November 2013 - Michlib-l

MI Virtual Reference Conference: Call for Proposals
by Kate Pittsley 12 Dec '13

12 Dec '13

MI Virtual Reference Conference: Call for Proposals Michigan Virtual Reference Conference Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Research Help Now VR Cooperative April 25, 2014 Eastern Michigan University Library Ypsilanti, Michigan Proposals due : Fri day, December 6, 2013 The Michigan Virtual Reference Conference is a one-time, one-day conference exploring all aspects of virtual reference services in libraries. The conference is being held in honor of the 10th anniversary of the Michigan Research Help Now Collaborative, and is co-sponsored by Research Help Now and the Eastern Michigan University Library. Share your ideas about or expertise in virtual reference by submitting session proposals to be considered for presentation. Proposals should be on a topic related to virtual reference, including chat, email, SMS, or other ways to provide research advice to remote students. Suggested topics include but are not limited to: * techniques for successful VR interactions * assessment of VR effectiveness or user satisfaction * exploration of VR technologies * outreach and marketing of VR * comparison of different VR modes * VR best practices and service quality * usability and user perspectives on VR * instruction and student learning in VR * using VR to connect with specific student populations * VR staffing and training * VR innovations and solutions to common problems * other topics related to providing research advice to students remotely Proposal Details Proposals are submitted online and will be judged in a blind review process by a committee composed of librarians from universities, four-year colleges, and community colleges. Conference slides, papers, and/or supplementary materials will be published on Eastern Michigan University’s Digital Commons online repository. Authors retain copyright and may also publish in other venues. Two types of proposals are solicited: presentations and lightning talks. Presentations: Presentations on virtual reference topics may be lecture format, interactive discussion, speaker panels (up to 4 speakers), or hands-on sessions in computer labs. The time frame for presentations is 50 minutes, including time for questions. Lightning Talks: Short presentations on innovative virtual reference topics that can be quickly shared within 10 minutes. These may be slide presentations or very brief interactive discussions. Conference organizers may group lightning talks together to form a session. Submission: More details on submitting a proposal can be found at: http://guides.emich.edu/vrday-proposals Kate Pittsley Business Librarian, Assoc. Professor Eastern Michigan University Library kate.pittsley(a)emich.edu 734-487-2508 Online Appointment Scheduler - use button under photo here: http://guides.emich.edu/bizhelp

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Detroit Public Library used book sale, Saturday December 7
by Jennifer Dye 27 Nov '13

27 Nov '13

The Friends of the Detroit Public Library used book and media sale will be at the main library (5201 Woodward) 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Saturday, December 7. This is the day of Noel Night, a fantastic street party that stretches along Woodward in midtown. There are special events and opportunities for shopping until very late. Those festivities start in the evening; this sale starts in the afternoon. Parking is available in the staff lot off Putnam all day Saturday. It's a good sale. Lots of books, plus CDs, DVDs, and audio books. Books are always being added from storage, so there's usually still a lot to choose from. Jennifer Dye Librarian Hubbard Branch Detroit Public Library 12929 W. McNichols Detroit, MI 48235 jdye(a)detroitpubliclibrary.org 313-481-1751 (reference desk) 313-481-1750 (workroom)

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Replies to Blog Aggregator question
by Dave Ewick 27 Nov '13

27 Nov '13

Blog Aggregator question with answers From: Dave Ewick dewick(a)southfieldlibrary.org To: michlib-l(a)mail.mcls.org Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2013 2:18:28 PM Subject: Blog Aggregators When Google Reader died I shed a tear or two. I never found another blog aggregator I really liked. Google Reader was so simple to set up and then let run - I just read the items I liked and skipped the rest. Now I find I'm missing out on things I used to keep up with easily and want to start following several blogs again. So, for those of you who read many blogs, what are you using? Any & all suggestions are welcomed. - Dave I've been really happy with Feedly (http://feedly.com) I use it mainly on my phone and iPad. - Matt Church, Director at Berkley Public Library I too was an avid Google Reader fan. I have been using Feedly. I use it on my phone and iPad, as well as my browser on my desktop at work. They have made improvements to make it more like Google Reader. - Erin Schmandt I switched to Feedly. It is easy to use and I like it. - Judy Hauser My favorite is Feedly. I used to use Google Reader as well and it was an easy transition when I had to move the feeds over. - Kathryn Ribant-Payne, Programming Specialist at Sterling Heights Public Library I have substituted theoldreader.com . I don't like the name and it lacks the feature that allows you to just e-mail things, but oh well.... - Gail Powers-Schaub, Library Director at Baker College Great question! I'm curious to hear any suggestions. I started a Feedly account when this unfortunate incident happened. Feedly is adequate, but not great. I've run into a few glitches when trying to subscribe to some of the same sites I subscribed to with Google. In addition, there's some inconsistencies with displaying some images. - Kimberly Schaaf, Librarian at Springfield Twp. Library Yes, I still miss Google Reader, but I had over 250 journals I was keeping up with, so just switched to feedly.com as suggested by Google. I still don't like it as much as reader, but they have fixed some of the more annoying glitches that they had when first started. - Molly Mahony Use feedly! I really enjoy it; it just takes a little bit to get use to. - Vicki Kouchnerkavich, Youth Services Supervisor at Henika District Library (AW) I just started using Blog Lovin', but haven't used it enough yet to decide if I like it or not. – Syntha Green I have seen positive reviews of The Old Reader ( http://theoldreader.com/%20%20%20) . Some other similar tools are Pulse, AOL Reader, Digg Reader, and Flipboard. Hope that is helpful! - Ashley Rosener, Grand Valley State University I tried a bunch and then stuck with Feedly. I don’t like it as much as Google Reader, but what can ya do? I find Twitter is increasingly my go-to site for tracking most social media and blogging activity. Most blogs tweet new posts, and those that don’t should. - Kevin Driedger, Librarian for Conservation and Digitization at Library of Michigan

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Re: [Michlib-l] LEGO Nights
by scrotser-toy＠alleganlibrary.org 27 Nov '13

27 Nov '13

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Staff, Records Specialist (Intern)
by Brank, Jennifer (US - Philadelphia) 27 Nov '13

27 Nov '13

Job Title: Staff, Records Specialist (Intern) Location: New York, San Francisco, Detroit Majors: Pursuing a Master’s Degree in Library Science or related field Deloitte is one of the leading professional services organizations in the United States, specializing in audit, tax, consulting and financial advisory services with clients in more than 20 industries. We provide powerful business solutions to some of the world’s most well-known and respected companies, including more than 75 percent of the Fortune 100. At Deloitte, you can have a rewarding career on every level. In addition to challenging and meaningful work, you’ll have the chance to give back to your community, make a positive impact on the environment, participate in a range of diversity and inclusion initiatives, and find the support, coaching, and training it takes to advance your career. Our commitment to individual choice lets you customize aspects of your career path, your educational opportunities and your benefits. And our culture of innovation means your ideas on how to improve our business and your clients’ will be heard. Visit www.deloitte.com/us/careers<http://www.deloitte.com/us/careers> to learn more about our culture, benefits and opportunities. Internship Program The Deloitte Services LP records management internship provides an introduction to records management. Throughout the program, participants will gain exposure to the professional services industry and topics related to records management. Records Management Technical and Professional Responsibilities: · Gain knowledge of the processes to accurately identify and account for working papers in the records system · Gain an understanding of the process for fulfilling internal client requests for retrieval of client working papers on a timely basis, providing superior service at all times · Gain exposure to the process by which boxes are audited and inventoried · Use discretion to make decisions and will be required to do trouble-shooting and problem solving · Maintain high level of professionalism and ethical standards in communicating with client service professionals at all levels within the organization. Personal and Practice Development: * Take proactive career steps - set goals and career plans with advisor/career counselor * Develop excellent professional oral and written communication skills * Continually develop through our Deloitte Services LP Learning curriculum of eLearning modules and local and national training programs * Support organization and function initiatives Qualifications: * Enrolled or completed Masters of Library Science degree * 0-1 year of prior experience in records management, including records management systems * Strong academic credentials (Minimum GPA of 3.0) * Relevant work experience (e.g., internships, summer positions, school jobs) * Excellent customer service skills, including ability to anticipate needs and multi-task * Strong computer skills * Ability to routinely handle, maneuver & lift file boxes up to 35 pounds to/from Central Files shelves * Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels * Ability to commute to off-site job locations (not the Deloitte office) As used in this document, “Deloitte” means Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Please see www.deloitte.com/us/about<http://www.deloitte.com/us/about> for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Kind regards, Jennifer Jennifer Brank Lead Records Manager | Records Management Deloitte Services, LP 1700 Market Street | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103 | United States Tel/Direct: +1 215 282 1051 | Tel/Mobile +1 267 844 3610 jbrank(a)deloitte.com | www.deloitte.com Please consider the environment before printing. This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message and any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, by you is strictly prohibited. v.E.1

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PS4 & Xbox One Video Games
by Elisabeth Phou 27 Nov '13

27 Nov '13

Hi public librarians, These questions are for any librarians who order video games for their collections. Please respond to me off-list at elisabeth.phou(a)baldwinlib.org. Thank you! 1. Will you start to order PS4 and Xbox One games? 2. Will you stop ordering PS3 and Xbox 360 games? 3. How will you decide which games to order in the new platform? Elisabeth Phou Adult/Teen Services Librarian Baldwin Public Library 300 W. Merrill Ave. Birmingham, MI 48009 248-554-4653

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Massachusetts Job Opportunity
by Christine Hage 27 Nov '13

27 Nov '13

*City of Worcester* *Worcester** Public Library* *HEAD LIBRARIAN POSITION * The City of Worcester, Massachusetts seeks a Head Librarian to administer a library system with holdings of over 1 million items, staff of over 100, seven facilities, mobile services and budget of approximately $4,900,000. Qualifications: Master’s in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) or equivalent and/or MA Board of Library Commissioners approved library school. Experience: Demonstrated supervisory professional experience with talent and organization management in an urban setting. Desirable qualifications include excellent communication, interpersonal and fiscal management skills and working with appointed and elected officials. Worcester is the second largest city in New England, and its area facilities include 13 colleges and universities. To learn more, go to the Worcester Public Library’s website www.worcpublib.org To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume, cover letter and writing sample on or before *Monday, December 16, 2013 to*: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. EOE/AA employer. Position will remain open until filled. *HEAD LIBRARIAN* The Worcester Public Library, one of New England’s largest libraries, is a division of the City of Worcester's Office of the City Manager. The Library's twelve-member Board of Directors appoints and oversees the Head Librarian of the Worcester Public Library. 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. *Essential Job Functions:* *Leadership* · Provides insight and opportunity as City Department Head in all matters of public library access, function, facility and service · Provides the Board of Directors with timely and professional counsel and caution, assuring a dynamic and responsive public library · Influences staff with inspiration, opportunity, expectation and motivation, assuring a high performance and service driven community service · Participates in legislation, professional organizations and other public arenas *Management* · Administers approved budgets; both City and trust funds · Supervises all staff including plans for expansion, reduction and organization responses · Assures timely and appropriate communication to Boards, Volunteers, City Offices, Private and Public entities, and staff concerning library well-being and reporting requirements · Plans for and oversees public library facilities, including mobile and branch sites; including redeployment, shared use, appearance, functionality, safety and service *Financial* · Prepares the annual Library budget for City and State funds according to the strategic plan and directives provided by the City of Worcester's Office of Administration and Finance for presentation to the Board of Directors and the City Council · Prepares the annual fund budget for Library trust funds for approval by the Board of Directors' Committee on Finance. Presents monthly reports to the Committee on Finance and responds to informational requests of the Committee and Board members. · Pursues City or other funding sources to meet strategic plan goals with direction from the Board of Directors · Administers approved annual budgets; monitors receipts and expenditures; oversees grants *Policy, Research and Administration* · Assures talent and organization planning to meet strategic and community goals, including deployment, facilities’ use and operation and overall Library administration · Develops and implements service programs consistent with the Strategic Plan and the purposes of the Library. · Recommends adoption of policies to the Board of Directors · Informs the Board of Directors of changes in State and federal regulations and local political concerns affecting Library operations and articulates Library impact · Maintains partnerships with Library consortia to sustain and expand resources and services · Remains knowledgeable of library trends · Attends professional meetings · Maintains memberships in professional associations *Minimum qualifications:* · Master’s in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) or equivalent and/or Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners approved Library School. · Experience in library work including supervisory experience; certificate of professional librarianship issued by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. · Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate library goals. · Demonstrated professional experience with talent and organization management in an urban setting. · Demonstrated 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. · Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively as a municipal department head. · Experience with a diverse population with multiple inclinations. · Demonstrates responsible and responsive service to staff and patrons. · Demonstrated verbal and written English skills. · Provision of testament to effective interpersonal skills. · Demonstration of effective mentoring for staff, for the development and maintenance of high functioning teams, and for individual staff development and performance management. · Strong experience in fiscal management and investment protocols. · Demonstrated experience with or extensive knowledge about development and vision for libraries. · Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in library management and services, including technology. · Demonstrates experience with planning and implementation. · Ability to present a positive image for the library as a community leader and in professional activities. · Supports intellectual freedom and the ALA code of ethics. · Must be able to travel in a timely manner to meetings, branches, and other City offices. *The statements here are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by the Head Librarian and are not to be considered an exhaustive list of skills and abilities that may be required to perform this job.* *The Worcester Public Library makes every effort to support ALA’s “Core Competences of* *Librarianship” as approved and adopted as policy by the ALA Council, January 27**th **2009 and as* *an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, values diversity and aims to have its* *workforce reflect the community.* To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume, cover letter and writing sample on or before Monday, December 16, 2013 to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. EOE/AA employer. Position will remain open until filled. --

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Lake Effects Webinar: Free NLM Resources for Community College Librarians
by Irene Williams 26 Nov '13

26 Nov '13

Hello All, The National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM) is focusing our outreach to community college librarians. The Greater Midwest Region will be offering one hour webinars on the Free Environmental, Consumer Health and Emergency Resources/Databases offered by the National Library of Medicine. *Register*: http://nnlm.gov/training/schedule/index.html?_prefs=%2Fgmr%2Ftraining&go=Y&… *Date/Time: * Thurs. December 12th 2013 1:00-2:00pm Central Time *Presenters:* Ruth Holst, Associate Director (NN/LM GMR) and Irene Williams, Network Services Coordinator (NN/LM GMR) The first session will focus on Consumer Health Resources and Pubmed. Each webinar offered will be free of charge. Irene -- Irene Williams Network Services Coordinator/Docline NN/LM GMR University of Illinois @ Chicago Library of the Health Sciences 1750 W. Polk St. (M/C 763) Chicago, IL 60612 1-800-338-7657 (in region) (312) 996-8996 Skype: irenwill

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Leader's Book Discussion Club
by James Pletz 26 Nov '13

26 Nov '13

Hello, The Library Network (TLN) is pleased to announce the FY 2014 schedule for the Leader's Book Discussion Club. Everyone is invited to attend. Online registration ($10 per discussion) will be available at the TLN website in December. Locations for the 1 PM discussions are as follows: January 22 Berkley Public Library The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything in Business by Patrick Lencioni March 26 Romulus Public Library Title to be announced May 28 Salem-South Lyon District Library Take the Stairs: 7 Steps to Achieving True Success by Rory Vaden July 23 Novi Public Library Regeneration: A Manifesto for America's Next Leaders by Rebecca Ryan September 24 Melvindale Public Library Title to be announced All are welcome to attend. Jim Pletz -- Jim Pletz Director The Library Network 41365 Vincenti Court Novi, MI 48375 248 536 3100 ext. 107

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LEGO Nights
by Angela Scott 26 Nov '13

26 Nov '13

Hello Everyone, The library I currently work for is thinking about starting a LEGO night and I had a few questions for public libraries that already offer these programs: 1) How did you get started, did you purchase the LEGOs, except donations? 2) Is there any structure to these programs or do kids basically just come in and play? 3) Do you have different ages come in at different times to ensure the very young children don't swallow the smaller LEGOS? I am curious to hear about how other libraries run their LEGO nights and would appreciate any additional information they have to offer. Thank you, Angela Scott angelas1028(a)gmail.com

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