July 2013 - Michlib-l - liblists.org

2013 State Librarian's Excellence Award nomination form now available
by Robertson, Nancy (MDE) 09 Jul '13

09 Jul '13

Dear Michigan libraries, The nomination form for the 2013 State Librarian's Excellence Award has been posted. The deadline for nominations this year is September 13, 2013. The Library of Michigan Foundation's State Librarian's Excellence Award is awarded annually to a library (any type) that exemplifies excellence in customer service. One (1) library in the state of Michigan receives this prestigious award each year. The recipient library receives a $2,000 cash prize and a distinctive trophy for display in its public area. Two (2) Library of Michigan Foundation Citations of Excellence are presented, and the recipient libraries will each receive $500 and an attractive small trophy for display. Library directors, trustees, library users or administrators may make nominations. For details of submission requirements see the nomination form at: http://michigan.gov/statelibrarian If you have any questions, contact Carolyn Sparks, Executive Director, Library of Michigan Foundation, 517-373-1297, sparksc2(a)michigan.gov<mailto:sparksc2@michigan.gov>. Our thanks go out to the Library of Michigan Foundation and our sponsors of this award, Roger Mendel and his late wife June. The awards for the Citations of Excellence are sponsored by Elaine Logan and Martin L. Gibbs and Carole Sorenson. The award will be announced and presented at the State Librarian's Luncheon during the Michigan Library Association Annual Conference in Lansing this fall. I look forward to seeing you there. Regards all and have a wonderful summer! Nancy Nancy R. Robertson State Librarian Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9464 Email: robertsonn(a)michigan.gov<mailto:robertsonn@michigan.gov> URL: http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan Visit the Michigan eLibrary at http://mel.org

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ExpressSOS opportunity for Michigan libraries
by Robertson, Nancy (MDE) 09 Jul '13

09 Jul '13

Hi everyone, As with all public library service in Michigan, services provided are determined at the local level. As such, opportunities to highlight the essential nature of our public libraries and to serve our patrons in more expansive ways are just that - opportunities. It is up to each library to make the determination about participating in the ExpressSOS partnership (and/or in the Affordable Health Care Act insurance enrollment initiative). You know best about your capacity and resources, but I encourage you to participate in them if at all possible, as the light that shines positively on libraries will help "raise all the boats in the harbor" so to speak. In any case, whether we do or do not all take them up on it, we want to thank the Secretary of State's Office for engaging in this potential partnership with Michigan libraries. Nancy Nancy R. Robertson State Librarian Library of Michigan 702 West Kalamazoo, P.O. Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909-7507 Ph: 517-373-9464 Email: robertsonn(a)michigan.gov URL: http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan Visit the Michigan eLibrary at http://mel.org

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2012-2013 Public, Cooperative and BTBL Library Statistics Now Available
by Hamlin, Joseph (MDE) 09 Jul '13

09 Jul '13

The 2012-2013 Annual Report Stats are now available on the Library of Michigan website at www.michigan.gov/librarystatistics<http://www.michigan.gov/librarystatistics> . 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(a)michigan.gov<mailto:hamlinj2@michigan.gov> URL: http://michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan Visit the Michigan eLibrary at http://mel.org

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ExpressSOS and Michigan Libraries
by BiggThomas, Deb (MDE) 09 Jul '13

09 Jul '13

On Wednesday, July 10th at 3 pm, Secretary of State Ruth Johnson will kick off the ExpressSOS-Library partnership at a press event with Sterling Hgts. Public Library Director Tammy Turgeon and yours truly representing the Library of Michigan. Area library directors both public and academic are more than welcome to come and stand with Secretary Ruth and Director Tammy at the press event which will be videotaped. Attached is the letter that I sent out via Michlib-l a week ago or so, announcing the partnership. We're hoping that libraries will start displaying the table tents and window clings recently mailed to you in support of ExpressSOS and Libraries. Please let Cathleen Simlar know if you did not receive them, simlarc(a)michigan.gov<mailto:simlarc@michigan.gov> as I'm sure she'd be glad to send you a packet! Kind regards, Deb ~Deb Biggs Thomas MeL & Library Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Department of Education P.S. to Jim--would you please forward to TLN members? Thanks! Deb Biggs Thomas Michigan eLibrary & Outreach Coordinator Library of Michigan/Michigan Dept. of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 Phone: 517-373-4466 [cid:image001.jpg@01CE7C87.B4DB4060] Visit MeL at: http://mel.org<http://mel.org/> and on Facebook at: http://facebook.com/mel.org

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Toni Benson, Van Buren District Library
by rwieber＠btc-bci.com 08 Jul '13

08 Jul '13

Dear Colleagues, I am sorry to report that our dear and beloved Local History Librarian, Toni Benson, has passed away after a long and courageous fight with cancer. Toni had a sincere passion in collecting, preserving and making available local history and genealogy materials; and she genuinely loved helping researchers of all skill levels with their quests. Her talents directly created a local history department known for its outstanding resources and services in southwestern Michigan, and her enthusiasm for local history has been passed on to countless researchers, volunteers and librarians. We will truly miss her. Funeral arrangements: Visitation is Monday, July 8, 4-8pm at Betzler Funeral Home 60900 M-40, Paw Paw, MI. Funeral service is Tuesday, July 9, 10am at Betzler Funeral Home. Ryan Wieber, Director Van Buren District Library 200 N Phelps St Decatur MI 49045 269-423-4771

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IMLS and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to Partner with Libraries
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 08 Jul '13

08 Jul '13

Another note from IMLS about how libraries can find information on Medicare and Medicaid services and on health care insurance for their patrons. As more of the health care law begins to be implemented, this may be helpful. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: IMLS News [mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov] Subject: IMLS and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to Partner with Libraries To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=1568&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=70…>. [http://www.idevmail.net/UserFiles/imls/image/logoIMLS.gif] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2013 IMLS Press Contact 202-327-4201 Mamie Bittner, mbittner(a)imls.gov<mailto:mbittner@imls.gov> IMLS and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to Partner with Libraries IMLS announces $286,104 award to OCLC’s WebJunction to meet public demand for information about Health Insurance Marketplace Chicago, IL— During the annual meeting of the American Library Association, The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), together with representatives from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), met with library representatives on Sunday, June 30, to hear more about what librarians can do to get ready to respond to patron requests for assistance in navigating new health insurance options in the Health Insurance Marketplace. "We applaud the CMS for recognizing the role that libraries play in connecting patrons with government agencies," said Maureen Sullivan, president of the American Library Association. "Our libraries look forward to guiding Americans navigate through the new health marketplace." The Marketplace website, HealthCare.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=1568> will be the primary tool for delivering information to Americans about their health coverage options. As prominent providers of Internet access and digital literacy training for people who lack Internet connections at home, libraries can anticipate intensified demand for computer services. IMLS and CMS will work cooperatively to make sure that libraries are aware of and able to connect patrons with information resources and community partners who are trained enrollment assistors. IMLS has also awarded $286,104 to OCLC to support the effort through its flagship public library program WebJunction.org<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=1568>. The goal is to assure that librarians have the information and connections with local experts needed to connect their patrons to information about the Health Insurance Marketplace when open enrollment begins October 1, 2013. OCLC will work closely with ZeroDivide, a social impact organization that helps underserved communities realize the transformative power of technology to improve health outcomes, to implement the program. “Libraries are a lifeline for Americans who wouldn’t otherwise have access to information and communication technologies,” said Cathy De Rosa, OCLC Vice President for the Americas and Global Marketing, “and now online access to health information is critical to leading a healthy, productive life. OCLC is proud to continue to support public libraries in ensuring that their communities stay connected to the information they need to thrive.” Libraries have a long history of meeting public demand for consumer health information. A recent IMLS study showed that an estimated 37 percent of library computer users (28 million people) use library computers and seek assistance from librarians for health and wellness issues, including learning about medical conditions, finding health care providers, and assessing health insurance options. "With the Marketplaces open enrollment beginning this fall, this grant is extremely timely and relevant and will enable libraries to be better prepared to assist Americans with healthcare enrollment and healthcare information,” said IMLS Director Susan Hildreth. “We are happy to be working CMS to help the nation’s libraries be prepared to better serve the public.” 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 17,500 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=1568> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=1568> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=1568>. About OCLC Founded in 1967, OCLC is a nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to the public purposes of furthering access to the world’s information and reducing library costs. More than 74,000 libraries in 170 countries have used OCLC services to locate, acquire, catalog, lend, preserve and manage library materials. OCLC and its member libraries cooperatively produce and maintain WorldCat, the world’s largest online database for discovery of library resources. A program of OCLC, WebJunction provides library staff with online access to continuous learning and the shared knowledge and experience of their peers. Founded in 2003, WebJunction is supported in part by OCLC, grants from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and state library partners. For more information, visit www.webjunction.org<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=6&d=73&mid=363882&m=1568>.

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Libraries, USCIS Join Forces to Serve the Immigrant Community
by Norris, Sonya (MDE) 08 Jul '13

08 Jul '13

For those looking for information on citizenship resources for their patrons, the Institute of Museum and Library Services has posted on their partnership with the Citizenship and Immigration Services to provide libraries with appropriate information. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: IMLS News [mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov] Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2013 4:56 PM To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=1576&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=71…>. [cid:image001.jpg@01CE7BB6.B18B3E00] July 3, 2013 -- New Blog Post from UpNext: The IMLS Blog<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576> Libraries, USCIS Join Forces to Serve the Immigrant Community IMLS partners with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to provide public libraries with immigration and citizenship resources and training. Read full post online at http://blog.imls.gov/?p=3800<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576>. 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 17,500 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576>.

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Libraries, USCIS Join Forces to Serve the Immigrant Community
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 08 Jul '13

08 Jul '13

For those looking for information on citizenship resources for their patrons, the Institute of Museum and Library Services has posted on their partnership with the Citizenship and Immigration Services to provide libraries with appropriate information. Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> From: IMLS News [mailto:imlsnews@imls.gov] Sent: Wednesday, July 03, 2013 4:56 PM To view this message in a browser, please click here<http://www.idevmail.net/message.aspx?d=73&m=1576&e=reishk@michigan.gov&r=71…>. [http://www.idevmail.net/UserFiles/imls/image/logoIMLS.gif] July 3, 2013 -- New Blog Post from UpNext: The IMLS Blog<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=1&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576> Libraries, USCIS Join Forces to Serve the Immigrant Community IMLS partners with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to provide public libraries with immigration and citizenship resources and training. Read full post online at http://blog.imls.gov/?p=3800<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=2&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576>. 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 17,500 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=3&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576> and follow us on Facebook<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=4&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576> and Twitter<http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=5&d=73&mid=363882&m=1576>.

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MCLS July Training Highlights
by Heather Thomas 05 Jul '13

05 Jul '13

Register today for the following upcoming workshops offered by MCLS: July 16 MeL Databases for Young Adults Part 1(online) (Deadline to register is Monday, July 8) July 16 MeLCat Reports (online) July 17 MeL Databases for Young Adults Part 2 (online) (Deadline to register is Tuesday, July 9) July 18 MeLCat Refresher Training for DCB Libraries July 23 RIDES webinar (online) July 24-25 Legal Resources on the Internet (online) July 25 MeL Databases for Kids (online) July 25 What Does RDA Mean to You? (online) July 26 AACR2...Meet RDA (online) For more information and/or to register go to: https://members.mcls.org/workshops/ ******************** Heather M. Thomas, 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: 517/394-2096 email: thomash(a)mcls.org website: www.mcls.org

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NaNoWriMo programs
by Jessica Enget 03 Jul '13

03 Jul '13

Planning to do some programs this fall for NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) and wanted to see if anyone has tied-in programming at their libraries in the past, or are also planning to participate this year. Would love to hear what worked, what didn't work, etc. Thoughts, ideas, shared experience and advice appreciated! Happy to put together a summary of all responses, also! Jessica L. Enget Associate Librarian, Adult Services Portage District Library 300 Library Lane Portage, MI 49002 (269) 329-4542 x 711

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