Knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of public library service ? Demonstrated knowledge of library materials and resources ? Creativity to develop and implement new library programs and services ? Think analytically to develop new or revised systems, procedures, and work flow ? Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment, organize job duties, work independently, and adapt to changing procedures and situations *Desired Characteristics* High energy, self-motivation to create and provide new services in a rapidly growing library Awareness of new developments and trends in public libraries Full range of Internet skills and experience Knowledge of online information resources, computers, software programs (Windows, Microsoft Office products and email) and automated circulation system (Polaris) Participate in website development and maintenance Flexibility to work varied hours This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications; it is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. Please respond to the following questions and include those responses with your resume and RHPL application. 1. Why do you want to work in a public library? 2. What coursework or experience makes you the best person for one of these jobs? 3. If I were to duplicate a typical week of your reading choices, what would I be reading? (By choices, I mean just about everything short of cereal boxes.) 4. What types of services do you think public libraries will be offering 20 years from now and how will they be provided? Christine Lind Hage, President, United for Libraries Library Director, Rochester Hills Public Library 500 Olde Towne Road Rochester, MI 48307-2043 248/650-7122 Raising a reader is: Talking * Singing * Reading * Writing * Playing -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Please also consider giving feedback on the program, materials and book suggestions for 2015 so we can continue to improve. Thank you for your help! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk at michigan.gov www.michigan.gov/michiganreads www.michigan.gov/lsta www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices www.michigan.gov/sl21 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From christian at carolibrary.org Fri Nov 21 10:04:26 2014 From: christian at carolibrary.org (Christian Dunham) Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 10:04:26 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Free Furniture Message-ID: <000001d0059c$71f541c0$55dfc540$@carolibrary.org> Hi All, Giving away these goodies, pickup is on you of course: 1. 12' long, double-sided book shelf with 4 compartments; can be shortened. 2. Mobile 4' long magazine/pamphlet holder; slots are about an inch wide. 3. Mobile TV cart, with CRT TV (group item, naturally). Pictures attached. 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Library and information science students, librarians, information professionals, research analysts, prospect researchers, usability auditors, library directors, professors, deans ? basically anyone looking for a library job or who can give advice to someone looking for a library job. What is this event? This is a networking event similar to a no host dinner or open house at a professional conference. You will meet other librarians and information professionals in the area for informal conversations (bring business cards!). There is no charge to attend; you just pay for your own food and drink. Students are more than welcome to join us. Where is it being held? Sean O?Callaghan?s in Plymouth: http://seanocallaghanspub.com When are we meeting? Tuesday, November 25, 6-8 pm How do I RSVP? E-mail Karly Szczepkowski at karly at ix.netcom.com if you plan to attend. Why do I have to RSVP? We want to make sure there are enough seats for everyone and be able to contact you if there are any last minute changes so you?re not left standing outside of a closed pub (don?t worry ? the pub has never been closed before!). We promise not to use your e-mail address for any other purposes and all e-mail addresses will be deleted after the event. Co-hosted by: Karly Szczepkowski, Eva Gogola, Barry Puckett and Joel Scheuher Jennifer Dye Librarian Parkman Branch Detroit Public Library 1766 Oakman Blvd. Detroit, MI 48238 jdye at detroitpubliclibrary.org 313-481-1811 (reference desk) 313-481-1819 (workroom) From jflury at tln.lib.mi.us Fri Nov 21 09:07:21 2014 From: jflury at tln.lib.mi.us (Jim Flury ) Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 09:07:21 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] Michigan Activity Pass: Potentially BIG News Coming In 2015 In-Reply-To: <1480204088.3457761.1416495309880.JavaMail.root@tln.lib.mi.us> Message-ID: <493084608.3647096.1416578841515.JavaMail.root@tln.lib.mi.us> All, As of today, three days shy of six months into MAP Statewide Year 2 (this year's MAP half-birthday is November 24, for those who are keeping track) you have now circulated 90% of the TOTAL number of MAP passes that were reserved in the FULL 12 MONTHS of MAP Statewide Year 1. Great work! Although some of our participating MAP partner venues have closed for the season, there are still plenty of family friendly opportunities available in MAPland. What better way for your patrons to keep their kids and grandkids engaged during the upcoming school holiday closure times, than to take them to one of our MAP destinations? You can keep up to date with MAP by checking our Facebook page, where Brigette posts daily updates regarding our cultural partners to https://www.facebook.com/pages/Michigan-Activity-Pass-MAP/510259192344845 And while you're there, be sure to "like" our MAP FB page. Nearly 300 of you (and your patrons) have done so. The Michigan Activity Pass (formerly Museum Adventure Pass) program has in its seven years of life grown from somewhat humble origins of 30 museum partners featured in public libraries in six counties (Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, Wayne) and a full semi-trailer load (22 pallets of boxes stacked five feet high) of paper passes and promotional materials to a no longer humble, robust, incessantly and excessively and over promoted, online, statewide program featuring 112 partner venues (not just museums, either; as a for instance, here's a MAP venue that makes for a dandy wintertime walking venue http://hiddenlakegardens.msu.edu/), nearly 400 libraries in 639 participating library buildings covering each of Michigan's 83 counties, and a wide variety of promotional material that you can print on demand from http://tln.lib.mi.us/map/ We've already announced that there WILL be a MAP Year 3, beginning May 24, 2015 and running through May 23, 2016. But our over the top approach when it comes to MAP might have left you thinking, what are they going to do for an encore? Here is what TLN Executive Director Jim Pletz had to say regarding that topic: "TLN staff initiated several conversations with potential venues and funding sources to explore the viability of an expansion of the MAP statewide service. Thanks to a relentless, often folk centric approach to promotion, efforts to grow the MAP program and brand recognition by TLN staffers Jim Flury and Brigette Felix have gained momentum. These TLN staff efforts are likely to produce a new way of service, venues and funding if the current dialogue bears fruit in the next few months. Be prepared to welcome a new and vastly expanded MAP in 2015." We are still working out the bits and pieces that need to fall together in order for the above to occur. I am confident that we will do so, and that we will be able to unveil "a new and vastly expanded MAP in 2015." Thank you for your support and promotion of the Michigan Activity Pass, and here's to a (hopefully) new and vastly expanded MAP program beginning in May, 2015. Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury at tln.lib.mi.us From shermandirector at winntel.net Fri Nov 21 10:29:48 2014 From: shermandirector at winntel.net (Library Director) Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 10:29:48 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] OPAC help Message-ID: <2172d6a31d15930f08cba6297ed0677b@winntel.net> I received a call from the library at one of our local elementary schools today about adding books to their OPAC. The staff member that has been on has never had to add books before and the other hasn't worked in the library in 9 years. The only information they could give me was that they run Safari on an HP machine. Any idea of somewhere or someone I could get them in contact with to help them be able to add books again? Thanks in advance, Ms. TJ Smith Library Director Sherman Township Library shermandirector at winntel.net (989) 644-5131 From goikea at libcoop.net Fri Nov 21 10:49:52 2014 From: goikea at libcoop.net (goikea at libcoop.net) Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 10:49:52 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Free HP Ink Cartridges Message-ID: I have the following ink cartridges to give away. Please respond off list and include RIDES code. HP 75XL tri-color expires Jan 2016 HP 75XL black expires Nov 2014 HP Officejet 940XL black expires May 2016 bag is open but cartridge never used Thank you, Annette M. Goike Assistant Director MacDonald Public Library 36480 Main St. New Baltimore, MI 48047 586-725-0273 ext 5 goikea at Libcoop.net From goikea at libcoop.net Fri Nov 21 11:18:34 2014 From: goikea at libcoop.net (goikea at libcoop.net) Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 11:18:34 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Gone - Free HP Ink Cartridges In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <968d911481ff0526e92482ffd1cd47c1@libcoop.net> On 11/21/2014 10:49 am, goikea at libcoop.net wrote: > I have the following ink cartridges to give away. Please respond off > list and include RIDES code. > > HP 75XL tri-color expires Jan 2016 > HP 75XL black expires Nov 2014 > HP Officejet 940XL black expires May 2016 bag is open but cartridge > never used > > Thank you, > Annette M. Goike > Assistant Director > MacDonald Public Library > 36480 Main St. > New Baltimore, MI 48047 > 586-725-0273 ext 5 > goikea at Libcoop.net > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l From galesburglibrary at hotmail.com Fri Nov 21 11:37:40 2014 From: galesburglibrary at hotmail.com (Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library) Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 11:37:40 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Ink cartridges to give away Message-ID: I have a 2 cartridges to give away: HP 57 [C6657A] tri color, probably an old machine Samsung 101 [MLT D101S] Black & White I think Donna Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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And there's another $2 billion in play for the next couple years form 'leftovers' and due to changes being made in the program. So $5.9 billion. Those of us at the workshop at LM yesterday are 'locked and loaded' to make best use of that. And it got me thinking about what is a good, target bandwidth to aspire to? Is there a formula? The NYT article above about the cap increase references a 'rule of thumb' for schools in the near term of "100MB of Internet bandwidth per 1,000 students" and in the longer term 1GB per 1,000 students. Is anyone familiar with a similar 'rule of thumb' or benchmark for libraries? Such a benchmark would have a lot of caveats, for sure. Maybe you have an internal performance goal for bandwidth to the patron desktop you'd like to share? _____________________________________ Sheryl Cormicle Knox, Technology Director Capital Area District Libraries - Administration 401 S. 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Salem-South Lyon, serving less than 50,000, is looking to surpass the 100 Mbps benchmark and will be going to 150 Mbps July. Our performance goal is to be able to provide the fastest Wi-Fi Internet speeds in the community. We went to local restaurants / coffee shops to see what patrons were receiving at other locations and what they would expect to see at the library. In addition, we try to be attentive to when consumption is consistently topping out our bandwidth cap and adjust accordingly. Garrett Hungerford, Assistant Director / Network Administrator Salem-South Lyon District Library 9800 Pontiac Trail South Lyon, MI 48178 Phone: (248) 437-6431 - ext. 208 Fax: (248) 437-6593 ghungerford at ssldl.info http://www.ssldl.info On Fri, Nov 21, 2014 at 1:11 PM, Knox,Sheryl Cormicle wrote: > Looks like the E-Rate program is going to have more money available than > ever before to subsidize broadband access. The FCC is poised to raise the > cap another $1.5 billion/year > , > from 2.4 billion to 3.9 billion. And there?s another $2 billion in play for > the next couple years form ?leftovers? and due to changes being made in the > program. So $5.9 billion. > > > > Those of us at the workshop at LM yesterday are ?locked and loaded? to > make best use of that. > > > > And it got me thinking about what is a good, target bandwidth to aspire > to? Is there a formula? > > > > The NYT article above about the cap increase references a ?rule of thumb? > for schools in the near term of ?100MB of Internet bandwidth per 1,000 > students? and in the longer term 1GB per 1,000 students. > > > > Is anyone familiar with a similar ?rule of thumb? or benchmark for > libraries? > > > > Such a benchmark would have a lot of caveats, for sure. Maybe you have an > internal performance goal for bandwidth to the patron desktop you?d like to > share? > > > > _____________________________________ > > Sheryl Cormicle Knox, Technology Director > Capital Area District Libraries ? Administration > > 401 S. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48901-7919 > > 517-367-6347 | knoxs at cadl.org > > cadl.org > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Michlib-l mailing list > Michlib-l at mcls.org > http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l > > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From christina.radisauskas at aquinas.edu Fri Nov 21 13:30:00 2014 From: christina.radisauskas at aquinas.edu (Christina Radisauskas) Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 13:30:00 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Update from Mi-ALA Message-ID: Hello! The Mi-ALA Interim Board has had their biweekly meeting wherein we approved the minutes from the 11/5/14 meeting. They can be found here: http://goo.gl/5E1SlC A few other items of note: - We've signed a contract with Vieth Consulting for the creation of a new website. We expect that it'll be completed in the next month. - We've officially signed with MCLS to serve as our fiscal agent. - Today is the deadline for commentary on the draft of our by-laws. Our next step is to consider any suggestions made and incorporate them as appropriate. This will happen within the next week or two. http://goo.gl/Gt7GMA To contact the interim board, email steeringcommittee at miala.org Please excuse cross-posting! Christina Radisauskas, Mi-ALA Interim Board Member http://miala.org/ -- Christina Radisauskas Information Literacy Librarian Grace Hauenstein Library Aquinas College 1607 Robinson Rd SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506 616-632-2124 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Crawford County is located in north-central Michigan's Lower Peninsula.Much of the county's land area is in the AuSable State and Huron Manistee National Forests. Reflecting the area's emphasis on the out-of-doors, the Library's collections include one devoted to fly-fishing. The area is an outdoor enthusiast's delight every season of the year andthe kind of place people love to visit -- and love to call home, while the location on I-75 allows for ease of travel. For additional information about the Library, visit//www.crawfordco.lib.mi.us/./To learn more about the communityvisit: www.coorisd.net ; www.casdk12.net; www.crawfordco.org ; www.graylingchamber.com . *The successful candidate *will**be a community-oriented individual: who enjoys the small-town, laid-back, "Up North" way of life; who values the opportunity to interact with the public as a hands-on director; has proven personnel management skills; has a comprehensive understanding of library finances and budgeting and excellent overall financial management ability; is flexible and energetic; has strong communication skills and is comfortable with representing the library in the community; is knowledgeable regarding current technology and its use in public libraries;and has an overall understanding of current public library operations and services. *Beginning Salary*: $35,500 for candidates with a bachelor's degree and $52,000 with the MILS degree dependent on experience; benefit package includes health, vision and dental insurance, and a deferred compensation plan. *The position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university*;* *a Master's degree in library science or library and information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association*is highly preferred. **In addition*, the position*requires* a minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a library position, of which at least two (2) years have been in a position with management and supervisory responsibilities in a public library. *Applications*will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by *5:00 p.m. (EST) December 1, 2014 *will receive first consideration.*Electronic submissions required*.*Interested individuals should forward a cover letter, _which specifically addresses the position_ _requirements_, a resume, and three professional references, including complete contact information.* Electronic submissions and requests for additional information should be directed to: Marianne Hartzell at marianne at hartzell-mikaconsulting.com or via telephone at (517) 719-3487. -- Marianne Hartzell, Consultant marianne at hartzell-mikaconsulting.com Hartzell-Mika Consulting, LLC P.O. Box 4396 East Lansing, Michigan 48823 517.719.3487 Online at: www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com check us out on Facebook! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From DykhuisR at mcls.org Mon Nov 24 09:36:56 2014 From: DykhuisR at mcls.org (Randy Dykhuis) Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2014 09:36:56 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] SLA Michigan Chapter holiday party Message-ID: Only one more week to register for this year's SLA Michigan Chapter annual holiday luncheon at The Dearborn Inn on Saturday December 6. This year we are excited to welcome J.P. Porcaro as our keynote speaker. J.P. is well known for his library advocacy efforts. He was named one of Library Journal's Movers & Shakers in 2012 and is currently running for ALA president. In addition to J.P.'s talk, we will have a delicious Mediterranean buffet and a fabulous silent auction. Please come spend a Saturday afternoon with us & meet other Michigan library colleagues. Registration closes on December 1 so reserve your space now. Date: Saturday, December 6, 2014 Time: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Registration opens at 11:30 with lunch served at 11:45. Keynote speaker, business meeting, and silent auction will follow lunch. Proceeds from the Silent Auction will help send a current library & information science student to SLA Annual Conference in 2015. Place: The Dearborn Inn 20301 Oakwood Boulevard Dearborn Michigan 48124 Registration: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MS23CMW RSVP by December 1, 2014 Cost: $25 SLA members $25 students $35 non-SLA members Payment: Payment accepted via credit card through PayPal or by check at the event. To pay with credit card, go to the website and click on the PayPal button: http://bit.ly/1x897zz Making It Happen Where You Are Keynote speaker: JP Porcaro Leadership isn?t about a job title. It?s about attitude, character, and perspective. Libraries are places to foster community success, and that success starts with us. We all have the capacity to bring change to our personal and professional lives and our social circles by using techniques that effective leaders use. Join JP Porcaro in this presentation on bringing a Make It Happen attitude to our clients, coworkers, and personal friends through emotional intelligence. Bio: JP Porcaro is Head Librarian for Acquisitions and Technological Discovery at the New Jersey City University Guarini Library, and is a candidate for the 2016-17 presidency of the American Library Association. JP was the organizer and founding president of the ALA Games & Gaming Round Table (GameRT) and the ALA Comic Book & Graphic Novel Member Interest group. JP was an ALA Emerging Leader in 2010 and was named a Library Journal Mover & Shaker in 2012. He is a founding member of the ALA Think Tank, social media?s largest space for librarians. JP is also a member of the Advisory Board of the EveryLibrary political action committee, the Social Organizer for Urban Librarians Unite, and an administrator for the Librarian Wardrobe blog. Learn more about JP at his website: http://jpporcaro.com> This year's Michigan Chapter holiday event is generously sponsored by Frost & Sullivan and Automotive World. No-Show Policy: In December 2007, the SLA Michigan Chapter Board instituted a no-show policy. If an attendee RSVPs and indicates they will pay at the door, and then does not attend the meeting, that attendee will be billed for and responsible for the cost. Attendees will have up to 72 hours (three days) prior to a meeting to cancel via phone, e-mail or in writing (unless otherwise noted). In the case of personal emergencies, requests for exceptions will be reviewed by the board. No Cash Policy: In December 2007, the SLA Michigan Chapter Board instituted a no cash policy. Attendees may pay via PayPal. 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Our service boundaries, phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same until further notice. With warm regards, Jessica -- Jessica Keyser, Director Ferndale Public Library 222 East Nine Mile Road Ferndale, MI 48220 (248) 547-6000 (248) 545-5840 fax jkeyser at ferndalepubliclibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From hhibner at plymouthlibrary.org Mon Nov 24 12:58:31 2014 From: hhibner at plymouthlibrary.org (Holly Hibner) Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2014 12:58:31 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Two Intern Positions Open Message-ID: Hello, The Plymouth District Library has two Library Science Student Intern positions open. One is for an Adult/Teen Internship with a focus on Teen Services and the other is for an Adult/Youth Internship with a focus on your choice of Adult or Youth Services. Please note that you must be currently enrolled in a library and/or information science program to be eligible. Attached are the job posts. 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Our service boundaries, phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same until further notice. With warm regards, Jessica -- Jessica Keyser, Director Ferndale Public Library 222 East Nine Mile Road Ferndale, MI 48220 (248) 547-6000 (248) 545-5840 fax jkeyser at ferndalepubliclibrary.org _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l From dbearre at inksterlibrary.org Mon Nov 24 14:48:05 2014 From: dbearre at inksterlibrary.org (Denise Bearre) Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2014 14:48:05 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Youth Services Librarian opening Message-ID: There is currently a part time Youth Services Librarian opening at the Leanna Hicks Inkster Public Library. The library is in need of someone for up to 25 hours per week the wage is $15.00 and hour. Please see the attached for more information and an application. 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Please take a look at these postings at: http://bathtownship.us/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=293&Itemid=226 The Bath Township Library Center opened in October 2013 as the first public library entity our township has ever had.?? Under the tutelage of our splendid? departing manager, our little library has come a long way in just over a year.? Now we need creative, dedicated staff who will continue current services and design programs to take the Library Center into the future. Refer to the township for questions . Linda NeelyBath Township Library Committee ? -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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With warm regards, Jessica -- Jessica Keyser, Director Ferndale Public Library 222 East Nine Mile Road Ferndale, MI 48220 (248) 547-6000 (248) 545-5840 fax jkeyser at ferndalepubliclibrary.org -- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180 Fax: 248-628-6109 http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org ?Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.? Margaret Fuller 1810-1850 Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon From BiggsThomasD at michigan.gov Tue Nov 25 00:06:47 2014 From: BiggsThomasD at michigan.gov (BiggThomas, Deb (MDE)) Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2014 05:06:47 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] Breakfast & Program at Gale (Farmington Hills): Your Invitation! In-Reply-To: <2376f5a758364e47b3b94728d62ef5e0@BN1PR09MB0225.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> References: <2376f5a758364e47b3b94728d62ef5e0@BN1PR09MB0225.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Message-ID: <7990058E-8D34-4CC1-B2AC-D0A51F6188F3@michigan.gov> Don't forget to register for the December 5th breakfast and program at Gale in Farmington Hills; please see details below! Kind regards and Happy Thanksgiving! Deb ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join Gale and the Library of Michigan for an inspirational event on library leadership! Join us on December 5 from 8:30AM-10:30AM for breakfast and a speaker that will make you think differently about advocacy, leadership, and relationships. Location Gale, Cengage Learning 27500 Drake Rd. Farmington Hills, MI 48331 Schedule 8:30 -9:00 Continental Breakfast 9:00-9:45 Speaker Presentation 9:45-10:00 What About Gale? 10:00-10:30 Questions and Raffle By shifting our attitudes, we have the capacity to move mountains in our daily lives. Join Gale and the Library of Michigan as we welcome JP Porcaro - a candidate for the ALA 2016-17 presidency - as he talks about the power that "effective positivity" plays in all aspects of our work: library advocacy, leadership and management, building and maintaining relationships, and facilitating change. JP Porcaro is Head Librarian for Acquisitions and Technological Discovery at the New Jersey City University Guarini Library. He was the organizer and founding president of the ALA Games & Gaming Round Table (GameRT) and the ALA Comic Book & Graphic Novel Member Interest group. JP also served as a founding member of the ALA Think Tank (social media's largest space for librarians), a member of the Advisory Board of the EveryLibrary political action committee and the Social Organizer for Urban Librarians Unite, and an administrator for the Librarian Wardrobe blog. Click here to register and reserve your spot today! D. B. Thomas, MA AMLS MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-373-4466 [LMSigforEmail] Visit MeL at: http://mel.org and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries and how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ and watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. _______________________________________________ Mi-acad-dirs mailing list Mi-acad-dirs at mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/mi-acad-dirs -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: image003.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 22165 bytes Desc: image003.jpg URL: From mitchelld at mcls.org Tue Nov 25 11:31:49 2014 From: mitchelld at mcls.org (Diana Mitchell) Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2014 11:31:49 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Books 24X7 Special Offer for Public Libraries Message-ID: Public Library Members: MCLS has been working with Skillsoft for a possible shared group purchase to Books 24x7 IT and Desktop Videos ? On demand Streaming Videos. ?Comprehensive collections of premium reference content in a fully searchable database. Learners have full access to the complete unabridged content of more than 31,000 online books, complemented by streaming videos and reports, spanning a wide variety of subjects". The Offer Includes Books24x7 Public Library Bundle Shared cost Site License 1-year license with multi-year discounts available Product Sheet Attached. Price example: with an aggregate total of 2,000,000 population served, the bundle is only $34,512 for a 1-year license and a Site License (further discounts available for a multi-year license) If 10 libraries participate, the cost would be $3,451 per library If 8 libraries participate, the cost would be $4,314 per library If 5 libraries participate, the cost would be $6,902 per library __________________________________________________________ Upgrade and add 9,000 IT & Desktop instructional videos (attached)- perfect for public library patrons. Total cost of $45,230 Shared cost Site License 1-year license with multi-year discounts available If 10 libraries participate, the cost would be $4,523 per library If 8 libraries participate, the cost would be $5,654 per library If 5 libraries participate, the cost would be $9,046 per library The special offer is valid through December 31, 2014. Please contact services at mcls.org if you?re interested in participating, or if you would like to sign up for a 30-day trial. Diana Mitchell mitchelld at mcls.org Manager of Member Services Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 1407 Rensen Street, Suite 1 Lansing, MI 48910 PH: 800-530-9019 Ex: 112 Mobile: 517-927-0101 Fax: 517-492-3808 http://www.mcls.org MCLS - Partnerships. Solutions. Excellence. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Join the Denver Public Library Commission and staff as they work to make this mission a reality for their city. The eight-member Library Commission seeks an energetic and enthusiastic leader to serve as City Librarian for the City and County of Denver and build on its outstanding program of services and collaboration-and achieve even greater levels of excellence and community participation. Library staff (530.75 FTEs) and 1,748 volunteers (50 FTEs) serve the 664,293 citizens of Denver with a budget of $40.3 million and 25 locations, including the iconic Central Library, with its rich special collections and resources, the Blair-Caldwell African-American Research Library, 23 other city branches, and an active bookmobile and outreach program. In 2013 DPL welcomed more than 4.3 million visitors, circulated over 9.8 million items, saw a 37% increase in eBook downloads, conducted technology classes for over 7,900 attendees, and worked with more than 41,000 children in the DPL Summer of Reading program. The Library enjoys strong financial support from the City of Denver, as well as from foundations, business organizations, individuals, and the Denver Public Library Friends Foundation. Healthy, Active, Innovative, Culturally Diverse. and with a winning football team-that's how people typically describe the Denver area. With 300 days of sunshine, a thriving cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and natural beauty, Denver is a spectacular city. Located at the base of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Denver's stunning architecture, award-winning dining, and unparalleled views are all here, year-round. Denver is the 23rd most populous city in the U.S. with 2.7 million people in the metro area. For more about the Library, the City, and Denver's many cultural, educational, and recreational amenities, see Denver Links . Responsibilities: The City Librarian works with the Library Commission and staff to develop long-term plans and directions for the Library program and services for an increasingly multicultural and multilingual population; plans and directs the overall operations and management of the Library; provides effective team development and leadership to the staff; works collaboratively with City elected and appointed leaders; and works in partnership with civic organizations, agencies, and elected officials at the state and national level. The City Librarian functions with a strong latitude for independent action within the scope of organizational policy set by the Commission. See City Librarian for the complete job description. Qualifications: An MLS from an ALA-accredited program and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in upper-level administrative/managerial roles in a library serving an urban population; or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the requirements of the position. Essential attributes include excellent interpersonal and communication/listening skills; ability to create and implement a shared vision of excellent library service; skill in leading a diverse team of library professionals in setting and achieving goals; a thorough knowledge of financial management and budgeting; collaboration and consensus-building skills; and a solid understanding of philosophy and trends in the library and information technology fields, with the ability to effectively apply them locally. Experience at the senior executive level in an urban public library, an advanced degree in business, public administration or a similar field, and success reporting to a policy-making board or commission are highly desirable. Compensation: The starting salary range is $130,000-160,000 with a competitive benefits package . For further information inquire by email or phone to Bradbury Associates/ Gossage Sager Associates . To start the application process, send a cover letter and current resume as Word or PDF documents to Dan Bradbury . This position closes January 4, 2014. Jobeth Bradbury Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates 4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805 Kansas City, MO 64111 816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office) Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest updates! -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Applications must be postmarked by Friday, January 16, 2015. Go to http://foml.org/foml-merit-award/ for more information and an application form. Paul Snyder, President Friends of Michigan Libraries (FOML) -- Linda Pierce Administrative Specialist Kettering Library Phone: (810) 762-9840 Fax: (810) 762-9744 1700 University Avenue ~ Flint, MI 48504 Kettering University -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jdye at detroitpubliclibrary.org Tue Nov 25 14:28:54 2014 From: jdye at detroitpubliclibrary.org (Jennifer Dye) Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2014 14:28:54 -0500 (EST) Subject: [Michlib-l] presentation on IWW rebels Joe Hill and Elizabeth Gurley Flynn, December 2, at WSU In-Reply-To: <2012665053.2400402.1416943731272.JavaMail.zimbra@detroitpubliclibrary.org> Message-ID: <853775723.2400405.1416943734833.JavaMail.zimbra@detroitpubliclibrary.org> This look at union history will treat both the past and the present. Dr. Francis Shor of the WSU Department of History will present Re:Collecting Past Radicals and Rebels: The Resonance of Resistance and the Persistence of Injustice Tuesday, December 2, 4:30 p.m. Reuther Conference Room, 2nd Floor Walter P. Reuther Library 3401 Cass Avenue Detroit, MI 48202 This illustrated presentation will explore the role of IWW rebels Joe Hill and Elizabeth Gurley Flynn, not only highlighting the meaning of their radicalism to their times, but also recognizing how their work (and the persistence of social injustices) helped to inspire free speech, civil rights, and resistance movements through the 1960s and into our own times with the Occupy Wall Street movement. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. This event is sponsored by the Reuther Library and the University Library System. Donations will be accepted at the event to increase access, awareness, and digitization of the Industrial Workers of the World Records held in the Reuther Library. More information at 313-577-4024 / to casey.westerman at wayne.edu / reuther.wayne.edu I have a pdf of the flyer that I will gladly forward to anyone interested. Jennifer Dye Librarian Parkman Branch Detroit Public Library 1766 Oakman Blvd. Detroit, MI 48238 jdye at detroitpubliclibrary.org 313-481-1811 (reference desk) 313-481-1819 (workroom) From AltS at mcls.org Wed Nov 26 08:28:49 2014 From: AltS at mcls.org (Susan Alt) Date: Wed, 26 Nov 2014 08:28:49 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] MeL and RIDES help desk closing Message-ID: MCLS offices will be closed Thursday November 27 and Friday November 28 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The MeL & RIDES help desk and support staff will be not be available, although we will be monitoring the servers for urgent issues. You may still report issues or questions as follows: MeLCat: melcathelp at mcls.org MeL Databases: meldatabaseshelp at mcls.org RIDES: http://mcls.org/rideshelp Happy Thanksgiving! Sue Sue Alt RIDES Coordinator MeLCat Support Specialist Midwest Collaborative for Library Services 800-530-9019 ext 143 alts at mcls.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From somedayangeline at gmail.com Wed Nov 26 10:44:07 2014 From: somedayangeline at gmail.com (Angela Semifero) Date: Wed, 26 Nov 2014 10:44:07 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Full-Time Librarian Job Posting, Marshall District Library Message-ID: Hello All, We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative librarian to join our Public Services Department! Please find the position description below. AVAILABLE POSITION: Full-time Librarian, Public Services WORK SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours PAY RATE: $16.22 per hour with merit increases; benefits include pro-rated health insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays JOB SUMMARY: The Full-Time Librarian, Public Services provides library services to patrons of all ages, with a primary focus on youth services and early childhood development. These services include: delivery of reference, information and reader?s advisory services for patrons of all ages, collection development, program development, display creation, publicity material development, outreach, and use of library technology to meet the needs of the community served. REQUIREMENTS: ALA/MLIS with public library experience preferred. Students currently enrolled in a graduate program of library and information studies may be considered for the position at a lower starting pay rate. Experience working with children required. Demonstrated expertise in early literacy and child development preferred. The position requires a commitment to customer service excellence, excellent oral and written communication skills, expertise with computer technology and an understanding of its potential in providing high quality library services. The successful candidate must have the ability to organize multiple assignments and to work independently. The position requires demonstrated initiative and a creative approach to attaining departmental goals. Additionally to perform the essential functions of the position, an individual will be required to maintain a physical condition necessary for sitting, walking, and/or standing for long periods of time; lifting or carrying light to moderately heavy objects; operating assigned equipment, including computers. APPLY: Submit resume with cover letter providing details of relevant experience to: Angela Semifero, Library Director, Marshall District Library, 124 W. Green Street, Marshall, MI 49068. Electronic submissions to: SemiferoA at MarshallDistrictLibrary.org DEADLINE: Application materials will be accepted through 5:30 pm on Wednesday, December 10, 2014. PLEASE NOTE: All candidates will be notified of our decision by mail or phone within 4-6 weeks after the application deadline date. We ask that no inquiries be made about the status of your application during this period. -- Angela Semifero Library Director Marshall District Library 124 W. Green St. Marshall, MI 49068 (269)781-7821x11 semiferoa at marshalldistrictlibrary.org From hopkinslibrary at hotmail.com Wed Nov 26 12:59:28 2014 From: hopkinslibrary at hotmail.com (natalie bazan) Date: Wed, 26 Nov 2014 12:59:28 -0500 Subject: [Michlib-l] Free envelopes Message-ID: Yes after cleaning out the back room a bit I now have 3 large boxes of slightly used padded envelopes that need new homes. Amazing MeL packing envelops, great for crafts and parties.... wait, that last part might not be true. Anyway, free to first responders (and please include your MeL code). Thank you and have a fantastic Thanksgiving! Natalie Bazan MA, MLIS Library Director Hopkins District Library Dorr Township Library 118 E. Main St. 1804 Sunset Dr Hopkins, MI 49328 Dorr, MI 49323 269-793-7516 616-681-9678 http://hopkins.llcoop.org http://dorrlibrary.michlibrary.org http://sharing.michlibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From knoxs at cadl.org Wed Nov 26 13:30:48 2014 From: knoxs at cadl.org (Knox,Sheryl Cormicle) Date: Wed, 26 Nov 2014 18:30:48 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] FW: Benchmark for Bandwidth? In-Reply-To: <435A048E2CEC3D408A4055DC425A05D301C469EAD70D@EXVMBX016-3.exch016.msoutlookonline.net> References: <7063A1A22368934F8143B9EB482FB91FAA377AF4@EROS.cadl.org> <435A048E2CEC3D408A4055DC425A05D301C469EAD70D@EXVMBX016-3.exch016.msoutlookonline.net> Message-ID: <7063A1A22368934F8143B9EB482FB91FAA37D0E0@EROS.cadl.org> Thank you to Garret and to Eric Frederick of Connect Michigan (see below) for replies to my question. Eric referenced the Digital Edge initiative benchmark. Looks like that target is "Each public Internet user is allocated at least 500 Kbps upload and 1 Mbps download of network bandwidth capacity". Just dealing with the download speed aspect, meeting that benchmark with a 1Gbps Internet connection, would mean you could have 1,000 simultaneous Internet users. That seems a little crazy. So let's move the benchmark up to 5 Mbps of download bandwidth per user (NetFlix recommends this for streaming HD quality video). A 1Gbps Internet connection would serve 200 users simultaneously maxing out their bandwidth allotment. If you are still reading this, I understand the idea of aspiring to bandwidth at levels where you don't even have to consider it as a realistic limiting factor in doing anything. But in a practical 'bang for the buck' world, I'm still looking for a way to calculate what I should buy at the top end to provide a high quality service when you get down to the desktop level. The fact is, you can do simple calculations assuming peak number of users at peak capacity, but in reality, use is very spiky. Does the following approach make sense--Decide on a level of capacity you'd like to provide at the desktop level, say 5 Mbps. Pare that down to a lower 'average' level that accounts for the reality that not all of your simultaneous users are streaming NetFlix at HD levels (what is that magic factor?) Multiply that modified average Mbps by your maximum number of simultaneous users (patron computers + wifi users + staff users) Enough for now. I need to prepare my turkey... -Sheryl From: Frederick, Eric [mailto:efrederick at connectmi.org] Sent: Wednesday, November 26, 2014 10:59 AM To: Knox,Sheryl Cormicle Subject: RE: Benchmark for Bandwidth? Hi Sheryl, Sorry for the delay, I am on paternity leave. Here is some information from our Chief Policy Counsel that might help. For the E-rate program, the FCC has adopted bandwidth "targets" for public libraries. These are not *required* for E-rate funding, but the FCC will be using it to measure and judge the effectiveness of the E-rate program. These targets were proposed by the American Library Association. For public libraries that serve less than 50,000 population, the target is 100 Mbps For public libraries that serve a population of 50,000 or greater, the target is 1 Gbps The library "service area" is defined by reference to the IMLS Public Libraries in the United States database, http://www.imls.gov/research/public_libraries_in_the_united_states_survey.aspx (wherein every library reports the population of their service area). For schools, the "short-term" benchmark is 100 Mbps for each 1,000 users (students and staff) and in the "long term" it is 1 Gbps for each 1,000 users (student and staff). Those are the FCC E-rate targets - relatively simplistic but a useful starting point. For a more sophisticated approach based on number of user terminals etc., the ALA -funded Digital Edge project established some benchmarks as well. http://www.libraryedge.org/benchmarks/organizational-management/devices-and-bandwidth It is my understanding that the ALA based their 100 Mbps/1 Gbps recommendation based on the Edge benchmarks. Eric Frederick, AICP, LEED AP Executive Director, Connect Michigan Fellow, Prima Civitas Foundation 517-994-8024 - mobile From: Knox,Sheryl Cormicle [mailto:knoxs at cadl.org] Sent: Friday, November 21, 2014 1:29 PM To: Frederick, Eric Subject: FW: Benchmark for Bandwidth? Hi Eric. Does this ring any bells? Do you have any pointers? From: Knox,Sheryl Cormicle Sent: Friday, November 21, 2014 1:11 PM To: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: Benchmark for Bandwidth? Looks like the E-Rate program is going to have more money available than ever before to subsidize broadband access. The FCC is poised to raise the cap another $1.5 billion/year, from 2.4 billion to 3.9 billion. And there's another $2 billion in play for the next couple years form 'leftovers' and due to changes being made in the program. So $5.9 billion. Those of us at the workshop at LM yesterday are 'locked and loaded' to make best use of that. And it got me thinking about what is a good, target bandwidth to aspire to? Is there a formula? The NYT article above about the cap increase references a 'rule of thumb' for schools in the near term of "100MB of Internet bandwidth per 1,000 students" and in the longer term 1GB per 1,000 students. Is anyone familiar with a similar 'rule of thumb' or benchmark for libraries? Such a benchmark would have a lot of caveats, for sure. Maybe you have an internal performance goal for bandwidth to the patron desktop you'd like to share? _____________________________________ Sheryl Cormicle Knox, Technology Director Capital Area District Libraries - Administration 401 S. Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 48901-7919 517-367-6347 | knoxs at cadl.org cadl.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From ReishK at michigan.gov Wed Nov 26 14:23:22 2014 From: ReishK at michigan.gov (Reish, Karren (MDE)) Date: Wed, 26 Nov 2014 19:23:22 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] New Funding Available for Programs that Serve Disconnected Youth In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1417029802256.66193@michigan.gov> FYI for those looking for funding for programs for underserved youth. There will be an explanatory webinar on Monday, Dec. 1st. See more detail at the blog post below. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator reishk at michigan.gov 517-241-0021 www.michigan.gov/lsta www.michigan.gov/mcfb ________________________________ From: IMLS News Sent: Wednesday, November 26, 2014 1:56 PM Subject: New IMLS Blog Post: New Funding Available for Programs that Serve Disconnected Youth To view this message in a browser, please click here. [IMLS logo] November 26, 2014 -- New Blog Post from UpNext: The IMLS Blog New Funding Available for Programs that Serve Disconnected Youth Learn more at Performance Partnership Pilot webinar on December 1st. Read full post online at http://blog.imls.gov/?p=5407. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 35,000 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. 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Happy Thanksgiving, Jackie ************************************************** ********************* Jacqueline Skinner http://www.otsego.lib.mi.us Public Services Librarian jskinner at otsego.org Otsego County Library (989) 732-5841 700 South Otsego Avenue (989) 732-9401 FAX Gaylord, Michigan 49735 ************************************************** ********************* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From BorrelliE at michigan.gov Wed Nov 26 16:38:21 2014 From: BorrelliE at michigan.gov (Borrelli, Eunice (MDE)) Date: Wed, 26 Nov 2014 21:38:21 +0000 Subject: [Michlib-l] =?windows-1252?q?MeL_Minute_=96_CultureGrams=99?= In-Reply-To: <38cc244e38ee45a093618c4cd144a595@DM2PR09MB0573.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> References: <38cc244e38ee45a093618c4cd144a595@DM2PR09MB0573.namprd09.prod.outlook.com> Message-ID: <71CAA058-F026-4FD4-B86E-C560D3F3D96A@michigan.gov> Hello all, If you were to guess, how many countries in addition to the United States do you think have a Thanksgiving holiday? How would you go about finding this information quickly and accurately? Would it surprise you to discover that the list includes Croatia, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland, and Liberia? The MeL Database CultureGrams? found in the alphabetic list of databases, the Kids Gateway Homework Helpers, and Teens Gateway Homework Help, is a treasure trove of this and many other facts and information about countries throughout the world, the United States, and Canadian provinces. Search for ?Thanksgiving? and see what tidbits of cultural information you find. Bon App?tit! Michigan residents or Michigan library access only. MeL Minutes are brought to you by the Library of Michigan. Want more information on MeL? Stay tuned for next week?s MeL Minute available on many Michigan library listservs, email us at contact at mel.org or visit mel.org . We encourage you to share MeL Minutes with your public service colleagues. Eunice Eunice C. Borrelli, Michigan eLibrary Internet Librarian Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4996 Toll Free: 877.479.0021 Fax: 517.373.5700 The Library of Michigan is pleased to share a new video series highlighting Michigan libraries & how they are making a difference in their communities. To experience Michigan libraries in a new light, visit http://brightside.cedam.info/ & watch the 21st Century Libraries episode. Invest in a child?s future today. Support the MDE Culture of Reading. www.michigan.gov/cultureofreading -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The presentation and talk will be on Tuesday, December 2, 2014, starting at 6:30pm. Refreshments will be served. (Please check out our event information flier @ http://on.fb.me/1vmhB5X [1]) We hope very much to see you then! For more information, please contact us at 734-878-3888 or visit our website at http://www.pinckneylibrary.org [2]. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Sincerely, Hope Siasoco, Library Director Pinckney Community Public Library 125 Putnam St. Pinckney, MI 48169 Tel: 734-878-3888 Fax: 734-878-2907 http://www.pinckneylibrary.org Links: ------ [1] http://on.fb.me/1vmhB5X [2] http://www.pinckneylibrary.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Go to https://register.athensams.net/vhs/ and sign up for a MyAthens account today! Library website is http://vaww.detroit.med.va.gov/Services/Resources/Library/jddvamc_librar y_main.html VHA National Desktop Library http://www.va.gov/LIBRARY Library hours are 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, Room C3938 -----Original Message----- From: michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces at mcls.org] On Behalf Of Holly Hibner Sent: Monday, November 24, 2014 12:59 PM To: michlib-l at mcls.org Subject: [EXTERNAL] [Michlib-l] Two Intern Positions Open Hello, The Plymouth District Library has two Library Science Student Intern positions open. One is for an Adult/Teen Internship with a focus on Teen Services and the other is for an Adult/Youth Internship with a focus on your choice of Adult or Youth Services. Please note that you must be currently enrolled in a library and/or information science program to be eligible. Attached are the job posts. 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Participants will practice storytelling and come away equipped and inspired to record family stories to be enjoyed for generations to come. Questions will be taken after the presentation. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged by calling 586-752-0603 (Option 4 at the phone menu) but not required. A file of the program flyer is enclosed (PDF) for printing copies for posting or distribution, if desired. Sincerely, Dominic McLaughlin Adult Services Librarian Romeo District Library -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Memoir-Writing Workshop.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 1173805 bytes Desc: not available URL: