October 2013 - Michlib-l

Young Authors' Festival and Writing Contest at Univ. of Michigan-Dearborn
by Barbara Kriigel 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Help celebrate Henry Ford's 150th birthday! The College of Education, Health, and Human Services and the Mardigian Library at the University of Michigan-Dearborn are sponsoring a Young Authors' Festival and Writing Contest. The festival's theme is "Henry's Dream." The Writing Contest is for children in grades 4, 5, and 6. The contest theme is: "What are your dreams for your future? How do you plan to reach your dreams?" One winner from each grade will receive a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card, and the grand prize winner will receive a $100 Barnes & Noble gift card. Details and contest rules can be found at: http://library.umd.umich.edu/events/YAF/ The Young Authors' Festival will be held Saturday, November 23, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. until noon at the University of Michigan Dearborn's Mardigian Library. Carol Hagen and Matt Faulkner, author and illustrator of "The Night Henry Ford Met Santa," will talk to children about writing and illustrating a book. Faculty and pre-service teachers will lead break-out sessions with activities along with tips and techniques for writing and supporting children in their writing. Original art work from Matt Faulkner, along with art work from other illustrators, will be on display. Ms. Hagen and Mr. Faulkner, both from Michigan, will be available for autographs. Copies of "The Night Henry Ford Met Santa" will be available for purchase. The event is FREE and open to the public. Details and registration can be found at: http://library.umd.umich.edu/events/YAF/ Light refreshments provided! *The University of Michigan-Dearborn does not necessarily endorse speakers’ views.* * * *Anyone requiring accommodations under the provisions of the ADA should contact Sue Flannery at 313-593-5236 or sasbury(a)umich.edu prior to Nov. 1, 2013 to allow time for arrangements to be made.* * * *Partial support provided by: the Mardigian Library; the College of Education, Health, and Human Services; the Office of Metropolitan Impact; and Barnes & Noble.*

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Conservation and Collections Care Camp on Nov. 20
by Driedger, Kevin (MDE) 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

The Michigan Collections Network will be hosting a Conservation and Collections Care Camp at MSU library on Nov. 20 from 10 to 4. People with interest and responsibilities in caring for our physical collections are welcome to attend and encouraged to participate and present. Current presentations include such topics: treating a county atlas, building a quick custom, cardboard, clamshell box, managing conservation without a conservator, creating and using an DIY humidity chamber to flatten documents and more... All participants will be encouraged, but not required, to present something from their own efforts to care for their collections. Presentations from 5 to 45 minutes are welcome. There may be a small cost to help cover lunch. Registration is limited to 40. You can register at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZB7BBSY If you have any questions please contact Kevin Driedger driedgerk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:driedgerk@michigan.gov> or Eric Alstrom alstrom(a)msu.edu<mailto:alstrom@msu.edu> Kevin ^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v Kevin Driedger Librarian for Conservation and Digitization Library of Michigan P.O. Box 30007 702 W. Kalamazoo Lansing, MI 48913 517-373-9440 driedgerk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:driedgerk@michigan.gov> www.facebook.com/conservation.at.lm<http://www.facebook.com/conservation.at.lm> www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan>

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ALA Declaration to the Right for Libraries Available at MLA
by Trish Burns 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Good morning! For those of you who are attending the MLA Conference in Lansing this week, please stop at the MLA booth in the Exhibits Hall where you can sign the Declaration and pick up a copy of your own to take to your home library.

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2014 Loleta Fyan Small/Rural Libraries Conference Award Nominations are here!
by natalie bazan 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Good Morning Everyone!As we all prepare for the Michigan Library Association's Annual Conference starting this evening, we would like you to start thinking about nominating that special library, librarian, and Trustees/Friends for the 2014 Loleta Fyan Small/Rural Libraries Conference for the following awards: Outstanding Small/Rural Librarian Award: Recognizes a librarian who is an outstanding leader in the profession. The Librarian of the Conference has made a significant contribution to his/her library and has invested him/herself in efforts to bring about positive change in the small/rural library community. This award goes to an individual currently employed in a Michigan library. Trustee/Friend Award: Given to a Trustee or Friend of a small or rural library for distinguished service to rural library development on the local, state, regional or national level. Patron Services Award: Recognizes a librarian from a small or rural library who has made significant contributions to and a positive impact on library service to patrons through outstanding program(s) or services. And again this year we are have the pleasure to recognize one library through an award sponsored by the Roger and June Mendel Fund! The Small/Rural Library Excellence Award is a cash award of $1000 given to the Michigan Small and/or Rural Library that exemplifies excellence in customer service and community involvement. I have attached the nomination forms and for the first time, you can submit your applications electronically. Please see submission forms for more details. Thank you, Natalie Bazan MA, MLIS Library Director Hopkins District Library 118 E. Main St. Hopkins, MI 49328 269-793-7516 http://hopkins.llcoop.org http://sharing.michlibrary.org

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Book Budgets
by Jim Flury 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Plenty of food for thought here... http://www.americanlibrariesmagazine.org/article/how-low-can-our-book-budge… Jim Jim Flury Technical Services Manager The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248-536-3100 x133 Fax 248-536-3098 jflury(a)tln.lib.mi.us

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Library Programs Based in Branson, MO touring Michigan Libraries in 2014
by Live Tribute Productions 14 Oct '13

14 Oct '13

*Abe Lincoln, Mark Twain and the Civil War** Programs * * AND * *Elvis, Neil Diamond, Johnny Cash, Dean Martin and many more* *Touring Michigan Libraries in 2014* We have received travel grants to perform this program in your area. If your library can host one of our programs during 2014 the cost has been reduced to half the regular price. Ask how you can also receive additional discounts for multiple presentations in your library system. Endorsed by 100's of Library Directors Across the Country. *Abe Lincoln , Mark Twain and the Civil War.* Lincoln and Twain both appear live on stage in this nationally acclaimed program. *Music Americana: * Elvis, Dean Martin, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Conway Twitty, Neil Diamond and other take the stage in this tribute to American Pop Music. Based in Branson, MO with performances in 44 states. Visit the website for references from libraries across the country. For details, references and video clips go here: http://www.bransonsuperstars.com/nonmusicshows/twaincivilwarprogram.html Details: http://www.bransonsuperstars.com/nonmusicshows.html or http://www.bransonsuperstars.com/home.html References: http://www.bransonsuperstars.com/nonmusicshows/referencelist.html Lincoln Video clips: http://www.bransonsuperstars.com/home/lincolnvideoclips.html Twain Video clips: http://www.bransonsuperstars.com/home/twainvideoclips.html Elvis and other clips: http://www.bransonsuperstars.com/home/elvisvideoclips.html Call 800-358-4795 to schedule a program Thanks, Dave Ehlert Live Tribute Productions Branson Superstars Theatre P.O. 1553 Branson, MO 65615 Theatre 800-358-4795 Cell 417-527-1100

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Oklahoma Correctional Institute
by BEL Deb Jones 14 Oct '13

14 Oct '13

Hello All - I received a phone call from Troy Haskell at OCI, Oklahoma Correctional Institute/Industries, 405-527-0832, (he is sending me an email with all the information) and he offered to digitize our HS yearbooks for FREE, and pay postage both ways. I Googled the phone number and organization and called one of the references at the Weatherford Public Library, TX. All good!! Of course - if it's too good to be true Has anyone been approached by this organization? Has anyone heard of this organization? Has anyone used their services? He said that they want the publicity for their inmates and hope by doing yearbooks for libraries and non-profits, that they may get paid work digitizing other materials in the future. Thank you for your response. Deb. Deborah L. Jones, Director Alvah N. Belding Memorial Library 302 E Main Street Belding MI 48809 P 616.7941450 F 616.794.3510 www.belding.michlibrary.org This institution is an equal opportunity provider, and employer. A truly great library contains something in it to offend everyone. - Jo Godwin

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Advanced E-rate Deadline to Register is Oct 21
by White, Shannon (MDE) 14 Oct '13

14 Oct '13

The deadline to register for the upcoming Advanced E-rate Training session is October 21. To register, please visit: http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/showcourse.asp?40 Registration is $30 per person. This includes refreshments, lunch and class material. The training will be held on Tuesday, October 29 from 8:45-4:30 at the Library of Michigan. The 2013 Advanced E-rate Training will cover any updates provided by the SLD during their Fall Training Workshops. Attendees will also focus on procurement and the Form 471 along with other information needed to submit an application during the application window. Provided that the online Form 470 and 471 Training site is available, attendees will also review how to complete and file the Form 470 and the Form 471 online. This workshop will be a follow up to the Basic E-rate Workshop held in June and will focus on higher-level issues that are encountered during the application and review processes. Beginners are also welcome but should review the SLD web site<http://www.usac.org/sl/> before attending to familiarize themselves with the terminology and the application processes. Linda Schatz will lead the workshop and share information and program insights to help libraries successfully apply for E-rate funds. Registration for this workshop is limited to staff members of Michigan libraries. 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(a)michigan.gov<mailto:whites29@michigan.gov> http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan

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Re: [Michlib-l] Toner Mishap ---Toner Gone
by Lisa Cromell 14 Oct '13

14 Oct '13

Thanks! -- Lisa M. Cromell Library Director Munising School Public Library 810 State Hwy M-28 W, Suite A Munising, MI 49862 906-387-2125

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LM4X is back
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 14 Oct '13

14 Oct '13

The Library of Michigan's Quarterly newsletter, LM4X, is back in production. It is in email format and will cover news of interest to libraries of all types across Michigan. The Table of Contents for the first issue is tentatively scheduled as: * LM4X Is Back! * News from Nancy: State Librarian's Column * Michigan Rails Conference * Michigan Reads! * The Affordable Care Act and Libraries * Michigan Broadband Conference - Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013 * Library of Michigan Partners with Michigan Secretary of State on ExpressSOS * Closing the Collaboration Gap * Library of Michigan Continuing Education * The Michigan eLibrary (MeL) Rocks On! * State Aid Information * Letters About Literature In order to receive the newsletter you'll need to be signed up for it. If you were previously signed up to receive notification of the email there is no further step you need to take. If your email address has changed or you'd like to start receiving it as a new subscriber now, please go to: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/subscriber/new and sign up. The first issue is scheduled to be released later this month. Sonya Schryer Norris Library Consultant and Plinkit Coordinator Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48915-1609 517-373-4457 fax: 517-373-5700 http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan http://www.mel.org<http://www.mel.org/> http://www.michlibrary.org<http://www.michlibrary.org/>

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