September 2013 - Michlib-l

2013 Michigan Reads Press Release
by Reish, Karren (MDE) 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

Please see the 2013 Michigan Reads press release attached! The Library of Michigan and the East Lansing Public Library will be kicking off the 2013 program on Monday, September 9th with author Leslie Helakoski and live sheep. We will be promoting the program through September and October with 11 more library and school visits with Leslie throughout the state. All the program kits have been mailed to public libraries, K-2 school buildings, Head Start and Great Start Readiness programs. As you do your children's programming this fall, please include Michigan Reads. Send us pictures and stories as well! Karren Reish Library Grants Coordinator Library of Michigan 517-241-0021 517-373-5700 f reishk(a)michigan.gov<mailto:reishk@michigan.gov> www.michigan.gov/lsta<http://www.michigan.gov/lsta> www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices<http://www.michigan.gov/youthlibraryservices> www.michigan.gov/michiganreads<http://www.michigan.gov/michiganreads> www.michigan.gov/sl21<http://www.michigan.gov/sl21>

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Metro-Detroit Book & Author Society Fall 2013 Grants: Dick Johnston Award and Elaine R. Irvin Friends Award
by Laurel Brandt 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

This announcement is being sent to several lists. Please excuse any duplication. An incorrect application form for the Dick Johnston Award was attached to the previous announcement of the Metro-Detroit Book & Author Society Fall 2013 grants. The corrected application form is attached. Another copy of the application form for the Elaine R. Irvin Friends Award is also attached. I apologize for the confusion. The grants will be awarded at the October 21, 2013, Book & Author Luncheon at Burton Manor in Livonia. The winners will receive a free ticket to the Fall 2013 luncheon and must be present to receive the grant. Grant winners are also required to submit a 22’’ x 28” project report poster showing how the grant was used to be displayed at the Spring 2014 luncheon. Information about the grants is below. Application forms with instructions and reporting requirements are attached. Applications are due on Monday, September 23, 2013. 1. The Dick Johnston Award: $2000. This grant is awarded to a public library in the metro-Detroit area for the purpose of establishing or improving a library collection. The award was established to honor the late Dick Johnston, who was a member of the Metro-Detroit Book & Author Society and served as its President in 1980 and 1981. Mr. Johnston was also President of the Michigan Library Association and Director of the Birmingham and Bloomfield Township Libraries. 2. The Elaine R. Irvin Friends Award: $1000. This grant is awarded to a Friends of the Library group in the metro-Detroit area to support a program or project that fills a significant need affecting the library's patrons and community. The award was established to honor the late Elaine R. Irvin, who was a devoted member of the Metro-Detroit Book & Author Society Board for many years. Elaine worked for the Friends of the Detroit Public Library and was dedicated to the principle that "good libraries need good Friends." For more information, please see the application forms, or the society's website: www.bookandauthor.info Laurel -- Laurel Brandt TLN Representative to the Metro-Detroit Book & Author Society Board Adult Services Reference Librarian Milford Public Library 330 Family Drive Milford, MI 48381 248-684-0845 x304 www.milfordlibrary.info lbrandt at milfordlibrary dot info

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Carpet Vendors - Public Library
by Kristen Valyi-Hax 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

Hi all, If you have worked with a vendor to replace carpet at your public library, can you please let me know who they are? I know that we have to think about what to do with the bookshelves during re-carpeting. Is there anything else that we should be aware of? Were you able to be open while the carpet was being put down? Thank you in advance, Kristen -- B. Kristen Valyi-Hax Director Romeo District Library 65821 Van Dyke Washington, MI 48095 586-752-0603 x1018 586-752-8416 (FAX)

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FW: NOTICE OF VACANCY: Learning Resources Technician - Search Extended - Posting #001809
by Mott, Meghan 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

This position has been posted on https://jobs.macomb.edu<https://jobs.macomb.edu/>. If you are interested in applying, please visit the website to apply on line to posting #001809. If you choose to apply for this position, click the "Apply for this Posting" box and create an application and attach documents.

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New and Advanced Directors' Workshops Registration Deadline is September 12
by White, Shannon (MDE) 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

This is a reminder that registration for both the 2013 New and Advanced Directors' Workshops is available online at: http://www.solutionwhere.com/lom/cw/CourseByAlpha.asp Agendas for both workshops are available within the event description in the online registration system. New Directors' Workshop - Thursday, September 19, 2013 Advanced Directors' Workshop - Friday, September 20, 2013 The cost for each of these events is $30. The registration deadline is September 12. If you have any questions about the workshops, please feel free to contact me at 517-373-9489. Information about Library of Michigan Continuing Education can be found here: www.michigan.gov/libraryce<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryce> ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Attendance at these workshops is necessary for director certification as part of the qualification criteria for state aid to public libraries. Current standards for state aid for public libraries require: Classes 1 - 3: The director shall complete the New Directors´ workshop within 1 year of initial directorship appointment. Classes 4 - 6: The director shall complete the New Directors´ workshop within 1 year of initial directorship appointment and complete the Advanced Directors´ Workshop within 2 years of initial appointment. This does not apply to directors that have completed these workshops prior to their current appointment as a director. 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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TLN Adult Services Fall Workshop
by Linda Pride 04 Sep '13

04 Sep '13

This message is being sent to multiple lists; please excuse duplication. The annual TLN Adult Services Fall Workshop will be held on Wednesday, October 2, from 9am-1pm at the Novi Public Library. The theme for the workshop is "Hello? Do You Know We're Here? Making Your Library's Presence Felt in Your Community." We know that our libraries have so much to offer, but how do we get the word out? This workshop will give strategies for promotion and partnerships that will help community members to view the library as relevant and valuable. The workshop speakers are: - Laurie Golden (Canton Public Library) will share tips for developing strong partnerships in the community. Canton Public Library received the 2013 LibraryAware Community Award for its work in connecting with the community. Discover ways to create a library that is truly valued by the community. - Bill Harmer and Anna Cangialosi (Chelsea District Library) will discuss ways to engage the community to build relationships. The library's highly visible "Geek the Library" campaign was the talk of the town, in a good way! Learn how community engagement can reap benefits for the library. - Kelly Rembert Ireland (Southfield Public Library) will provide tips and tricks to market the library and its programs to your community on a low to zero budget. Find out which types of marketing will work best for you and your library. The workshop registration fee is $15 for TLN library members, $20 for non-TLN library members and $10 for library science students. A registration form is attached. Questions? Contact Rob Butler, Caroline Kennedy Library, 313-791-3806. Linda Pride Adult Services Librarian Redford Township District Library 313-531-5960 lpride(a)redfordlibrary.org

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ALA Midwinter 2014: Become a consultant, design an online course, transform your leadership
by Liz Markel 04 Sep '13

04 Sep '13

While summer has just ended and nobody *really* wants to be thinking about ==WINTER== just yet, I have some news that's going to get you psyched up for winter-specifically, the 2014 ALA Midwinter Meeting in Philadelphia. ASCLA-the Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agenci <http://www.ala.org/ascla> es-is offering four outstanding learning events in Philadelphia. We've got day-long workshops focused on online course design, successful leadership and a crash course in becoming a library consultant! We've also scheduled a networking lunch-and-learn for library consultants. If you're registering using ALA Bundle Registration, which opens on Monday, you'll be able to register for these events then! Regular registration for both these events and the 2014 ALA Midwinter Meeting will open on Oct. 1. More information at www.alamidwinter.org/bundle and www.alamidwinter.org. You do not need to register for Midwinter in order to purchase a ticket for any of these events! Make the trip from DC or NYC and join us for a day for a valuable learning experience. Below is a quick overview of our offerings; more information, including pricing, is on the ASCLA website: http://www.ala.org/ascla/asclaevents/midwinter/midwintermeeting +++Please share this message with colleagues and other distribution lists that may find it of interest!+++ Designing Online Courses for Significant Learning Experiences 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24 Are you a teaching librarian currently offering an online course but looking for ways to enhance the course structure and content? Are you a seasoned professional with special skills and expertise that you see a market for via an e-course? Gain the skills and confidence to assist others in the development of online courses, or to develop their own online training modules or courses. The techniques applied in this session can also be applied to face-to-face course development. All participants will receive certificates of participation. Knowing You, Knowing Them: The Secret to Successful Leadership 9 a.m. - 4 p.m, Friday, Jan. 24 One of the biggest challenges of leading others is understanding what makes them tick. This full-day workshop will help you understand both yourself in light of your leadership responsibilities and those who work for you. Instead of offering a checklist or template of how-tos, we'll focus on the human element of leadership. You will leave this session with insights into personalities, emotional intelligence, dealing with change and creating a motivating environment - secrets that can help you be a more successful leader! Assembling a Consulting Toolkit: What You Need to Know to be a Successful Library Consultant 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23 and 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24 Many of you have asked for it....IT'S BACK!!!! Seasoned consultants Nancy Bolt and Liz Bishoff will present an overview of the consultant's role and guide you through an active and engaging self-assessment to uncover your unique consulting potential and strengths. Takeaways include marketing tips, pricing your services, responding to RFPs, finding clients, business management strategies and so much more. Note that this event is held over two days-Thursday afternoon and Friday morning-with an opportunity for networking on Thursday evening. **This institute will not be offered in Las Vegas, so don't miss out on this opportunity!** Consultants Networking Luncheon hosted by ASCLA Library Consultants Interest Group 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25 Lunch and learn with colleagues! This event provides an opportunity for consultants and independent librarians to make connections with other professionals. We'll also have an hour of education focused on valuable skills for consultants; last year's event covered icebreaker activities, refining your elevator speech and Twitter. The event is hosted by ASCLA's Library Consultants Interest Group (http://connect.ala.org/node/151445 <http://connect.ala.org/node/151445> ). Whether you're new to consulting or have decades of experience, please join this fun group for some peer-to-peer networking and education. ABOUT US: ASCLA, a small, mighty and growing division of the American Library Association (ALA), is a diverse organization of librarians and support staff who work in academic and public libraries, state agencies, specialized libraries and cooperatives, as well as those who are self-employed. Our division's work centers on member-driven interest groups <http://www.ala.org/news/ascla/asclaourassoc/asclainterest/list> that represent the diversity and important work of our engaged and active members. Learn more about ASCLA and how to join this innovative division. <http://www.ala.org/news/ascla/asclaourassoc/joinascla/joinascla> Liz F. Markel, M.A. Marketing & Programs Manager Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA) Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) The American Library Association // 50 E. Huron Street // Chicago, IL 60611 800-545-2433 // p. 312-280-4398 // f. 312-280-5273 // e. lmarkel(a)ala.org Find our divisions online at www.ala.org/rusa & www.ala.org/ascla

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Archival Consultant or Archival Student for Historical Consortium Project
by Mancini, Laura 04 Sep '13

04 Sep '13

Please excuse any duplicate or cross-postings.. The Oakland County Historical Resources Consortium is seeking an archival consultant or archival student to conduct Phase 2 of a comprehensive assessment and to implement the digitization priority action plan of the Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society's Research Library Collection. The consultant will be expected to work collaboratively with both Consortium and Society Staff. The final written status report regarding work completed will be submitted to the Consortium's Board of Directors and to the Pioneer Society in both paper and electronic formats. The goals of this project are to: . Preserve the collection's most valuable items . Make the collection more accessible to the public through the Oakland County Historical Resources Consortium's website and database Duties: . Implement three of the prioritized "Top Preservation Action Items Recommended to OCHR" items 1-8, as time allows, of the Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society's Research Library . Upload photos that have already been digitized . Upload obituaries that have already been scanned . Upload maps (as project time allows) Qualifications: . Masters degree or enrollment in an ALA accredited library science program with an archival administration component . Demonstrated knowledge of archival procedures in records appraisal and preservation . Familiarity with digitization process . Familiarity with uploading to website process . Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills Stipend Available: $1,000 Contract Length of Project: Midpoint Progress and Status Report due on December 15, 2013 Final Progress and Status Report due on February 15, 2014 To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to Laura Mancini, Director- Library Services, Oakland County Library at mancinil(a)oakgov.com Application Deadline: September 30, 2013

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Mark your calendars for the MCLS Annual Meeting one month from today!
by Heather Thomas 04 Sep '13

04 Sep '13

Excuse duplicate postings. Please forward to anyone that you feel could benefit from attending this program either in person or online via streaming video! *************************************************************************************************** MCLS is pleased to announce that one month from today, October 4, 2013, Lisa Carlucci Thomas, 2010 Library Journal Mover and Shaker, 2009 ALA Emerging Leader and Director of the library and creative services firm Design Think Do, will present the keynote address at our annual meeting which will be held at the Marten House Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana. Viewing by streaming video will also be available for those who cannot travel to Indianapolis. Our theme for the day is Open Spaces, Open Data, Open Access: Transforming Today’s Libraries. Our morning kick-off session begins at 10 AM with a keynote address from Carlucci Thomas titled “Open Spaces, Open Data, Open Access: Transforming Today’s Libraries”. Transformation requires trailblazing and tenacity. Transformative culture fosters engagement and strategic development, and changes libraries from the inside out. Creative partnerships promote reciprocal learning, enhance services, and spark opportunities; and entrepreneurial methods offer advantages for libraries evaluating and adapting current practices. From library places and programs, to online collections and communities, today’s libraries are breaking barriers and setting new standards. Next will be a panel discussion featuring three mid-western public libraries which have developed innovative uses of their space. Orvella Fields from The Indianapolis Public Library will talk about their “Learning Curve”; a high-tech, high energy, hands-on information environment designed for children. Joining Ms. Fields will be Steve Teeri, Conductor at the Detroit Public Library’s “HYPE” Makerspace. The goal of HYPE is to build teens who are creative, innovative citizens who make, not just consume. Completing the panel will be CJ Lynce, Manager at the Cleveland Public Library’s “TechCentral”; an innovative technology and learning center which beyond computer in Linux, Mac and Windows PCs offers 3D printing, Mycloud, a Tech Toybox and collaborative work areas where patrons can check-out-a-trainer to assist. Following lunch, we will hear from Ted Fons, Executive Director, Data Services and WorldCat Quality Management at OCLC as he presents on the WorldShare Management Service. Following, David Lewis, Dean of the IUPUI University Library and Indiana University Assistant Vice President of Digital Scholarly Communications will speak on the Inevitability of Open Access. Mr. Lewis has written over 40 articles and book chapters on topics ranging from reference services and library management to scholarly communication. The program will conclude with the MCLS business meeting. The cost to attend is $75 for MCLS members attending in Indianapolis or online via streaming video. For more information on this program and to register, go to: https://members.mcls.org/workshops/viewcourse.html?id=330 Contact me at the information below if you have any questions regarding this program or any of our other training opportunities. Thanks! - heather ******************** Heather M. (Thomas) 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: 517/394-2096 email: thomash(a)mcls.org website: www.mcls.org

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Free micro-form reader
by Debby Stassek 04 Sep '13

04 Sep '13

Hello All, Van Buren District Library has a micro-form reader to share. "Free to a good home." It is an Indus Class 4601, model 11 and I believe it can be used to view standard fiche, 16/35mm roll films, aperture cards, and micro-jackets. It is 23 inches high; the platen/film holder is 19 1/2 inches; and the screen is 11 1/4 inches wide. It's a fairly compact unit, compared to some. There is a picture at http://www1.youseemore.com/vanburen/contentpages.asp?loc=97 <http://www1.youseemore.com/vanburen/contentpages.asp?loc=97--> We believe it to be in working order with all component pieces. Phone or email me if you're interested. You would need to pick it up here in Decatur. Debby -- Debby J. Stassek, assistant director -- dstassek(a)vbdl.org Van Buren District Library, 200 N. Phelps Street, Decatur, MI 49045 voice (269) 423-4771 * fax (269) 423-8373 * http://vbdl.org

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